Therese Schmoll, LMFT

Experienced California LMFT for relationships

30 years experience
Relationships and families
Attachment and communication

About Therese Schmoll

Therese Schmoll is a seasoned mental health professional with more than thirty years of experience in the human services and mental health fields. A graduate of Pepperdine University School of Education and Psychology, she trained in clinical psychology with a focus on marriage and family therapy and now practices privately, supporting a broad spectrum of clients. She brings deep experience addressing depression, anxiety, addictions, eating and sleeping difficulties, grief and loss, trauma and abuse, and mood disorders including bipolar presentations.

Her practice also emphasizes relationship, family and intimacy concerns - from premarital and couples work to divorce, blended family dynamics, infidelity, communication problems, and commitment or dependency issues. Therese works with clients facing parenting challenges, hospice and end-of-life matters, fertility and reproductive stress, as well as issues related to ADHD, anger, self-esteem, career transitions, and compassion fatigue. She also provides care for LGBT clients and for those coping with substance or behavioral addictions. Drawing on decades of clinical experience, she offers practical, collaborative support tailored to each person and family she works with.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuse GriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFertility issuesHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityJealousyMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexuality

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Therese Schmoll have?

Therese Schmoll has 30 years of experience in the mental health and human services field.

Is Therese Schmoll a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). License details: CA LMFT 50082.

In which languages does Therese Schmoll provide therapy?

Therese Schmoll provides therapy in English.

Where is Therese Schmoll located?

Therese Schmoll is located in California.

How can I work with Therese Schmoll as my therapist?

You can work with Therese Schmoll through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Therese Schmoll work with international clients?

Therese Schmoll does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Therese Schmoll 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.

Approach-Focused Online Therapy with a Relational Emphasis

Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns shape current bonds and emotional responses; it helps clients who struggle with intimacy, trust, codependency, and attachment-related anxiety. Client-Centered Therapy places the client at the center of the work, emphasizing empathy, active listening, and collaboration to support personal growth, self-esteem, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and to build practical coping skills.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Therese works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she tailors methods to fit the individual or family rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call or phone, and shorter check-ins are possible via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care around work, family, and geographic constraints, while allowing licensed professionals to provide ongoing support and skill-building in ways that fit a client’s routine.

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