- Attachment work
- CBT techniques
- Emotion-focused work
About Vladimira
Vladimira Lumley is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 23 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and grief. She also addresses concerns related to LGBT identity, self-esteem, career strain, bipolar mood concerns, and coping with life changes.
Her approach is conversational and practical. Sessions focus on clear steps people can try between meetings. She draws on Attachment-Based, Client-Centered, and Cognitive Behavioral ideas to help clients notice patterns and try different responses. Conversations are paced to the person, with attention to feelings and to what actually changes day to day.
Vladimira combines exploration of past relationship patterns with present-day problem solving. She may look at how early attachment experiences shape current trust and closeness, then pair that with practical skills to manage anxiety or cravings. For relationship concerns she uses Emotionally-Focused and Imago-based ideas to address interaction patterns and improve communication.
She works in English and Czech and accepts international clients. Her licensing is listed as CO LMFT and CA LMFT. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. The intake helps identify whether attachment work, CBT-style skill building, or emotion-focused work will be most helpful going forward.
How Vladimira blends approaches for online sessions
Attachment-Based work looks at how early relationship patterns affect current closeness and trust. It helps people understand why certain interactions trigger shame or withdrawal and guides gentle changes in relating to others. Client-Centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the client. It gives space to name painful feelings and decide what to try next. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down unhelpful thoughts and habits into steps. It offers practical techniques to test beliefs and change behaviors that keep guilt or shame active.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Vladimira will collaborate with clients to see which combination of attachment insight, emotion-focused conversation, or CBT skill building fits their goals and daily life. She adjusts the plan as progress and preferences become clearer.
The original biography does not specify which online formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a weeknight or a lunch break, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or let someone avoid travel time. Licensed professionals can use these ways to keep therapy part of everyday life while focusing on practical changes and relationship patterns.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
California, Colorado
Languages
English, Czech
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of guilt or shame concerns does she address?
She works with trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, LGBT concerns, and other struggles that often involve guilt or shame.
How does she approach feelings of guilt or shame in sessions?
She uses a mix of Attachment-Based, Client-Centered, and CBT ideas to explore where the feelings come from and to try practical changes in thinking and behavior.
How long has she worked with these issues?
She has 23 years of clinical experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, listed as CO LMFT and CA LMFT, and practices in California.
Can I work with her if English is not my first language?
Sessions are offered in English and Czech, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.