Veronica Loera, LCSW
(She/Her/Ella)
About Me
Hello-Hola! I'm Veronica (Vero) Licensed Clinical Social Worker first-Gen Latina, eldest daughter helping other anxious high achievers who have learned to be hyper-independent, but struggle feeling activated and then shut down under stress.
You may also be the first cycle breaker, college graduate, the first to work toward a dream, but don't know how to navigate the uncertainties of life which can make you feel stuck and unhappy. Together we identify the root of your over functioning/under functioning cycles, negative self-talk, and build adaptive tools so you can feel empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.
As an EMDR certified therapist, I help you build tools to feel safe enough in your nervous system first. Then we delve into your story to help create meaning and connection. EMDR therapy, has helped my clients decrease shame from past experiences, build adaptive tools to manage life in the present and confidence to know how to cope in the future.
I would love to connect and support you with your goals. I offer virtual therapy anywhere in California and accept some insurances and private pay.
Book a free 15-minute phone consultation. Agenda una consulta gratuita de 15 minutos. Hablo español.
Education & Experience
Education: MSW from California State University, Long Beach, Degree Conferred 2003
Experience: Currently running an independent private practice. 20 years + of experience working in the mental health field including non-profit organizations, outpatient community mental health, and in-patient psychiatric hospital setting.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
NASW member
EMDRIA member
EMDRIA Certified
EMDRIA Approved Consultant in Training
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Depression
- Family Issues
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
- Stress Management
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adults
- BIPOC
- Immigrants
Language
- English
- Spanish
Insurance
- Aetna
- Cigna
Carleon, Optum, CalVCB Victim Compensation