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Compasivamente curando heridas emocionales

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Meet Ariel Escobedo, LCSW

Ariel Escobedo, LCSW, is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to supporting clients across California. With a compassionate and inclusive approach, Ariel works with adults, couples, and families seeking to improve their mental health and relationships.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by stress, navigating anxiety, or facing challenges at home or work, Ariel offers a safe and welcoming space where you can feel understood and empowered. His practice is affirming of all cultures, identities, genders, faiths, and life experiences.

Ariel takes a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy. Drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS) and other integrative modalities, he helps clients explore how past experiences shape the present, build emotional insight, and develop effective coping strategies—like mindfulness—to navigate life’s ups and downs.

Ariel holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California (USC) and a Bachelor’s degree in Social Welfare from California State University, Northridge (CSUN). He brings extensive experience working with diverse populations and is passionate about helping people cultivate resilience, balance, and deeper connections.

Ready to take the next step? Schedule a consultation with Ariel today and begin your journey toward greater well-being and self-understanding.

Conoce a Ariel Escobedo, LCSW

Ariel Escobedo, LCSW, es un trabajador social clínico licenciado, bilingüe en inglés y español, dedicado a apoyar a personas, parejas y familias en todo California. Con una forma de trabajar amable e incluyente, Ariel acompaña a quienes buscan mejorar su salud mental, sus relaciones y su bienestar emocional.

Si te sientes abrumado por el estrés, estás pasando por ansiedad o enfrentas dificultades en casa o en el trabajo, Ariel te ofrece un espacio seguro donde puedes expresarte libremente y sentirte escuchado sin juicio. Su práctica es respetuosa de todas las culturas, identidades, géneros, creencias y trayectorias de vida.

Su estilo terapéutico es colaborativo: tú llevas el timón de tu proceso, y él te acompaña con herramientas como el modelo de Sistemas de la Familia Interna (IFS) y otros enfoques integrativos. Juntos pueden explorar cómo tus experiencias pasadas influyen en tu presente, comprender mejor tus emociones y aprender formas prácticas —como la atención plena (mindfulness)— para afrontar los desafíos de la vida con mayor claridad y calma.

Ariel obtuvo su Maestría en Trabajo Social en la Universidad del Sur de California (USC) y su Licenciatura en Trabajo Social en la Universidad Estatal de California, Northridge (CSUN). Tiene una amplia trayectoria trabajando con comunidades diversas, y le apasiona ayudar a las personas a encontrar equilibrio, fortaleza y relaciones más profundas.

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Education

University of Southern California

Master of Social Work

May 10, 2002

California State University, Northridge

Bachelor of Arts in Social Welfare

1997

Accepted Insurance Plans

ACCEPTED HEALTH PLANS

MEDICARE

United Healthcare UHC | UBH
Health Net
MHN

Cigna
Anthem
Blue Shield
Carelon
EAP: Aetna
EAP: Optum
EAP: Cigna

Aetna
Meritain
Nippon
Allied Benefit Systems
GEHA - United Healthcare Shared Services (UHSS)
Trustmark
Trustmark Small Business Benefits
Health Scope
Christian Brothers Services

Optum
UnitedHealthcare
United Healthcare Shared Services (UHSS)
GEHA - UnitedHealthcare Shared Services (UHSS)
UnitedHealthcare Global
UnitedHealthcare Exchange Plans (ONEX)
Oscar
Harvard Pilgrim
Oxford
UHC Student Resources
UMR
All Savers (UHC)
Health Plans Inc
Surest (Formerly Bind)*

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Planes de seguro aceptados

MEDICARE

United Healthcare UHC | UBH
Health Net
MHN

Cigna
Anthem
Blue Shield
Carelon
EAP: Aetna
EAP: Optum
EAP: Cigna

Aetna
Meritain
Nippon
Allied Benefit Systems
GEHA - United Healthcare Shared Services (UHSS)
Trustmark
Trustmark Small Business Benefits
Health Scope
Christian Brothers Services

Optum
UnitedHealthcare
United Healthcare Shared Services (UHSS)
GEHA - UnitedHealthcare Shared Services (UHSS)
UnitedHealthcare Global
UnitedHealthcare Exchange Plans (ONEX)
Oscar
Harvard Pilgrim
Oxford
UHC Student Resources
UMR
All Savers (UHC)
Health Plans Inc
Surest (Formerly Bind)*

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Privacy Practices ~ Prácticas de privacidad

Notice of Privacy ~ Aviso de Privacidad

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No Surprise Act ~ Ley Federal Sin Sorpresas

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of what your services may cost.

Tiene derecho a recibir una estimación de buena fe de lo que pueden costar sus servicios.

No Surprise Act

Therapy never includes sexual behaviors

Professional psychotherapy never includes sex. It also never includes verbal sexual advances or other sexual contact or behavior. Sexual contact of any kind between a therapist and a patient is unethical and illegal in the state of California.

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South Gator Basketball Club

The South Gator Basketball Club is committed to helping children, youth, women, and families in underfunded and underserved communities. We aim to foster a sense of community through basketball, build mental resilience, and inspire aspirations for higher education. To achieve this, we provide athletic skills development, mental skills training, mentorship, scholarships for higher education or professional training, and exposure to enrichment activities that broaden their horizons.

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TRIBE by South Gator Basketball Club

TRIBE (Together • Rising • Infinitely • Boldly • Endlessly): A Multicultural Women and Youth Empowerment Initiative by South Gator Basketball Club

At the heart of TRIBE is our commitment to elevating the lives of women and youth in Southern California and beyond. We achieve this through high-quality basketball training coupled with various enriching programs. Our offerings include dynamic conferences, interactive workshops, engaging camps, thought-provoking symposiums, forums, and panel discussions. Additionally, we provide a rich tapestry of cultural and arts experiences. Our goal is not just to develop athletic skills, but to foster a holistic growth that transcends sports, nurturing strong, empowered individuals in our community.

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Compassionately healing emotional wounds