Cynthia Evelyn Gonzalez, Therapist
Cynthia Gonzalez helps adults across California navigate life’s emotional challenges with compassion, cultural sensitivity, and a grounded therapeutic approach. At LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for adults and seniors, supporting clients through issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, identity exploration, and life transitions. Cynthia creates a safe and affirming space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to grow at their own pace.
Drawing from over a decade of clinical experience, Cynthia integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with a personalized, relational style. She specializes in working with members of the LGBTQ+ community and individuals exploring gender identity, offering affirming care that honors each person’s unique experience. Cynthia also works with clients navigating the lasting effects of trauma and PTSD, guiding them through the healing process with empathy and skill. Her experience includes working with women managing anxiety, self-esteem concerns, and the demands of caregiving or life transitions, and she is deeply attuned to how intersecting identities shape mental health.
Cynthia is especially passionate about supporting individuals who may feel marginalized or misunderstood. Her work with adults on the autism spectrum and those exploring their cultural or familial identity reflects her commitment to inclusive, person-centered care. Whether helping someone process past pain or build resilience for the future, Cynthia provides tools that promote clarity, emotional regulation, and meaningful self-reflection.
Outside of her clinical work, Cynthia finds balance through creative expression and nature. She enjoys sewing, scrapbooking, and solving puzzles—activities that reflect her detail-oriented and intuitive nature. She also finds joy in catching sunsets, exploring national parks, and learning to cook traditional Mexican dishes, honoring her heritage and deepening her connection to family traditions.
Cynthia Gonzalez provides therapy in both English and Spanish, serving diverse communities throughout California.
Provider Introduction
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.
- Domestic violence & abuse
- Emotional abuse
- LGBTQ+
- Sexual trauma
- Trauma & PTSD
- Anxiety
- Depression/feeling down
- Gender identity
- General relationship issues
- Marital stress or divorce
- Panic attacks
- Premarital counseling
- Racial identity
- Self-esteem
- Social injustice
- Stress management
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)
- Lucet (SCAN Health Plan)
- 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
- Spanish
Education
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University of California - Santa Barbara
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Pacifica Graduate Institute
New patient?
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Questions
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Cynthia Evelyn Gonzalez. You can also call 925-282-1778 to have someone assist you.
Cynthia Evelyn Gonzalez generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 925-282-1778 to find out Cynthia Evelyn Gonzalez'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 Cynthia Evelyn Gonzalez:
- 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)
- Lucet (SCAN Health Plan)
- 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 925-282-1778 to see how we can help.
Cynthia Evelyn Gonzalez is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Cynthia Evelyn Gonzalez works at:
Yes, Cynthia Evelyn Gonzalez does offer online telehealth visits.
No, Cynthia Evelyn Gonzalez is not currently offering in-office visits. They are offering online telehealth appointments.
- English
- Spanish