Elizabeth Renteria , LCSW

LCSW specializing in trauma and anxiety

Bilingual English Spanish
Client centered care
Trauma and grief support

About Elizabeth Renteria

Elizabeth Renteria is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in both California and Oregon who brings a focused, practical approach to helping individuals and families navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, and life stressors. She holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Washington in Seattle and a Master’s in Counseling from the University of La Verne. With three years of clinical experience, she has worked with diverse concerns including grief, parenting and family issues, addictions, relationship challenges, self-esteem, career transitions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

Her practice centers on client-centered care that emphasizes collaborative problem solving and real-world strategies to enhance well-being. She combines strength-based, culturally relevant practices with cognitive-based therapies to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. Elizabeth also incorporates attachment-focused perspectives when addressing abandonment, attachment issues, family of origin dynamics, and related relational concerns.

Fluent in English and Spanish, she seeks to create a warm, respectful therapeutic relationship that supports growth and coping through life’s challenges. Her approach aims to meet people where they are and work alongside them to develop practical tools and insights for lasting change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse GriefParenting issuesDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Elizabeth Renteria have?

Elizabeth Renteria has three years of clinical experience.

Is Elizabeth Renteria a licensed therapist?

Yes. Elizabeth Renteria is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She holds LCSW licenses in Oregon (OR LCSW L5306) and California (CA LCSW 22752).

In which languages does Elizabeth Renteria provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Elizabeth Renteria located?

Elizabeth Renteria is located in California.

How can I work with Elizabeth Renteria as my therapist?

You can work with Elizabeth Renteria through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Elizabeth Renteria work with international clients?

Elizabeth Renteria does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Elizabeth Renteria cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Integrating Attachment, Client-Centered, and CBT Approaches Online

Elizabeth Renteria draws on attachment-based therapy to explore patterns of relating and early bonds, helping people understand how attachment and abandonment experiences influence current relationships and emotional responses. Client-centered therapy forms the heart of her approach, emphasizing empathy, active listening, and collaboration so that clients feel heard and involved in shaping goals and solutions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, stress, and coping challenges.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Elizabeth works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in this work. Sessions may take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to connect from home or during busy schedules. These options can make it easier to maintain consistency, access support around work or family responsibilities, and use therapy in a way that fits individual routines and needs.

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