Carol Guardado, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Carol Guardado

Focus areas

Anxiety

Stress Management

Perinatal Mental Health

Women's Issues Therapy

Stress

Work-Related Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Strength-Based

Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)

Trauma Focused

Identity

Gender

Non-binary

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Carol Guardado

Hi there, I'm Carol! My name is Carol Guardado, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of experience helping individuals achieve health and wellness. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from California State University, Los Angeles. My approach is person-centered; I focus on individual strengths and resiliency to overcome life challenges. My approach I am well versed in various theoretical approaches but primarily use evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Managing and Adapting Practice (MAP), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) on a case-by-case basis. My focus I primarily assist adults with anxiety/stress, depression, grief and loss, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I also have experience with postpartum depression and supporting mothers through the challenges of motherhood. My communication style I set a tone of empathy, respect, and transparency to build a strong foundation for positive rapport. Through this therapeutic alliance, patients guide sessions and gain empowerment. My journey to mental healthcare My natural inclination to guide and support others through life’s challenges led me to this profession. Helping others toward a more productive, functional, and fulfilling life drives my career. My goals for you I collaborate with individuals to develop treatment goals. Patient feedback guides treatment decisions from intake through our last session. My first session with you In initial sessions, patients answer questions about themselves, coping, and symptoms to develop goals and expectations for future sessions.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Postpartum Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. Proper

Education and training

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

NPI number

1104279280

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Carol Guardado?

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Is Carol Guardado accepting new patients?

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What practice does Carol Guardado work with?

Carol Guardado works with Rula Health - L.A. Proper.

What are common reasons for patients to see Carol Guardado?

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