Lorena Villegas

Welcome- I’m so glad you’re here. My name is Lorena and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #113434). My work as a therapist began from a lifelong passion for helping others feel supported, understood, and empowered. Early in my career, I saw how transformative therapy can be when people feel safe enough to express their emotions and explore their inner world. That experience set the foundation for Simply Wellness. I bring over 14 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and families. I specialize in supporting clients coping with anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, trauma, family conflict, and major life transitions. I also have extensive experience working with parents, helping families strengthen communication, and guiding individuals through the healing of long-standing emotional and relational wounds. My therapeutic approach is compassionate, direct, culturally sensitive, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, and Family Systems work to help clients develop meaningful insight, build effective coping skills, and create lasting change. As a bilingual (English/Spanish) and bicultural therapist, I deeply value the importance of cultural identity, lived experience, and the unique ways individuals and families from diverse backgrounds navigate emotional wellness. I strive to create a warm, affirming, and inclusive space where clients feel understood in the fullness of who they are. I want your time in therapy to feel meaningful and impactful- a place where you can grow, learn new skills, deepen self-awareness, and move toward the life you want to live. If you’re ready to begin this journey, I would be honored to support you.