- EMDR for trauma
- CBT and DBT skills
- Spanish and English
About Sergio
Sergio Ibanez is a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with seven years of practice. He speaks English and Spanish and helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression.
Sergio uses conversational, direct work in sessions. He often combines client-centered listening with structured approaches when helpful. He has worked with trauma using EMDR alongside skills from CBT and DBT to manage strong emotions and unwind painful memories.
People bring many struggles into sessions, including abandonment, attachment issues, body image concerns, caregiver stress, and guilt or shame. Sergio helps people talk through how these problems show up in daily life and in relationships. He also addresses immigration-related stress, HIV/AIDS related concerns, impulsivity, isolation, and questions about life purpose.
In couples work he draws on the Gottman Method to look at communication patterns and rebuild trust. In individual sessions he mixes practical tools with deeper processing so clients get both skills and understanding. His bilingual ability allows him to switch between English and Spanish as needed.
Sergio asks about goals at the start and adapts the plan over time. He describes therapy as a collaborative process where the client’s needs guide the pace and focus. To begin, clients follow the platform matching steps and schedule a first session through the online options button.
How Sergio uses evidence-based methods online
Sergio blends client-centered listening with structured techniques to address problems that show up in daily life. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so a person can name what matters and set goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical ways to notice and change thoughts and behaviors that keep anxiety, guilt, or low mood active.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Sergio will discuss goals and try different methods to see what fits. He partners with each person to decide whether to emphasize skills training, deeper trauma processing, or a mix of both based on symptoms and preferences.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce the need to travel. Therapists and licensed professionals can use these approaches virtually, and Sergio will help align the practical setup with the therapeutic plan.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he focus on?
Sergio works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression. Additional areas include abandonment, attachment, body image, guilt and shame, and related life stresses.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He combines client-centered conversation with targeted interventions such as EMDR and CBT to help people understand and process those feelings. The work aims to reduce overwhelming reactions and improve daily functioning.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of professional experience practicing as a social worker in mental health settings. That time includes work with trauma, mood issues, and relationship concerns.
What credential and location does he hold?
He is a California LCSW and practices in California. The credential is shown as LCSW on his profile.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing will be shown during the matching and booking steps.
What are the steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.