Therapist profile
Alison "Cindy" Lapidus, LMFT
California
LMFT in California - Relationships and Life Changes
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- Credentials
- LMFT
- License
- LMFT, Florida / MT3744; LMFT, California / 142569
- NPI
- 1003358797
- Experience
- 14 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- California
About
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship communication
- Codependency concerns
About Alison
Alison "Cindy" Lapidus is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 14 years of experience. She helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem struggles, career concerns, addiction-related problems, and codependency. Sessions are conducted in English and geared toward adults facing life transitions or persistent patterns that get in the way of fulfillment.
Cindy uses straightforward methods in session. She listens to what is happening now and asks practical questions about patterns and choices. She draws on client-centered therapy to keep the conversation focused on the person’s priorities, and on cognitive behavioral work to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different responses.
Her work also includes techniques from the Gottman Method for relationship communication and from mindfulness therapy to help with stress and emotional regulation. Motivational interviewing is used when people are wrestling with change, such as shifting habits or addressing substance concerns. These approaches are mixed to match the goals people bring to sessions.
People contact her about grief, trauma and abuse, body image, parenting concerns, money stress, and career transitions. She also supports those dealing with midlife shifts, isolation, commitment doubts, infidelity, and first responder or veteran-related issues. The focus is on practical steps and clearer choices rather than labels.
Costs vary by location and sessions operate through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session using the See online therapy options button.
How sessions work
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening to what matters most to the person and centering sessions around their priorities. It helps when someone feels stuck or unsure which problems to tackle first by keeping the work focused on their experience and goals.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, low mood, sleep problems, and repetitive behaviors related to codependency or addiction.
The Gottman Method concentrates on improving how people talk about relationship issues and solve problems together. It is useful for learning specific communication skills and repairing trust or closeness in intimate partnerships.
Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they pick methods and adjust them as therapy progresses so the work stays relevant to daily life.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make scheduling simpler and often fits into busy lives by removing travel time and allowing sessions during a lunch break or between errands. It also lets people choose sessions that match their energy level, such as a shorter check-in when needed or a longer focused hour when preparing for a major change.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Florida, California
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What problems does she help with?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, career matters, addictions, codependency and related concerns such as grief and trauma.
How does she approach therapy?
Her style is practical and person-focused, using client-centered listening, cognitive behavioral tools, and solution-oriented techniques to address immediate problems and patterns.
How many years has she practiced?
She has 14 years of clinical experience as a practicing clinician in California.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in California and practices in that state.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.