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Brenda Santillan

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist balanced souls therapeutic services
Available this week
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder,

Introduction

Hi there, I'm Brenda! My name is Brenda Santillan and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist based in Los Angeles, CA, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults ages 18-60 and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, and lgbtqia+ issues using person-centered, trauma-informed psychotherapy to assist clients in healing. My approach As a therapist, my approach varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use more personal-centered, psychodynamic as modalities to help me understand a client's point of view. My focus I typically work with young adults ages and adults (ages 18-60) dealing with family concerns, depression, anxiety, trauma, developmental concerns, lgbtqia+, communication concerns, religious trauma, and or self-harm. I work to help my clients navigate their current stressors and develop new forms of coping. My communication style My communication style is calm, accommodating, and personable. I want clients to feel comfortable which may even mean some swear words here and there. As we meet the style of communication will be shaped in the best way that fits clients. My journey to mental healthcare My work as a therapist is centered on providing a positive experience that is tailored to your current needs and stressors. I work from the perspective of helping the individual living within the community. What that means is I look at the collective of events, and stressors that may be impacting you (work, school, family, racism, sexism, culture) to better increase your strengths to manage those stressors. My goal is not to “fix” you, but rather shine the light on the strengths you already own. I see myself not as your teacher, but as an advocate to help increase your self-understanding to get you back to feeling balanced. My goals for you As a team, I work with clients to identify the goals that they would like to achieve in this chapter of their therapy. My first session with you My first session will feel a little different from other sessions. In the first one, we spend time getting to know each other, and I may ask you questions regarding your life. The first session is all about building connections to set a positive experience.

PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Hispanic/Latinx

Highlights

  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Licenses

  • LMFT #129832 (CA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Communities

  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • Feminism
  • Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual
  • LGBTQIA+

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • Spanish

Payment options

Pay with insurance

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Pay out-of-pocket

  • INDIVIDUAL SESSION $100

Locations

Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Brenda Santillan accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Brenda Santillan is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Brenda Santillan offer telehealth appointments? Brenda Santillan does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Brenda Santillan specialize in? Brenda Santillan specializes in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Caregiver Issues, Depression, Domestic Violence, Gender Identity, Grief, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Parenting, Social Anxiety, Stress, Transgender Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues, Work Stress, and Burnout.

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