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Tien Gerrodette, LMFT
California
LMFT in California - Stress and Addictions
See online therapy options- CBT methods
- Anger management
- Substance concerns
About Tien
Tien Gerrodette is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 20 years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression. He works with people who want practical ways to manage difficult feelings and reduce the impact of unhealthy habits.
He uses clear, structured methods to help clients notice unhelpful thoughts and patterns. Sessions emphasize small experiments and step-by-step changes rather than long talks alone. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thinking and behavior cycles that keep problems going.
Clients can expect concrete tools for managing cravings, lowering anxiety, and handling anger in the moment. He helps people break problems into manageable pieces and try different responses to see what works. When trauma or abuse is part of the story, he works at a pace the client can handle while focusing on present-day coping skills.
Tien views the client as the expert on their life and uses that knowledge to set realistic goals. He supports practical problem solving, skill practice, and regular review of progress. This approach is aimed at reducing symptoms and improving day-to-day functioning.
Sessions often center on homework between meetings so new skills become habits. He encourages tracking small wins and adjusting plans when needed. Before booking, prospective clients should confirm the current session options offered.
How CBT and structured methods are used in online sessions
CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviors to change how you feel. It uses short, focused exercises to identify mood-linked thinking and then tries alternative responses to see what helps reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms.For addictions and substance concerns he uses behavioral strategies that break routines tied to use and build replacement habits. These steps include planning for triggers, practicing coping skills, and reviewing what worked between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with each client to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and day-to-day life. Clients and therapist review progress and adjust techniques when needed so the plan stays practical.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving, or travel. It can also allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight and let clients use exercises in real life between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression. He also has an additional focus on drug and alcohol addiction.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, structured methods that emphasize noticing thoughts and testing new responses. Work often includes skill practice and short experiments between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 20 years of professional experience as a therapist. That background informs practical strategies for common problems.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - licensed in California. His practice is located in California.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he take clients outside the United States?
He accepts international clients. Confirm any cross-border session details before scheduling.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during sign-up.
What are the first steps to start working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process begins the intake and scheduling steps.
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