Carlos Villatoro, LMFT

Carlos Villatoro, LMFT

Psychotherapist
CA
5.00
“Carlos is extremely thoughtful and patient. He gives his honest perspective and advice. Carlos has helped our marriage a great deal by providing us with the tools and exercises to communicate better. We are so happy to have found Carlos as we work through our issues and strive to get better as a couple.”
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Overall rating

5.00
“Carlos is extremely thoughtful and patient. He gives his honest perspective and advice. Carlos has helped our marriage a great deal by providing us with the tools and exercises to communicate better. We are so happy to have found Carlos as we work through our issues and strive to get better as a couple.”
Less than 1 month ago
“We needed a couple's counselor for our marriage. Chose basically because of his experience and time was available. Carlos does a great job of making us feel safe to open up honestly. I feel he brings a non-judgmental and helpful approach to our growth and recovery.”
Less than 1 month ago

About Carlos Villatoro

Focus areas

Anger Management
Codependency
Relationship Struggles
Anxiety
Life Transition
Work-Related Counseling
Bipolar Disorder
Mood Disorders

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Families
Adults (25-64)
Couples

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based
Gottman Method
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Humanistic
Eclectic
Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Carlos Villatoro

I work with individuals and couples navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationship challenges. My approach is grounded in empathy and deep attunement, meeting each client where they are without judgment. Together, we develop self-awareness and learn to engage more fully with life.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Worry
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • California State University, Los Angeles, Master's in Psychology

NPI number

1184881682

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5.00
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Carlos is extremely thoughtful and patient. He gives his honest perspective and advice. Carlos has helped our marriage a great deal by providing us with the tools and exercises to communicate better. We are so happy to have found Carlos as we work through our issues and strive to get better as a couple.
Great provider!
We needed a couple's counselor for our marriage. Chose basically because of his experience and time was available. Carlos does a great job of making us feel safe to open up honestly. I feel he brings a non-judgmental and helpful approach to our growth and recovery.
I love how he challenges my thoughts and limiting beliefs in a safe and nurturing manner. He goes beyond validating my feelings; he gently nudges the stories I've told myself and invites me to examine them more closely. I never feel judged and as such, am able to take full advantage of the benefits of therapy and really let my guard down. Working with him is one of the best decisions I've ever made in my life.
Carlos has been very understanding to my thoughts, feelings and emotions. He has had the ability to be have more of an open mind, guide me in being a better person, accept my faults as well as being able to forgive myself He's very patient, has great anecdotes and ties everything together I enjoy our visits and look forward to continuing our sessions for the foreseeable future. Thank You for all you have done for me thus far
Carlos is a great resource for couples navigating through difficult circumstances. I felt respected and felt productive in sessions. Carlos challenges his patients to think and dissect challenging situations which greatly motivated me to seek emdr therapy.
I have been with Carlos for a few months now and he has helped me immensely! I love his style and he remembers what we talk about and I feel like he really cares. He is very interactive and I appreciate everything he has done for me
Carlos is a great resource for couples navigating through difficult circumstances. I felt respected and felt productive in sessions. Carlos challenges his patients to think and dissect challenging situations which greatly motivated me to seek emdr therapy.
I have been with Carlos for a few months now and he has helped me immensely! I love his style and he remembers what we talk about and I feel like he really cares. He is very interactive and I appreciate everything he has done for me
5/5 all around!
We needed a couple's counselor for our marriage. Chose basically because of his experience and time was available. Carlos does a great job of making us feel safe to open up honestly. I feel he brings a non-judgmental and helpful approach to our growth and recovery.
I love how he challenges my thoughts and limiting beliefs in a safe and nurturing manner. He goes beyond validating my feelings; he gently nudges the stories I've told myself and invites me to examine them more closely. I never feel judged and as such, am able to take full advantage of the benefits of therapy and really let my guard down. Working with him is one of the best decisions I've ever made in my life.
Carlos is extremely thoughtful and patient. He gives his honest perspective and advice. Carlos has helped our marriage a great deal by providing us with the tools and exercises to communicate better. We are so happy to have found Carlos as we work through our issues and strive to get better as a couple.
I highly recommend Carlos as a therapist. He is professional, knowledgeable, and truly values your time. From the very first session, he gets right down to business instead of wasting time, helping you focus on what matters most. He creates a comfortable, supportive environment while providing practical guidance and tools that make a real difference. If you're looking for someone who is efficient, compassionate, and committed to helping you make progress, I would definitely recommend him.
Great provider!
Carlos has been very understanding to my thoughts, feelings and emotions. He has had the ability to be have more of an open mind, guide me in being a better person, accept my faults as well as being able to forgive myself He's very patient, has great anecdotes and ties everything together I enjoy our visits and look forward to continuing our sessions for the foreseeable future. Thank You for all you have done for me thus far
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What are common reasons for patients to see Carlos Villatoro?

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

What languages does Carlos Villatoro speak?

Carlos Villatoro speaks English and Spanish.

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