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Monique Castro

LMFT Indigenous Circle of Wellness
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Couples Counseling, Trauma, Adjustment Disorder,
Insurance: Lyra, Kaiser Permanente, Blue Shield

Introduction

Monique Castro is a citizen of the Diné (Navajo) Nation and Xicana, born and raised on the ancestral homelands of the Tongva People (aka Los Angeles). She is a mom, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Lic# 104427), certified professional coach, consultant, facilitator, and advocate with over 16 years of professional experience in health, wellness, community organizing, and education. Her approach centers an Indigenous worldview and core values. She is a collaborative and relational leader with an exceptional track record of building and maintaining sustainable relationships with Native-led organizations, Tribes, higher education institutions, and community members throughout California and nationally. Her leadership includes establishing the California Native Vote Project (co-founder), So'oh-Shinálí Sister Project (co-founder), and Indigenous Circle of Wellness (founder and CEO), a thriving psychotherapy private practice located in Southeast Los Angeles. Monique earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from California State University of Los Angeles (CSULA) and a Master of Science degree in Counseling Psychology from Mount Saint Mary’s University (MSMU) and is clinically trained in Relational Gestalt Therapy, EMDR, and other holistic approaches to wellness.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Native American/Indigenous

Highlights

  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LMFT #104427 (CA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups
  • Classes
  • Coaching

Communities

  • Indigenous
  • Native American
  • Two Spirit
  • LGBTQIA+

Age groups

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

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Multi-Faith

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Monique Castro accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Lyra
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Blue Shield

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Initial Consultation - No Charge $0
  • Diagnostic Assessment $175
  • Psychotherapy, 30 min $87.5
  • Psychotherapy, 60 min $175

Locations

Office Commerce
Commerce, CA 90040-4019
Phone Appointment
Commerce, CA 90040-4016
Video Appointment - 10

Frequently asked questions

Is Monique Castro accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Monique Castro is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Monique Castro offer telehealth appointments? Monique Castro does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Monique Castro specialize in? Monique Castro specializes in the following areas: Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety, Blended Families, Career Counseling, Coping Skills, Couples Counseling, Depression, Family Conflict, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Parenting, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Relationship Issues, Trauma, and Burnout.

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