Hello, my name is Isai (E-sai-EE) I'm an LCSW based in California. I'm a therapist with experience working with all ages and demographics. My experience and training as a social worker revolves around individual therapy, couples therapy, and family therapy. In my sessions, I like to show up as easy-going, supportive, all while being adaptable to your personal needs. I enjoy helping teens, adults, and older adults who want to work through difficult life issues.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session, I like to leave it open to whatever you need. Whether it's diving right into what's bringing you into therapy, or taking some time to get to know each other and feel comfortable in the session. I know therapy can be overwhelming and can take time, so I always like to check in with what you need and what you're looking for.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Some of my strengths include being calm, accepting, welcoming, and creating a comfortable space to discuss difficult issues.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
Some of my professional interests and specialities include working with teens, young adults, older adults, family therapy, and those who struggle with anxiety, depression, autism, oppositional defiant disorder, marital/relationship issues, men's issues, anger management, and complex/severe mental health issues.
About Isai Serrano
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Child Parent Psychotherapy
I have previous experience of working with kids and teens who struggle with anger, impulsivity, oppositional defiance, and difficulty managing big emotions. I like to focus on their emotions, behaviors, and thought processes to figure out how they can work better with their parents and manage their feelings.
Strength-Based
During sessions with me, I focus on building on each person's strengths in order to build confidence, independence, and resilience.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Through my previous clinical experience, I have focused a lot on CBT to help people feel less anxious, overwhelmed, and manage their worries and fears.
Play Therapy
When working with teens and children, Art therapy and online activities are useful for children to talk about issues that they may struggle to open up about. I have experience in doing different art and play activities with kids in order to get to know them, and help them figure out goals and ways to better themselves.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I'm formally trained in DBT, and I like to incorporate it in sessions to help individuals learn to manage issues in their relationships, negative thoughts, and overwhelming feelings.