Everything people ask before the first call.

A Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee is a clinician enrolled in a graduate program in Marriage and Family Therapy who provides therapy under the supervision of a licensed therapist. Trainees are not yet licensed. Every case I work on is overseen by my clinical supervisor.

I provide services through [practicum site / employer name] and am supervised by [supervisor full name], Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist No. [license number].

You get a clinician with current training in evidence-based methods, plus a licensed supervisor consulting on your care. In my case you also get fifteen years of earlier professional experience working with people across cultures and languages.

Yes. Sessions are available in English or Russian, and you are welcome to move between the two. Информация на русском языке.

Sessions are in person in San Diego, or online for clients located anywhere in California.

[fee per session or sliding-scale range] Fees are set and collected by [practicum site / employer name].

Yes. It is a brief call to see whether we are a good fit, with no obligation to continue.

Adults, couples and families located in California. Common concerns include relationship strain, anxiety and overwhelming emotions, major life transitions, and the challenges of living between cultures.

We talk about what brought you in, some of your history, and what you would like to be different. You can ask me anything about how I work. There is nothing to prepare.

Most people begin with weekly sessions. We agree on a rhythm that fits what you are working on, and we revisit it as things change.

Yes, with the limited exceptions set by law, which I explain before we begin. As a trainee I discuss my work with my clinical supervisor, who is bound by the same confidentiality.

No. Therapists do not prescribe medication. If medication might help, I can talk with you about how to find a medical provider.

I work with clients who are physically located in California at the time of the session.

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