About
- Cognitive behavioral work
- Trauma informed care
- English and Spanish
About Linda
Linda Mandozai is an LMFT - a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - practicing in California with 17 years of clinical experience. She is bilingual in English and Spanish. Her stated focus includes stress, anxiety, family concerns, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and depression.
Linda trained in clinical psychology and uses cognitive behavioral approaches in her work. She describes providing trauma-informed care to help people manage symptoms of PTSD, stress, anxiety, and depression. Sessions are presented in straightforward language and aim to address practical patterns that contribute to daily strain.
Her background includes a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from UCLA. Over the years she has worked with adults and with parents who are navigating the pressures of caregiving and relationship stress.
In session she helps people identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and practices exercises to shift those patterns. Conversations focus on what can be done between sessions as well as during them. She notes the value of addressing attachment and abandonment concerns alongside mood and anxiety symptoms.
Linda is available in English and Spanish. Practical topics she lists include communication problems, caregiver stress, divorce and separation, body image, guilt and shame, panic attacks, and broader mood concerns. If you want to explore whether her approach fits your needs, follow the listed steps to see online therapy options and schedule a first session.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Linda uses cognitive behavioral techniques that focus on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. This method breaks problems into small, practical steps and often includes exercises to try between sessions, which can be easy to track in remote work.She also practices trauma-informed care, which means attention to how past distress shows up now. That approach prioritizes pacing, safety in conversation, and building small skills for managing intense feelings and panic symptoms.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss your goals and preferences and adapt methods accordingly. Together you decide what feels most useful, and she adjusts techniques as you progress.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can fit into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make it easier to follow through with regular appointments. They also let people continue work between meetings by practicing exercises and tracking progress in ways that fit everyday life.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She lists stress, anxiety, family issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and depression, plus related topics like caregiver stress, communication problems, panic attacks, and body image.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses cognitive behavioral methods and trauma-informed approaches, focusing on practical patterns in thinking and behavior to reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 17 years of professional clinical experience working in mental health settings and with clients addressing mood, anxiety, and trauma-related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMFT licensed in California and holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University.
Can she work with Spanish speakers?
Yes. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does she see clients outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and getting started handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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