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Gunjani Patel-Oza, LPCC, LMHC

Licensed counselor helping with stress and relationships
  • Stress and anxiety care
  • Relationship and attachment work
  • Trauma-informed and somatic methods

About Gunjani Patel-Oza

Gunjani Patel-Oza is a licensed clinician with 17 years of professional experience helping adults navigate stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma, and self-esteem concerns. She holds the credentials LPCC and LMHC - LPCC stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and is licensed to practice in California and Florida (CA LPCC 4683, FL LMHC MH14441).

She approaches each client with sensitivity, respect, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to fit individual needs rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. Her clinical work includes support for relationship challenges, trauma and abuse recovery, confidence building, executive coaching, sleep difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue, alongside focused work on issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, communication difficulties, and guilt or shame.

Gunjani integrates a range of evidence-informed methods to match the needs of each person, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Attachment-Based and Client-Centered approaches, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), the Gottman Method for couples, hypnotherapy, mindfulness, somatic techniques, Internal Family Systems, solution-focused strategies, and trauma-focused interventions. She emphasizes practical skills and compassionate, collaborative care to help clients build resilience and move toward their goals.

She recognizes that taking the first step into therapy takes courage and strives to create a supportive environment where clients feel heard and guided through meaningful change.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Gunjani Patel-Oza have?

Gunjani Patel-Oza has 17 years of professional experience.

Is Gunjani Patel-Oza a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LPCC and LMHC. License details are CA LPCC 4683 and FL LMHC MH14441.

In which languages does Gunjani Patel-Oza provide therapy?

Gunjani Patel-Oza provides therapy in English.

Where is Gunjani Patel-Oza located?

Gunjani Patel-Oza is located in California.

How can I work with Gunjani Patel-Oza as my therapist?

You can work with Gunjani Patel-Oza through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Gunjani Patel-Oza work with international clients?

Yes, Gunjani Patel-Oza works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Gunjani Patel-Oza 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 the Right Fit for You?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist remotely can meet their needs. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions, many find that working with a therapist online provides meaningful support and progress similar to in-person care.

One of the strongest benefits is flexibility - clients can connect in whatever format suits them best, whether by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This variety makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy life and to choose the mode of communication that feels most comfortable.

Licensed professionals who offer online services use a range of therapeutic approaches and typically allow clients to request a different therapist if they would like a different fit. For people balancing work, family, or travel, online therapy can expand access to skilled therapists and make ongoing care more practical.

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