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Kristen Hernandez
LMFT

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High satisfaction rate with clients

Nice to meet you

Having worked with various populations including the chronically mentally ill, families in child welfare teens/adults, and families within residential treatment settings I have experienced how the power of communication can heal even the most distant of relationships. I strive to use my knowledge and experience to help others improve their quality of life. I am a champion for purposeful meaningful relationships. I believe we all have a responsibility to choose how we communicate and behave in those relationships.

About Kristen

Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

Centivo, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Anthem / Out of State BlueCard, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Out-of-pocket

Communication Style

Action-oriented, Authentic, Casual, Direct, Holistic

Focus areas

Animal Loss, Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Grief, Individual Therapy, Life Transitions, Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Stress, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress

Experienced with

Students

Years of Experience

9+
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I am a champion for purposeful meaningful relationships.

License number

#100529

Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Relational
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Languages Spoken

English

Education

MA - Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, Pepperdine University

Interests

I enjoy hiking, doing CrossFit, spending time with my animals, as well as my friends and family. I also love to read and listen to podcasts/audiobooks.

License details

Kristen Hernandez,
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
#100529 (exp April 2027)