Irma Breakfield, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Irma!

I specialize in anxiety, stress, and eating disorders, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.

My focus

My style and approach are a good fit for individuals dealing with life transition challenges, often taking the form of anxiety, depression, and stress. I work to help you navigate these transition periods and build skills to feel better about yourself and develop a more positive outlook on life.

My approach

I use a holistic approach based on each client's needs, most frequently using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy within a trauma-informed lens. This empowers you to make desired changes as we build a framework to work from together.

My communication style

My communication style is calm, accommodating, and personable. I want you to feel comfortable talking with me about anything, and I pride myself on my ability to listen without judgment.

My journey to mental healthcare

I've known since I was very young that I wanted to dedicate my life to helping others. I deeply believe in the resilience of the human spirit and that meaningful change is always possible. Creating a space where this kind of change can happen is at the heart of my work.

My goals for you

I believe therapy is a collaborative process where we work together to better understand your experiences, challenges, and goals. My role is to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions freely.

Our first session

In our first session, we'll focus on understanding how you've been feeling and exploring what may be contributing to those feelings. I'll ask questions to get a clearer picture of your experiences and concerns. This initial meeting is about building a connection, creating comfort, and starting to identify the goals you'd like to work toward.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Trauma Focused

Mindfulness-Based

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Racial Justice

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

Education

Doctor of Education (EDD) in Higher Education from California Lutheran University and a Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling from Phillips Graduate University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Irma Breakfield