Caitlin R. Burgess, JD, MA, LMFT

Professional Clinical, Legal, and Forensic Services

Counseling and Psychotherapy in Los Gatos, CA

Podcasts

As a licensed attorney in California and Washington and as a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with a multi-state practice in California, Colorado, Washington, Texas, and Florida, providing therapeutic counseling and legal and forensic services in family law as well as legal and ethical guidance in marriage and family therapy, I’m finding myself sought out as a public speaker and expert in the following fields: Psychotherapy, Court-involved therapy, child custody, domestic violence, mediation, disruptive behaviors in children and teens, criminal law matters including Mental Health Diversion, parenting concerns, separation/divorce, and in family law matters where a child is resisting or refusing contact with a parent or caregiver post-divorce/separation.

For press inquiries, please contact me at info@caitlinburgess.com.

You can check out some of my podcast appearances below.

Bridging the Gap: Law, Therapy & Justice

Minor’s Counsel in Family Law: What Parents Should Know

Private Judges in Family Law: When They Make Sense and What Parents Should Know

The Therapist as an Expert Witness: What Parents and Attorneys Should Understand

When Therapy Is Court-Ordered: Expectations, Boundaries, and Common Misunderstandings

The Google Custody Problem: Bad Advice, Online Myths, and Mistakes That Hurt Texas Parents

Interstate Custody Disputes: Texas, California, and Which Court Has Authority?

How Parents Can Reduce Screen Dependence During Divorce and Family Transitions

Why Divorce and Family Conflict Can Worsen Screen Dependence in Children

The 4 Skills That Help Families Manage High-Conflict Divorce

How Parents’ High-Conflict Emotions Spread to Children in Divorce

Trauma-Informed Parenting Plans: Building Schedules That Help Children Feel Safe

Parallel Parenting: A Structured Approach When Co-Parenting Isn’t Working

Parenting Coordination vs. Co-Parenting Counseling: Understanding the Difference

High-Conflict Custody Cases: How Courts and Clinicians Work to Protect Children

What Courts Look for in a Child Custody Evaluation

Domestic Violence and the Legal System: How Therapists and Courts Can Work Together

When a Child Resists a Parent: Breaking Down “Resist/Refuse Dynamics”

Understanding Court-Involved Therapy: What It Is and Why It Matters

"Ms. Burgess is in an exceptional league of her own. She is not only therapist but attorney, and if you are in need of someone who understands the extremely challenging path of litigation and custody through family courts, she is by far and above the most qualified therapist I have ever met."
– Divorced Mother of Two

Caitlin R. Burgess, JD, MA, LMFT
2025-01-15T09:41:47-08:00
"Ms. Burgess is in an exceptional league of her own. She is not only therapist but attorney, and if you are in need of someone who understands the extremely challenging path of litigation and custody through family courts, she is by far and above the most qualified therapist I have ever met."– Divorced Mother of Two

"I have been navigating a long and difficult family law process, and just when I began to feel like no one truly cared, I was referred to Caitlin Burgess. She has been an absolute pleasure to work with. Caitlin is not only kind, compassionate, and professional, but she also takes the time to listen and fully understand the complexities of my situation to provide the best possible guidance. Her dual licensure in both California and Washington have been invaluable in my case."
– Divorced Father of Six

Caitlin R. Burgess, JD, MA, LMFT
2025-01-15T09:42:57-08:00
"I have been navigating a long and difficult family law process, and just when I began to feel like no one truly cared, I was referred to Caitlin Burgess. She has been an absolute pleasure to work with. Caitlin is not only kind, compassionate, and professional, but she also takes the time to listen and fully understand the complexities of my situation to provide the best possible guidance. Her dual licensure in both California and Washington have been invaluable in my case."– Divorced Father of Six

"Caitlin Burgess is an excellent therapist! Her compassionate and insightful approach creates a safe space where I feel truly heard and understood. She has an incredible ability to break down complex issues and offer practical, yet empathetic, guidance."
– Divorced Mother of Four

Caitlin R. Burgess, JD, MA, LMFT
2025-01-15T09:44:07-08:00
"Caitlin Burgess is an excellent therapist! Her compassionate and insightful approach creates a safe space where I feel truly heard and understood. She has an incredible ability to break down complex issues and offer practical, yet empathetic, guidance."– Divorced Mother of Four

"I can only make positive comments about Caitlin Burgess's approach to counseling and therapy, particularly in Family Court matters. She's extremely professional and passionate about her work and helping people heal and transform their lives. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Caitlin to anyone, especially when it comes to Family Court matters pertaining to child custody, and complex issues surrounding trauma and neglect."
– Anonymous Father

