- guilt and shame
- attachment patterns
- body image
About Claudia
Claudia Marin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with four years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, low self-esteem, and depression. Claudia also addresses issues like attachment patterns, body image, caregiver stress, and the weight of guilt and shame.
She focuses on practical, evidence-based steps people can use between sessions. Claudia talks with clients about thoughts, feelings, and behavior patterns, and she helps them develop skills to manage panic, social anxiety, and overwhelming self-criticism. Sessions emphasize clear strategies rather than long lectures.
Claudia commonly supports young adults, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals dealing with identity questions, isolation, and communication difficulties. She also works with people facing workplace stress, family conflict, or major life transitions. Her approach is collaborative and individualized, shaped by each person's goals and strengths.
In session she explores attachment patterns and how they affect relationships and self-image. She addresses forgiveness, commitment concerns, and issues around postpartum mood changes and seasonal affective disorder when relevant. Claudia uses practical tools to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.
People who bring guilt or shame about past actions, identity, or family dynamics will find a therapist who speaks plainly about what to try and practices alongside them. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the service's online steps.
Evidence-based approaches and how they translate online
Claudia uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful thought patterns and building practical coping skills. One common approach she draws on works with thoughts and behaviors to reduce anxiety and panic; it helps people notice patterns, test new responses, and practice skills between sessions. Another approach she uses examines attachment patterns and relationship interactions to understand how early connections affect current relationships and self-image, which can help with communication problems and feelings of isolation.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Claudia will discuss your goals and preferences and together you will try methods that fit your situation. She adjusts tools over time based on what helps you feel more able to handle daily challenges and the things that trigger guilt or shame.
Confirm the session formats offered before booking, as the biography does not list specific session types. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example, shorter check-ins can slot into a lunch break or a phone or video session can remove travel time. These practical benefits help sessions become part of your routine while you work on reducing self-blame and building clearer ways of relating.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, self-esteem challenges, and depression. Additional focuses include guilt and shame, attachment issues, body image, caregiver stress, and panic.
How would she approach feelings of shame or guilt?
She talks through thoughts, emotions, and behavior patterns and introduces practical skills to reduce self-criticism. The work focuses on understanding where those feelings come from and testing new ways of responding.
What experience does she bring?
Claudia has four years of clinical experience as an LMFT working with adults and young people on anxiety, depression, identity, and relationship concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the LMFT credential and practices in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.