- Family and parenting
- Stress and anxiety
- Self-esteem work
About Monique
Monique Templeton Poe is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California with eight years of clinical experience. She focuses on helping people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, family conflict, low self-esteem, and depression. Her style centers on listening closely and building on each person’s strengths.
Monique believes clients are the experts on their own stories. She helps people identify what is working, and what gets in the way, then supports practical steps forward. Conversations tend to be straightforward and goal-focused, with attention to improving communication and daily coping skills.
She often works on issues around self-love, motivation, and finding life purpose. Forgiveness and repairing strained connections are also common topics. Sessions address how thoughts and habits affect mood and relationships, and then explore small, manageable changes.
Monique draws from evidence-based therapeutic techniques to shape sessions that feel relevant to everyday life. She aims to make the work clear and usable so people can try changes between meetings. Progress is usually tracked in simple, measurable ways to keep goals in view.
Taking the first step can feel hard, and Monique says she respects that courage. Her approach is collaborative - she partners with each person to set realistic goals and adjust the plan as needed.
How evidence-based methods fit into online therapy
Monique uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to shape sessions that help with mood and relationship concerns. These approaches focus on changing unhelpful thoughts and building practical skills so daily life feels more manageable. They are suited to stress, anxiety, depression, communication problems, and building self-esteem.Two common approaches she draws on are cognitive techniques and skill-building work. Cognitive techniques help people spot and shift patterns of thinking that worsen anxiety or low mood. Skill-building work focuses on practical tools - for example, communication strategies or step-by-step plans to increase motivation and self-care.
Choosing the right approach is a shared process. Monique collaborates with each person to match methods to their goals and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress is made. That way therapy stays relevant and focused on what matters most to the client.
If you prefer online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking because formats were not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time so therapy slots can work around work or family commitments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Monique address?
She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflict, and low self-esteem, plus related topics like communication, forgiveness, life purpose, and self-love.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and straightforward. Sessions focus on listening, identifying strengths, and trying practical steps that fit daily life.
What is her professional background?
Monique has eight years of professional work experience in therapy settings where she supported people with mood and relationship concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and practices in California.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
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?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.