Ariel Escobedo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Southeast Los Angeles, serving clients of all ages—from young to older adults. Ariel specializes in alleviating excessive stress, low mood, and anxiety, which often arise from interpersonal conflicts or workplace challenges. With a Master’s degree from the University of Southern California, Ariel has a rich background in working with diverse identities, backgrounds, and cultures. Ariel blends Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy in his practice. This approach allows clients to explore their internal dynamics and understand the parts of themselves that influence their emotions and behaviors. Ariel’s method is highly collaborative, empowering clients to lead their treatment journey. He incorporates attachment-based and strengths-based perspectives, encouraging clients to reflect on their relationships and harness their innate resilience. Additionally, Ariel teaches practical coping strategies, including mindfulness, to help clients manage overwhelming situations. Witnessing his clients develop compassion, creativity, courage, and connectedness is a profound aspect of Ariel’s work. He is dedicated to providing the support necessary for his clients to feel balanced and grounded. To embark on your journey toward improved mental health with Ariel, please request an appointment.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
During your first session with me, you can expect a safe, welcoming environment where open dialogue is encouraged. We will explore the concerns that brought you to therapy, and I will provide a supportive space for you to share your story at your own pace. Together, we'll identify your goals for therapy and discuss the approach that best resonates with your needs and personal style. This initial meeting builds trust and collaboration, setting the stage for a therapeutic journey to facilitate your growth and healing.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I am willing to work with any human who wants to heal. I am comfortable guiding self-healing individuals who experience emotions impairing their ability to function. Such emotional parts, components, or systemic elements include depression, anxiety, mania, obsessions, low self-esteem, trauma, abuse, loss, grief, interpersonal deficiencies, conflict, work-life balance, injustice, violence, inattention, hyperactivity, substance use, relationship difficulties, parent-child dispute, difficulties of inclusion for being part of the LGBTQIA community, gender identity issues, identity issues, and cultural conflicts.
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Person-centered (Rogerian)
As your service provider, you can expect an experience rooted in genuine respect for your journey and potential. Employing a person-centered approach, I pledge to honor your unique perspectives, actively engage in empathetic listening, and collaborate with you in setting and pursuing your goals. Together, we'll foster an empowering environment where your needs shape the journey and your personal growth and self-discovery lead the way.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
You can anticipate a structured and interactive process in our work together, as I employ a Cognitive Behavioral approach to facilitate meaningful change. We'll dissect and understand the patterns of your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, identifying and challenging any unhelpful or limiting narratives. Our collaboration will equip you with practical strategies and skills for altering negative thought patterns, managing emotional responses, and engaging in effective behaviors, empowering you to actively reshape your experiences and achieve your personal goals.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Embracing the Internal Family Systems model, I provide a compassionate space where you can expect to embark on a transformative journey toward self-discovery and healing. Our collaboration will allow you to explore and understand the distinct subpersonalities or 'parts' within yourself, acknowledging their qualities and intents without judgment. We will work towards healing the wounded parts and restoring balance within your internal system, empowering your 'Self' to lead with confidence, clarity, compassion, and courage. This journey aims not just for symptom relief but also for harmonizing your internal community, fostering unburdened self-expression, and achieving holistic well-being.
Integrative
Utilizing an Integrative approach to therapy, you can expect a tailored experience that respects your individuality, values, and specific needs. Our therapeutic journey will not follow a one-size-fits-all map; it will synthesize various therapeutic tools and philosophies chosen to suit your unique circumstances and objectives. By blending elements from different therapeutic methodologies, we will work to uncover and address more profound layers of your experiences, fostering holistic growth, resilience, and well-being. Together, we will navigate your path to healing and self-discovery, empowering you to thrive across all facets of your life.