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Dr. Tammy Occhipinti

Compassionate practical therapy for life changes

LMFT California

Experience
22 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Tammy

Dr. Tammy Occhipinti is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California with 22 years of professional experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and relationship concerns.

Background and approach

She brings a compassionate, respectful stance and adapts conversations and plans to reflect each client’s situation, whether the focus is coping with life changes, addressing intimacy-related problems, or navigating family and communication difficulties.

Her work emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, guiding people through challenges such as parenting struggles, chronic pain or illness, issues related to forgiveness and family of origin, and difficulties with self-esteem or career transitions. Dr.

Occhipinti integrates evidence-informed methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside approaches that prioritize values, presence, and acceptance to create practical tools clients can use day to day. Her goal is to support clients as they take steps toward a more satisfying and resilient life.

Therapeutic approaches and online access

Dr. Occhipinti frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical strategies for managing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is another approach she draws on; it focuses on clarifying personal values and learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to meaningful action. Client-Centered Therapy informs her overall stance by emphasizing empathy, respect, and adapting treatment to each person's unique priorities.

Finding the right combination of methods is a collaborative process. The therapist works with clients to determine which approaches best match their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and adjusts techniques as progress and needs evolve.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These formats make it possible to schedule work around busy days, maintain continuity while traveling or managing health challenges, and choose the mode of communication that feels most comfortable for making steady therapeutic progress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist work with?
Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief and loss, depression, family problems, trauma and abuse, sleep difficulties, anger, and self-esteem concerns.
What therapeutic style can I expect?
Her approach is collaborative and client-centered, blending cognitive behavioral techniques with acceptance-oriented and existential perspectives to suit each person’s needs.
How much clinical experience supports this practice?
The therapist has 22 years of professional work experience and draws on that background when tailoring treatment plans and interventions.
What are the therapist's credentials and location?
She is an LMFT licensed in California with license number CA LMFT 38160 and maintains a practice based in California.
In which language are sessions offered and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are provided in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available for online work?
Clients can meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on their preferences and needs.
How are fees and payment structured?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are arranged through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesGriefDepression

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPostpartum depressionProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Smoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

22+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English