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Guadalupe Rios-Valadez
LMFT

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High satisfaction rate with clients

Nice to meet you

My style is warm, empathetic, and grounded in both practical tools and deeper healing. I support trauma survivors, those navigating cultural identity issues, and anyone managing the stress of daily life. I tailor therapy to each person, drawing from a range of approaches based on what feels most supportive. You don’t need to have it all figured out—just a willingness to explore change. I welcome spiritual reflection if it’s meaningful to you. My goal is to help you heal, grow, and move forward with confidence in your own life.

About Guadalupe

Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

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

Communication Style

Action-oriented, Calming, Exploratory, Mindful, Warm

Focus areas

Anxiety, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Grief, Individual Therapy, Premarital Counseling (2 adults in session), Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Sexual Assault/Sexual Abuse, Stress, Trauma

Experienced with

Latine Community, Students

Years of Experience

2+
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My goal is to help you heal, grow, and move forward with confidence in your own life.

License number

#146362

Approaches

  • Couples [The Gottman Method]
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Solution-Focused

Languages Spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Mater of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, Internship - Victor Community Support Services, Certificate in Brainspotting Phase 1, Certificate in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Certificate in Brainspotting Phase 2, Certificate in Flash Technique

Interests

I find balance and joy in spending time in nature, exploring new places, and trying new things. I especially love sharing these experiences with my loved ones and creating meaningful memories together. Traveling is also a big part of my life—it allows me to learn from different cultures and appreciate the beauty of diversity. At the same time, I deeply value staying connected to my roots and enjoy participating in activities that celebrate my culture and community.

License details

Guadalupe Rios-Valadez,
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
#146362 (exp April 2026)