Very understanding. Calming. Being that he is not your traditional therapist which makes it easier to communicate and less “clinical”.
Javier Zuniga, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Javier is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Javier. View 23 reviews
- Speaks English and Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Extremely helpful
More about Javier
- 26 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
I am licensed in California with 26 years of professional work experience. I am fluently bilingual in Spanish and English. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & anger management. I have worked with many clients in various stages of life and have helped them get through some tough situations. I believe you are the expert of your story and you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming obstacles that challenge you. Seeking help takes courage so I commend you for your courage. I am glad you are making a choice to live a more fulfilling life and I am here to support you in that process.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Javier Zuniga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629560610.
- LCSW · California · 22661 · 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Javier Zuniga
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Very understanding. Calming. Being that he is not your traditional therapist which makes it easier to communicate and less “clinical”.
Extremely helpful
You’re amazing and helped me move through my life so much more deliberately and understand aspects of my life that I never thought about
Javier has been extremely helpful. He is patient and understanding and helps me work through my problems. I feel much better now than I did before starting therapy and I owe a lot of credit to Javier for my improved mood and overall well being
I am grateful for the time I have spent with Javier. He has helped me with a ton. He has showed me how to be introspective and see different perspectives in my situations. I am excited to continue to work with Javier and get me to where I want to be as a person. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone.
Very good at listening an very understanding and kind he is the image of a how a therapist should be I thank him so much and look forward to our sessions
Javier is a great person and a great therapist. I feel I can talk to him about a lot of different topics. I have enjoyed working with him and better help.
Javier is very knowledgeable and super responsive. He listens and provides a better understanding of yourself and your behavior patterns.
Simply the best
I’ve had 3 sessions so far with Javier and when he explains ideas, I am able to piggyback off them, which made me feel like our sessions have been productive and feel better after them.
Since starting my sessions with Mr. Zúñiga my mental health has improved immensely.
Javier is incredibly supportive and has helped me navigate many difficult experiences. Highly recommend him and his expertise.
Have a very unique approach, very calm, very understanding, very collected, but still very supportive and understanding, and still actively listening and involved in the conversation. Great experience all around
He tries to understand me well. He's very patient with me
Javier has been a life changer for me and my healing process, best investment I have ever made.
Javier has worked to clarify my thoughts and get me an unbiased view of my predicament to allow me come up with logical plan in working though my issues and achieve healing.
Javier is so attentive and understanding. He helped me explore my emotions and root problems and providing me tools to overcome my battles. He’s a great listener and compassionate. Would recommend him 100%.
Javier es increíble. Al principio tenía mis dudas de probar Betterhelp, pero me siento gratamente sorprendida. La aplicación es súper sencilla de usar, tiene muchas herramientas con las que te puedes comunicar con tu terapeuta y obtener respuesta casi inmediatamente. Por otro lado, estoy muy feliz que me hayan asignado a Javier como mi terapeuta, siempre está atento y a la escucha, incluso con cosas que yo siento que no son tan importantes, él las recuerda y retoma 4 o 5 sesiones después cuando yo menciono nuevamente el tema. Gracias Javier, infinitas gracias por estar ahí.
He listens and offers ways to communicate and understands your schedule. Appreciate him for that!
In all my years of searching for that one therapist that just gets me and is actually efficient with my invested time in therapy, Javier Zuniga exceeds my expectations. I really connected with him sinse the first message I wrote. In just my first therapy session I felt a real sense of relif and deep understanding. Something that has also exceeded my expectations and has been such a useful tool during my process is the almost daily communication vía text in my journal… he reminds me to stay connected and his messages usually come in the time I most need them. I am very VERY grateful to have been matched with Mr. Zuniga as my therapist.
Javier es una persona que puede hacer cambios en el primer momento que tomas la terapia estoy agradecida mi vida está cambiando poco a poco si tuviera que recomendar lo lo aria al 100% gracias Javier Zúñiga
With just a few sessions he know exctly how to start helping me. Sometimes just a little can do a lot in shore time
Javier has been attentive and thoughtful from his very first greeting to me. He makes sure to take the time in the areas most needed so that I can work through the issues instead of brushing over them. I look forward to each session and feel I am in a better state of mind afterwards.
Frequently asked questions
Does Javier Zuniga offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Javier Zuniga 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 Javier Zuniga speak?
Javier Zuniga speaks English and Spanish.
How many years of experience does Javier Zuniga have?
Javier Zuniga has 26 years of experience.
Where is Javier Zuniga licensed to practice?
Javier Zuniga is licensed to practice in California.
Does Javier Zuniga accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Javier Zuniga accepts 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."
What treatment approaches does Javier Zuniga offer?
Javier Zuniga offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Javier Zuniga?
Javier Zuniga 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 Javier Zuniga?
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.