Erica Smith Jimenez, LMFT
- Support for teens and parents
- Couples and family work
- Emotion management and coping
About Erica Smith Jimenez
Erica creates a non-judgmental, strength-based space where clients can explore issues that contribute to stagnation, sadness, frustration, pain, loneliness, or fear. Her manner is both direct and nurturing, grounded in a down-to-earth style and an engaged, authentic presence in each session. She approaches therapy with empathy, compassion, humility, and clinical skill, drawing on training and experience to tailor interventions to each person or family’s unique needs.
She routinely offers practical tools and relational support aimed at helping clients move toward more positive emotions and healthier functioning. Whether addressing parenting and family dynamics, relationship concerns, mood or anxiety symptoms, or life transitions, Erica’s goal is to equip clients with strategies and insights that support a happier, healthier life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Erica Smith Jimenez have?
Erica Smith Jimenez has 23 years of experience in clinical practice.
Is Erica Smith Jimenez a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). License details: CA LMFT 114605.
In which languages does Erica Smith Jimenez provide therapy?
Erica provides therapy in English.
Where is Erica Smith Jimenez located?
Erica is located in California.
How can I work with Erica Smith Jimenez as my therapist?
Clients can work with Erica through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Erica Smith Jimenez work with international clients?
Erica Smith Jimenez does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Erica Smith Jimenez cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client’s 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on Erica’s availability, clients can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Erica draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early and current relationship patterns shape emotional responses and connection. This approach is useful for issues such as attachment concerns, abandonment, relationship conflicts, and family dynamics. She also integrates Client-Centered Therapy, offering a supportive, non-directive stance that helps clients identify their own strengths and goals and build self-esteem through acceptance and understanding. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another core element of her work - it focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical coping skills to manage anxiety, depression, mood swings, and stress.Choosing the most helpful approach is treated as a collaborative process. Erica works with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals and then tailors methods and priorities so therapy fits each person or family rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan.
Online therapy with Erica is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier for clients to access care from home, work, or other convenient locations. This flexibility supports consistent engagement and allows therapists and clients to focus on progress while accommodating varied schedules and life demands.
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