First Responders Therapists in Daly City, CA
Elias J Lopez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Daly City, CA 94015
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Elias Lopez, M.A., LMFT, LPCC
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I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s degree in Counseling from Palo Alto University and a Bachelor of Science in Counseling Psychology from William Jessup University. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and focus on trauma-informed care, depression, anxiety, and couples therapy.
Elias Lopez, M.A., LMFT, LPCC
Welcome, and thank you for visiting my profile.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s degree in Counseling from Palo Alto University and a Bachelor of Science in Counseling Psychology from William Jessup University. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and focus on trauma-informed care, depression, anxiety, and couples therapy.
Hello, and welcome! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience in medical social work, and I’m now bringing that deep, compassionate care into private practice. Throughout my career, I’ve worked closely with individuals and families navigating some of life’s most challenging moments—chronic illness, hospitalization, loss, and major life transitions.
Hello, and welcome! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience in medical social work, and I’m now bringing that deep, compassionate care into private practice. Throughout my career, I’ve worked closely with individuals and families navigating some of life’s most challenging moments—chronic illness, hospitalization, loss, and major life transitions.
While my focus is on trauma and PTSD, I also work with clients navigating Anxiety & Depression, Substance Use & Addiction, Military Sexual Trauma (MST), Domestic Violence (DV), Eating Disorders, ADHD, Autism, Grief, Loss & Life Transitions, Self-Esteem & Suicidal Ideation, and Family & Relationship Conflicts.
I focus on understanding your experience, validating your perspective, and helping you improve both intrapersonal and interpersonal communication.
While my focus is on trauma and PTSD, I also work with clients navigating Anxiety & Depression, Substance Use & Addiction, Military Sexual Trauma (MST), Domestic Violence (DV), Eating Disorders, ADHD, Autism, Grief, Loss & Life Transitions, Self-Esteem & Suicidal Ideation, and Family & Relationship Conflicts.
I focus on understanding your experience, validating your perspective, and helping you improve both intrapersonal and interpersonal communication.
Hello! I'm Claudia, a clinical social worker who has worked in the helping profession since 1993 and in the mental health field since 2001. I pride myself in creating a safe, supportive space where you can explore, heal, and resolve your concerns. I use a trauma-informed approach and a racial/social justice lens when working with individuals, couples and family members. I combine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Somatic Experiencing interventions to foster self-awareness, promote emotional healing, and support embodiment/the felt sense.
Hello! I'm Claudia, a clinical social worker who has worked in the helping profession since 1993 and in the mental health field since 2001. I pride myself in creating a safe, supportive space where you can explore, heal, and resolve your concerns. I use a trauma-informed approach and a racial/social justice lens when working with individuals, couples and family members. I combine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Somatic Experiencing interventions to foster self-awareness, promote emotional healing, and support embodiment/the felt sense.
Are you no longer finding work as rewarding as it once was? Are you finding yourself losing patience over things that didn't use to bother you? Are you and your partner getting into arguments more often and/or finding communication more difficult? I can help you uncover the root cause of your symptoms so that you can finally start to heal.
Are you no longer finding work as rewarding as it once was? Are you finding yourself losing patience over things that didn't use to bother you? Are you and your partner getting into arguments more often and/or finding communication more difficult? I can help you uncover the root cause of your symptoms so that you can finally start to heal.
Debby Simmons, PhD. Hello, I am the clinical director of Primrose Healing and Wellness. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a doctorate in Health Psychology. I am an educator as well as a therapist, which is a strength I bring into my work with my clients. I have learned that over the years there is no one specific way to treat people. It is important to reach people where they are. I take a multi-dimensional and holistic approach to therapy that is based on sound clinical interventions.
Debby Simmons, PhD. Hello, I am the clinical director of Primrose Healing and Wellness. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a doctorate in Health Psychology. I am an educator as well as a therapist, which is a strength I bring into my work with my clients. I have learned that over the years there is no one specific way to treat people. It is important to reach people where they are. I take a multi-dimensional and holistic approach to therapy that is based on sound clinical interventions.
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Client types that this is useful for: highly responsible adults in their work that have high demands on them, people who have difficulty saying no to others, adult children of narcissists, adult children of alcoholics/dysfunction, first responders with vicarious trauma, trauma victims, PTSD, family members of suicide, TBI and family members of TBI.
