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Ayanna Scott-Hernandez

LCSW, 14 years of experience
Rated 5.0 stars out of 543 ratings
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
VirtualAvailable

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to helping you learn how to cultivate the life you deserve and want. My work focuses on targeting ineffective behaviors, thinking patterns, and self-limiting beliefs that create daily barriers to life fulfillment. I believe in taking a collaborative approach towards helping clients reach their goals. I hold space for you to narrate your journey without fear or judgment. I welcome your invitation to walk beside you in letting go of the things and ideas that no longer serve you. You deserve the opportunity to cultivate a better you.

Get to know me

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

The first session is a chance to get to know one another identify areas of concern and more importantly, determined if it's a good fit for your needs. As a therapist, I focus on creating a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their concerns.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I truly believe in providing a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to work through their struggles; let's work together to find peace and calm.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I believe it is an honor to serve clients struggling with finding ways to deal head on with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder). I offer honest feedback, met with compassion and unrelenting support.

SpecialtiesTop specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Women's Issues
Other specialties
Coping Skills
Family Conflict
Grief
I identify as
Black / African American
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Licensed in
California
Accepts
Aetna
Location
Virtual
Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 43 ratings

4 ratings with written reviews

November 10, 2025

Im excited to go on this journey with Ayanna. Such a great listener.

Verified client, age 18-24
Review shared after session 1 with Ayanna

October 29, 2025

I have developed a great relationship with my therapist in a very short time and I enjoy working with her. I look forward to seeing her every week and most times, I leave our session feeling more hopeful and happier!! Thank you Ayanna!!!

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 6 with Ayanna

October 21, 2025

Relatable and understanding

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 8 with Ayanna