Therapist in Chula Vista, California William Claude Jr., Therapist
Gender Identity: Male (He/Him)
Ages Served: 18-75+
Appointments: In-office and Online
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans
William Claude Jr., MSW, LCSW
Specializes In:
William E. Claude is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2007. He has a Master of Social Work from San Diego State University and a Bachelor of Art Social Work from California State University Sacramento. William’s therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, Valued based treatment, Strength Based approach, Motivational Interviewing, and a person-centered framework. These techniques are tailored to help his clients reach specific needs with the aim of developing greater awareness and self-acceptance.
William believes that these techniques are essential components for establishing a therapeutic relationship by meeting his clients where they are and working collaboratively to help them find healing, transformation, and wellbeing. William works with individuals who struggle with depression and mood disorders, anxiety, substance abuse, life transitions, or who find themselves needing extra support. William views every client that he works with as unique and who deserves a unique approach.
When he’s not working, William enjoys exercising, mountain biking, going to the beach, traveling, attending sporting events, and spending time with his significant other.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Individual Therapy: Ages 18-75+
Areas of Focus
Individual Therapy
Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.
- Alcohol use
- Anxiety
- Depression/feeling down
- Drug/substance use
- Panic attacks
- Self-esteem
- Stress management
- ADHD
- Aging
- Anger issues
- Attention & focus
- Bipolar Disorder
- Career & work issues
- Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
- Early adulthood: Starting college or career
- Gambling
- General relationship issues
- Grief & loss
- Intense mood changes
- Marital stress or divorce
- Men's health/issues
- Other addictive behaviors
- Pornography/sexual behaviors
- Premarital counseling
- Retirement
- Sex & intimacy issues
- Social skills & communication
- Video game/internet
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Shield of California (D)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Central Health Plan of California
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Elevance Health (Anthem BC) (D)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Health Net (MHN)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)
- Kaiser Permanente (SoCal)
- Lakeside Medical (Regal Medical)
- Magellan (D)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare West (TriWest)
Languages
- English
Education
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San Diego State University
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with William Claude Jr.. You can also call 858-786-0104 to have someone assist you.
William Claude Jr. generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 858-786-0104 to find out William Claude Jr.'s schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by William Claude Jr.:
- Aetna
- Blue Shield of California (D)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Central Health Plan of California
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Elevance Health (Anthem BC) (D)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Health Net (MHN)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)
- Kaiser Permanente (SoCal)
- Lakeside Medical (Regal Medical)
- Magellan (D)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare West (TriWest)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 858-786-0104 to see how we can help.
William Claude Jr. is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
William Claude Jr. works at:
Yes, William Claude Jr. does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, William Claude Jr. is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: