Laura Perez , LMFT

Laura Perez is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and LGBT concerns. She emphasizes support for women and offers practical help for caregivers facing extra strain. Her tone is warm and direct so people can feel heard right away.

She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space for people to talk about what matters most to them. Sessions focus on clear, doable steps rather than long lectures. Clients work on skills for managing anxiety, rebuilding confidence, and coping with loss.

Laura draws on evidence-based approaches to help clients set goals and practice new habits between sessions. She encourages small experiments that build momentum, such as short daily practices or brief communication changes at home. Progress is tracked in simple ways so people can see what’s working.

With 13 years of professional experience in California, Laura has helped many people find clearer direction and more resilience. She supports those exploring identity and LGBT-related concerns as part of that work. Her approach balances practical tools with attention to emotions.

People looking for a straightforward, compassionate clinician will find a focused, collaborative process. She helps clients identify priorities, try manageable changes, and build self-compassion along the way.

Evidence-based approaches offered online

Two common evidence-based techniques used in sessions are skills-focused behavior work and emotion-focused exploration. Skills-focused work teaches simple, repeatable actions for managing anxiety and improving daily routines, which can help with stress and low motivation. Emotion-focused exploration helps people name and process feelings like grief and shame so they feel less overwhelming and more manageable.

Another useful method is communication practice that targets how people ask for support and set boundaries. This approach uses short role-plays and step-by-step shifts that make real conversations easier and less tense. These methods are practical and aimed at measurable change over time.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist partners with each person to choose techniques that match their goals and preferences. If one method doesn't fit, adjustments are made so sessions feel more helpful and relevant.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation when longer dialogue is helpful. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a busy day. Live chat or text messaging can be useful for quick check-ins, shorter follow-ups, or practicing new skills between longer sessions.