I am a licensed Doctor of Mental Health in California with 40 years of experience. Throughout my career, I have supported clients dealing with grief and loss, eating disorders, parenting challenges, and issues related to motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I approach each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I believe in creating personalized treatment plans that address your unique needs. Taking the step toward a more fulfilling and joyful life requires courage, and I am here to support and empower you on that journey toward positive change.
Additional areas of focus: Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
CA LMFT 15382
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Dr. Kaufman is a very knowledgeable and experienced therapist. I have had various therapists throughout my life and I can say Dr. Kaufman is one of the best ones who is absolutely present and mindful in each session. Very understanding and communicative as well. Thank you Dr. Kaufman for guiding me.
Written on Nov 05, 2025 after therapy with Raoul for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr Kaufman is highly experienced and knows how to effectively help people have light bulb moments of awareness and clarity. He is affirmative while helping achieve results.
Written on Jun 26, 2025 after therapy with Raoul for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
In the three sessions with Dr. Kaufman I have been amazed at his keen observations and insight. He is a great listener and his approach to things aligns with me.
Written on Jun 19, 2025 after therapy with Raoul for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and career difficulties
Dr. Kaufman is a kindred and guiding spirit, salt of the earth with wisdom, acceptance, intelligence and guidance to spare. Ready to listen, empathy to hear, expertise to instill. Makes you feel comfortable, heard and you'll even laugh a lot as you do the chore of sifting through and clearing the clutter of self. A gifted person and gift to have has a therapist.
Written on Oct 28, 2024 after therapy with Raoul for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I appreciate dr Kauffman’s wisdom and ability to ask highly relevant questions
Written on Oct 24, 2024 after therapy with Raoul for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues