Monica Burford

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, #109798

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Monica Burford

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, #109798

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Palo Alto, CA 94301

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Do you feel more like roommates than romantic partners? Are you stuck in the same conflict, different topic but the same ending, exhausted by how predictable it's become? You might even be able to name your own patterns. But knowing what's getting in the way and actually changing it are two different things. If your attempts to show care keep landing as criticism, and you miss what it felt like when things were easier between you, you're in the right place. I also offer individual therapy for people navigating hard transitions, quieting a relentless inner critic, or working to change relationship patterns they keep repeating.

I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist offering couples therapy in Sacramento and throughout California via secure telehealth. I work with couples who love each other and want to get it right but keep circling back to the same arguments, or carrying habits from their past relationships into their current one that they wish they could leave behind.

My approach draws on the Gottman Method and TEAM-CBT, two research-based models for changing the patterns that keep couples stuck. My goal is to give both partners a space to feel genuinely understood, not just heard, and to help you move from tolerated coexistence to a relationship you can count on. I offer free video consultations.

Call or Email Monica Burford now for a free 15 minute consultation - (916) 659-8839

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Palo Alto, CA 94301

(916) 659-8839

El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

My website

I provide couples therapy sessions online and offer a free 45-minute consultation to help new clients determine if we're a good fit.

$210 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Let's Connect (916) 659-8839

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Palo Alto, CA 94301

(916) 659-8839

El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

My website

I provide couples therapy sessions online and offer a free 45-minute consultation to help new clients determine if we're a good fit.

$210 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $210
Couple Sessions $260

Payment Methods

Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Out of Network

I offer couples therapy and marriage counseling virtually throughout California, based in Sacramento—fees range between $210-$260 depending on session length. I'm out of network and provide superbills for potential reimbursement.

Monica Burford

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, #109798

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 659-8839

Monica Burford

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, #109798

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 659-8839

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 109798 Monica Burford

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 12 years

Attended USC, Marriage and Family Therapy, Graduated 2014

I'm certified in CBT and Level 1 Certified in TEAM-CBT—evidence-based approaches for anxiety, depression, and stress. I'm also a Level 3 Trained Gottman Method Couples Therapist, helping partners rebuild trust, connection, and communication.

Monica Burford

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, #109798

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 659-8839

Monica Burford

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, #109798

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 659-8839

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

Anxiety
Couples Therapy
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Relationship Issues
Stress

Couples: I have worked with couples in all phases of their relationship-dating, engaged, married, with or without kids, and adjusting to different retirement timelines. I help you learn HOW to talk about your differences more effectively. Adults: adjustment to college or new job, anxiety, or relationship issues.

Monica Burford

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, #109798

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 659-8839

Monica Burford

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, #109798

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 659-8839

6 Endorsements

Stella Xin Fan

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Monica is a skilled therapist who leads with compassion and is dedicated to supporting and empowering clients throughout their therapy journey. I highly recommend her!

Dr. Manasi Shankar

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LPCC, LPC, NCC

I have known Monica for over two years now and have learnt a great deal from her, specifically related to clinical care with couples. Her knowledge and skills related to Gottman methodologies in treating the couples she works with is admirable!

Veronica Perez-Thayer

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Monica has a gentle courage I imagine is so comforting for her clients. She's very easy to talk to due to being nonjudgmental and very patient. She's also very thoughtful about the care she provides and all aspects of her work. I highly recommend her.

Ligia Orellana

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Monica, gets to know your story from a non judgmental and curious stance. Clients will find themselves wanting to lean in towards learning more about themselves in order to create positive long term change in their lives and relationships.

Annie Shirrell

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC

Monica offers a warm and client-centered approach. She takes the time to build a strong foundation of trust. With a balance of clinical expertise and genuine care, she empowers her clients to grow, heal, and move forward with confidence.

Lisa Macedo

Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT

I've worked with Monica for over five years and highly recommend her. She's a skilled, compassionate couples therapist with a strong clinical background and a warm, humble approach that helps clients connect and grow together.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Gottman Method

My approach is active, collaborative, and grounded in research-based methods. We'll slow things down to understand what's happening beneath the surface, uncover patterns that keep you stuck, and practice new ways of connecting so you both feel heard, respected, and on the same team.

Monica Burford

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, #109798

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 659-8839

Monica Burford

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, #109798

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 659-8839

Location

Primary Location

Palo Alto, CA 94301

(916) 659-8839

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Additional Location

El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

(916) 659-8839

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Old Palo Alto

I provide couples therapy sessions online and offer a free 45-minute consultation to help new clients determine if we're a good fit.

Monica Burford

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, #109798

Call for a free consultation now - (916) 659-8839

I provide couples therapy sessions online and offer a free 45-minute consultation to help new clients determine if we're a good fit.

Monica Burford

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, #109798

Call for a free consultation now - (916) 659-8839

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