Lynaia Freund, LMFT

Lynaia Freund is a licensed marriage and family therapist who focuses on helping people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, and depression. She works with adults to untangle difficult feelings and regain a sense of forward motion. Her approach is practical and person-focused, aimed at clear steps that fit each person’s life.

She draws on 21 years of clinical experience in California, including long-term work in hospital settings and private practice. That background means she has worked with trauma, grief, and addiction in a variety of care settings and knows how these issues can affect day-to-day life. Sessions are conducted in English.

Lynaia blends several approaches to tailor care to the person sitting across from her. She uses client-centered methods to listen and shape treatment around what matters most to the client. She also integrates trauma-focused techniques and mindfulness tools to help manage intense emotions and stressful reactions.

Many people come for help when they feel stuck after loss, abuse, or addiction. In sessions she helps people name what is getting in the way, practice new coping skills, and take manageable steps toward goals such as better mood, clearer boundaries, or increased motivation. She also supports caregivers and those dealing with aging and geriatric issues as part of a broader care plan.

To begin, people complete a short questionnaire and schedule a session based on availability. Lynaia aims to make the first steps straightforward and respectful of whatever has felt hard about seeking help.

How therapeutic approaches guide online care

Client-centered therapy starts by listening closely to what matters to the person. The therapist focuses on the client's goals and adjusts the work to fit those priorities, which helps when deciding what to try first. EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a trauma-focused technique used to reduce the intensity of difficult memories and reactions; it can be helpful for people coping with past abuse, trauma, or intense grief. Mindfulness therapy teaches attention practices and simple exercises to calm the body and mind, which often helps with anxiety, stress, and cravings.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods to try, check in about progress, and change course if something doesn't fit. That collaborative stance helps people feel more involved in their care and more likely to keep using what helps.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm current session options before booking. Many people appreciate online work because it can fit into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Online sessions can also make it easier to continue care while managing medical or caregiving responsibilities. Talk with the therapist about goals and scheduling to determine what will work best for your situation.