Jamie Simmons, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Jamie!

Therapy together often includes working to identify and change habits, thoughts, actions, and relationship patterns that hold you back from making progress. We may find that current issues trace back to old wounds that need to be processed and healed together in service to greater freedom in the here and now.

My focus

I am an out gay therapist, which some clients find clinically helpful to know. I enjoy working with any adult and have a very diverse caseload. Common areas of work include anxiety, depression, codependency, setting boundaries, relationship issues, and recovery from relational trauma.

My approach

I work with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, EMDR, and Mindfulness Techniques, as well as many other relevant tools to assist you in reaching your goals. I am a strong believer in offering as many helpful tools and practices as I can to benefit you.

My communication style

I invite you to show up as you are. I intend to hold a heart-centered, unconditionally supportive space for you. Our connection is more important than any therapeutic technique or theoretical approach and is the foundation of successful therapy.

My journey to mental healthcare

Therapy is a second career for me. I was always interested in self-help, spirituality, and pursuing my own healing and growth process. I finally decided it was time to turn my passion for growth and healing into a career better aligned with who I am.

My goals for you

Setting goals in therapy can be very empowering. I am here to support you in reaching your goals. Sometimes clients are clear on their goals from the start. Other times clients just know there is something challenging going on, and it can take some exploration together to uncover the goals that best meet the moment.

Our first session

The first session is about getting to know each other as we explore what brings you to therapy and how you would like therapy to support you. I like to do this with respect for your pace and process and as much gentleness as possible, balanced with the need to collect a lot of information upfront.

I identify as...

Male
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

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Focus populations

LGBTQIA+

Non-Binary

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology from University of Santa Monica.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Jamie Simmons