FindADHDTherapists

The therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp and we will earn a commission if you use our link - at no cost to you.

LCSW

Abel Fernandez, LCSW

  • Experience30 years
  • LocationCalifornia
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Parenting
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Therapy
  • LanguagesEnglish and Spanish
View booking options

Check the available next steps for working with Abel online.

About Abel

Abel Fernandez is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in California who draws on 30 years of experience to support people facing a wide range of life challenges.

Background and approach

He uses practical, strength-focused methods to help clients manage stress, anxiety, depression, and ADHD-related obstacles, and he assists with relationship and family issues, grief, anger, career concerns, and coping with major life changes. Abel emphasizes clients' existing strengths and treats them as experts in their own stories while offering guidance to build confidence and motivation.

Grounded in evidence-based practices, Abel integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness techniques, and motivational interviewing to tailor support to each person's needs. He also addresses specific concerns such as parenting challenges, social anxiety, multicultural stressors, codependency, abandonment, caregiver stress, and blended family dynamics.

Services are offered in English and Spanish to serve a broader community across California, and his approach is collaborative and respectful, aimed at helping people take meaningful steps forward.

Integrating Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many day-to-day difficulties. Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and stress reduction through breathing, body awareness, and acceptance practices that can support emotional regulation and resilience.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with clients to assess goals, preferences, and progress, and may combine elements of CBT, mindfulness, and motivational techniques to create a personalized plan that fits each person's needs.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to connect from different locations within California. These formats support ongoing work on skills, motivation, and coping strategies while allowing clients to choose the way of meeting that best suits their daily life and comfort.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Abel commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship and family challenges, grief, anger, career issues, and coping with life changes, along with related areas like parenting and social anxiety.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
His practice blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to offer skills-based and reflective work aimed at building motivation and coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Abel brings 30 years of professional experience to his practice, applying long-term clinical knowledge to a variety of mental health and life concerns.
Where is Abel licensed and based?
He is a licensed clinical social worker in California and holds the credential CA LCSW 11015.
What languages are available for therapy?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish to accommodate bilingual clients.
Which session formats does he provide?
He conducts video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to offer flexible ways to engage in therapy.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability to begin the process.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDomestic violenceGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMulticultural concernsSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English, Spanish

What Abel can help with

Abel Fernandez works with clients on stress and anxiety, parenting issues, self esteem, and depression.

Abel works with clients with stress and anxiety, parenting issues, motivation, and self esteem.

How Abel approaches therapy

Abel's clinical approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

Experience and training

Abel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in California, with 30 years of clinical experience.