Andrea Guthrie LMFT

In our first meeting, I will begin by establishing a clear idea of what you need. I will ask questions, listen and begin to identify goals for the process so that you can feel like we have a 'direction'. My focus will be to put you at ease and help acclimate you to the process so that you can know if we are a good fit moving forward. I want you to feel heard and validated. Your life experiences are what make you, YOU! I also believe that it is critical that you feel like you can develop useful skills that work! To feel heard is not always enough. And identifying what is not working is just the 'first step' toward meaningful change.

I offer a variety of approaches in my practice that focus on practical ways to achieve your goals. Over the years, I have been trained to use: cognitive behavioral therapy [CBT], mindfulness practices, behavioral modification interventions, attachment-based therapies, family systems, emotion focused couple's therapy methods, sensory integration techniques, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy [TF-CBT], EMDR, and DBT skills development to help coach and integrate improved coping skills and self-awareness.

• California, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, 49387

I offer a variety of approaches in my practice that focus on practical ways to achieve your goals. Over the years, I have been trained to use: cognitive behavioral therapy [CBT], mindfulness practices, behavioral modification interventions, attachment-based therapies, family systems, emotion focused couple's therapy methods, sensory integration techniques, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy [TF-CBT], EMDR, and DBT skills development to help coach and integrate improved coping skills and self-awareness.