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Dr. Devora Lockton

Dr. Devora Lockton, CA Psychologist 10359

Therapist in California

Warm, practical psychologist focused on self esteem

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40 years of experience listed

CA Psychologist 10359 professional credentials

English languages

  • Clients first approach
  • Practical strategies
  • 40 years experience

About Devora

Dr. Devora Lockton is a California psychologist with four decades of experience helping people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of next steps. She focuses on self esteem alongside stress, anxiety, grief, relationship strain, and other life challenges. Her approach aims to be steady and respectful so people feel heard from the first session.

Dr. Lockton keeps the work practical and conversational. She listens for what matters most and helps clients build clearer ways of thinking about problems. Sessions often include simple strategies to manage thoughts and behaviors, paired with time to reflect on feelings and values.

With 40 years in practice, she has worked across many concerns including depression, addictions, intimacy-related issues, parenting, career shifts, and coping with loss. Her background also includes supporting people facing chronic illness, caregiver stress, disaster-related impacts, and multicultural concerns.

Her stated therapy methods include Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). These approaches are used together to match each person’s needs rather than following a single formula. Dr. Lockton emphasizes collaboration when choosing what to try.

People who choose her often want a warm, interactive style and practical steps they can use between sessions. To begin, readers should use the continue button on this profile and complete the short matching questionnaire before scheduling.

How these approaches shape online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding your perspective and responding with empathy. It helps people who need a calm space to sort out feelings and rebuild self worth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts affect feelings and actions and teaches specific tools to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and shift unhelpful patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will ask about your goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. She will collaborate with you to try methods that fit your needs and adjust them as progress is made.

Confirm current session options before booking, since specific formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing appointments during breaks or evenings. It also makes regular check-ins and short follow-ups simpler for people balancing work, caregiving, or health concerns. Licensed professionals can use the same client-centered and CBT techniques remotely, adapting exercises and homework so they work in day-to-day routines.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily problemsFirst responder issuesHospice and end-of-life counselingMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stress

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

40+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of issues can be addressed here?

This practice lists many concerns including stress, anxiety, self esteem, depression, grief, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, addictions, career challenges, and coping with life changes.

What is the therapy style like?

The style is described as warm and interactive. Sessions blend listening and reflection with practical techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

The therapist has 40 years of professional experience working with a wide range of concerns and life transitions.

What are the therapist's credentials and location?

The clinician is listed as CA Psychologist 10359 and practices in California.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with this therapist?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to work together?

Click the continue button on this profile, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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