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Entry 274749California / United States

Zachariah Cooney

Zachariah Cooney, LMFT

California 7 years in practice

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LMFT - anxiety and addiction focus

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  • Client-centered approach
  • Narrative techniques
  • Psychodynamic perspectives

About Zachariah

LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) in California with 7 years of clinical experience. Zachariah Cooney focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. He uses client-centered, narrative, and psychodynamic approaches to guide his work.

Zachariah frames sessions around the client’s story and present concerns. He listens for what’s most pressing and helps people name patterns that keep them stuck. Conversations aim to clarify reactions to stress, reduce impulsive behaviors, and address substance-related problems in practical terms.

His use of client-centered methods means conversations are led by the client’s priorities and pace. Narrative work looks at the stories people tell about themselves and tests whether those stories still fit. Psychodynamic perspectives explore recurring feelings and relationships that shape current behavior.

Zachariah has worked with issues such as panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, sex and drug addiction, infidelity, and social anxiety. He helps people spot triggers, identify coping options, and make step-by-step changes. Sessions include talking through recent events, examining patterns, and trying different ways of responding.

He describes his role as a collaborator rather than an authority. Practical goals and small experiments are common parts of the plan. People considering him should expect straightforward conversation, attention to personal history, and an emphasis on usable strategies.

To start, clients complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Fees vary by location and are billed through a cancelable subscription model.

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How his approaches are used for online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client’s priorities and pace, letting the person lead conversations and set goals. This approach helps when stress or anxiety feels overwhelming and people need a space to sort immediate concerns.

Narrative Therapy examines the stories people tell about themselves and their choices. It helps reframe experiences like addiction, infidelity, or repeated panic by testing whether those stories still fit and exploring alternative narratives.

Psychodynamic perspectives look at recurring emotions and relationship patterns that influence present behavior. This can be useful for understanding how past events or attachments contribute to current symptoms such as post-traumatic stress or social anxiety.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with the client to pick methods based on needs, goals, and what feels practical. Plans may change as therapy progresses and new priorities emerge.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when time is limited. These practical benefits help people maintain consistency while they address anxiety, addiction, trauma, and life transitions.

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Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Drug and alcohol addictionImpulsivityInfidelityPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSex addictionSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Listed in

California

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, infidelity, and sex or substance-related issues.

What therapeutic approaches are used?

He uses Client-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. These approaches shape how sessions are led and how progress is tracked.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has seven years of professional work experience in clinical settings. That time includes treating anxiety, addiction, and trauma-related concerns.

Where is he licensed and practicing?

He is an LMFT licensed in California. Services are provided from that state.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm the current session options before booking.

How is cost handled?

Fees vary by location and sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific rates depend on where the client is located.

How do I begin working with him?

Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling an initial session. That process starts the intake and scheduling steps.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

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