- Stress and anxiety
- Communication
- Life purpose
About Carlos
Carlos Rizo Lopez is a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 10 years of professional experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, family conflict, low self-esteem, and depression. Carlos also focuses on issues like communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, isolation, panic attacks, and questions about life purpose.
He keeps sessions straightforward and practical. Conversations focus on what is happening now and on steps clients can try between meetings. He adapts the pace to each person's needs and emphasizes clear, respectful dialogue.
In sessions he helps people untangle relationship patterns and improve how they communicate. He addresses how worry and panic show up in daily life and offers ways to reduce their hold. When guilt or shame are present, he helps people name those feelings and consider different responses.
Carlos supports people working on self-esteem and self-love by identifying small, manageable changes. For those rethinking work, relationships, or direction, he helps clarify values and options without promising a single right answer. His approach is grounded in practical, evidence-based therapeutic techniques applied to each person's situation.
To get started he guides people through an initial matching step and a first scheduled session. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish and operate under his California LCSW credential.
How therapeutic methods translate to online sessions
Evidence-based techniques he uses focus on practical skills and identifying unhelpful patterns. One common approach is skill-building for anxiety and panic management, which involves learning breathing and grounding strategies, recognizing triggers, and practicing short exercises to reduce intense symptoms. This helps when worry or panic interrupts daily routines.Another approach emphasizes communication work to address relationship and family strains. That involves practicing clearer ways to express needs, setting boundaries, and rehearsing conversations so interactions feel more manageable. These methods are useful for reducing repeated conflict and improving everyday exchanges.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which techniques suit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts methods over time. Clients and the therapist check what is helping and change course when something is not a good fit.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as specific online options are not listed in the biography. Many people choose online sessions when they need to fit meetings into work or family schedules, want shorter check-ins, or prefer not to travel. Online formats can make it easier to keep regular sessions and try new skills between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict, low self-esteem, and depression. Additional focus areas include communication problems, control issues, guilt, shame, isolation, panic attacks, and life purpose.
How would he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He uses practical, evidence-based techniques to look at current patterns and small next steps. The focus is on clear conversation and actions you can try between sessions.
What is his professional background?
He has 10 years of professional work experience and practices as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. That experience includes supporting people with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is licensed in California and holds the LCSW credential listed in his profile.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.