La Viola Ward, LPCC, CA | Psychotherapist

About La Viola Ward

Focus areas

Adoption Counseling

Asperger's Syndrome

Life Transition

Anger Management

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Personality Disorder

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Attachment-based

Trauma Focused

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Narrative

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know La Viola Ward

Hi there, I'm La Viola! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate life’s challenges. I provide compassionate, culturally responsive, trauma-informed care that helps clients build resilience, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change. My focus I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, stress, and behavioral difficulties. I strive to create an inclusive space where clients from diverse backgrounds feel respected, empowered, and supported. My approach I believe healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood. My approach is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based, blending empathy with practical strategies tailored to your unique experiences, strengths, and goals. Together, we’ll build tools that support lasting growth. My communication style My style is warm, genuine, and collaborative. I create a nonjudgmental environment where clients feel comfortable being themselves while also receiving honest feedback and encouragement. I believe therapy should feel like a partnership built on trust, respect, and authenticity. My journey to mental healthcare I’ve always been passionate about helping people discover their strengths and heal from life’s challenges. Working with children, adolescents, adults, and families from diverse communities has strengthened my commitment to providing trauma-informed, culturally responsive care that empowers lasting growth and resilience. My goals for you I work collaboratively with clients to create realistic, personalized goals that reflect what matters most to them. Using evidence-based interventions, I help clients develop practical coping skills, process difficult experiences, build confidence, and recognize progress throughout their healing journey.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

University of Phoenix, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1912667213

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with La Viola Ward?

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Is La Viola Ward accepting new patients?

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What practice does La Viola Ward work with?

La Viola Ward works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see La Viola Ward?

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