Portia Anderson, LMFT
Experienced LMFT specializing in trauma and relationships
- LMFT with 19 years
- Trauma informed care
- CBT and DBT approaches
About Portia Anderson
Portia Anderson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 19 years of clinical experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through a range of challenges. As an LMFT she is trained to address relationship dynamics and family systems, and she combines that background with a blend of psychodynamic, solution-focused, cognitive behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavior (DBT), and trauma-informed techniques to tailor care to each person’s needs.
Her practice is informed by a commitment to social justice and humanistic values, which shape a respectful, strengths-based approach. Portia works with people navigating trauma and abuse, substance use and recovery including dual diagnosis, life transitions, mood disorders, family of origin concerns, and issues related to socio-economic stressors, racism, gender, and LGBT identities. She also focuses on codependency, children in foster care, improving interpersonal relationships, and court-mandated treatment.
Portia aims to partner with clients to explore patterns that contribute to current difficulties, build practical coping skills, and strengthen relationships. Her work blends insight-oriented reflection with concrete strategies from evidence-informed methods so clients can move toward meaningful change at their own pace.
Her practice is informed by a commitment to social justice and humanistic values, which shape a respectful, strengths-based approach. Portia works with people navigating trauma and abuse, substance use and recovery including dual diagnosis, life transitions, mood disorders, family of origin concerns, and issues related to socio-economic stressors, racism, gender, and LGBT identities. She also focuses on codependency, children in foster care, improving interpersonal relationships, and court-mandated treatment.
Portia aims to partner with clients to explore patterns that contribute to current difficulties, build practical coping skills, and strengthen relationships. Her work blends insight-oriented reflection with concrete strategies from evidence-informed methods so clients can move toward meaningful change at their own pace.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsParanoiaPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Portia Anderson have?
Portia Anderson has 19 years of experience as a psychotherapist.
Is Portia Anderson a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Her license details are CA LMFT 113890.
In which languages does Portia Anderson provide therapy?
Portia provides therapy in English.
Where is Portia Anderson located?
Portia Anderson is located in California.
How can I work with Portia Anderson as my therapist?
You can work with Portia Anderson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Portia Anderson work with international clients?
Portia Anderson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Portia Anderson 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
Portia integrates psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) into her work to offer both insight and skills-based support. Psychodynamic therapy explores how past relationships and early experiences shape current feelings and patterns, helping people understand recurring themes in their lives. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaching practical strategies to reduce symptoms and improve functioning, which can be useful for mood and anxiety concerns. DBT blends acceptance and change strategies and teaches skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, making it helpful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Portia collaborates with each person to determine what fits best based on their goals, needs, and preferences. Together they may draw from one or more methods and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Portia is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home, coordinate around work or caregiving responsibilities, and maintain continuity of care during life transitions.