- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Spanish and English
About Viridiana
Viridiana Castro is a California-licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with seven years of clinical experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish and focus on practical steps people can use in daily life.
She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and make clearer decisions. In sessions she listens to the immediate problem, then discusses small, achievable changes that can reduce distress. Conversations often focus on relationship patterns, setting boundaries, and improving communication skills.
Viridiana also supports people facing life transitions such as career shifts, parenting challenges, grief, or recovery from addiction. She addresses family-of-origin issues and attachment concerns that affect how people relate today. When trauma or abuse is part of the story, work centers on safety, stabilization, and coping strategies that fit the person’s pace.
Her approach includes goal-oriented planning and regular check-ins on progress. People can expect direct conversation about what’s working and what needs to change, plus practical tools to try between sessions. She speaks Spanish for those who prefer it.
To begin a match, readers are asked to use the online process to complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; cost varies with location.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online sessions
Many of the techniques Viridiana uses are evidence-based and focus on concrete skills. Cognitive-behavioral strategies work on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing them with practical experiments. This helps with anxiety, low mood, and motivation by changing patterns people repeat in daily life.Another common focus is interpersonal work that looks at communication and relationship patterns. This approach helps with intimacy issues, commitment worries, and family-of-origin problems by identifying recurring behaviors and trying new ways of relating in small steps.
Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That planning can change over time as progress is reviewed and new priorities emerge.
Confirm the session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and remove travel time. If you have a preference for phone or video, check the available options during the matching process and schedule what fits your routine.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, addictions, grief, parenting, career changes, ADHD, and related family issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses evidence-based techniques and focuses on practical steps. Sessions emphasize clear goals, communication skills, and coping strategies you can use between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience working with adults on a range of concerns including trauma, relationship problems, and addiction recovery.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, licensed in California.
Can I work with her in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does she work with international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients; sessions are provided to people within her licensed jurisdiction.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. The cost varies depending on location.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
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