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
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
39+
I am an active participant in sessions by asking questions to fully understand who you are and how best to support you.
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.