About Me
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Ashley Tapia, LCSW
Bienvenidos! My name is Ashley Tapia, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a passion for helping children and families navigate life's challenges. I am a first generation Mexican American and am bilingual in English and Spanish.
I earned my Master of Social Work degree from California State University, Long Beach (CSULB), where I developed a strong foundation in clinical social work practice. With over four years of clinical experience, I have worked extensively with children and families in various settings, including child welfare agencies. Throughout my career, I have specialized in navigating trauma in children, understanding family systems dynamics, addressing behavioral difficulties, and providing support for individuals experiencing suicidal ideation, crisis situations, depression, and anxiety.
I am deeply committed to creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where clients feel empowered to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, with an emphasis on building resilience and promoting positive change.
In addition to my clinical work, I am dedicated to ongoing professional development and staying informed about the latest research and best practices in the field of social work. I am honored to walk alongside my clients on their journey toward healing, growth, and well-being.
¡Gracias por visitar mi página! Espero tener la oportunidad de trabajar juntos y ayudarlo a alcanzar sus metas de bienestar emocional y personal.
Services
Immigration Psychological Evaluations (Exceptional Hardship, Cancellation of Removal, U-Visa, T-Visa, Violence Against Women [VAWA], Asylum)
Individual Therapy for Children (ages 6-12)
Individual Therapy for Teens (ages 13-19)
Family Therapy
Specialties
Mood Disorders (Feelings of Emptiness & Depression)
Anxiety (Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Separation Anxiety & Social Anxiety Disorder)
Stress Management (Work & Relationships)
Adjustment Disorders (Grief/Loss, Coping with Work, Family, Life Transition)
Behavioral Difficulties (ADHD, Oppositional, Defiance)
Attachment Styles (Separation Anxiety)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Trauma Focused Treatment (TF-CBT)
Behavioral Therapy
Mindfulness (MBSR-T)
Strength Based Approach
Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)