Dorinda Wiseman, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Dorinda Wiseman

Focus areas

Anger Management

Mood Disorders

Self Esteem Issues

Coping Mechanism Development

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Stress

Life Transition

Psychological Trauma

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

EMDR

Narrative

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Trauma Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dorinda Wiseman

Welcome. I believe you are the expert of your own life, and I’m here to help you uncover your strengths, understand your story, and move forward with confidence. Together, we’ll work toward meaningful change using a supportive, trauma-informed approach. My approach My approach combines trauma-informed care with practical, evidence-based strategies such as EMDR, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing. I work alongside you to explore challenges, identify what’s getting in the way, and develop steps toward positive change. You can expect a supportive therapeutic partnership focused on your growth. My focus I work with adults facing personal, emotional, or systemic challenges who are seeking support, stability, and renewed confidence. Many of my clients are working through trauma, burnout, relationship stress, or periods of transition. I meet you where you are and help you take steps toward feeling grounded, capable, and aligned with the life you want My communication style I communicate in a collaborative, client-centered way that emphasizes empowerment and mutual respect. I ask thoughtful questions, reflect on what I hear, and guide conversations in a way that supports insight and growth. My goal is to make you feel heard, understood, and supported every step of the way. My journey to mental healthcare I was drawn to this work by a desire to help people understand their worth and overcome barriers that keep them from living fully. Throughout my decades in several public systems of care, I saw how powerful, compassionate, and skilled support can be. I offer that same support and walk alongside clients on their path to change. My goals for you I take a trauma-informed, individualized approach to goal-setting by helping clients clarify what they want to change and identify what’s getting in the way. We develop a personalized roadmap using evidence-based techniques like EMDR, CBT, and motivational strategies.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Stress Management

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. West

Education and training

University of California, Berkeley, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1154638310

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What practice does Dorinda Wiseman work with?

Dorinda Wiseman works with Rula Health - L.A. West.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dorinda Wiseman?

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