Tinia Holleman-Soto, LMFT
LMFT focused on families and relationships
- Family and relationship care
- Trauma and grief support
- CBT and client-centered work
About Tinia Holleman-Soto
Tinia Holleman-Soto is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), a professional credential that indicates specialized training in relational and family systems. She earned a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Southern California and holds a Pupil Personnel Service Credential, grounding her work in both clinical and educational settings.
Her clinical career began working as a behaviorist with young children ages 0 to 3 who had developmental delays, collaborating closely with speech and occupational therapists, marriage and family therapists, and the Regional Center. In 2009 she broadened her focus to support children, teenagers, and families facing a wide range of challenges, often partnering with psychiatrists, social workers, case managers, and school districts to coordinate care.
Across her practice she has supported families with developmental delay diagnoses, and individuals coping with depression, anxiety, ADHD, posttraumatic stress related to sexual, physical, or domestic abuse, and crises that require immediate intervention. Her approach integrates client-centered principles, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and existential perspectives to help clients explore how thoughts, emotions, and actions connect and to encourage more authentic, values-driven living.
She frames therapeutic work as a collaborative process, offering a nonjudgmental setting where clients and therapist work as a team to address unique concerns and build practical strategies for change. Her background in family systems and developmental support informs a compassionate, strengths-focused practice.
Her clinical career began working as a behaviorist with young children ages 0 to 3 who had developmental delays, collaborating closely with speech and occupational therapists, marriage and family therapists, and the Regional Center. In 2009 she broadened her focus to support children, teenagers, and families facing a wide range of challenges, often partnering with psychiatrists, social workers, case managers, and school districts to coordinate care.
Across her practice she has supported families with developmental delay diagnoses, and individuals coping with depression, anxiety, ADHD, posttraumatic stress related to sexual, physical, or domestic abuse, and crises that require immediate intervention. Her approach integrates client-centered principles, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and existential perspectives to help clients explore how thoughts, emotions, and actions connect and to encourage more authentic, values-driven living.
She frames therapeutic work as a collaborative process, offering a nonjudgmental setting where clients and therapist work as a team to address unique concerns and build practical strategies for change. Her background in family systems and developmental support informs a compassionate, strengths-focused practice.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Caregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Tinia Holleman-Soto have?
Tinia Holleman-Soto has 15 years of clinical experience.
Is Tinia Holleman-Soto a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Her California license is CA LMFT 51834.
In which languages does Tinia Holleman-Soto provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Tinia Holleman-Soto located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Tinia Holleman-Soto as my therapist?
Clients can work with Tinia Holleman-Soto through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Tinia Holleman-Soto work with international clients?
No. Tinia Holleman-Soto does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Tinia Holleman-Soto cost?
Costs can vary based on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches That Guide Online Work and Care
Tinia Holleman-Soto draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and existential therapy to shape online sessions. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client’s lead and supports self-exploration and emotional expression - this approach is often useful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and life transitions.CBT helps clients identify and reframe unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies to manage anxiety, depression, and stress-related symptoms, offering concrete tools for day-to-day coping. Existential therapy invites exploration of meaning, values, and personal responsibility, which can help with feelings of emptiness, life purpose questions, and navigating major life changes.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process; Tinia collaborates with each person to tailor methods based on their needs, goals, and preferences so therapy feels relevant and effective. She treats the choice of approach as a team decision, adjusting as progress and insights emerge.
Online therapy offers flexibility - sessions can occur via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access support from wherever the client is located within the therapist’s service area.
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