- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Grief and loss
About Judy
Judy Davis-Farash is a California-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 30 years of experience. She works with people dealing with addictions, relationship concerns, grief and loss, self-esteem struggles, and life transitions. Sessions are conducted in English and she practices in California.
In sessions she uses straightforward conversation and practical tools. She draws on client-centered ideas to listen to each person's perspective. Cognitive behavioral techniques are used to identify unhelpful thinking and try different responses. Solution-focused methods help set small, achievable goals and track progress.
Her background includes long experience supporting people coping with caregiving stress, cancer-related issues, and aging concerns. She also works with matters such as blended family dynamics, communication problems, divorce and separation, and family of origin issues. These topics often overlap, and she helps people untangle what matters most now.
Typical work includes talking through patterns that started in childhood and noticing how they continue to affect choices today. Sessions may focus on improving communication, setting boundaries, or changing repeated behaviors. Practical exercises and short-term goals are commonly part of the work.
Judy emphasizes clear, respectful conversation and collaborative planning. She asks about what a person wants to change and then picks methods that fit those goals. People leave sessions with concrete steps to try between meetings.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting the person's perspective so they can clarify what matters most. It is useful for building confidence and working through relationship patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and offers concrete exercises to test different ways of responding. CBT is often used for self-esteem, coping with change, and addictive behaviors.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust them as progress is made. This keeps sessions collaborative and focused on practical next steps.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also let people use video when they want face-to-face contact or phone for a quicker conversation. Ask about the session types offered when you schedule so you can pick what fits your routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with addictions, relationship issues, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include family of origin issues and caregiving stress.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, conversational style that combines client-centered listening with goal-focused techniques. Sessions often include exercises and small homework tasks.
How much experience does she have?
She has 30 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including aging, blended family issues, and communication problems.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a California LMFT and practices in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session arrangements handled and what about formats?
Please confirm current session format options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Check available choices when you schedule.
How does payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
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