Therapist
Javier Zuniga
LCSW
Practical support for stress, trauma, and relationships
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- Bilingual English Spanish
- 26 years experience
- Strengths focused
About Javier
He views each person as the expert on their own life and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions are conversational and down to earth. Javier uses clear language and practical ideas so clients can try new ways of coping between sessions.
In practice he draws on work from attachment-based and client-centered perspectives to strengthen how people relate to themselves and others. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and EMDR-informed methods when trauma memories are involved. Javier adapts his approach to what a person needs in the moment rather than following a single script.
Families, relationships, and identity concerns are addressed in ways that focus on individual goals and choices. He has a history supporting multicultural needs and first responder issues, and he is comfortable working with LGBT and multilingual clients.
Javier encourages small, steady steps toward change. He respects a person’s pace and helps set realistic goals. The aim is to reduce immediate distress and build skills that last beyond sessions.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
26+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English, Spanish
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How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Attachment-based work focuses on patterns in relationships and how those patterns affect feelings and behavior; online sessions can use talk and reflection to notice those patterns and practice new ways of connecting. Client-centered therapy emphasizes the person's own goals and pace, offering a respectful space to be heard and to set small, achievable steps for change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, and online sessions can include simple exercises and homework to try between meetings.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative task. The therapist will discuss what feels useful and try methods that match the client's goals and comfort level. If something doesn't fit, adjustments are made together rather than sticking with one method.
Confirm current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. They also let people work in the language they prefer, such as English or Spanish, and make follow-up between sessions smoother. The focus is on practical work that can be applied day to day, while the therapist and client agree on what works best for scheduling and session length.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Javier typically address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting and anger concerns, ADHD, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, mood disorders, and related challenges including intellectual disability.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is conversational and strengths focused. He centers the client's experience and offers practical tools to try between sessions.
What kind of background does he bring to therapy?
He has 26 years of professional experience and has worked with people in many life stages and situations.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds an LCSW license in California and practices as a licensed clinical social worker in that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any regional details during the intake process.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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