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Dr. Kimball Pier, LMFT

Experienced California Marriage and Family Therapist
  • 30 years experience
  • Relationship and family therapy
  • Trauma and grief support

About Dr. Kimball Pier

Dr. Kimball Pier is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California with 30 years of clinical experience. She has built a practice centered on guiding people through major life transitions and helping them manage the intense emotions that often accompany significant losses and changes.

Her training includes trauma healing and work with clients affected by family or historical trauma, substance use disorders, and depression. Over the years she has focused much of her work on relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, and conflict resolution, often using mediation to help families and couples find constructive paths forward.

Dr. Pier also has practical experience supporting clients through divorce, creating parenting plans, co-parenting after separation or dissolution, and addressing blended family dynamics. She approaches each person with respect, humility, sensitivity, and compassion, and views clients stories as opportunities to foster new perspectives and ways of seeing oneself.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issues

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Kimball Pier have?

Dr. Kimball Pier has 30 years of clinical experience.

Is Dr. Kimball Pier a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: CA LMFT 44285.

In which languages does Dr. Kimball Pier provide therapy?

Dr. Kimball Pier provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Kimball Pier located?

Dr. Kimball Pier is located in California.

How can I work with Dr. Kimball Pier as my therapist?

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

Does Dr. Kimball Pier work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. Kimball Pier works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Kimball Pier 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 for You?

Many people ask whether connecting with a therapist online can truly help. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the most practical benefits is flexibility. Individuals can choose the mode of connection that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to schedule care around work, family, and other commitments.

Licensed professionals provide treatment through these remote options, and clients have the option to switch therapists if they would prefer a different fit. This approach can make ongoing support more accessible while preserving the core therapeutic relationship and work.

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