Carmen Mercado, LMFT

California LMFT focused on trauma and family healing

Stress and anxiety
Family and trauma
English and Spanish

About Carmen Mercado

Carmen Mercado is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 8 years of professional experience. As an LMFT, she holds a license that prepares her to work with individuals, couples, and families on relationship and life-stage challenges. Her clinical work centers on stress, anxiety, family concerns, trauma and abuse, and grief, and she also focuses on related issues such as communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, post-traumatic stress, and self-love.

Carmen has specific experience supporting people who have experienced childhood trauma and other forms of post-traumatic stress. She approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, viewing each person as the expert of their own story and building on the resources they already possess. Beginning therapy often requires courage, and Carmen recognizes that first step as an important part of the healing process. She offers a collaborative, empathetic approach aimed at helping clients navigate challenges and clarify goals in therapy.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief

Additional Focus Areas

Communication problemsDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposePost-traumatic stressSelf-love

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Carmen Mercado have?

Carmen Mercado has 8 years of professional experience.

Is Carmen Mercado a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her license details are CA LMFT 132263.

In which languages does Carmen Mercado provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Carmen Mercado located?

Carmen is located in California.

How can I work with Carmen Mercado as my therapist?

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

Does Carmen Mercado work with international clients?

No. Carmen Mercado does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Carmen Mercado 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 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 Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether remote therapy can truly help. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the way that works best for them - using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to fit care into a busy schedule.

Therapists who offer online services are licensed professionals, and clients may change providers at any time if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many people, remote therapy provides a practical, accessible option for addressing everyday mental health and relationship concerns.

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