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Lina Vielma, LMFT
California
LMFT - Stress and Trauma focus
See online therapy options- CBT methods
- Trauma and grief
- Parenting concerns
About Lina
Lina Vielma is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with people who face stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, anger, low self-esteem, addictions, relationship strain, grief, intimacy questions, eating and sleeping problems, career shifts, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
She uses clear, structured methods in sessions. Conversations focus on spotting thoughts and habits that keep problems going. Sessions mix talk, practical exercises, and steps to try between meetings. Lina draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other approaches to help people identify patterns and test different responses.
Her background includes long-term clinical work supporting people through trauma, grief, substance concerns, and relationship struggles. She also attends to issues like body image, codependency, communication problems, and first responder stress. Lina brings attention to cultural context in how people experience difficulties.
In the room she balances listening with gentle challenge. She helps people set short-term goals and practical tasks. Progress is tracked by small, observable changes rather than vague ideas.
People who prefer direct, structured help with concrete steps tend to find this approach useful. Before booking, confirm current session options and any scheduling details you need.
How Lina uses structured approaches in online work
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes. It is practical and works well for anxiety, low mood, sleep problems, and patterns that repeat in relationships.Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current reactions. It helps people recognize attachment patterns and practice different ways of relating to others when trust or closeness is difficult.
The therapist treats selecting an approach as a collaborative step. She will talk with clients about their goals and try techniques that match those goals. If one method is not helpful, she will suggest other ways to work together and adjust plans based on what the client reports.
Confirm session formats before booking so you know what is available. Online work can make scheduling easier and fit into everyday life, such as shorter check-ins during a work break or avoiding travel time. It also lets people continue therapy if they move within the state. Ask about current session options when you sign up so logistics are clear.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, eating and sleeping problems, career changes, bipolar disorder, and coping with life transitions.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is structured and practical. She combines listening with actionable exercises and short-term goals to help change unhelpful thoughts and habits.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience working with people on trauma, addiction, relationship issues, and other concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - practicing in California.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed or paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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