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Symone Berry

Symone Berry

LCSW

California

Warm motivational therapist focused on practical change

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, California / 129178
Experience
3 years
Languages
English
Location
California

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    • Motivational Interviewing
    • Solution-Focused Therapy
    • Strengths-based support

    About Symone

    Symone Berry is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in California who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, compassion fatigue, and life changes. She speaks English and brings a calm, encouraging presence to sessions. Symone emphasizes practical steps and small, achievable goals so clients can see progress quickly.

    She uses Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy to help people tap into their own motivation and build workable plans. Sessions focus on what matters now and on skills clients can try between meetings. Symone aims to make the process collaborative and respectful of each person’s pace.

    Her background includes school counseling and crisis intervention, which shape her practical approach to problem solving. That experience informs how she supports stress management, confidence-building, and emotion regulation. She also offers strategies for parents and caregivers to help with children’s emotional well-being.

    Symone believes people are the experts on their own lives and that change starts with small steps. She uses clear language and concrete techniques rather than jargon. Her style is warm and down-to-earth, aimed at helping clients feel heard and capable of moving forward.

    To get started, prospective clients select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. Session costs vary with location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

  2. Motivation and Practical Steps for Online Care

    Motivational Interviewing focuses on drawing out a person's own reasons for change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to help someone weigh their options and find motivation that fits their values. This approach can help with low motivation, readiness for change, and making life transitions more manageable.

    Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on what is working now and on small, realistic next steps. Sessions identify clear, short-term goals and concrete actions people can try between meetings. This method is useful for stress, building confidence, and solving immediate problems.

    Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively with each person to decide which methods fit best, based on their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration helps shape goals and the pace of work together.

    Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and reducing travel time. Online sessions can make it easier to keep regular appointments and use short check-ins when days are tight. Because session formats are not specified here, confirm the available options before booking to learn how sessions can fit your routine.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCoping with life changes

    Also works with

    DepressionCompassion fatigue

    Additional focus areas

    Family problems

    Therapeutic approaches

    Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    3+ years

    Listed in

    California

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does Symone help with?

    She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, coping with life changes, and family problems.

    What is her therapeutic style?

    Her approach is collaborative and strengths-based, using Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy to set goals and build practical steps.

    How much clinical experience does she have?

    She has three years of direct experience as a therapist, with earlier background in school counseling and crisis intervention.

    What credentials and location apply?

    She holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential - LCSW - and practices in California.

    Which languages are offered and can international clients work together?

    Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

    What session formats are available?

    Session formats are not specified in this biography; please confirm current session options before booking.

    How are sessions priced?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working with her?

    Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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