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Elaine Ahmad
LCSW

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High satisfaction rate with clients

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I have spent the majority of my career working with adults dealing with a variety of personal issues. I believe open, honest communication is crucial in building a strong therapeutic relationship. I strive to create a warm, calming, empathic therapeutic environment and welcome both tears and laughter along the way. I believe that counseling can help people to become the best version of themselves in terms of their personal, professional, and relationship goals. Every client is different so I want to tailor my approach to each client's specific needs and goals.

About Elaine

Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

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

Communication Style

Affirming, Contemporary, Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Focus areas

Alzheimer's/Dementia, Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Chronic Illness, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Grief, Individual Therapy, LGBTQ+, Life Transitions, Panic, Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Stress, Trauma, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress

Experienced with

BIPOC, First responders, Immigrants, LGBTQ+, Neurodivergence, Non-monogamous relationships, Parents, Students

Years of Experience

28+
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I believe that counseling can help people to become the best version of themselves in terms of their personal, professional, and relationship goals.

License number

#19118

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Languages Spoken

English, Spanish

Education

MSW - Social Work, University of Southern California

Interests

I love cooking, baking, reading, writing, and spending time with my family.

License details

Elaine Ahmad,
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
#19118 (exp August 2026)