- Family and parenting
- Life transitions
- Grief and anxiety
About Kimberly
Kimberly Marks is a licensed marriage and family therapist who centers practical, evidence-based care in sessions. She invites people to pause, reflect, and notice how family history, work, and daily pressures shape feelings and choices. Parents reading this will find a calm, straightforward presence aimed at understanding real-life problems. Kimberly uses clear talk and collaborative planning to help people make small, steady changes.
Her background includes a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of California, Santa Barbara, a Master of Education from Stanford University, and a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University. Before becoming a therapist she spent over 20 years as a high school educator in the Valley, experience that informs her patience and practical approach. She holds the LMFT credential and practices in California.
Sessions often focus on life transitions, work stress, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and questions about purpose. Kimberly also helps people navigate family concerns like communication problems, divorce and separation, and family of origin issues. Parents and young adults commonly bring challenges around parenting, relationship strain, and the stress of everyday life.
Her style is conversational and goal-oriented. Sessions look at patterns, clarify values, and try small experiments to change unhelpful habits. Faith or spirituality can be part of the conversation when clients want that included.
Kimberly describes her work as an exploratory journey of life and hope. She aims to create a steady, respectful space where individuals and parents can sort through emotions and make plans that fit their lives.
How evidence-based techniques guide online therapy
Kimberly describes her practice as grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques that help people change habits and reduce distress. One of the approaches she uses focuses on processing difficult memories and lowering their emotional hold so daily life feels more manageable. Another commonly used approach emphasizes identifying patterns in relationships and behavior, then testing small changes to see what helps with anxiety, depression, and family conflict.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kimberly collaborates with each person to pick methods that fit their goals, values, and what they hope to change. Together they set clear aims, try strategies in real life, and adjust based on what feels useful.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the specific session formats before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins during breaks from school or work. It can also let conversations continue when life is in transition, while keeping the focus on practical steps people can use between appointments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Kimberly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and parenting matters. Additional focuses include communication problems, divorce and separation, and workplace issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is conversational and practical, using evidence-based techniques to clarify patterns and try small changes. Sessions are collaborative and goal-focused.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of professional therapy experience and over 20 years of prior experience as a high school educator in the Valley.
What credentials and where does she practice?
She holds an LMFT credential and practices in California.
Which languages are supported during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she see clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.