Giselle Jarvis , LCSW

Giselle Jarvis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California who combines formal study of psychology and social work with hands-on clinical experience to support emotional wellbeing. She earned her clinical social work license after advanced training and has spent her career providing psychotherapy in both English and Spanish, bringing cultural awareness and language accessibility to her practice.

With five years of professional experience, she has worked across the lifespan and supported people facing a wide range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, grief, obsessive compulsive symptoms, panic, and mood disorders. Her background also includes clinical work with individuals affected by autism, Down syndrome, dementia, Alzheimer disease, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder, as well as support for family and caregiver stress, immigration issues, first responder concerns, and other complex, co-occurring needs.

Her therapeutic toolkit draws from evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to address unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to build emotional regulation and interpersonal skills, exposure and response prevention (ERP) for anxiety and obsessive compulsive symptoms, behavioral activation to counter depression, applied behavior analysis (ABA) for developmental needs, and mindfulness practices to increase present-moment coping. Giselle approaches care collaboratively, aiming to build trust and tailor treatment to each person’s goals and life context.

As a licensed clinician committed to respectful, culturally informed care, she seeks to partner with individuals and families who are ready to work toward clearer coping strategies, improved mood, and stronger relationships.

Evidence-Based Techniques Delivered Remotely

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to improve mood and daily functioning. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, panic, and many stress-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and healthier relationships, which can be helpful for intense emotions, impulsivity, and interpersonal difficulties. Exposure and Response Prevention, known as ERP, is a structured approach for reducing avoidance and compulsive behaviors, often used for obsessive compulsive symptoms and certain anxiety presentations.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Giselle collaborates with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences, then tailors evidence-based techniques or combines methods as appropriate. This collaborative process helps ensure treatment fits each person’s circumstances and evolves with progress and feedback.

Online therapy offers flexibility to meet people where they are, with options for video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity during transitions, and access bilingual care in English and Spanish from licensed professionals and therapists who can adapt methods for remote delivery.