Henry Burciaga, LMFT

Henry Burciaga, LMFT, helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, trauma, addiction, grief, and concerns that come with aging and later life. He draws on 40 years of practice in California and works with people who want clearer communication, stronger self-esteem, and more stability during life transitions.

He uses practical, down-to-earth methods in sessions. That can include cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and acceptance and commitment strategies to build values-based action. He also uses client-centered listening and emotionally-focused ideas to improve connection in relationships.

Henry aims for sessions that feel respectful and straightforward. He listens first, then helps set small, achievable goals. Sessions often focus on skills you can use between meetings, such as mindful breathing, behavioral experiments, or communication practices.

His background spans a wide range of concerns from chronic illness and caregiving strain to parenting, career stress, and issues around identity and intimacy. He also addresses attachment patterns, chronic pain, and the practical effects of aging on mood and relationships.

Henry speaks English and Spanish and has long experience helping people from many walks of life. To start, he asks about current needs and what someone hopes to change, then works collaboratively to build a plan that fits everyday life.

How his approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then taking actions that match your values. It can help with anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses small experiments to test new ways of responding, which is useful for anxiety, mood shifts, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and creating space for a person to find their own solutions; it can be especially supportive when people are processing grief, identity concerns, or relationship strain.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Henry will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then try methods that seem likely to help. He collaborates with clients to adjust techniques and pace so the therapy fits their needs and life circumstances.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people work from a quieter spot, reduce barriers to getting help during illness or caregiving demands, and support continued work on skills between meetings.