Frequently Asked Questions

 Participating in therapy can offer several benefits, including:

• Increasing and strengthening coping skills and problem-solving skills
• Help you cope, manage, and move through situations that cause you anger, grief, stress, anxiety, and depression
• Improving communication and listening skills
• Changing negative thoughts and behaviors into more healthy, positive ones
• Improving your self-esteem and self-confidence

 La Vida Counseling Center & Stepping Stones Family Counseling

162 N. Glassell St. #C, Orange 92867

Telehealth Services can be provided to anyone in California

 State law and professional ethics require therapists to maintain confidentiality except for the following scenarios:

• Suspected  past or present abuse/neglect of children, dependent adults, and elders  based on information provided by the client or collateral sources
• If  the therapist has reason to suspect that the client is  seriously/imminently in danger of harming him/herself or has threatened  to harm another person
• A situation where a minor could be in danger
• There is a legal case where the mental/emotional status of the client is an issue

 I accept cash, check, and credit cards. Checks made payable to Luisa Contreras 

 Please Ask During Consultation

In order to reschedule or cancel your appointment, please notify me at least 24 hours in advance. If you do not provide 24 hours notice, you are responsible for payment for the missed session. 

If you are currently experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 911 or visit your local emergency room.