Jennifer Buer

LMFT

California

Compassionate therapist focused on practical change

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At a glance

Credentials

LMFT

License

LMFT, California / 50351

NPI

1447415864

Experience

10 years

Languages

English

Location

California

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.

1. • Person-centered care
   • Motivation-focused work
   • Practical skills

   About Jennifer

   Jennifer Buer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 10 years of clinical experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and the strain of life changes. She also supports individuals navigating family conflict and motivation challenges. Jennifer aims to make the first steps into therapy feel manageable and respectful.

   Jennifer’s approach is direct and person-centered. She creates a calm space where people can talk openly about what’s worrying them. Sessions focus on practical next steps and on building small skills that make daily life easier. She listens for what matters most to each person and adapts the work around those priorities.

   Her work draws from several evidence-based methods. Jennifer uses tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people accept difficult thoughts and refocus on valued action. She applies techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns. Motivational Interviewing is used to strengthen a person’s own reasons for change and to increase commitment to goals.

   Over a decade of practice has given her experience with a range of common life struggles. Clients can expect a respectful, nonjudgmental tone and clear options for small changes between sessions. Jennifer encourages people to move at their own pace while working toward tangible improvements.

   If you are thinking about starting therapy, select the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire to schedule a session according to therapist availability.

2. How Jennifer Brings Therapeutic Approaches Online

   Jennifer uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change and to build motivation one step at a time. This approach is useful when someone feels stuck or unsure about making a change and wants to clarify what matters to them.
   
   She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without getting driven by them, and then taking action that aligns with personal values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and to practice new ways of responding that reduce distress.
   
   Picking the right approach is part of the work. Jennifer will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before to decide together which methods to try. The plan can change as progress is made and new priorities emerge.
   
   Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, cut down travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Many people appreciate being able to schedule sessions around work, school, or family commitments while still accessing licensed professionals and a structured treatment plan.

4. Areas of expertise

   Primary focus

   Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

   Therapeutic approaches

   Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

   Experience

   10+ years

   Listed in

   California

   Languages

   English

5. Frequently asked questions

   What concerns does this therapist address?

   She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, family conflict, and coping with life changes.

   How would you describe the therapy style?

   Therapy is person-centered and collaborative, with a focus on practical steps and building skills that help in day-to-day life.

   What is Jennifer's professional background?

   Jennifer has 10 years of professional work experience in clinical settings and brings that experience to her practice.

   What credentials and location are listed?

   She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, licensed in California.

   Which languages are supported for sessions?

   Sessions are offered in English.

   Are international clients accepted for remote work?

   International clients are not currently accepted.

   How is cost handled for sessions?

   Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

   How do I begin the process of working together?

   Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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