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Audrey Teshima, LMFT

Compassionate California LMFT supporting families and transitions
  • Family and parenting
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Career and self esteem

About Audrey Teshima

Audrey Teshima is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with a decade of clinical experience and a strong background in public school education. She has provided care across diverse treatment settings, including private practice, community mental health and substance abuse clinics, and elementary, middle, and high school environments, which informs her practical, developmentally aware approach to therapy.

She works with individuals, couples, and families on a wide range of concerns such as family conflict, relationship struggles, parenting and co-parenting challenges, self-esteem and confidence issues, vocational and career difficulties, stress, anxiety, grief, and compassion fatigue. Her practice also attends to topics like ADHD, attachment and family-of-origin issues, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, and aging or geriatric concerns. Audrey integrates evidence-based methods including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness approaches, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems to tailor care to each client's needs.

With a practice that incorporates Biblically based Christian principles when appropriate, she offers gentle guidance and collaborative problem solving aimed at building resilience and resourcefulness. Audrey emphasizes clients' strengths and works to help them process the emotions tied to life's challenges so they can move toward a more hope-filled and functional life. Her license is CA LMFT 107465, reflecting her credential as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Audrey Teshima have?

Audrey Teshima has 10 years of professional clinical experience.

Is Audrey Teshima a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her license is listed as CA LMFT 107465.

In which languages does Audrey Teshima provide therapy?

Audrey Teshima provides therapy in English.

Where is Audrey Teshima located?

She is located in California.

How can I work with Audrey Teshima as my therapist?

Clients can work with Audrey Teshima through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Audrey Teshima work with international clients?

No. Audrey Teshima does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Audrey Teshima 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a brief 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.

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One major benefit is flexibility - clients can connect with a therapist using the method that fits their schedule and comfort level, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility often makes it simpler to maintain regular care alongside busy work, school, or family obligations.

Licensed professionals deliver care through these formats, and clients have the option to seek a different therapist if they feel a different match would be better. For many people, online sessions offer a practical, accessible way to engage in therapeutic work while addressing a range of life concerns.

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