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Erika Torres

LMFT

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Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

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

Communication Style

Direct, Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Focus areas

Anxiety, Couples Therapy, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Pregnancy/Peripartum, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Women's Issues

Experienced with

Parents

Years of Experience

12+

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I offer you a safe space without fear of judgment to explore your concerns and help you make the changes in life that you desire.

License number

#52064

Therapy style

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist on the Central Coast of CA with 16+ years of experience. Life can be difficult... you don't have to struggle through it alone! Sometimes you need an objective professional to help you gain a better understanding of the ways that you have become stuck. As your therapist, I’m here to do that. I offer you a safe space without fear of judgment to explore your concerns and help you make the changes in life that you desire. My counseling style is empowering, supportive, and direct. I utilize a variety of clinical approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gottman Method, Solution-Focused, Attachment Theory, Family Systems, and Motivational Interviewing. My goal is for you to leave sessions feeling hopeful and empowered, with a concrete plan of steps/actions you can take to implement change. I look forward to getting to know you, helping you achieve your goals, and experiencing greater peace and joy in your life!

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Couples [The Gottman Method]
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-focused
  • Strengths-based

Education

BS - Psychology, California Polytechnic State University MA - Clinical Psychology, Antioch University

Interests

Hiking, snowboarding, watching my son play soccer, and spending time with my husband of 18 years. I love to travel. Tropical destinations are my favorite!