Lynette Mercado Bartucci, Therapist

Lynette has a particular passion for supporting individuals dealing with trauma, grief, and life transitions. She understands the deep impact of past experiences and works closely with her clients to help them process pain, rebuild their sense of self, and move forward with confidence. With expertise in PTSD, reproductive challenges, and later-life transitions, she tailors therapy to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring they feel heard, valued, and supported.

In her practice, Lynette incorporates evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and family therapy to address a wide range of concerns. She has extensive experience working with diverse populations, including individuals in the LGBTQ+ community, military veterans, and those with developmental disabilities. Her holistic approach fosters self-awareness and growth, helping clients create meaningful and lasting change.

Beyond her clinical work, Lynette is a doctoral student researching self-love and inner healing. She also serves as an adjunct professor at Fresno State and works as a school-based therapist, reinforcing her commitment to mental health advocacy and education. In her free time, she enjoys running a small business focused on therapeutic self-care decks designed to promote self-love, inner growth, and healing.

In addition to my licensure as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I am also a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) for over 20 years. Rehabilitation counseling is a specialized area of practice focused on supporting individuals with disabilities, chronic medical conditions, veterans, and those experiencing barriers related to substance use, trauma, or life transitions. This training emphasizes a holistic, strengths-based approach that integrates mental health counseling with rehabilitation principles, including functional independence, vocational development, and community integration. My CRC background allows me to provide informed support to individuals navigating complex medical, psychological, and social challenges while working toward improved well-being and long-term life stability.