Linda Nguyen
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my license is LCSW #128274. I hold a Master of Social Work and a Doctor of Social Work from the University of Southern California. I became a therapist because I’ve always wanted to help people through tough times. I saw friends and family struggle with anxiety and loss, and I realized a kind, steady presence can make a difference. So, I studied social work, got my license, and learned tools like cognitive therapy and DBT to support folks with depression, trauma, or stress. Now, I’m here to listen and walk with you, simple as that. I’m looking forward to hearing from you as we go.
So, I studied social work, got my license, and learned tools like cognitive therapy and DBT to support folks with depression, trauma, or stress.
My focus is on supporting people through depression, anxiety, trauma, and life’s tough stressors. I’m here to walk alongside you, and I’m looking forward to hearing your thoughts as we go. I might nudge you to notice what’s working, using a strength-based lens, or help you reframe a stuck thought with cognitive tools. If emotions run high, we’ll use DBT to ride the wave, or ACT to find peace with what’s hard. It’s practical yet heartfelt, like we’re building a toolkit together, tailored to you while honoring your pace. You’ll leave feeling a little lighter, a little more hopeful, and never alone in it.
First session
In our first session, expect a relaxed, welcoming vibe. I’ll listen to what’s on your mind, whatever you’re feeling, like grief or stress, is okay to share. We’ll talk about what you want to work on, no pressure. I’ll ask a few questions to get to know you, and we’ll start figuring out small steps together. It’s just a chance to connect and feel heard.
Strengths
Working with me feels like having a steady companion on your journey, someone who’s there to listen deeply and lift up your strengths, even when you can’t see them yourself. Clients often say it’s a mix of comfort and gentle challenge. You’ll feel heard and understood, with space to explore what’s heavy, like depression, anxiety, or old trauma, without feeling pushed.
Ideal clients
A little about how I approach this work: I believe in compassionate, empathetic care that meets you where you are, without judgment. I pull from a mix of tools: strength-based and solution-focused ideas to lift up what’s already working for you, cognitive therapy to shift unhelpful thoughts, and approaches like DBT and ACT to help manage big emotions and find acceptance. Whatever it is, we begin where you are, not where you ‘should’ be. I lean on a strength-based lens, so we’ll look at what you’re already doing well, even if it’s small, like showing up here today. That’s a foundation we build on. If your mind’s tangled up, like with depression or anxiety, we might use cognitive therapy to spot thoughts that trip you up and set a goal to shift them gently, like turning ‘I can’t do this’ into ‘I’ll try one piece.’ For big emotions or trauma, DBT might help us aim for something practical, like riding out a tough moment without it swallowing you whole. And with ACT, we might set a goal around accepting what’s hard while moving toward what you value, like connection or peace. It’s flexible and tailored to you. You’re in the driver’s seat; I’m just here with the map, cheering you on.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
My focus is on supporting people through depression, anxiety, trauma, and life’s tough stressors. I’m here to walk alongside you, and I’m looking forward to hearing your thoughts as we go. Working with me feels like having a steady companion on your journey—someone who’s there to listen deeply and lift up your strengths, even when you can’t see them yourself. You’ll feel heard and understood, with space to explore what’s heavy without feeling pushed. You’ll leave feeling a little lighter, a little more hopeful, and never alone in it.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- CaliforniaLicense 128274