HM Psychological Services

Irene Ramirez, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW101759)

"My recovery must come first so that everything I love in life does not come last."~Russ Kyle

Clinical Focus
I approach therapy as a collaborative environment. I start where you want to start. You have the expertise in you. I have the modalities and professional experience to help you achieve whatever goal you set out to achieve. The majority of my career has been in outpatient treatment in the county setting. I have worked with all ages though the last few years have been adults and older adults dealing with multiple life transitions. I have worked with individuals who have been affected by but not limited to addiction, recovery, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, identity, career issues, trauma, PTSD, insomnia, and medical issues.  

My most recent experience has been with those with chronic pain, where I worked virtually with individuals who wanted to taper off medication (collaborating with an MD) and pain coaching.  Working with people with chronic pain and letting them know that I believe their pain is real and that it is exactly as they describe it. Working with them to find a new way to live with this chronic condition and realize that it’s unfair and sucks but that they can still have a good life even with this pain. Working with this population that has chronic illnesses that some people can see and sometimes can’t was eye-opening and rewarding. I was able to have a space where they felt open and honest to share their thoughts, worries, and anger at their circumstances.  I was able to give them that free space but also share in their little victories of trying new ways to do things, getting back to their pleasant activities, and being present day to day mentally.

I look forward to working with you!

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