- Evidence-based care
- Bilingual English Spanish
- 23 years experience
About Adriana
Adriana Escamilla is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people facing stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and ADHD-related challenges. She brings a steady presence and more than two decades of professional experience to each session. Adriana speaks English and Spanish and works from California.
She approaches therapy with the belief that each person is the expert on their own life. Adriana focuses on practical steps clients can use between sessions. She listens for strengths and builds on them to tackle problems like concentration, motivation, and relationship strain.
Adriana uses straightforward, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms such as panic attacks, postpartum depression, and post-traumatic stress. She also supports people dealing with body image, codependency, commitment concerns, and dependent personality patterns. Her work emphasizes small changes that add up over time.
Clients can expect a collaborative style where goals are set together and progress is checked regularly. Adriana encourages honest conversation about what is and isn’t working, and she adjusts the approach as needed. She aims to help people feel more confident and clear about next steps.
With 23 years of experience in California settings, Adriana brings both clinical knowledge and real-world practicality to therapy. She frames change as a courageous process and positions herself as a steady support while clients move toward a more fulfilling life.
Approaches that fit your goals online
Adriana works with clear, evidence-based techniques that help people manage overwhelming feelings and rebuild daily routines. One common approach focuses on teaching practical coping skills for anxiety and panic, such as breathing strategies and gradual exposure to feared situations; these skills help reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning. Another approach emphasizes processing trauma and its effects on thinking and behavior, supporting people as they gain more control over distressing memories and responses. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Adriana will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they choose techniques that feel useful and adjust them over time based on progress and comfort. Confirm the available session options before booking, since formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by eliminating commute time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and offering flexibility around work or caregiving schedules. Many people find remote sessions help them maintain consistency and apply new skills between meetings, while still getting guidance from a licensed professional.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
23+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Adriana help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, and ADHD-related issues, plus related areas like body image and codependency.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is collaborative and practical, focusing on clients' strengths and small, usable steps to address problems between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
Adriana has 23 years of professional experience working in California clinical settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds a California LMFT license and practices from California.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Adriana?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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