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Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Chula Vista, CA 91910
Managed by Grow Therapy. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Let's Connect (619) 492-7323
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Managed by Grow Therapy. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Telehealth (Video) Only. My name is Gertrudis and I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 14 years of experience. My clinical expertise is in working with children, teenagers, and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and stress. I also have much experience in helping people dealing with relationship problems, life transitions, grief, trauma and parenting challenges. My aim is to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment to help clients become empowered in managing overwhelming feelings such as sever stress, anxiety and depression.
I utilize different interventions and techniques from different evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy. I am certified in the Positive Parenting Program, which is shown to improve parent and child relationships.
I aspire to provide clients with guidance and support to resolve challenges and problems. Together, we can identify your internal resources and strengths, leading to meaningful and lasting positive life changes. I will be honored to respond to your phone call, discuss your concerns, and arrange an initial consultation.
Take the first step to help. Call or Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling now - (619) 492-7323

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Chula Vista, CA 91910

(619) 492-7323

Los Angeles, CA 90071

Accepting new clients! I offer sessions only via Telehealth. I am available Mondays and Fridays from 9am-2pm.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Peer Relationships 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (619) 492-7323
Photo of Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Managed by Grow Therapy. Your call or email may go to a representative.

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Chula Vista, CA 91910

(619) 492-7323

Los Angeles, CA 90071

Accepting new clients! I offer sessions only via Telehealth. I am available Mondays and Fridays from 9am-2pm.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Peer Relationships 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $130
  • Pay by American Express, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • All Savers
  • AvMed
  • Blue Shield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna - Medicare
  • Elevance
  • Golden Rule
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I am in-network for Aetna, Anthem/Elevance, Blue Shield, Oscar Health, Oxford, and United Health Care UCH/UBH. Please reach out with any questions, I will be happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
or call with questions - (619) 492-7323
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Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
"
I am in-network for Aetna, Anthem/Elevance, Blue Shield, Oscar Health, Oxford, and United Health Care UCH/UBH. Please reach out with any questions, I will be happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
or call with questions - (619) 492-7323
Photo of Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LMFT 113631 Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling
  • In Practice for 16 Years
  • Attended San Diego State University , Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy , Graduated 2010
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I have over 14 years of experience helping adults, teens and children in times of stress and crisis. I am licensed in CA and hold additional certification in Positive Parenting Program (Triple P), an evidenced-based parenting program.
or call with questions - (619) 492-7323
Photo of Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
"
I have over 14 years of experience helping adults, teens and children in times of stress and crisis. I am licensed in CA and hold additional certification in Positive Parenting Program (Triple P), an evidenced-based parenting program.
or call with questions - (619) 492-7323
Photo of Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Peer Relationships

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Career Counseling
  • Child or Adolescent
  • Coping Skills
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Obesity
  • Parenting
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? or (619) 492-7323
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Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (619) 492-7323
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Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (619) 492-7323
Photo of Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (619) 492-7323
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Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Location

Primary Location

Chula Vista, CA 91910

(619) 492-7323

Additional Location

Los Angeles, CA 90071

(619) 492-7323
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Accepting new clients! I offer sessions only via Telehealth. I am available Mondays and Fridays from 9am-2pm.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (619) 492-7323
Photo of Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
"
Accepting new clients! I offer sessions only via Telehealth. I am available Mondays and Fridays from 9am-2pm.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (619) 492-7323
Photo of Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT