- Family of origin issues
- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting support
About Todd
Todd Mangini is a California licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 20 years of clinical work. He helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, and with life changes that leave them feeling stuck. He uses clear, direct conversation to identify immediate problems and next steps.
Todd often supports parents who are worn down by caregiving or by parenting challenges. He also works with people managing grief, addictions, compassion fatigue, chronic illness in a loved one, and intimacy or sexual issues. Family of origin issues are a listed focus and appear in his practical approach to current conflicts.
In sessions he draws on client-centered methods, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing and solution-focused work. That mix is used to help people notice patterns, try small changes, and evaluate what helps. He describes therapy as a place to name thoughts and emotions, and to learn new responses.
Todd emphasizes straightforward talk about how thoughts, feelings, and bodily reactions connect. He invites clients to test different ways of responding to old patterns and to notice what shifts. He aims to improve self-esteem, reduce anxiety, and help people rebuild healthier relationships with themselves and others.
He mentions his identity as a 67-year-old gay man and uses he/him pronouns. His practice is located in California and his work reflects long experience with caregiving stress, aging issues, and complex family dynamics.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Todd uses client-centered therapy to focus on the person's experience and priorities. That approach involves open listening and reflecting so people can clarify what matters and what they want to change.He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help identify unhelpful thought patterns and test new behaviors. CBT is practical and useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and changing reactions tied to old family roles. Mindfulness Therapy is used to develop present-moment awareness of thoughts and body sensations, which can reduce reactivity and support better choices.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist and client will talk about goals, try methods, and adjust based on what works. That process means checking in about the fits and misfits of techniques and moving forward together.
Please confirm the exact session formats before booking since the therapist's biography does not list specific online or in-person options. Ask about how sessions might fit your schedule and daily life, for example by choosing shorter check-ins, planning sessions around work breaks, or using less bandwidth when video is difficult.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
Todd works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns along with grief, addictions, intimacy issues, parenting struggles, and life transitions.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a straightforward, conversational style that combines client-centered listening with practical techniques from CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work.
How long has he practiced?
He brings 20 years of professional experience as a California LMFT to his clinical work.
Where is his practice located and what credential does he hold?
He is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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