Luisana Cortez, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Luisana Cortez

Focus areas

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Stress

Work-Related Counseling

Depression

Women's Issues Therapy

Life Coaching

Women's Mental Health Issues

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Strength-Based

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Luisana Cortez

Hi there, I'm Luisana! Hi there! I am so glad that you chose to come and see how I can help you. I am focused on providing services to clients who are struggling with depression and anxiety. My approach is simple: a warm, friendly, judgment-free zone. Sometimes talking to people can be overwhelming due to the fear of being judged. I focus on zoning in on your strengths and helping you enhance and achieve your goals, while addressing your symptoms. So, the first steps were to come online, search for a provider that you are willing to be vulnerable with, and now you just need to decide and click on a provider. I hope that you click the button to work with me. My approach I use a strength-based approach to addressing your concerns. As mentioned, I work based on the skills you already have and help you enhance them. Due to my background, I utilize motivational interviewing techniques, which can be helpful when you have struggles with indecisiveness or when you have been contemplating changing patterns and behaviors. I sometimes also will lean on problem-solving techniques and cognitive behavior therapy strategies to help with the negative thought processes. My focus My primary focus is to work with adults ( ages 18 and older) who have had issues with depression and anxiety. I work with clients who would like help with life transitions, grief, establishing boundaries, building on their own strengths, and enhancing them, or creating more coping skills that will be more effective. My communication style I believe in clear, open, and honest communication. I practice active listening skills, and I try to help clients achieve active listening skills as well. I am an empathetic listener who will listen if you need a space to be held in, and I will also be a provider who will help you work through your thoughts and beliefs.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1740605039

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Luisana Cortez?

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Is Luisana Cortez accepting new patients?

Luisana Cortez generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Luisana Cortez's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Luisana Cortez accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Luisana Cortez online?

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What practice does Luisana Cortez work with?

Luisana Cortez works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see Luisana Cortez?

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