Dara Chanin, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Dara Chanin

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Adoption Counseling

Depression

Relationship Struggles

Anxiety

Domestic Violence

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Treatment approaches

Coaching

Family Systems

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Jewish

Ethnicity

Middle Eastern, White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dara Chanin

Hi there, I'm Dara! My name is Dara Chanin, and I am a compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over two decades of experience working with children and families. I earned my Master's in Social Work from the University of Southern California. I believe in a client-centered approach, utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Somatic Experiencing Therapy, Trauma Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to address individual needs and foster growth. I create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your challenges and discover your inner strengths. My approach I believe therapy approaches need to match the needs of the client and should be evidence-based. Some of the approaches I use are Somatic Experiencing Therapy, Trauma Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My focus I am comfortable working with children, adolescents, adults, and people with disabilities. Areas I am most comfortable treating include the LGBTQI+ population, Adoption, Anxiety & Depression, ADHD, Chronic Pain, Sexual Abuse and other traumatic experiences, Gender Dysphoria, Infertility and Surrogacy, Stress Management, and Intergenerational Trauma. My communication style I create a warm and welcoming atmosphere of acceptance where clients can explore freely without fear of judgment. I use active listening and show empathy and validation through verbal and non-verbal cues. My journey to mental healthcare What initially attracted me to this field was a strong desire to help and support others and a genuine concern for people's wellbeing. What drives me to do this work is seeing the positive impact on people's lives when they feel accepted and valued and find their inner strength. My goals for you I approach setting goals at the client's pace and in small, obtainable increments to ensure success.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sexual Abuse Counseling

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1265257935

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What practice does Dara Chanin work with?

Dara Chanin works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dara Chanin?

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