Bianca Mercado
Hi, I’m Bianca Mercado, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I believe therapy should be a collaborative and individualized experience, tailored to each person’s unique needs, strengths, and goals. My priority is to create a safe, supportive, and comfortable environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their healing journey. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and reach their full potential. Through compassion, clinical expertise, and a client-centered approach, I strive to support meaningful growth, self-awareness, and lasting change.
Having worked with a newborn to an 85 year old, my greatest strength as a provider is the ability to be able to get to know the person for whom they are.
My therapeutic approach integrates a variety of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Culturally Sensitive Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. By building on each client’s strengths and focusing on progress rather than perfection, I help individuals recognize their resilience and move toward the life they envision for themselves.
First session
In our first session together, we will begin with a brief introduction to the therapy process and take time to explore your story, experiences, and goals. I value creating a space where you feel comfortable sharing who you are and what has shaped you. My approach is centered on listening, understanding, and building a strong therapeutic connection that supports your personal growth and healing journey.
Strengths
One of my greatest strengths as a provider is my ability to genuinely get to know each person for who they are and create a space where they feel seen, heard, and valued. For more than 15 years, I have had the privilege of working with a diverse range of individuals, from newborns to older adults in their 90s, which has allowed me to develop a deep appreciation for the unique experiences and challenges people carry throughout different stages of life. As a Latina woman born and raised in Los Angeles, I bring both personal and professional understanding to the work I do with diverse communities. I have extensive experience supporting individuals from minority backgrounds, including the LGBTQIA+ community, first-generation and immigrant communities, women, mothers, and culturally diverse populations. Working within such vibrant and multicultural communities has strengthened my ability to provide culturally sensitive, compassionate, and individualized care that honors each client’s unique identity, values, and lived experiences.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is someone who is motivated to engage in therapy and open to personal growth and self-exploration. At the same time, I am equally passionate about working with individuals who may feel uncertain about whether therapy is the right step for them. I understand that beginning therapy can feel intimidating, and sometimes people simply need a safe space to explore whether the process feels right for them. As a Latina woman, I recognize that therapy has not always felt accessible, welcoming, or culturally affirming for many communities, including communities that look like mine. Because of this, I am passionate about helping bridge that gap and creating a space where individuals from diverse and historically underserved backgrounds feel comfortable seeking support. I understand that for many people, taking the first step into therapy requires encouragement, trust, and connection, and I strive to provide that with compassion, authenticity, and cultural sensitivity.
Treatment methods
Trauma-Focused CBT
I have utilized Trauma Focused CBT for over 10 years. I enjoy this modality of work as we are able to focus on the coping skills, support system, and overall wellbeing of the person prior to addressing the trauma.
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
As a person of color and a daughter to immigrant parents, I am passionate of cultural sensitivity and thrive to learn about everyone’s culture and how that plays a role in their life as well as in therapy.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Sometimes we have one specific thing we want to address and Solution Focused Brief Treatment is the right choice for those instances.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have been working as a CBT therapist for 15+ years. I have been able to implement this intervention with an array of individuals.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- CaliforniaLicense 68935