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About Annette
Annette Malijen is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 25 years of experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, addictions, grief, sleep problems, and self-esteem concerns. Her manner is warm and respectful, and she aims to meet people where they are when they reach out.
Annette centers conversations on each person's real-life needs. She listens without judgment and works with clients to shape a plan that fits their situation. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings as well as exploring the feelings behind their challenges.
She draws on client-centered therapy to make sure the session is guided by the client's priorities and pace. Cognitive behavioral therapy techniques are used when helpful to identify patterns of thought and behavior and to build different responses over time.
Over her career Annette has supported people coping with trauma, parenting strain, compassion fatigue, eating and intimacy issues, and career transitions. She emphasizes simple, doable strategies that can improve day-to-day functioning and sleep routines.
Annette welcomes international clients and conducts work in English. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to her availability. She uses a subscription model for sessions that can be canceled at any time.
How her approaches work in online therapy
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person's experience and priorities. The therapist listens closely, reflects what she hears, and follows the client's lead so sessions match current concerns and pace. This approach helps when someone needs a space to sort feelings and decide what matters most.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect mood and routines. It teaches concrete strategies to test unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and patterns that keep problems going.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences, try methods together, and adjust the plan based on what helps. That collaborative process makes it easier to find what fits an individual's life and needs.
Session formats are not listed in the provided biography, so confirm available options when you book. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people keep continuity of care if they move or travel, while the therapist and client focus on practical steps that carry into everyday life.
Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, grief, sleep and rest problems, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, career shifts, trauma and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is warm and respectful and focuses on listening first. She tailors the conversation and plan to each person's needs.
What is her professional background?
She has 25 years of professional experience supporting people with a range of concerns including trauma, addiction, and sleep difficulties.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a California licensed marriage and family therapist, listed as LMFT, and practices in California.
Can people who live outside the U.S. work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time; exact cost varies with location and therapist availability.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on her availability.