LCSW, 10 years of experience
Congratulations on taking this brave first step toward change! Reaching out shows incredible strength, and I'm truly honored you're considering me to walk alongside you. I'm Arlet Olivares, a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker and board-approved supervisor (LCSW-S). While my professional credentials reflect dedicated training, my commitment to this work runs far deeper- it's woven into the very fabric of my life. I know, firsthand, the quiet courage it takes to navigate mental health challenges. Growing up, I walked alongside loved ones as they wrestled with their own struggles. Their experiences weren't just observations; they were felt deeply, forging an understanding of the raw, human experience of pain, trauma, and resilience that no amount of theory alone could ever teach.
During our first session, we will discuss your goals and map out a collaborative path forward. I look forward to supporting you throughout your journey and working together to achieve your desired outcomes.
More than just my credentials, I bring my whole, human self to our work together. My path was profoundly shaped by personal experience that taught me volumes about the real, day-to-day impact of these challenges, the fear, the hope, the resilience and incredible strength in a human being. Because I've seen the journey from a deeply personal vantage point, alongside extensive professional experience, I feel I can meet you exactly where you are with authentic empathy. I have both the clinical tools and a heart that has felt the ripple effects of these challenges. I believe this blend allows for a different kind of connection, one built on genuine understanding, helping us navigate your path forward with greater depth and effectiveness.
Helping Couples Reconnect and Thrive I work with devoted couples who feel more like distant roommates than loving partners—caught in cycles of silence, miscommunication, and emotional disconnection. When the closeness fades, and the distance grows, it can feel heartbreaking and confusing. With a compassionate, personalized approach tailored to your relationship’s unique dynamics, I help you uncover the root of the disconnection—without blame. Together, we build practical tools for emotional reconnection, healthy communication, and renewed trust. The goal is to shift your relationship from frustration and distance to one where you both feel truly seen, heard, and cherished again. Supporting Individuals Overwhelmed by Anxiety I also help men and women who feel consumed by worry and anxiety—those who are constantly overthinking, feeling stuck, and unable to quiet the mental noise. When your mind feels like it’s always racing, it can be difficult to feel grounded or fully present in your life. Using a collaborative and individualized approach, I work with you to calm the storm within. We’ll use effective, practical strategies to manage anxiety, restore clarity, and build emotional balance. Through our work together, you’ll feel more in control, more present, and more connected to what truly matters—living with a greater sense of ease, purpose, and self-trust.
My approach is to work with you to calm the storm inside, using practical strategies to significantly reduce your anxiety symptoms so you can gain clarity and control. The result is that you will be able to shift your focus from worry to what is most important in your life, empowering you to live with a renewed sense of purpose, balance, and presence in everything you do.
I believe that life's challenges can bury your inner strengths, but you are not broken—you already possess the resources you need to heal and grow. My work is to partner with you on a journey of self-discovery, helping you uncover those hidden capabilities. Together, we can empower you to see far beyond your current struggles and realize the vast potential that has been there all along.
2 ratings with written reviews
August 18, 2025
Had a great first session. She made me feel important and like what I felt mattered. She opened my eyes to things I didn’t want to see and even gave great feedback. I look forward to future sessions.
July 2, 2025
i had an awesome first session and look forward to opening up more and understanding my feelings and how to best communicate them coming from a woman's perspective. thank you.