Lanz Banes, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Lanz Banes

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Domestic Violence

Stress Management

Behavioral Therapy

Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Attachment-based

Motivational Interviewing

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Asian

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Lanz Banes

Hi there, I'm Lanz! You do not need to struggle alone. Whether dealing with grief, anxiety, depression, trauma or navigating an inhospitable world, you have the power to change your reality and take control of your own story. Let's figure out how — together. My focus I work with teenagers and adults, especially in the LGBTQ+ community, and help them navigate disconnection, grief, anxiety and depression through a trauma-informed social justice lens. Together, the goal is to overcome barriers and reconnect clients with their hopes, dreams and sense of self. My approach There is great power in storytelling, and I tend to invite clients to explore their stories within a Narrative Therapy framework. However, it is important that I am adaptable to your needs, and I often incorporate other methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness and acceptance techniques. My communication style I rarely take myself too seriously even though I take our work together very seriously. My big focus is building a strong relationship with you, and I usually come across warm, welcoming and empathetic. I am also known to use humor as appropriate with clients as we develop our trust together. My journey to mental healthcare As a former newspaper reporter, I spent my early career listening to and writing about people's stories. It's how I came to realize that there is so much healing available in storytelling, and I wanted to help people regain control of their narratives. So I went back to school and became a social worker, researcher and therapist. My goals for you Collaboration and transparency are hallmarks of my practice, so therapeutic goals are always developed together and never forced upon you. Goals can also shift and evolve as our work changes.

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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. North

Education and training

Tulane University, Doctor of Social Work
University of California, Berkeley, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1952047011

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Lanz Banes work with?

Lanz Banes works with Rula Health - L.A. North.

What are common reasons for patients to see Lanz Banes?

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