Kimberly Markley, LMFT, Therapist in Manhattan Beach, California

Kimberly Markley, LMFT, helps individuals and couples across California find stability, healing, and renewed purpose in their lives. She provides a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their challenges, gain insight, and develop practical strategies for lasting change. Kimberly works with teens, adults, and seniors, guiding each person toward improved emotional balance and healthier relationships through evidence-based and compassionate care. Kimberly’s clinical focus includes helping clients navigate complex emotional experiences related to anxiety, depression, and trauma. She integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to support meaningful progress and emotional resilience. Her approach emphasizes self-compassion, mindfulness, and the development of tools that empower clients to face life’s difficulties with greater confidence and clarity. Deeply passionate about helping individuals who have been recently discharged from psychiatric hospitals or are participating in court-ordered treatment, Kimberly offers a grounded and nonjudgmental space to promote recovery and personal growth. She understands that these experiences often come with overwhelming emotions and life adjustments, and she works collaboratively with each client to build stability, improve coping skills, and foster hope during times of transition. In addition to her specialized work, Kimberly supports diverse populations including first responders, military members and veterans, and the LGBTQ+ community. She also provides couples therapy for those seeking to rebuild trust, enhance communication, or navigate major life transitions together. Outside of her practice, Kimberly enjoys wellness and fitness activities, reading thrillers, spending time with her family and dog, and relaxing at the beach. Her balanced approach to life mirrors the guidance she offers her clients—encouraging both self-care and personal growth.