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Amarri Simms, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in CA More info Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, LMFTs, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

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Hi there, I'm Amarri!

Do you need support to remove barriers and work through obstacles? Do you want to accomplish goals and live in your purpose? Do you feel highly accomplished and just need a little help in maintaining your life balance and successes? Every day, in every way we have the ability to get better and better, and I would be honored to support you in your journey.

My approach

I combine my education, professional, and real-world experience to provide gentle, honest, and insightful care within a compassionate, client-centered, spiritual approach. My therapeutic modalities include Attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Couples Therapy, Dialectical (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Strength-Based, and Interpersonal approaches.

My focus

I specialize in working with individuals on issues related to Anxiety, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Parenting, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Stress, Trauma and PTSD, Racial Identity, Panic Attacks, Career Counseling, and Coping Skills.

My communication style

I communicate with compassion, honesty, and insight to support you on your journey. My style combines gentle guidance with a client-centered, spiritual approach to help you navigate challenges and reach your goals. I aim to create a safe space for open dialogue and collaborative exploration.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey to mental healthcare included completing practicum hours at Drew Child Development (300 hours), obtaining the majority of my clinical hours at Ocean View PHF/CNS Network, and gaining over 500 family/child hours at Didi Hirsch. I have a passion and purpose for being of meaningful service to others.

About Amarri

Specialities

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Racial Identity
  • Panic Attacks
  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills

Methods

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Couples Therapy
  • Dialectical (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Family Systems
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution Focused
  • Strength-Based
  • Interpersonal

Practice

License

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) More info Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, LMFTs, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna, Anthem, Blue Shield of CA, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente (Southern Ca), MHN, Optum, and Tricare West

Languages spoken

  • English

Education

  • Master of Science (MS) - University of Phoenix (2011) Bachelor of Science (BS) - University of Phoenix (2007)

Session Information

  • Video session
  • 60 minutes

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