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Luz Lavado

Therapist
9 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Maternal mental health, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am licensed in New Jersey with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

My approach to therapy

Throughout my career, I have helped adults, adolescents, and families in a variety of different counseling settings. I have experienced helping clients with an array of challenges such as depression, anxiety, overeating disorder, perinatal disorders, and more.

My overall theoretical approach is humanistic and strength based perspective.

What you can expect from me

I strive to make sure each client is successful with their own personal goals while treating their mental health concerns.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Hispanic, Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Holistic, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    9 years of experience
  • Training
    BA (Bachelor of Arts) at Rutgers, MSW (Master of Social Work) at Rutgers
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New Jersey)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NJ Medicare Advantage, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Maternal mental health, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Strength-Based, Humanistic, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Positive Psychology, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Spanish