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Jill Dutra

LMFT

Jill Dutra , LMFT

Therapist in California

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About Jill

Jill Dutra is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with seven years of professional experience. She has worked in community counseling settings and within a Juvenile Justice Mental Health department, concentrating on adolescents and their families who are navigating drug and alcohol issues and complex family systems. In private practice she has treated individuals and couples and led motivational groups for women designed to build resilience and direction.

Her work emphasizes helping people overcome personal obstacles while pursuing their goals. Jill creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and where clients and families collaborate on realistic steps forward. She blends Client-Centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to shape treatment that meets each person’s unique needs. As a California LMFT - CA LMFT 49904 - she applies clinical training and practical experience to support clients through transitions, relationship challenges, addiction concerns, grief, and other life stressors.

Jill approaches therapy with a focus on empowerment and practical change, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to fit the priorities of the individual or family she is working with.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting therapeutic relationship. It helps people feel heard and understood while they explore their values, emotions, and personal goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical strategies to reduce anxiety, depression, and unhelpful patterns. Solution-Focused Therapy highlights strengths and small, achievable steps to create change, making it useful for clients seeking targeted progress on specific concerns such as stress, relationship issues, or coping with life transitions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Jill tailors methods to each person - combining elements of these approaches as needed - and works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and the best-suited techniques to reach them. The therapist-client partnership guides adjustments over time so treatment remains aligned with changing needs.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how people engage with care. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, clients can fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations. These options allow for ongoing support with practical convenience while maintaining a therapeutic focus.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Jill Dutra have?

Jill Dutra has seven years of clinical experience working in community counseling, juvenile justice mental health, and private practice.

Is Jill Dutra a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California. License details: CA LMFT 49904.

In which languages does Jill Dutra provide therapy?

Jill provides therapy in English.

Where is Jill Dutra located?

Jill is located in California.

How can I work with Jill Dutra as my therapist?

Jill provides therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Please note she is not currently accepting new clients.

Does Jill Dutra work with international clients?

No. Jill does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jill Dutra cost?

Cost can vary depending on factors such as location and appointment 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 involves clicking the "Start Therapy" button and completing a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging. Please be aware that Jill is not currently accepting new clients.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

Trauma and abuseGriefEating disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English

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