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Kassandra Woodson

Therapist
7 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Maternal mental health, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I believe healing begins in relationships where you feel safe, seen, and genuinely understood. As a therapist, I bring a compassionate, collaborative, and authentic approach to therapy. I recognize that reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, and I strive to create a space where you can show up as you are, without judgment. I believe every person’s story is unique, and I take the time to understand your experiences, strengths, values, and goals. Together, we’ll create a path forward that feels meaningful and aligned with the life you want to build. My hope is that you leave therapy feeling heard, respected, empowered, and supported.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and trauma informed. I strive to create a space where you feel emotionally safe, understood, and empowered to explore difficult experiences while working toward meaningful change. I recognize that everyone’s journey is different, so we’ll move at a pace that feels manageable while gently exploring patterns that may be keeping you stuck. I believe therapy should be both validating and growth-oriented, you deserve to feel understood while also building the confidence and tools to navigate life’s challenges.

What you can expect from me

Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another and begin building a foundation of trust and comfort. I’ll create a warm, supportive, and judgment free space where you can share your story at your own pace, without feeling like you need to have everything figured out before we meet. We’ll talk about what brings you to therapy, what you’ve been experiencing, what has been challenging, and what you hope to gain from our work together. I’ll also take time to understand your experiences, strengths, values, and the things that are important to you so that therapy feels personalized rather than one-size-fits-all. Together, we’ll begin identifying meaningful goals and discussing what support may look like moving forward. I welcome questions and encourage open communication throughout the process. My hope is that you leave your first session feeling heard, understood, and respected, with a greater sense of clarity and confidence about taking the next step in your healing and growth.

About me

  • I identify as
    Hispanic, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Affirming, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    7 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Southern California
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Maternal mental health, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Strength-Based, Narrative Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD, Attachment Based, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Art Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Children, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Spanish