- Client-centered approach
- Mindfulness tools
- Attachment focus
About Cynthia
Her style is client-centered and humanistic. She treats the person in front of her as the expert on their life and listens for the values and patterns that matter. Sessions focus on clear, practical conversation rather than instruction. Cynthia uses mindfulness and nervous system regulation tools when they help reduce overwhelm.
She supports people who are dealing with commitment or communication problems, separation and divorce, fertility-related strain, guilt or shame, and multicultural concerns. Cynthia names and works with issues such as abandonment, attachment wounds, and panic symptoms. She also offers a nonjudgmental space for people involved in kink, BDSM, polyamory, and other non-monogamous or alternative sexual cultures.
In therapy she blends exploration with concrete skills. Clients can expect discussion of triggers and relationship patterns plus breathing, grounding, or coping techniques to try between sessions. The aim is practical: notice what feels stuck, make small changes, and see what shifts.
People interested in starting complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session. Sessions are conducted in English and Cynthia does not accept international clients at this time.
License and NPI on record
- LMFT
- California · 163361
- NPI
- 1376324897
As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Evidence-based techniques and online sessions
Many of Cynthia's clinical tools are grounded in evidence-based practice. Mindfulness involves short, guided attention exercises that reduce reactivity and help calm anxiety. Nervous system regulation techniques teach simple breathing and grounding practices to lower physiological arousal during panic or overwhelm. She pairs these skills with conversational, client-centered work that looks at patterns in relationships and behavior.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Cynthia discusses options with each person and adapts methods to fit their goals, needs, and preferences. She treats the process as collaborative and checks in about what feels helpful as therapy progresses.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also let people try techniques like guided breathing while remaining in a familiar setting. Ask about the available formats when you complete the matching questionnaire so you can pick what fits your schedule and style.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
Cynthia helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, and relationship problems. She also works with life purpose questions and issues like abandonment, attachment, and panic attacks.
How would she approach feeling stuck?
Her approach is client-centered and humanistic, which means she listens first and then helps identify patterns. She combines conversational work with mindfulness and nervous system regulation techniques when useful.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience working as a therapist. That experience includes helping people with relationship challenges, life transitions, and anxiety-related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats does she offer?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
What do I do to begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Good to know
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