- Trauma informed
- CBT and DBT tools
- English and Spanish
About Sergio
Sergio Ibanez is a licensed clinical social worker who offers respectful, down-to-earth support in both English and Spanish. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression. Sergio emphasizes practical, compassionate conversation to help people take the first steps toward change.
With seven years of work in California, he draws on approaches that include client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and the Gottman Method. He uses these methods to tailor sessions to each person’s needs and goals. Sessions are shaped around what helps the individual feel understood and make steady progress.
Sergio often addresses issues tied to attachment and abandonment, body image, caregiver stress, communication and control problems, guilt and shame, and life purpose. He also brings experience with HIV/AIDS concerns, immigration stress, impulsivity, isolation, men’s issues, and midlife transitions. He works to create clear, targeted plans rather than long, vague therapy agendas.
In sessions he prioritizes sensitivity and respect. Conversations aim to be direct and useful, not full of jargon. Sergio encourages people to set realistic steps and checks progress along the way.
People who are new to therapy can expect a collaborative approach where the plan is adjusted as needed. He frames therapy as a process that takes courage and offers steady support while clients work toward a more fulfilling life.
Evidence-informed approaches for online care
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and responding to each person without judgment, helping them feel heard and steering conversation toward the goals they name. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches practical skills to change them. Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, EMDR, is used for people processing traumatic memories and can help reduce the intensity of distress tied to those memories.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss these methods with the client and together decide which fits best based on needs, goals, and personal preferences. That decision is revisited as progress is made so the plan can change when something else would be more helpful.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online work can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find remote sessions helpful for maintaining continuity of care and practicing new skills between meetings. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT, client-centered techniques, and EMDR-informed work to an online setting while focusing on achievable steps and clear goals.
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Frequently asked questions
What problems does this therapist help with?
Sergio helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. He also works on related issues like attachment, body image, caregiver stress, and life purpose.
What is the therapy style like?
He uses a mix of client-centered conversation and structured techniques from CBT and DBT. Sessions aim to be practical, respectful, and tailored to what the person needs right now.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of professional experience working with people on trauma, mood, and relationship challenges in California.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds an LCSW credential and practices in California.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people from other countries work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.