Licensed to practice in California and accepts 26 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Grief and 10 more.

Adriana Benamor

(she/her)

LCSW, 20 years of experience
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
VirtualAvailable

Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in grief/loss, difficulty adjusting, anxiety and depression. I utilize an eclectic approach when working with clients, but primarily drawing from my work with CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), as well as the DBT skills (dialectical behavioral therapy) mindfulness skills I have acquired in my experience. I have had an extensive background in healthcare as a community hospital social worker, as well as experience with hospice patients and their families.

Get to know me

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

In our first session together, I like to start the process of truly getting to know you and your current situation. I come into session with no other agenda other than to really see and hear you as you are now.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

Clients have shared that they appreciate my ability to gently challenge negative thinking, all without feeling judged. I have a strict "no-judgement" policy, because thoughts are just that...thoughts! Its what we choose to do with those thoughts that matters.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

My approach tends to be a good fit for adults dealing with anxiety, depression, challenges adjusting to life transitions, those experiencing grief/loss, or those having difficulty navigating chronic health conditions. I find I am most helpful when clients come to therapy with at least a curiosity for the process. It is then my job to build your trust and establish our collaboration in your care.

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

Addiction

Health/Medical Issues

Self Esteem

Spirituality

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Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I have extensively used CBT to treat those with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, grief/loss, and challenges with chronic illness. Although there is a specific framework to this treatment method, I believe that one size does not fit all, and make sure each treatment plan is tailored to each client.

, 14 ratings

2 ratings with written reviews

June 9, 2026

Adriana is a great listener and was thorough in her explanation and the direction she gave me.

Verified client, age 45-54
Review shared after session 1 with Adriana

May 29, 2026

Adriana is an amazing therapist. She’s extremely empathetic, validating, knowledgeable, and gently pushes me in the right direction while being right beside me. She also remembers everything we’ve said and follows up on things. I love her.

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 1 with Adriana