Hands down the best therapist I’ve ever had!
Claudia Boles, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Claudia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Claudia. View 21 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Claudia listens and asks good questions. She’s very empathetic. She also shares relevant, helpful resources.
More about Claudia
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Thank you for being here and for visiting my profile. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of California. I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from the University of Southern California where I also completed my undergraduate studies in social sciences and Spanish language. I have 20 years of experience in hospitals/healthcare and mental health settings.
I'm particularly knowledgeable about assisting those who struggle with challenging health conditions and illness, grief and loss, bereavement, trauma, abuse, depression and anxiety. One special interest of mine is supporting those who have lost loved ones to suicide. I enjoy working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
I incorporate a holistic, integrative approach meaning that I draw from multiple modalities including cognitive behavioral, trauma-informed and strengths-based. I also incorporate mindfulness and motivational interviewing techniques into my practice. From my viewpoint as a clinician, human functioning and behavior stem from many life experiences and aspects of our lives: psychological, cognitive, biological/physical/medical, genetic, developmental, familial, social, educational/employment/career, spiritual, cultural and societal.
It's important that we search for optimal ways together to maximize individual adaptive coping skills, to broaden insight, and to make positive, practical steps towards change.
In addition to my employment, I've volunteered for several community organizations and non-profits that support health, mental health and/or education. One of my favorite volunteer positions has been serving as a Crisis Counselor for Crisis Text Line. I also have great appreciation for nature and the arts.
My colleagues describe me as compassionate, empathetic and invested in my clients' well-being. I'm dedicated to making the most of any therapeutic experience.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Parenting issues
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Adoption and Foster Care
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended Family Issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain illness and disability
Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster
Domestic Violence
Family Problems
First Responder Issues
Hospice and End of Life Counseling
Immigration Issues
Isolation / loneliness
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Postpartum Depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Self-Harm
Sexual Assault and Abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic Brain Injury
Women's issues
Young Adult Issues
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Claudia Boles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306469887.
- LCSW · California · 23351 · Expires June 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Claudia Boles
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Hands down the best therapist I’ve ever had!
Claudia listens and asks good questions. She’s very empathetic. She also shares relevant, helpful resources.
Claudia is amazing and I am so fortunate to have met her!
My life have change for the best since being with Claudia. I can’t Thank BetterHelp enough for creating this platform. Thank you thank you thank you!
Claudia is consistently helpful and I’d recommend her to anybody
She is impeccable
Claudia is amazing and I’m soo lucky to have her!
I truly love that I have found Claudia. She really dives in to truly learn what you are need help and guidance with. She gives me many different options with dealing with conflicts. My favorite part of working with her is that she completely understands my extremely busy life. ♥️
I have nothing but great things to say about Claudia. As if our sessions weren’t helpful enough, I really appreciate her checking in on me during the week to make sure I’m doing okay.
Excellent, and not boring at all
I love BetterHelp, And I love my therapist. Thank you so much
Attentive, caring, professional, smart. Claudia provides meaningful insight, guidance and support at every step of the journey.
Claudia is amazing! I have improved communication skills bc of her
Claudia had been amazing . I have worked with her for about 2 months and she is very helpful, kind and attentive . She really shows compassion and provides many valuable tools . Thank you Claudia !
I've worked with Claudia for almost a year, and she is wonderfully empathetic, respectful, and thoughtful in her approach towards counseling. During an extremely difficult part of my life, being able to talk with Claudia every day contributed enormously to my growth as a person and to my ability to cope with the challenges I was facing.
Claudia is one of the most helpful and genuinely kind counselors I’ve ever gone to. She handles every issue with grace and expertise and I’m very grateful for all the help she’s given me.
Claudia is really nice and she acknowledges all my worries, pains, and issues! I have felt from the minute we starting doing video therapy, that she truly cares for me and is a very genuine person!
Claudia is kind and supportive and very responsive.
Claudia has been really great and helped me to understand my feelings a lot better. I appreciate the service hugely.
Claudia has been absolutely wonderful. She is understanding, proactive and always has additional advice and provides helpful resources on top of our usual discussion. She’s been wonderful - I feel lucky to have gotten connected with her here on BetterHelp.
After my first session with Claudia I already felt a weight lifted off my shoulders. I just wish I could have found her and BetterHelp sooner!
Frequently asked questions
Does Claudia Boles offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Claudia Boles works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Claudia Boles speak?
Claudia Boles speaks English.
How many years of experience does Claudia Boles have?
Claudia Boles has 20 years of experience.
Where is Claudia Boles licensed to practice?
Claudia Boles is licensed to practice in California.
Does Claudia Boles accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Claudia Boles does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Claudia Boles offer?
Claudia Boles offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Claudia Boles?
Claudia Boles can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Claudia Boles?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.