Psychotherapy Services
Elda Bañuelos, LMFT51076
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Everyone at one time or another, has physical problems that get you to a doctor’s office. Just as we need medical attention for physical problems, we also need counseling for emotional problems. Our mind and body work together and if something is wrong within us, it will show in how we think, feel, and behave. For example, if we’re tired and sleepy, our eyes may struggle to stay open and we do not function to the maximum of our ability. The same thing happens when we are not emotionally well, other things start falling apart such as our relationships and our functioning at work or school. This is why it is as important to work with a therapist that you trust for your emotional wellness problems. Elda would be honored to walk by your side as you navigate the problems and challenges that life may bring to you unexpectedly or over the past months or years. If you are reading this, it is likely that you’ve been thinking that you may need to talk to someone, so wait no more. Your emotional as well as your physical health are important to your overall well being and happiness.
Services
- Mental Health Assessments
- Individual therapy for adults & teens (13-18 years old)
- Couples Therapy
- Family Therapy
- Educational Groups to manage emotions
- Therapy Group for survivors of trauma
- Clinical Supervision
- Consultation
- Workshops for psychotherapists on burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma
If a man insisted always on being serious, and never allowed himself a bit of fun and relaxation, he would go mad or become unstable without knowing it.
- Herodotus
Elda was born in Mexico and came to the U.S. when she was 8 years old. Elda studied Psychology as an undergrad and Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy Option in Grad school. Elda has worked with migrant families for many years and prior to working as a therapist, worked in educational settings. Elda has over 15 years of experience working as a therapist in several non-profit agencies. Elda has experience working with substance abuse outpatient, mental health outpatient clinics; adults, and children 5 and up. Elda has worked in schools, with military families, Native Americans, Latinos, and LGBTQ+ populations. Elda specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and relationship problems.
Elda’s strength is her cultural humility, as she enjoys learning about different cultures and working with diverse populations. Elda enjoys reading self-help books, playing guitar, listening to music, going to the beach, and spending time with her family, friends, and her dog, Cookie.
Elda Bañuelos, LMFT51076
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Treatment Modalities
I consider myself eclectic as there is no one size fits all model. Some of the theoretical orientations that I use are person-centered, solution-focused, CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT, narrative, humanistic, positive psychology, family systems, and exposure therapy.
Mission
To assist people from diverse cultural backgrounds in loving themselves, finding calmness, happiness, balance, and wellness. To provide psychoeducation and coping skills to help people free themselves from anxiety, trauma, sadness, and dysfunctional relationships. To instill hope in a better tomorrow, to provide tools for everyday life challenges, and to help people heal from the inside out.
Vision
To provide exceptional emotional wellness services and become one of the top rated in the Central Valley.
Values: P.E.A.C.E.
Passionate, Empathic, Accepting, Culturally sensitive, Exceptional
Happiness does not depend on what you have or who you are, it solely relies on what you think.
- Buddha
Signs that you may need help
- Are you often stressed out or worried thinking: “What if something bad happens?”
- Do you bite your nails or do you get fidgety with your hands and/or feet?
- Do you get easily irritated or moody?
- Do you get frequent headaches, stomach aches, neck, or lower back pain?
- Are you struggling to get a good night sleep?
- Has your appetite changed recently?
- Do you feel tired and unmotivated?
- Are you engaging in unhealthy or self-harming behaviors?
- Are you having problems with loved ones?
- Are you having a difficult time concentrating or remembering things?
- Do you feel alone, even when there are people around you?
If you answered yes to several of these questions, it may be time to talk to someone about your emotional health.
You are not alone
How do I know if I need family therapy? Follow the link below
Relaxing Videos
5 minute relaxation by practicing slow deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and listening to soft soothing music.
Relax in less than 5 minutes by practicing imagery at the beach.
6 minutes of progress relaxation while sitting down.
10 minutos de Relajación guidada en el bosque.
Your calm mind is the ultimate weapon against your challenges. So relax.
- Bryant McGill
Contact Me
Feel free to ask any questions over the phone, or get in touch via the contact form below.
Phone
(559) 906-0728
eldabanuelos@protonmail.com
Fax
(559) 515-6504
Hours
Monday - Thursday: 10am - 7pm
Fridays: 8am - 5pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
Tension is who you think you should be. Relaxation is who you are.