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Amy Farkas, LMFT

California LMFT focused on addiction and relationships
  • LMFT in California
  • 15 years experience
  • Addictions and relationships

About Amy Farkas

Amy Farkas is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California with 15 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing a range of concerns including addictions, stress and anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family issues, and challenges related to life transitions and self-esteem. Her practice also focuses on codependency, communication difficulties, control issues, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, and workplace or social anxiety concerns.

Amy blends client-centered care with approaches drawn from existential, psychodynamic, solution-focused, and motivational interviewing traditions, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs. She emphasizes respectful, sensitive, and compassionate engagement, listening closely while offering direct, honest feedback that supports insight and practical change. Amy is experienced in addressing family of origin issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and substance-related struggles including drug and alcohol addiction.

She encourages individuals to seek support when facing difficult moments and aims to create a thoughtful space for exploration of life purpose, midlife concerns, mood disorders, and relationship dynamics. Scheduling note: daytime sessions only. Video sessions are available upon request depending on availability.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

AddictionsSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefDepression

Additional Focus Areas

CodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Existential Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Amy Farkas have?

Amy Farkas has 15 years of professional experience.

Is Amy Farkas a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is an LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: CA LMFT 88930.

In which languages does Amy Farkas provide therapy?

Amy provides therapy in English.

Where is Amy Farkas located?

Amy is located in California.

How can I work with Amy Farkas as my therapist?

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

Does Amy Farkas work with international clients?

Amy Farkas does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Amy Farkas 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.

Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people consider whether remote therapy can meet their needs. For a wide range of common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy is often comparable to traditional in-person care in terms of outcomes and usefulness.

One major advantage is flexibility - clients can choose the format that best fits their schedule and comfort level, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy life and to maintain continuity during transitions.

Therapists who offer online services are licensed professionals, and clients may change therapists at any time if they seek a different fit. For many people, remote sessions provide a practical and effective way to access consistent, professional support.

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