Therapists in 93023
I specialize in supporting adults who are navigating trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.
In our first few sessions, you can expect to build a therapeutic connection, gain insight into both your present and past experiences, and acquire practical skills to manage mental health symptoms. I am committed to helping you cultivate lasting change and emotional well-being.
I specialize in supporting adults who are navigating trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.
In our first few sessions, you can expect to build a therapeutic connection, gain insight into both your present and past experiences, and acquire practical skills to manage mental health symptoms. I am committed to helping you cultivate lasting change and emotional well-being.
Throughout our life we experience changes, transitions, and milestones that challenge us, provoke reflection, and sometimes stop us in our tracks. My work is dedicated to honoring these moments and working collaboratively to turn potential obstacles into opportunities for insight. Inspired by compassion-focused therapy, my goal is to offer a space which invites thoughtful self-examination, devoid of shame, judgement and self-criticism. Through this honest practice, you will be able to identify, seek and strengthen the connections that empower you.
Throughout our life we experience changes, transitions, and milestones that challenge us, provoke reflection, and sometimes stop us in our tracks. My work is dedicated to honoring these moments and working collaboratively to turn potential obstacles into opportunities for insight. Inspired by compassion-focused therapy, my goal is to offer a space which invites thoughtful self-examination, devoid of shame, judgement and self-criticism. Through this honest practice, you will be able to identify, seek and strengthen the connections that empower you.
Whether you’re a person struggling to meet your full potential, a parent hoping to see your child thrive, or a family working to repair broken relationships, good therapy can result in growth and lasting change. It takes courage to be willing to honestly look at ourselves. It takes a safe, open and non-judgmental space, as well as an experienced therapist to make that work possible. As a licensed professional therapist, this is the work I do. My approach is open and straightforward, scientifically-based and customized to meet your needs.
Whether you’re a person struggling to meet your full potential, a parent hoping to see your child thrive, or a family working to repair broken relationships, good therapy can result in growth and lasting change. It takes courage to be willing to honestly look at ourselves. It takes a safe, open and non-judgmental space, as well as an experienced therapist to make that work possible. As a licensed professional therapist, this is the work I do. My approach is open and straightforward, scientifically-based and customized to meet your needs.
I am dedicated to helping individuals reconnect with their inner guidance, build self-compassion, and cultivate safety and regulation within the body and nervous system. Specializing in trauma-informed care, I assist clients to deepen into a state of wholeness. Through a gentle, collaborative approach, I guide clients in exploring the unconscious mind to heal and integrate fragmented parts of the self. I believe that working with, rather than against, the unconscious mind is essential for uncovering the path toward lasting mental health.
I am dedicated to helping individuals reconnect with their inner guidance, build self-compassion, and cultivate safety and regulation within the body and nervous system. Specializing in trauma-informed care, I assist clients to deepen into a state of wholeness. Through a gentle, collaborative approach, I guide clients in exploring the unconscious mind to heal and integrate fragmented parts of the self. I believe that working with, rather than against, the unconscious mind is essential for uncovering the path toward lasting mental health.
My passion is working with couples. I am a PACT Level 2 Couples Therapist and I have received extensive training from the Couples Institute in Menlo Park. Studying with Stan Tatkin PhD and Ellyn Bader PhD have given me the extra education to help couples. My sessions are two hours. I find the extra time makes all the difference in how productive and useful each session can be.
My passion is working with couples. I am a PACT Level 2 Couples Therapist and I have received extensive training from the Couples Institute in Menlo Park. Studying with Stan Tatkin PhD and Ellyn Bader PhD have given me the extra education to help couples. My sessions are two hours. I find the extra time makes all the difference in how productive and useful each session can be.
I believe as humans we have a fundamental need to be heard in our pain and seen in our goodness. Therapy offers a dedicated space to explore who you are, attend to the parts of yourself that are hurting, and nurture growth in areas that need change. As your therapist, I will empower you to build self-compassion and understanding, and support you in finding meaning and fulfillment.
