- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin issues
- Grief and loss
About Kimberly
Kimberly Marks is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with four years of clinical experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, grief, and family-related problems, including family of origin issues and communication struggles.
She draws on long experience in education as a former high school teacher in the Valley. That background shaped how she talks with parents and young adults about school, work, and transitions. Her academic path includes a Bachelor of Arts in History from UC Santa Barbara, a Master of Education from Stanford University, and a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University.
In sessions she helps people notice patterns that came from their families and how those patterns show up now. People often talk about roles they fell into, expectations that feel heavy, or conflict that repeats across relationships. Therapy focuses on practical steps to change how someone communicates, sets boundaries, or makes decisions about relationships and work.
She also supports people facing grief and loss, life transitions, and questions of purpose. Conversations can include how faith or spirituality fit into someone’s values and choices. The work blends several evidence-based techniques to address anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress concerns.
Kimberly offers psychotherapy informed by a range of approaches. She has training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and uses methods suited to each person’s situation. Before booking, confirm session formats and scheduling details to make sure they fit your routine.
Evidence-based methods and online sessions
Kimberly uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address problems that stem from family patterns, life transitions, and grief. One approach she uses is cognitive-behavioral style work, which looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact and helps people try different ways of responding to stress and anxiety. Another method she employs is trauma-focused work such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which can help people who are struggling with post-traumatic stress symptoms process distressing memories and reduce their intensity.Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with clients to decide which techniques fit their goals and comfort level, adjusting methods as progress and priorities become clearer. That conversation happens early and continues as needs change.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or remove the need to travel to an office. Licensed professionals, including Kimberly, can help apply evidence-based tools through remote sessions when that format is available.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, grief, and family-related problems including communication difficulties and family of origin issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques and adapts methods to a person’s situation rather than following a single fixed model.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of clinical experience as an LMFT, combined with over 20 years of experience working in high school education.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMFT licensed in California and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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