Edith Contreras
LPCC, 8 years of experience
About me
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in California. I received my Masters from the California State University of Los Angeles and have been practicing for 8 years. I have experience treating a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relational problems, and career and/or academic stress and burnout. Together we can discover and find meaning in your unique life experiences.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session, we will begin with brief introductions, then we will begin exploring areas of your life that are most stressful and create a treatment plan to help you effectively address your challenges and achieve your goals.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My approach to therapy is collaborative, person-centered and guided by gentle nudges. My role is not to impose anything on you or introduce unexpected exercises without your consent. Remember you are the master of you and I will be there to help you explore your strengths and resilience. With your willingness and eagerness to solve problems and find solutions you can create a better, healthier, and more fulfilled life.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families. My therapy style is integrative, combining a variety of insight-oriented and solution-focused approaches. I am dedicated to helping my clients find peace, joy and happiness in their lives. I pride myself on developing therapeutic relationships and fostering compassion and empathy with my clients. Together we will identify your personal goals, increase awareness of maladaptive patterns in your life and relationships, and ensure that you are challenged in a supportive and non-judgmental way to make positive and lasting changes.
Specialties
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My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Together we will build tools and strategies that help re-frame thinking and behaviors. Ultimately these tools assist you in responding differently to your current situation and think in alternative ways. Example: Finding new ways to think about situations, Identifying what's important to you, Practicing social skills and communication, breaking big tasks into smaller, more manageable steps, etc.
Motivational Interviewing
Build rapport and trust with genuine interest in the client's perspective, explore the negative consequences and the potential benefits of change, highlight past successes and reinforce their strengths, reflect and acknowledge their concerns/doubts without judgment, etc.
Existential
self-reflection, dialogue, and questioning, Reflective listening without judgments, ask questions about the meaning of life, Mindfulness, Looking at different choices and exploring where they might lead, and Embracing change, etc.
Supportive
providing emotional support and encouragement to help to cope with stressful life events, improve self-esteem, and develop healthier coping mechanisms, validating feelings, non-judgmental approach and reinforcement of strengths.
Location
VirtualLicensed in
Accepts
7 ratings with written reviews
July 2, 2025
Very caring and informative
Verified client, age 35-44
June 18, 2025
I feel heard and listened to, during and after sessions with Ms. Contreras. She offers insight, helps me understand and provides techniques to try and implement. I find myself less stressed, worried, overwhelmed and with peace after sessions.
Verified client, age 45-54
May 28, 2025
Very open and enjoyed her outlook on anxiety and coping skills. Excited to start seeing her weekly