- Bilingual English Spanish
- Trauma-informed approach
- Practical coping skills
About Lilian
Lilian Zelaya-Coria is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California. She brings nine years of clinical experience and a bilingual background in English and Spanish to her work. Lilian aims to help people manage symptoms, build coping skills, and move toward a more grounded future with practical tools they can use day to day.
She approaches therapy as a collaborative process. Lilian uses a trauma-informed, strengths-based perspective and works to hear each person’s story without judgment. Sessions may include creative options like journaling, music, guided imagery, and expressive arts to help process feelings and increase emotional regulation.
Her background includes a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Sonoma State University and a master’s in social work from San Jose State University, with an LCSW issued in 2019. She has worked in early childhood mental health, the nonprofit sector, with child protective services, and in K-12 school settings providing mental health services.
Lilian focuses on concerns such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional areas she addresses include codependency, communication problems, family problems, guilt and shame, immigration issues, isolation and loneliness, multicultural concerns, and self-love.
Her style is warm, grounded, and practical. She helps people reflect, practice coping strategies, and consider solutions that fit their lives. Lilian emphasizes pacing, boundaries, and hands-on skills to support steady progress.
Approaches that guide online work and healing
TF-CBT, or Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, blends talking and practical skills to address traumatic memories and reduce trauma-related symptoms. It is often used to help people manage intrusive memories, upsetting thoughts, and strong emotional reactions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life actions. This approach helps with anxiety, low mood, and improving problem-solving and coping skills.
Finding the best approach is a shared process. The therapist will work with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions can mix creative techniques like journaling or guided imagery with skills practice so the plan fits the client’s life.
Confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and help weave care into busy days. It can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when helpful, and fit into breaks or evenings to maintain consistent weekly work toward goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Lilian commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as codependency, communication problems, and isolation.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and collaborative, using a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach with creative tools like journaling and guided imagery to process emotions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of experience providing mental health services in a variety of settings including schools, nonprofit work, and child welfare contexts.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California and practices in that state.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Are international clients supported?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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