- Guilt and shame
- Relationship stress
- English and Spanish
About Carlos
Carlos Rizo Lopez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with 10 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflicts, low self-esteem, and depression. He offers sessions in English and Spanish.
Carlos focuses on clear, practical conversations. He listens for how guilt and shame show up in daily life and how they affect choices and relationships. Sessions look at what keeps negative feelings active and what small changes might ease pressure over time.
He addresses communication problems and control issues by helping people notice patterns in interactions. For people worried about forgiveness or stuck in self-blame, he talks through concrete steps to rethink narratives and try new responses. Panic attacks and panic disorder are met with straightforward coping strategies to reduce immediate intensity.
Carlos also works with isolation, life purpose, and building self-love through incremental behavioral changes. He explains options, discusses pros and cons, and helps set realistic short-term goals. He uses plain language so people can try things between sessions and report back.
People who choose him complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial meeting. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and costs vary by location. Confirm current session formats before booking so you know what to expect.
How therapeutic methods translate to online work
Evidence-based techniques often used for anxiety and mood issues focus on clear skills you can practice. One common approach teaches breathing and grounding strategies to shorter the intensity of panic attacks and anxiety spikes; these are practical steps to use when feelings escalate. Another approach looks at changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that keep guilt and shame active, helping people test different beliefs and try new actions in everyday life.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss what feels most useful and will adjust methods based on the client's goals and what actually helps. This is a collaborative process where plans change as progress is tracked and new needs appear.
The original biography does not list which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand it. They also let people practice new skills in familiar settings and then talk about how it went in the next meeting.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, low self-esteem, and depression. Additional focus areas include communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, isolation, and panic.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He listens for the stories that keep guilt or shame alive and then explores small, practical changes. Conversations focus on concrete steps and coping strategies rather than abstract theory.
What is his background and experience?
He has 10 years of professional experience working with adults on mood and relationship issues. That experience informs a pragmatic style that emphasizes action and clear discussion.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California and practices with clients in that state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking to be sure of phone, video, or other formats.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.