- Practical strategies
- 22 years experience
- LMFT in California
About Aviva
She listens first to learn what pieces of your life feel out of place. Then she and the client try different ways to rearrange those pieces so things work better. Sessions focus on what is needed now, with tools that can be used between meetings.
Aviva trained at the University of California at Berkeley and New College of California. She has 22 years of experience and has supervised and trained other clinicians in a range of settings. That background informs her clinical judgement and helps her tailor sessions to each person’s situation.
Her work draws on several therapies and keeps practical goals in mind. She describes her approach as solution-focused and grounded in clinical and academic rigor. This means she balances short-term strategies with attention to deeper patterns that show up in relationships and daily life.
Aviva offers counseling through telephone and online platforms and is familiar with how that style of work tends to feel. If you want to explore how therapy could fit into your routine, she asks that you start by telling her what matters most and what you hope to change.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
22+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
How certain approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to you, helping you feel heard and understood so you can set your own goals and move forward. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) uses straightforward steps to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors that reduce anxiety or low mood; it is often used for stress, panic, and sleep or eating concerns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and build steadier focus during stressful moments.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work with each person to figure out which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration helps adjust techniques over time so sessions stay useful and relevant.
The biography notes experience with telephone and online platforms, but specific session formats should be confirmed before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, or remove the need to travel. Talk with the therapist about what will best match your schedule and daily routine so sessions are practical and sustainable.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?
She helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, identity and intimacy concerns, grief, trauma, addictions, parenting strains, and related life changes.
What is the general approach in sessions?
Sessions are practical and solution-focused, combining short-term tools with attention to deeper patterns. The therapist listens first, then works with clients to try ways to rearrange what isn’t working.
How much clinical experience does this therapist have?
The therapist has 22 years of experience and has supervised and trained clinicians in settings ranging from outpatient counseling to acute mental health facilities.
What credentials and region are represented here?
She is a California licensed marriage and family therapist, listed as LMFT, and practices in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
