Agustin Vieyra Ornelas , LMFT

Agustin Vieyra Ornelas is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 17 years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, motivation and self-esteem concerns, and depression and addiction. He approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, viewing each person as the expert of their own story and building on existing resources to help navigate life’s difficulties.

Agustin emphasizes the courage it takes to pursue a more fulfilling, happier life and frames the therapeutic process as a collaborative journey. He aims to support and empower individuals as they take steps toward their personal goals, offering practical strategies and compassionate guidance informed by evidence-based approaches. Whether someone is tackling relationship issues, coping with grief, or seeking greater confidence and motivation, he focuses on tailored support that honors each person’s values and experiences.

Fluent in English and Spanish, Agustin brings a respectful, empathetic style to his work and helps clients explore new perspectives, develop coping skills, and strengthen resilience over time.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Agustin integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in his online practice. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and respect, helping people explore their feelings and values while the therapist follows the client’s lead to foster self-understanding and growth. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and teaching practical skills to manage anxiety, mood, and stress-related problems.

He also uses solution-focused techniques to help clients set clear, achievable goals and identify immediate steps toward change. Throughout the process Agustin collaborates with each person to determine which combination of approaches best fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules and those who cannot attend in person. These options allow licensed professionals like Agustin to provide consistent, accessible care across different formats, making it easier to maintain momentum between sessions and apply new skills in everyday life.