One of the biggest hindrances to starting therapy is the thought of having to talk about the most painful part of our world. What if there was a way to do therapy where we didn't have to go into your most painful wound? The good news is there's lots of ways to do therapy that can bring comfort and relief right now without having to go into the trauma. There are new ways to start healing without having to dredge up old wounds and re-examine them needlessly. I also work in integrative therapy spaces utilizing plant medicine and ketamine. This has had AMAZING effects for my clients.
Client types that this is useful for: highly responsible adults in their work that have high demands on them, people who have difficulty saying no to others, adult children of narcissists, adult children of alcoholics/dysfunction, first responders with vicarious trauma, trauma victims, PTSD, family members of suicide, TBI and family members of TBI.
One of the biggest hindrances to starting therapy is the thought of having to talk about the most painful part of our world. What if there was a way to do therapy where we didn't have to go into your most painful wound? The good news is there's lots of ways to do therapy that can bring comfort and relief right now without having to go into the trauma. There are new ways to start healing without having to dredge up old wounds and re-examine them needlessly. I also work in integrative therapy spaces utilizing plant medicine and ketamine. This has had AMAZING effects for my clients.
Living well - mind, body & spirit - is the goal many strive for daily. However, sometimes life throws you a curve ball and you find it hard to keep all the balls of life going.
Working as a professional Social Worker for many years in hospitals and various other settings has afforded me the opportunity to have extensive experiences with clients that have had multiple needs. My specialties include: general life adjustments, crisis intervention, grief and loss, substance abuse, trauma, mild to chronic medical conditions and illnesses, interpersonal violence (Domestic Violence, Abuse and Sexual Assault), community violence, re-entry and adoption/foster care issues.
Living well - mind, body & spirit - is the goal many strive for daily. However, sometimes life throws you a curve ball and you find it hard to keep all the balls of life going.
Working as a professional Social Worker for many years in hospitals and various other settings has afforded me the opportunity to have extensive experiences with clients that have had multiple needs. My specialties include: general life adjustments, crisis intervention, grief and loss, substance abuse, trauma, mild to chronic medical conditions and illnesses, interpersonal violence (Domestic Violence, Abuse and Sexual Assault), community violence, re-entry and adoption/foster care issues.
I serve first responders, trauma survivors, and women who are carrying too muc find steadiness, relief, and a clearer way forward.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. I draw from trauma-informed therapy, CBT, ACT, mindfulness-based work, EMDR, and solution-focused strategies to help you understand what is happening, reduce distress, and build tools that fit your life. If you want a therapist who is direct, compassionate, and grounding, I am here to support you.
I serve first responders, trauma survivors, and women who are carrying too muc find steadiness, relief, and a clearer way forward.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. I draw from trauma-informed therapy, CBT, ACT, mindfulness-based work, EMDR, and solution-focused strategies to help you understand what is happening, reduce distress, and build tools that fit your life. If you want a therapist who is direct, compassionate, and grounding, I am here to support you.
Some of my clients are first responders, military members, and high-performing professionals, but you do not need a high-intensity story to belong here.
I offer trauma-informed, relational therapy grounded in trust, safety, and honest connection. My background as a flight medic, deputy sheriff, and firefighter gives me firsthand insight into high-stress environments, trauma, and the weight people carry. I help adults navigate anxiety, depression, loss, burnout, life transitions, and neurodivergence.
Some of my clients are first responders, military members, and high-performing professionals, but you do not need a high-intensity story to belong here.
I offer trauma-informed, relational therapy grounded in trust, safety, and honest connection. My background as a flight medic, deputy sheriff, and firefighter gives me firsthand insight into high-stress environments, trauma, and the weight people carry. I help adults navigate anxiety, depression, loss, burnout, life transitions, and neurodivergence.
I have helped a variety of clients of all ages with various issues, including trauma ( first responders, childhood, intergenerational, sexual), anxiety, sexual issues, anger management, grief/loss, social-emotional skills, and ADHD management.
I take a strengths-based, compassionate, non-judgmental, and curious approach to therapy that fosters a warm and safe environment. I believe therapy can be fun and creative and as such utilize a variety of techniques with clients, including CBT, somatic, art and play interventions, and mindfulness-based techniques in order to keep therapy more engaging.
