Dominic Valdes
LCSW – sees clients in CA
Areas of focus
Behavioral or other addictions, LGBTQ+, Childhood trauma
Orientations
EMDR, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems
Hi I'm Dominic
Give yourself permission to be vulnerable, to be “imperfect,” and finally the courage to be…human again. That means unpacking and briefly sitting with your negative and highly-critical self-talk, and then finding solutions to shameful feelings like being "less-than” and "undeserving" of worldly things like promotions, or more foundational experiences like love or fulfilling, healthy sex. Identify as a gay man? I've not only got first hand familiarity with the gay-man experience, but with a combination of CBT, SFT, and DBT I have in-depth strategies and tangible tools to stop fear, sensitivity, and SHAME. The above challenges are at the core of our innocent, yet wounded inner-child. In adulthood this looks like: porn addictions, sexual compulsivity, infidelity, substance abuse, irritability, depression, failed relationships, codependency.... Here, you're not just included, you're celebrated. Life is too short not to feel good about who you are. I am ready when you are.
“Dominic has been an essential support in my journey to recovery. His understanding and non-judgmental approach have made a significant impact on my self-esteem. I've been able to replace negative coping patterns to live a healthier life.”
Dominic’s therapeutic style
Rates
Mental health should be accessible, but therapy can be expensive. That’s why reflect has negotiated with Dominic to provide their private pay services at a discount – up to 50% less than their typical rates on other platforms.
Note, reflect does not accept insurance.
More about Dominic
Additional expertise: ADHD, Adolescence, Adults, Anger management, Behavioral or other addictions, Childhood trauma, Families, General trauma, Groups, Legal issues/proceedings, OCD, Other personality disorders, PTSD, Sexual addictions, Sexual trauma, Sexuality/Intimacy, Substance use disorders
License: CA 71010
Education: Cal State University, Bakersfield
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