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Caitlin Ginwala(She/Her/Hers)

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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
ColoradoCalifornia
Adolescent mental health- Anxiety -Child mental health- Loss, grief, and bereavement-Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health-Childhood trauma-

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Professional statement

Caitlin Ginwala is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in supporting young children, adolescents, parents, and families through periods of emotional stress, developmental transitions, and family change. She works closely with parents of children ages 3–10 as well as preteens and teenage girls who may be experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, school stress, or friendship difficulties. Caitlin also has specialized experience supporting individuals and couples in the perinatal period, including pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, grief and loss, and the transition to parenthood. Her work often helps families better understand what a child’s behavior may be communicating while strengthening the parent–child relationship.

Caitlin’s therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and developmentally informed. She integrates attachment-based therapy, cognitive-behavioral strategies, and family systems work to support meaningful, lasting change. With younger children, she incorporates play-based and experiential techniques that help children safely express emotions and build regulation skills. With adolescents and adults, therapy focuses on strengthening insight, resilience, and practical coping strategies. Parent guidance is an important part of her work, helping caregivers feel more confident responding to their child’s needs while fostering connection within the family.

Caitlin brings extensive experience in pediatric and family mental health to her private practice. In addition to her clinical work, she has served as Director of Therapy at a digital pediatric mental health organization, where she helped oversee high-quality mental health care for children and families nationwide. Her clinical perspective is grounded in a deep understanding of child development, attachment, and the emotional transitions that occur across the lifespan, including the transition into parenthood.

Caitlin offers 100% virtual therapy for clients throughout California, providing convenient access to personalized care for busy families, parents, and individuals seeking support. Her practice is designed to provide thoughtful, personalized care for those seeking a deeper understanding of their emotional world.


Message to clients

Starting therapy can feel like a meaningful and sometimes vulnerable step, whether you are seeking support for your child, your family, or yourself. My hope is that therapy provides a space where you feel understood, supported, and able to slow down enough to explore what may be feeling difficult right now or to future explore your own inner world. I approach this work with deep respect for the complexity of family life and the many demands parents and individuals are navigating today.

In our work together, we will move at a thoughtful pace, taking time to understand the full picture of what you or your child are experiencing. I believe that lasting change comes not only from learning new skills, but also from developing greater insight, self-compassion, and connection within relationships. Whether we are working on anxiety, emotional overwhelm, parenting challenges, or life transitions such as pregnancy or early parenthood, my goal is to help you feel more confident, supported, and hopeful moving forward.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 14 years

Little Otter, Director of Therapy, 2021 - 2026
The Mindful Lemon, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, 2021 - 2025
Children's Bureau, Clinical Supervisor, 2019 - 2021
San Diego County, Outpatient Therapist, 2019 - 2019
Magellan Health, Triage Clinician , 2017 - 2019
The Help Group, Outpatient Clinician, 2015 - 2017
Children's Bureau, Day Treatment Intensive Therapist, 2013 - 2015
For the Future, Group Home Support Staff, 2012 - 2013
Valley Trauma Center, Adoption Promotion Support Service Outreach Counselor, 2011 - 2013

Postpartum Support International, Perinatal Mental Health Certificate, 2025
California State University Northridge, Master of Science in Counseling, option Marriage and Family Therapy, 2012
California State University Northridge, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, minors in Human Sexuality and Queer Studies, 2010

Licensure

California: 96759 - Colorado: MFT.0002128

Languages

English

Specialties

Adolescent mental health - Working with adolescents, teenagers, and parents on social, academic, and/or emotional challenges throughout teenage years; addressing anxiety, family conflicts, peer relationships, school stress, transition to college, social media pressures, self-esteem, hopelessness about the future, emotional disregulation

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Child mental health - Specialized strategies for common childhood disorders including attention issues, attachment problems, behavioral disorders, learning disorders, autism spectrum diagnoses, and feeding or elimination issues.

Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance

Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health - Addressing issues specific to women and families during the pregnancy and postpartum period, including postpartum depression and anxiety

Childhood trauma - Learning how traumatic events in childhood can translate into adulthood; processing through difficult memories with the goal of moving past the experience and lingering symptoms




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

Caitlin Ginwala is not in-network with any insurances.

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Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$200 (45min)
  • Sliding scale:$150 - $200

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