I believe as humans we have a fundamental need to be heard in our pain and seen in our goodness. Therapy offers a dedicated space to explore who you are, attend to the parts of yourself that are hurting, and nurture growth in areas that need change. As your therapist, I will empower you to build self-compassion and understanding, and support you in finding meaning and fulfillment.
Hi! I am Lacee and I am interested in helping you cultivate a more loving and understanding relationship with yourself and the world around you. I primarily do this through exploring your story and helping shift perspective through “psychospiritual” understanding. I believe our own misunderstanding of our hurt supports us in hurting our selves and others, and that all individual and collective difficulties stem from this truth. Exploring things from a psychospiritual perspective is what I have seen work most effectively in my many years of doing this work. I believe therapy is centered in care and in service, not aimed at a cure.
Hi! I am Lacee and I am interested in helping you cultivate a more loving and understanding relationship with yourself and the world around you. I primarily do this through exploring your story and helping shift perspective through “psychospiritual” understanding. I believe our own misunderstanding of our hurt supports us in hurting our selves and others, and that all individual and collective difficulties stem from this truth. Exploring things from a psychospiritual perspective is what I have seen work most effectively in my many years of doing this work. I believe therapy is centered in care and in service, not aimed at a cure.
Are you a young adult (18-35) feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure about what comes next? Life transitions—like starting or finishing college, changing careers, or navigating relationships—can feel like a lot to handle. Maybe you’re stuck in self-doubt, struggling with imposter syndrome, or feeling like anxiety is calling the shots. Perhaps you’re grieving a past version of yourself or the life you once imagined. If any of this resonates, you’re not alone—I’m here to help you find clarity, confidence, and a sense of control in your life.
Are you a young adult (18-35) feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure about what comes next? Life transitions—like starting or finishing college, changing careers, or navigating relationships—can feel like a lot to handle. Maybe you’re stuck in self-doubt, struggling with imposter syndrome, or feeling like anxiety is calling the shots. Perhaps you’re grieving a past version of yourself or the life you once imagined. If any of this resonates, you’re not alone—I’m here to help you find clarity, confidence, and a sense of control in your life.
Being human means navigating the complexities of the unknown—often facing feelings of uncertainty and overwhelm. Therapy offers a unique opportunity to pause, reflect and turn inward at your own pace, furthering your understanding of your purpose. Trust is key and deepens over time through the connection that is built upon our collaboration. Together, we will gently explore your past, uncover meaningful insights and transform self-limiting beliefs as you further reclaim your resilience. You are worthy of the life you envision and all of you is welcome here.
Being human means navigating the complexities of the unknown—often facing feelings of uncertainty and overwhelm. Therapy offers a unique opportunity to pause, reflect and turn inward at your own pace, furthering your understanding of your purpose. Trust is key and deepens over time through the connection that is built upon our collaboration. Together, we will gently explore your past, uncover meaningful insights and transform self-limiting beliefs as you further reclaim your resilience. You are worthy of the life you envision and all of you is welcome here.
Are you neurodivergent? Experience anxiety and depression? Have a history of trauma? Or possibly have a chronic illness (eg., long COVID, etc.)? It's possible to feel safe in your body, to hear your soul's deepest truths, and to engage with the world fully embodied. When change is desired, the psychotherapy process transforms overwhelming fears, frustrations, and responsibilities into guides that keep us enlivened by our authentic path. I am here to journey with you; to help you create a place for your most sacred aspects of self so that you can feel safely connected to yourself, to others, and to the world.
Are you neurodivergent? Experience anxiety and depression? Have a history of trauma? Or possibly have a chronic illness (eg., long COVID, etc.)? It's possible to feel safe in your body, to hear your soul's deepest truths, and to engage with the world fully embodied. When change is desired, the psychotherapy process transforms overwhelming fears, frustrations, and responsibilities into guides that keep us enlivened by our authentic path. I am here to journey with you; to help you create a place for your most sacred aspects of self so that you can feel safely connected to yourself, to others, and to the world.
