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- Stress and anxiety
- Perinatal mood issues
- CBT and mindfulness
About Erika
Erika Cadenas is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 12 years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress and anxiety, and on perinatal mood and anxiety concerns related to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. Erika works in English and Spanish.
She helps people who are managing anxiety, heightened stress, or mood changes after pregnancy. Sessions aim to address practical concerns that come with pregnancy and new parenthood. Conversations are collaborative and goal oriented so clients can make changes that fit their life.
Erika uses a mix of straightforward methods including client-centered approaches, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused work. She also integrates trauma-focused ideas when past events are affecting current mood and functioning. In sessions she listens for what matters most and then tests small steps that can reduce overwhelm.
Her style centers on clear communication and practical tools. That can mean identifying unhelpful thoughts, trying short behavioral experiments, or learning simple mindfulness exercises to manage stress. Progress is tracked by the concrete differences clients notice in daily routines and mood.
People who contact her will first complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. International clients are not accepted; services are provided within California.
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Therapeutic approaches used in remote work
Erika commonly draws on cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness therapy when working with anxiety and stress. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on recognizing and changing thinking patterns and behaviors that maintain anxiety. It often involves short experiments and practical homework to test new ways of coping. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase awareness of present-moment experience, which can help with stress and mood regulation.She approaches choosing methods as a shared process. In early meetings she reviews what feels most relevant, tries brief techniques, and adjusts the plan based on how the client responds. The aim is to find approaches that match the client's goals, daily life, and comfort with different tools.
Confirm the current session formats before booking. The practical benefits of remote work include easier scheduling around medical appointments or childcare, the ability to keep shorter check-ins on busy days, and fitting sessions into work breaks. These practical options can make it simpler to try therapy while managing the demands of pregnancy, postpartum life, and everyday schedules.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She focuses on stress and anxiety, and on perinatal mood issues including pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum depression.
What is her therapeutic style?
She works collaboratively using client-centered dialogue, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, solution-focused steps, and trauma-focused ideas when relevant.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of professional work experience as a clinician.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Sessions use a subscription model that varies with location and can be canceled at any time; specific rates depend on the chosen plan.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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