Luis Navarro, LCSW
Practical, conversational therapy for midlife change
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- Warm and active style
- Goal focused
- Skill building
About Luis
His approach is warm and conversational. Sessions are practical and action-oriented. He asks questions, offers feedback, and helps people spot patterns that keep them stuck.
Luis uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to guide work on specific goals. He focuses on building skills that fit day-to-day life, such as coping tools for stress and steps to improve motivation.
He brings six years of clinical experience drawn from community mental health and medical social work. That background includes helping people with chronic illness, caregiver stress, and needs common in LGBTQIA+ communities.
In sessions he aims to balance support and momentum. Conversations move toward practical strategies you can try between meetings. The goal is steady progress toward the changes you want to make.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
How Luis Uses Practical Approaches Online
Luis uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors that can reduce anxiety and depression. CBT focuses on clear steps and small experiments to change how daily routines feel. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck or low on drive; it uses guided conversation to draw out personal reasons for change and build commitment. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on concrete goals and next steps, shifting attention toward what already works and how to expand it.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Luis will talk with you about goals and preferences, try methods that match your needs, and adjust plans based on what helps. He works alongside clients to set realistic steps and track progress toward those goals.
Confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, shorten commute time, and allow for quicker check-ins during work breaks. It also lets people practice strategies in everyday settings and bring real-life examples into sessions for immediate feedback.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist help with?
Luis works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and self-esteem concerns, and coping with life changes. He also addresses topics like ADHD, grief, trauma and abuse, career strain, and parenting challenges.
What is the therapeutic style like?
The style is warm, conversational, and practical. Sessions involve questions, feedback, and development of hands-on strategies to try between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He has six years of clinical experience, including community mental health and medical social work, and work with chronic illness and diverse cultural and LGBTQIA+ communities.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.