Thomas Vanmarter, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Thomas!

I provide client-centered interventions designed to meet the clients where they currently are.

My focus

While I have experience treating a variety of clients with many presenting conditions, I enjoy working with preteens, teens, young adults, and individuals experiencing life transitions.

My approach

My predominant approach is cognitive behavioral therapy. CBT is a thought-based intervention that supports individuals in managing anxiety, depression, substance abuse, behavioral concerns, and severe mental illness. I also offer person-centered therapy that provides unconditional positive regard.

My communication style

I use a warm, supportive tone when speaking with clients. I'm non-judgmental and will support you irrespective of what you're facing.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey began when I decided to pursue counseling and sports psychology. I've provided counseling for collegiate athletes, supported individuals in crisis, provided behavioral therapy for neurodivergent children and adults, and opened my own practice to help individuals learn skills to self-regulate emotions and solve problems.

My goals for you

Goals are crucial in any successful therapy. I clearly and concisely map out achievable goals with clients early in treatment to ensure we're on the same page for their outcome.

Our first session

The first session is an intake. It's our opportunity to build rapport, openly discuss your challenges and symptoms, present a treatment plan and relevant goals, and answer any questions.

I identify as...

Male
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Attachment-based

Behavioral Activation

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Dialectical (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)

Play Therapy

Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)

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Focus populations

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Non-Binary

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Police/Fire/First Responders

Queer

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Transgender

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Masters of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University - Orange County and a Masters of Arts (MA) in Sports/Exercise Psychology from Argosy University - Phoenix.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Thomas Vanmarter