What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“I like that she listens to me and doesn‚Äôt pressure me to say or do things I don‚Äôt want to do. I also like that she‚Äôs a Christian and helps encourage me with scripture and His Word.”
Less than 1 month ago
“I like that she listens to me and doesn‚Äôt pressure me to say or do things I don‚Äôt want to do. I also like that she‚Äôs a Christian and helps encourage me with scripture and His Word.”
Less than 1 month ago
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)
Strength-Based
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleFaith
ChristianEthnicity
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
Education and training
- University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1740605039
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
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I like that she listens to me and doesn’t pressure me to say or do things I don’t want to do. I also like that she’s a Christian and helps encourage me with scripture and His Word.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
I like that she listens to me and doesn’t pressure me to say or do things I don’t want to do. I also like that she’s a Christian and helps encourage me with scripture and His Word.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
How soon can I make an appointment with Luisana Cortez?
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Is Luisana Cortez accepting new patients?
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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.
What languages does Luisana Cortez speak?
Luisana Cortez speaks English and Spanish.