he/him
Ernan Alfaro
LCSW
Virtual, California
Insurances Accepted:
Anthem Blue Cross Of CA, Health Net/MHN, Aetna, Cigna/EverNorth, Blue Shield of California
Focus areas:
Anger Issues, Anxiety, Autism, Bipolar Disorder, Body Image, Burnout, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Grief, IPV/DV, Immigration, Life Transitions, Men’s Issues, Relationship Concerns, Religious Trauma, Self-Harm, Sexual Assault/Sexual Abuse, Stress, Substance Use, Workplace Stress
I provide a safe space for individuals to discuss their deepest issues.
License number
#103126
Therapy style
I find that the most effective way is to approach everyone in an authentic, strength-based, nonjudgmental balanced approach in order to meet the individual where they are in their stage of healing. I provide a safe space for individuals to discuss their deepest issues in order to help them process, identify, and cope with past traumas or issues they have been dealing with. Doing so gives them another perspective and provides another route to their healing journey. I truly believe that there is no set way to healing. My goal is to help you find your way to a journey of self-love, healing, and learning the other side of yourself that you seek.
Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Education
MSW - Social Work, California State University, Los Angeles
Interests
My interests outside of work include exercising: running, boxing, and basketball. I love being outside and in nature which is why I enjoy hiking, golfing, and sailing. In addition, I enjoy reading and engaging in spiritual practices.