Emily Gomez, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Emily Gomez

Focus areas

Anger Management

Dual Diagnosis

Psychological Trauma

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Stress Management

Dissociative Disorder

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Dialectical (DBT)

Narrative

Eclectic

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Emily Gomez

Hi there, I'm Emily! I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Social Work, both earned with honors. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have over six years of experience in the mental health field. I am dedicated to working with diverse populations and groups. My approach My work has primarily focused on supporting individuals with severe mental health conditions, such as psychosis, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. I specialize in various therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Eclectic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Additionally, my personal experience with substance use and addiction has fueled my passion for substance abuse counseling and motivational interviewing. My focus My ideal client is someone experiencing severe mental health challenges, such as symptoms of psychosis, substance abuse, anxiety, or depression. My communication style I work alongside my clients in a clear and direct manner, partnering to set goals, create treatment plans, and track progress. My journey to mental healthcare My personal experiences with mental health challenges, trauma, loss, and substance use influenced my journey to becoming a therapist. These experiences, along with my education and professional background in mental health, have shaped my understanding, skills, and empathy, guiding my approach to therapy.

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

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

NPI number

1902492861

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What practice does Emily Gomez work with?

Emily Gomez works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see Emily Gomez?

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