Liz Fernandes
AMFT 151527, APCC #18938
Gottman Level 2 trained
EMDR &
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here.
I know what it’s like to feel uncertain, anxious, frustrated, and lost. My journey into therapy began when I was searching for answers to years of debilitating chronic pain. When I ultimately received a cancer diagnosis that turned my world upside down, therapy helped me find steadiness, reconnect with my sense of self, and hold onto hope. It also gave me and my partner the tools to weather a season we never saw coming. We learned that with support, a relationship can become a place of safety and refuge—even in the face of the unexpected.
It is an honor to support you on your journey.
My role is to help you—or you and your partner—make sense of the deeper patterns shaping your experience and relationships, and to offer concrete tools that support clarity, connection, and healing. Together, we’ll work to deepen your self-awareness, develop skills to navigate uncertainty, and create meaningful, lasting change—moving toward a life that feels grounded and fulfilled.
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Under the clinical supervision of
Certified Gottman Therapist, Anna McDonald LCSW #100937
Somatic Experiencing
I can empathize with what you are going through
As A Partner: We incorporated the Gottman teachings early on in our relationship, which helped us build a strong foundation and stay connected as we navigated the inevitable twists and turns of life together. The only constant in life is change, and the Gottman Method helped us grow with life—supporting us in understanding our strengths and challenges as a couple while deepening our friendship. I help couples do the same by teaching communication skills that turn conflict into connection, deepen emotional intimacy, and support them in building a shared vision for their future
With Anxiety: I know what it’s like to be blindsided by a panic attack or swept up by spiraling thoughts, whether it’s fearing the worst, feeling like you’re not enough, or trying to control every detail just to feel safe. Anxiety can feel relentless, hijacking your mind and body and making even simple moments feel overwhelming. I've also experienced the relief that can come from combining practical grounding skills with a deeper understanding of what drives your fear—building the inner steadiness needed to reclaim the life you want.
With Trauma: I know how exhausting it is to feel like you have to hold it all together after experiencing trauma. It can erode your trust in yourself and your body, leave you feeling disconnected in relationships, and unsure of how to move forward. I also know that healing is possible—and that with the right support, you can begin to feel safe, connected, and whole again.
because I have been there.
Gottman Couples Counseling
Trauma
Anxiety & Panic
Liz’s Specialities
Using research-backed and highly effective strategies, the Gottman Method is a therapy that strengthens communication, rebuilds trust, and deepens connection by tailoring interventions to your unique relationship dynamics.
EMDR and Somatic Experiencing are the leading evidenced-based practices to help you understand how trauma has shaped your life, develop practical tools for daily resilience, and begin to rebuild trust in yourself and in the relationships that matter most.
Anxiety can make your world feel small, overwhelming, or hard to trust. Therapy helps you soothe your nervous system, understand the protective patterns driving your anxiety, and build trust in your ability to meet life’s uncertainties with confidence.
Liz's Experience & Education
- Gottman Level 2 trained
- EMDR trained
- In process of completing Somatic Experiencing Practitioner certificate
- APCC 18398
- Antioch University, MA in Clinical Psychology dual MFT and PCC Track, 2024
- University of Southern California, BS in Business Administration, minor in Spanish 2014
- Community Counseling & Education Center (CCEC), Trainee & Associate
- Center for Developmental Play & Learning (CDPL), Therapist
- Pathstream, Director & Career Coach
- 5 years in Coaching & Education
- 5 years in Finance & Operations
Pricing:
$180 per 50 minute session,
$270 per 80 minute session
Limited reduced fee sessions available
Payments Accepted:
Credit cards accepted and
superbills can be provided
Contact Info:
Liz@MindfulSolutionsTherapy.info
(805) 705-7821
Liz’s Fee Schedule
A little about Liz
Ways to reconnect with myself
Favorite Moment in my day
Caffeinated beverage
of choice
Rock Climbing
Quiet mornings just before the sun rises
Cappuccino with oat milk
Testimonials
"Liz is organized, efficient and responsive. She mixes caring and compassion with professionalism. Liz is quite competent at addressing symptom reduction while also exploring the underlying trauma clients are experiencing. Clients are in excellent hands with Liz!"
Testimonials
"Liz is a skilled, compassionate, effective therapist committed to supporting her clients on their journey. She shows up as a warm and genuine presence ready to guide clients through the important task of healing, meeting them where they are and responding to each individual's need. Working with Liz is a great opportunity you shouldn't miss out on."
Let us help you to create a happy home, healthier relationships &
a more satisfying life
