Therapists in Santa Rosa, CA
Maria Avina
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
I provide quality mental health care for diverse populations. As a mental health therapist, I assist many by providing bilingual and bicultural therapy, consultation, coaching, workshops, presentations and more. I have over 20 years of experience working with children, youth and families in Sonoma County and beyond. I work with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, life transitions, work/career changes, intergenerational trauma, the acculturation process and dealing with everyday stressors. I work with adults, children, and families, and have experience with diverse populations including BIPOC.
I provide quality mental health care for diverse populations. As a mental health therapist, I assist many by providing bilingual and bicultural therapy, consultation, coaching, workshops, presentations and more. I have over 20 years of experience working with children, youth and families in Sonoma County and beyond. I work with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, life transitions, work/career changes, intergenerational trauma, the acculturation process and dealing with everyday stressors. I work with adults, children, and families, and have experience with diverse populations including BIPOC.
Bobbi Gay Rose
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
I work with clients ages 14 and up and specialize in working with Trans and Gender Expansive folx. Your journey is uniquely yours and my aim is to meet you where you are on your path as you navigate the twists and turns of life. It is a great honor to get to walk beside you as you find your way to new insights, explore the valleys and peaks, and gather wisdom along the way. I will be there walking beside you every step of your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move towards that which brings you deep fulfillment. You are worthy of love and belonging, both from within and from without.
I work with clients ages 14 and up and specialize in working with Trans and Gender Expansive folx. Your journey is uniquely yours and my aim is to meet you where you are on your path as you navigate the twists and turns of life. It is a great honor to get to walk beside you as you find your way to new insights, explore the valleys and peaks, and gather wisdom along the way. I will be there walking beside you every step of your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move towards that which brings you deep fulfillment. You are worthy of love and belonging, both from within and from without.
Jessica Balderas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
I'm Jessica Balderas, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am beyond passionate about helping people find their ultimate sense of fulfillment and become their best selves. I focus creating on a warm, non-judgmental, genuine vibe in hopes to create a space where clients can let their guard down, be themselves, and start their healing journey.I take a real-world, client-centered approach to therapy, combining elements of relational attachment theory, CBT, solution-focused therapy, and art therapy to create a truly unique and transformative experience.
I'm Jessica Balderas, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am beyond passionate about helping people find their ultimate sense of fulfillment and become their best selves. I focus creating on a warm, non-judgmental, genuine vibe in hopes to create a space where clients can let their guard down, be themselves, and start their healing journey.I take a real-world, client-centered approach to therapy, combining elements of relational attachment theory, CBT, solution-focused therapy, and art therapy to create a truly unique and transformative experience.
Kristine Straub Drawsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95405
Relationship is regulation dependent. Do you suffer from chronic dysregulation? Do you need support with healthy, connected relationship? I can help you find the peace that you long for. I can assist you in giving and receiving the love that gets pushed away, due to dysregulation and pain. I am adopted. I am an adoptive parent, as well as a step parent. I both live and work with intensive treatment special needs children and families. Childhood developmental complex trauma hits hard; relationships need regulated individuals to be safe and enjoyable. Learning to calm down, be mindful, and enjoy life takes practice and skill.
Relationship is regulation dependent. Do you suffer from chronic dysregulation? Do you need support with healthy, connected relationship? I can help you find the peace that you long for. I can assist you in giving and receiving the love that gets pushed away, due to dysregulation and pain. I am adopted. I am an adoptive parent, as well as a step parent. I both live and work with intensive treatment special needs children and families. Childhood developmental complex trauma hits hard; relationships need regulated individuals to be safe and enjoyable. Learning to calm down, be mindful, and enjoy life takes practice and skill.
Pat Mitchell
CHT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
I work with clients who want to resolve childhood trauma, quit smoking or other undesirable habits. Also clients who have anxiety, depression, phobias or were subjected to sexual molestation and PTSD, can be helped through hypnotherapy. Hypnotherapy can help to heal and change the negative programs from childhood and adult trauma too. Freud, Adler, and Jung used hypnosis. All the great founders in the field of psychology used hypnosis because it had proven its effectiveness. Hypnotherapy is unique because by going to the core problem it can quickly help you heal emotional wounds and have a new, more positive life.
