Therapists in 95037
You know those thoughts that say "I'm not worthy," or "I'm not good enough?" It is time to remember that you are a human first, and that you deserve to have space to feel safe in exploring the most authentic version of yourself and realize that is way more than "not good enough."
You know those thoughts that say "I'm not worthy," or "I'm not good enough?" It is time to remember that you are a human first, and that you deserve to have space to feel safe in exploring the most authentic version of yourself and realize that is way more than "not good enough."
My ideal client is someone who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about how to move forward—but who is also curious, thoughtful, and open to growth. They might be navigating challenges in relationships, struggling with anxiety or self-doubt, exploring identity, or carrying the weight of past experiences that still impact them. I want to help provide that space where you can feel comfortable being who you are.
My ideal client is someone who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about how to move forward—but who is also curious, thoughtful, and open to growth. They might be navigating challenges in relationships, struggling with anxiety or self-doubt, exploring identity, or carrying the weight of past experiences that still impact them. I want to help provide that space where you can feel comfortable being who you are.
At Brave Soul Therapy, we offer inclusive online therapy for adults and teens (16+) across California. We support clients navigating life transitions, trauma, addiction recovery, anxiety, depression, and grief. Our therapists have experience working with individuals in 12-step recovery, veterans and first responders, and those healing from religious trauma. We also welcome clients from marginalized communities, including LGBTQ+, BIPOC, neurodivergent, and disabled individuals. We strive to create a safe, welcoming space where you can be seen, supported, and empowered.
At Brave Soul Therapy, we offer inclusive online therapy for adults and teens (16+) across California. We support clients navigating life transitions, trauma, addiction recovery, anxiety, depression, and grief. Our therapists have experience working with individuals in 12-step recovery, veterans and first responders, and those healing from religious trauma. We also welcome clients from marginalized communities, including LGBTQ+, BIPOC, neurodivergent, and disabled individuals. We strive to create a safe, welcoming space where you can be seen, supported, and empowered.
My name is Kyra Dotter. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California with over 15 years of experience working with individuals, children, and families. My expertise comes from a background in child welfare and forensic investigations. Currently, my area of practice is with individual adults aged 18 and older. What I love most about being an LCSW is helping folks feel unconditionally accepted as human beings whose lives and experiences matter. I use a supportive, humanistic, trauma-sensitive approach while applying elements of Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, and Dialectical Behavioral models.
My name is Kyra Dotter. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California with over 15 years of experience working with individuals, children, and families. My expertise comes from a background in child welfare and forensic investigations. Currently, my area of practice is with individual adults aged 18 and older. What I love most about being an LCSW is helping folks feel unconditionally accepted as human beings whose lives and experiences matter. I use a supportive, humanistic, trauma-sensitive approach while applying elements of Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, and Dialectical Behavioral models.
Judith Seehafer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT, EMDR, CPTT
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Are you confused about yourself or your relationships? Are you feeling guilty about mistakes you've made? I believe that mistakes can be embraced and learned from. Are you a competent individual who knows you are not quite your "best self" right now? Are you lacking energy, losing interest in the things you've loved doing? Are relationships, problems or addictions causing you pain? I have specialized training in treating the trauma women experience in relationship with partners with sexual addiction. I look forward to meeting you and discovering together what changes you can make to become the person you always hoped to be.
Are you confused about yourself or your relationships? Are you feeling guilty about mistakes you've made? I believe that mistakes can be embraced and learned from. Are you a competent individual who knows you are not quite your "best self" right now? Are you lacking energy, losing interest in the things you've loved doing? Are relationships, problems or addictions causing you pain? I have specialized training in treating the trauma women experience in relationship with partners with sexual addiction. I look forward to meeting you and discovering together what changes you can make to become the person you always hoped to be.
I believe in creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, develop healthy coping strategies, and work towards meaningful change. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or past trauma, I am here to support you on your journey. My goal is to provide you with a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported. If you are ready to take the first step towards healing and growth, I invite you to reach out and schedule a session. I look forward to working with you and supporting you on your path to well-being.
I believe in creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, develop healthy coping strategies, and work towards meaningful change. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or past trauma, I am here to support you on your journey. My goal is to provide you with a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported. If you are ready to take the first step towards healing and growth, I invite you to reach out and schedule a session. I look forward to working with you and supporting you on your path to well-being.
Allow me to offer you a safe place to begin to tell your story of pain, loss, and worry. You will be listened to and validated; learning and developing new, updated coping skills to begin your healing process. It's possible to move forward with positive change & resolutions. I will guide you through the process of healing with support for change. Allow yourself to heal, re-claim your life and connect with yourself.
Allow me to offer you a safe place to begin to tell your story of pain, loss, and worry. You will be listened to and validated; learning and developing new, updated coping skills to begin your healing process. It's possible to move forward with positive change & resolutions. I will guide you through the process of healing with support for change. Allow yourself to heal, re-claim your life and connect with yourself.
