Licensed clinical social worker recordCalifornia
Simone Ferreira, LCSW
California
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - stress and trauma support
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in California
- LCSW, licence 68347
- NPI
- 1932484037
- Experience
- 15 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- California
These details come from information Simone 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.
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- CBT methods
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused work
About Simone
Simone Ferreira is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with 15 years of practice. She focuses on common life stresses such as anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, trauma and coping with change. Simone describes herself as down-to-earth and aims to make conversations straightforward and practical.
Simone uses everyday language in sessions and prefers clear, short conversations that lead to concrete steps. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking. She also uses Motivational Interviewing to support people who feel stuck about change and Solution-Focused techniques to identify small, useful next steps.
Her background includes an AA in Business from LBCC, a Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Sciences and a Certificate in Women and Gender Studies from Indiana University, followed by a Master of Social Work with a concentration in mental health from Indiana University. Those studies feed into practical work on stress, trauma, and life transitions.
Simone works with a wide range of concerns, including compassion fatigue, anger, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and multicultural or immigration-related stressors. She also addresses issues such as money worries, divorce and blended family concerns, and aging or geriatric issues.
Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. Simone keeps a smaller caseload to spend more time on each person. People who want straightforward, practical talk about real-world pressures may find this approach helpful.
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How Simone’s approaches translate to online work
Simone commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in her work. CBT focuses on spotting thoughts and behaviors that worsen mood and testing small changes to see what helps. Motivational Interviewing is a conversational method that helps people clarify their reasons for change and build motivation one step at a time.Choosing the right approach is part of the early sessions. Simone will talk with each person about goals, what has or hasn’t helped before, and preferences for practical tools. She treats the decision as collaborative and adjusts methods as needed over time.
Confirm available session formats before booking because the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example, they can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins during a workday, or avoid needing to be on camera for every meeting. Licensed professionals often use online work to focus on concrete skills, homework between meetings, and progress checks that suit everyday schedules.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, trauma and coping with life changes, among other concerns such as anger and compassion fatigue.
How does she approach therapy?
She uses approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy to set practical goals and try concrete behavioral changes.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with adults on mental health and life transition issues.
What credential and licensure does she hold?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is listed as CA LCSW in California.
Can I work with her in another country or language?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific session formats.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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