Jessica Ortiz, LMFT
Experienced LMFT for relationships and healing
- Trauma and anxiety support
- Bilingual English and Spanish
- Flexible online sessions
About Jessica Ortiz
Jessica Ortiz is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 17 years of experience helping people navigate emotional challenges and relationship transitions. She is licensed to practice in both California and Texas and holds the LMFT credential - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - which reflects specialized training in family systems and relationship work.
Her practice focuses on concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, communication difficulties, social anxiety, and shifts in relationships. She works with individuals, couples, and families to address parenting questions, intimacy-related issues, grief, and the everyday stresses that affect well-being. Jessica brings particular attention to issues like abandonment, attachment, adoption and foster care, blended family dynamics, and caregiver stress.
Jessica takes a compassionate, culturally responsive stance that honors each person's background and lived experience. She frequently supports women, young adults, and multicultural communities through stages of growth and healing. Drawing on evidence-based methods, she helps clients build resilience, increase self-understanding, and develop practical strategies for coping and connection. Jessica aims to provide a nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and work toward stronger relationships with themselves and others.
Her practice focuses on concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, communication difficulties, social anxiety, and shifts in relationships. She works with individuals, couples, and families to address parenting questions, intimacy-related issues, grief, and the everyday stresses that affect well-being. Jessica brings particular attention to issues like abandonment, attachment, adoption and foster care, blended family dynamics, and caregiver stress.
Jessica takes a compassionate, culturally responsive stance that honors each person's background and lived experience. She frequently supports women, young adults, and multicultural communities through stages of growth and healing. Drawing on evidence-based methods, she helps clients build resilience, increase self-understanding, and develop practical strategies for coping and connection. Jessica aims to provide a nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and work toward stronger relationships with themselves and others.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jessica Ortiz have?
Jessica Ortiz has 17 years of experience.
Is Jessica Ortiz a licensed therapist?
Yes, Jessica Ortiz holds the credential LMFT. License details are CA LMFT 91160 and TX LMFT 203523.
In which languages does Jessica Ortiz provide therapy?
Jessica Ortiz provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Jessica Ortiz located?
Jessica Ortiz is located in Texas.
How can I work with Jessica Ortiz as my therapist?
You can work with Jessica Ortiz through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jessica Ortiz work with international clients?
Jessica Ortiz does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jessica Ortiz 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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 Accessible Online Care
Jessica Ortiz incorporates Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address a range of emotional and relational concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns of intimacy and trust and can be helpful for people dealing with abandonment, attachment issues, or difficulty forming close connections. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and a nonjudgmental stance so that clients can explore values, self-esteem, and personal growth at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and building practical strategies, making it useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and problem-solving in daily life.
Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and Jessica works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts techniques as progress unfolds to support each person in a way that feels appropriate and effective.
Online therapy with Jessica is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules and varied comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into work or family life, and access therapy from different locations while working with licensed professionals and therapists.