Anne San Juan, LMFT

Anne San Juan is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in California who brings a straightforward, matter-of-fact approach to therapy while maintaining a nonjudgmental stance. She focuses on helping people understand recurring patterns in their lives and increasing self-awareness so they can make clearer choices and build stronger connections with themselves and others.

She frames therapy as a collaborative conversation and a space to explore thoughts, feelings, and possibilities. Anne works with individuals, couples, families, and groups, and has experience supporting people ages 3 to 65 with concerns such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addiction, dysfunctional family dynamics, couples issues, domestic violence, child abuse, and transitional life stressors.

With three years of professional experience, Anne addresses a wide range of issues including stress, relationships, self-esteem, coping with life changes, grief, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related challenges, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting, anger, career concerns, ADHD, and mood disorders. She integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to tailor interventions to each person’s needs and goals.

Anne practices in English and works with clients in California. She offers multiple remote formats for care and invites prospective clients to begin the intake process to see if her style and approach are a good fit.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Anne draws on client-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy to guide online work in ways that are practical and goal-oriented. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and listening - the therapist follows the client’s lead to deepen self-understanding and strengthen personal resources, which can help with issues like self-esteem, relationship concerns, and grief. Motivational interviewing is a collaborative style that helps people resolve ambivalence and find internal motivation for change - it is useful for challenges such as addiction, lifestyle shifts, and commitment issues. Solution-focused therapy concentrates on identifying strengths and practical steps forward - it supports clients looking for concrete strategies to manage stress, improve communication, or navigate life transitions.

Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the therapeutic process. Anne works collaboratively with each client to determine which approaches fit their goals, preferences, and current circumstances, adjusting methods as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which allow for flexibility in scheduling and modes of communication. These formats make it easier for people in California to connect with a licensed professional from home, during work breaks, or between appointments, helping therapy fit into a busy life while maintaining continuity of care.