Caitlin R. Burgess, JD, MA, LMFT
2025-01-15T09:45:03-08:00
"I can only make positive comments about Caitlin Burgess's approach to counseling and therapy, particularly in Family Court matters. She's extremely professional and passionate about her work and helping people heal and transform their lives. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Caitlin to anyone, especially when it comes to Family Court matters pertaining to child custody, and complex issues surrounding trauma and neglect."– Anonymous Father

"She will always do what's best for her clients. She will never gouge you with fees, and will fight opposing counsel with compassionate logic that sooner or later will break them down. I call her the Mahatma Gandhi of divorce attorneys."
– Joey, Divorced Father of One

Caitlin R. Burgess, JD, MA, LMFT
2025-01-15T09:45:57-08:00
"She will always do what's best for her clients. She will never gouge you with fees, and will fight opposing counsel with compassionate logic that sooner or later will break them down. I call her the Mahatma Gandhi of divorce attorneys."– Joey, Divorced Father of One

"An absolute Gem in Family Law!"
– Bridget, Divorced Mother of Four

Caitlin R. Burgess, JD, MA, LMFT
2025-01-15T09:46:38-08:00
"An absolute Gem in Family Law!"– Bridget, Divorced Mother of Four

"She is an amazing person, highly competent, extremely professional, honest, and a woman of the highest integrity who will fight for the truth at any cost. She is just a stellar attorney with a heart."
– Anonymous Mother of Two

Caitlin R. Burgess, JD, MA, LMFT
2025-01-15T09:47:17-08:00
"She is an amazing person, highly competent, extremely professional, honest, and a woman of the highest integrity who will fight for the truth at any cost. She is just a stellar attorney with a heart."– Anonymous Mother of Two

"I came to Ms. Burgess with a difficult family law/custody situation. She took the time to listen and understand the complexity of the issues and we worked collaboratively to solve the problem. Her knowledge and insight into the family law court system were invaluable. Her focus is the best interest of the child. I could not have achieved such a successful outcome without her!"
– Peggie, Divorced Mother of Two

Caitlin R. Burgess, JD, MA, LMFT
2025-01-15T09:48:04-08:00
"I came to Ms. Burgess with a difficult family law/custody situation. She took the time to listen and understand the complexity of the issues and we worked collaboratively to solve the problem. Her knowledge and insight into the family law court system were invaluable. Her focus is the best interest of the child. I could not have achieved such a successful outcome without her!"– Peggie, Divorced Mother of Two

"ETHICAL ANGEL – A true gem."
– Divorced Mother of Two

Caitlin R. Burgess, JD, MA, LMFT
2025-01-15T09:48:51-08:00
"ETHICAL ANGEL – A true gem."– Divorced Mother of Two

"Caitlin Burgess offers the highest quality of care for clients seeking therapy and forensic services. As a clinician myself, I regularly refer clients to Caitlin because I trust they will be in good, caring and competent hands. I can't recommend her work highly enough!"
– Jaclyn Long, LMFT

Caitlin R. Burgess, JD, MA, LMFT
2025-01-15T09:50:45-08:00
"Caitlin Burgess offers the highest quality of care for clients seeking therapy and forensic services. As a clinician myself, I regularly refer clients to Caitlin because I trust they will be in good, caring and competent hands. I can't recommend her work highly enough!"– Jaclyn Long, LMFT

"Caitlin is an intelligent advocate who ... has a comprehensive understanding of family dynamics for child custody issues and because of her expertise in this area has accurately predicted outcomes that have saved her clients unnecessary legal fees, time and heartache."
– Mylene Ansari, Family Law Attorney

Caitlin R. Burgess, JD, MA, LMFT
2025-01-15T09:51:39-08:00
"Caitlin is an intelligent advocate who ... has a comprehensive understanding of family dynamics for child custody issues and because of her expertise in this area has accurately predicted outcomes that have saved her clients unnecessary legal fees, time and heartache."– Mylene Ansari, Family Law Attorney

"Caitlin Burgess is highly competent and professional, with abundant experience not only as a licensed marriage and family therapist, but as a practicing family law attorney as well. Her integrity is unmatched in both fields, and ... I would happily refer anyone (families, adult individuals, adolescents, and children) to her care."
– Jason Esswein, M.S., LMFT

Caitlin R. Burgess, JD, MA, LMFT
2025-01-15T09:52:43-08:00
"Caitlin Burgess is highly competent and professional, with abundant experience not only as a licensed marriage and family therapist, but as a practicing family law attorney as well. Her integrity is unmatched in both fields, and ... I would happily refer anyone (families, adult individuals, adolescents, and children) to her care."– Jason Esswein, M.S., LMFT
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Caitlin R. Burgess, JD, MA, LMFT