she/her

Donna Cohen CretcherLCSW

Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

Anthem Blue Cross Of CA, Aetna, Health Net/MHN, Cigna/Evernorth, Blue Shield of California, Out of state BlueCard PPO

Communication Style

Action-oriented, Authentic, Direct, Engaging, Warm

Focus areas

Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Issues, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Chronic Illness, Couples Therapy, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict, Family Therapy, Grief, IPV/DV, Immigration, LGBTQ+, Life Transitions, OCD, Panic, Relationship Concerns, Self-Harm, Stress, Substance Use, Trauma, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress

Experienced with

BIPOC, Black community, Geriatric clients, Veterans, First responders, Immigrants, Blended families, LGBTQ+

Years of Experience

40+

I am an active participant in sessions by asking questions to fully understand who you are and how best to support you.

Donna Cohen Cretcher,

LCSW

License number

#11541

Therapy style

I believe life is a journey and everyone has their personal challenges. I enjoy the experience of understanding you and helping you. I am an active participant in sessions by asking questions to fully understand who you are and how best to support you. I individualize your treatment based on what you want, need and who you are. I see myself as a coach to support you in obtaining your goals and a sense of wellness in your life.

Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Harm Reduction
Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Motivational Interviewing
Psychodynamic
Solution-focused
Strengths-based

Languages Spoken

English

Education

BA - Psychology, University of California Irvine MSW - Social Work, San Diego State University

Interests

I am an avid exercise person. I love walking and working out at the gym. I try to do this daily. I have three adult children who I love to spend time with. My husband and I play Catun and I enjoy the nature of the game.