About

Hi there, I'm Rafael! Welcome! My name is Rafael Gomez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based out of Los Angeles, California. I specialize in the treatment of men who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. In addition to my individual work with men, I have extensive experience working with adolescents and children with their caregivers, specifically around the healing of trauma. I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in my work with individual clients, and a dyadic/family approach when working with adolescents and children. My approach Coming to therapy can be a great, if not a difficult, step towards working on one’s own betterment and healing. I like to take into consideration the difficulty in seeking help, which ultimately shapes my approach to therapy. I aim to create a safe space for us to look at the things that truly matter to you. I frequently utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help us understand your concerns and plan the direction to take in our treatment. My approach with adolescents and children is grounded in a relational framework with their number one support system, their family. I not only help in building your adolescent's/child's resilience, but also your relationship with your child. My focus I find that my approach and clinical experience is a great match for young and middle-aged adults, along with young children and adolescents, who may be struggling with relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief and loss. My communication style My communication style is one that is calm, engaged, and overall curious. My aim is to create a safe space for you to openly explore and address your difficulties in a manner that is congruent with your values and background. I pride myself in helping my clients cultivate a sense of curiosity and self-compassion in themselves.