Licensed to practice in California. Specializes in Anxiety, Life Transitions, Self Esteem and 10 more.

Victoria Zal

(she/her)

LMFT, 9 years of experience

Often rebooked

Solution oriented
Intelligent
Authentic
VirtualAvailable

If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck in familiar patterns, or struggling with emotions, self-esteem, or relationships you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard, deepen self-understanding, and create meaningful change. My approach is trauma-informed, somatic and collaborative, integrating EMDR and practical strategies to support healing, communication, parenting, and life transitions such as immigration, separation, and divorce. I provide a neurodivergence-affirming and LGBTQIA+ affirming space where your experiences are welcomed with support and respect. Together, we'll help you feel more grounded, connected, and confident in yourself and your relationships.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

We start with getting a clear understanding of the concerns that bring you in, your expectations, and how I can be helpful.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I'm open minded, understanding, holistic and will support your healing and growth no mater what the obstacles are.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

If you are overwhelmed, frustrated, feeling stuck and yet ready to take a step to grow and heal I’d love to help improve your emotional and relational functioning. Depending on your needs I use a combination of talk therapy with EMDR along with somatic, psychodynamic, relational (RLT) and cognitive therapy (CBT) approaches. I find it that most of my clients are young adults, adults dealing with life or relational issue, traumatic responses, anxiety, relationship difficulties, self worth and being accepted.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety

Self Esteem

Other specialties

ADHD

Anger Management

Bipolar Disorder

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Serves ages

Licensed in

Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

EMDR

EMDR helps process and heal difficult memories by using guided eye movements or other bilateral stimulation. In practice, EMDR can be used to reduce the emotional impact of past experiences that control/effect the present.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

CBT approach is used to help identify and change negative thought patterns that affect their emotions and behaviors; to develop healthier thinking habits and coping strategies to improve daily lives.

Psychodynamic

I use the psychodynamic approach to help clients explore how past experiences and unconscious thoughts, influence their current feelings and behaviors. In practice, I guide clients to gain insight into patterns and emotions, which supports deeper self-understanding and lasting change.

Somatic

I integrate somatic therapy by helping clients tune into bodily sensations, movement, and nervous system responses to gently process emotions and trauma, not just talk about them. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and paced to build safety and self-regulation, using the body as a resource for insight and healing.

Person-centered (Rogerian)

I prioritize creating a safe, empathetic, and a non-judgmental space for clients feel fully accepted and understood. I focus on active listening and unconditional positive regard, allowing clients to explore their thoughts and feelings of their own pace. In practice, I use this approach to empower individuals to access the inner resources and move towards person growth and self-actualization.

, 30 ratings

6 ratings with written reviews

June 2, 2026

She helps me with her explanations and she’s very fun to talk with

Verified client, age 25-34
Review shared after session 7 with Victoria

April 22, 2026

Open minded, understanding, solution focused, authentic, and a great educator

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 2 with Victoria

November 24, 2025

Victoria is an amazing listener who is able to understand my perspective/others and the challenges of communication encountered. It is always a joy to share my experiences in life with her and find her opinion/ input to be very helpful. 🤍

Verified client, age 45-54
Review shared after session 15 with Victoria