Therapists in 91401

Hi, my name is Keren, and I am a licensed therapist working virtually in California! If you are finding yourself struggling with your mood, anxiety, have a history of trauma, or have struggles such as perfectionism, imposter syndrome, or high stress, I may be the right therapist for you! In a therapy session with me, clients will have the space to process their past, their day to day life, as well as learn healthy coping skills to deal with symptoms and hardships. I emphasize the importance of building insight and gaining self awareness, while also respecting the pace of each and every client.

I have been working in the field of autism spectrum disorders since the late 1980’s, I have worked with the full expression of the spectrum and hold as a core belief that my job is not to make you “not autistic”, but to help you gain the insight/skills/coping techniques you seek. I see my clients as part of a system, and thus will work with parents, schools, other therapists, psychiatrists and others to ensure continuity of care. In addition to psychotherapy, I conduct diagnostic evaluations and school observations. I have provided trainings all over the world to clinicians and educators alike.

The courageous step of embarking on an experience of bettering one’s life is not easily done. I truly am honored to be a part of that process. In a collaborative approach I help guide Clients to work through the many reasons they arrive to therapy. Clients seem to have a very clear goal of bettering their lives, and I strive to make this happen by helping clients free themselves to use tools learned years into the future. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with varying presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, marginalized oppression, relationship issues and addiction.

Hello! If you are exploring mental health treatment, you may be experiencing some difficulties in your life, and you're looking for help you sort through things, I want to help. Let me tell you a little about myself to help you decide if I may be a good fit for you. My name is Liliana Huichapan, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in California. I have over 17 years of professional experience, including Trauma, abuse, and criminal justice systems, both pre-trial and post-conviction. I've been providing psychotherapy for a wide range of issues and populations for the last 17 years in the following capacity:

I specialize in developmental skill acquisition, early intervention, functional communication, social skills and addressing maladaptive behavior. Sessions are focused on skill building opportunities that occur within the natural environment and routine. Resources and materials are provided as needed - including visual supports, activities, and learning materials.

My name is Kelly Smarkel, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Sacramento, California, and I work with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. I utilize Talk Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help clients gain greater insight and understanding to make progress toward their goals and start to feel better. Through my educational background and lived experience, I can relate to many issues that often take the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and feeling lost or hopeless.

I specialize in helping individuals and families heal from traumatic and stressful experiences, including adults abused as children, family relationships, narcissistic abuse, hoarding disorder, and family estrangement. You may not know what to expect from therapy, but you know you need to make some changes in your life so you can move forward. Stress, anxiety, and traumatic experiences are highly prevalent in our lives, and sometimes people need help and support in dealing with difficult/stressful situations. I am a trauma therapist specializing in family relationships that involve conflict, abuse, and a cycle of dysfunction.

When a therapist is welcoming and non-judgmental, It is much easier to seek help. I am passionate about working with clients to find more effective communication strategies. There are ways to regulate anger and anxiety and I can help. I can also show you the path toward healing unresolved grief and loss as well as trauma. These issues can keep you from living a healthy life without shame and sadness. You will find my office to be a safe and comfortable setting.

I am licensed as a Clinical Psychologist and as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I am also certified in EMDR. I have many years of experience providing individual, group, and family therapy in different settings. This education, training, and experience has provided the foundation for my clinical work: deep understanding of the problem and underlying issues, accurate assessment, and effective treatment planning using evidence-based treatment practices. Therefore, in my practice, you will experience commitment, caring, and confidence.

Please note: as of 9/9/23 my Cigna contract will expire. I will no longer be paneled with any insurance- I specialize in helping families strengthen their bonds with one another, alleviating parental stress and improving children’s emotional dysregulation symptoms. Common behaviors I can help with: emotional outbursts, rigidity/inflexibility, non-compliance, aggression, tantrums, whining, fighting with siblings, low frustration tolerance, low self-esteem, anxiety, family conflict, difficulties controlling anger, and more! While I often work with parent-child dynamics, I can also provide individual support for kids and adults alike.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I earned a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California. I have worked with people experiencing opioid addiction and helped those who struggled with substance use and their maladaptive coping strategies. In addition, I have had rich experiences working with older adults for many years. In life’s journey, people face many barriers facing mountains to climb and oceans to cross. I wish to help people to break those barriers and develop healthy coping skills to live a successful life. I'm fluent in Korean. 한국어 상담 가능합니다.

I have a sense of humor and I won’t ask you, “How does that make you feel?” all day long. I am more of an active therapist who is truly interested in you getting results in a short-term manner. I don’t see clients for years. My preference is to do the hard work up front, though in a manner where safety and compassion are established as the foundation. I am interested in clients feeling relief as soon as possible and for us to be curious together about finding solutions and identifying new ways of thinking. I walk alongside you, not behind or in front of you. I’m supportive, kind, and passionate about what I do.

Hi, I am Amanda Johnson, LCSW (101426). I approach therapy from a client centered lens. It's important to me that my client's feel safe, heard, and have input in their treatment. I use a Strength Based approach with a variety of other therapeutic modalities to work with many DSM5 diagnosis. Depression, anxiety, attachment, personality disorder, bipolar, and substance abuse are some of my most worked with disorders. Some of the populations I have served are, families that have encountered the CPS system, domestic violence survivors, teens released from psychiatric care, and pre-teens.

Things aren't right. You feel like something is off, but you can't put your finger on it. Maybe your friends and family don't understand, maybe you're so isolated that you feel like you don't have friends or family anymore. You can't concentrate because something- sadness, anxiety, a relationship, loss, a substance - keeps intruding into your thinking. And you may have tried everything you can think of, but this...mood, this feeling, this thing you do that no one can know about, you just can't get over it. You want to feel better, but nothing works. You're not alone. There is help for you.

[NOW ACCEPTING ONLINE/REMOTE CLIENTS] In my opinion, there is nothing more powerful than authentic human connection. The connection built between therapist and client has the ability to foster immense change and growth. As a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist I feel truly honored to be trusted with this responsibility and want nothing more than to create a safe space for my clients to share their stories.

Are you done feeling like you have so much more to offer but don't seem to ever get there? Are you ready to make big changes but need support? Have you survived trauma or addictions and think "I'll never get through this!" I love the moments when my clients break through seeming limitations and realize their unique abilities to reclaim their lives and their visions! Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues or other life struggles, I believe in possibilities. I join with my clients to strengthen their resolve, learn new skills and open to new options for expansion and success.

Sometimes life gets complicated. We all want a life of joy and abundance, free from worry, depression and anxiety, without a need to escape reality or avoid parts of our life. Let's together find the answers and tools you seek and help to move you to the next phase of your life! I strongly believe that deep and lasting change is possible through a mix of psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and mindful therapy.

Ms. Posternak through her training and knowledge, provides clinical services to help people empower themselves to live a fuller life; managing feelings of depression, anxiety, worry, loss, anger, having a better understanding of themselves, increasing their self confidence by learning new tools including problem solving, assertiveness, effective communication, relaxation techniques and anger management skills to enhance daily functioning. "Life is not about surviving the storm, but learning how to dance in the rain..."

Though we seem to be sleeping, there is an inner wakefulness that directs the dream, and will eventually startle us back to the truth of who we are. - Rumi