Viktoria Penchuk, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Viktoria!

If you are tired of organizing your life around fear, anxiety, or avoidance, let’s work towards regaining your confidence, freedom, and a sense of control. You deserve to fully participate in your life — not just get through it.

My focus

Are you avoiding certain places, situations, or activities because they trigger fear, panic, or overwhelming emotions? If you are finding that anxiety or past experiences are interfering with your relationships, work, school, travel, social life, or ability to enjoy everyday moments, you are not alone.

My approach

My professional approach centers on helping clients through the framework of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and I am also EMDR-trained. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy helps the brain process difficult experiences in a healthier way, so they no longer feel as emotionally intense or overwhelming.

My communication style

My communication style is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and supported. Together, we'll work at your pace, with open communication, transparency, and guidance to help you feel empowered throughout your healing journey.

My goals for you

Many people feel frustrated when they “know” they are safe, yet their mind and body continue reacting as if danger is still present. Rather than spending years repeatedly talking through painful experiences, EMDR focuses on helping you move forward and experience relief.

Our first session

I offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation to give you the opportunity to connect with me in a relaxed, no-obligation setting. During this conversation, you can share what brings you to therapy, ask any questions you may have, and determine whether my approach and services feel like the right fit for your needs.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

Anxiety

Child Abuse or Neglect

Panic Attacks

Stress

Trauma and PTSD

+ 5 more

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

EMDR

+ 2 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo (Cigna)
Ascension-SmartHealth

+ 17 more

Languages spoken

English, Russian

Education

Master of Science in Psychology, MFT from Phillips Graduate Institute and a Master of Education in Applied Psychology from Minsk Pedagogical University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Viktoria Penchuk