Licensed to practice in California and accepts 47 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 5 more.
Hello! My name is Imelda. Have you been trying to resolve your own issues or have reached out to friends and family and feel misunderstood or don't have anyone you can express your feelings to? It is difficult to deal with issues on your own. As a seasoned and licensed marriage family therapist let me help you towards a healthier, more productive perspective on life. I'm here to be your compass, helping you navigate challenges and new experiences that life throws your way. I have worked in the mental health field for 18 years with people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, family issues, couples therapy and trauma. We will work together to identify the core issues you are dealing with and I will address each issues with empathy, understanding, and evidence-based techniques. I can create a safe, judgment-free space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly. If you're ready to embark on a transformative journey towards hope, healing, and authentic connection within yourself, family or as a couple, let's take that first courageous step together.
During our first session I inform you of my experience and proceed to ask several questions to get a better understanding of what the issue(s) is/are so that I can better serve you.
As a provider, my greatest strengths are my ability to build rapport with you and making the client feel heard and understood as well as assisting with finding and working through your issues.
I love working with clients who have experienced trauma, low self-esteem/confidence, depression, and anxiety. The primary population I have served has been: children, teens, families and women. I have also worked with men's issues.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cash - $100 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
Blue Shield of California - Medi-Cal
Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
CalViva Health (Medi-Cal)
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal)
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Health Net (Commercial)
Health Net (Medi-Cal)
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal)
Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal
Scripps Health Plan
Sharp Health Plan
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I’ve been using CBT for the past 10+ years. CBT has helped clients explore and challenge their reoccurring thoughts and manage their anxiety. CBT helps to recognize how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence each other and thereby decreasing negative thought patterns and a new way a viewing the situation.
Couples Counseling
I have worked with many couples to aid them with improving their communication, attachment style, infidelity and other issues. I point out the couples communication style and build on how to communicate with one another, address specific needs and dynamics among other issues that arise.
EMDR
EMDR helps to unlock past trauma, and works well with attachment issues, couples, complex PTSD , depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues.
14 ratings with written reviews
June 23, 2026
Imelda has been a great help the last few months that I have been meeting with her. She has great advice and provides me with the tools I may need to challenge and strengthen myself. I look forward to our meetings knowing that I am in a safe space.
June 23, 2026
Four sessions in and I have felt comfortable during all of them. Now today I noticed I was looking forward to it for the first time instead of being anxious! Therapy has been a wholesome change for the better, and I look forward to the growth + insight I gain from sessions with Imelda!
June 9, 2026
Had our second session today, I am very pleased with how everything is going. She is very sweet, understanding and really makes you feel heard. My first therapist didn't work out, but I am so happy because Imelda is amazing and so encouraging. Thank you!