Rated 4.8 stars out of 5, 67 ratings

Anita Cabil

LCSW, 20 years of experience

Frequently rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented

About me

My name is Anita Cabil, and I am an LCSW with over 20 years of experience in outpatient therapy and hospital social work. I hold an MSW from USC and a BA in Psychology from UCLA. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and specialize in treating depression, anxiety disorders, women’s health, stress management, and trauma-informed care. While I use CBT, I believe that each individual is unique, so I also incorporate an eclectic blend of therapeutic modalities to best meet each person's needs. I believe that with the right coping tools, problem-solving strategies, and the support of an experienced therapist, anyone can overcome life's challenges.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

I create a warm, welcoming space where clients feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings. My approach begins with meeting you where you are at and supporting your growth through a positive, collaborative relationship. During our first session, we will focus on gathering a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment to help me get to know you better. I’ll also ask about your personal care goals and what you're seeking in a therapist. I respect and value your time and want to ensure that we are a good fit and that each session is as productive as possible.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I have extensive experience working with clients facing depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, family/relationship challenges, chronic illness, grief, and cultural/ethnic concerns. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse age groups and backgrounds, each on their own journey to find happiness and meaning. Coming from a culturally diverse and multicultural background myself, I deeply understand the importance of culture and identity in the therapeutic process. While I am skilled in various treatment modalities, I also embrace a nontraditional approach to therapy. Clients have shared that they feel enlightened, inspired, energized, and motivated, with the ability to maintain their goals and achieve lasting change.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I am passionate about helping individuals overcome personal challenges, especially those dealing with intergenerational trauma. I believe that to truly "break the cycle" of trauma, it's essential to understand one's ancestral history and how family dynamics and relationships can shape current perspectives and views. This deeper understanding is key to healing and moving forward.

Specialties

Top specialties

AnxietyDepression

Other specialties

GriefPhysical Health ConditionPost PartumSpirituality

I identify as

Black / African AmericanChristian

Serves ages

Children (6 to 12)Teenagers (13 to 17)

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I am skillful at CBT and have found this therapy method to be most effective with short-term clients. CBT is rooted in evidence-based outcomes, best clinical practices and personal care preferences.

Culturally Sensitive Therapy

Culture plays a crucial role in therapy because it influences individuals' values, beliefs, behaviors, and ways of understanding and experiencing the world. Utilizing culturally appropriate methods serve to improve our therapeutic alliance and makes the treatment process more relevant and effective to you, the client. I encourage my clients to delve into their ancestral history and personal family stories, in order to increase understanding of cultural strengths but also identifying intergenerational trauma.

Humanistic

Humanistic therapy helps clients to understand their situation and feelings more clearly. I find clients are able to achieve their goals and develop an acceptance of who they are, and a positive view sense of self.

Mindfulness-Based Therapy

MBCT helps clients to develop strategies of coping with stress, depression and anxiety symptoms. I find this type of treatment helps clients to develop more body awareness and assist with better emotional self-regulation.

Eclectic

I tailor to all clients, by utilizing an eclectic blend of treatment modalities, based on their unique, individual differences.

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Rated 4.8 stars out of 5, 67 ratings

3 ratings with written reviews

May 31, 2025

I was struggling with my family dynamics and how I can better navigate the relationship especially after finding out about CSA between my siblings. I was able to open up to Anita due to my willingness to do the work but also I felt Anita was authentic in her ability to connect with me. She challenged my thoughts and beliefs in a safe manner. I am learning and adapting my thinking with each session.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 8 with Anita

April 26, 2025

Anita is great human being she’s brings variety into her session and provides a comfortable safe space where you can allow yourself to be vulnerable.

Verified client, age 45-54

Review shared after session 5 with Anita

March 15, 2025

It is not easy for me to open up, let alone to be completely vulnerable but Anita is very easy to talk to and makes vulnerability come naturally.

Verified client, age 18-24

Review shared after session 5 with Anita