Agustin Vieyra Ornelas , LMFT

Agustin Vieyra Ornelas is a California-licensed LMFT with 17 years of clinical experience supporting people through life transitions and emotional challenges. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, he combines respect for each person's strengths with practical strategies to address stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. He approaches therapy with the belief that individuals are the experts of their own stories and that those strengths can be mobilized to navigate difficult moments.

Agustin emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, helping clients identify goals and build skills that fit their values and circumstances. His work balances empathic listening with goal-oriented tools so clients can take courageous steps toward a more satisfying life. He works with adults in both English and Spanish and draws on several evidence-informed approaches to tailor support to each person’s needs.

Seeking therapy is a meaningful act of self-care, and Agustin aims to create a respectful, encouraging space for that work. He supports clients as they explore options, practice new coping methods, and strengthen the personal resources needed to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

Therapeutic approaches for online care and growth

Agustin uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client's lead and helps them access their own strengths and insights. This approach is useful for building self-esteem, processing relationships, and developing clarity about personal values.

He also employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replacing them with more adaptive patterns. CBT is effective for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and for developing concrete coping skills.

Motivational Interviewing is another tool in his work, aimed at resolving ambivalence and strengthening motivation for change. This approach supports people facing challenges like addiction, behavioral shifts, or readiness for life transitions.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Agustin works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. He combines compassionate listening with practical techniques so the plan evolves as progress is made.

Online therapy with Agustin is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which allows for flexibility around work, family, and other commitments. These options make it easier for clients to access consistent support and to practice new skills between sessions, while tailoring the format to what feels most comfortable for them.