Chalysa Burleson

Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT)

Available for both in-person and telehealth therapy services.

About

I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist committed to supporting individuals and couples as they heal, grow, and rediscover their strengths. My focus is on trauma and complex trauma, and I provide a collaborative, supportive environment where clients can work through difficult experiences at a pace that feels right for them.

Before starting in private practice, I spent over five years as a Registered Behavior Technician working with children on the autism spectrum. I have also worked with individuals facing homelessness and those navigating substance use, mood disorders, and personality disorders. These experiences have shaped my compassionate, systems-aware approach to care.

Training & Modalities

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Certified

  • Solution Focused Therapy

  • Internal Family Systems

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

  • Relational Therapy

  • Sandplay Therapy

  • Grief

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

  • Somatic therapy training

Treatment Approach

I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) into my clinical work. While these evidence-based modalities inform my practice, my approach remains person-centered. I see clients as the experts of their own experiences and focus on creating a therapeutic environment that is safe, collaborative, and empowering.

My aim is for therapy to feel meaningful and approachable, combining clinical care with a human, relational touch.

Fees & Insurance

Individual Sessions: $185

Couple Sessions: $275

Sliding scale: contact us to apply if you may be eligible

Insurance coverage varies by clinician.

Most clinicians accept major insurance plans including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and Kaiser.

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Education

Pepperdine University — Malibu, California
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology

Fresno Pacific University — Fresno, California
Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Development

Ready to take the next step?

If you feel this clinician may be a good fit, we invite you to request a consultation. Our team will review your inquiry and help you take the next step toward getting the support you need.