Giselle Jarvis , LCSW

Giselle Jarvis pursued advanced studies in psychology and social work out of a long-standing interest in the brain and a commitment to helping people feel emotionally better. She holds an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and earned her clinical license in her home state of California. Working in both English and Spanish, she has developed a psychotherapy practice that spans a wide range of life stages and cultural backgrounds.

Over five years of professional experience have given her exposure to many clinical presentations, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, grief, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive tendencies, and mood disorders, as well as neurodevelopmental and cognitive conditions such as autism, Down syndrome, dementia, and Alzheimer’s. Her practice also addresses family problems, caregiver stress, immigration concerns, first responder issues, and other complex, co-occurring challenges.

Giselle integrates evidence-based techniques to help clients meet their goals. Her treatment toolkit includes mindfulness practices, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), behavioral activation, applied behavior analysis (ABA) for autism and Down syndrome, and music memory therapy. Known for a collaborative and culturally aware approach, she works with individuals and families to develop practical strategies for managing stress, building self-esteem, and navigating major life changes.