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Vani Burnette, LMFT

Experienced LMFT focusing on relationships and healing
  • Bilingual English Spanish
  • CBT and solution-focused
  • 18 years experience

About Vani Burnette

Vani Burnette is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 18 years of clinical experience. She also holds an undergraduate degree in nutrition and dietetics, which contributes to a holistic perspective on wellbeing and lifestyle factors that affect mental health.

Throughout her career she has supported people facing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, career stress, and the effects of physical trauma or emotional abuse, among other concerns. Her work spans individual and family contexts and addresses both short-term problems and longer-term patterns that affect functioning and connection.

Burnette's counseling style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion while avoiding stigmatizing labels. She blends evidence-informed approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused techniques, attachment-based work, narrative therapy, and client-centered methods to shape a treatment plan that fits each person’s situation.

She emphasizes collaboration, practical coping strategies, and goal-focused dialogue to help clients clarify priorities and make meaningful changes. Vani works in both English and Spanish and is licensed in California as an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - CA LMFT 82256.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

CodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityEmptinessFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeNarcissismPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Sexual assault and abuseSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Vani Burnette have?

Vani Burnette has 18 years of experience working as a therapist.

Is Vani Burnette a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her California license is CA LMFT 82256.

In which languages does Vani Burnette provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Vani Burnette located?

Vani Burnette is located in California.

How can I work with Vani Burnette as my therapist?

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

Does Vani Burnette work with international clients?

No. Vani Burnette does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Vani Burnette 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 a 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 Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can produce real benefits. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions, online therapy is widely used and often provides outcomes similar to traditional in-person care.

One of the main advantages is flexibility. People can choose the way they connect that feels most comfortable and convenient - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to maintain consistency in care amid busy schedules.

Licensed professionals and therapists offer these remote options, and it is typically possible to switch to a different therapist if a better fit is needed. Online formats can help integrate therapy into everyday life, supporting access to ongoing guidance, skill-building, and problem-solving in ways that match individual needs and routines.

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