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Cristian Iordan, LMFT

California LMFT for relationships and trauma
  • CBT DBT and EFT informed
  • English and Romanian
  • Video phone chat messaging

About Cristian Iordan

Cristian Iordan is a California-licensed LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) with 15 years of clinical experience. Trained at Loma Linda University and ordained as a minister, he has worked in both outpatient and inpatient settings with adolescents and adults facing a wide range of mental health concerns. His practice includes work with anxiety and depression, support for medical professionals, premarital counseling, and issues that intersect with spirituality and religion.

Cristian approaches therapy with a practical, effort-oriented mindset. He likens therapeutic work to a disciplined workout - it can feel challenging and sometimes frustrating, yet consistent effort tends to lead to meaningful relief and increased resilience. He accompanies people through the demanding parts of change while helping them recognize the calmer, more restorative outcomes that follow.

Curious about how life shapes identity, Cristian values the adaptive capacities of the mind and encourages clients to explore pathways to transformation. He integrates clinical training and spiritual sensitivity when appropriate, helping individuals and families navigate transitions, relationship struggles, trauma-related concerns, and other life challenges with steady, compassionate guidance.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Cristian Iordan have?

Cristian Iordan has 15 years of clinical experience.

Is Cristian Iordan a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. His license is CA LMFT 103968.

In which languages does Cristian Iordan provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English and Romanian.

Where is Cristian Iordan located?

He is located in California.

How can I work with Cristian Iordan as my therapist?

You can work with Cristian Iordan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Cristian Iordan work with international clients?

Yes, he works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Cristian Iordan cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is practical and skills-based, often used for anxiety, depression, and stress management to help people build clearer thinking patterns and coping strategies.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy, or EFT, concentrates on emotions and relational patterns. It helps people and couples understand attachment needs and respond to one another in ways that promote connection and healing, making it useful for relationship and intimacy-related concerns.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Cristian collaborates with each person to assess their needs, goals, and preferences and to decide which methods or combination of methods will be most helpful. This collaborative stance allows therapy to remain flexible and tailored to real-life concerns.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy or geographically dispersed people. Video calls and phone sessions recreate face-to-face conversations, while live chat and text-based messaging provide additional options for checking in and processing between sessions. These formats increase accessibility and scheduling flexibility, enabling consistent therapeutic work in ways that fit daily life.

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