Chester Reyes , LCSW

Chester Reyes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with 13 years of clinical experience. He has worked as a school-based social worker supporting inner-city children, teenagers, and at-risk young adults, and he has provided services to veterans in homeless and residential treatment programs as well as to military service members.

His clinical expertise includes trauma such as child abuse and domestic violence, anxiety and depression, substance abuse, and relationship issues. Chester combines an empathetic, non-judgmental, and compassionate stance with an interactive, collaborative approach, serving as a dedicated advocate throughout the therapeutic process.

He works with a broad range of concerns, including stress, self-esteem, coping with life changes, grief, anger, career and relationship challenges, addictions, compassion fatigue, and post-traumatic stress. Chester appreciates the trust clients place in him and looks forward to meeting and working with individuals seeking support and guidance.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Chester often uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic environment where the client’s priorities guide the work. This approach helps people who need a supportive space to explore feelings, values, and goals.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a structured method that identifies unhelpful thoughts and patterns and teaches practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT is especially useful for people seeking concrete strategies to change how they think and respond to challenges.

In addition, Trauma-Focused Therapy is part of his practice for addressing the effects of traumatic experiences. This approach works to process traumatic events and reduce their ongoing impact on daily functioning.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Chester collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and to access licensed professionals from different locations. These options support continuity of care and make it simpler for clients to maintain regular sessions and practice new skills between meetings.