Dominic Valdes, LCSW

Dominic Valdes is an LCSW who focuses on helping people manage relationship pain, jealousy, and the effects of trauma. He works with clients who are dealing with anxiety, depression, substance concerns, and struggles around intimacy. He aims to create a calm, straightforward space where people can talk about what’s happening in their lives and figure out next steps.

He draws from practical methods like cognitive behavioral techniques and client-centered work to help people notice patterns and try new ways of relating. He also uses dialectical behavior skills to teach emotion regulation and grounding tools for intense moments. EMDR is part of his approach for people processing traumatic memories.

Dominic has 17 years of clinical experience practicing in California. He brings experience supporting people from the LGBTQ+ community and those navigating non-traditional relationship structures, infidelity, and issues around sexual expression. He also helps with abandonment concerns, attachment patterns, and struggles with control and commitment.

Sessions focus on clear goals and doable practices between meetings. He helps people build skills for anger, isolation, and low self-esteem while addressing addictions and sexual health concerns when relevant. The work emphasizes small, steady changes that improve day-to-day life.

Dominic communicates in English and holds a California LCSW license. Prospective clients are encouraged to follow the site’s booking steps to match and schedule a session based on availability.

How his approaches work online and in sessions

Dominic often draws from client-centered therapy, which centers the person's experience and priorities. This approach means sessions begin by listening and shaping goals around what matters to the client. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors that reduce anxiety and improve relationships.

He also uses dialectical behavior therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. These skills help when jealousy, anger, or intense emotions get in the way of daily life. Dominic treats approach selection as a team effort and will help clients decide which methods fit their needs and preferences as work progresses.

If you are considering online options, confirm the session formats offered before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Many people find remote sessions help fit therapy into work or family schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Online work can also make it easier to use tools and worksheets together in session and to practice skills between meetings. Licensed professionals tailor the mix of methods and activities so therapy fits a client's goals and everyday routine.