Dr. Virginia Farfan
Licensed Psychologist | Psy.D.
Supervised By: Dr. Ronit Farzam, PSY 23819
Client Focus
Teenagers
Older Adults
Individuals In Crisis
Anxiety Management
Young Adults
Specialties
Life Transitions
Depression Treatment
Trauma Recovery
Attachment Issues
Adjustment Difficulties
Stress Management
Treatment Methods
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Person-Centered Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT)
Dr. Farfan brings specialized expertise in trauma-focused therapy, utilizing evidence-based approaches like TF-CBT to help clients process traumatic experiences while building resilience and coping skills.
Her empathetic yet gently challenging therapeutic style creates a safe space for exploration while encouraging clients to expand their perspectives and develop healthier thought patterns.
With experience spanning teenagers to older adults, Dr. Farfan adapts her approach to meet the unique developmental needs and life circumstances of clients across the lifespan.
"'The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination. The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.' — Carl Rogers. My hope is that clients will feel less symptomatic, experience relief, and develop the ability to manage and cope with their symptoms while embracing the ongoing process of growth and self-acceptance."
- Dr. Virginia Farfan
Dr. Virginia Farfan is a Licensed Psychologist who creates a compassionate therapeutic environment where individuals across the lifespan can find relief from emotional distress and develop effective coping strategies.
With specialized expertise in depression, anxiety, and trauma recovery, she works particularly well with teenagers, young adults, and older adults who are navigating difficult life circumstances. Dr. Farfan's approach is characterized by deep empathy and gentle challenge, helping clients process their experiences while softly expanding their perspectives and ways of thinking.
Her therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and psychodynamic principles. This comprehensive framework allows her to address both immediate symptoms and underlying patterns that contribute to emotional distress. Dr. Farfan's methodology is grounded in person-centered principles, reflecting her belief in Carl Rogers' philosophy that acceptance of oneself creates the foundation for meaningful change. She skillfully balances empathetic understanding with gentle therapeutic challenges that promote growth and healing.
With a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.), Dr. Farfan brings extensive clinical training and experience working with individuals across all age groups. Her specialized background includes working with clients experiencing trauma, attachment issues, depression, and anxiety, providing her with deep understanding of how these interconnected issues impact mental health and daily functioning. Her education and clinical experience have equipped her with the versatility to adapt her approach to meet the unique developmental and situational needs of each client.
Dr. Farfan's therapeutic philosophy is beautifully captured in her embrace of Carl Rogers' wisdom: "The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination. The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." This perspective informs her patient, process-oriented approach to therapy, where she helps clients find relief from symptoms while developing lasting skills for managing life's challenges.