I work with clients who want to resolve childhood trauma, quit smoking or other undesirable habits. Also clients who have anxiety, depression, phobias or were subjected to sexual molestation and PTSD, can be helped through hypnotherapy. Hypnotherapy can help to heal and change the negative programs from childhood and adult trauma too. Freud, Adler, and Jung used hypnosis. All the great founders in the field of psychology used hypnosis because it had proven its effectiveness. Hypnotherapy is unique because by going to the core problem it can quickly help you heal emotional wounds and have a new, more positive life.
June Taylor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
If you are looking for a therapist that sits quietly occasionally asking "how you feel"? Then I'm not for you. I am an interactive, honest and caring person specializing civilian, military, Vets and family issues, PTSD, TRAUMA anxiety, Ocd , hidden wounds, Alcohol and internet addiction, grief & loss to name a few. I Create a partnership together, work through whatever problems you have. I have over 30 years doing what I love; witnessing my clients find self -acceptance & esteem, feel empowered and laugh again! Therapy has ALWAYS been my passion and purpose! Call for a free 15 minute phone consultation.
If you are looking for a therapist that sits quietly occasionally asking "how you feel"? Then I'm not for you. I am an interactive, honest and caring person specializing civilian, military, Vets and family issues, PTSD, TRAUMA anxiety, Ocd , hidden wounds, Alcohol and internet addiction, grief & loss to name a few. I Create a partnership together, work through whatever problems you have. I have over 30 years doing what I love; witnessing my clients find self -acceptance & esteem, feel empowered and laugh again! Therapy has ALWAYS been my passion and purpose! Call for a free 15 minute phone consultation.
Amanda Berney
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95403 (Online Only)
Currently Accepting New Clients I work with adults of all ages, identities and cultural backgrounds for individual, couples, and adult family therapy. Each stage in life brings new challenges. I support clients who are struggling with general life stressors, adjusting to new life circumstances, struggling with mood and anxiety, dealing with traumatic experiences, problematic substance use, family conflict and relationships in general. I also provide guidance for self-exploration leading to personal growth. Therapy focuses on discovering how your past experiences contribute to where you are now, and helps you see your way forward.
Currently Accepting New Clients I work with adults of all ages, identities and cultural backgrounds for individual, couples, and adult family therapy. Each stage in life brings new challenges. I support clients who are struggling with general life stressors, adjusting to new life circumstances, struggling with mood and anxiety, dealing with traumatic experiences, problematic substance use, family conflict and relationships in general. I also provide guidance for self-exploration leading to personal growth. Therapy focuses on discovering how your past experiences contribute to where you are now, and helps you see your way forward.
David Hedden
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
The people I work with in therapy often want change in their lives, such as relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, guilt or shame, help navigating difficult situations, LGBT issues, and improved communication between partners/spouses, family members, and friends. I provide the means for my clients to explore issues and the sources of those issues.
The people I work with in therapy often want change in their lives, such as relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, guilt or shame, help navigating difficult situations, LGBT issues, and improved communication between partners/spouses, family members, and friends. I provide the means for my clients to explore issues and the sources of those issues.
Whitni Rader
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
As an Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed therapist with extensive training in Emotionally Focussed Therapy (EFT) for couples and individuals (EFIT), I specialize in helping clients work with and heal past trauma and change patterns or dynamics that are no longer working for them. I am interactive with my clients, always leading with empathy and curiosity. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, or just feeling stuck, I am here to help you on your journey towards healing and growth. Together we can begin to understand and heal your experiences so that you can navigate your life from a place of choice.
As an Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed therapist with extensive training in Emotionally Focussed Therapy (EFT) for couples and individuals (EFIT), I specialize in helping clients work with and heal past trauma and change patterns or dynamics that are no longer working for them. I am interactive with my clients, always leading with empathy and curiosity. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, or just feeling stuck, I am here to help you on your journey towards healing and growth. Together we can begin to understand and heal your experiences so that you can navigate your life from a place of choice.
