Sylvia Reed-Drake, LMFT
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- Parenting guidance
About Sylvia Reed-Drake
Sylvia emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, meeting each person where they are and supporting them as they take the often difficult first steps toward greater fulfillment and wellbeing. She frames change as a courageous process and offers steady guidance to help clients build clearer communication, healthier connections, and more confident decision making. Her goal is to help individuals and families move toward a more balanced and satisfying life through thoughtful, compassionate care.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Therapeutic Approach
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sylvia Reed-Drake have?
Sylvia Reed-Drake has 13 years of professional experience.
Is Sylvia Reed-Drake a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: CA LMFT 111650.
In which languages does Sylvia Reed-Drake provide therapy?
Sylvia Reed-Drake provides therapy in English.
Where is Sylvia Reed-Drake located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Sylvia Reed-Drake as my therapist?
You can work with Sylvia Reed-Drake through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sylvia Reed-Drake work with international clients?
Sylvia Reed-Drake does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sylvia Reed-Drake 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
How Sylvia's Approaches Translate to Online Care
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relational patterns shape current connections. It helps people examine attachment needs and repair patterns that contribute to anxiety, relationship strain, or feelings of abandonment, encouraging safer and more secure ways of relating.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client's own experience and strengths. A therapist using this approach offers empathic listening and reflection to help individuals discover their values, increase self-esteem, and make choices that feel authentic.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. It provides practical tools for managing stress, changing unhelpful thinking patterns, and developing more effective coping strategies.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Sylvia Reed-Drake works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy feels relevant and feasible.
Online sessions - including video calls, phone appointments, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent care without sacrificing flexibility. These options allow clients to connect in ways that suit their schedules and comfort levels, supporting continuity of care and making it simpler to integrate therapeutic work into everyday life.