- CBT techniques
- Gottman Method
- Client-Centered work
About Jonathan
Jonathan Trost is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California with 37 years of clinical experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, anger, career strain, and coping with life changes, including social anxiety and phobia.
He uses a straightforward, person-focused way of working. Sessions center on what the client brings each week and on practical steps to handle day-to-day challenges. Jonathan listens for patterns that keep worries or anger repeating and helps people try different responses in real situations.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one tool he commonly uses to break unhelpful thought and behavior cycles. The Gottman Method informs his work around relationship issues and communication habits. Client-Centered Therapy guides how he structures sessions so the client’s perspective leads the process.
People often come for help with panic attacks, body-image concerns, chronic pain or illness, guilt, shame, or stress at work. In sessions he focuses on manageable goals - for example, reducing the grip of a panic attack, improving a difficult conversation, or finding calmer ways to react to anger.
Jonathan asks practical questions at the start so sessions match each person’s situation. He stays focused on actionable steps and on skills that can be practiced between meetings. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first appointment.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client’s own perspective and priorities, helping conversations stay centered on what matters most to the person in the room. This approach supports exploring feelings and deciding practical next steps together.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Online sessions can include structured exercises to try between meetings, such as tracking anxious thoughts or practicing exposure steps for panic or social anxiety.
The Gottman Method concentrates on communication patterns and rebuilding interaction habits in close relationships. In online work it can mean practicing new conversation skills and problem-solving tasks in real time and reporting back on how they went.
Choosing the right mix of methods is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with the client to identify goals and then test which approaches fit best. That collaborative process helps shape session focus and homework tasks.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow people to join from a location that works for them. Some formats also let sessions be shorter or rely less on video when that better matches someone’s needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
37+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, anger, career issues, and coping with life changes, including social anxiety and phobia.
What is his therapy style like?
He works in a person-focused, practical way and centers sessions on the client’s concerns and goals. Expect a mix of listening, skill practice, and concrete steps to try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 37 years of professional experience working with people on a range of issues from anxiety to relationship concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LMFT licensed in California and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first appointment.