Cynthia Cunningham
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
California therapists accepting new clients
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About Cynthia
I have been a licensed marriage family therapist in California for over 27 years. I am what some people would call a “wounded healer”, because I have been sober 35 years. I am also in recovery from co-dependency and love addiction. I believe anyone can change their life for the better, because I have changed mine for the better. If you love someone who does not love you back, I can help you STOP loving them and help you to start loving yourself. If you cannot say no, I can teach you how to say NO in a kind way and mean it.
In addition to the areas mentioned above, I can also help you to over come anxiety/panic and depression. I use cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic therapy to help you to make the changes you want to make in your life. You are always in control of your therapy and you decide
I have been in the client’s chair, so I know first hand that it takes courage to begin the journey to a better life. You do not have to journey alone ; I will be your companion. All journeys begin with the first step. Take that first step today.
I would be honored to work with you.
What Cynthia helps with
- Addictions
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Eating disorders
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Sleeping disorders
- Stress, Anxiety
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- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Antisocial personality
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Eating and food-related issues
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fertility issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hoarding
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Postpartum depression
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
How Cynthia works
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Hypnotherapy
- Imago Relationship Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “Cynthia has helped me so much. She has built me up and offered suggestions based on her expertise that have guided me in accomplishing many of my goals. My life has turned around in such a positive way and I truly believe Cynthia has contributed to that. I am very grateful.”
- “Best therapist ever !!”
- “Best therapist ever!! She really helps me understand why things happen and helps me problem solve to find a better solution. I’ve been seeing her for almost 3 years and my life has changed drastically for the better.”
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- “Cynthia has helped me out of a dark time. She’s a patient and kind listener. She is so good at directing in a way that you feel confident in decision making and problem solving. She is not only validating but gentle in helping to learn techniques to overcome areas of weakness. And helpful at understanding others perspectives. She guided me in a way that broke a barrier I was uncertain could be breachable. I am grateful for her.”
- “Cynthia is an excellent therapist. She is unfailingly encouraging. She is good at listening and providing ideas especially if I feel stuck. I have had several therapists in my life and I felt completely trusting and comfortable with Cynthia from the first meeting.”
- “Cynthia is soo amazing! So helpful and really has helped me gain more confidence in life.”
- “She has helped immensely over these past two years and I feel like a better person.”
- “It’s great working with Cynthia. She is very experienced and considerate. I enjoy working with her for my sessions.”
- “I would highly recommend Cynthia. She helps me sort through my relationship, kids, and emotions.”
- “So helpful. Supportive and insightful feedback. Calming force on my chaotic thoughts.”
- “Very helpful and willing to challenge beliefs and motivation in a caring manner which helps me to make changes.”
- “Definitely would recommend Cynthia! She has helped me figure out my emotions and how to manage them .. I also think has a great way of making sense of situations. Great therapist!”
- “I honestly have no idea where I would be without Cynthia's help! She was able to counsel me on a variety of topics to offer new perspectives and help me get my life together. I am extremely grateful. She is a very attentive and effective therapist who helped me progress many difference facets of my life.”
- “Cynthia is and has been great help to keep me on my journey of healing.”
- “Best therapist! She really understands me and helps with my anxiety”
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