Hello! I am a licensed clinical and sport psychologist stationed in California. I completed my doctoral working in Counseling Psychology at Arizona State University. I also have a masters in Sport Psychology from Ball State University. I attempt to help young adults through a variety of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and transitions. Additionally, I have plethora of experience in helping athletes and former athletes in managing their well-being and emotional health.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In the first session my aim is to have the client feel comfortable and heard. Within the first session my goal is to slowly gain information and history about the client. I am wanting to learn more about the client and their reasons for seeking support. The first session lends to start to learn what the relationship between myself and the client may look like moving forward.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
As someone with a variety of clinical experiences, I aim to understand the person within the systems they manage. Adopting a multicultural approach helps in gaining insight into the way a person's identities impact them and the way they view the world. Having been trained in both performance and clinical psychology, I am able to support individuals within different realms of their lives.
About Jorge Ballesteros
Jorge Ballesteros offers therapy covered by Central California Alliance for Health (Medi-Cal), Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal), L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Orange County Mental Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal) and San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal) in California.
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Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I have adopted Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) within my scope of work for a handful of years. By adopting ACT, I help clients build psychological flexibility by embracing their thoughts and emotions without judgment. I encourage clients to accept uncomfortable feelings while committing to values-driven actions, promoting personal growth and resilience. This approach empowers individuals to face challenges with greater acceptance, fostering long-term well-being and positive change.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
As a provider, I have adopted Cognitive Behavior Therapy since the start of my training. CBT helps clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns that contribute negatively to well-being. Through a variety of techniques, I help clients reframe thinking patterns and beliefs, while also empowering clients to adopt positive behavioral changes. I am a major proponent of CBT as it helps client manage their emotions and behavior to foster improve well-being and resilience.