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Zaida Casillas

LMFT

Zaida Casillas , LMFT

Therapist in California

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About Zaida

Zaida Casillas is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with nine years of professional experience. She works with people confronting addictions, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, depression, and major life changes, offering practical support and compassionate guidance throughout the therapeutic process. Zaida approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and empathy, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to reflect individual histories, needs, and goals.

Her work emphasizes helping clients navigate complex emotional experiences such as attachment struggles, abandonment, communication problems, and the aftermath of separation or divorce. She also supports those coping with shame, guilt, isolation, questions about sexuality and life purpose, and midlife transitions. By combining evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a client-centered stance, Zaida aims to empower people to build healthier relationships with themselves and others.

Seeking change can take courage, and Zaida frames therapy as a collaborative journey. She encourages clients to identify meaningful goals and offers steady support as they develop new coping skills, process difficult memories, and move toward greater emotional wellbeing.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Zaida uses a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the needs of each person. Trauma-informed approaches focus on helping people process painful memories and reduce symptoms related to past abuse or post-traumatic stress, using careful pacing and stabilization strategies that support safety and resilience. Skills-based interventions teach practical tools for managing depression, cravings, intense emotions, and difficult thoughts, including coping strategies for grief, anxiety, and life transitions. Attachment-focused and relational work explores patterns in relationships and communication to address abandonment, intimacy challenges, and social anxiety.



Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Zaida collaborates with clients to identify goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what feels most helpful. This collaborative process helps match evidence-based methods to each person’s preferences and circumstances.



Online therapy offers practical benefits for people with busy schedules or limited local options. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, clients can access regular support from licensed professionals with greater flexibility and convenience, making it easier to maintain continuity of care and progress toward goals.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Zaida Casillas have?

Zaida Casillas has 9 years of professional experience.

Is Zaida Casillas a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her license is CA LMFT 120213.

In which languages does Zaida Casillas provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Zaida Casillas located?

She is located in California.

How can I work with Zaida Casillas as my therapist?

You can work with Zaida Casillas through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Zaida Casillas work with international clients?

No. Zaida Casillas does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Zaida Casillas cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Experience

9+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English, Spanish

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