she/her

Emel KayaerLMFT

Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

Anthem Blue Cross Of CA, Aetna, Health Net/MHN, Cigna/Evernorth, Blue Shield of California

Communication Style

Authentic, Casual, Exploratory, Holistic, Warm

Focus areas

Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Family Conflict, Family Therapy, Grief, Life Transitions, Stress, Women's Issues

Experienced with

Students

Years of Experience

I use a collaborative and holistic approach to implement individualized, trauma-informed, person-centered, and strength-based treatment.

Emel Kayaer,

LMFT

License number

#99311

Therapy style

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 8 years of experience working with individuals facing a wide range of mental health issues and disorders, providing individual, couples, and group therapy. I specialize in individualized, trauma-informed, person-centered, and Strength-Based treatment. I use a collaborative and holistic approach, utilizing various theoretical frameworks including Cognitive Behavioral, client-centered, and Family Systems, to tailor therapy to each client’s specific needs. I aim to build a positive, genuine, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with clients, providing a safe space where they can begin their journey of self-exploration, healing, and self-actualization.

Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-focused
Strengths-based

Languages Spoken

English

Education

BA - Psychology, San Jose State University MA - Counseling Psychology, John F. Kennedy University

Interests

I enjoy hiking, running, and being outdoors. I enjoy being in nature and working with animals. I also have a love of art and enjoy painting and being creative. I have an interest in traveling, podcasts, and reading.