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Veronica Cortez

Therapist(She/Her/Ella)
1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I am licensed in California with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma, & abuse. I also have experience working with depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

My approach to therapy

When I work with clients, I approach every interaction with warmth, curiosity, and a genuine desire to understand and support their journey. My style is rooted in building a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard, valued, and empowered to explore your thoughts, goals, and challenges.

What you can expect from me

Clients who work with you can expect to leave each session feeling truly heard and understood, with their experiences and emotions acknowledged in a way that fosters a deep sense of validation. Through your compassionate and nonjudgmental approach, they'll feel supported and encouraged to explore their thoughts, emotions, and challenges without fear of criticism.

They can also expect to leave each session with a clearer sense of direction and empowerment. You'll help them gain practical insights, tools, and strategies that will enable them to take control of their lives and navigate obstacles with newfound confidence. With your guidance, they’ll not only feel stronger but also more capable of creating positive change.

Overall, clients will feel uplifted, knowing that they are not alone on their journey and that they have a compassionate ally helping them tap into their inner strength, resilience, and potential.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Hispanic, Latinx, Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Warm, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at California State University Monterey Bay
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic, Attachment Based Family Therapy, Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Attachment Based, Narrative Therapy
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents, Children
  • Languages
    English, Spanish
  • Location
    30 East San Joaquin Street ste 201
    Salinas, CA 93901