Poonam Thadani, LMFT

Poonam Thadani is a California licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, and depression. She supports clients who are coping with life changes and with challenges like chronic illness, caregiver stress, isolation, and issues around trust and communication. Sessions are offered in English and Hindi. She draws on several therapeutic approaches to match what a person needs. Conversations focus on understanding patterns in relationships and emotions, and on building practical skills to reduce anxiety and improve communication. Clients can expect a calm, nonjudgmental space to talk through difficult feelings and make small, steady changes. With four years of professional experience, she blends attachment-based ideas with cognitive behavioral techniques and emotion-focused work. That means exploring how early relationships shape current reactions while also practicing strategies to shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Existential themes may be used to help people find meaning during transitions. Sessions often center on problem solving, improving day-to-day coping, and strengthening emotional connection in relationships. The therapist aims to empower clients to set realistic goals and try techniques between meetings. Progress is approached as a collaborative process rather than a quick fix. People seeking therapy are encouraged to consider what feels most important to them and to start with a short matching questionnaire before scheduling. The subscription model used for sessions allows cancellation at any time.

How her approaches translate to online work

Attachment-based work looks at how early relationships shape feelings and reactions today. Online sessions can help clients notice patterns in relationships and practice new ways of relating in real time. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes. In remote sessions, clients learn practical coping strategies and can be guided through exercises they use between meetings. Emotionally-Focused Therapy centers on identifying and shifting emotional responses that affect bonding and communication. Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences and suggest approaches that fit those aims. Together they decide what to try first and adjust methods if something isn't helping. The profile does not specify which online formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports practicing skills in everyday settings, such as trying a communication exercise between sessions and bringing observations back to discuss. Licensed professionals can guide clients in choosing the approach and session rhythm that work best for their life.