Monica Basquez, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Monica Basquez

Focus areas

Anxiety

Mental Health Problem

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Depression

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Social Anxiety

Insomnia

Panic Attack

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Compassion Focused

Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Monica Basquez

Monica Basquez, LMFT, is a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 5 years of experience supporting individuals, children, and families through anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation, and life transitions. She earned her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from California Baptist University and has worked across a variety of settings—including outpatient clinics, schools, shelters, group homes, and community-based services. Monica specializes in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and self-harming behaviors using evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Trauma-Focused CBT. Her approach centers on helping clients explore their values, meaning, and purpose as a foundation for healing and lasting change. Monica is especially passionate about supporting veterans, survivors of trauma, and individuals navigating cultural identity or systemic challenges. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Monica creates a warm, inclusive, and empowering space for clients of all backgrounds. In her free time, she enjoys swimming, dancing, and spending quality time with her family. Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind, and Everyday Health among others. During your initial consultation we will craft a treatment plan personalized to your needs, and schedule follow-up appointments as needed.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Brightside Health

Education and training

California Baptist University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1356837173

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What practice does Monica Basquez work with?

Monica Basquez works with Brightside Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Monica Basquez?

Monica Basquez frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Monica Basquez on their profile.