Jessica Funk, LMFT

Therapist in California

Restorative support for relationships and self esteem

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12 years of experience listed

LMFT professional credentials

English languages

Relationship focus
Self esteem support
Practical goal work

About Jessica

Jessica Funk is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in California with 12 years of clinical experience. She focuses on relationship and intimacy questions, self esteem and confidence, career struggles, and help coping with life changes. Her style is respectful, sensitive, and straightforward, aimed at helping people take practical steps toward a more satisfying life.

She often works with people who are dealing with depression, trouble sleeping, substance concerns, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue. She also addresses issues such as body image, attachment difficulties, communication problems, infidelity, jealousy, and feelings of guilt or shame. Sessions are shaped to each person’s situation rather than following one fixed plan.

Jessica emphasizes tailoring conversations and treatment plans to fit individual needs. She focuses on clear goals, small achievable steps, and steady progress. The work can include talking through painful experiences, building healthier relationship habits, and practicing ways to boost self-worth and motivation.

Her approach is practical and collaborative. She aims to support and empower people as they try new strategies and make changes. Jessica encourages courage in seeking a different path and stays focused on what is useful in day-to-day life.

Because she accepts international clients, people outside California can inquire about working together. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking to ensure the format fits their needs.

Evidence-informed approaches and online therapy

Jessica uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on concrete changes in thinking and behavior to relieve relationship strain and boost self esteem. One common approach helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and practice alternative ways of thinking that reduce shame and self-criticism. This can be useful for depression, low confidence, and body image concerns.

Another approach centers on building better relationship habits through clearer communication and safer emotional expression. It teaches practical skills for handling conflict, navigating infidelity or jealousy, and improving intimacy over time.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist and client will review needs, goals, and preferences together and try methods that fit the situation. Adjustments are made as progress and challenges emerge so the plan stays helpful.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, avoid travel time, and work from a quieter spot. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed or reduce the need to be on camera, depending on the agreed format with the therapist.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesIntimacy-related issues Self esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersDepressionCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityAttachment issuesBody imageCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityJealousy Life purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Jessica address?

She helps people with relationship and intimacy issues, self esteem and confidence, career challenges, coping with life changes, addictions, trauma, sleeping problems, depression, and compassion fatigue.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is respectful and straightforward. She tailors conversation and plans to each person and focuses on clear, achievable steps.

What experience does she bring?

She has 12 years of professional experience working with people on relationship concerns, motivation, self esteem, and career difficulties.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a California licensed marriage and family therapist, listed as LMFT, and operates from California.

Can someone who speaks another language work with her?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with clients outside the United States?

She accepts international clients; people outside the U.S. can inquire about working together.

How much do sessions cost?

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

How do I begin therapy with her?

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