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Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
(818) 303-9166
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Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives

Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW (she, her)

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Malibu, CA 90265
(818) 303-9166
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Are conflict and disconnection creating barriers in your relationships? Do you long for deeper intimacy but feel stuck in unhelpful patterns? With personalized, expert guidance, you can overcome these challenges. As a therapist specializing in relationship dynamics, I offer a compassionate, insightful approach tailored to high-achieving individuals and couples. Together, we’ll create a safe, supportive space to enhance communication, foster connection, and promote lasting change.I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, PTSD and Complex PTSD, as well as patterns like people-pleasing, perfection.
My holistic approach blends psychodynamic, humanistic, and somatic orientations to offer a comprehensive, tailored experience. Drawing from advanced trauma modalities like Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Emotion Focused Couples Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and Brainspotting. I provide personalized care with thoughtful engagement and meaningful feedback.
Embark on a transformative journey of growth and self-discovery with personalized, trauma-informed care. Together, we’ll uncover patterns, enhance relational skills, and create a roadmap for lasting change. Experience deeper breakthroughs with focused 3-hour intensives. Begin your path to a more fulfilling life—schedule your complimentary consultation today.
Call or Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives now for a free 15 minute consultation - (818) 303-9166

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Malibu, CA 90265

(818) 303-9166

Calabasas, CA 91302

Accelerate healing with 3-hour intensives. Flexible options: monthly, occasional, or multi-day. HIPPA video session for CA clients.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Trauma and PTSD 
$225 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (818) 303-9166
Photo of Araceli Pimentel - Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Malibu, CA 90265

(818) 303-9166

Calabasas, CA 91302

Accelerate healing with 3-hour intensives. Flexible options: monthly, occasional, or multi-day. HIPPA video session for CA clients.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Trauma and PTSD 
$225 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $225
  • Couple Sessions $275

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • ALL Insurance OUT of NETWORK
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Health Net
  • Magellan
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • OUT of NETWORK only
  • Out-of-Network
  • Oxford
  • Superbill ONLY
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I provide superbills for out-of-network clients and use Mentaya to help you save on therapy costs. Insurance may cover 50-100 percent of the fee. Unsure of your benefits? Check here: mentaya.co/b/JmgYabBH1MEYCjaTwp0B, or message me for help!
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Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 303-9166
"
I provide superbills for out-of-network clients and use Mentaya to help you save on therapy costs. Insurance may cover 50-100 percent of the fee. Unsure of your benefits? Check here: mentaya.co/b/JmgYabBH1MEYCjaTwp0B, or message me for help!
Photo of Araceli Pimentel - Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 303-9166

Qualifications

    Pre-Licensed Professional: Araceli Pimentel
  • Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Jeffrey Gianelli (California / LCSW88604) Araceli Pimentel

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Columbia University

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Somatic Experiencing (SE) Beg 3; Emotion Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) Externship & Core Skills
  • Certificate from Internal Family Systems (IFS) L2; Brainspotting L2 & Expansion, and Advanced SAFE EMDR; FLASH-EMDR
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I have advanced training in trauma modalities: Internal Family Systems (IFS) L2, Advanced EMDR, Brainspotting (BSP) L2, Emotion Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) Externship & Core Skills, and Somatic Experiencing (SE) Beg 3. I have a Master's in Advanced Clinical Social Work from Columbia University.
Photo of Araceli Pimentel - Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 303-9166
"
I have advanced training in trauma modalities: Internal Family Systems (IFS) L2, Advanced EMDR, Brainspotting (BSP) L2, Emotion Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) Externship & Core Skills, and Somatic Experiencing (SE) Beg 3. I have a Master's in Advanced Clinical Social Work from Columbia University.
Photo of Araceli Pimentel - Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 303-9166

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Abandonment Issues
  • Adult Children of Addicted Parents
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Caregivers
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Infidelity
  • Internet Addiction
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obesity
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
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I specialize in helping adults facing anxiety rooted in relationships. In our initial sessions, we'll explore your concerns and build a treatment plan tailored to your goals, setting the foundation for meaningful change. Many clients experience symptom relief within the first month, with continued progress. For accelerated healing, I offer 3-hour intensives starting at $720.
Photo of Araceli Pimentel - Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 303-9166
"
I specialize in helping adults facing anxiety rooted in relationships. In our initial sessions, we'll explore your concerns and build a treatment plan tailored to your goals, setting the foundation for meaningful change. Many clients experience symptom relief within the first month, with continued progress. For accelerated healing, I offer 3-hour intensives starting at $720.
Photo of Araceli Pimentel - Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 303-9166

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Communities

Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Communities

Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Brainspotting
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Gottman Method
  • Imago
  • Intensives for Accelerated Healing
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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The foundation of my practice lies in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR, and I integrate elements from Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Brainspotting (BSP) and more. Together we'll define your goals and determine the best therapeutic approach tailored to your unique circumstance, ensuring that each session is personalized to your specific needs.
Photo of Araceli Pimentel - Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 303-9166
"
The foundation of my practice lies in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR, and I integrate elements from Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Brainspotting (BSP) and more. Together we'll define your goals and determine the best therapeutic approach tailored to your unique circumstance, ensuring that each session is personalized to your specific needs.
Photo of Araceli Pimentel - Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 303-9166

Location

Primary Location

Malibu, CA 90265

(818) 303-9166

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Additional Location

Calabasas, CA 91302

(818) 303-9166

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Accelerate healing with 3-hour intensives. Flexible options: monthly, occasional, or multi-day. HIPPA video session for CA clients.
Photo of Araceli Pimentel - Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call for a free consultation now - (818) 303-9166
"
Accelerate healing with 3-hour intensives. Flexible options: monthly, occasional, or multi-day. HIPPA video session for CA clients.
Photo of Araceli Pimentel - Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Araceli Pimentel: EMDR and IFS Intensives
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call for a free consultation now - (818) 303-9166