- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Life purpose questions
About Iris
Iris Duarte is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 15 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Her work also covers communication problems, forgiveness, isolation and loneliness, and questions about life purpose.
She uses clear, practical conversation to help people sort priorities and notice unhelpful patterns. Sessions often involve talking through recent problems, identifying small steps, and practicing ways to manage intense feelings like panic or low mood. Iris aims to help people rebuild confidence and get unstuck after major life shifts.
In her practice she pays attention to how past hurt can affect current choices. That can mean looking at reactions that were once protective but now block forward movement. She helps people name what matters, set manageable goals, and try new behaviors between sessions.
Iris draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address trauma, anxiety, and mood concerns. She works with clients to develop coping skills for panic attacks, steady everyday routines, and improved communication habits. The emphasis is practical - what to try this week, and how to notice if it helps.
People who want to explore life purpose or regain confidence after a change will find straightforward support. To begin, she asks clients to describe current stresses and concrete goals. From there she collaborates on next steps and session pacing that suit each person.
Evidence-based approaches and how online sessions are used
She draws on well-established, evidence-based techniques to address anxiety and trauma. One common method focuses on teaching skills to manage intense physical reactions and panic attacks, such as breathing strategies, grounding, and short behavioral practices that reduce immediate overwhelm. This is useful for people who need tools they can use when symptoms arise.Another approach targets mood and self-esteem by helping people identify negative thinking patterns and try small behavioral experiments. These steps help test beliefs about oneself, rebuild confidence, and create steadier daily routines that support better mood regulation.
Working out the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will review your concerns, goals, and how you respond to initial techniques, then adjust methods together. Clients and the therapist decide what to try next based on what feels feasible and relevant.
Confirm current session delivery options before booking, since the profile does not list formats. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a week by removing travel time, supporting shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and allowing conversations from more convenient locations. Mention practical needs when you match so session length and pacing can be arranged to fit everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, LGBT-related concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
How does she approach someone who feels stuck?
She uses practical conversation to identify patterns, set small goals, and practice coping strategies between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional experience as a clinician.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in California.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats does she offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the profile.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.