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Marriage and Family Therapy
California Board of Behavioral Sciences
142881, California
Vanessa Padilla
(She/Her/Hers)
Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)
Not accepting clients
Updated 2 days ago
4 years in practice
I offer telehealth sessions or in-person session in our uptown whittier office. I offer individual, child, family, and couples therapy. Bilingual Spanish.
Navigating daily life can feel overwhelming at times. I offer a compassionate, open space where both the pains and joys of life can be explored and used to build resilience, helping you or your family thrive more fully. With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I provide trauma-informed and culturally sensitive care. My holistic approach focuses on strengthening positive relationships—with oneself and with others. I hold dual degrees as an AMFT and APCC, with an emphasis in Medical Family Therapy and Spirituality. It would be a privilege to accompany you through this season of your life.
Remote / In-person
Speaks English, Spanish
Emergency number not available
Hispanic/LatinxCisgender WomanHeterosexualLGBTQIA+ ally
Practice hours (PDT)
Sun
closed
Mon
closed
Tue
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Wed
closed
Thu
12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Fri
closed
Sat
closed
Accepts new patients after hospitalization for
- Severe depression
- Self-harming behavior
- Suicidal intent or a plan
- Suicide attempt
- Severe emotional stress or trauma
Reserves times throughout the week for new clients after discharge from the hospital.
Adjusts scheduling to accommodate new clients after their hospitalization.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Academic Concerns
- Aging
- Anxiety
- Bullying
- Burnout
- Career
- Childhood Abuse
- Chronic Illness/Pain
- Conflict Resolution
- Depression
- Family Caregiving Stress
- Grief and Loss
- Immigration/Acculturation
- Life Transitions
- Loneliness/Isolation
- Panic
- Parenting Concerns
- Peer Difficulties
- Perfectionism
- Personal Growth
- Phobia
- Physical Stress
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Premarital Issues
- Racial Identity
- Racial/Cultural Oppression or Trauma
- Relationship(s) with Friends/Roommates
- Relationship(s) with Parents/Children/Family
- Relationship(s) with Partner/Husband/Wife
- School Concerns
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Assault
- Sexual Identity
- Sleep Concerns
- Social Anxiety
- Spiritual/Religious Concerns
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma
- Women's Issues
- Work/Life Balance
Age groups
- Preteens (10-12)
- Teens (13-17)
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
- Seniors (65 or older)
Special groups
- Adult children of alcoholics
- Athletes
- Immigrants
- People with disabilities
- Professional Healthcare Providers
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Communal Therapy
- Couples Therapy
- Assessment/Evaluation
- Behavior Modification
- Family Therapy
- Individual Therapy
Treatments
- Adlerian
- Eclectic Approaches
- Humanistic Therapy
- Social Skills Training
- Gottman Method
- Play Therapy
- Family Systems Therapy
- Attachment-Based Therapies
- Culturally-Sensitive Therapy
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Training
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
Location
Accommodations
Entering the practice
- Door can be opened easily
- Flat path to the front door
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Disabled parking spot (8ft / 2.4m)
Remote options
- Video
Payment options
$150 — $175per session
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – California
- Health Net – California
- Optum – California
- United HealthCare – California
- In-network insurance
- Out-of-pocket
- I offer a free consultation
Payment methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
Credentials
Licenses
Certificates
Associate Marriage ad Family Therapy
California Board of Behavioral Sciences
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor
California Board of Behavioral Sciences
15269
Vanessa Padilla
California Board of Behavioral Sciences
Education
Fuller Theological Seminary
Master of Science in Family Therapy, 2023
I am certified in Medical Marriage and Family Therapy and trained in career and life development. I treat children, adults, families, and couples.
BIOLA University
BA (Bachelor of Arts), 2003
Psychology Internship focus: Drug and Alcohol Treatment