Dr. Mechelle Jungsten, LMFT
- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting and relationships
- Online sessions available
About Dr. Mechelle Jungsten
Her approach emphasizes practical, solution-focused cognitive behavioral techniques that help clients recognize negative thinking and replace it with more effective choices. She believes therapy is collaborative - both therapist and client learn from one another - and that uncovering a persons existing strength and wisdom is central to healing. Many people come to her feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or self-sabotaging behaviors such as overeating or substance use; she works to restore perspective and offer tangible tools that reduce distress and increase agency.
Dr. Jungsten encourages those feeling hopeless to take a first step toward change, offering steady support and a combination of interventions tailored to each persons needs. She is based in California and is available to work with clients seeking practical, compassionate mental health care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Mechelle Jungsten have?
Dr. Mechelle Jungsten has 12 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Dr. Mechelle Jungsten a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dr. Mechelle Jungsten holds the LMFT credential. LMFT stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her license details are CA LMFT 102668.
In which languages does Dr. Mechelle Jungsten provide therapy?
Dr. Mechelle Jungsten provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Mechelle Jungsten located?
Dr. Mechelle Jungsten is located in California.
How can I work with Dr. Mechelle Jungsten as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Mechelle Jungsten through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Mechelle Jungsten work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Mechelle Jungsten works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Mechelle Jungsten 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 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 online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify their values and take committed actions that align with what matters most. It teaches practical skills for noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed, which can be helpful for anxiety, stress, and patterns that hold people back.Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships influence current bonds and emotional responses. It looks at connection, trust, and patterns in close relationships, making it useful for couples work, parenting concerns, and healing attachment-related wounds.
Dr. Mechelle Jungsten will partner with each person to determine which approach or combination of approaches fits best. Finding the right therapeutic method is part of the process and she collaborates with clients to match strategies to their goals, preferences, and life circumstances.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur via video calls, by phone, through live chat, or with text-based messaging - so people can access care from home, during work breaks, or while traveling. These options make it easier to maintain consistency, fit appointments into busy schedules, and continue progress even when life changes occur, while working with licensed professionals who tailor the work to each clients needs.
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