Brian Fernandez, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Brian Fernandez

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Depression

Relationship Struggles

Anxiety

Men's Mental Health Issues

Self Esteem Issues

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Peer Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Culturally Sensitive

Person-Centered

Eclectic

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Brian Fernandez

Hello, my name is Brian Fernandez. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Dominguez Hills. My approach in therapy is focused on providing you with coping skills to help manage stressors, while also helping you identify changes that enable you to lead a more genuine and fulfilling life. My areas of practice include depression, anxiety, grief, and interpersonal relationships. My approach While my therapy style is eclectic and tailored to your specific needs, I root it in a combination of person-centered and cognitive behavioral therapy. My focus The majority of clients I've worked with are young adults struggling with anxiety and/or depression. I've also been privileged to support many people dealing with grief and interpersonal relationship challenges. My communication style During sessions, I am fully present, listening carefully and asking clarifying questions to help you identify specific issues and explore changes that improve your functioning. My journey to therapy My entire professional career has been devoted to the helping field. Working as a therapist allows me to continue this tradition and provides the personal reward of seeing clients flourish and lead more fulfilling lives when they commit to their therapeutic journey. My goals for you Therapy goals are ultimately set by you. My role is to help you explore possible goals based on your unique situation. My first session with you In our first session, we'll discuss what's driving you to seek therapy and your expectations. I will share a general roadmap of the therapeutic journey and help explore goals that are meaningful to you.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

Education and training

California State University, Dominguez Hills, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1376773739

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What practice does Brian Fernandez work with?

Brian Fernandez works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Brian Fernandez?

Brian Fernandez frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Brian Fernandez on their profile.