I am a licensed mental health professional (LMFT) with over twenty-five years of clinical experience working with people from diverse backgrounds, facing a wide spectrum of issues, and life challenges. Over the years, I've learned that pain is not only unavoidable, but necessary for growth and healing to occur. Our "mistakes" become our best friends if we're willing to learn from them. Utilizing a client centered narrative approach , I assist my clients in finding meaning in the midst of their suffering (a critical step in alleviating pain) so they can move on confidently with their relationships, their work, their dreams and aspirations. It is an honor and a privilege to walk alongside my clients during this highly creative process. And it is my greatest joy to witness their growth and healing.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Immigration issues, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
CA LMFT 130831
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Cecilia is an intellgent and caring individual. She makes me feel comfortable sharing my feelings and thoughts. She listens to me and gives me valid feedback. She is the best.
Written on Nov 08, 2024 after therapy with Cecilia for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
I am so incredibly grateful to have Cecilia in my corner. Within a few sessions of working with her I ended a significant relationship that was no longer serving me but I couldn’t see that truth prior to meeting Cecilia. She turned the lights on the importance of self-respect, listening to my intuition and subsequently trusting my own voice. She is a compassionate gift!! I value her words of wisdom so deeply.
Written on Oct 09, 2024 after therapy with Cecilia for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and career difficulties
Cecilia is a great therapist! She’s knowledgeable, empathetic, and is helping me through all of the ups and downs I’m experiencing. I love working with her and can’t wait for the chance to grow with her.
Written on Sep 17, 2024 after therapy with Cecilia for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
I struck gold with Cecilia. Not only is she incredibly observant, empathetic, insightful and wise in her guidance, she's also super responsive, supportive and encouraging via messaging. I can't believe how fortunate I am! Initially, I was reluctant to do video sessions with someone I hadn't met in person, but I've come to appreciate the multi-channel access, flexible scheduling and high quality of therapy I've experienced with Better Help—and specifically, with Cecilia.
Written on Jul 12, 2024 after therapy with Cecilia for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Cecilia came to me during an extremely uneasy time of my life. She's brought me a sense of peace and calm. She offers me productive suggestions to help me with my goals. I appreciate her counseling.
Written on May 26, 2024 after therapy with Cecilia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Cecilia is knowledgeable and will go out of her way to help you and talk you through hard feelings and situations. She responds quickly to messages and always has comforting and encouraging words. She’s also soft spoken and easy to talk to.
Written on May 19, 2024 after therapy with Cecilia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and anger management