I have helped a variety of clients of all ages with various issues, including trauma ( first responders, childhood, intergenerational, sexual), anxiety, sexual issues, anger management, grief/loss, social-emotional skills, and ADHD management.
I take a strengths-based, compassionate, non-judgmental, and curious approach to therapy that fosters a warm and safe environment. I believe therapy can be fun and creative and as such utilize a variety of techniques with clients, including CBT, somatic, art and play interventions, and mindfulness-based techniques in order to keep therapy more engaging.
Hello,
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in California. I have a doctorate degree (Ed.d) in Traumatology. I work with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, or a variety of emotions due to life's challenges and circumstances.
My goal is to provide clients with all of the tools necessary to navigate through future situations and to help build resiliency.
Hello,
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in California. I have a doctorate degree (Ed.d) in Traumatology. I work with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, or a variety of emotions due to life's challenges and circumstances.
My goal is to provide clients with all of the tools necessary to navigate through future situations and to help build resiliency.
Additionally, I work with first responders, LGBTQ+ and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) clients, and student-athletes.
I hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Iowa with an emphasis in mental health. This background allows me to approach your concerns with a holistic and informed perspective.
Additionally, I work with first responders, LGBTQ+ and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) clients, and student-athletes.
I hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Iowa with an emphasis in mental health. This background allows me to approach your concerns with a holistic and informed perspective.
I help individuals, couples, and/or families grow toward healing and health through integrative therapy. Throughout the lifespan many things can happen to interfere with our relational health- addiction, body image, trauma, depression, just to name a few- and I have experience guiding my clients through them all. Together we will work towards you, your relationships, or your family system becoming its most empowered and functional.
I help individuals, couples, and/or families grow toward healing and health through integrative therapy. Throughout the lifespan many things can happen to interfere with our relational health- addiction, body image, trauma, depression, just to name a few- and I have experience guiding my clients through them all. Together we will work towards you, your relationships, or your family system becoming its most empowered and functional.
I work primarily with adults and young adults suffering with trauma, using EMDR alongside CBT and solution-focused and person-centered approaches that support real change. Something uncomfortable brought you here. You may have tried to move forward and found that something still lingers. You understand what’s going on, but it hasn’t shifted in a meaningful way. My clients come ready to do real work and to find relief. I meet each person as a whole person, not as a diagnosis or as a presenting problem. Our focus is on what hasn’t moved and why, so you’re not just managing symptoms but creating genuine, lasting movement forward.
I work primarily with adults and young adults suffering with trauma, using EMDR alongside CBT and solution-focused and person-centered approaches that support real change. Something uncomfortable brought you here. You may have tried to move forward and found that something still lingers. You understand what’s going on, but it hasn’t shifted in a meaningful way. My clients come ready to do real work and to find relief. I meet each person as a whole person, not as a diagnosis or as a presenting problem. Our focus is on what hasn’t moved and why, so you’re not just managing symptoms but creating genuine, lasting movement forward.
I specialize in working with active duty service members, veterans, and individuals navigating major life transitions. I approach therapy with the belief that each person is unique and already has resilience within them. My work is collaborative and strengths-based—I focus on helping clients build on what they already have while developing new tools for healing and growth. I tailor treatment to fit each person’s individual needs and goals.
I specialize in working with active duty service members, veterans, and individuals navigating major life transitions. I approach therapy with the belief that each person is unique and already has resilience within them. My work is collaborative and strengths-based—I focus on helping clients build on what they already have while developing new tools for healing and growth. I tailor treatment to fit each person’s individual needs and goals.
My practice supports the first responder, public safety, and public-facing community—including EMS, Fire, Law Enforcement, Corrections, Dispatch, and Judicial professionals—alongside those in Healthcare, Mental Health, and Education.
I specialize in trauma-informed care for those in high-intensity community-facing roles. I recognize the heavy caregiving burden and emotional labor involved in your work. Utilizing EMDR and evidence-based modalities, we process burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma. My goal is to help you move past survival mode and reclaim your personal life.
