Heidi Hokaj, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Heidi!

I work with teens, children, adults, and families, taking a supportive, matter-of-fact approach to guide clients toward a more peaceful life. I use an eclectic approach that includes mindfulness, psychoeducation, and CBT to help you find healthier paths forward.

My focus

I work with clients navigating suicidal ideation, anxiety, family and life transitions, and gender identity issues. My ideal client understands the benefit of counseling and is looking for someone to guide them through the process.

My approach

I meet clients where they are in the moment and help them move out of stuck spaces into areas where life is more manageable and enjoyable. I utilize mindfulness practices, EFT, solution-focused skills, and a growth mindset rather than following a script.

My communication style

I want you to feel as comfortable as possible during sessions. If you'd like to draw or work on a project during our time together, I support that. I encourage questions and opinions, and I let what's going on with you lead the session.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have always known I wanted to be a therapist and feel privileged to help clients through their challenges.

My goals for you

Our goals will come from the reason you reached out for counseling. We will break that down into smaller, achievable steps and work from there.

Our first session

We'll spend time getting to know each other and discuss confidentiality, expectations, and scheduling. We'll explore why you're initiating counseling now, what you want to get out of it, and what you've already tried. We'll identify strengths and obstacles and create a treatment plan together.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

Anxiety

Life Transitions

Mood Disorders

Autism or Asperger's Syndrome

Learning Disabilities

Oppositional Defiance

Traumatic Brain Injury

+ 19 more

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Mindfulness-Based

Christian Counseling

Compassion Focused

Motivational Interviewing

+ 6 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors
Preteens

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 55 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling from University of San Diego.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Heidi Hokaj