she/her
Minerva Torres
LCSW
Location
Virtual, California
Insurance Accepted
Anthem Blue Cross Of CA, Health Net/MHN, Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth, Blue Shield of California
Communication Style
Challenging, Direct, Engaging, Exploratory, Open-minded
Focus areas
Animal Loss, Anxiety, Caregiver Burnout, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict, Family Therapy, Grief, IPV/DV, Immigration, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Trauma, Workplace Stress
Experienced with
BIPOC, Black community, Parents, Immigrants, Students
Years of Experience
7+
My goal is to provide you with skills that you can take and maintain even after you complete your therapy journey with me.
License number
#78818
Therapy style
I strongly believe that you have what it takes to find the answers and solutions that work best for you. I am here to help guide you to find those answers and explore a different perspective. I take on an eclectic approach in my practice including Psychodynamic, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based all while offering different skills that can help navigate relationships and day-to-day stressors.
My goal is to provide you with skills that you can take and maintain even after you complete your therapy journey with me. Some of these skills can include, but are not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy skills, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills, communication, mindfulness, anxiety management, and relaxation skills. I have experience in working with all ages of life. My passion is working with young adults and adults, couples, and families. I specialize in the treatment of depression (including prenatal and postpartum), anxiety, trauma, addictions, interpersonal conflict, and life transitions.
Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Harm Reduction
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Education
BA - Social Work, California State University Long Beach
MA - Social Work, California State University Long Beach
Interests
I enjoy walks in the park and beach, travel and road trips when possible, and spending meaningful time with loved ones.