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Donna Cohen Cretcher
LCSW

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High satisfaction rate with clients

Nice to meet you

I believe life is a journey and everyone has their personal challenges. I enjoy the experience of understanding you and helping you. I am an active participant in sessions by asking questions to fully understand who you are and how best to support you. I individualize your treatment based on what you want, need and who you are. I see myself as a coach to support you in obtaining your goals and a sense of wellness in your life.

About Donna

Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

Blue Shield of California, Centivo, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Health Net, Aetna, Anthem / Out of State BlueCard, Out-of-pocket

Communication Style

Action-oriented, Authentic, Direct, Engaging, Warm

Focus areas

Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Issues, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Chronic Illness, Couples Therapy (2+ adults in session), Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Family Therapy (2+ adults in session), Grief, Immigration, Individual Therapy, IPV/DV, LGBTQ+, Life Transitions, OCD, Panic, Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Self-Harm, Stress, Substance Use, Trauma, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress

Experienced with

BIPOC, Black community, Blended families, First responders, Geriatric clients, Immigrants, LGBTQ+, Veterans

Years of Experience

41+
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I am an active participant in sessions by asking questions to fully understand who you are and how best to support you.

License number

#11541

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Languages Spoken

English

Education

BA - Psychology, University of California Irvine MSW -  Social Work, San Diego State University

Interests

I am an avid exercise person. I love walking and working out at the gym. I try to do this daily. I have three adult children who I love to spend time with. My husband and I play Catun and I enjoy the nature of the game.

License details

Donna Cretcher,
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
#11541 (exp March 2027)