Michal Pomeranetz , LMFT

Michal Pomeranetz is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 14 years of professional experience. She works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and confidence concerns, depression, and the challenges that come with life changes.

Her approach prioritizes an open, supportive atmosphere where thoughts and emotions can be expressed without fear of judgment. Michal partners with clients to explore coping strategies, build motivation, and strengthen relationships while addressing underlying patterns that affect mood and functioning. She recognizes that beginning therapy often requires courage and honors each person for taking that step toward support and growth.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Michal incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify personal values and build psychological flexibility - a practical way to face difficult emotions while moving toward meaningful goals, often useful for anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety and low mood and improve day-to-day coping. Mindfulness Therapy is integrated to strengthen present-moment awareness and emotion regulation, supporting stress reduction and improved responses to triggers.

Finding the right approach is viewed as a collaborative process. Michal works with each person to determine which methods best align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts strategies over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with licensed professionals can include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and continuity of care. These options can make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain regular appointments during transitions, and connect with a therapist from a convenient location.