Greetings Fellow Human!
I am Simone, an open-minded, down-to-earth LSCW in California. I hold deep principles in treating people with respect, sensitivity and compassion regardless of ethnicity, identity, or beliefs. I have over 15 years of professional work experience assisting individuals, young and old, with life's difficulties and am easy to talk with. I keep a smaller caseload to better serve my individual clients.
I earned my AA Degree in Business at 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 (concentration in mental health) also from Indiana University.
I identify as a TreeHugger.
It takes courage to seek out help; but you are taking your first steps toward a better life. I am here to support and empower you in your journey.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Anger management, Compassion fatigue, Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Immigration issues, Infidelity, Jealousy, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Social anxiety and phobia, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
CA LCSW 68347
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Simone Ferreira. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Simone is compassionate, and a very good listener. She also has a toolbox of helpful suggestions for just about anything that is concerning to me. I feel very positive about working with her.
Written on Nov 20, 2025 after therapy with Simone for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, and compassion fatigue