Simone Ferreira, LCSW

Simone Ferreira is a California-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 15 years of experience supporting people through difficult life moments. She approaches her work with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, honoring each person regardless of ethnicity, identity, or belief. Known for an easygoing manner, she keeps a smaller caseload to provide focused attention and support to each individual she sees.

Her training includes an AA degree in Business from LBCC, a Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Sciences with a Certificate in Women and Gender Studies from Indiana University, and a Master of Social Work with a concentration in mental health from Indiana University. As an LCSW - a licensed professional trained in clinical social work - she draws on clinical knowledge and practical experience to help clients address concerns like stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes.

Simone also works with a wide range of additional issues including aging and geriatric concerns, blended family dynamics, disaster-related coping, divorce and separation, immigration-related stress, infidelity and jealousy, veteran and armed forces issues, financial stress, multicultural concerns, narcissistic dynamics, panic disorder, post-traumatic stress, prejudice and discrimination, and seasonal affective disorder. Her clinical approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to tailor care to each person’s needs. She identifies as a TreeHugger and emphasizes empowerment and practical support for those taking steps toward change.