Cynthia Rumford-Jones , LCSW

Cynthia Rumford-Jones is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of California, Berkeley and 22 years of clinical experience. She draws on extensive training and a broad background in social work and human services to support people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, and life transitions. Her practice also addresses grief, eating and food-related issues, foster care and adoption matters, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and a range of family dynamics and communication problems.

Cynthia’s approach is warm, supportive, and interactive, emphasizing collaboration and practical strategies that match each person’s needs. She uses client-centered methods to help individuals feel heard and involved in their care, while integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to manage emotions, reduce distress, and build coping tools. She has particular experience with trauma-focused interventions and supports for families involved in foster care and adoption.

Located in California, Cynthia offers therapy in English and is currently accepting clients within the state. She works with people across the life span to set structured goals, create actionable treatment plans, and strengthen resilience through respectful, nonjudgmental care. For those ready to begin, she partners with each person to identify priorities and practical steps toward improved wellbeing.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the individual’s own goals and experiences, creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client’s lead to build insight and self-directed change. This approach suits people who want collaborative support and validation while they sort through life challenges.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a practical method that helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and replace them with more balanced thoughts and behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns and emphasizes skill-building and measurable progress.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches specific skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT can be especially helpful for managing strong emotions, impulsivity, and relationship conflicts.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Cynthia works collaboratively with each person and licensed professionals to determine which combination of methods fits the client’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing people to access consistent care from home or work and fit sessions into busy schedules. These options make it easier to maintain momentum in treatment and practice new skills between sessions with support from a therapist.