- Parenting skills
- Life coaching
- Trauma recovery
About Jeana
Jeana De Lay is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 17 years of experience. She works with adults on issues that include parenting challenges, anger, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, trauma and life stress. She also brings life coaching into goal-focused work for people who want concrete steps forward.
She uses both shorter-term and longer-term work depending on the need. Sessions often include setting clear goals, making a simple plan, and trying practical steps between meetings. Clients may be asked to try small exercises or reflections as part of that plan.
Jeana helps parents build ways to communicate and set consistent limits with children at different stages. She also supports people sorting career and self-esteem concerns, and those coping with past trauma or loss. The emphasis is on finding a clearer voice and moving toward the next practical step.
Her coaching perspective is goal oriented, focusing on what a person wants to change and the obstacles that get in the way. That work can include making a timeline, identifying habits to change, and tracking small wins along the way.
In sessions she collaborates with clients to define specific treatment goals and measurable steps. The approach is hands-on and pragmatic, aimed at helping people improve communication, shift behavior patterns, and create momentum toward the outcomes they want.
How evidence-based approaches translate online
Jeana uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques alongside life coaching. One common approach is goal-focused work that breaks larger problems into small, manageable steps and tracks progress. This helps with issues like career decisions, low self-esteem, and getting control of recurring anger or stress.Another approach is practical skills training for communication and parenting. That involves clear strategies for how to talk, set limits, and handle frustrating moments without escalating. It is useful for people who want concrete changes in day-to-day interactions.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. She and the client discuss goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped in the past. Together they adjust the plan so the methods fit the client’s aims and life circumstances.
Confirm the current session options before booking. The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting meetings into a busy day, easier attendance when travel is difficult, and using shorter check-ins when schedules demand it. These features can make it simpler to keep working on goals and practice new habits between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
17+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with parenting challenges, anger, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, stress, trauma, self-esteem and career concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is goal oriented and practical. She combines shorter-term and longer-term work with concrete steps and homework when helpful.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 17 years of clinical experience as a therapist working with adults on a range of life and relationship issues.
What are her professional credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT - practicing in California.
Which languages are offered in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with her from another country?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.