I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. I have been in both private practice and Clinical Director of several treatment centers over the past 20 years. I use a variety of techniques with my clients, specializing in addiction and unresolved dysfunctional family issues. Many of my clients have complex trauma stemming from childhood and lack skills to live life in a healthy way. Many struggle with negative behavior patterns that they continue to repeat even after having negative consequences. Much of this frequently leads to symptoms of anxiety, depression, and addictive behaviors
My approach to therapy is meeting each client where they are and collaborating with them to reach their goals. We do this through education, self exploration, and practicing new coping strategies. I believe that change is always possible and patterns can be broken, leading to a fulfilling life. I would be honored to join you in your journey.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Blended Family Issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Dissociation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Mood disorders , Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
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The thing I appreciate most about Cynthia is her fresh perspective on issues. She always has a positive way of looking at things and gives great suggestions on how work though issues as well as explaining the root of the issue! I have been blessed beyond my expectations by working with her. BetterHelp gets 5 stars from me for recommending Cynthia!!! Thank you ☺️
Written on Oct 02, 2021 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, and eating disorders
Cynthia has been so empathetic and encouraging in all of my sessions with her. She is warm and welcoming and has helped me in many ways.
Written on Oct 01, 2021 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, and self esteem
I feel very comfortable with Cynthia, she is very understanding. I have loved all our conversations, she has a caring genuine sprit.
Written on Aug 11, 2021 after therapy with Cynthia for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, and self esteem
Cynthia has been a wonderful addition to my life! She is always so helpful and compassionate; I would recommend her to anyone in need of quality help!
Written on Jul 17, 2021 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue