About Sergio
Sergio Ibanez uses a person-focused approach to help people manage stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma, and low self-esteem. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California and speaks English and Spanish. Sergio aims to make the first steps toward change feel manageable and respectful.
He spends sessions listening first and then building a plan with each person. That may include cognitive behavioral techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts, DBT skills for emotional regulation, or EMDR-style work for trauma memories.
How Sergio works
He adapts his methods based on the situation and the person's preferences. Sergio has seven years of professional experience working with depression, trauma and abuse, and people facing isolation or life transitions. He also focuses on issues such as abandonment, attachment struggles, body image, caregiver stress, communication problems, and challenges tied to immigration or HIV/AIDS.
His style is straightforward and compassionate. He helps people notice patterns, practice new ways of coping, and set small, doable goals. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish and can include conversations about men's issues, midlife concerns, or finding greater purpose.
People who feel stuck often begin with a short assessment and a few regular sessions to try different approaches. Sergio aims to tailor therapy so it fits each person's life and goals, and to support steady, practical progress over time.
Sergio lists 9 ways of working on the entry:
What Sergio works with
The areas below are the ones Sergio selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
Also listed
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Depression
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Immigration issues
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self esteem
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Training and background
| Register | LCSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 7 |
| Languages | English, Spanish |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | California |
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Online support options
Approaches that translate well to online therapy
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and building a plan together, which works well over video or phone because conversations remain the main tool for change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, uses clear steps to spot and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it adapts to online work through homework, short skill drills, and structured conversation. EMDR is a trauma-focused method that can be adapted for remote sessions by using guided eye movements or other bilateral stimulation alongside careful preparation and pacing.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with the person to pick methods that match their goals, comfort level, and life demands. That may mean starting with talk-based client-centered work, adding CBT skills, or introducing EMDR elements when the person is ready.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls support deeper conversation and nonverbal cues. Phone sessions work when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging let people check in between sessions, use shorter reflections, or schedule brief updates that fit around work or caregiving duties.
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