Gamalia Patton, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Gamalia!

As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I help people build healthier relationships, improve communication, set healthy boundaries, and better understand themselves. My approach is supportive, practical, and focused on real change. We don't just talk about what's happened—we work together on what comes next.

My focus

My ideal clients are facing depression, anxiety, or life changes.

My approach

My style is genuine, compassionate, and down-to-earth. I meet you exactly where you are, without judgment, and help you move toward the version of yourself you want to reclaim.

My communication style

My approach is warm, supportive, and free of judgment. I believe therapy works best when we build a trusting relationship where you feel safe, heard, and respected. Together, we'll explore your thoughts, feelings, and patterns to better understand what's holding you back and help you create meaningful, lasting change.

My journey to mental healthcare

My mental health career started as a case manager in community behavioral health. After learning Cognitive Behavioral techniques, I realized how prevalent mental health issues are in the community, which made me obtain my MFT degree and now my LMFT. I aspire to support and empower others throughout their mental health journey.

My goals for you

My goal is to help you better understand yourself, build confidence, and develop practical tools to handle life's challenges. Together, we'll work toward helping you feel more resilient, create meaningful change, and live a life that feels more balanced, authentic, and fulfilling.

Our first session

Our first session will include an introduction among us, providing information on informed consent, mandated reporting, and HIPAA compliance. Clients are welcome to ask me any questions, and we will discuss the client's goals and past experiences. We will work together on the treatment plan and schedule the next appointment.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Non-denominational

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Educators

LGBTQIA+

Military/Veterans

Police/Fire/First Responders

Queer

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Aetna - Medicare Advantage
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo (Cigna)

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master's in School and Education Counseling, PPS Credential from National University and a Master of Science in Counseling/Marriage, Family and Child Therapy from University of Phoenix.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

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