Family Systems Therapists in California

My name is Bianca N. Martinez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT118745). I received my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University’s Graduate School of Education and Psychology and my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from California State University, Northridge. I have seven years of clinical experience and have worked with numerous populations. I interned for two years in CSUN’s Mood and Anxiety Disorder Clinic. Then spent a year at O.P.I.C.A. working with individuals with Alzheimers and other Dementias. Before finding my way to La Vie Counseling Center, where I spent four years honing my clinical skills and decreeing my clinical interests. Over the past few years I have developed a passion for working with everything related to Maternal Mental Health and the sometimes-difficult transition into motherhood. I have completed the “Maternal Mental Health Certificate Training for Mental Health and Clinical Professions” and the “Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy” trainings offered through Postpartum Support International and 2020 Mom and which focuses on Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which is a form of psychotherapy used to treat troubling symptoms (anxiety, guilt, anger, depression, panic, sleep disturbance, flashbacks, etc.) which result from traumatic experiences.  I am a trained as a facilitator for Prepare/Enrich, a program proven to significantly impact the relationships of both premarital and married couples. A Level 1 trained in the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, a form of therapy used in “helping couples compassionately manage their conflicts, deepen their friendship and intimacy, and share their life purpose and dreams.” Lastly, I am a member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT). 

I'm a San Francisco Bay Area based therapist who offers virtual care (telehealth counseling and psychotherapy online) in my back yard and across California. I strive to meet each individual with empathy, humor, and direct communication that addresses the presenting issue head on. Working collaboratively with you I prioritize taking a supportive role while also working towards a clear goal that we develop together.

Every client has a unique set of circumstances and issues that they carry with them. Therefore, my approach to therapy involves tailoring a unique and collaborative treatment plan that focuses on reaching your specific goals. My treatment in therapy involves proven and evidenced based approaches that have been effective in research and in real life circumstances for decades with countless individuals, couples, and families. For the past several years I have committed to partnering with non-profits, hospitals, and community mental health clinics treating individuals, couples, and families with complex issues ranging from depression, anxiety, life stage distress, traumatic experiences, and cancer related mental health issues. My efforts within these frameworks has been to focus on and address my clients’ needs from a whole person approach. This translates into thoughtfully assessing the biological, psychological, and social components and stressors of each unique individual.

I have always known that my calling was to help others. I have spent my life learning and growing in my profession to be able to reach all those who need help with an open and supportive heart. I believe all people who suffer are capable of being helped and deserve to live happy and fulfilling lives. In my practice, I focus on strengths and assist people to enhance their shortcomings. Through our work together my clients increase their ability to trust, create and maintain healthy relationships, become confident and hopeful for the future. I specialize in child abuse, domestic violence, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I am skilled in working with adults and teenagers and have many years of professional experience with the child welfare system and family conflict. I use trauma informed and strength-based practice. I accept Medi-Cal, Blue-Cross Medi-Cal as well as California Health and Wellness and MHN| Health Net. Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. If you feel that we may work well together please contact me at the listed phone number. I look forward to meeting you and working through your concerns with you.

Are your child's struggles keeping you up at night?  I am committed to your and your family's mental health and well-being.  We can find solutions that work for everyone together!

I help hurting, struggling, and disconnected couples heal and find each other again. Couples that want to work with me include those stuck in patterns of destructive reactivity, couples in crisis hoping to save their relationship, disconnected couples lacking intimacy, couples struggling with past betrayals and violations, and couples struggling to align on core relationship expectations. As a long-time, partnered parent who has experienced the challenges of raising little ones and launching college-bound teens, I also offer support to parents and children struggling to connect. My individual clients want to address family of origin grief and attachment injuries, anxiety, perfectionism, identity exploration, abuse recovery, and post-divorce transitions. I understand and see all client distress through an attachment lens; there are deep, underlying attachment longings and fears driving painful and destructive patterns of behavior. Using Emotionally Focused Therapy as a framework, along with somatic interventions and IFS-informed parts work to organize complex, layered emotions, I help foster corrective experiences for my clients to create secure attachment and heal how they relate to themselves and to those they love. If my focus and approach resonate with you, please reach out.

