About Aureen
Aureen Knauls is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship concerns, and depression. She writes simple, direct plans and talks through practical steps people can take. She aims to be respectful, sensitive, and compassionate in every session.
She has nine years of professional experience as an LCSW in California. Aureen focuses on helping clients cope with life changes and build confidence. She also pays attention to attachment issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, and self-love.
How Aureen works
In sessions she works with each person to tailor the conversation and plan to their needs. That means listening first, then setting small, manageable goals. She helps people practice new ways of handling stress and relationships so daily life feels easier.
Her approach is practical and paced to the individual. Conversations are straightforward and aimed at skill-building and clearer thinking. She supports people through change rather than offering one-size-fits-all advice.
People who come to Aureen typically want steady, empathetic support while they work on real-life concerns. She encourages honesty and patience in the therapeutic process. Her emphasis is on gradual progress and on helping people find more balance and confidence in their everyday lives.
What Aureen works with
The areas below are the ones Aureen selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
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Training and background
| Register | LCSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 9 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | California |
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Online support options
Approaches that guide online sessions
Aureen uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical work people can use between sessions. One common approach emphasizes skill-building for managing anxiety and stress through step-by-step coping strategies and simple behavior changes. This helps when daily worries or overwhelm get in the way of functioning.Another strand of her work targets relationship patterns and attachment issues by helping people notice interaction habits, practice new ways of communicating, and build more reliable emotional boundaries. That kind of work can reduce repeated conflicts and feelings of isolation.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Aureen will listen to goals, try methods that fit a person’s needs, and adjust the plan as progress is made. She aims to match techniques to what feels useful rather than imposing a single method.
Online therapy offers practical advantages for working with these methods. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for skills practice and role play. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or camera use is a problem. Live chat and text-based messaging support brief check-ins, homework prompts, and ongoing reminders between sessions. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into a busy life.
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