Claudia Duarte , LCSW

Claudia Duarte is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Utah who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and substance use concerns. She often supports those navigating major life changes and young adult issues. Claudia speaks English and Spanish and brings three years of clinical experience to her work.

She aims to create a respectful space where people are seen as whole individuals, not labels. Sessions focus on understanding what feels most pressing, making sense of unhelpful patterns, and building simple, usable tools to cope. Claudia emphasizes dignity and hope in the work she does.

Her approach is collaborative. She listens first, then tailors steps to fit each person's goals and circumstances. Practical strategies and emotional processing are balanced so progress feels manageable.

Claudia has experience responding to crises and helping people find a path forward when things feel overwhelming. She also attends to multicultural concerns, immigration-related stress, and challenges tied to prejudice and discrimination. Women’s issues are a named focus in her practice.

People who choose her can expect conversational sessions that aim to reduce pressure and increase clarity. She supports exploring life purpose, improving communication, and addressing codependency or addiction concerns. The work moves at a steady, realistic pace.

To begin, someone would follow the service's onboarding steps to match and schedule sessions. Claudia works with clients using video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on needs and preference.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Claudia uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on building skills and making sense of emotional patterns. One common element is skills-based work that teaches practical strategies for managing anxiety, mood swings, and cravings; these are short, repeatable exercises you can practice between sessions. Another approach emphasizes understanding patterns in relationships and behavior so people can change habits that keep them stuck, which helps with codependency and communication problems.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Claudia listens to your goals, life circumstances, and preferences, then suggests options and adjusts as you go. The plan can change over time to match what proves most helpful for your situation.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video lets you see nonverbal cues and work more deeply. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when you want to avoid being on camera. Live chat and text messaging allow brief check-ins, shorter focused conversations, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make therapy more flexible for work schedules, childcare, or travel.