Gertrudis Vargas, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Gertrudis Vargas

Focus areas

Anger Management

Behavioral Therapy

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Work-Related Counseling

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Stress Management

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Teenagers (13-17)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Motivational Interviewing

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Play Therapy

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Gertrudis Vargas

Hi there, I'm Gertrudis! Welcome. I am a bicultural, bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 16 years of experience. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, and parenting challenges. My focus Individuals seeking support with anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation, or life stressors can benefit from a collaborative therapeutic approach. Together, we will identify effective tools to manage symptoms, strengthen resilience, process difficult experiences, and promote meaningful, long-term growth and well-being. My approach I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Using evidence-based approaches including CBT, TF-CBT, SFT, Play Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy, I help clients develop effective coping skills, improve emotional well-being, and navigate life's challenges with confidence My communication style My communication style is collaborative, empathetic, and nonjudgmental. I foster a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and understood. In session, we engage in problem solving and processing thoughts and emotions while working toward your goals and building practical coping strategies for emotional well-being and growth. My journey to mental healthcare Through years of clinical work in the mental health field, I have found it deeply meaningful to support individuals in improving their lives and overall well-being. I have witnessed how insight and coping skills can create lasting change. I am honored to help clients build resilience, clarity, and meaningful growth. My goals for you I help clients reach their goals by increasing awareness of unhelpful thought and behavior patterns that keep them stuck. Together, we identify these cycles, develop healthier ways of coping, and strengthen problem-solving skills.

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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

Rula Health - L.A. Proper

Education and training

San Diego State University, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1952796583

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What practice does Gertrudis Vargas work with?

Gertrudis Vargas works with Rula Health - L.A. Proper.

What are common reasons for patients to see Gertrudis Vargas?

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