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Dylan Perese

Therapy that honors emotion and meaning

LMFT California

Experience
3 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Dylan

Dylan Perese is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who combines evidence-based practices with an openness to clients' spiritual experiences.

Background and approach

He frames therapy around concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, self-esteem, and adjusting to life changes, offering a respectful space for exploring both emotional and existential questions.

His work integrates approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Client-Centered Therapy alongside techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and the Gottman Method when relevant. Dylan encourages reflective practices such as journaling between sessions to help clients integrate insights, notice patterns, and deepen self-awareness.

He emphasizes collaboration, meeting each person where they are, and tailoring interventions to present needs and values.

Practicing in California as CA LMFT 155263, he draws on three years of clinical experience to support people through topics including communication problems, divorce and separation, coping with disasters, hospice and end-of-life concerns, infidelity, guilt and shame, life purpose, mood disorders, and cultivating self-love.

Sessions are conducted in English and are offered through a variety of online formats to fit different schedules.

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and low mood; it is practical and skills-oriented for managing daily challenges. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and develop psychological flexibility through mindfulness and committed action, supporting clients facing life transitions, grief, or questions about purpose. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and creating a validating space in which clients lead the pace of exploration, which can be especially helpful for building self-esteem and processing sensitive experiences.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Dylan works with clients to assess needs, goals, and personal preferences, adapting methods over time so therapy matches what feels most useful and meaningful for each person.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to attend sessions from varied locations, maintain continuity during life changes, and use brief check-ins or ongoing messaging between live sessions as additional support.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Dylan commonly address?
Dylan works with people experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, self-esteem struggles, and life transitions. He also focuses on communication problems, coping with disaster, divorce and separation, and related issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach blends evidence-based techniques with a respectful openness to spiritual or existential exploration, creating a collaborative and nonjudgmental environment for clients.
What is his background and experience?
He has three years of clinical experience working as a psychotherapist, using a mix of therapeutic methods to address emotional and relational concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with the license CA LMFT 155263 and provides services based in California.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does he offer?
He meets with clients via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started?
To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityLife purposeMood disordersSelf-love

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English