Brenda Sixto, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Brenda Sixto

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Motivational Interviewing

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Brenda Sixto

Hi there, I'm Brenda! I believe therapy is a space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where we can work together to better understand your experiences, build on your strengths, and create meaningful change. My focus I work with clients who may be navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, stress, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, or feeling stuck and unsure of their next steps. My goal is to help you feel more connected to yourself, understand your patterns, and develop tools that support the life you want to create. My approach My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and individualized to your unique needs and goals. I draw from evidence-based therapeutic approaches while recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. My communication style My communication style is warm, genuine, and nonjudgmental. I want you to feel comfortable being honest and open, while also providing thoughtful feedback, guidance, and perspective when it can be helpful. My journey to mental healthcare My journey to becoming a therapist grew from a genuine passion for helping people navigate life’s challenges and recognize their own strengths. Through my education and professional experience as a social worker, I’ve had the opportunity to support people through difficult transitions and meaningful moments of growth, which deepened my commitment. My goals for you We’ll work together to identify what you want to change and break larger goals into realistic, manageable steps. I help clients build insight, recognize patterns, develop practical coping skills, and use their existing strengths to create lasting changes. Our first session Our first session is an opportunity for me to get to know you, understand what brings you to therapy, and learn what you hope to get from our work together.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Irrational Fears / Phobias

Panic Attack

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Suicidal Tendencies

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Irrational Fears / Phobias

Panic Attack

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. West

Education and training

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

NPI number

1780595256

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What practice does Brenda Sixto work with?

Brenda Sixto works with Rula Health - L.A. West.

What are common reasons for patients to see Brenda Sixto?

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