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Tessa Sinclair(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
California
Relationship issues-Perfectionism- Life transitions- Anxiety -Transition to new parenthood-Divorce & separation-

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your plan qualifies.

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Professional statement

Tessa Sinclair is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with thoughtful, high-functioning adults and couples navigating relationship challenges, life transitions, and questions of identity and purpose. Many of her clients are successful professionally — consultants, entrepreneurs, engineers, creatives, and medical professionals — yet feel lonely, uncertain, or quietly dissatisfied beneath the surface. They may appear composed and capable, while internally wrestling with self-doubt, relational patterns, or a loss of direction.

Tessa’s work is especially supportive for individuals who want to deepen their relationships, clarify difficult decisions, or reconnect with a more grounded sense of self. She also works with couples seeking to strengthen communication, repair trust, or thoughtfully navigate separation. Her clients are often reflective and motivated, ready to explore not just immediate stressors but the deeper patterns shaping their lives.

Her approach integrates attachment-based, trauma-informed, and solution-focused therapy within a relational framework. Tessa blends practical clarity with emotional depth, helping clients understand the roots of their patterns while also making meaningful, forward movement. Sessions are collaborative and attuned, with attention to both nervous system regulation and insight — creating space for change that feels sustainable rather than forced.

Tessa’s background includes training in interdisciplinary studies and transpersonal counseling psychology, which informs her appreciation for the connection between emotional wellbeing, meaning, and lived experience. She has been practicing psychotherapy for over a decade and brings warmth, steadiness, and discernment to her work.

Tessa has been licensed in California since 2016 and has provided fully online therapy since 2020. She works with individuals and couples throughout California via secure telehealth.


Message to clients

Hi. I’m glad you’re here.

Sometimes the pain we carry is hard to name. You may look successful on the outside — steady career, meaningful responsibilities, a life that appears solid and accomplished — yet feel quietly exhausted, disconnected, or unsure of what’s next. You might tell yourself it’s “not that bad” or that others have it worse. And yet, something still feels off. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

In our work together, we’ll slow things down enough to understand what’s beneath the pressure, self-doubt, or tension you’ve been carrying. I’ll help you build insight and self-trust, while also developing practical shifts that make daily life feel more sustainable. My hope is that therapy becomes a place where you can be honest — without having to perform, minimize, or hold it all together.

Good therapy is both challenging and deeply relieving. It asks for courage, and it offers clarity. If you’re feeling ready to explore what’s possible, I invite you to reach out for a consultation. We’ll talk about what you’re hoping for and see whether working together feels like the right fit.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 10 years

Talk with Tessa Marriage & Family Therapy Inc., President, Therapist, 2016 - Present

John F. Kennedy University, M.A. Counseling Psychology - Specialty Transpersonal & Somatic Psychology, 2016
Naropa University, B.A. Interdisciplinary Studies - Emphasis Yoga, Music & Writing, 2008

Licensure

California: 116943

Languages

English

Specialties

Relationship issues - Exploring patterns of connection, communication, and conflict in romantic relationships. This includes deepening intimacy, navigating recurring misunderstandings, and clarifying whether to repair, redefine, or release a partnership.

Perfectionism - High-achieving, thoughtful adults often hold themselves to impossible standards. We’ll explore the roots of self-criticism, fear of failure, and chronic pressure — and build a more grounded, sustainable sense of self-worth.

Life transitions - Periods of change can stir identity questions, uncertainty, and grief — even when the change is chosen. I support clients navigating career shifts, relocations, relationship changes, and evolving life roles with clarity and steadiness.

Anxiety - Anxiety can show up as physical tension, difficulty relaxing, irritability, or feeling perpetually “on.” In our work, we’ll gently explore the roots of that activation and help your nervous system settle into greater steadiness and trust.

Transition to new parenthood - Becoming a parent can bring joy, overwhelm, identity shifts, and relationship strain. I support individuals and couples adjusting to the emotional and relational changes of early parenthood.

Divorce & separation - Considering separation can stir grief, clarity, and uncertainty. I help individuals and couples move through this process thoughtfully and intentionally.




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Parents
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

Tessa Sinclair is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

Get reimbursed for sessions with Tessa Sinclair

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.

  • Individual sessions:$275 (50min)
  • Couples sessions:$300 (50min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Venmo
  • IvyPay
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
Therapist's note

Insurance can help offset fees. Provide your DOB, Member ID and the name of your insurance; I'll respond with your Estimated Reimbursement % After Deductible.

For private pay customers, keep an eye out for your Good Faith Estimate (annual estimate of total fees paid; part of the No Surprises Act).


Client testimonials

"Tessa is amazing at what she does! She’s warm, easy to talk to and does a really good job at catching important details in conversation. I’m so grateful I crossed paths with her, I feel like she’s the perfect therapist for me!"
- Zencare client May 2025

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