Therapist profile
Marco Guillen, LMFT
California
LMFT - Addictions and Anger work
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- CredentialsLMFT
- LicenseLMFT, California / 43686
- NPI1487951869
- Experience20 years
- LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
- LocationCalifornia
About
- Addictions help
- Anger management
- CBT and DBT methods
About Marco
Marco Guillen is a California-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with about 20 years of experience. He began working with people affected by addictions decades ago and has since practiced across clinics, hospitals, and schools. Marco works in both English and Spanish and focuses on concerns like addictions, anger, relationships, family problems, and self-esteem.
Marco frames sessions around clear, practical conversation. He listens for what is causing anger or repeated patterns. Then he and the client try straightforward steps to respond differently to triggers and to repair the things that matter most. Sessions use methods that encourage concrete change rather than long theory talks.
His background includes years helping people manage substance use, process addictions, and impulsive behaviors. He also works with stress that shows up at work or home, problems with communication and control, and issues such as isolation, forgiveness, and life purpose. Panic symptoms and mood struggles are part of his caseload as well.
Marco blends client-centered listening with cognitive and behavioral strategies. He also uses elements of dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work. That mix is aimed at practical skills - emotional regulation, clearer communication, and goal-focused steps toward healthier routines.
People who choose him often want direct, action-oriented sessions. He expects honest talk and aims to make sessions useful for everyday life. To begin, clients follow the site's sign-up flow and schedule a first appointment after a short matching questionnaire.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy centers the conversation on the client's concerns and goals. Online sessions using this approach focus on clear listening and reflecting so the client sets the agenda and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioral changes. In remote sessions that often means setting concrete practice tasks between meetings and reviewing what worked. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) brings practical emotion-regulation and interpersonal skills. Online work can include coaching on skills for handling intense moments, grounding techniques, and step-by-step communication practices.Finding the right combination of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to pick approaches that fit the person's goals, tolerance for skills practice, and what they want to change. That planning happens in early sessions and is adjusted as progress is reviewed.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and support using worksheets or recorded skill practices between meetings. Marco draws on CBT, DBT, and client-centered methods to help implement practical steps you can use in everyday life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Which problems does he address related to anger?
He helps with anger that shows up in relationships, workplace frustration, and ongoing resentment. Addictions and impulsivity are also part of his focus.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses straightforward conversation with practical steps. Sessions combine client-centered listening with skill-based approaches such as CBT and DBT.
How long has he been practicing?
He has about 20 years of professional experience and many earlier years working with people with addictions.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a California licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, listed as LMFT, and practices from California.
Does he work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start work with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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