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Online therapist

Raymond Hommes

Practical support for relationship and life changes

Credentials
LMFT
Experience
28 years
Licensed in
California
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Raymond

Raymond Hommes is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people facing relationship strain, anger, career stress, and major life changes. He frames the first session as a chance to listen and understand what matters most to each person. Raymond emphasizes practical steps and steady support so parents and caregivers can find clearer paths forward.

He brings 28 years of professional experience across a variety of settings. That work has included practice in Asia and Africa as well as with diverse communities in the United States.

Background and approach

Those experiences shaped his attention to cultural differences and to the ways life transitions show up differently for different people. Raymond centers sessions on collaboration. He treats clients as the experts on their own lives and looks for each person’s existing strengths.

Together he and the client choose a course of action aimed at clear, achievable goals rather than abstract ideas. In meetings he focuses on listening carefully, identifying patterns that cause pain, and offering practical skills for communication and managing strong emotions. He addresses topics such as communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, and isolation or loneliness.

Therapy with Raymond is straightforward and goal oriented. He supports work on forgiveness, self-worth, and coping strategies for panic and mood difficulties. He also brings experience with multicultural concerns, prejudice and discrimination, and recovery from sexual assault and abuse.

Sessions are offered in English and Raymond is available to work with international clients. He practices in California as a CA LMFT 33621 and aims to make the process clear and manageable for people seeking change.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit busy lives

Raymond draws on evidence-based techniques that focus on real-life change. One common approach he uses involves teaching communication skills and problem-solving so people can reduce conflict and speak more clearly with others. This method helps with relationship strain, communication problems, and control issues.

He also emphasizes emotion regulation strategies that teach ways to manage anger, panic, or strong mood shifts. These tools include simple breathing and grounding exercises and step-by-step ways to notice and change unhelpful reactions, which can be useful for panic attacks, mood difficulties, and overwhelming stress.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He partners with each person to choose techniques that match their goals, preferences, and life situation. That teamwork helps ensure the plan is practical and feels doable.

Online therapy offers flexibility for people managing busy schedules or distance barriers. Raymond provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging so sessions can fit into the day. Those options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to practice new skills between meetings, while keeping treatment accessible across locations.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with relationship strain, family concerns, anger, career challenges, and coping with life changes, along with related issues like communication problems, guilt and shame, and isolation.
What is his general therapy style?
Sessions are collaborative and practical, focusing on listening, spotting unhelpful patterns, and teaching concrete skills for communication and emotion management.
How much experience does he have?
He has 28 years of professional experience across varied settings in multiple countries and with diverse communities.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a licensed marriage and family therapist with California LMFT number 33621 and practices in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he is able to work with international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

  • Relationship issues
  • Family conflicts
  • Anger management
Experience
28 years
Licensed
California
Languages
English

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