Lidia Jara, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Lidia Jara

Focus areas

Adoption Counseling

Behavioral Therapy

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Anger Management

Codependency

Work-Related Counseling

Anxiety

Stress Management

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Motivational Interviewing

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Trauma Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Lidia Jara

Hi there, I'm Lidia! Welcome! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience supporting individuals and families through life's challenges. I believe that every person has the capacity to grow, heal & create meaningful change. Seeking therapy takes courage & my goal is to provide a safe & supportive space where you feel heard and respected. My focus I work especially well with adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, workplace stress or relationship challenges and are looking for practical tools to create change. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck or ready to invest in your emotional well-being, I'll meet you where you're at with compassion and encouragement. My approach My approach is warm, collaborative, practical & strengths-based. I believe that the foundation of successful therapy is the relationship we build together. Establishing trust & rapport is always my first priority because meaningful healing begins when you feel safe to be yourself. Together we'll develop strategies that create lasting change. My communication style My communication style is warm, approachable & grounded with an emphasis on creating emotional safety & connection. I am caring, nonjudgmental & genuinely invested in helping you feel understood & supported. I communicate in a way that feels real, relatable & easy to connect with. I focus on strengths & consistently highlight resilience & growth. My journey to mental healthcare My journey to becoming a therapist has shaped the way I connect with others. As a first-generation college graduate, I learned the value of hard work & perseverance. Balancing graduate school, parenting & life's responsibilities was one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences. It reinforced my belief that change is possible at any stage.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Parenting Counseling

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Parenting Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. North

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1891936332

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Lidia Jara work with?

Lidia Jara works with Rula Health - L.A. North.

What are common reasons for patients to see Lidia Jara?

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