I work with clients who desire help managing their anger, anxiety and depression by teaching them effective coping strategies. Substance use can sometimes interfere with coping efforts and I work with these issues as well. I also specialize in weight loss techniques for individuals who might have this concern and may be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
I work with clients who desire help managing their anger, anxiety and depression by teaching them effective coping strategies. Substance use can sometimes interfere with coping efforts and I work with these issues as well. I also specialize in weight loss techniques for individuals who might have this concern and may be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
You’re tired of pretending to be someone you’re not just to get through the day. You feel like no one truly understands you—and even when you try to explain, it comes out wrong. You're exhausted from masking, from analyzing every social interaction, from trying to "pass" in a world that wasn't built for your brain. Deep down, you wonder if being your full self means being alone forever. If you're neurodivergent, late-diagnosed, or navigating life with BPD, you deserve a space where you don’t have to explain or shrink yourself. You belong here, exactly as you are.
You’re tired of pretending to be someone you’re not just to get through the day. You feel like no one truly understands you—and even when you try to explain, it comes out wrong. You're exhausted from masking, from analyzing every social interaction, from trying to "pass" in a world that wasn't built for your brain. Deep down, you wonder if being your full self means being alone forever. If you're neurodivergent, late-diagnosed, or navigating life with BPD, you deserve a space where you don’t have to explain or shrink yourself. You belong here, exactly as you are.
I am trained in several evidence based treatments including; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Seeking Safety, Trauma Focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), Managing and Adapting Practice (MAP), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Incredible Years (IY) and Secret Agent Society (SAS).
I am trained in several evidence based treatments including; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Seeking Safety, Trauma Focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), Managing and Adapting Practice (MAP), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Incredible Years (IY) and Secret Agent Society (SAS).
Hello, my name is Mecah Paris, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am passionate about how therapy has changed and improved my life and hope it can do the same for you. My approach to therapy is one of person-centered care. I would like to collaborate with you to create a safe space for you to be free to express your thoughts and feelings, free of judgment. Life is difficult at times and change can feel overwhelming. I look forward to walking with you on this journey. My clients are individuals and couples who struggle with Anxiety, Depression, and experiences of trauma.
Hello, my name is Mecah Paris, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am passionate about how therapy has changed and improved my life and hope it can do the same for you. My approach to therapy is one of person-centered care. I would like to collaborate with you to create a safe space for you to be free to express your thoughts and feelings, free of judgment. Life is difficult at times and change can feel overwhelming. I look forward to walking with you on this journey. My clients are individuals and couples who struggle with Anxiety, Depression, and experiences of trauma.
My name is Sonia Vaquera and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Bakersfield, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults (couples/families) and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, family relationships, couples therapy, relapse prevention using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic, family systems, interpersonal, motivational interviewing, person-centered approach, and behavioral therapy to help my clients make progress and take charge with better leadership in their own lives.
My name is Sonia Vaquera and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Bakersfield, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults (couples/families) and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, family relationships, couples therapy, relapse prevention using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic, family systems, interpersonal, motivational interviewing, person-centered approach, and behavioral therapy to help my clients make progress and take charge with better leadership in their own lives.
My name is Joe Ninomiya, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) working with a wide variety of clients throughout California via telehealth. My clients range from children to adults of all ages. I am able to assist with each stage of life. Whether it be Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, traumatic brain injury, or adjustment to disability.
My name is Joe Ninomiya, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) working with a wide variety of clients throughout California via telehealth. My clients range from children to adults of all ages. I am able to assist with each stage of life. Whether it be Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, traumatic brain injury, or adjustment to disability.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming — maybe even scary — but you’re not alone in this. I deeply believe in the healing power of therapy and in your ability to grow, even when life feels hard. I’m here to walk with you through the tough stuff, offering support, compassion, and tools to help you feel more grounded and connected to yourself. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and truly seen — not judged. I show up as a real person in the room: warm, present, and fully human. You don’t have to have it all figured out before coming in. You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be you.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming — maybe even scary — but you’re not alone in this. I deeply believe in the healing power of therapy and in your ability to grow, even when life feels hard. I’m here to walk with you through the tough stuff, offering support, compassion, and tools to help you feel more grounded and connected to yourself. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and truly seen — not judged. I show up as a real person in the room: warm, present, and fully human. You don’t have to have it all figured out before coming in. You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be you.
My therapeutic style is authentic and interactive. I love creating a safe space for my clients to process their thoughts, feelings, and emotions without shame or judgement. I provide empathy, support, psycho-education, encouragement and validate my clients feelings and unique life experiences. I work with my clients on healing from past trauma while making connections from their past to present thoughts, feelings and behaviors. I see my clients through an attachment lens and believe we all deserve love and are wired for connection.