Dr. Ashley Forrest
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Yes! You’re here. You’ve made it this far in your journey of self-discovery and self healing. I would be honored to assist you further. I like to think of a therapist as a spotter during a difficult mountain climb; sometimes you are so in your experience that you can’t see the path right in front of you, and a therapist can shout out “there’s a good foothold to your right!” A therapist has the ability to help you gain or regain your footing, be stronger where you are, or take a different path. My goal is to help you get where you want to go by helping you climb the mountain, together.
Yes! You’re here. You’ve made it this far in your journey of self-discovery and self healing. I would be honored to assist you further. I like to think of a therapist as a spotter during a difficult mountain climb; sometimes you are so in your experience that you can’t see the path right in front of you, and a therapist can shout out “there’s a good foothold to your right!” A therapist has the ability to help you gain or regain your footing, be stronger where you are, or take a different path. My goal is to help you get where you want to go by helping you climb the mountain, together.
Irene Velasquez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Hi, my name is Irene Velasquez, and I am an EMDR trained therapist. Some topics I like to help my clients work through are depression, anxiety low self-esteem, imposter syndrome, learning coping skills, burnout, & more. I am excited to be accepting new clients. If you are ready to begin your therapy journey this is your sign to check me out and get started. I use person-centered talk therapy, EMDR, & a combination of different techniques from CBT and DBT at times. Each treatment plan is tailored to the needs of the client.
Hi, my name is Irene Velasquez, and I am an EMDR trained therapist. Some topics I like to help my clients work through are depression, anxiety low self-esteem, imposter syndrome, learning coping skills, burnout, & more. I am excited to be accepting new clients. If you are ready to begin your therapy journey this is your sign to check me out and get started. I use person-centered talk therapy, EMDR, & a combination of different techniques from CBT and DBT at times. Each treatment plan is tailored to the needs of the client.
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Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Whatever circumstances have led you to seek help, I commend you for taking this step. Seeking help can be hard. No one wants to be misunderstood or judged. The truth is that everyone struggles with difficulties in life at one point or another. Though you've probably tried everything you can think of already to figure things out on your own, the changes you want haven't materialized.
Whatever circumstances have led you to seek help, I commend you for taking this step. Seeking help can be hard. No one wants to be misunderstood or judged. The truth is that everyone struggles with difficulties in life at one point or another. Though you've probably tried everything you can think of already to figure things out on your own, the changes you want haven't materialized.
Karen Haas
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
I work with both individuals and couples,Together we collaborate in helping you become more present with yourself as you grow your mind, body, spirit awareness. With greater awareness you have more capacity to strengthen your inner resources, to minimize or eliminate your emotional pain, to deepen your connection with others, and to live the life you want for yourself. For 35 years I have helped many traverse their paths toward wholeness and well-being.
I work with both individuals and couples,Together we collaborate in helping you become more present with yourself as you grow your mind, body, spirit awareness. With greater awareness you have more capacity to strengthen your inner resources, to minimize or eliminate your emotional pain, to deepen your connection with others, and to live the life you want for yourself. For 35 years I have helped many traverse their paths toward wholeness and well-being.
Suzanne M Yeomans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Trauma is not what happens to you. Trauma is what happens inside you (as a result of what happens to you). -Dr. Gabor Mate.
Trauma is not what happens to you. Trauma is what happens inside you (as a result of what happens to you). -Dr. Gabor Mate.
Sid Aaronson
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Are you having problems in your relationship? Whether it's poor communication, increasing arguments, the loss of love and passion, or an affair, I can help. I specialize in working with couples. With over 40 years experience, I have extensive training and expertise in helping couples and individuals create healthy, loving relationships. You'll learn skills to communicate effectively, work through conflicts constructively, heal hurt and resentment, and restore your love and passion for each other.
Are you having problems in your relationship? Whether it's poor communication, increasing arguments, the loss of love and passion, or an affair, I can help. I specialize in working with couples. With over 40 years experience, I have extensive training and expertise in helping couples and individuals create healthy, loving relationships. You'll learn skills to communicate effectively, work through conflicts constructively, heal hurt and resentment, and restore your love and passion for each other.
