I am Wes Hardcastle-Orr a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the State of California. I have lived in many states and several countries overseas in my work with active-duty personnel and veterans. I practice a type of CBT called Rational Emotive Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This therapy works well for a broad range of problems and difficulties. Common issues I work with include Depression, Anxiety, Alcohol and Cannabis Use Disorders and Work or Personal Stress and much more.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session we will get to know each other, and I will offer you an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about therapy or my practice. We will complete a Bio-Psycho-Social Assessment that will allow me to get to know you better and to possibly see if you meet any criteria for a diagnosis so your insurance can cover your care.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have worked in Mental Health (MH) and in providing quality care for over 20 years. I believe myself to have a strong knowledge base in Therapy and MH issues and difficulties. The CBT I practice works well with a variety of issues and problems. I am very successful in assisting others in their learning about unhealthy or stuck thoughts and emotions and how to learn how to change these. I also have a broad range of life experiences that helps me to work with and to empathize with the difficulties and problems my clients have experienced.