Sylvia Anderson, APCC, CA | Psychotherapist

About Sylvia Anderson

Focus areas

Anxiety

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Depression

Sleep Problems

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Teenagers (13-17)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Seniors (65+)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Dialectical (DBT)

Narrative

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Sylvia Anderson

Sylvia Anderson is an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor currently working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Their CA license number is 15620, and their current employer is Foresight Mental Health. Positive experiences with mental health care, both personally and through seeing its impact on those around me, inspired me to become a therapist. I value how it can meaningfully improve functioning and overall well-being, especially during times when people feel stuck or in need of additional support. This impact led me to pursue becoming a mental health therapist with the goal of providing that same support and guidance to others

What should a new client know about working with you?

My goal in helping clients is to support and empower them through the journey of healing and growth. I believe in providing a warm, trusting, and non-judgmental space that offers unconditional support and positive regard, helping clients feel comfortable sharing their feelings and experiences. Given my bi-racial and multi-cultural background, I believe it is essential to understand and incorporate the multi-faceted nature of each client’s context and background in order to effectively support them in working toward their therapeutic goals.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

In session, I offer a warm, collaborative, and safe environment grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion for every client I work with. When appropriate, I incorporate humor and positivity, while also validating the challenge and difficult areas of life for clients. I focus on empowering my clients using approaches that integrate person-centered therapy, strengths-based therapy, humanistic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). I take an eclectic and flexible approach to best suit the needs of each client. My aim is to provide a space to explore and understand clients’ unique personalities and experiences so I can equip them with the tools needed for long-term growth, resilience, and improved well-being. A fun personal fact is that I grew up in a military family, which gave me the opportunity to spend much of my childhood living abroad, including in Japan and Germany. Later, my education and early adult life took me to New York and Boston, but I love California the most and call it home now. I also am an animal lover, I love seeing client pets!

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Initial session: $125 for 60 minutes

Ongoing session: $125 for 60 minutes

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Depression

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Agoraphobia

Depression

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Education and background

Practice names

Foresight Mental Health

Education and training

Northeastern University, Master's in Counseling Psychology

NPI number

1821713314

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Sylvia Anderson?

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Is Sylvia Anderson accepting new patients?

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

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Can I make an appointment with Sylvia Anderson online?

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What practice does Sylvia Anderson work with?

Sylvia Anderson works with Foresight Mental Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Sylvia Anderson?

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