Margarita Velosa, MSW, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Margarita Velosa

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Margarita Velosa

Margarita Velosa, LCSW, is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with a focus on fostering meaningful and lasting change. Serving patients across California, she specializes in providing compassionate care for adults and seniors, offering a wide range of therapeutic services tailored to address each client’s unique needs. Whether supporting individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, or substance use, or guiding couples through relational challenges, Margarita creates a supportive environment to promote healing, growth, and connection. Margarita is particularly passionate about addressing relationship dynamics, anxiety, and women’s issues, including midlife and postpartum transitions. Her approach is rooted in understanding the intricate emotional and psychological factors that affect interpersonal relationships, enabling clients to build stronger and more fulfilling connections. Additionally, she provides specialized support for women facing reproductive challenges, life transitions, and the emotional complexities of postpartum depression and anxiety. With a focus on empowering her clients, she blends evidence-based techniques with a warm, empathetic approach. Drawing from extensive expertise, Margarita employs therapeutic methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Couples/Marital Counseling. She also incorporates health and wellness principles into her practice, emphasizing the connection between physical and mental well-being. Her work extends to diverse populations, including first responders, military veterans, and LGBTQ+ individuals, ensuring inclusive and culturally sensitive care. Margarita also has additional expertise in treating PTSD and trauma, grief, and challenges related to medical conditions and health psychology.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Southern California- 2

Education and training

Adelphi University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1679992309

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Margarita Velosa?

Generally, Margarita Velosa has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Margarita Velosa's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Margarita Velosa accepting new patients?

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

Does Margarita Velosa accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Margarita Velosa online?

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What practice does Margarita Velosa work with?

Margarita Velosa works with LifeStance Health - Southern California- 2.

What are common reasons for patients to see Margarita Velosa?

Margarita Velosa frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Margarita Velosa on their profile.