Carlos Velasco, LPCC
About me
Life moves fast, and major transitions whether in your career, relationships, or personal identity often bring unexpected stress, self-doubt, and anxiety. I work with adults who want to move past feeling overwhelmed and step into a more grounded, confident version of themselves.
I view therapy as a dynamic partnership. My style is direct yet empathetic, providing a safe space to unpack complex challenges without judgment. Together, we will examine patterns that may no longer be serving you, strengthen communication and coping tools, and build a clear path forward. If you are ready to optimize your mental well-being, navigate a major shift, or simply gain fresh perspective, I am here to support your journey
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Languages
License information
CA LPCC 5800
Reviews
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I feel like he has experience and is able to deliver hard truths in a way that is easier to accept
Written on Aug 25, 2026 after therapy with Carlos for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd