Hi there. My name is Jacquelyn Najera and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I obtained my Masters from Portland State University in Oregon and have been practicing in Los Angeles, CA for the past four years. I believe in the boundless potential of each and every human being and I feel truly honored to support folks on their journey to healing and fulfillment.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we will start with as much or as little mutual introductions and then I will give you the opportunity to share the specific reasons you are seeking treatment at this time. We will also begin collaboratively developing and identifying goals to work towards throughout your time in treatment.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I bring a social justice practice and education background that I believe is very important as a mental health therapist. I practice trauma-informed care at all times. Operating from a relational and humanistic approach, I am committed to fostering a compassionate, safe, and person-centered therapeutic environment.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I love supporting teenagers and adults who are struggling with anxiety or depression. My clients often experience low self worth and are eager to feel like their best selves but don't yet know how to achieve this dream. Sometimes my clients experience suicidal ideation, hopelessness, and interpersonal difficulties.
About Jacquelyn Najera
Jacquelyn Najera offers therapy covered by Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medi-Cal in California.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a very helpful tool to identify unhelpful thought patterns brought on by anxiety, depression, or other life stressors and create new ways of thinking that allow you to move about in the world in a more supported way. I utilize CBT with my clients who struggle with negative or anxious thoughts and I incorporate various aspects of this modality whenever necessary.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is very useful for folks who struggle with emotion regulation. Utilizing DBT skills can be very helpful in regulating our emotions during a crisis, distressing event, or simply when emotions are high. DBT is a mindfulness based modality which is a foundation of my practice.
Humanistic
I consider myself a humanistic therapist in that I operate from a client centered approach and look at the whole person when providing therapy. I believe in the boundless potential of every human being and feel honored to support folks on their journey to feeling fulfilled and experiencing self-acceptance.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I utilize meditation, somatic awareness, and relaxation techniques to support folks in existing in the here and now, non-judgmentally. Mindfulness is a practice that can be very helpful in managing anxiety symptoms or other distressing emotions.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing is a tool to support folks in resolving their ambivalence. I utilize this modality with folks who are experiencing difficulty making important decisions or changes in their life.