Dr. Ador Mansat, DNP, FNP-C, is BOTH a WEIGHT LOSS EXPERT and a LIVING PROOF that his weight loss methods work! With nearly 40 pounds of personal weight loss under his belt, Dr. Ador combines his hands-on success with a rare blend of healthcare and engineering expertise to help patients achieve sustainable weight loss and long-term wellness. As a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with a background in Chemical Engineering (ChE), Dr. Ador is uniquely equipped to analyze, innovate, and deliver highly effective weight loss and management solutions. Dr. Ador’s research-driven approach sets him apart, especially through his scientific paper on the power of combining semaglutide with intermittent fasting. At Serenite Wellness Medicine Medical Clinic, he leads patients toward meaningful health transformations, applying his evidence-based, sustainable strategies for weight management and vitality. His unique background as a DNP and BSChE means that Dr. Ador brings a scientific edge to everything he does—from Bioidentical Hormone therapy (BHRT) to cutting-edge weight loss techniques. Dr. Ador’s personal journey and extensive expertise make him more than just a clinician; Dr. Ador is a true partner in his patients’ wellness journeys, inspiring them to reach their health goals with a method that’s sustainable, personal, and even a little bit fun! Specialties Weight Loss General Practice Family Medicine Wellness Longevity Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) Aesthetics Intensive Care Conditions treated Weight loss Obesity Overweight Life style change Routine health maintenance Annual check-up Treatment philosophy My treatment philosophy centers on compassionate, patient-centered care. I believe in creating a welcoming environment where every patient feels valued and heard. My extensive experience in primary care, wellness, and critical care shapes my holistic approach to health. I focus on building lasting relationships with patients, understanding their unique needs, and empowering them through education. I use evidence-based practices and tailor treatment plans to individual lifestyles and preferences. My goal is to support long-term health and beauty by prioritizing wellness. Together, we’ll navigate your health journey, embracing each step with understanding and respect. Your well-being is my passion, and I’m here to guide you toward a healthier future. Treatment approach Family-Centered Care Primary Care Strategy Wellness and Longevity Focus Critical Care Management Holistic Health Approaches Insurance I only support cash pay. Service Initial Visit:- Price- $177 Follow-up Visit Price- $118 Prescription service Price- $86 Patient type Children, Adults, Seniors

My pronouns are she/her/hers. No matter if it's change for the better or a challenge we never imagined having to face, it can throw everything in life out of balance. If you're here, it's because you know there's more to life than the way you feel today. You're beyond the point of just surviving day-to-day, and you're ready to tap into your purpose, turning these life changes into something you can feel in control of and ultimately grow from. I specialize in coming alongside people as they walk through the uncomfortable, messy parts of life. I bring a no-nonsense, solution-oriented approach to therapy, helping you come to a place of contentment with life as it is, not as you wish it was (or even as you deserve it to be). Because true peace comes when we come to a place of acceptance: no longer relying on external factors as the source of our happiness. ​Therapy with me is a little different than what you may have encountered in the past. A lot of mental health work these days is very "feel good", leading many to believe that being mentally well is simply being happy or un-phased by the circumstances around them. I believe you're allowed to be angry or anxious or upset when life gets messy. Therapy is simply about equipping you to process and cope with those very real emotions in a productive, healthy way.

As an advanced-trained Emotionally Focused Therapist (EFT), I specialize in working with couples and individuals who are feeling disconnected, unheard, stuck, and alone. By utilizing only the most effective research-based approaches, I help my couples build the skills necessary to hold one another's pain, and communicate in a way that forges connection, instead of disconnection. Similarly, I support my individuals in navigating their current emotions and hardships, while also processing past experiences in order to free them up for more fulfilling, hopeful, and rewarding lives. Should you choose to work with me, I will offer you the empathy, support, and expertise needed to heal old wounds, repair hurting relationships, and transform life's most difficult battles into opportunities for deep, human connection. I will hold your pain in order to lighten your load and make space for renewed connection and hope. I firmly believe that, together, we will be able to overcome the hardships that bring you into my therapy room.

I have been working in the mental health field for over 18 years with families, individuals and couples. I have a passion for group work and use a very collaborative approach because I know that you are the expert on yourself. I specialize in recovery from alcohol and substance abuse as well as transitions into new motherhood and women empowerment. I help couples learn and implement healthy communication. I utilize various modalities from art, writing, inner child work, experiential practices and evidenced based techniques to address the obstacles that you want to focus on and be the version of you that brings you peace and satisfaction.