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Shobha George

LCSW, 25 years of experience
Solution oriented
Warm
Authentic
VirtualAvailable

Hi there, I'm Shobha. Do you feel stressed out, anxious in a social circle, feel blue? Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work and health? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? I help people manage anxiety and depression. Together, we can identify what's not working and get you back to balance. We'll use a whole person and CBT approaches, addressing the needs of your mind, body and spirit. Whether you're dealing with feeling down, overwhelmed, or stressed out, I'm here to help. Seeking therapy can feel scary but you're making the right choice. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can overcome mental health concerns that are holding you back. Let's work together! Please note; that I do not offer couple' therapy but only individual therapy.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you are facing.This will help me create a tailored pan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Major Depressive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Stress related disorders, ADHD, Bipolar affective disorder.

SpecialtiesTop specialties
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Other specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
I identify as
Asian / Asian American
Christian
Person of Color (POC)
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Licensed in
California
Accepts
Aetna
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

To understand irrational thoughts,and its linkage to mood and behaviors. Learn to reframe thoughts. Please check out my recent audio podcasts on anxiety disorders: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6fGevhapkBfRIC7exPcO7g?si=G6UWGtaLQKK2Dx5mi1osNQ

, 244 ratings

13 ratings with written reviews

August 15, 2025

She read the issues well and referred me to others for more exacting care.

Verified client, age 65+
Review shared after session 1 with Shobha

June 19, 2025

Shoba is warm, authentic, and empowering. I always feel heard, never rushed or overwhelmed. She’s solution-focused and open-minded, which helps me grow. The homework she gives is in bite-sized, manageable pieces—perfect for me since I get overwhelmed easily. Her thoughtful, steady support has made a real difference in my life. I

Verified client, age 45-54
Review shared after session 2 with Shobha

June 2, 2025

Very easy to talk with and seems to understand the problems that I have. I'm encouraged to work with her.

Verified client, age 65+
Review shared after session 1 with Shobha