- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practices
- Psychodynamic work
About Judy
Judy Jordan is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 20 years of experience. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, eating concerns, parenting struggles, and ADHD. She also focuses on communication problems, drug and alcohol addiction, panic attacks, and feelings of guilt and shame.
Judy uses straightforward tools and concrete steps in sessions. She introduces practical handouts and books that clients can use between meetings. Sessions often break larger problems into small actions so change feels manageable rather than overwhelming.
Her approach draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to notice and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Mindfulness practices are used to help people observe difficult feelings without getting swept up by them. She also uses psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that repeat across relationships and time.
Judy favors a steady pace and small, achievable goals. She aims to teach skills people can use on their own after a period of work together. Conversations include instruction, reflection, and concrete homework when that is helpful.
People who come for guilt or shame often leave with clearer next steps. Her practice accepts clients from outside the U.S. and offers sessions from California. Before booking, readers should confirm the current session options that Judy is offering.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Judy uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. This work often includes short exercises, thought records, and practical homework to try between sessions, which can fit well into online meetings.She also draws on mindfulness practices that teach attention and breathing exercises. These skills aim to reduce reactivity to intense feelings and can be practiced during or between online sessions. Psychodynamic ideas are used to notice repeating patterns in relationships and history, bringing those patterns into discussion so they can be understood and adjusted.
Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. Judy will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences rather than prescribing a single route. Together they review what helps and adapt methods over time.
The original biography did not list specific session formats. Confirm the format options Judy currently offers before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find that the combination of skills training, reflection, and short between-session assignments transfers well to remote sessions and daily life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, eating concerns, parenting challenges, and ADHD. Guilt and shame are listed among her focus areas.
How does she approach feelings of guilt and shame?
She uses practical steps like cognitive techniques and mindfulness to help people notice thoughts and feelings and respond differently. Sessions often include short exercises and written handouts to practice between meetings.
What is her background and experience?
She has 20 years of clinical experience working with adults. Her work includes addressing addictions, trauma, mood concerns, and communication problems.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage Family Therapist - registered in California. Her practice is located in California.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She accepts international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
The original biography did not specify session formats. Confirm current session options with Judy before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm specific pricing details during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.