Marco Regalado Chacon , LMFT

Marco Regalado Chacon is a licensed therapist practicing in California with six years of professional experience. As an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - he draws on evidence-based methods to support people coping with stress, anxiety, addiction challenges, and depression. He also brings experience working with LGBTQ+ related concerns, motivation, and issues around self-esteem and confidence.

Marco emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can name difficult thoughts and feelings and explore what gets in the way of a more fulfilling life. He works collaboratively with each person to understand patterns that contribute to distress and to develop practical strategies that fit the client’s daily life and goals. Taking that first step toward change is acknowledged as an act of courage, and Marco offers supportive guidance through that process.

His approach centers on practical growth and emotional understanding, helping clients build skills, strengthen relationships, and regain a sense of agency. He aims to meet clients where they are and to partner with them in pursuing clearer direction, greater confidence, and improved well-being.

Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care

Marco uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that emphasize practical skills and relational understanding. One approach focuses on skills for managing overwhelming thoughts and emotions - helping clients identify patterns, build coping strategies, and reduce day-to-day distress. Another approach addresses relationship and attachment patterns - exploring how early and current relationships influence behavior and helping clients develop healthier ways of relating to others. A third element often used is motivational work for those facing addictions or ambivalence about change - supporting clients to clarify values, increase internal motivation, and plan sustainable steps toward recovery.

Finding the right combination of techniques is part of the therapeutic process, and Marco collaborates with each client to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they monitor progress and adapt the plan as changes occur.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for those seeking care. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow clients to connect with licensed professionals from locations that suit them, offering flexibility for busy schedules, limited mobility, or geographic constraints. These options make it easier to maintain regular support while fitting therapy into everyday life.