- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Claudia
Claudia Santiago is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 12 years of experience. She works with people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life changes, and lists social anxiety among her focus areas.
She uses straightforward conversation to help people name what feels hard and to set small, practical goals. Sessions often include ways to notice unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. Claudia combines therapy methods that aim to change thinking patterns and strengthen coping skills.
Her background includes long-term work with clients who face attachment and relationship struggles, parenting strain, addiction concerns, and chronic illness. Claudia also supports people dealing with grief, compassion fatigue, and the emotional effects of trauma and abuse.
She draws from Client-Centered Therapy to follow each person's concerns, and from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to test beliefs and build new habits. Motivational Interviewing helps when people feel stuck about change, and Mindfulness Therapy is used to practice paying attention without judgment.
Claudia speaks English and Spanish and practices in California. She frames therapy as a team effort that mixes reflection with concrete steps. People who prefer clear guidance and practical exercises often find this approach helpful.
How Claudia uses common therapy methods online
Claudia draws from Client-Centered Therapy to listen closely and follow what matters most to the person. This approach focuses on understanding the client's viewpoint and shaping sessions around their priorities.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT is useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and patterns that keep problems going. Mindfulness Therapy is used to practice paying attention and reducing reactivity, which can help with stress and emotional regulation.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Claudia collaborates with clients to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences, adjusting plans as needs change. This makes sessions feel more practical and targeted.
Session formats are not specified here, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also let people use phone or video choices to match their comfort with being on camera. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to suit remote sessions and day-to-day life.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, addictions, relationship and family issues, sleeping problems, parenting strain, anger, bipolar mood concerns, ADHD, and related difficulties.
What is her therapy style?
Her approach is collaborative and client-centered, blending conversation with practical tools from cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based approaches.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California and provides services from that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can I have sessions when I travel or live outside the US?
She does not accept international clients, so confirm your location before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.