Monica Eskaros

I became a therapist because I genuinely believe people can heal, and I wanted to be part of that. Six years in, that has not changed.

My path in this field has covered a lot of ground. I started with youth and family work, learning early how to meet people in complicated circumstances and stay steady alongside them. Then I spent nearly three years as a primary therapist in substance use and recovery settings, working with adults navigating co-occurring disorders and the kind of life disruption that comes with addiction. That work sharpened how I show up in a session.

I hold a Master's in Counseling Psychology from National University in San Diego and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I work with adults and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. I use an individualized approach for each person because no two people arrive with the same history, the same goals, or the same pace. I draw from CBT, DBT-informed techniques, and trauma-aware approaches depending on what the work calls for.

My goal is straightforward: I want you to leave sessions feeling different. Not just heard, but equipped. I want the work to translate into something real in your life.

Sessions are collaborative and direct. I do not believe in just letting you talk while I nod. I engage, ask questions, notice things, and share what I observe — because I think that is usually where the most useful work happens.

I also believe your investment in the process matters. I do my best work with people who want to be in the room, who are ready to look at things honestly and do something about them. If that is where you are, I think you will find this time well spent.

My approach is tailored to each person. What the work looks like depends on you, what you bring to it, and what you are trying to build. I practice via telehealth in California and see individuals and couples.

Outside of sessions, I am someone who believes strongly in the life you build around work, not just the work itself. I prioritize my own relationships and time the same way I encourage my clients to, because I think modeling that matters.

I got into this field because I wanted to help people get to a version of their lives that actually feels like theirs. I want the same for myself. I look forward to seeing if we are a good fit.