Cynthia is a joy to speak with and has a wealth of knowledge and experience to share about a wide range of issues. She has been a great "relationship" translator, helping me find the right words to share my vulnerabilities and shortcomings with my partner. Truly an exceptional person who loves helping people thrive in their relationships and in life. 10/10
Dr. Cynthia Curnan, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Cynthia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Cynthia. View 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
She has the biggest heart and makes one feel supported safe and cared for! I've been in therapy for over a decade and she is my favorite therapist thus far.
More about Cynthia
- 32 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
About Dr Cynthia
Before I went to school to become a psychotherapist, I was a teacher of Inner Guidance. I also taught the curriculum to become a teacher of Inner Guidance.
We all have powerful internal senses that we tend to neglect: intuition, insight, instinct, imagination and deeper intelligence that grows sharper the more we use it.
Too often, our personal growth becomes confined at the surface of ourselves by the effects of childhood trauma and how we’re raised. Sometimes we don’t know there is so much more to us.
Once we develop accurate self-knowledge and learn what part
of us is doing our thinking and making our decisions, then self mastery is within reach.
I help people unravel their personal predicaments and develop self mastery. Once we become more greatly empowered - we are equipped to know what we want in life and how to manifest it.
I received my CA license (lmft2980) in 1992, received my PhD in psychology in 1996. I wrote/published a book, “The Care and Feeding of Perfectionists “, 1998.
Often we spot perfectionism in others but cannot recognize it ourselves. Many of us believe the Perfectionist is the best part of us, when really, it prevents us from liking ourselves. Each of us have at least 2 types of perfectionism (9 types in my book). If not neutralized, it blocks our growth by convincing us that we are not good enough. I help people replace perfectionism with a free internal Gift. The inner drive toward Excellence- which springs from the Self - is a beautiful world away from the pain of perfectionism- which is a push from a wounded ego.
Once we connect to our Inner Self, we see ourselves and our world as
it really is. Then life, healing and accomplishments can become wondrous easy.
Methods I use besides talk therapy:
Identifying and healing trauma
Conscious breathing
Dream analysis
Focused meditation
Inner Guidance
Inner Child work
The necessity for humor.
EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprogramming.)
FLASH (offshoot of EMDR)
Interactive hypnotherapy
Developing self knowledge
Dismantling perfectionism
Becoming present and living in the moment
Accepting personal power
Goal setting
Couples Counseling
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Abandonment
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Post-traumatic stress
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Gottman Method
- Hypnotherapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Cynthia Curnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871115188.
- LMFT · California · 29820 · Expires May 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Cynthia Curnan
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Cynthia is a joy to speak with and has a wealth of knowledge and experience to share about a wide range of issues. She has been a great "relationship" translator, helping me find the right words to share my vulnerabilities and shortcomings with my partner. Truly an exceptional person who loves helping people thrive in their relationships and in life. 10/10
She has the biggest heart and makes one feel supported safe and cared for! I've been in therapy for over a decade and she is my favorite therapist thus far.
I am very new to therapy and Cynthia made me feel comfortable with her instantaneously. She has greatly helped me by showing me different perspectives and bringing in ideas that are making a huge difference in my life. She has been incredibly helpful and I can not thank her enough.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Cynthia Curnan offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Cynthia Curnan works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Cynthia Curnan speak?
Dr. Cynthia Curnan speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Cynthia Curnan have?
Dr. Cynthia Curnan has 32 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Cynthia Curnan licensed to practice?
Dr. Cynthia Curnan is licensed to practice in California.
Does Dr. Cynthia Curnan accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Cynthia Curnan accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Cynthia Curnan offer?
Dr. Cynthia Curnan offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Hypnotherapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Cynthia Curnan?
Dr. Cynthia Curnan can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Cynthia Curnan?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.