Licensed to practice in California and accepts 34 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Grief, Insomnia/Sleep Issues and 2 more.
Jorge Ballesteros
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About me
Hello! I am a licensed clinical and sport psychologist stationed in California. I completed my doctoral working in Counseling Psychology at Arizona State University. I also have a masters in Sport Psychology from Ball State University. I attempt to help young adults through a variety of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and transitions. Additionally, I have plethora of experience in helping athletes and former athletes in managing their well-being and emotional health.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In the first session my aim is to have the client feel comfortable and heard. Within the first session my goal is to slowly gain information and history about the client. I am wanting to learn more about the client and their reasons for seeking support. The first session lends to start to learn what the relationship between myself and the client may look like moving forward.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
As someone with a variety of clinical experiences, I aim to understand the person within the systems they manage. Adopting a multicultural approach helps in gaining insight into the way a person's identities impact them and the way they view the world. Having been trained in both performance and clinical psychology, I am able to support individuals within different realms of their lives.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My ideal client is someone who approaches therapy with a sense of curiosity, patience, and a willingness to be vulnerable. This client is ready to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences in an honest and introspective way. With a strong commitment to self-growth, they understand that healing takes time and are open to reflecting on their past while embracing new perspectives. This kind of client values authenticity, and their openness fosters a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship, where meaningful change can unfold.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Grief
Insomnia/Sleep Issues
Other specialties
Racism
Self Esteem
Identifies as
Hispanic / Latinx
Man
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Licensed in
California
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Blue Cross
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Arlo
Cash - $80 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
Evernorth
Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal)
San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
Sutter Health Plan
IHSS Healthy Workers
Tufts Health/Cigna
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I have adopted Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) within my scope of work for a handful of years. By adopting ACT, I help clients build psychological flexibility by embracing their thoughts and emotions without judgment. I encourage clients to accept uncomfortable feelings while committing to values-driven actions, promoting personal growth and resilience. This approach empowers individuals to face challenges with greater acceptance, fostering long-term well-being and positive change.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
As a provider, I have adopted Cognitive Behavior Therapy since the start of my training. CBT helps clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns that contribute negatively to well-being. Through a variety of techniques, I help clients reframe thinking patterns and beliefs, while also empowering clients to adopt positive behavioral changes. I am a major proponent of CBT as it helps client manage their emotions and behavior to foster improve well-being and resilience.