Anna Ponder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)
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Let's Connect (619) 486-9231
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about serving college students and young adults (ages 18-35). Are you feeling overwhelmed, chaotic, stuck, and purposeless? Asking yourself questions like “Who am I?” and “What do I want my life to look like?” I understand the unique challenges young adults face. Therapy can be a helpful platform to ease emotional burden and increase fulfillment in life. I want to work alongside you towards pursuing a life that inspires you as you become your favorite version of yourself.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, substance use, self-esteem and life transitions. I utilize evidence-based practices including ACT, DBT, and CBT and incorporate these approaches to meet the needs of each individual client. I create a supportive and empathetic space where young people are fully understood, accepted, and embraced for who they are.
My role as a therapist is to help you recover your true sense of self by learning to make healthier choices and improve relationships with yourself and others. I believe that therapy can be a fulfilling, empowering experience. Let's get started!
Call or Email Anna Ponder now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 486-9231
Let's Connect (619) 486-9231
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $130
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carebridge EAP
- Cigna and Evernorth
- ComPsych
- MHNet Behavioral Health
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- Sutter
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Anna Ponder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (619) 486-9231
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 103420 Anna Ponder
Anna Ponder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (619) 486-9231
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Substance Use
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Coping Skills
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
Anna Ponder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 486-9231
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Anna Ponder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (619) 486-9231