Caron Trataris, LMFT
Helping adults rethink stress and relationships
Details
| Name | Caron Trataris |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LMFT |
| Based in | California |
| Licensed in | California |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 5 |
About Caron
Caron Trataris is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who helps adults manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, low self-esteem, and life transitions. She also supports people facing addiction, anger, parenting challenges, career stress, and family conflict. Her approach is practical and down-to-earth.
Sessions focus on what feels most urgent to the client and on small changes that make daily life easier. In the therapy room she uses Narrative Therapy to help people reframe the stories they tell about themselves and their relationships.
Background and approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and shift behaviors that keep problems going. Mindfulness techniques are taught to reduce reactivity and create breathing room during stressful moments. Caron also draws on Solution-Focused Therapy to set clear, achievable goals and Somatic Therapy to help people notice how stress shows up in the body.
She blends tools so each session fits the person sitting across from her. Sessions tend to be collaborative and action-oriented, with time for reflection and practical homework when needed. Her training includes three master’s degrees: a Master of Science in Counseling, Marriage, Child and Family Therapy, a Master of Science in Psychology, and an MBA, all from University of Phoenix.
With five years of clinical experience she works with adults across a range of everyday and complex concerns. People seeking an approachable therapist who focuses on stories, thinking patterns, and body response may find her style useful. She offers sessions in English and practices in California as an LMFT.
What this therapist works with
Her listing names Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Self esteem among the things Caron works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Hoarding
- Midlife crisis
- Somatization
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in her listing among her approaches.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Caron among the ways she works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Caron among the ways she works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Caron among the ways she works.
- Somatic Therapy: Listed by Caron among the ways she works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Caron directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how she works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Caron directly how she uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How narrative, CBT, and mindfulness translate online
Online therapy with Caron can use Narrative Therapy to examine the stories that shape how someone views stress, relationships, and change; online sessions give space to tell and retell those stories and test new interpretations. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is practical to do over video or text because it relies on identifying thoughts and trying small behavioral experiments between sessions. Mindfulness Therapy teaches short attention and breathing practices that are easy to guide in a live call and simple to practice between meetings.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to match methods to their goals, needs, and what feels most useful. That may mean starting with CBT techniques, adding narrative work, or practicing body-focused mindfulness as sessions progress.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different lifestyles. Video is helpful when visual cues matter, phone calls can be easier when bandwidth is limited, chat and text are useful for brief check-ins or flexible scheduling. These options make it simpler to keep momentum, fit therapy around work or caregiving, and try different ways of working until the right fit is found.
Common questions about this listing
What concerns does she address?
Caron supports adults with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, self-esteem, addictions, parenting and family problems, anger, career stress, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. Sessions focus on current problems, small steps forward, and the stories that shape how clients see themselves.
What is her background and experience?
She has five years of clinical experience and holds three master’s degrees including a Master of Science in Counseling, Marriage, Child and Family Therapy from University of Phoenix.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, and practices in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and communication preferences.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.
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