Cindy Llora, LMFT
Compassionate LMFT for relationships and trauma
- Trauma and grief
- Addiction recovery
- Couples and family therapy
About Cindy Llora
Cindy Llora is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 14 years of clinical experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions. An LMFT is a professional license for those trained to address interpersonal and family dynamics as well as individual mental health concerns. She holds licenses in both Arizona and California - CA LMFT 103055 and AZ LMFT LMFT-15462 - and is based in Arizona.
Cindy brings a broad clinical background that includes work with people facing addiction and dual diagnoses, and she has provided trauma-focused care for veterans. Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns such as mood disorders, bipolar disorder, self-esteem and identity struggles, intimacy and sexual culture issues including BDSM and kink, family-of-origin problems, career stress, and compassion fatigue. She integrates several evidence-informed methods, drawing on cognitive behavioral techniques to address patterns of thought and behavior, client-centered approaches that prioritize the individual's experience, acceptance and commitment principles to foster meaningful values-based action, and attachment-focused work to repair relational wounds.
In addition to traditional talk therapy, Cindy has used creative tools such as music lyrics and songwriting with clients coping with addiction, trauma, and grief. She earned a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from the University of Phoenix and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State University, Northridge. Cindy emphasizes helping people reframe repetitive negative narratives and develop healthier coping strategies, and she approaches each therapeutic relationship with respect and a focus on practical, attainable change.
Cindy brings a broad clinical background that includes work with people facing addiction and dual diagnoses, and she has provided trauma-focused care for veterans. Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns such as mood disorders, bipolar disorder, self-esteem and identity struggles, intimacy and sexual culture issues including BDSM and kink, family-of-origin problems, career stress, and compassion fatigue. She integrates several evidence-informed methods, drawing on cognitive behavioral techniques to address patterns of thought and behavior, client-centered approaches that prioritize the individual's experience, acceptance and commitment principles to foster meaningful values-based action, and attachment-focused work to repair relational wounds.
In addition to traditional talk therapy, Cindy has used creative tools such as music lyrics and songwriting with clients coping with addiction, trauma, and grief. She earned a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from the University of Phoenix and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State University, Northridge. Cindy emphasizes helping people reframe repetitive negative narratives and develop healthier coping strategies, and she approaches each therapeutic relationship with respect and a focus on practical, attainable change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Cindy Llora have?
Cindy Llora has 14 years of experience in the counseling field.
Is Cindy Llora a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Licenses listed: CA LMFT 103055 and AZ LMFT LMFT-15462.
In which languages does Cindy Llora provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Cindy Llora located?
She is located in Arizona.
How can I work with Cindy Llora as my therapist?
You can work with Cindy Llora through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Cindy Llora work with international clients?
No. Cindy Llora does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Cindy Llora cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as location and therapist availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a 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 Flexible Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed action despite uncomfortable thoughts or feelings. It supports work on stress, anxiety, depression, and challenges that come with life transitions by teaching practical strategies for living in line with what matters most.
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of connection, trust, and intimacy. This approach is useful for addressing relationship difficulties, abandonment or attachment wounds, and communication problems by fostering safer, more secure interpersonal responses.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the individual's experience and fosters growth through empathy, active listening, and validation. It is often used to improve self-esteem, explore life purpose, and support personal decision-making in a nonjudgmental setting.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process; Cindy collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She works with clients and licensed professionals to adjust strategies over time so the therapy remains practical and relevant.
Online therapy offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to access care from home or work. These formats support consistent attendance, allow for more scheduling options, and make it possible to receive ongoing support in a way that fits daily life.