Support for the seasons of life that change you—loss, transitions, and rediscovering who you are.
AMFT #137660 , Supervised by Marina Edelman, LMFT # 51009
About
Anxiety | Depression | Grief & Loss | Life Transitions | Relationship & Family Concerns
Therapy for Adults, Teens & Families
Life can feel overwhelming for many different reasons. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship or family concerns, caregiver burnout, grief, or a major life change that has left you feeling uncertain, disconnected, or simply not like yourself.
I support adults, teens, and families navigating a range of emotional, relational, and life challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, caregiver stress and burnout, relationship difficulties, self-esteem and identity concerns, and major life transitions.
Grief, loss, and life transitions are particular areas of focus in my work. Loss isn’t always about death. It can include the end of a relationship, pregnancy loss, changes in family roles, career transitions, caregiving, unrealized dreams, or shifts in your sense of identity. Even positive changes can bring complicated emotions and require time to adjust.
With teens and families, I support concerns related to anxiety, changes in mood, self-esteem, identity, school or social stress, grief, emotional regulation, and changing family dynamics. I also help parents and caregivers strengthen communication and better understand their teen’s needs.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. I draw from CBT, mindfulness, and relational approaches while also exploring how past experiences, relationships, and family dynamics may influence how you feel and respond today. Together, we’ll build practical coping skills, strengthen self-awareness, and work toward changes that feel meaningful and sustainable.
I also have experience supporting first responders and their families as they navigate the emotional, relational, and occupational stressors that can come with first responder work.
I offer individual therapy for teens and adults, as well as family therapy. In-person sessions are available in Westlake Village, California, with virtual sessions available throughout California.
Complimentary 20-minute consultations are available to help you determine whether we may be a good fit.
Creating a Safe & Grounded Space
95%
Navigating Grief & Non-Death Loss
100%
Practical Tools for Real-Life Change
90%
Expertise
Clinical Strengths
I specialize in supporting teens and adults navigating grief, life transitions, and identity shifts. My work centers on both death and non-death loss—including changes in relationships, roles, and the life you once envisioned. I create a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can process complex emotions, build insight, and reconnect with themselves. Using an integrative approach that draws from CBT, narrative therapy, and mindfulness, I help clients develop practical coping strategies, strengthen boundaries, and move through life’s transitions with greater clarity and self-trust.
WHAT I DO
I'm here to help you feel grounded, supported, and clear about who you are becoming.
I specialize in grief-informed therapy for adults, teens, and families — supporting you through loss, life transitions, and identity shifts in all their many forms. You don’t have to navigate this season alone.
Jasmine Johnson
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist #137660
Begin With the Right Support
TrueMe® Counseling offers focused, research-informed care for individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges.
Meet Our Therapists
TrueMe® Counseling is a team of MFTs and PhDs with decades of combined clinical experience.

Marina Edelman
Founder | Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #51009

Cheryl Baldi
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #39801

Dr. Rachel Chistyakov
Doctor of Psychology | Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #150001

Sharalee Hall
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #135374

Chris Calandra
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #164783

Suzanne Perry
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #163151

Hayley Willis
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #163642

Jasmine Johnson
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist #137660

Sean Palmer
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist #161917
What Clients Are Saying
Individuals and couples share how personalized, evidence-based therapy helped them gain clarity, emotional safety, and renewed confidence.