Elizabeth Fernandez, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Elizabeth!

I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist working with women, mothers, and caregivers navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, and burnout. My approach is gentle, trauma-informed, and attachment-based, helping clients build safety, self-trust, and emotional balance.

My focus

I primarily work with women, mothers, and caregivers navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, parenting challenges, and burnout. I'm most comfortable supporting clients experiencing identity shifts, boundary struggles, emotional overwhelm, and intergenerational or relational trauma.

My approach

My clinical work is rooted in attachment theory, trauma-informed care, and nervous system regulation. I integrate relational, strengths-based, and culturally responsive approaches to help clients understand patterns, heal from trauma, and build emotional safety, self-trust, and resilience at a pace that feels supportive.

My communication style

My communication style is warm, collaborative, and grounded. I create a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to slow down, reflect, and be themselves. Sessions feel supportive, culturally attuned, and paced with care, allowing trust and insight to build naturally.

My journey to mental healthcare

My path to therapy began in education, early intervention, and parent education before I pursued clinical training. Growing up in a home where feelings weren't discussed and abuse was present shaped my desire to help others feel seen, supported, and able to share their stories in ways I was not.

My goals for you

I approach goal setting collaboratively and flexibly, honoring each client's pace and capacity. Goals are shaped by what feels meaningful and realistic, with attention to emotional safety, nervous system regulation, and sustainable change rather than pressure or perfection.

Our first session

In our first session, you can expect a warm, supportive conversation focused on understanding what brings you to therapy and what you hope for support with me. We'll move at your pace, review logistics, and begin building safety, trust, and clarity around next steps.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Educators

Single Mother

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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, Spanish

Education

Master's in Counseling (MC) in Counseling Psychology from National University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Elizabeth Fernandez