marriage & family therapist in california

Donna Branch, LMFT

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LMFT #153676, CADC-II RA9480519

I’m Donna Branch, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the founder of Branch Pros. I’ve dedicated my career to helping individuals, couples, and families build healthier relationships, deepen emotional insight, and create lives rooted in clarity and connection. My approach is warm, grounded, and practical — I want people to feel understood, supported, and empowered from the very first session.

In my work, I blend evidence‑based practices with real‑world compassion. I draw from CBT, psychodynamic integration, attachment theory, trauma‑informed care, and family systems work to meet clients exactly where they are. Whether someone is navigating anxiety, relationship conflict, trauma, addiction recovery, or major life transitions, I focus on creating a safe space where they can explore their experiences without judgment.

At the heart of my work is a simple belief: healthy relationships create healthy lives. I’m honored to walk alongside people as they learn to communicate more clearly, understand themselves more deeply, and build connections that feel safe, supportive, and meaningful.

If you’re ready to begin that journey, I’m here. individuals, couples, and families (however you define family) can explore the root causes of pain, rebuild trust, and begin the journey toward lasting healing.

Donna Branch, LMFT 

My Approach

I believe that the experiences we have in our early years shape how we see ourselves, others, and the world. Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship conflict, or unresolved trauma, I will work with you gently to uncover the past while building healthy tools to thrive in the present.

My integrative trauma informed approach draws from evidence-based practices including CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Meaning-centered psychotherapy, Mindfulness- based Relapse Prevention, within a family systems approach and is always guided by your unique story needs strengths and abilities. Together we create a space that supports deep healing and sustainable growth

Trauma

Grief

Adverse Childhood Experiences

Substance Use & Recovery

Acute and Post Traumatic Stress Disorders

Insurances and Memberships

Rates & Fees:

15-minute initial consultation: Free
30-minute skills-focused therapy session $125 (existing clients only)
45-50 minute individual therapy session $200
60- minute individual therapy session $250
90-minute mental health evaluation $300

45-50 minute couples/family session $225
60- minute couples/family session $250

60 minute group session $100
90-minute group session $150

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