Ana Guevara, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Ana Guevara

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Chronic Impulsivity

Alcoholism

Behavioral Problems

Stress Management

Anxiety

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Couples

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Asian, Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Ana Guevara

I offer a warm, collaborative approach to therapy, supporting clients as they build insight, coping skills, and meaningful change. Together, we will work at a place that feels safe and aligned with your goals. My approach My approach to providing care is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT). CBT focuses on the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, helping clients identify unhelpful patterns and develop practical strategies to support emotional well-being and lasting change. My focus Focusing on Anxiety and stress management, Depression and mood regulation, Trauma and Intergenerational trauma, Life transitioning and identity development, Relationship and Family dynamics, and Acculturation-stress and migration-related challenges. Using a CBT framework, clients focus on understanding how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. My communication style I communicate in a warm, nurturing and supportive way, creating a safe setting where clients feel secure and respected. I am emphatic, nonjudgemental, strength based, gentle yet direct, emotional validated and goal oriented. My journey to mental healthcare Working in social work field for many years allowed me to witness the strength and resilience people carry, even during life’s most difficult moments. These experiences inspired me to become a therapist so I could continue supporting individuals in a more focused and collaborative way. Therapy is a space for healing, learning, and empowerment. My goals for you Identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns. Increase emotional awareness and regulations. Modify behavioral and emotional responses to triggers. Developing coping problem-solving skills. Strengthen adaptive beliefs. Client will work toward the change by implementing CBT/skill intervention in order to reach the desired outcome My first session with you I am glad you are here today.

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. Proper

Education and training

California State University Long Beach, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1336380328

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Ana Guevara work with?

Ana Guevara works with Rula Health - L.A. Proper.

What are common reasons for patients to see Ana Guevara?

Ana Guevara frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Ana Guevara on their profile.