Esencia
Counseling
Natalia Estrada, LCSW
Welcome to Esencia. My name is Natalia Estrada, I am a psychotherapist, licensed clinical social worker in the State of California. I currently offer individual and couples therapy to adults that reside in the state of California.
Who is Natalia?
I am a proud Colombian cis gender heterosexual woman, living in the United Sates for 14 years. I am a forever admirer of life, humans, and our lovely planet.
Before becoming a therapist, I got a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration (parents were paying for school, gratitude to them) and worked in variety of fields that contributed to myself discovery and the development of my passion. I am certain that my business background forged my approach to life with a sense of practicality, with attention to the details to maximize what is working, and to manage current resources to achieve goals, I strive to find solutions.
I always wanted to work in social services, little that I knew that in the United States social work was such a big field that would fulfill that desire. Working with fellow humans, holding hope for a better future is certainly a gift. I truthfully enjoy helping others to connect with their truest self, with their essence, to find answers within themselves, achieve peace, and happiness.
Esencia Counseling
Counseling, Psychotherapy, Coaching.
Esencia means essence, by definition the basic, real, and invariable nature of something or someone. In philosophy the inward nature, true substance, or constitution of anything, as opposed to what is accidental, phenomenal, illusory, etc.
I believe, in our essence is where our truest self rest, holding our answers, our dearest secrets, our true dreams, and it is my hope that in our work together you will reconnect, trust yourself to make the changes you want, to heal, and live a more fulfilling life.
My approach is warm and curious, free of shame and judgement. My priority is the therapeutic relationship which is charged with compassion and empathy. I provide a safe environment for both of us to find your path to change and healing.
I draw from a variety of theories, which is considered an eclectic practice, I see the person as a whole mind, body, and spirit.
Individual Therapy
This is the space created for you to explore and connect with your essence, sometimes life experiences and society's conditioning derails us from who we are and what we are to be. Here with well paced curiosity, practical tools and dedication, you and I will find your way to feel whole, complete, and excited to live life.
Couples Therapy
Here we focus on relationship, how to improve, heal and enjoy that connection with yourself and with your other(s). We will resource to knowledge from your uniqueness and your strengths, my clinical experience and training in sex therapy to ensure you find and maintain relationships that are fulfilling, exciting, and deliciously intimate.
Coaching
We focused in a specific goal, this is short-term, present or future oriented, interventions are more direct and straightforward, however empathetic and supportive. Depending on your needs we will focus on either techniques to alleviate stress, cope with specific challenges, skills to navigate upcoming transitions, and/or motivation to make more positive choices.
Contact Me
I am currently only offering online sessions via zoom to anyone residing in the state of California for therapy services. I offer coaching sessions worldwide with limitations (refer to my consent form).
I welcome you to reach out. I offer a free 15 minute consultation to determine if we are a good fit to embark on your journey towards achieving your desired goals. I also offer referrals if appropriate.
Tel: 628-207-9897