LMFT, 9 years of experience
Frequently rebooked
Are you having a hard time? Feeling depressed, anxious, or stressed? If so, I can be your guide on the path to change. If you are looking for a therapist who is approachable yet direct, I may be the LMFT for you! Feeling connected to your therapist is vital for effective treatment. Therefore, I strive to be approachable, authentic, and most importantly, present for you. My sessions are oriented in talk therapy via telehealth. I provide treatment to clients in the state of California and graduated with my Masters of Science degree in Counseling from Sacramento State University. Working as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have over nine years of experience in community mental health centers, non-profits, hospital systems, and inpatient settings.
In our first session, we’ll focus on getting to know you—discussing your background, your experiences, and developing treatment goals together. This is an opportunity for you to share what’s most important and what you hope to achieve. In our follow-up sessions, we’ll dive deeper into what’s been on your mind, explore any challenges you’re facing, and work together to identify the skills and strategies that will help you manage stressors and continue making progress.
One of my greatest strengths as a therapist is my ability to genuinely connect with clients. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment in which you will feel both understood and valued.
As a therapist, I am passionate about supporting clients who face a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression (specifically non postpartum), grief, caregiver stress, LGBTQIA+ issues and adversity, as well as religious trauma. I find fulfillment in helping individuals explore and understand their emotions, identities, and life paths. My approach is centered on creating a safe, non-judgemental space where clients can openly express themselves and work towards meaningful change and healing.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a widely used, evidence based form of therapy that focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It helps clients identify and change negative thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress and unhealthy coping. CBT is helpful for clients dealing with a range of challenges and empowers them to take an active role in their treatment. I have utilized CBT throughout my counseling career to help my clients identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and beliefs that contribute to emotional distress.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a type of therapy that emphasizes balancing acceptance and change. It offers a structured approach to developing healthier coping skills, improving emotional resilience, and fostering more stable relationships. This treatment method has proven effective for a wide range of mental health issues by teaching the four key skills of mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. I have used various DBT skills with many of my clients over the years to assist with self regulation, strengthening relationships, and decreasing impulsive behaviors.
Brainspotting is a powerful tool that can be used to access and process depression, trauma, anxiety, and other challenges by connecting with deeper parts of the brain. I use brainspotting with clients of mine who need treatment beyond just talk therapy. I use this to assist them with establishing a mind-body connection, creating a safe space, and self regulation.
Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is a goal-oriented, brief therapy approach that emphasizes finding solutions rather than focusing on problems. SFBT focuses on client strengths, goal setting, and is future oriented. I have used SFBT with a number of clients who are looking for a time-limited and empowering approach to meeting their goals.
This is a therapeutic approach that focuses on identifying and leveraging a client’s strengths, resilience, and past successes to help them navigate challenges. Rather than focusing solely on the problems, I use this approach to empower my clients by recognizing their abilities and internal resources. In therapy, I incorporate strength based techniques by validating clients’ progress, highlighting their coping skills, and helping them reframe struggles as opportunities for growth, fostering confidence and self efficacy.
2 ratings with written reviews
April 25, 2025
I'd check more than two! Warm, authentic and intelligent. Mari is very comfortable to speak with and I appreciate her thoughts and feedback
March 17, 2025
She is more than just the two I selected. She is Authentic. intelligent and empowering. She provides a safe environment and is easy to talk with.