Elicet Gonzalez, PsyD, AMFT
Location: Montebello, California, Telehealth Statewide
Position: Lead Marriage and Family Therapist
License: Doctor of Psychology, (PsyD.) & Masters as a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #147665
Specialties
• Neurodiverse Couples Therapy
• Autism Informed Couples and Family Therapy
• Reunification Therapy and Court Ordered Family Reunification
• High Conflict Coparenting and Parenting Support
• Child and Family Therapy
• Autism and Developmental Differences in Children
• Behavioral and Emotional Challenges in Children
• DIR Floortime Informed Therapy
• Play Therapy with Children, with Over 20 Years of Experience
• Trauma and PTSD
• Anxiety and Emotional Overwhelm
• Depression and Mood Concerns
• Relationship and Marital Challenges
• Attachment and Family Relationship Concerns
• Family Dynamics and Relational Conflict
• Parent Child Relationship Support
Experience & Training
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Person-Centered Thinking and Planning
• Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF CBT)
• Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy
• Person Centered Thinking and Planning
• Quiroz Bridge Method™ Reunification Therapy Training
• Court Involved Reunification Therapy Training
• High Conflict Coparenting Interventions
• BIFF® Communication Training for High Conflict Family Systems
• Couples Therapy Training
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Solution Focused Brief Therapy
• Person Centered Therapy
• Family Systems Therapy
• Attachment Based Therapy
• Trauma Informed Care
• Child Centered Play Therapy
• Parent Child Relationship Interventions
• Behavioral Interventions for Children and Adolescents
• Emotional Regulation and Coping Skills Interventions
• Neurodiversity Affirming Couples and Family Therapy
• Parenting and Coparenting Interventions
Education
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Marriage and Family Therapy, Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Master’s Degree in Counseling, Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Minor in Spanish
San Diego State University
About
Specializing in Relationship Issues, Child Behaviors, Reunification, and Family Dynamics.
I provide therapeutic support to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families navigating emotional, relational, and family challenges. My areas of clinical focus include relationship concerns, child behavioral and emotional needs, trauma, anxiety, depression, parenting support, and complex family dynamics.
In my work with couples, I support partners experiencing communication difficulties, emotional disconnection, recurring conflict, trust concerns, parenting disagreements, and relationship stress. My goal is to help couples better understand one another, strengthen communication, and create healthier patterns of connection.
I also work with children and families experiencing parent child relationship strain, estrangement, high conflict coparenting, and court ordered reunification therapy. These situations can involve complex emotions and longstanding family stress, and I approach them with a child centered, attachment informed, and trauma responsive perspective.
My therapeutic approach incorporates family systems, attachment based, cognitive behavioral, solution focused, person centered, and play based interventions. I am committed to providing culturally responsive and inclusive care that supports meaningful growth, healthier relationships, and greater emotional well being.
Off the Clock
Outside of her clinical work, Elicet enjoys spending quality time with her family, hiking, taking walks, reading, journaling, and listening to music. She is also deeply committed to community service and regularly volunteers and tutors. These meaningful experiences ground her and reflect her belief in the power of connection, compassion, and lifelong growth.
Connect with Elicet
Call or Text | Book a Free 10-Minute Consultation | Book an Appointment with Elicet
Frequently Asked Questions About Elicet Gonzalez
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Elicet works with children, couples, and families in Montebello & Newport Beach, CA. Whether navigating developmental challenges, trauma, anxiety, or family conflict, Elicet offers a compassionate and culturally responsive space grounded in structure, connection, and evidence-based care. Her integrative approach supports individuals, couples, and families in healing, building skills, and fostering meaningful growth at every stage of life.
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Yes, Elicet is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), which means she is pre-licensed and works under clinical supervision as she completes her licensure hours. This allows clients to receive high-quality care that is collaborative, trauma-informed, and often more affordable.
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The Couples Therapy and Reunification Counseling is a private-pay practice. We are happy to provide superbills or assist you in exploring reimbursement options through your insurance’s out-of-network benefits.
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Clients who work well with Elicet are often navigating big emotions, developmental challenges, life transitions, or relational strain and are looking for a therapist who is steady, compassionate, and grounded. Whether you are processing trauma, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, or struggling to communicate with a partner or family member, Elicet offers a calm, culturally responsive, and collaborative space to work through it. She is especially attuned to clients who seek both emotional insight and practical tools and who value feeling truly seen and heard in the therapy room.
Visit Our Mental Health Clinic
Book Appointment:
Monday - Friday: 9AM – 6PM
Saturday: 8AM - 4PM
Sunday: Closed
Clinic Hours:
Directions:
MONTEBELLO
NEWPORT BEACH
🚨 Important Notice: Emergency Situations 🚨
If you are experiencing a crisis, feeling unsafe, or need immediate assistance, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
For mental health emergencies, you can also contact:
📞 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Dial 988 (Available 24/7)
📞 National Domestic Violence Hotline – 1-800-799-7233
📞 Crisis Text Line – Text HELLO to 741741
Our practice does not provide emergency services. If you need immediate help, please seek emergency support.