Gema Diaz, LMFT
Many young adults—especially first-generation individuals—carry a quiet mix of anxiety, pressure, and unresolved family wounds. You might be navigating cultural expectations, managing everyone’s needs, or trying to break patterns that have been passed down for generations. If you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, you’re not alone.
I integrate Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
(EMDR), Cognitive Behavior Therapy CBT, attachment-focused work, and culturally affirming practices. As a first-gen, bilingual therapist myself, I understand the pressure of holding multiple worlds at once. My approach is grounded in cultural nuance, deep compassion, and a commitment to creating a space where you don’t have to translate your experience—you can simply be you.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Emotional Regulation Gender Identity Grief and Loss Immigration Stress Perfectionism Relationship Issues Religion or Spirituality Self-esteem Social Anxiety Social Isolation Stress Stress from Academics Trauma & PTSDInsurance & Payment
In-Network Insurance Plans
Gema Diaz, LMFT is in network for the following plans:
Aetna Anthem Blue Cross Blue Cross Blue Shield Cigna and EvernorthNPI Number
1134390610Rates
| First session | $175 |
| Ongoing sessions | $175 |
Locations
Suite 201B
Yorba Linda, CA 92887
Treatment Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Attachment-based Client-Centered / Rogerian Therapy (CCT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Compassion Focused Culturally Sensitive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) EMDR Insight Therapy Internal Family Systems (IFS) Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) Motivational Interviewing Person-Centered Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Trauma FocusedModalities
IndividualsAge Groups
Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)Communities
First-Gen Immigrants International LGBQ+ Neurodiverse People of Color Trans non-binary gender fluidMeeting Options
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 8
- License(s): CA-125783
More About Me
- Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
- Race(s): Latina
- Gender(s): Cisgender
- Sexual Orientation(s): Straight