My name is Taylor, LCSW-S. I’m excited to connect with you and share a bit about myself and my approach. As you explore my background and the way I work, it’s crucial that you feel confident in choosing the right practitioner for your journey. I’m here to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where we can collaboratively navigate your unique experiences.
Taylor Cardenas, LCSW-S
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisor (she, her)
- Work best with: Adults, Older Adults, Couples, Medical Professionals, LGBTQ+ Community
- Appointments: Both in-person and telehealth
- Manage Medications: Provides therapy and collaborates closely with our psychiatry team for medication management, available through internal referral if needed.
Self Scheduling
My approach to therapy is very relational and patient centered as I focus on the concerns of the patient and build on their strengths. I like to face issues by taking a deeper look into them to gain insight and awareness in hopes to find the best solution or approach. Whatever the patient is concerned about and wants to focus on is what spearheads our work together. I have provided support to those in the medical field such as nurses, physicians, and support staff. I have worked with the LGBTQ+ community since the beginning of my social work experience. I am neuro-divergent affirming.
I believe that “knowledge is power” and love to teach and learn along with my patients. I also believe that it is crucial that the patient be treated as a whole, from all biological, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects; therefore, I often focus on how these different aspects of a patient’s life interact with each other.
Patients have said I genuinely care, I’m kind, compassionate, and empathetic. I am also trustworthy, loyal, and will always be welcoming. I think that my professional and personal experiences can shed a unique insight on any situation. As well, patients have said that they have enjoyed being able to talk to someone who does not judge or shame them; someone who listens to them completely and who is motivated to help them find a solution, when needed.
Credentials
Education
Master of Social Work, Baylor University, 2018
Personal Interests
I was born and raised in North Dakota. I love spending time outdoors. I have a three-legged a dog named Karl. I like listening to books and I’m a big Harry Potter fan. I enjoy playing board, card, or video games with my family and friends. My favorite sport to play is volleyball. I have a love for geography and exploring new things.
In-network and Self Pay
Insurance Accepted
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Seton Health Plan
- Employers Health Network
- Aetna
- Sana Benefits
- UnitedHealthcare/Optum
- Cigna/Evernorth
- Medicare
- Partners Direct Health
Self Pay
$180
Self-pay and out-of-pocket session costs for clients without insurance coverage for mental health services.
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialities
ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Personal Growth, Stress or Burnout, Self-Esteem, Sleep Issues, Life transitions, Boundaries, Chronic Illness
Expertise
- ADD / ADHD
- Addiction
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Attachment Trauma or Insecurity
- Bipolar Disorder
- Boundaries / Assertiveness
- Career Counseling / Professional Growth
- Childhood Abuse or Neglect
- Chronic Illness
- Codependency
- Cultural Identity / Acculturation Stress
- Depression
- Existential Issues
- Infertility / Miscarriages
- Life Transitions
- Loss or Grief
- Marital Conflict / Partner Conflict
- Open Relationship / Polyamory
- Personal Growth
- Postpartum Depression or Anxiety
- Self-Esteem / Negative Self-Talk
- Sleep Problems
- Social Anxiety
- Stress / Burnout
- Trauma / PTSD
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT)
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Journal Therapy
- Mindfulness-Based Interventions
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Narrative Therapy
- Person-Centered (Rogerian)
- Positive Psychology
- Psychoanalytic
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Locations
Client Focus
- Age Groups Served: Adults, Elders (65+)
- Participant Types: Individual and Relationship Counseling
- Language Spoken: English