Licensed clinical social worker recordCalifornia
Olga Krahn, LCSW
California
Licensed clinical social worker - stress and relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in California
- LCSW, licence 59959
- NPI
- 1447905120
- Experience
- 13 years
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Location
- California
These details come from information Olga 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
- Stress and anxiety
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Communication skills
About Olga
Olga Krahn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with 13 years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and adapting to major life changes. Olga also helps people with communication problems, loneliness, self-love, and transitions around pregnancy and childbirth.
Her sessions are practical and direct. She listens to current concerns and helps people make small, workable changes that fit daily life. Conversations cover what’s happening now, what patterns keep recurring, and what steps feel manageable between sessions.
Olga draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day coping. She uses exercises and conversations aimed at clearer communication, stronger self-connection, and better handling of emotional highs and lows. She will outline strategies and practice them with the person in session.
She works in English and Spanish and brings 13 years of experience to each case. People often turn to her when stress or life shifts make routine tasks and relationships harder to manage. Olga emphasizes collaboration and practical tools rather than abstract theory.
To begin, Olga asks about current challenges, daily routines, and what the person wants to change. From there she helps set short-term goals and concrete steps. Her approach is steady and focused on real problems people face in work, family life, and health.
BHow sessions work
How Olga uses evidence-based techniques in online sessions
Olga uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on concrete skills and problem solving. One common approach teaches practical strategies for managing anxiety and stress, such as breathing and grounding exercises plus routines to reduce overwhelm. This helps people regain control of everyday tasks and lowers acute symptoms.She also uses communication-focused work that identifies unhelpful interaction patterns and practices new ways to speak and listen. These exercises aim to reduce repeated conflicts and improve clarity in relationships. For pregnancy and childbirth transitions she combines emotion-focused discussion with planning for practical supports and expectations around parenting changes.
Finding the right method is part of the therapy process. Olga works together with each person to choose techniques that match their goals, preferences, and current life demands. She reviews progress and adjusts strategies over time so the approach stays useful and realistic.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow follow-up check-ins that are shorter when needed. Olga helps shape session length and focus so therapy fits into everyday life.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
13+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include communication problems, isolation or loneliness, pregnancy and childbirth, and self-love.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and collaborative. She uses focused conversations and exercises to build clearer communication and coping skills.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 13 years of clinical experience working with people facing life transitions and mood concerns.
Is she licensed to practice in California?
Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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