he/him
Machel Best
LCSW
Location
Virtual, California
Insurance Accepted
Anthem Blue Cross Of CA, Aetna, Health Net/MHN, Cigna/Evernorth, Blue Shield of California
Communication Style
Action-oriented, Challenging, Direct, Holistic, Instructive
Focus areas
Anger Issues, Anxiety, Caregiver Burnout, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, Men’s Issues, Panic, Phobias, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Workplace Stress
Experienced with
BIPOC, Black community, Parents, First responders, Immigrants, Students
Years of Experience
7+
My goal is to help people seeking to be the best version of themselves, better cope with symptoms, and/ or simply improve their life.
License number
#81086
Therapy style
I have experience working with the entire spectrum of mental health diagnosis. Issues can include anxiety, depression, trauma, culture and intersectionality struggles, interpersonal conflict, anger management struggles, and/ or mood disorders.
My theoretical base comes from a number of therapy types. This includes cognitive reframing & Dialectical Interventions such as emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. I also treat anxiety, depression, grief & complex traumas, help clients better manage impulsivity or anger, and assist clients through transitional phases in life. In conclusion, my goal is to help people seeking to be the best version of themselves, better cope with symptoms, and/ or simply improve their life.
Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Prolonged Exposure
Education
MSW - Social Work, California State University Dominguez Hills
Interests
I enjoy sports, hip hop, traveling, and financial literacy.