A place to slow down
Notice what is happening beneath the immediate problem and decide what you want to change.
Therapist in Pacifica, California
Therapist in Pacifica, CA
Choosing a therapist is personal. You may be looking for a calm, collaborative relationship where you can be honest about what is happening and work toward changes that feel meaningful in real life.
A grounded place to begin
Therapy with Brenda Hidalgo (she/her/they), AMFT
Collaborative, trauma-informed care in Pacifica and online throughout California.
Meet BrendaIs this for you?
Support that starts with your actual life.
- Adults seeking support for trauma, anxiety, identity, or life transitions
- People wanting help with eating patterns, body image, or substance use
- Clients working through relationship stress, boundaries, or self-worth
- People who value an approach that is collaborative, practical, and nonjudgmental
How we can work
A collaborative approach to meaningful change.
Brenda Hidalgo is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who works from a trauma-informed, collaborative perspective. She integrates parts work, somatic awareness, and motivational interviewing as appropriate for your goals.
Patterns and possibilities
Explore how past experiences shape current feelings, choices, relationships, and coping.
Change that fits your life
Ground the work in your goals, values, pace, and practical realities.
Practical details
Starting can be simple.
- In-person sessions are available in Pacifica, with telehealth available throughout California.
- Individual sessions are 45-50 minutes and cost $130; a sliding scale is available.
- Brenda Hidalgo is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT #160629, practicing under supervision.
- The office is in Pacifica, near San Bruno and the greater San Mateo County area.
Take the next step
You do not have to figure it out alone.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What does an initial consultation involve?
You can discuss what brings you in, what you hope will change, and practical questions about scheduling, fees, and fit.
What concerns does Brenda work with?
Her focus includes trauma, eating disorders, substance use, anxiety, relationships, identity, boundaries, and life transitions.
Does Brenda offer online sessions?
Yes. Telehealth is available for clients who are located in California.
Is Brenda a licensed therapist?
Brenda is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT #160629, practicing under supervision.