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Marcela Castellanos

Therapist(she/her)
8 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, and thank you for visiting my page. One of my passions in life is to help guide the individuals I work with, to be the best that they can be. My first experience with therapy was my own, and with that, I found that therapy works best when we are honest with ourselves, and the person you choose to help guide your path of healing and awareness, from what's holding you back from your best life.

My approach to therapy

Life can be challenging at times, you may struggle with inner conflict, uncertainty, and confusion as to what step you should take next in life. To make lasting changes within yourself, to attain your lifelong goals & dreams.I have helped guide adults, and adolescents from various cultural backgrounds, who struggle with various challenges in life, such as disturbances from childhood, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I use an integrative approach to help clients with their current situation. I'm an EMDR trained therapist which is an effective research based treatment for trauma.

What you can expect from me

I provide a safe environment, with compassion and non-judgment. Where we can work together to figure out how life experiences have helped you, or hindered your growth as the person you are today.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    8 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Troy University, Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • License type
    LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues
  • Therapy methods
    Positive Psychology, Codependency Behavioral, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English, Spanish
  • Location
    23832 Rockfield Boulevard STE 120
    Lake Forest, CA 92630
Next available: Jun 23