Mary Fornes, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Mary Fornes

Focus areas

Anxiety

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Sexual Abuse Counseling

Codependency

Relationship Struggles

Stress

Personality Disorder

Self Esteem Issues

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

EMDR

Psychodynamic

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Asian

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Mary Fornes

Hi there, I'm Mary! I’m a licensed therapist who helps clients untangle overwhelm, heal old wounds, and reconnect with their sense of strength and clarity. My practice offers a calm, grounded space where you can move at your own pace and feel supported as you create meaningful change. My focus I work with adults carrying the long-term impact of childhood trauma—people who grew up with chaos or emotional neglect and now feel those patterns in their relationships or nervous system. I help you slow down, understand what’s happening inside, and gently heal the parts working so hard to protect you. My approach My approach is gentle, collaborative, and deeply attuned to your nervous system. I use IFS to help you understand the protective parts of yourself, EMDR to reprocess painful memories, and Polyvagal‑informed tools to help your body feel calmer and more regulated. Together, we move at a pace that feels right for you, creating space for clarity. My communication style I communicate in a way that is direct yet always attuned to your nervous system and emotional cues. I offer structure when it’s helpful and spaciousness when you need room to breathe. My tone is collaborative and reassuring, helping you feel safe enough to explore deeper layers of your experience. My goals for you I help you set goals that feel meaningful and realistic, then break them into manageable steps. We check in regularly to see what’s shifting and what support you need. I offer steady guidance and reflection so you can move toward lasting change at a pace that feels safe and sustainable. Our first session In our first session, we’ll talk about what’s bringing you in and what you hope will feel different. I’ll ask gentle questions, check in often, and move at your pace. By the end, you’ll have a sense of your goals and what our work together can look like—without pressure to share more than you’re ready for.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Central CA

Education and training

Pepperdine University, Master's in Clinical Psychology

NPI number

1417444100

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Mary Fornes?

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Is Mary Fornes accepting new patients?

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What practice does Mary Fornes work with?

Mary Fornes works with Rula Health - Central CA.

What are common reasons for patients to see Mary Fornes?

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