- Client-Centered Therapy
- CBT techniques
- EMDR for trauma
About Dale
Dale Hamilton is a California LMFT and LPCC with 29 years of clinical experience. He works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression, and he lists guilt and shame among his additional focus areas.
He keeps sessions practical and direct. He listens to what feels most pressing and then talks through steps to reduce overwhelm. Conversations cover feelings, the events that led to them, and small changes a person can try between sessions.
His background includes long-term clinical work in community and outpatient settings. Over nearly three decades he has supported people through loss, panic attacks, and the fallout of relationship conflicts. He uses straightforward approaches rather than abstract theories.
In practice he combines client-centered methods with cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and test different behaviors. He also offers EMDR for people who have trauma reactions that have not eased with other approaches. He adapts the mix to each person’s situation and goals.
Sessions are focused on clear goals and practical skills. People can expect to talk about concrete situations that trigger shame or guilt, learn ways to challenge harsh self-judgments, and practice new responses in day-to-day life. If you want to begin, follow the site process to review options and schedule a first session.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following what matters to the person. Online sessions let the therapist and client talk through current worries, values, and decisions in a conversational way that centers the person's concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. In online sessions this often means identifying patterns on screen, trying small behavior experiments between meetings, and using worksheets or short practices to test new responses to guilt and shame.
EMDR is used for trauma that keeps replaying or triggering intense reactions. When EMDR is part of work online, the therapist guides bilateral stimulation and processing while the client describes shifts in memory and feeling. This approach is typically used when trauma memories are a central concern.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, past experiences with therapy, and what feels doable. Together they decide whether to focus on conversation, CBT exercises, EMDR, or a mix of methods.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Therapists and licensed professionals can adapt methods to suit each person's schedule and day-to-day life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
29+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Guilt and shame are listed among his additional focus areas.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He combines client-centered conversation with practical cognitive work to identify harsh self-judgments. Sessions often include steps to test different ways of thinking and behaving.
How much experience does he have?
He has 29 years of professional experience working in clinical settings. That background includes supporting people through trauma reactions, panic, and loss.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LMFT and LPCC credentials and is licensed in California. His practice is located in California.
Does he offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
What steps are required to begin?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session. The site guides you through each step.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.