Simone Ferreira, LCSW

Simone Ferreira is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California. She brings 15 years of clinical experience and a calm, down-to-earth manner that makes it easier to talk about hard things. She emphasizes respect and sensitivity for people of different backgrounds and identities. Simone keeps a smaller caseload so each person receives attentive care.

Simone uses straightforward approaches to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and life changes. She often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. She also uses Motivational Interviewing to support people who feel stuck and Solution-Focused Therapy to set clear goals and build on small successes.

Her background includes a Master of Social Work with a concentration in mental health from Indiana University. Earlier studies include a Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Sciences with a Certificate in Women and Gender Studies, and an Associate of Arts in Business. That training informs an approach that balances practical skills with attention to identity and culture.

Simone helps people cope with trauma and abuse, anger, compassion fatigue, and relationship wounds such as infidelity and jealousy. She also supports those navigating immigration challenges, financial stress, blended family issues, aging concerns, and the effects of disaster.

Her sessions are geared toward clear, achievable steps. Simone works collaboratively to build coping tools, manage symptoms like panic or seasonal mood shifts, and restore routine after loss or disruption. She encourages courage and steady progress one step at a time.

How Simone's Approaches Work Online

Simone uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to guide online sessions in a concrete way. CBT helps identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors, which can be practiced between meetings. Motivational Interviewing supports people who feel stuck by clarifying values and building small, sustainable steps toward change.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Simone will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then tailor methods that fit their situation. She treats this as a partnership where the client helps shape what is tried and when adjustments are needed.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow short check-ins when schedules are tight. It also lets people continue care after disruptions such as moves or local emergencies. Simone focuses on practical tools and goal setting so therapy can be useful even when life is busy.