Hi, I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I've been practicing for 7 years in the Central Valley. I’m a trauma focused therapist that also works from an attachment-based and narrative approach. My therapeutic approach focuses on strengthening people’s empowerment as they navigate their very real human experiences. I place value on exploring and processing emotions to help strengthen healthy attachments and feelings of safety.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

I enjoy using the first session to get to know one another. I understand that a therapeutic relationship takes trust of the client and I value building our relationship to help strengthen that trust. I will also spend time hearing from you what unique, specific challenges bring you to therapy. This allows us to create goals and direction to therapy.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

My flexibility and creativity allows me to hold whatever my clients bring into the room that day while also staying connected to their overall goals of therapy. My value and strengths in building relationships with my clients allows for fostering my clients' empowerment and growth.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I have a heart for working with first responders and their families as they navigate their unique life experiences. I enjoy working with adults, couples, and families that are experiencing a wide range of challenges. Whether you’re beginning your therapy journey or continuing it, my goal is to help you feel supported and empowered to reach your goals.

About Denae Takemoto