- Bilingual English Spanish
- 30 years experience
- Practical coping skills
About Abigail
She meets each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Abigail adjusts conversations and plans to fit what each person needs. She frames therapy as a collaborative process and supports people as they try new ways of coping.
Her work often centers on practical skills for everyday life. That can mean learning tools to reduce anxious thinking, building clearer communication habits, or finding steady routines after loss. Sessions tend to focus on what is useful right now and on small steps that add up over time.
Abigail also supports people facing issues such as abandonment, adoption and foster care questions, aging and caregiver stress, chronic illness, codependency, and family of origin concerns. She draws on approaches that emphasize the person in the room and short-term problem solving.
People who come to Abigail usually want straightforward, respectful help and clear next steps. She aims to empower clients to try manageable changes and to build confidence that carries beyond the therapy hour.
How Abigail blends approaches for online support
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person and their experience, offering a respectful, nonjudgmental space to talk through problems and identify goals. It helps when someone needs empathy and a therapist who follows their pace.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks down thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to find specific patterns that keep problems going. It is useful for anxiety, low mood, and for building practical coping skills that can be practiced between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Abigail will talk with clients about goals, preferences, and how they respond to different strategies, then shape a plan that fits. That process is collaborative and reviewed as progress is made.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session options before booking. Many people find virtual sessions helpful because they can fit appointments into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for short check-ins when needed. Talk with Abigail about what will work best for your routine and which methods to try first.
License and NPI
- LMFT
NPI1538190046
As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Abigail help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. She also addresses issues like abandonment, adoption and foster care questions, caregiver stress, chronic illness, codependency, and family of origin problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is warm and collaborative, tailoring conversations and plans to each person. She focuses on practical steps and clear tools that clients can use between sessions.
What is her background and experience?
She has 30 years of professional experience working in mental health settings. That experience is used to guide conversations and help clients find workable strategies for change.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, CA LMFT, practicing in California.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How does cost and scheduling work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing is provided during the booking process.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.