I am a supportive, empathic and solution oriented therapist allowing the client to be where they are in the present moment in a safe space to be vulnerable and explore their authentic self to elicit change in behaviors, thoughts and feelings.
I am a supportive, empathic and solution oriented therapist allowing the client to be where they are in the present moment in a safe space to be vulnerable and explore their authentic self to elicit change in behaviors, thoughts and feelings.
Our relationships - particularly our romantic partnerships and pursuits - are one of the most powerful places for personal transformation. But often, that's not what it feels like. Whether you are looking for new love or have been in a relationship for years - when challenges come up, opportunity is not the first word that comes to mind . It's hard. It's triggering. It's painful. And no matter how smart or insightful you are, it can feel like a dead end. It's easy to wonder: Is love and fulfilling partnership really possible at all?
Our relationships - particularly our romantic partnerships and pursuits - are one of the most powerful places for personal transformation. But often, that's not what it feels like. Whether you are looking for new love or have been in a relationship for years - when challenges come up, opportunity is not the first word that comes to mind . It's hard. It's triggering. It's painful. And no matter how smart or insightful you are, it can feel like a dead end. It's easy to wonder: Is love and fulfilling partnership really possible at all?
The ideal client is one that is willing to do the work, willing to make daily changes within their lives to achieve goals set for themselves.
The ideal client will have issues, needs and goals to evolve mentally, spiritually, and in knowledge.
The ideal clients wants to be their best self, their highest self knowing it is possible to live the life they want.
The ideal client is one that is willing to do the work, willing to make daily changes within their lives to achieve goals set for themselves.
The ideal client will have issues, needs and goals to evolve mentally, spiritually, and in knowledge.
The ideal clients wants to be their best self, their highest self knowing it is possible to live the life they want.
What you seek is also seeking you" - Rumi In a world that seems to be ever more divided, unsafe, and chaotic, it can sometimes feel hard to believe that the peace and fulfillment you want can be found. And yet you are worthy of it. We have the right and power to alchemize suffering into strength, joy, wisdom, and peace. Let therapy unlock the wisdom your heart holds for finding the sense of self, relationships, and life you long for. The world is waiting for you. "Because you are alive, everything is possible." -Thich Nhat Hanh
What you seek is also seeking you" - Rumi In a world that seems to be ever more divided, unsafe, and chaotic, it can sometimes feel hard to believe that the peace and fulfillment you want can be found. And yet you are worthy of it. We have the right and power to alchemize suffering into strength, joy, wisdom, and peace. Let therapy unlock the wisdom your heart holds for finding the sense of self, relationships, and life you long for. The world is waiting for you. "Because you are alive, everything is possible." -Thich Nhat Hanh
I see clients IN-PERSON or on ZOOM. I believe in meeting my client where they're at. I am here to help guide you to the answers you seek, assisting you with any hurts, habits, or hang-ups. I have a true desire to help you be the best version of yourself and fully support whatever journey you may be on. I provide a holistic approach in which the mind, body, and soul are all addressed and how they work together.
I see clients IN-PERSON or on ZOOM. I believe in meeting my client where they're at. I am here to help guide you to the answers you seek, assisting you with any hurts, habits, or hang-ups. I have a true desire to help you be the best version of yourself and fully support whatever journey you may be on. I provide a holistic approach in which the mind, body, and soul are all addressed and how they work together.
Do you feel more comfortable outdoors than in a therapy office or zoom call? Same. I provide walk and talk therapy sessions at local Ventura County parks and trails, using trauma-informed care and social justice frameworks. This means assessing your individual needs, providing choices for different potential paths towards mental health goals, and working together to set the pace and structure of therapy. My clients have diverse experiences and seek to make changes where they’ve felt stuck, while acknowledging systemic barriers. I often support folks in strengthening their self awareness, confidence, and communication skills.
