Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 4 ratings

Gina Santillan

LCSW, 6 years of experience

Empowering
Solution oriented
Challenging

Hi there! I am Gina, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California. With 6 years of experience helping individuals overcome a variety of mental health challenges, I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. Please note that, at this time, I do not work with court-mandated clients. My approach is grounded in deeply understanding and appreciating diverse cultural backgrounds, ensuring everyone feels welcome and included in our therapeutic relationship.

Get to know me

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

In our first meeting, we will begin by getting to know each other. Then, we will explore your situation and what you want to address during therapy. This information will help me develop a personalized treatment plan for your needs.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I will provide a safe and supportive space to discuss your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Together, we can work towards understanding the root causes of your difficulties and developing effective coping strategies.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I am passionate about working with individuals seeking a safe and supportive environment to explore their thoughts and feelings. My clients often come to me with emotional, social, relationship, and communication challenges or life transitions. They may feel depressed, anxious, and lonely, which impacts their daily activities.

Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 4 ratings

1 rating with written reviews

February 12, 2025

She is a person who inspires confidence, and I feel like I am talking to a person I have known for a long time and she always gives me advice about the things we talk about.

Verified client, age 45-54

Review shared after session 5 with Gina

About Gina Santillan

I identify as

Specialties

AnxietyDepressionSelf Esteem

Serves ages

Licensed in

Appointments

Fully booked

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a talk therapy that focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors. It's based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected, and by changing our thoughts, we can influence our emotions and behaviors.