Muncie Mary Harper
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Waitlist for new clients
If issues of anger, anxiety, depression or grief are barriers to achieving your personal goals or changing behaviors, I would be honored to provide guidance in addressing these issues. My many years of life experience and different careers working with diverse populations have assisted me in developing insight, sensitivity, and compassion toward the struggles along life's path. Allow me to help you process past/current traumas, losses, and resolve your relationship challenges as a couple or family system.
If issues of anger, anxiety, depression or grief are barriers to achieving your personal goals or changing behaviors, I would be honored to provide guidance in addressing these issues. My many years of life experience and different careers working with diverse populations have assisted me in developing insight, sensitivity, and compassion toward the struggles along life's path. Allow me to help you process past/current traumas, losses, and resolve your relationship challenges as a couple or family system.
Sandi Timmer
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC, ASAT, CCPS
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95409
I am committed to taking a collaborative approach to help clients reach their personal goals. I want to help you put your experience into the words that reflect what you have been unable to name all these years. I want to be the counselor who can validate and acknowledge your story the way you have lived it.
I am committed to taking a collaborative approach to help clients reach their personal goals. I want to help you put your experience into the words that reflect what you have been unable to name all these years. I want to be the counselor who can validate and acknowledge your story the way you have lived it.
Jenifer Goss
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
It takes courage to reach out for assistance to deepen or strengthen your own path. I honor that courage & each unique being’s sacred journey. I offer a supportive space and strong container to respectfully attend to your inner world for healing, greater self-knowledge, growth and transformation. I offer presence based, Somatic Psychotherapy for couples, individuals, families, and adolescents. This is a holistic, mindful approach where I work collaboratively with clients of all unique expressions in attending to your sacred inner life for greater awareness, clarity, & empowerment.
It takes courage to reach out for assistance to deepen or strengthen your own path. I honor that courage & each unique being’s sacred journey. I offer a supportive space and strong container to respectfully attend to your inner world for healing, greater self-knowledge, growth and transformation. I offer presence based, Somatic Psychotherapy for couples, individuals, families, and adolescents. This is a holistic, mindful approach where I work collaboratively with clients of all unique expressions in attending to your sacred inner life for greater awareness, clarity, & empowerment.
Hayley Manning
Registered Psychological Assistant, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404 (Online Only)
Therapy is a place to discuss any issue, big or small. Together, we will identify the root cause(s) of what is negatively impacting your life and preventing you from reaching your goals. In our sessions, I will help you be more in line with your “best self” by challenging any self-defeating thoughts or behaviors while developing healthier coping skills and ways of thinking. If you’re looking to address anxiety or depression, improve communication in your relationship (as an individual or couple), or navigate life transitions (like loss or coping with a disability), I can help get you through it.
Therapy is a place to discuss any issue, big or small. Together, we will identify the root cause(s) of what is negatively impacting your life and preventing you from reaching your goals. In our sessions, I will help you be more in line with your “best self” by challenging any self-defeating thoughts or behaviors while developing healthier coping skills and ways of thinking. If you’re looking to address anxiety or depression, improve communication in your relationship (as an individual or couple), or navigate life transitions (like loss or coping with a disability), I can help get you through it.
Roslynn Noble
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Hello, my name is Roslynn Noble. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW 89024). This means I am trained as a therapist and as a social worker. I have worked as a clinical social worker for the last 10 years. Most recently my area of focus has been brief therapy, which focuses on stabilizing a single issue in 5-12 sessions. Therapy can be overwhelming, and the first few sessions are sometimes spent identifying and prioritizing what to stabilize.
Hello, my name is Roslynn Noble. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW 89024). This means I am trained as a therapist and as a social worker. I have worked as a clinical social worker for the last 10 years. Most recently my area of focus has been brief therapy, which focuses on stabilizing a single issue in 5-12 sessions. Therapy can be overwhelming, and the first few sessions are sometimes spent identifying and prioritizing what to stabilize.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Santa Rosa, CA
600+
Average cost per session
$160
Therapists in Santa Rosa, CA who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
82% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Self Esteem |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
68% | Coping Skills |
67% | Grief |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
52% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
51% | Aetna |
49% | Optum |
How Therapists in Santa Rosa, CA see their clients
76% | In Person and Online | |
24% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Santa Rosa?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.