Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- California
- Years in practice
- 30
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Abel
Abel Fernandez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience. He uses clear, practical methods to help people manage stress, anxiety, anger, and life transitions. He speaks English and Spanish and practices in California.
Abel emphasizes a collaborative approach. He asks questions, listens closely, and helps people identify small, doable steps. Sessions focus on real problems like parenting strain, low self-esteem, depression, grief, and workplace stress.
He frames each plan around what the person already does well.
Background and approach
His work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness techniques, and motivational interviewing. These tools are used to change unhelpful thinking, build calmer habits, and strengthen motivation for change. Abel keeps explanations plain so people can try new skills between sessions.
People come to him for concerns that include ADHD, family conflict, communication problems, and trauma or abuse. He also helps with caregiving stress, blended family issues, and feelings of isolation or shame. Each session centers on practical steps suited to a person's daily life.
Abel encourages straightforward goal setting. He helps people measure progress in simple ways and adjust plans when needed. If someone wants structured strategies for anger or wants help moving through grief, he aims to make the work manageable and concrete.
What Abel works with
Everything Abel lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Abel's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Domestic violence
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Multicultural concerns
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Abel lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How his methods translate to online care
Abel uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and change thought patterns that increase stress or anger. CBT breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical steps to shift behavior and mood.He also uses Mindfulness Therapy to help people notice stress responses and build habits that reduce reactivity. Mindfulness skills are simple practices that can be used during a busy day to calm the body and clear thinking.
Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck or unsure about change. This approach focuses on drawing out personal reasons for change and boosting confidence to try new behaviors.
Choosing the right approach is a shared process. Abel will talk with each person about their goals, try methods that fit their situation, and adjust the plan based on what works. He aims for clear, measurable steps so progress is easy to see.
Online sessions provide practical flexibility. Video calls let people work face-to-face when visual cues help. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit a work break. Live chat and text messaging support brief check-ins, skill practice, and follow-up between longer sessions. These options make it easier to keep momentum and use therapy tools in daily life.
Questions people ask about Abel
What concerns does Abel commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, low self-esteem, parenting strain, grief, trauma and related challenges such as ADHD and career stress.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses clear, practical methods that mix Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to build skills and change everyday patterns.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 30 years of professional experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in California.
Where is he licensed and what are his credentials?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, CA LCSW, practicing in California.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as ways to meet.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.