- Attachment work
- CBT and DBT
- Dreams and imagery
About Nathalie
Nathalie Contro is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in California with three years of experience under that credential. She helps people handle stress, anxiety, relationship strain, addiction concerns, depression, grief, and intimacy-related problems. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Nathalie focuses on how patterns from early family life shape current behavior. She talks with clients about roles they grew up with, attachment dynamics, and how those patterns affect communication and closeness now. Conversations are practical and aimed at developing skills for clearer communication and healthier coping.
Her work draws on attachment-based ideas and client-centered listening alongside cognitive behavioral tools and dialectical behavior strategies. That means she pays attention to relationship leaning and fosters skills for managing intense emotions and changing unhelpful thinking. She also uses Jungian ideas such as working with imagery and dreams when that fits the client's goals.
Nathalie often helps people who are navigating substance use concerns, mood differences such as bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, or personality-related difficulties. She also supports those facing career stress, caregiver strain, body image and intimacy questions. Additional focuses include adoption and foster care, attachment issues, and blended family dynamics.
To begin, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules a first session. Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Prospective clients should confirm the current session options before booking.
How her approaches translate to online work
Attachment-based work looks at how early relationship patterns shape current connections. In online sessions this can mean tracing how family roles and expectations repeat themselves and trying different ways of relating in the moment. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflection; the therapist uses that approach to help people articulate needs and notice patterns during conversation. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) breaks down unhelpful thoughts and behaviors into steps you can change, with specific strategies for anxiety, mood shifts, and coping skills. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what techniques feel most useful, and then adjust the plan as sessions progress. People often combine methods to address both feelings and practical skills. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online work helps fit therapy into a busy life - it can make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Different formats also let people choose quieter surroundings, avoid being on camera some days, or use a session time that fits a work break. Discussing logistics during the first scheduling steps clarifies what will work best for individual needs.Areas of expertise
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to family background?
She works with issues that stem from family-of-origin patterns, including attachment issues, relationship roles, and how those dynamics affect current relationships.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She combines client-centered listening with practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to build coping skills and improve communication.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She holds an LMFT credential and has three years of professional experience under that license in California.
Where is she based and licensed?
She is a California LMFT practicing in California. Sessions are provided in English and Spanish.
Can I see her if I live outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered to people within the therapist's supported region.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are therapy costs handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing the short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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