My therapeutic style is authentic and interactive. I love creating a safe space for my clients to process their thoughts, feelings, and emotions without shame or judgement. I provide empathy, support, psycho-education, encouragement and validate my clients feelings and unique life experiences. I work with my clients on healing from past trauma while making connections from their past to present thoughts, feelings and behaviors. I see my clients through an attachment lens and believe we all deserve love and are wired for connection.
When you, or your family are ready for change (or wish you were ready for change), I would like to provide psychotherapy assistance to you with compassion and motivation. Many clients seek me out due to my background with EMDR, trauma resolution, PTSD, couples counseling, personal growth, life transitions, 12 Step Recovery, anxiety, depression, parenting and relationship challenges. Trauma resolution is my greatest interest, and I am still amazed at how fragile/yet strong each of us are. I emphasize a whole person approach which includes: recommending support groups, spiritual growth, coping & restructuring feelings and thoughts.
When you, or your family are ready for change (or wish you were ready for change), I would like to provide psychotherapy assistance to you with compassion and motivation. Many clients seek me out due to my background with EMDR, trauma resolution, PTSD, couples counseling, personal growth, life transitions, 12 Step Recovery, anxiety, depression, parenting and relationship challenges. Trauma resolution is my greatest interest, and I am still amazed at how fragile/yet strong each of us are. I emphasize a whole person approach which includes: recommending support groups, spiritual growth, coping & restructuring feelings and thoughts.
Pet Loss & Animal Companion Grief Therapy / Losing a beloved pet can feel devastating and deeply lonely. The bond we share with animals is real and meaningful, yet pet grief is often misunderstood or minimized by others. You may feel overwhelming sadness, guilt about difficult medical or end-of-life decisions, or the painful quiet that follows the loss of a constant companion. Pet grief can bring waves of emotion — sadness, regret, anger, or even questioning whether you did the right thing.
Pet Loss & Animal Companion Grief Therapy / Losing a beloved pet can feel devastating and deeply lonely. The bond we share with animals is real and meaningful, yet pet grief is often misunderstood or minimized by others. You may feel overwhelming sadness, guilt about difficult medical or end-of-life decisions, or the painful quiet that follows the loss of a constant companion. Pet grief can bring waves of emotion — sadness, regret, anger, or even questioning whether you did the right thing.
You’ve been holding it together for everyone else, but inside, it’s a different story. You’re angry, anxious, or shut down—barely sleeping, snapping at people you care about, and feeling disconnected from who you used to be. Maybe you're facing changes you never expected, like adapting to life with blindness or another disability. You’re avoiding intimacy, struggling in public or social situations, and questioning past and future decisions. Whether you're a veteran, first responder, or just tired of carrying it all alone—you know something needs to change.
You’ve been holding it together for everyone else, but inside, it’s a different story. You’re angry, anxious, or shut down—barely sleeping, snapping at people you care about, and feeling disconnected from who you used to be. Maybe you're facing changes you never expected, like adapting to life with blindness or another disability. You’re avoiding intimacy, struggling in public or social situations, and questioning past and future decisions. Whether you're a veteran, first responder, or just tired of carrying it all alone—you know something needs to change.
Megan Mills
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
You feel stuck and don’t know what to do next, wishing you could stay in bed forever. What used to be easy now feels overwhelming. Your deepest fear is that you’re inherently bad, defective, "too much," unworthy, or unlovable. You might feel alone, isolated, frightened, angry, lost, or even enraged. If you’re queer, trans, gender nonbinary, neurodivergent, disabled, chronically ill, fat, or bigger-bodied, you’re welcome here. If you struggle with depression, anxiety, bereavement, disordered eating, or body image issues—no matter your age or if you’re seeking “outside help”—you belong. You are the expert on your own experience.
You feel stuck and don’t know what to do next, wishing you could stay in bed forever. What used to be easy now feels overwhelming. Your deepest fear is that you’re inherently bad, defective, "too much," unworthy, or unlovable. You might feel alone, isolated, frightened, angry, lost, or even enraged. If you’re queer, trans, gender nonbinary, neurodivergent, disabled, chronically ill, fat, or bigger-bodied, you’re welcome here. If you struggle with depression, anxiety, bereavement, disordered eating, or body image issues—no matter your age or if you’re seeking “outside help”—you belong. You are the expert on your own experience.
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Number of Therapists in 95037
90+
Average cost per session
$182
Therapists in 95037 who prioritize treating:
| 90% | Anxiety |
| 90% | Social Anxiety |
| 90% | Health Anxiety |
| 90% | Driving Anxiety |
| 85% | Depression |
| 75% | Self Esteem |
| 74% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 81% | Aetna |
| 54% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 51% | Optum |
How Therapists in 95037 see their clients
| 54% | In Person and Online | |
| 46% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 74% | Female | |
| 23% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |