Sergio Ibanez, LCSW
Therapist in California
Sergio Ibanez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California.
- License 114575 · California Expires March 2027
- NPI 1972021152 · national registry
- Experience and languages 7+ years in practice English, Spanish
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About Sergio
Sergio Ibanez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California. He speaks English and Spanish and brings seven years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. Sergio uses practical talk and active listening to understand what matters most to each person.
He aims to create a calm space where people can name what feels hard and try small, workable changes. He adapts conversations and plans to fit each person’s life and needs.
Background and approach
Among the approaches he draws on are the Gottman Method for relationship patterns, EMDR for trauma processing, and cognitive-behavioral techniques for changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. He also uses client-centered and dialectical strategies to support emotion regulation and self-understanding. He has worked with people dealing with trauma and abuse, abandonment and attachment concerns, and feelings of isolation or low self-worth.
Other areas he assists with include caregiver stress, communication problems, control issues, forgiveness, and challenges related to immigration and HIV/AIDS. Sergio describes his role as supportive and collaborative. He encourages taking gradual steps toward clearer goals and greater day-to-day coping.
Reaching out for help can feel daunting, and he focuses on meeting people where they are.
Credentials
- LCSW (California)
- License 114575 · expires March 2027
- NPI
- 1972021152 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Sergio lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Immigration issues
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Sergio names
- Gottman Method
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
These are the approaches Sergio names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
Online support
How therapy approaches translate to online care
Gottman Method work focuses on patterns in relationships, communication habits, and rebuilding connection through clear skills and exercises. It can help people learn different ways to talk about issues and manage conflict. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful thinking and behavior. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is used to process distressing memories by pairing memory work with guided bilateral stimulation to reduce emotional intensity and help people move forward.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist collaborates with each person to choose or combine methods based on their goals, concerns, and preferences. Sessions can start with a simple plan and adjust over time if something isn’t working.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation and screen sharing for worksheets. Phone sessions require less bandwidth and can fit into a work break. Live chat or messaging supports brief check-ins and written reflections between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to try different formats until the best fit is found.
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Frequently asked
What concerns does Sergio help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse. He also supports concerns like self-esteem, abandonment, attachment, body image, and caregiver stress.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are conversational and practical, with active listening and tailored plans. He blends Gottman-informed work on relationships with CBT, DBT, EMDR, and client-centered approaches as appropriate.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of professional experience working in mental health settings. That experience includes trauma-focused work and support for mood and relationship concerns.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW - licensed in California and provides services from that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.
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