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Gerardo Puga Cervantes, LMFT

  • Experience10 years
  • LocationCalifornia
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy
  • LanguagesEnglish and Spanish
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About Gerardo

Gerardo Puga Cervantes is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people seeking relief from stress, anxiety, addiction patterns, relationship difficulties, and other life disruptions.

Background and approach

He places a strong emphasis on building rapport early in the process so clients feel heard and comfortable, viewing each person as the expert on their own experience while offering professional guidance based on clinical training and practice.

Gerardo uses a blend of evidence-informed methods to address concerns such as depression, trauma, grief, anger, self-esteem struggles, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. His approach is nonjudgmental and collaborative, tailoring interventions to each person’s goals while drawing from cognitive behavioral tools, acceptance-oriented practices, attachment-informed work, and other therapeutic frameworks.

With a decade of experience as an LMFT practicing in California, he brings practical skills for coping with life changes, impulsivity, relationship and communication problems, and a broad range of additional focus areas. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish and are adaptable to diverse needs and schedules.

Prospective clients who value a respectful, client-centered partnership and a therapist who draws on multiple approaches may find his style a good fit.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning, which can be helpful for anxiety, mood symptoms, impulsivity, and addictive behaviors. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of relating that developed in close relationships and works to improve connection, trust, and emotional regulation in current relationships.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work together with each client to assess goals, preferences, and presenting concerns, then recommend and adapt methods so the work feels relevant and manageable rather than prescriptive.

Online therapy with Gerardo offers flexibility in how sessions occur, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access care from different locations while still engaging in the therapeutic tools and interpersonal work that support change.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Gerardo commonly address?
He works with issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self esteem, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and related challenges.
What is his overall therapeutic style?
His style is client-centered and nonjudgmental, prioritizing rapport and collaboration while drawing on different therapeutic models to meet each client's needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 10 years of experience as a licensed mental health professional working with a range of clinical presentations and populations.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMFT licensed in California under CA LMFT 51224 and practices from that state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Therapy is offered in both English and Spanish, and he also accepts international clients who can work in those languages.
What session formats does he provide?
Clients can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging for their appointments.
How are fees and payment handled?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided via a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesDepression

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English, Spanish

What Gerardo can help with

Gerardo Puga Cervantes works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, LGBT, relationship issues, and depression.

Gerardo works with depression/anxiety disorders, personality disorders, addictive behaviors, and self esteem issues.

How Gerardo approaches therapy

Gerardo's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.

Experience and training

Gerardo is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in California, with 10 years of clinical experience.