- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting and family
About Viridiana
Viridiana Castro is a California licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with seven years of clinical experience. She works with adults who bring concerns about stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, and difficulties with motivation and self-esteem. Sessions can be conducted in English or Spanish.
Her practice focuses on practical conversations and concrete steps. She helps people name what feels stuck and tries different ways to shift patterns that cause distress. Topics often include parenting stress, grief, addiction concerns, intimacy-related issues, and major life changes like divorce or career transitions.
Viridiana uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts the way she talks and plans work to each person. She pays attention to attachment and family of origin issues, abandonment and foster care questions, blended family dynamics, and communication or commitment concerns. She also addresses compassion fatigue, fatherhood issues, and recovery from domestic violence or substance use challenges.
In sessions she focuses on clear goals and small, manageable steps. Conversations may cover boundaries, coping skills, and rebuilding confidence after loss or trauma. She also supports people dealing with emptiness, forgiveness, and navigating blended or complex family situations.
To begin, the typical process is to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and services are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online sessions
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on specific, research-backed ways of working. One common approach is skill-building for anxiety and stress management, which teaches breathing, grounding, and behavioral steps to reduce overwhelm. Another approach addresses relationship and attachment concerns by looking at patterns, improving communication, and practicing new ways of relating. Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss your goals, try approaches that match those goals, and adjust the plan based on what feels most helpful. This collaborative process helps narrow down which methods suit your situation. Confirm the session formats before booking, as current options are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing appointments during breaks or between commitments. Some formats may allow shorter check-ins or sessions without video if that better fits your day-to-day needs. Ask about available formats when you schedule so you can choose what fits your routine.Areas of expertise
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, parenting issues, and life changes.
How would she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical conversation to identify patterns and try small changes that fit a person’s life and goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience working with adults on a range of concerns including attachment, family problems, and recovery from substance use.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a California LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and practices in California.
Which languages are offered in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to start working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule the first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.