Avni Panchal, LCSW
Over the past decade, my career has spanned both public and private sectors. As a public social worker, supervisor, mentor, and coach, I transitioned to personal therapy, training, lecturing, and clinical advising. In every role, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space for open sharing of thoughts and feelings.
My mission is to help people recognize their inner strength and practice self-love, key to living an authentic and thriving life. Despite challenges, with support and guidance, we can persevere and be resilient. Regardless of our background, asking for help and letting someone in can feel vulnerable. We’re conditioned to believe we must solve things alone, but seeking support shows self-love and often reveals we don’t have to go it alone. Asking for help is a sign of strength.
In both personal and professional life, I’ve recognized asking for help as courageous and often revealing my solitude. Vulnerability is bravery, showing authenticity that can be scary. When we let someone in, it’s powerful and allows growth and healing.
Together, we can help reduce self-doubt, judgment, and cultivate compassion, self-love, and strength to live an authentic and thriving life.
Education & Certifications
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, California (LCSW 73399) | September 2016
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Michigan (LCSW 6801109540) | May 2021
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Nevada (LCSW 9402-C) | June 2021
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Kentucky (LCSW 257076) | July 2022
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, New Jersey (LCSW 44SC06156100) | December 2022
Pupils Personnel Services Credential | October 2013
Masters in Social Work, University of California, Berkeley | May 2011
Bachelors in Psychology, Minors in Child Development, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo | June 2009
Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) | June 2021