Photograph of Desiree Aiko De Pace, Licensed Clinician

Desiree Aiko De Pace

She/Her
Desiree
is a therapist at Two Chairs.
"Desiree De Pace, LMFT, is deeply motivated by helping individuals reclaim their sense of agency, self-worth, and emotional balance. With over 18 years of experience in behavioral and mental health, she brings a compassionate yet direct approach to therapy — one that blends evidence-based techniques with genuine human connection. Her clinical style is integrative, drawing from Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), and Psychodynamic Therapy. She tailors each session to meet her clients where they are — whether they are working through trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, or identity challenges. Desiree creates a collaborative and safe therapeutic space grounded in cultural competence, inclusion, and equity. She works with individuals across diverse backgrounds, including children, teens, adults, elders, and LGBTQ+ clients. Her goal is to help clients find clarity, resilience, and a renewed sense of self — even in life’s most difficult moments."

Outside of her clinical work, Desiree values creativity, mindfulness, and connection. She enjoys exploring new cuisines, traveling, camping, fishing, hiking, and spending quality time with family and friends. She also prioritizes self-care practices that keep her grounded — from reflective writing and yoga to immersing herself in nature or a good book.

License Information

Education and Experience

  • "Owner / Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist at The Therapist Near Me
  • Marriage & Family Therapist at Telemed2U
  • Marriage & Family Therapist at Kaiser Permanente
  • Marriage & Family Therapist at Feelings and Rainbows
  • Adolescent Outpatient Therapist at Phoenix House California
  • Care Manager at Cerebral, Inc.
  • Program Director at PCS Family Services
  • Parent Coordinator, Social Skills Facilitator, & ABA Therapist at Autism Learning Partners
  • Marriage & Family Therapist (Intern) at Rowland Unified School District
  • Children’s Program Intern at Human Options, Inc.
  • Masters of Science in Clinical Psychology, California State University, Fullerton
  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Social Behavior, minor in Education, University of California, Irvine — summa cum laude"

Modalities

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Mindfulness
Motivational Interviewing
PTSD/Trauma Treatment
Psychodynamic
Seeking Safety
Somatic Therapies
Substance Use Treatment

Clinical Issues

ADHD
Anxiety
Autism
Personality Issues
Postpartum Mood Disorders
Psychosis
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Substance use
Transgender
Trauma and PTSD

Specialties

Anger Management
Burnout
Chronic Illness
Chronic Pain
Cultural or racial identity
Divorce
Family Issues
Gender or Sexual Identity
Grief
Imposter Syndrome
Infidelity
Intimate Partner Violence
Men's Issues
Open Relationships/ Polyamory
Relationships
Role Transitions
Self Esteem
Sex/Intimacy
Sexual Assault
Spirtuality
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Values and Goals
Women's Issues
Work or Careers