Esperanza Applestein, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Esperanza Applestein

Focus areas

Anxiety

Life Transition

Stress

Codependency

Relationship Struggles

Stress Management

Depression

Self Esteem Issues

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Compassion Focused

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Humanistic

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Esperanza Applestein

Hi there, I'm Esperanza! Welcome! I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in mental health. I hold a Master's in Counseling Psychology from National University. I specialize in supporting individuals, couples, and families navigating life and relationships. My mission is to provide a safe environment that leads to a more emotionally balanced life. My approach My approach is collaborative, relational, educational, insight-oriented, and dynamic, blending evidence-based techniques including CBT, TFCBT, DBT, attachment-based work, trauma-focused therapy, and mindfulness to help you gain clarity, self-awareness, and emotional balance. I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel safe exploring emotions, healing past wounds, and developing tools for lasting change. As a bilingual therapist fluent in Spanish, I welcome individuals from all walks of life. If you are ready to take the first step toward self-discovery and growth, I invite you to connect with me. My focus I specialize in working with adults, young adults, families, and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, postpartum depression and anxiety, PTSD, relational challenges, life transitions, and trauma's lasting effects. I am passionate about helping people ready to take their first step in dealing with emotional pain. My mission is to provide a compassionate and safe therapeutic space where you feel seen, heard, and empowered to explore emotions, confront challenges, and achieve lasting well-being. I provide tools and strategies tailored to your needs and guide you while empowering you to take an active role in your healing. My communication style My communication style is open, compassionate, and professional. I listen with care, offer thoughtful guidance, and work to create a therapeutic relationship built on trust and mutual respect.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. North

Education and training

National University, Master's in Counseling Psychology

NPI number

1285844456

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What practice does Esperanza Applestein work with?

Esperanza Applestein works with Rula Health - L.A. North.

What are common reasons for patients to see Esperanza Applestein?

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