- Years in practice
- 4
- Credentials
- LMFT
- Licensed in
- California
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Family conflicts
- Focus
- Grief
About Kimberly
Kimberly Marks is a licensed marriage and family therapist who centers practical, evidence-based work. She uses clear questions and steady listening to help people sort out stress, anxiety, parenting pressures, grief, and depression. Kimberly writes plainly and meets people where they are, especially parents juggling career and family demands.
She draws on years in education and counseling to make therapy feel approachable. Her background includes a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of California, Santa Barbara, a Master of Education from Stanford University, and a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University.
Background and approach
Those roles shaped how she talks with people about daily struggles and long-term goals. Sessions often focus on patterns that show up in relationships and family life. Kimberly helps clients notice how family of origin and work stress affect mood and behavior.
She offers ways to improve communication, manage life transitions, and cope with loss. Kimberly describes therapy as an exploratory conversation about values, faith, and purpose when those things matter to a client. She works with parents and individuals navigating divorce, midlife questions, or the stresses of young adult life.
Practical skills, gentle reflection, and steady support are common parts of her approach. Her practice is based in California and uses online formats to fit busy schedules. Kimberly aims to help people reclaim a sense of direction, repair strained relationships, and find clearer ways to handle everyday pressures.
What Kimberly works with
Everything Kimberly lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Kimberly helps people with.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online sessions
Kimberly uses well-established, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide online work. She focuses on approaches that help people process strong emotions and change unhelpful patterns. One approach emphasizes identifying and shifting repetitive thoughts and behaviors to reduce anxiety and improve mood; it teaches practical skills for day-to-day life. Another approach concentrates on processing past distress and painful memories to lessen their hold on current relationships and functioning; this can help with grief and post-traumatic stress.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Kimberly collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals, comfort level, and schedule. She checks in regularly and adjusts the plan as needs shift so the work stays relevant and useful.
Online therapy offers several practical advantages for busy parents and working adults. Video calls allow for a fuller face-to-face conversation when time and bandwidth permit. Phone sessions can be a good option when movement or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging let people share updates between sessions or check in on quick struggles without scheduling a full appointment. These formats support flexibility while keeping the focus on making steady progress.
Questions people ask about Kimberly
What concerns does Kimberly commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, grief, and depression. Additional focus areas include communication problems, divorce and separation, family of origin issues, and workplace stress.
What is her general therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and conversational, using evidence-based techniques to help clients notice patterns and develop coping skills. Sessions often include reflection and concrete strategies for daily life.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Kimberly has four years of clinical experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist, alongside over 20 years working in education.
What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?
She is a LMFT licensed in California and her practice is based in that state.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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