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I understand the unique challenges of navigating life as a minority, and I bring both personal experience and professional support...
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I understand the unique challenges of navigating life as a minority, and I bring both personal experience and professional support to create a safe, affirming space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered.
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 4 years of experience helping children, teens, adults, and families find healthy ways to cope, communicate, and thrive. I work with those navigating stress, anxiety, family transitions, cultural identity concerns, adjustment, depression, or relationship struggles. Many of my clients seek to manage overwhelming emotions, heal from past experiences, and build confidence. As a Christian and a minority, I bring a perspective grounded in faith, resilience, and cultural understanding, creating an affirming space for clients who value the integration of their beliefs in the healing process.
I earned my Master of Social Work from Widener University. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each client’s needs. I draw from evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and strength-based practices, while incorporating creative tools like play therapy and expressive activities.
I know that seeking support takes courage, and you don’t have to walk this path on your own. As a Christian, I believe in the power of hope, healing, and renewal, and I strive to create a space where faith and therapy can work hand in hand. If you’re ready to take the next step, it would be my honor to walk with you on this journey.
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As someone who has walked alongside individuals, couples, and families through trauma, loss, and life transitions, I bring an empa...
As someone who has walked alongside individuals, couples, and families through trauma, loss, and life transitions, I bring an empathetic and strengths-based approach that honors each person's unique story.
I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker with 4 years of experience supporting children, teens, adults, older adults, couples, and families through trauma, loss, and life transitions. My goal is to help clients strengthen resilience, restore connection, and achieve emotional well-being in a safe, compassionate space. Together, we'll identify strengths, build coping tools, and create positive change through collaboration and self-awareness.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Walden University. My approach is trauma-informed, empathic, and strengths-based. I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and family systems techniques to support healing.
In our work together, you can expect warmth, authenticity, and respect. Whether you're navigating relationships, grief, or personal challenges, I'll walk alongside you to foster healing, clarity, and confidence. You deserve a space to feel heard, supported, and empowered toward lasting growth.
As a Latino male born in a different country, I believe I understand that people are very unique and from a variety of backgrounds...
As a Latino male born in a different country, I believe I understand that people are very unique and from a variety of backgrounds and I have an open and honest approach with others.
Fernando Avila is a Licensed Psychologist (PhD) who specializes in treating a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and stress in adolescents and adults. He has over 10 years of experience in the mental health field.
Fernando completed his PhD at the University of Denver. As a Latino male born in a different country, he personally understands that people are very unique and from a variety of backgrounds. He has an open and honest approach with others.
Fernando is a supportive and collaborative therapist who seeks to help those in need. He sees each individual as unique and hopes to provide the necessary coping skills that will help you thrive and meet your goals. Fernando will create a personalized treatment plan that meets your specific needs, utilizing a variety of tools like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and a strength-based approach.
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Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Thousand Oaks, CA can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety or your anxiety disorder.
Anxiety therapy involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Thriveworks Thousand Oaks therapists will then work with you to determine where your anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.
One of the best ways to deal with anxiety is to learn about your own anxiety: your symptoms, what triggers it, and what coping mechanisms have been effective in the past. When you learn what your anxiety is tied to, it can help you be mindful of what’s really happening as well as prevent and mitigate symptoms by processing and working through the issue in therapy. Other strategies that have been shown to help manage anxiety are meditation, challenging anxious thoughts, exercising, and journaling.
Common symptoms of anxiety include:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be incredibly effective in treating anxiety and anxiety disorders. Other effective techniques include exposure therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and EMDR therapy.
Anxiety therapy is conducted both in person and online, depending on the individual’s preferences and their therapist’s availability. We suggest choosing the option that best suits your needs.
On average, people can tend to attend 15 to 20 session of anxiety therapy (five or more months). However, this number is heavily dependent on the type of anxiety that’s being treated and its severity, with many choosing to attend anxiety therapy for a longer period of time to ensure its effectiveness long-term.
Yes, it is worth going to therapy for anxiety. If you are struggling with regular anxious thoughts and feelings that are affecting your day-to-day life or you suspect that you have an anxiety disorder, you should seek expert anxiety help.
Anxiety disorders are experienced by millions of people and are some of the most common mental health issues. However, many people do not seek professional help because they think they should just be able to “get over” their feelings on their own. There is often a negative stigma associated with reaching out for mental health support but there is no shame in getting help when you need it.
If you or someone you care about is experiencing symptoms of anxiety, consider reaching out for professional support. A licensed counselor or therapist at Thriveworks in Thousand Oaks, CA can help you get your life back on track. Our licensed mental health professionals are trained to help people with anxiety reduce their symptoms and return to a happier and healthier quality of life. Reach out today to get started.
Anxiety symptoms can look different for different people. However, anxiety disorders often present several common symptoms, including:
If you are suffering from anxiety symptoms, give us a call at Thriveworks in Thousand Oaks, CA today. We can help you mitigate your symptoms and turn your life around. You do not have to go through this alone.
When you choose to make an appointment with a counselor or therapist at Thriveworks at Thousand Oaks, CA, your provider will sit down with you to assess your situation and develop a customized plan of treatment specifically for you.
Your treatment plan may include talk therapy, which can help you work through your emotions, troubling thoughts, and worries. One popular type of talk therapy is called cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps examine thought patterns that may be negatively affecting your emotions, behavior, and interactions. Other types of therapy used during treatment include exposure therapy, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and psychoanalysis.
Your treatment plan may also include some type of medication. If so, your mental health care professional will prescribe it for you and can monitor for any possible side effects. Your provider may also teach you coping skills or relaxation techniques to help reduce anxiety between appointments.
If you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, consider reaching out and scheduling an appointment with Thriveworks at Thousand Oaks, CA. Our licensed therapists, counselors, and other mental health care professionals are ready to step in and help you turn your life around.
We offer a number of conveniences to our clients, including evening and weekend appointments as well as online appointments (by phone and video). As a new client, you may even have the opportunity to speak with a provider within the week. Finally, we accept health insurance, offer text message support for billing and scheduling matters, and have a flexible cancellation policy.
With these conveniences, we make it easy for you to get started and stay committed to your recovery. Consider reaching out to Thriveworks at Thousand Oaks, CA and scheduling an appointment with a counselor or therapist today. Through caring and professional guidance, our compassionate staff can help you get your life back on track. You can thrive — we can help you get there.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Thousand Oaks is located near Camino Dos Rios and Wendy Dr, off the Ventura Fwy. It is near Conejo Adventist Elementary and Newbury Park High School.
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