Provider Profile

Jocelyn, counselor at Daybreak Counseling Center, smiling at camera wearing white cardigan and cross necklace

Meet Jocelyn Contreras, A.P.C.C.

Jocelyn, counselor at Daybreak Counseling Center, smiling at camera wearing white cardigan and cross necklace
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (A.P.C.C.)

Jocelyn Contreras is an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor offering virtual and in-person therapy for individuals and couples. She specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and working with teens

Areas I Can Help With

Jocelyn works with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and other life concerns. She has particular experience supporting teens and brings a compassionate, collaborative perspective informed by her work in community mental health, private practice, and behavioral support.

My Approach to Therapy

Jocelyn’s therapeutic style is rooted in humanistic, person-centered care, creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. In couples work, she incorporates Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method to strengthen communication and emotional connection. She works alongside clients with empathy and authenticity, helping them build resilience, gain clarity, and reconnect with a stronger sense of self.

Client Focus

Age

Children, Adolescents & Adults

Participants

Individuals & Couples

Communities

Teens & Diverse Client Populations

Languages

English

Treatment Approach

Education

Session Format

In-Person/Online

Location

Cerritos, California

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