- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Life purpose
About Ursula
Ursula Antonik-Buxton is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 40 years of professional experience. She works with adults who are facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, trauma or abuse, and low self-esteem. Ursula also focuses on communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, social anxiety and life purpose concerns.
Her style is direct and practical. Sessions typically involve talking through current problems, identifying patterns that keep the same issues repeating, and testing small changes between meetings. She pays attention to how relationships and family history shape what happens now. That includes looking at communication habits and emotional responses that get in the way of connection.
Ursula offers a grounded approach to work on motivation and confidence. She helps people set clear, manageable goals and breaks larger changes into simple steps. For those dealing with trauma and abuse she uses steady, paced work to reduce distress and rebuild coping skills.
She describes therapy as a collaborative process. Clients can expect straightforward feedback, practical exercises, and regular review of progress. Sessions aim to be useful in daily life and tied to specific concerns such as parenting strains, workplace stress, or relationship repair.
To begin, people are invited to identify the immediate problem they want to change. From there Ursula and the client develop a focused plan that fits the person’s schedule and goals.
Approaches that guide online work
Evidence-based techniques often used for the kinds of concerns Ursula addresses include structured problem-solving and skills-based work. Problem-solving focuses on defining a concrete problem, brainstorming options, and trying small steps to see what helps. It is useful for stress, workplace issues, and decision-making.Another common approach is skills training for emotion and communication. This means practicing ways to manage anxiety, improve conversation habits, and reduce conflict. These techniques suit people wanting clearer interactions or relief from social anxiety.
Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Ursula will work together with each person to identify what feels most useful based on their goals, preferences, and the problems they bring. That collaborative selection can change as progress is made.
The practical benefits of online work include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy week. Online sessions can be helpful when someone needs a shorter check-in, wants to avoid travel time, or prefers not to be on camera for some meetings. The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem issues. Additional focuses include communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, social anxiety and life purpose.
How does she approach someone feeling stuck?
Her approach is practical and conversational. She looks at current patterns, sets manageable goals, and tests small changes between sessions.
What experience does she bring?
Ursula has 40 years of professional work experience helping people with stress, relationships, trauma recovery, and confidence building.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a California LMFT and practices in California.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time. Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with Ursula?
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, use the crisis numbers.