Licensed to practice in California and accepts 1 insurance. Specializes in Anxiety, Peer Relationships, Self Esteem and 4 more.
(she/her)
Clients say this provider is
Hello and thank you for taking the time to read about me. My name is Emily Cortez and I am an LMFT in CA. It is my hope to connect with you in a warm, supportive space to help process and tackle the many challenges that life throws at us. I have been practicing in the field going on 5 years now and have experience working with children, teens, families, and adults. I specialize in anxiety, depression, adjustment/life transitions, trauma, and grief/loss.
Clients can expect a warm and friendly therapist who is interested in getting to know them and what brings them to therapy. I aim to be collaborative with client needs and goals that are discussed during the first session.
I generally use CBT and solution-focused approaches but also consider myself client-centered and want to make sure you feel heard and validated to process your thoughts and emotions in a comforting space.
Human connection is what brought me to this career as a therapist. I enjoy connecting with others in a meaningful way and hope to support and empower my clients in any way that I can.
I am particularly interested in working with women ages 18-35 dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, self esteem issues, stress, relationship issues, cultural stress, identity issues. I also remain open to other populations.
Anxiety
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Anger Management
Depression
Grief
Trauma and PTSD
Hispanic / Latinx
Woman
Adults (18 to 64)
California
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4 ratings with written reviews
August 6, 2026
Emily is very nice and makes opening up very easy. She's not only a very good listener but also shows insight into understanding and coping in a healthy way. I'm really enjoying our sessions so far!
April 3, 2026
I finally feel like I found a therapist that works for ME. Emily is very welcoming and open-minded. She does not make me feel like my feelings aren't valid. I feel heard with Emily. I see similarities within us both and look forward to my session with her weekly. Therapy does not feel like an appointment, it feels like a weekly meet up with a good friend. I look forward to learning new techniques to manage my anxiety. I highly recommend Emily.
January 27, 2026
She's extremely welcoming and very friendly!! For my first session I was already really comfortable with her, she's extremely kind! I would highly recommend her :)