Sylvia Petitt, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Sylvia Petitt

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Drug Addiction

Stress

Anxiety

Dual Diagnosis

Stress Management

Depression

Parenting Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

EMDR

Person-Centered

Humanistic

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Sylvia Petitt

My name is Sylvia Petitt, LMFT. I am licensed in California with 19 years of professional work experience. I earned my Master's in Counseling from California State University, Bakersfield. I have worked in the public mental health sector, focusing on the treatment of the chronically mentally ill and chemical dependency. I have been trained in various evidence-based practices, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, Matrix, dialectical behavioral therapy, Seeking Safety, and EMDR. My approach The main theoretical approaches I use are cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and motivational interviewing. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps toward change. I am here to support and empower you on that journey. My focus I have experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, and depression. My communication style I aim to help individuals feel comfortable, heard, validated, and empowered to find their answers, direction, and solutions. After all, they are the experts in their own lives. My journey to mental healthcare I love working with people to find their solutions, purpose, and goals for their lives. It is a privilege to witness individuals grow, reach their goals, and improve their relationships with others. My goals for you The process of setting goals is client-centered and follows the SMART framework-specific, measurable, attainable, and time-specific. My first session with you I hope clients feel heard, validated, supported, and hopeful.

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Parenting Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. South

Education and training

California State University, Bakersfield, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1265561237

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What practice does Sylvia Petitt work with?

Sylvia Petitt works with Rula Health - L.A. South.

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