Caitlin Zahlis, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Caitlin Zahlis

Focus areas

Anxiety

Life Transition

Stress

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Panic Attack

Work-Related Counseling

Life Coaching

Peer Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Compassion Focused

Coaching

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Caitlin Zahlis

Hi there, I'm Caitlin! Welcome, I'm happy you're here. My name is Caitlin Zahlis, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker here in California. I earned my Master's in Social Work from San Diego State University and my Bachelor's from the University of California San Diego. To me, therapy is all about creating a space during your week where you feel seen, heard, encouraged, and not alone in your experiences. When I'm not practicing therapy, I'm usually at the beach or on a hike, painting, at a coffee shop, visiting West and East Coast family, or traveling to new cities. My approach I tailor my approach to support the unique needs and preferences of each person I work with. In co-creating your goals and care plan, we'll spend some time exploring your recent experiences, background, and the things that are most important to you in life. I use a mix of therapy approaches and tools that help build your confidence in your ability to recognize how you're feeling and what you need, to calm your thoughts and central nervous system, to build and keep meaningful relationships, to feel energized in life, and to authentically express yourself. My focus I have over 5 years of experience supporting young adults and creatives struggling with stress, burn-out, perfectionism, and panic attacks; life changes, transitions, and grief and loss; substance independence; and those wanting to explore their identity, creativity, or relationships. My communication style I communicate with warmth, affirmation, humility, non-judgment, and genuineness. I prioritize creating a space during your week where you feel witnessed and encouraged to build confidence in your natural strengths and support systems. My journey to mental healthcare My lived experiences, research background, and recent work in mental health non-profit development, community organizing, forensics, and prevention education have energized me to return to an individual therapy practice.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Peer Relationship Struggles

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

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

San Diego State University, Master's in Social Work
University of California San Diego (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1417713629

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What practice does Caitlin Zahlis work with?

Caitlin Zahlis works with Rula Health - L.A. West.

What are common reasons for patients to see Caitlin Zahlis?

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