Licensed clinical social worker recordCalifornia
Claudia Jimenez, LCSW
California
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in California
- LCSW, licence 93514
- NPI
- 1417191958
- Experience
- 12 years
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Location
- California
These details come from information Claudia supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- ACT techniques
- CBT strategies
- Attachment work
About Claudia
Claudia Jimenez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with 12 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, and major life changes. She speaks English and Spanish and works with adults facing a wide range of concerns related to family, work, health, and caregiving strain.
Claudia focuses on practical steps clients can use right away. Sessions often address sleep and eating issues, anger and self-esteem, parenting and caregiver stress, and trauma or abuse recovery. She also supports people dealing with commitment and intimacy questions, adoption and foster care challenges, and long-term illness or chronic pain.
Her work draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Attachment-Based approaches alongside Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused methods. That mix is used to clarify values, change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, and improve communication. Conversations are goal-oriented and may include short exercises or homework between sessions.
Claudia’s style emphasizes clear next steps over abstract theory. She helps clients set manageable goals, test small changes, and measure progress over time. This practical approach is intended to fit into busy lives and daily responsibilities.
To begin, prospective clients complete an online matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Sessions are provided under a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. International clients are not accepted; services are offered in California only.
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How Claudia integrates therapy approaches for online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking action toward them even when difficult thoughts or feelings appear. It can help with anxiety, depression, and coping with life transitions by encouraging small value-driven steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It breaks down problems into manageable parts and teaches concrete skills for sleep, mood, and stress management.
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns affect present-day connections and intimacy. It can be useful for communication problems, commitment issues, and rebuilding trust after trauma.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Claudia will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences and will adjust those methods as progress is monitored. The process is intended to be collaborative and practical, with the therapist and client checking what helps and changing course when needed.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the specific session formats before booking since current options are not listed here. Many people find that remote sessions help fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make it easier to keep regular appointments. Talk with Claudia about how to schedule sessions so they work around work, caregiving, and medical commitments.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include parenting stress, caregiver burden, trauma and intimacy-related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and goal-oriented, using techniques from ACT, CBT, attachment work, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy. Sessions often include concrete skills and brief exercises to try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of mental health and life concerns.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California and practices with clients in that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time and cost varies with location. The site notes that pricing depends on your location.
What do I do to start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session through the provided scheduling flow.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers