Liliana Ponce
Hello and welcome - I'm so glad you're here My name is Liliana Ponce, and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California and I bring a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed approach to my practice. With over fifteen years of experience, I specialize in supporting children, teens, young adults, and families through life's transitions and challenges. For the past seven years, I have provided direct mental health services using evidence-based practices that empower folks to grow, heal, and become the best versions of themselves.
I have a background on child welfare where I have been a social worker in different settings such as day treatment for foster children and for teens who were in the juvenile justice system.
First session
In our first sessions together, we will start with brief introductions to get to know each other. Then, we will identify the specific challenges you are facing and create a plan based on your identified needs and work through them in follow-up sessions.
Strengths
I pride myself on being able to work with people from different cultural, socioeconomic backgrounds, and life circumstances. My broad knowledge in different settings has helped me be more equipped as a clinician. As a mental health provider and knowing how culture plays an essential role in the person's life, I am here to also help you and be your cheerleader as you embark on this journey of healing.
Ideal clients
I am passionate about working with children, teens, young adults, and families who may be feeling overwhelmed or impacted by emotional, behavioral, or relational challenges. My ideal clients are curious, motivated, and open to learning new tools and strategies that can help them better understand themselves, strengthen relationships, manage challenges, and build greater confidence. I value working collaboratively with clients to create meaningful, lasting change and support healthier relationships, greater self-awareness, resilience, and long-term well-being.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
We’ll use CBT to recognize how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence each other. We'll then implement that understanding to change your thinking patterns to challenge the negative thinking.
Trauma-Informed Care
I implement a trauma-informed care framework to support individuals who have experienced traumatic event(s). Through psychoeducation and a safe and supportive environment. I foster growth by helping individuals incorporate healthy coping mechanisms.
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
I utilize culturally sensitive therapy to accommodate each individual's unique cultural background by exploring cultural factors and differences. I consider the values and attitudes that play a significant role in their daily lives, ensuring that therapeutic interventions are respectful, relevant, and effective.
Location
Virtual sessions