Karla Gutierrez, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Karla Gutierrez

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Mood Disorders

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Infertility Trauma

Perinatal Mental Health

Coping Mechanism Development

Life Transition

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

EMDR

Strength-Based

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Karla Gutierrez

Hi there, I'm Karla! My name is Karla Gutierrez, and I’m a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California providing virtual therapy. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern California. I have experience working with a variety of individuals experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety. I specialize in supporting women facing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders before and after childbirth. Challenges with perinatal mental health can be some of the most overwhelming experiences during pregnancy and parenthood. The first weeks, months, and even years after childbirth can be a real struggle. My approach Using evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy), breath work, grounding techniques, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and collaborative treatment, I work together with you to help understand and process your emotions. I aim to teach effective coping strategies so you can heal and embrace this phase of life with strength and resilience. My focus I focus on helping women emotionally navigate the perinatal journey—from pregnancy challenges to postpartum transitions and related issues like birth trauma, having an ill newborn in the NICU, caregiver burnout, depression, anxiety, and loss of a baby. I also support clients dealing with depression, anxiety, and life transitions. My communication style I provide talk therapy at the client’s pace, creating a comfortable, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported. My goals for you My goal is to help you adjust to motherhood or your current transition and process your emotions so you can feel more like your old self—or even an improved version of yourself. I work collaboratively with you to assess and discuss whether your goals are achievable and aligned with your needs and interests.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Postpartum Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. West

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1083964985

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What practice does Karla Gutierrez work with?

Karla Gutierrez works with Rula Health - L.A. West.

What are common reasons for patients to see Karla Gutierrez?

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