Shanna Gonzales, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Shanna Gonzales

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Behavioral Problems

Panic Attack

Anger Management

Childhood Trauma

Relationship Struggles

Anxiety

Depression

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Intervention

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Emotionally Focused

Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Shanna Gonzales

My name is Shanna Gonzales, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Bakersfield, California, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I hold a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from the University of Phoenix. I work with adults and adolescents, specializing in stress, anxiety, trauma, and anger management. My approach My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help my clients start feeling better and set specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound goals. My focus I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for children, teens, and young adults who may be dealing with trauma, the challenges of life transitions, and social pressures such as anxiety, depression, grief, and stress. I work to help my clients build skills that allow them to feel better about themselves and develop a more positive outlook overall. My communication style My communication style is calm and personable. I want my clients to feel comfortable talking with me about anything, knowing they are not being judged. I always want my clients to be their authentic selves when working with me. My journey to therapy I decided to become a therapist when I began my career as a social worker working for Child Protective Services. I saw a huge need for children and families dealing with trauma and the help they need to overcome many obstacles. Through that work, I developed a desire to help others who may be struggling to understand or cope with mental health issues. My goals for you My approach to goal setting with clients is all about working together to set attainable goals and define what you want to accomplish in our time together. This starts by building trust and helping the client feel comfortable in therapy. Over time, we will monitor and track the progress of each goal.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Teen Violence

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. North

Education and training

University of Phoenix, Master's in Marriage and Family Counseling

NPI number

1508540311

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Shanna Gonzales work with?

Shanna Gonzales works with Rula Health - L.A. North.

What are common reasons for patients to see Shanna Gonzales?

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