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Claudia Santiago, 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 13 reviews
Speaks English and Spanish
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

My therapist has been exceptional at finding out the underlying causes for my depression and anxiety beneath all the other behaviors that are perceived as abnormal. She is compassionate, I feel safe, and I trust the exercises and her opinions about different types of mental health. I would highly recommend her.

Reviewed November 2024

Claudia is very helpful. She's so supportive and always has something really enlightening and insightful to say about my situation. I really respect and value her input.

Reviewed August 2024

More about Claudia

  • 11 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am licensed in California with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Addictions Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Abandonment Attachment issues Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Dissociation Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family problems Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hoarding Immigration issues Intellectual disability Jealousy Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Trichotillomania

Licenses

Claudia Santiago's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871926980.

  • LCSW · California · 109498 · Expires July 2026

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 Santiago

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

13 reviews

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Clients mention: Recommend Helpful Anxiety Supportive Understanding Amazing Attentive Great Helped Professional

My therapist has been exceptional at finding out the underlying causes for my depression and anxiety beneath all the other behaviors that are perceived as abnormal. She is compassionate, I feel safe, and I trust the exercises and her opinions about different types of mental health. I would highly recommend her.

Reviewed November 2024

Claudia is very helpful. She's so supportive and always has something really enlightening and insightful to say about my situation. I really respect and value her input.

Reviewed August 2024

Claudia has been very helpful with talking out parts of my life. I have some highs where I dont do too much on here cause I'm busy and I have my lows where things become too much and I reach out. She's very understanding of my crazy schedule and helps when I'm able to reach out. It's been nice and she's there to listen.

Reviewed August 2024

Great listener and straight forward.

Reviewed July 2024

Claudia is very perceptive and can find the true issues underlying all my behaviors- intuitive and kind. If you want honest feedback with compassion, I would highly recommend her!

Reviewed June 2024

Claudia is super chill and helps me a lot

Reviewed May 2024

Claudia has been very supportive and reaches out when she hasn't heard from me. I go through ups and downs, and sometimes my downs are pretty low and I'm not mentally able to keep up with things. She tries to help me through when I stop working on myself. She will reach out and recommend a meeting and if I can't attend she sends me low energy mental excercises to get me to focus in the present.

Reviewed May 2024

She has been helpful in identifying a number of factors that have been most significant for my anxiety. She has also helped identify several underlying triggers and family dynamics, while being very personable and supportive. She is flexible with scheduling and understanding if you prefer video or phone. Good experience overall.

Reviewed April 2024

Claudia is truly a 5 star therapist & human being! From the jump she has been nothing but professional, kind, informative, and sincerely a force for good in my life. She has a talent for making difficult topics approachable, in a non judgemental environment, where healing and understanding happen seamlessly. I love that she provides practical tools & habits to incorporate outside of therapy and I leave each session with new insights into (and ways to heal from) the stresses in my life. 10/10 - I would ABSOLUTELY recommend Claudia if you're seeking therapy.

Reviewed December 2023

I came to Claudia feeling so broken and hopeless. Claudia helped me see my strength and taught me a plethora of ways to stay present while managing anxiety and depression. 10/10 would recommend!

Reviewed June 2023

Claudia helps me put a name to my symptoms so I can actually process my feelings. It has been amazing. With the chat feature I feel like I’m never alone. Thank you!

Reviewed June 2023

Amazing and Attentive! Really appreciate the sense of guidance I have to navigate different parts of life! Highly recommend!

Reviewed May 2023

Claudia has been very kind and attentive with me since our first interaction. She is professional and a great listener. I really appreciate that she knows how to ask the right questions and is willing to engage in deep conversation. She also offers constructive criticism in a way that is both helpful and considerate of my feelings. Thanks, Claudia!

Reviewed May 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Claudia Santiago offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Claudia Santiago 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 Santiago speak?

Claudia Santiago speaks English and Spanish.

How many years of experience does Claudia Santiago have?

Claudia Santiago has 11 years of experience.

Where is Claudia Santiago licensed to practice?

Claudia Santiago is licensed to practice in California.

Does Claudia Santiago accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Claudia Santiago 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."

How can I communicate with Claudia Santiago?

Claudia Santiago 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 Santiago?

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.