Misty Perry, LMFT
Practical, values-focused therapy for life transitions
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- Values centered work
- Practical coping skills
- Support through change
About Misty
Misty sees clients as experts on their own lives and works collaboratively to clarify what matters most. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings. She aims to make the first steps feel manageable and to build small successes that add up over time.
Her work covers a range of concerns including depression, low self-esteem, grief, relationship and communication problems, and caregiver stress. She also helps people navigating midlife transitions and the uncertainty those periods often bring. Panic attacks, social anxiety, and women's issues are additional areas she addresses.
Misty draws on a mix of approaches to fit each person's needs. That can include acceptance and commitment strategies to reconnect with values, cognitive-behavioral techniques to shift unhelpful thinking and behavior, and client-centered listening to make space for whatever someone brings. The goal is practical relief and clearer direction.
If you are taking the first step toward help, she aims to make that process calm and straightforward. Misty encourages questions and works at a pace that feels sustainable for each person.
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Experience
4+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to you and taking small committed actions toward those values. It helps when life feels stuck or when people are wrestling with midlife changes and meaning. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical strategies to reduce symptoms like panic attacks or persistent anxiety.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying things, checking what helps, and adjusting based on what feels useful.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people choose sessions that match their energy level, such as a calmer conversation on a low-energy day or a skills-focused meeting when practicing coping tools is the priority.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Misty help with?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, relationship and communication problems, caregiver stress, panic and social anxiety, women's issues, and midlife crisis concerns.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She listens closely, centers each person's strengths, and offers exercises to try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of professional experience working with people on stress, anxiety, and life changes.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a California licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, and practices in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can she work with people outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.