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Graciela "Gracie” Wangsnes, LCSW

Bilingual LCSW specializing in anxiety and trauma
  • 10 years experience
  • English and Spanish
  • ACT CBT DBT approach

About Graciela "Gracie” Wangsnes

Graciela "Gracie" Wangsnes is a California-licensed clinician with ten years of professional experience who offers therapy in both English and Spanish. She holds an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and is licensed in California as CA LCSW 109663. Her practice focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety, navigate depression and family conflicts, and address trauma and abuse while also supporting concerns such as self esteem, motivation, and confidence.

Graciela works with a broad set of related issues including body image, guilt and shame, post-traumatic stress, self-love, and social anxiety and phobia. She uses evidence-informed methods tailored to each person, combining Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to shape conversations and treatment plans that fit individual needs.

Her therapeutic style is described as warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Graciela aims to create an open environment where thoughts and feelings can be expressed without judgment, and she collaborates with clients to design a plan that reflects their specific goals and circumstances. Taking the first step toward therapy can require courage, and she acknowledges and supports that effort at the start of the work together.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Additional Focus Areas

Body imageGuilt and shamePost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Graciela "Gracie” Wangsnes have?

Graciela "Gracie" Wangsnes has 10 years of professional experience.

Is Graciela "Gracie” Wangsnes a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are CA LCSW 109663.

In which languages does Graciela "Gracie” Wangsnes provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Graciela "Gracie” Wangsnes located?

Graciela "Gracie" Wangsnes is located in California.

How can I work with Graciela "Gracie” Wangsnes as my therapist?

You can work with Graciela "Gracie" Wangsnes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Graciela "Gracie” Wangsnes work with international clients?

Graciela "Gracie" Wangsnes does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Graciela "Gracie” Wangsnes 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

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One of the clearest benefits is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that works best for them - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to fit care into a busy schedule.

Licensed professionals provide these services, and therapists can be changed if a different fit is desired. For many people, remote therapy offers a practical and effective option for accessing support while maintaining the same therapeutic focus and evidence-based approaches used in face-to-face work.

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