Simone Ferreira , LCSW

Simone Ferreira is an open-minded, down-to-earth LCSW practicing in California who approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker - a professional credential for clinicians who provide clinical mental health services. She emphasizes treating people with dignity regardless of ethnicity, identity, or beliefs and aims to create an environment that is easy to talk in.

With more than 15 years of professional experience, Simone has supported individuals across the lifespan as they navigate life’s difficulties. She intentionally keeps a smaller caseload so she can give focused attention to each person she sees, and she is known for a straightforward, empathetic style that helps people feel heard and understood.

Simone earned an AA Degree in Business from LBCC, a Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Sciences with a Certificate in Women and Gender Studies from Indiana University, and a Master of Social Work with a concentration in mental health from Indiana University. She identifies as a TreeHugger and believes seeking help takes courage; she aims to support and empower people as they take those first steps toward change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Simone draws from evidence-based methods to guide online sessions in a practical, goal-oriented way. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Motivational Interviewing focuses on strengthening a person’s own motivation and commitment to change by exploring ambivalence and building personal reasons for taking steps forward. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes finding strengths and practical steps, helping clients set achievable goals and notice what is already working.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Simone treats that choice as collaborative. She will work with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions happen - video calls, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to access support around work, caregiving, or other obligations. These options allow individuals to connect with licensed professionals and therapists from locations that suit their schedules while maintaining a consistent course of care.