Silvia HernandezLCSW

Silvia Hernandez is a California licensed clinical social worker with 33 years of experience. She speaks both English and Spanish and is bicultural. Silvia focuses on helping people who are dealing with relationship strain, family conflict, parenting stress, career questions, and major life changes.

She works in a straightforward, respectful way and adapts conversations to each person's needs. Sessions are shaped around what matters most to the individual, whether that means talking through communication problems or planning steps after a separation. Silvia pays attention to issues like abandonment, attachment concerns, blended family dynamics, and caregiver stress.

Her practice also addresses body image, codependency, control issues, and the strain of divorce and separation. Family of origin issues, guilt and shame, and feelings of isolation are common topics she helps people sort through. Those facing domestic violence concerns or ongoing family problems may find practical options to consider.

Silvia combines decades of experience with a compassionate style. She keeps the work focused and practical, helping people name problems and try small changes that fit everyday life. Her bilingual ability often helps Spanish speakers feel more understood.

To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions based on therapist availability. The process is designed to get people talking and moving toward clearer decisions about relationships, parenting, career direction, and coping with change.

How therapeutic approaches guide online sessions

Silvia uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, usable work. One common approach emphasizes improving communication and safety in relationships by identifying patterns, practicing new interaction skills, and setting small behavioral goals to try between sessions. Another approach concentrates on family and parenting concerns by helping people map family roles, set boundaries, and plan practical strategies for day-to-day parenting challenges.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Silvia will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust the plan as needed based on what feels most helpful.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let someone join from different locations without rearranging much of their day. Silvia aims to help people use the format that best fits their life and goals.