Antonio Valdez, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Antonio Valdez

Focus areas

Anger Management

Behavioral Therapy

Stress Management

Anxiety

Chronic Impulsivity

Work-Related Counseling

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Dialectical (DBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Psychodynamic

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Antonio Valdez

Hi there, I'm Antonio! Starting therapy can feel like a big step. I aim to offer a welcoming space where you feel heard, respected, and comfortable being yourself. Together, we can explore what you’re experiencing, identify what matters most to you, and work toward meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you. My focus I work with adults navigating stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, or times when they feel stuck. Whether you’re looking for clarity, new coping tools, or a space to process your experiences, I’ll meet you where you are and support you in working toward your goals. My approach My approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused strategies, and a strengths-based perspective. Together, we’ll explore patterns in your thoughts and behaviors, build on your strengths, and find practical steps toward your goals. My communication style My communication style is warm and collaborative. I ask open-ended and clarifying questions to better understand your experiences, and I use reflective listening to help you feel heard. I welcome your feedback so our conversations feel comfortable and useful to you. My goals for you We’ll work together to set goals that reflect what matters most to you and break them into manageable steps. We’ll check in on your progress, recognize what’s working, and adjust your goals as your needs change. I’ll help you stay motivated as you move forward at a pace that feels right for you.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Parenting Counseling

Peer Relationship Struggles

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Parenting Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

NPI number

1194600239

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What practice does Antonio Valdez work with?

Antonio Valdez works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see Antonio Valdez?

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