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Brenda Palacios, LMFT

LMFT offering family and trauma support
  • Family therapy
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Parenting support

About Brenda Palacios

Brenda Palacios is a California-based LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with 15 years of clinical experience. She has supported individuals and families through complex family conflict, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, and transitions tied to life changes, and she brings specific experience addressing compassion fatigue.

Her work also includes focus areas such as abandonment, aging and geriatric issues, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, codependency, commitment concerns, communication problems, responses to natural or human-caused disaster, domestic violence, feelings of emptiness, family-of-origin issues, forgiveness, jealousy, and exploring life purpose. These areas inform a broad, systems-oriented approach to treatment.

Palacios approaches each person with respect, kindness, and compassion, and she adapts interactions and treatment plans to fit individual needs and circumstances. In clinical work she aims to help clients reframe difficult experiences in ways that promote growth and resilience.

She recognizes the courage it takes to seek change and offers collaborative support to help clients pursue more fulfilling, meaningful lives and reach their mental health goals.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessJealousyLife purposePregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Brenda Palacios have?

Brenda Palacios has 15 years of experience.

Is Brenda Palacios a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: CA LMFT 109810.

In which languages does Brenda Palacios provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Brenda Palacios located?

She is located in California.

How can I work with Brenda Palacios as my therapist?

Work with Brenda Palacios can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Brenda Palacios work with international clients?

Brenda Palacios does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Brenda Palacios cost?

Cost can vary depending on factors such as 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match a person with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Online Therapy Fit Someone's Needs?

Many people wonder whether remote therapy can make a real difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating major life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the primary advantages is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that fits their routine and comfort level - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it easier to incorporate counseling into a busy life and to maintain continuity of care.

Licensed professionals provide therapeutic support remotely, and clients may choose a different therapist at any time if they prefer a new fit. For many people, online therapy offers an accessible, practical way to pursue personal growth and manage life challenges with professional guidance.

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