Claudia Boles , LCSW

Claudia Boles is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with two decades of experience in hospital, healthcare, and mental health settings. She earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from the University of Southern California after completing undergraduate studies in social sciences and Spanish. Her training and background inform a broad clinical perspective that attends to psychological, biological, developmental, familial, cultural, and social influences on well-being.

She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief and bereavement, relationship and family concerns, parenting challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Claudia has particular experience supporting those affected by serious health conditions and chronic illness, as well as individuals who have lost loved ones to suicide. She also addresses needs related to adoption and foster care, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, first responder issues, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and postpartum concerns, among other focus areas.

Claudia uses an integrative, strengths-based approach grounded in evidence-informed methods. She draws from cognitive behavioral techniques, solution-focused strategies, and trauma-focused practices, and she often incorporates mindfulness and motivational interviewing to build practical coping skills and deepen insight. Claudia emphasizes collaboration with each person to identify realistic steps toward improved functioning and adaptive coping.

Beyond clinical work, she has volunteered with community organizations and served as a Crisis Counselor for Crisis Text Line. Colleagues describe her as compassionate, empathetic, and invested in clients' well-being, and she brings an appreciation for nature and the arts to her therapeutic perspective.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Claudia uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop concrete strategies for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT focuses on practical skills and behavioral changes that support day-to-day functioning. Solution-Focused Therapy is another approach she uses to build on a person’s strengths and set achievable goals - the work centers on clear, forward-looking steps to resolve specific concerns. Trauma-Focused Therapy provides targeted support for processing traumatic experiences and reducing their impact on current life, with techniques tailored to each individual’s pace and readiness.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Claudia works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure the work feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy with Claudia is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it possible to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations, which can help people maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.