AUTHOR

Rod Louden LMFT

Private Practice

Licensing & Certifications:

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California

Professional Background

Rod Louden, a narrative cognitive behavioral therapist, has dedicated over two decades to guiding individuals and couples through life’s challenges. With a solution-focused approach, Rod believes in empowering clients to become adept problem solvers, leading to a life characterized by positive states of mind rather than fear or anxiety.

Through trust and collaboration, Rod works with clients to establish clear goals and create a roadmap for progress. By introducing new tools and insights tailored to each individual, he helps clients achieve meaningful change and move towards happiness and success. Rod’s commitment is to support clients as they navigate their journey towards personal growth and fulfillment.

Professional Affiliation:

Member of California Association of Marriage & Family Therapists (CAMFT)

Education:

Masters in Counseling Psychology from the Antioch University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Colorado

Areas of Focus

Rod specializes in helping individuals and couples overcome life’s challenges by combining the skills of narrative therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. His work emphasizes creating clear goals, developing a roadmap, and introducing new tools and insights to foster happiness and success.

Rod Louden’s areas of focus include:

Couples counseling
Anxiety
Depression
Substance abuse
Overcoming creative blocks
Sexual abuse

Featured Articles

Cycles of Anxiety What It Is & How to Break It

Cycle of Anxiety: What It Is & How to Break It

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Emotional Blackmail: Examples, How it Works & How to Handle It

Emotional blackmail is a manipulative tactic in which one party uses the other person’s vulnerabilities as a way to try to control their behavior.

November 10, 2023

17 Anxiety Exercises to Help You Relax

Struggling with anxiety? These 17 simple, science-backed exercises and worksheets can help you feel calmer and more in control anytime, anywhere.

May 8, 2025

10 Benefits of Nature on Mental Health

The benefit of nature on our mental health is enormous. The natural world positively affects the brain and nervous system, allowing for increased relaxation, decreased anxiety, and improved self-esteem. Spending any time in nature can substantially enhance well-being.

October 12, 2023