Vernon Silva, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.50

“I like his kindness his truthfulness his honesty and sincerity. Very good listener as well. Made me feel comfortable and able to talk about whatever I felt and very patient.”

Less than 1 month ago

“Vernon has been an excellent provider of talk therapy for me for the past few years. With his help, I‚Äôve established strong coping strategies and better methods to manage my emotions. He has also always just provided me with a safe space to share and think through my feelings and thoughts aloud, vent out frustrations in a productive manner, and generally be vulnerable. I have really appreciated our relationship the past few years and really recommend him.”

Less than 1 month ago

About Vernon Silva

Focus areas

Anxiety

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Self Esteem Issues

Depression

Stress

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Compassion Focused

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Strength-Based

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Vernon Silva

My specialty is Active Listening. I listen to You. I ask You a question and then I listen to your response. Come to a safe space where You can express yourself and get it all out. And I will be there for You providing support and validation. My specialty is Coping Skills. We collaborate together to add comfort, more meaning, stress relief, and clearer purpose in basic and simple steps. Come partner to address life stressors, low spirits and motivation, and loss and grief. My specialty is Decision Making. I provide education and guidance with organizing and prioritizing what is important, with defining and facing your challenges, and with reaching towards the solutions. Come develop tools together to construct a path towards reason, empowerment, and self-acceptance. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from the University of California, Los Angeles, which informs my compassionate and collaborative approach to care.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Stress Management

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

Education and training

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

NPI number

1699345280

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.50

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He puts you at ease, easy to talk to, patient, a good listener, approachable.

More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

Vernon is very easy to work with, he is knowledgable and insightful.

More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

Based on my first session, I think I have a good match.

More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

I like his kindness his truthfulness his honesty and sincerity. Very good listener as well. Made me feel comfortable and able to talk about whatever I felt and very patient.

Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

Vernon has been an excellent provider of talk therapy for me for the past few years. With his help, I‚Äôve established strong coping strategies and better methods to manage my emotions. He has also always just provided me with a safe space to share and think through my feelings and thoughts aloud, vent out frustrations in a productive manner, and generally be vulnerable. I have really appreciated our relationship the past few years and really recommend him.

Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

Vernon is great!

Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

Vernon has been a great match for me. He does a great job of looping back on prior topics and connecting the dots for me. Always compassionate and open to new ideas and thoughts.

Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

To be completely honest, my husband‚Äôs the one who actually found Vernon for me and what a godsend this was. I absolutely cannot wait to see Vernon when I have sessions booked with him. He ABSOLUTELY gets me and I love how he can calm me down just by his speech and annunciations. Vernon has been working with me for a little over a year and he‚Äôs one of the best things that‚Äôs ever happened to me here in the past two years. Thank you Vernon for all that you do and for your care and passion. Cheers!

Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

Vernon has been a great therapist by working alongside me in creating a treatment plan for my bipolar disorder. He is validating in my feelings and experiences. He monitors my moods and provides coping skills that work specifically for me, not just some blanket statements. I’ve experienced both high and lows with my mood disorder and Vernon has been integral in keeping me grounded and pushing forward.

More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

Vernon is a very thoughtful, empathetic therapist. He clearly takes the time to listen and offer insight and advice as needed. He has been a great resource and sounding board.

More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Vernon Silva?

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Is Vernon Silva accepting new patients?

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Does Vernon Silva accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Vernon Silva online?

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What practice does Vernon Silva work with?

Vernon Silva works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Vernon Silva?

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