What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.91
“When working with this therapist I feel understood and acknowledged. She takes the time to listen relate and find helpful tips and solutions(if possible).”
More than 1 year ago
About Lauresha Zinatae
Focus areas
Anxiety
Relationship Struggles
Stress Management
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Identity
Gender
FemaleFaith
ChristianEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Lauresha Zinatae
"Healing may not be so much about getting better, as about letting go of everything that isn't you – all of the expectations, all of the beliefs – and becoming who you are."
- Rachel Naomi Remen
Hello!
I am Lauresha Hawkins, LCSW, MSW, MPH. I am the CE0 and Founder of Mental Wellness University, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Inc., which is located in California. I am licensed in the state of California and Alaska. I am independently contracted with Grow Therapy.
With trust and rapport as the foundation of our therapeutic alliance, my approach is eclectic in style and based on meeting the unique needs of who I serve. Possessing a passion for serving and inspiring people from all walks of life, I have experience working with individuals who have challenges with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, substance abuse, and perinatal mental health disorders.
I have 14 years of experience in the field of social worker, where 8 of those years have been as a mental health professional in many work settings, like residential therapeutic treatment facilities, behavioral health outpatient clinic, and inpatient psychiatric hospital settings. Further, working with a trauma-informed lens, guides my passionate commitment to serving disadvantaged youth, adults, and mature adults, including vulnerable and at-risk populations such as our LGBTQIA+ and dual-diagnoses.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Seeking therapy can be one of the most difficult acts of acceptance and commitment when meeting the needs of your mind, body, and spirit. I aspire to partner with you to identify the goals you want to accomplish. I prioritize utilizing compassion while providing psycho-education and modeling evidence-based practice skills that could assist you with navigating through your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to provide a safe place to grow toward healing.
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Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1972936185
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I have really enjoyed my experience, and I am seeing good results every week.
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I’ve only had a few sessions and she’s already helped so much
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When working with this therapist I feel understood and acknowledged. She takes the time to listen relate and find helpful tips and solutions(if possible).
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Is Lauresha Zinatae accepting new patients?
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What practice does Lauresha Zinatae work with?
Lauresha Zinatae works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Lauresha Zinatae?
Lauresha Zinatae frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Lauresha Zinatae on their profile.
What languages does Lauresha Zinatae speak?
Lauresha Zinatae speaks English.