- Grief and loss
- Eating and body image
- Parenting support
About Raoul
Dr. Raoul Kaufman is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 40 years of experience. He helps people facing grief, eating and body-image concerns, parenting questions, low self-esteem, and coaching around life goals. He brings a calm, respectful presence to conversations and treats each person as an individual.
He builds plans that fit each person's situation and values. Sessions focus on clear steps people can try between meetings, alongside space to talk through feelings and meanings. He uses practical tools to change unhelpful thoughts and habits, and also pays attention to deeper patterns that shape behavior.
Clients can expect a blend of short-term problem solving and longer reflection when needed. Mindfulness strategies are offered to help with stress and attention. Goal-focused sessions look to identify small, manageable changes that add up over time.
Dr. Kaufman has worked across many life stages and common struggles, including aging and caregiver stress, chronic illness, commitment and control issues, and isolation. He also addresses fatherhood concerns and challenges faced by first responders. His years in practice inform a steady, experienced approach.
Appointments are based in California and conducted in English. The therapist uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and fees vary by location and scheduling. To begin, users complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions through the platform.
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Kaufman commonly uses cognitive behavioral strategies and mindfulness practices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness Therapy offers simple attention and breathing exercises to reduce stress and improve focus, which can be useful for grief, eating concerns, and low self-esteem.He also draws on existential ideas to help people make sense of life changes and find purpose. That approach invites reflection on values, responsibility, and meaning when facing difficult transitions. Deciding which approaches to use is a collaborative process; the therapist will work with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports continuing care during life changes and lets people practice skills in everyday settings while getting regular feedback from a licensed professional.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
40+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he commonly help with?
He supports people with grief, eating and body-image concerns, parenting challenges, self-esteem, and life coaching. He also addresses related areas like caregiver stress, chronic illness, and loneliness.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style combines practical problem solving with reflective work. Sessions mix action steps, mindfulness practice, and conversations about deeper patterns.
How much experience does this therapist bring?
He has four decades of clinical experience. That background informs his steady, experienced approach to common life challenges.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a California licensed marriage and family therapist, listed as LMFT, and practices in California.
Can people meet with him in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does billing and cost work?
Fees vary with location and scheduling, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to start therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.