My practice supports the first responder, public safety, and public-facing community—including EMS, Fire, Law Enforcement, Corrections, Dispatch, and Judicial professionals—alongside those in Healthcare, Mental Health, and Education.
I specialize in trauma-informed care for those in high-intensity community-facing roles. I recognize the heavy caregiving burden and emotional labor involved in your work. Utilizing EMDR and evidence-based modalities, we process burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma. My goal is to help you move past survival mode and reclaim your personal life.
Hello and welcome! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing telehealth therapy to adults across California. I work with clients seeking to maximize the quality of their life experience. Some clients may be experiencing anxiety, ADHD, stress, and life transitions, as well as those seeking greater self-understanding and balance. My approach is collaborative, practical, and compassionate. Together we’ll build insight, develop effective coping strategies, and create meaningful changes so you can feel more grounded, confident, and aligned with the life you want to live.
Hello and welcome! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing telehealth therapy to adults across California. I work with clients seeking to maximize the quality of their life experience. Some clients may be experiencing anxiety, ADHD, stress, and life transitions, as well as those seeking greater self-understanding and balance. My approach is collaborative, practical, and compassionate. Together we’ll build insight, develop effective coping strategies, and create meaningful changes so you can feel more grounded, confident, and aligned with the life you want to live.
As first responders and emergency workers, you’re trained to stay sharp.
Therapy should make life easier: less edge, more patience, faster decompression.
We’ll keep it practical, with clear goals and week-to-week tracking. We’ll use EMDR if trauma symptoms are present—an evidence-based treatment for reducing hyperarousal and shutdown. I worked for eight years as a crisis counselor, and I’m familiar with emergency work culture.
As first responders and emergency workers, you’re trained to stay sharp.
Therapy should make life easier: less edge, more patience, faster decompression.
We’ll keep it practical, with clear goals and week-to-week tracking. We’ll use EMDR if trauma symptoms are present—an evidence-based treatment for reducing hyperarousal and shutdown. I worked for eight years as a crisis counselor, and I’m familiar with emergency work culture.
If you find yourself struggling, feeling overwhelmed, or looking for personal growth; take this opportunity to challenge yourself. My aim is to work together to help you illuminate your path. Through introspection and confidence building we will work on developing the skills and courage to continue your journey toward a more satisfying life.
If you find yourself struggling, feeling overwhelmed, or looking for personal growth; take this opportunity to challenge yourself. My aim is to work together to help you illuminate your path. Through introspection and confidence building we will work on developing the skills and courage to continue your journey toward a more satisfying life.
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Why is mental health important for first responders?
As part of their work, first responders are often exposed to high levels of stress, trauma, and physical injury that can put them at a greater risk for serious mental health conditions than the general population. Conditions like PTSD, anxiety, substance use, and depression are more common in first responders, which can greatly reduce quality of life and lead to burnout, sleep disruption, and even suicidal thoughts. Therapy can offer an opportunity for first responders to process difficult on-the-job experiences and develop coping skills to better manage any mental health symptoms they may experience.
How can first responders get access to mental health support?
Many first responders can access therapy for free or at a very low cost through their employer, such as through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Workplaces may also offer or have referral recommendations for support groups, where first responders can meet with others in their profession to receive support. Individuals who would like to access mental health services outside of their employer may use their insurance benefits to see a therapist, which they can find by searching for therapists online or asking for recommendations from their primary care physician.
What type of therapy is best for first responders?
The best therapy approach depends on the mental health concerns of the client. Since many first responders struggle with trauma or PTSD, they may benefit from trauma-specific therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Exposure Therapy, or Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Individuals with symptoms of anxiety, depression, or stress may alternatively benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based therapeutic approaches, which can help clients develop coping skills to manage distressing thoughts.
Can therapy for first responders help with trauma and PTSD?
Therapy can be highly effective in both treating and preventing trauma and PTSD in first responders. Typically, therapy for trauma and PTSD focuses on developing stress management skills and managing intrusive or unwanted thoughts. Therapists working with first responders often help clients strengthen their relationships and reduce harmful coping mechanisms, such as excessive substance use. Additionally, therapists assist first responders in establishing daily habits that support overall mental and physical health and enhance resilience to future stress, such as regular physical exercise, mindfulness practices, and improved eating habits.