Cathleen Stafford, LMFT
- Strengths-based support
- Encouraging first steps
- 25 years experience
About Cathleen Stafford
Cathleen aims to create a collaborative environment in which clients’ goals and perspectives shape the work. Her long clinical experience supports a steady, respectful approach to change, focused on helping people build on their existing abilities to navigate difficulties and pursue meaningful growth.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Therapeutic Approach
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Cathleen Stafford have?
Cathleen Stafford has 25 years of professional experience.
Is Cathleen Stafford a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in California. Her license number is CA LMFT 37242.
In which languages does Cathleen Stafford provide therapy?
Cathleen Stafford provides therapy in English.
Where is Cathleen Stafford located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Cathleen Stafford as my therapist?
You can work with Cathleen Stafford through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Cathleen Stafford work with international clients?
Cathleen Stafford does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Cathleen Stafford cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening closely to the client's experience and creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the person’s own goals and insights guide the work. This approach can be helpful for people seeking validation, clearer self-understanding, and steady support while navigating change.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, often used to address anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns by building skills that can be practiced between sessions. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people recognize and work with emotions in relationships and individual life, supporting improved connection, communication, and emotional regulation.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Cathleen collaborates with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods best fit each person's needs, goals, and preferences. Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and access from different locations, making it easier to maintain consistency in care while accommodating work, family, and other commitments.