Stacey Kamp , LMFT

Stacey Kamp is a dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who blends clinical training in Counseling Psychology with an imaginative focus on Art Therapy. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Art Therapy, and she uses creativity and structured therapeutic methods to help clients access insight and growth without requiring any prior artistic experience.

Her practice is integrative, drawing on cognitive behavioral techniques, psychodynamic perspectives, dialectical behavior therapy, humanistic principles, and mindfulness practices. Stacey emphasizes practical skills and reflective exploration so clients can better manage anxiety, clarify values, and move toward more fulfilling relationships and daily living.

Known for a calm, positive presence, Stacey approaches each person as an individual, creating space for empathy and thoughtful inquiry. She aims to empower people to explore the roots of their concerns, strengthen coping strategies, and discover a clearer path forward. In addition to clinical work, she maintains a website and blog at creativepsychotherapymarin.com that offers resources for navigating life’s challenges.

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to stress and anxiety and replacing them with more constructive alternatives. It is useful for common concerns like anxiety, panic, and low self-esteem and often involves practical homework and skill-building exercises.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes teaching concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These tools help people manage intense emotions, reduce reactive behaviors, and improve communication in relationships.

Mindfulness-based approaches train present-moment awareness and acceptance, helping clients reduce rumination and build steadier coping habits for stress and life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Stacey collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text messaging - which makes it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity through life changes, and access support from different locations. Licensed professionals can deliver these evidence-informed approaches effectively through remote formats, allowing clients to work on skills and insight from where they are most comfortable.