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- ACT and CBT methods
- Emotion-focused work
- Skills and coping tools
About Arlene
CA Psychologist Dr. Arlene Unger has practiced in California for 30 years. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, depression, and related concerns using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy.
Dr. Unger offers straightforward, skills-based work. She helps people learn coping tools for immediate problems and chronic stress. Sessions address trauma, loss, intimacy concerns, eating and sleeping problems, parenting strain, anger, and self-esteem issues. She also supports those navigating ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, career decisions, and compassion fatigue.
Her day-to-day approach blends ACT and CBT techniques with emotion-focused methods. That means practicing present-moment awareness, noticing unhelpful thoughts, and working on emotional connection patterns. Clients can expect concrete exercises, behavioral experiments, and talk-based reflection during sessions.
Dr. Unger holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology and practices as CA Psychologist 15383. She also brings background in nutrition, wellness, mindfulness, life coaching, and substance abuse support. She has written mindfulness visualization books and articles that supplement her clinical work.
Work is collaborative and paced to practical needs. People who want skill-building, clearer communication, and help managing intense feelings may find the sessions directly focused on those goals. For session formats, confirm current options before booking.
To begin, clients complete a short intake questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online booking flow.
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How ACT, CBT, and EFT guide online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and sensations, clarifying values, and taking meaningful actions. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, panic, and sleep or eating concerns. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on how emotions and interaction patterns shape relationships and intimacy. It helps people recognize emotional responses and build different ways of connecting.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which approach or combination fits their goals and daily life. That discussion can happen in early sessions and be adjusted over time based on what helps.
Confirm current session formats before booking as the biography does not list specific delivery methods. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to schedule appointments around work, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Discuss practical preferences for session length and frequency during the intake so sessions fit with daily routines.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, depression, and related concerns such as eating and sleeping problems, parenting strain, anger, and low self-esteem.
What therapeutic approaches does she use?
Her work draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). Sessions combine mindfulness, thought work, and attention to emotional patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has 30 years of clinical experience practicing in California and working with adults on a wide range of life stressors and mental health concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology and is listed as CA Psychologist 15383. Her practice is based in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How do sessions and costs work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Confirm pricing details during intake.
How do I start a first session?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling your first session through the booking flow.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.