Tracie Lima

(she/her)

LCSW, 25 years of experience

Often rebooked

Authentic
Solution oriented
Empowering

Hello! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience providing therapy and support to individuals from all walks of life. I earned my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from San José State University. Throughout my career, I’ve been committed to creating a safe, affirming space—especially for members of the LGBTQ+ community and other marginalized groups. I believe in meeting clients where they are, honoring their lived experiences, and working collaboratively to foster healing, growth, and resilience.

Get to know me

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

In our first session, we’ll start with introductions and talk about what you can expect from therapy, as well as your role in the process. I’ll explain how telehealth sessions work and make sure you’re in a safe, private space where you feel comfortable speaking openly. We’ll discuss your goals for therapy, any past experiences you’ve had, and what you hope to gain from our work together. I’ll also go over the limits of confidentiality, including my legal obligation to report concerns such as child or elder abuse, or if there is a risk of harm to yourself or others.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

One of my greatest strengths as a provider is creating a calm, safe, and supportive space where clients feel comfortable being themselves. I bring warmth and compassion to my work, and I often use humor—when appropriate—to help ease tension and build connection. I'm also reliable and value punctuality, as I believe consistency and respect for my clients’ time are essential parts of building trust.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

My ideal client is someone between the ages of 18 and 70 who is ready to make meaningful changes in their life. I especially enjoy working with individuals from the LGBTQ+ community who are navigating challenges such as depression and anxiety. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that everyone has the capacity for growth and healing. I’m here to support clients in discovering their strengths, finding clarity, and creating a life that feels more aligned and fulfilling.

Specialties

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Cash - $115 per session

Aetna

Aetna - Allied Benefits

Aetna - ASR Health Benefits

Aetna - Luminare

Aetna - Medicare

Aetna - Moda

Aetna - WebTPA

Aetna – HealthEZ

All Savers

Amerihealth Administrators

Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage

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)

Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)

Centivo

Central California Alliance for Health (Medi-Cal)

Cigna

Cigna - HealthEZ

Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal)

EAP:Cigna

EAP:Evernorth

EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum

Evernorth

Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal)

Gold Coast Health Plan Total Care Advantage (HMO D-SNP)

Golden Rule

GTEB

Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare

Health Net (Medi-Cal)

Health Plan of San Joaquin/Mountain Valley Health Plan – Medi-Cal

Humana - Medicare

Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)

IHSS Healthy Workers

Independence Administrators

Independence Blue Cross

Kaiser Northwest

Kaiser Northwest - Medicare

L.A. Care Covered

L.A. Care Covered Direct

L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal)

L.A. Care PASC-SEIU

Optum

OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions

Oscar

Oxford

Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal)

San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal)

Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal

Scripps Health Plan

SFHP Care Plus (HMO D-SNP)

Sharp Health Plan

Surest (formerly Bind)

Sutter Health Plan

Tufts Health/Cigna

United Medical Resources

UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)

UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)

UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance

UnitedHealthcare Shared Services

UnitedHealthcare StudentResources

UnitedHealthcare/Optum

UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare

Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I have been a therapist for 25 years. CBT and Motivational Interviewing are the most used modalities in my practice. In my practice, I use CBT to help clients identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and beliefs that contribute to their emotional distress and maladaptive behavior. Together, we develop practical skills such as cognitive restructuring, behavioral activation, and problem-solving strategies.

Motivational Interviewing

Motivational Interviewing is used to help clients explore their reasons for change in a supportive and nonjudgmental way. I use open-ended questions to help clients express their feelings and connect with their goals and values.

Solution Focused Brief Treatment

I use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to help clients focus on their strengths and what’s already working in their lives. I help clients identify their goals and the small steps they can take to move forward.

, 32 ratings

10 ratings with written reviews

May 28, 2026

Tracie is such an amazing therapist. She has helped me with my long-time fear, now has become less than 50% of how I feel towards it. She is direct and warm/open-minded, which I love, we need accountability in order to achieve our goals. Thank you!!

Verified client, age 25-34
Review shared after session 5 with Tracie

December 19, 2025

Thank you for being there for me and thanks for helping me get things done i never said this before THANK U FOR THE HELP AND I TRUELY GONNA MISS SEEING U

Verified client, age 18-24
Review shared after session 7 with Tracie

December 13, 2025

Tracie is intelligent and remains focused on the issues. She is direct, but also compassionate.

Verified client, age 65+
Review shared after session 6 with Tracie