Ayesha Bass
Hi! My name is Ayesha and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I received my Masters from California State University, Sacramento and have been practicing for 6 years. I am a Christian, trauma-focused, strength-based, and humanistic approach therapist. I commonly use person-centered, CBT, motivational interviewing, and narrative therapy to support my clients. I value providing a safe non-judgmental and private space for individuals. My goal is to provide warmth and acceptance during sessions and beyond. My journey as a therapist began in my childhood. I was raised by a single mother and experienced poverty throughout my childhood. God has been my strength and anchor. I grew up in diverse settings which has given me the ability to have empathy and hold a safe space for all people, especially marginal communities.
I grew up in diverse settings which has given me the ability to have empathy and hold a safe space for all people, especially marginal communities.
Most of my extracurricular activities throughout my life have involved meeting the needs of people. I aspire to be a safe space and sounding board for others and believe giving back is what makes life meaningful.
First session
During the first session, my goal is to get to know you and identify the key areas you would like to address in therapy. I will also hold a safe space for you to get to know me so you can build comfort.
Strengths
I was raised by a single mother and experienced living in poverty throughout my life. God has been my strength and anchor and my faith is what has kept me encouraged. I grew up in diverse settings and this has given me an empathetic genuine love for people. Especially marginal communities. Most of my extracurricular activities throughout my life involved meeting the needs of people. I eventually graduated from college with my Master's in Social Work and began a career doing what I naturally loved. I want to be the person I needed during some of the toughest times in my life.
Ideal clients
My client focus consists of people of color and adults who have experienced trauma. I am most comfortable treating mood disorders, grief, complex family dynamics, adjustment to illness, life transitions, relationship conflict, and self-esteem.
Treatment methods
Christian Counseling
I grew up in the Baptist Church and was raised in a Christian family. I have practiced the Christian Faith throughout my life and use Christian principles to guide and support the therapeutic interventions I use in therapy.
Attachment-based
I have 5 years of experience working in Child Protective Services and have studied attachment theory and how parental attachment in early childhood affects relationships in adulthood. I used attachment based therapy to assess for early childhood trauma and how it impacts relationships.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have 3 years of experience using CBT in therapy with clients to address depression and anxiety. I use worksheets, homework, and reflective listening to support clients with identifying negative self talk and emotions to
Motivational Interviewing
I have over 5 years of experience using motivational interviewing to support my clients with building motivation to achieve positive changes in their life.
Solution-Focused Brief Treatment
I have over 5 years of experience using solution focus to support clients with identifying short term goals and support clients with identifying complicating factors, what is working well and what they would like to see change.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- CaliforniaLicense 127563