Elisabeth VanBuskirk, LMFT

California LMFT with 35 years experience

Stress and anxiety
Trauma and grief
Self esteem support

About Elisabeth VanBuskirk

Elisabeth VanBuskirk is a California-licensed clinician with 35 years of professional experience, practicing as an LMFT - a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Over three and a half decades she has worked with a wide range of concerns, focusing on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and coping with loss, motivation, self esteem and confidence, and depression.

She collaborates with clients to build an open and supportive atmosphere in which thoughts and feelings can be expressed without judgment. Elisabeth emphasizes practical support and steady guidance as people take steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life, helping them explore emotional patterns and develop coping strategies tailored to their circumstances.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Elisabeth VanBuskirk have?

Elisabeth VanBuskirk has 35 years of professional experience.

Is Elisabeth VanBuskirk a licensed therapist?

Yes. Elisabeth VanBuskirk is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Her California license number is 53888.

In which languages does Elisabeth VanBuskirk provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Elisabeth VanBuskirk located?

Elisabeth VanBuskirk is located in California.

How can I work with Elisabeth VanBuskirk as my therapist?

Elisabeth VanBuskirk offers sessions by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

Does Elisabeth VanBuskirk work with international clients?

Elisabeth VanBuskirk does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Elisabeth VanBuskirk cost?

The cost of therapy 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match to 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 Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist remotely can truly help. For many common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or managing life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

A major benefit of remote counseling is flexibility. Sessions can be arranged in the format that best suits an individual's needs and schedule - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which often makes it easier to maintain consistent care amid busy lives.

Therapists offering remote services are licensed professionals, and clients may choose to switch to a different therapist if a different fit is desired. For those weighing the option, online therapy can provide an accessible and practical way to engage with skilled support.

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