Elizabeth Cortez, LCSW

Elizabeth Cortez, LCSW

Psychotherapist
CA
Hi there, I'm Elizabeth! Navigating anxiety, depression, stress, or life transitions can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. I provide a warm, collaborative space where clients can explore their experiences, build coping skills, and work toward meaningful change. Let’s work together toward your goals and create a path forward. My focus Struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or life transitions? I work with adolescents and adults who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of their next steps. Together, we will explore your experiences, build coping skills, and develop strategies to help you feel more confident, resilient, and empowered. My approach I use a warm, collaborative, and strengths-based approach to help clients understand their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Through CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy, I help clients develop practical coping skills, build confidence, and work toward their goals. Therapy is a partnership, and I tailor my approach to each client’s unique needs. My communication style I prioritize open, compassionate, and non-judgmental communication. I use active listening to help clients feel heard and understood while providing thoughtful feedback and support. My goal is to create a safe space where we can work together to explore challenges, build on strengths, and identify practical steps toward growth and change. My journey to mental healthcare I was drawn to mental health because of my passion for helping others navigate challenges and recognize their strengths. I believe in the power of connection and creating a safe space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to grow. My goals for you I see therapy as a partnership where we work together to identify goals that are meaningful to you. We will explore your strengths, track progress, and adjust goals as your needs and experiences evolve.
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About Elizabeth Cortez

Focus areas

Anger Management
Behavioral Therapy
Life Transition
Anxiety
Childhood Trauma
Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Codependency

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Trauma Focused
Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Elizabeth Cortez

Hi there, I'm Elizabeth! Navigating anxiety, depression, stress, or life transitions can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. I provide a warm, collaborative space where clients can explore their experiences, build coping skills, and work toward meaningful change. Let’s work together toward your goals and create a path forward. My focus Struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or life transitions? I work with adolescents and adults who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of their next steps. Together, we will explore your experiences, build coping skills, and develop strategies to help you feel more confident, resilient, and empowered. My approach I use a warm, collaborative, and strengths-based approach to help clients understand their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Through CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy, I help clients develop practical coping skills, build confidence, and work toward their goals. Therapy is a partnership, and I tailor my approach to each client’s unique needs. My communication style I prioritize open, compassionate, and non-judgmental communication. I use active listening to help clients feel heard and understood while providing thoughtful feedback and support. My goal is to create a safe space where we can work together to explore challenges, build on strengths, and identify practical steps toward growth and change. My journey to mental healthcare I was drawn to mental health because of my passion for helping others navigate challenges and recognize their strengths. I believe in the power of connection and creating a safe space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to grow. My goals for you I see therapy as a partnership where we work together to identify goals that are meaningful to you. We will explore your strengths, track progress, and adjust goals as your needs and experiences evolve.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Gender Affirming Counseling
Mood Swings
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Gender Affirming Counseling
Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1477114767

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

What languages does Elizabeth Cortez speak?

Elizabeth Cortez speaks English and Spanish.

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