Claudia Boles, LCSW
Licensed California LCSW for trauma and grief
- 20 years experience
- Trauma and grief support
- Holistic integrative care
About Claudia Boles
Claudia Boles is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with two decades of experience in hospital, healthcare, and mental health settings. She earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Southern California, where she also completed undergraduate studies in social sciences and Spanish language. Her background supports work with people facing challenging health conditions and chronic illness, as well as those coping with grief and bereavement, trauma and abuse, depression, and anxiety. One particular area of focus is supporting individuals who have lost loved ones to suicide, and she regularly works with people from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Claudia applies a holistic, integrative approach that draws on cognitive behavioral, trauma-informed, and strengths-based methods, and she weaves mindfulness and motivational interviewing techniques into her work. To clarify credentials, LCSW means Licensed Clinical Social Worker and indicates a license to practice clinical social work; MSW denotes a master level degree in social work that prepared her for clinical practice.
She understands human functioning as shaped by many interacting factors - psychological, cognitive, biological and medical, developmental, familial, social, educational and vocational, spiritual, cultural, and societal - and tailors care with those influences in mind. Her work emphasizes building adaptive coping skills, expanding insight, and taking practical steps toward change through collaborative effort.
Outside clinical roles she has volunteered with community organizations and served as a Crisis Counselor for Crisis Text Line. She also has a strong appreciation for nature and the arts. Colleagues describe her as compassionate, empathetic, and invested in clients' well-being, and she is committed to making the therapeutic experience as effective and meaningful as possible.
Claudia applies a holistic, integrative approach that draws on cognitive behavioral, trauma-informed, and strengths-based methods, and she weaves mindfulness and motivational interviewing techniques into her work. To clarify credentials, LCSW means Licensed Clinical Social Worker and indicates a license to practice clinical social work; MSW denotes a master level degree in social work that prepared her for clinical practice.
She understands human functioning as shaped by many interacting factors - psychological, cognitive, biological and medical, developmental, familial, social, educational and vocational, spiritual, cultural, and societal - and tailors care with those influences in mind. Her work emphasizes building adaptive coping skills, expanding insight, and taking practical steps toward change through collaborative effort.
Outside clinical roles she has volunteered with community organizations and served as a Crisis Counselor for Crisis Text Line. She also has a strong appreciation for nature and the arts. Colleagues describe her as compassionate, empathetic, and invested in clients' well-being, and she is committed to making the therapeutic experience as effective and meaningful as possible.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceFamily problemsFirst responder issuesHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Claudia Boles have?
Claudia Boles has 20 years of experience.
Is Claudia Boles a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: CA LCSW 23351.
In which languages does Claudia Boles provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Claudia Boles located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Claudia Boles as my therapist?
You can work with Claudia Boles through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Claudia Boles work with international clients?
Claudia Boles does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Claudia Boles cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the Start Therapy button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the Start Therapy button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Sessions
Claudia often draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Sessions using CBT focus on practical skills and structured strategies to address current challenges.She also uses Trauma-Focused Therapy to help people who have experienced traumatic events process their reactions and build resilience. This approach emphasizes understanding how trauma affects emotions and behavior and developing tools to manage distress and improve daily functioning.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Claudia collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She works together with clients to try techniques, evaluate what helps, and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to access consistent care from different locations and schedules. These options allow clients to engage in therapy in ways that suit their routines and comfort levels while maintaining regular contact with licensed professionals and therapists for ongoing support.