- Grief and loss
- Parenting support
- Self-esteem work
About Raoul
Dr. Raoul Kaufman is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in California with 40 years of clinical experience. He helps people facing grief, eating and body image struggles, parenting pressures, low self-esteem, and motivation or life-purpose questions. He meets people where they are and works to make change feel possible and manageable.
Dr. Kaufman uses a practical, person-focused approach. He listens first, then helps set clear goals and small steps toward them. Therapy sessions combine talking, reflection, and exercises people can use between visits. He frames challenges as solvable problems rather than fixed traits.
His practice draws on multiple therapeutic approaches. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify unhelpful thinking and try out new behaviors. Existential ideas help people reflect on values, meaning, and choices. Mindfulness practices are offered to build awareness and calm in daily life.
Clients can expect respectful and steady support while working on issues such as caregiver stress, chronic illness concerns, attachment questions, fatherhood issues, and loneliness. Dr. Kaufman also supports those struggling with commitment worries, communication challenges, guilt or shame, and first responder stresses.
He creates individualized plans rather than one-size-fits-all protocols. Progress is tracked through clear goals and regular review. People who want to start are invited to use the site process to match and schedule a first appointment.
How therapeutic approaches fit into online care
Dr. Kaufman often combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy to help people change unhelpful thinking and build steady habits. CBT focuses on spotting thought patterns that lead to stressful behavior and testing new responses. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve day-to-day coping.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk through your goals and preferences and suggest which methods to try first. Adjustments are made over time based on what helps most for your situation.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by reducing travel time and allowing workday breaks or evening appointments. It also lets people use shorter check-ins when that suits a schedule and relies less on high-bandwidth connections when needed. Discuss timing and format during the matching and scheduling steps to find an arrangement that fits daily routines and therapy goals.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?
Dr. Kaufman supports people dealing with grief, eating and body-image concerns, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, and coaching around life direction.
How would sessions feel day to day?
Sessions focus on listening, setting clear goals, and trying practical steps between meetings. Conversations mix reflection with exercises tailored to each person.
How much experience does this clinician have?
He has 40 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of issues including caregiver stress, chronic illness, and communication problems.
What are the therapist's credentials and location?
He is an LMFT licensed in California and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with this therapist?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How much do sessions cost and how are they billed?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.