Chenda Dyck

Born in Cambodia and fluent in multiple languages, Chenda Dyck, M.S., LMFT brings a unique multicultural perspective to her practice as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her journey from Cambodia to the United States, facilitated by the love and sponsorship of an adoptive American family in 2003, has imbued her work with a deep understanding of cultural transitions and acculturation stress.

Chenda's therapeutic approach is rooted in the Theory of Change framework, guiding clients on a transformative journey from irrational beliefs to rational ones. This process is designed to significantly improve emotional and behavioral functioning, offering clients a path to greater self-awareness and emotional regulation. In her practice, Chenda creates a safe, welcoming, and productive therapeutic environment, underpinned by a philosophy of constructive partnership and unwavering emotional support.

With extensive experience in treating a wide range of mental health challenges, Chenda has developed particular expertise in working with individuals suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. Her practice also extends to helping clients navigate relationship dissatisfaction, phase of life issues, life crises, and racial diversity concerns. This broad spectrum of expertise allows her to offer comprehensive support to clients facing complex, interconnected challenges.

Chenda's educational background is as impressive as it is relevant to her practice. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Pre-Physical Therapy from Fresno Pacific University, providing her with a solid foundation in understanding the mind-body connection. She further honed her therapeutic skills by earning a Master of Science degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling from California State University, Fresno in 2016.

As a multilingual therapist, Chenda offers services in English and Cambodian, with elementary proficiency in Thai and Vietnamese. This linguistic versatility not only enhances her ability to connect with a diverse clientele but also allows her to provide culturally sensitive care, particularly to individuals navigating the complexities of cultural adaptation and identity.