Angelica Ortega, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Angelica Ortega

Focus areas

Anxiety

Mood Disorders

Self Esteem Issues

Depression

Panic Attack

Stress Management

Impulse Control Disorder (ICD)

Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Family Systems

Culturally Sensitive

Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Angelica Ortega

Hi there, I'm Angelica! Hola! I'm a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California, practicing for about 4 years. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from California State University, Los Angeles. My work with clients involves building trust, providing a safe space, and using interventions to help manage emotional distress, regulate behavior, and work toward long-term change. I also strive to normalize that life includes both highs and lows—emotional, social, academic, and developmental. My approach My therapy approach is flexible and tailored to meet each client’s unique needs. I adapt my methods based on what will be most helpful for you and your goals. Common approaches I use include Psychodynamic, TFCBT, and Solution Focused. My focus My clinical experience includes collaborative work with children, adolescents, adults, and families with high-intensity needs—whether dealing with complex trauma, emotional dysregulation, cultural and societal pressures, or severe mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and trauma. I’m passionate about helping adolescents and young adults develop tools to overcome challenges and build resilience. My goal is to support them in gaining confidence to keep moving forward despite life’s challenges. My communication style I use a strengths-based approach to foster hope and self-efficacy and encourage a collaborative, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship where you feel seen for who you are, not just your challenges. I am patient to allow you to change at your own pace while gently and respectfully challenging you to push beyond your comfort zone and confront limiting beliefs or behaviors. “The human race has only one effective weapon, and that is laughter.” – Mark Twain

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Peer Relationship Struggles

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Stress Management

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Peer Relationship Struggles

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. West

Education and training

California State University, Los Angeles, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1700444270

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What practice does Angelica Ortega work with?

Angelica Ortega works with Rula Health - L.A. West.

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