Do you feel more comfortable outdoors than in a therapy office or zoom call? Same. I provide walk and talk therapy sessions at local Ventura County parks and trails, using trauma-informed care and social justice frameworks. This means assessing your individual needs, providing choices for different potential paths towards mental health goals, and working together to set the pace and structure of therapy. My clients have diverse experiences and seek to make changes where they’ve felt stuck, while acknowledging systemic barriers. I often support folks in strengthening their self awareness, confidence, and communication skills.
Im passionate about helping women like you who are navigating the complexities of life, yearning to find ease, contentment and joy. My clients’ issues are multifaceted, ranging from emotional upheavals and stress, women’s health issues, parenting, relationships and questioning life purpose and fulfillment. You likely are seeking support not just to cope but to thrive amidst these challenges.
Im passionate about helping women like you who are navigating the complexities of life, yearning to find ease, contentment and joy. My clients’ issues are multifaceted, ranging from emotional upheavals and stress, women’s health issues, parenting, relationships and questioning life purpose and fulfillment. You likely are seeking support not just to cope but to thrive amidst these challenges.
Are you finding yourself frustrated from having yet another disagreement with your spouse or children about the challenges in your relationship? Or perhaps you look around at your family and feel sad that you aren’t connecting the way you used to. Maybe you have children who can be moody, anxious, or seem depressed and you don’t know why or how it came to be this way. You would like support and some extra tools in your toolbox to handle the family stress and are in dire need of some relief.
Are you finding yourself frustrated from having yet another disagreement with your spouse or children about the challenges in your relationship? Or perhaps you look around at your family and feel sad that you aren’t connecting the way you used to. Maybe you have children who can be moody, anxious, or seem depressed and you don’t know why or how it came to be this way. You would like support and some extra tools in your toolbox to handle the family stress and are in dire need of some relief.
Hi, I’m Dr. Melissa Mercedes, a licensed clinical psychologist. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or feel like your mental health is getting in the way of living the life you want, you’re not alone. My goal is to help you reconnect with yourself, heal, and find balance. I specialize in working with clients who are navigating trauma, PTSD, struggling with substance use, or dealing with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. I take a personalized, holistic approach to therapy. My work blends evidence-based techniques with mindfulness practices. Each technique guides you toward healing in a way that feels grounded and real.
Hi, I’m Dr. Melissa Mercedes, a licensed clinical psychologist. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or feel like your mental health is getting in the way of living the life you want, you’re not alone. My goal is to help you reconnect with yourself, heal, and find balance. I specialize in working with clients who are navigating trauma, PTSD, struggling with substance use, or dealing with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. I take a personalized, holistic approach to therapy. My work blends evidence-based techniques with mindfulness practices. Each technique guides you toward healing in a way that feels grounded and real.
I am a psychotherapist and a bodyworker combining both to shift patterns that prevent aliveness and potency. I use touch, breath and movement to kindle personal creativity and spiritual evolution. Together we open a doorway into the unknown where mysterious forces help us to transform what no longer serves life. We access a safe and grounded space where slowing down increases the power of awareness. Getting to know yourself in this way means that the experience of the present moment and it’s possibility take the lead, and the story drops to the side. My clients need to have a strong sense of self to receive bodywork.
I am a psychotherapist and a bodyworker combining both to shift patterns that prevent aliveness and potency. I use touch, breath and movement to kindle personal creativity and spiritual evolution. Together we open a doorway into the unknown where mysterious forces help us to transform what no longer serves life. We access a safe and grounded space where slowing down increases the power of awareness. Getting to know yourself in this way means that the experience of the present moment and it’s possibility take the lead, and the story drops to the side. My clients need to have a strong sense of self to receive bodywork.
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Number of Therapists in 93023
100+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in 93023 who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 79% | Relationship Issues |
| 76% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 70% | Life Transitions |
| 66% | Grief |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 70% | Aetna |
| 47% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
| 45% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in 93023 see their clients
| 81% | In Person and Online | |
| 19% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 84% | Female | |
| 16% | Male |