Licensed clinical social worker recordCalifornia
Luz Guevara, LCSW
California
Licensed clinical social worker - Trauma and mood concerns
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in California
- LCSW, licence 98611
- NPI
- 1730582404
- Experience
- 8 years
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Location
- California
These details come from information Luz 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
- Trauma-focused therapy
- CBT techniques
- Spanish speaking
About Luz
Luz Guevara is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with eight years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and the everyday pressures of work and family life. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
She focuses on how past events affect daily routines and relationships. Luz helps people recognize normal trauma responses and untangle guilt, shame, and harsh self-judgments. She combines talking therapy with practical skills so clients can manage symptoms day to day.
Her work blends client-centered methods with cognitive tools and trauma-focused approaches. That means she listens for what matters to each person and then uses strategies to change unhelpful thinking and reactions. EMDR is included among her trauma work when appropriate.
Luz also addresses co-occurring problems such as anxiety, depression, grief, bipolar concerns, ADHD, and workplace stress. She pays attention to attachment issues, abandonment, caregiver stress, and the effects of domestic violence or sexual assault. The goal is clearer thinking and more predictable reactions in stressful moments.
Clients can expect a practical, step-by-step style. Sessions look at where difficult feelings come from and what small changes might help. To begin, people follow the site process to match and schedule a first session.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches shape online sessions
Luz commonly draws on client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. Client-centered work focuses on listening to what matters most to the person and building sessions around their priorities. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors, helping people test and change patterns that worsen anxiety or depression.She also uses EMDR as part of trauma-focused work when it fits the person’s needs. EMDR involves guided processing to lessen the intensity of traumatic memories and related reactions. It is typically combined with other coping skills so people can manage emotions between sessions.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist and client discuss goals, past treatment, and personal preferences to decide which methods to try. Adjustments are made along the way based on how someone responds.
Confirm the current session formats before booking since the profile does not list specific options. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when that is helpful. The focus is on practical ways to apply skills in daily life and to keep therapy manageable alongside other responsibilities.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, parenting and workplace issues among other related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a client-centered approach combined with cognitive behavioral techniques and trauma-focused methods to address thinking patterns and reactions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience working with adults on trauma and co-occurring conditions.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in California.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps begin the process of working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers