Sonia Maldonado, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Sonia Maldonado

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Codependency

Relationship Struggles

Anxiety

Coping Mechanism Development

Work-Related Counseling

Behavioral Problems

Domestic Violence

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Sonia Maldonado

I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of California, Los Angeles. I have experience working with children and adults from diverse social and cultural backgrounds, using an empathic and nonjudgmental approach to create a safe space. I utilize a strengths-based, client-centered approach and employ a variety of treatment modalities tailored to each client’s needs. My current focus is supporting children and adults navigating difficult life transitions, anxiety, and depression. My approach centers on meeting clients where they are, with the client as the focus of every session. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify their strengths, build support systems, and challenge mental images that may trigger strong feelings or unfavorable reactions. I also incorporate Psychodynamic Therapy to explore past experiences, identify unhelpful patterns, and develop strategies to overcome negative feelings or behaviors. Throughout this process, I prioritize creating measurable action plans that align with clients’ therapy goals. My warm and easy-going style helps clients open up quickly and find solutions to the challenges they face. I am particularly interested in working with adults and teens experiencing challenging life transitions, relationship conflicts, self-esteem issues, women’s issues, stress, anxiety, and depression. My communication style is calm and welcoming. I understand that starting therapy can be difficult, so I strive to provide a smooth transition where clients feel comfortable and safe sharing their life experiences. I am honest and straightforward, and I empathize deeply with my clients to make our work together meaningful and successful.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Stress Management

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Central CA

Education and training

University of California, Los Angeles, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1558174144

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What practice does Sonia Maldonado work with?

Sonia Maldonado works with Rula Health - Central CA.

What are common reasons for patients to see Sonia Maldonado?

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