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Cristina Perez, LMFT

California LMFT specializing in stress and trauma
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma focused therapy
  • Flexible online sessions

About Cristina Perez

Cristina Perez is a licensed therapist in California who brings a thoughtful, compassionate approach to helping people manage life's difficult moments. She holds an LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and draws on more than a decade of clinical work to support individuals navigating depression, anxiety, stress, and complex interpersonal issues.

Cristina focuses on practical skills and emotional insight to address communication problems, social anxiety, caregiver stress, and mood disorders. She works with clients to strengthen self-esteem, develop healthier coping strategies, and make tangible changes that support day-to-day functioning and long-term personal growth.

Her practice centers on understanding each person’s unique history and needs, offering tailored guidance rather than one-size-fits-all solutions. Cristina emphasizes a collaborative, non-judgmental atmosphere where people can safely explore feelings, build resilience, and set achievable goals.

Using evidence-based methods within a client-centered framework, she aims to help clients improve emotional well-being and cultivate more satisfying relationships. Cristina partners with clients to identify strengths and create practical strategies that support growth and improved coping through life transitions.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsMood disordersSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Cristina Perez have?

Cristina Perez has 14 years of professional experience.

Is Cristina Perez a licensed therapist?

Yes. Cristina Perez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). License details are CA LMFT 90544.

In which languages does Cristina Perez provide therapy?

Cristina Perez provides therapy in English.

Where is Cristina Perez located?

Cristina Perez is located in California.

How can I work with Cristina Perez as my therapist?

You can work with Cristina Perez through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Cristina Perez work with international clients?

Cristina Perez does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Cristina Perez cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Cristina Perez

Cristina often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more adaptive patterns. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress management, and issues that benefit from skill building and structured exercises. Cristina also incorporates Trauma-Focused Therapy, which concentrates on processing traumatic experiences and reducing their ongoing impact through gentle, focused interventions suited to each individual's pace and needs.

Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Cristina works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts techniques over time so the work feels relevant and effective. Clients and therapist partner together to find the most helpful combination of strategies.

Online therapy with Cristina is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy schedules and varied lifestyles. These options increase accessibility and allow people to connect from home or other convenient locations. Many clients find the flexibility of remote sessions supports consistent progress while maintaining the same focus on therapeutic goals that in-person work provides.

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