Monica Slone

When I was eighteen, watching my mother do volunteer work at the VA with psychiatric patients profoundly impacted me, and I decided then that I wanted to dedicate my life to becoming a therapist. Today, as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, it is a deep privilege to help you establish a secure, empowering baseline for your care. My practice began in 1980, and over my 45 years of clinical experience, I have found incredible meaning in working with people to improve their lives. I attended California State University, Northridge for my undergraduate and graduate degrees, taking additional coursework at USC and UCLA. I work with individuals of all ages who can manage telehealth, offering support to adolescents, adults, seniors, and couples in both English and Spanish. While I support clients navigating a wide range of challenges—from PTSD and family conflict to aging and cultural stress—depression and anxiety are my biggest focus, including postpartum depression.

I believe that genuine emotional growth flourishes when we blend clinical expertise with a deeply authentic human connection. My approach is integrative, and my absolute main concern is the unique needs of my client. Because no two people are the same, everyone's treatment is individually tailored. I am a very patient yet direct person, and I use an integrative approach including but not limited to client-centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, clinical hypnosis, guided imagery, and practical problem-solving. We will collaboratively discuss and outline our tangible goals for therapy right from the start, remaining flexible to modify them as your needs evolve to ensure that our work translates into meaningful progress in your daily life.

Stepping into therapy takes immense courage, and my hope is that our telehealth sessions act as a quiet, reassuring refuge where you can step away from the heavy demands of daily stress. The first session is a friendly conversation about your background, needs, concerns, and goals within a calm, non-judgmental environment. We will gently explore your history and current symptoms at a natural, comfortable pace without any pressure to share everything all at once. I also invite you to ask any questions about me if you so choose, ensuring that you feel completely safe, heard, and supported as we collaboratively design a clear roadmap for your healing.