- Guilt and shame
- Self-esteem work
- English and Spanish
About Kimberly
Kimberly Gomez is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with three years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, motivation problems, and compassion fatigue. Kimberly also addresses concerns such as communication difficulties, family problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, immigration issues, infidelity, isolation, jealousy, life purpose, self-love, social anxiety, workplace stress, and young adult issues.
Kimberly takes a straightforward, conversational approach in sessions. She listens to what feels most urgent and helps people talk through specific moments and patterns that cause pain. Sessions focus on practical steps and verbal reflection rather than lengthy theory. The aim is to help people notice how their thoughts and actions connect to feelings like guilt and shame.
She works with clients to set clear, manageable goals. That might include practicing new ways to communicate, trying different responses to anxiety, or separating self-blame from responsibility. Kimberly encourages small experiments between sessions so people can test what helps in real life.
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. Kimberly emphasizes steady, realistic progress rather than quick fixes. She asks questions, reflects what she hears, and offers observations that people can use right away.
People who choose her often want direct guidance and practical tools alongside conversations about meaning and forgiveness. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the platform's booking flow.
Evidence-based approaches for guilt and shame online
Kimberly uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful thought patterns and practicing new behaviors. One common approach helps people identify thoughts that fuel guilt and shame, then test whether those thoughts match reality. This method can be useful for anxiety, self-criticism, and persistent regret.Another practical approach centers on behavioral experiments and skill practice. Clients try small, manageable changes between sessions to see what reduces shame or eases anxiety. These experiments provide real-world feedback and help shift how people respond to difficult feelings.
Finding the right mix of approaches happens collaboratively. Kimberly will talk with clients about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they choose strategies to try and adjust them over time based on what works in the person's life.
Confirm current session formats before booking so you know how sessions will be held. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. Therapists often use video for full sessions and may use phone for brief check-ins, but verify Kimberly's offered formats when you schedule.
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Primary focus
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of guilt or shame does she address?
She works with guilt and shame tied to relationships, past actions, family and faith, and life choices.
How does she approach feelings of guilt and shame?
She uses a conversational, practical style that helps people notice patterns, name feelings, and try small changes between sessions.
What experience does she bring to this work?
She has three years of professional experience as a practicing clinician working with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, and compassion fatigue.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a California LMFT, licensed to practice in California.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
She accepts international clients; confirm any region-specific details before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to get started?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.