Laticha Perez , LMFT

Laticha Perez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 21 years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked across settings with children, families, young adults, couples, and adults of all ages, bringing long-term clinical experience to challenges related to stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.

Her background includes work in crisis intervention services, which informs a steady, practical approach when situations feel overwhelming. Laticha emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in her work, creating a space where people can share their concerns and work toward concrete, measurable goals. She invites ongoing feedback so that treatment stays responsive to each person’s needs and priorities.

Laticha frames the decision to begin therapy as an empowering first step and focuses on supporting and strengthening clients as they move toward a more fulfilling place in life. Her practice centers on collaborative goal-setting and building skills that help clients manage life changes, improve relationships, and increase overall well-being.

Trauma-Informed, Client-Centered Care Online

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes understanding each person from their own perspective, with the therapist offering empathic listening and support to help clients build self-awareness and confidence. This approach can be especially useful for issues like low self-esteem, relationship concerns, and navigating life changes.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that helps people explore and strengthen their own motivation for change. It is often applied when someone feels stuck or ambivalent about making adjustments in areas such as coping skills, daily routines, or personal goals.

Trauma-Focused Therapy provides structured ways to address the effects of trauma and abuse, helping individuals process difficult experiences and reduce symptoms related to post-traumatic stress. It is tailored to the pace and needs of each person.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Laticha Perez works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter contacts are possible through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, maintain continuity of care during life transitions, and access support from home or other convenient locations.