Troika Jackson-Grillo , LMFT

Troika Jackson-Grillo is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 12 years of professional experience. She has focused much of her work on supporting people as they cope with grief and loss, helping them develop practical ways to manage intense emotions and navigate life transitions.

Troika approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, affirming that each person is the expert on their own story and that existing abilities and resilience can be mobilized to address current challenges. She recognizes that starting therapy can take courage and honors the decision to reach out for support, guiding clients with compassion and steady clinical attention as they take those first steps.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Troika Jackson-Grillo draws from several established therapeutic approaches to meet different client needs. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationship patterns shape emotional responses and attachment needs - it can be helpful for people working on abandonment, attachment issues, or recurring relationship difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client's own perspective and strengths, offering a supportive, nonjudgmental space that can aid self-esteem, decision-making, and personal growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress and improve coping, often used for mood concerns, impulsivity, and problem-solving.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Troika works together with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most useful in session, adjusting methods as progress unfolds to find the best fit for each person.

Online therapy with Troika is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, make it easier to maintain continuity of care across busy lives, and allow clients to engage in therapy from locations that suit their needs.