Patricia Gordan, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Patricia!

I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist who has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in various clinical settings. Because of my personal experience with a physical difference, I have a uniquely empathetic way of relating to clients and helping them overcome adversity.

My focus

I work with adult clients working through relationship challenges, including parenting, as well as anxiety, trauma, and depression.

My approach

I use a person-centered and attachment-based approach with clients. I am well-versed in Cognitive Behavioral as well as Acceptance and Commitment therapy. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).

My communication style

I provide a compassionate, warm and authentic, and safe space to process thoughts and feelings as well as practice new skills.

My journey to mental healthcare

My personal experience with a physical difference has shaped my empathetic approach to therapy. I particularly enjoy sharing my knowledge about respectful parenting and supporting new parents in the many adjustments that come with welcoming new family members.

My goals for you

I collaborate on realistic, attainable goals that matter to you.

Our first session

You can expect a supportive, caring first session encompassing a personalized and well-rounded approach to building a rapport and therapeutic alliance.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Jewish, Spiritual, Unitarian Universalism

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Attachment-based

Behavioral Activation

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Compassion Focused

Humanistic

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples 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 Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Patricia Gordan