Loretta Showalter, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Loretta Showalter

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Behavioral Therapy

Stress

Anger Management

Childhood Trauma

Stress Management

Anxiety

Codependency

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Emotionally Focused

Attachment-based

Gestalt

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx, White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Loretta Showalter

Hi there, I'm Loretta! Life can be challenging causing us to feel stressed, anxious, and/or depressed at times. This may lead to the over use of substances or create strains on our relationships. We can explore solutions together, build coping skills, and learn to set healthy boundaries all within a safe and supportive environment. My focus I have over 30 years of experience helping people through great deals of stress, anxiety, and/or depression. This can be due to life transitions, childhood trauma, situational trauma, work stress, relationship strains, and substance use/abuse. I start where you are, move with you at your pace, while providing a few gentle nudges along the way. My approach My heart is in the game 100%. Some of the ways we can grow and change are through Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Radical Acceptance, Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I have a wide variety of skills, exercises, and techniques to draw from. I look forward to sharing them with you. My communication style I am warm, compassionate, and believe in the inherent good in humans. I am a great listener and will tell you the truth. As you get to know me, you may notice I can be humorous, protective, straightforward, and always on your team. As I said earlier, my heart is in the game 100%. Put me in coach; I'm ready to play! My journey to mental healthcare I began my career 35 years ago. I have worked primarily in mental health, child welfare, and addiction medicine. Clients asked if I got into my chosen field to help people, but I actually love connecting with people. I believe you truly know yourself; with a little support and a few of those gentle nudges from me, you will connect to that person. My goals for you We will work collaboratively on the goals prioritized by you. By talking about the past, at times, we can see how it affects our here and now.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Internet Addiction

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Internet Addiction

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. South

Education and training

California State University Long Beach, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1518388248

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What practice does Loretta Showalter work with?

Loretta Showalter works with Rula Health - L.A. South.

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