Therapists in California
Jeanette Abney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SAP
Verified Verified
Oceanside, CA 92058 (Online Only)
I am a SAP Substance Abuse Professional, Co Author and Speaker.
I am the owner of two out patient counseling centers providing services to adults, teen and children. Services include mental health, individual, family, couples counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse, SAP Assessments, addictive behaviors, domestic violence, anger management, parenting, co-parenting, marital, pre-marital counseling and other court or probation approved services. I have knowledge of Military Culture. I conduct groups, workshops, educational training and family interventions. I provide services in Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Murrieta and Oceanside, CA. I also provide telehealth services.
I am a SAP Substance Abuse Professional, Co Author and Speaker.
I am the owner of two out patient counseling centers providing services to adults, teen and children. Services include mental health, individual, family, couples counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse, SAP Assessments, addictive behaviors, domestic violence, anger management, parenting, co-parenting, marital, pre-marital counseling and other court or probation approved services. I have knowledge of Military Culture. I conduct groups, workshops, educational training and family interventions. I provide services in Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Murrieta and Oceanside, CA. I also provide telehealth services.
Carol Bishop, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362
What if, we all possessed the skill set to build strength, resiliency and hope in our lives? Working in the Co-occurring disorder and substance abuse field for many years, I know that it is possible to heal wounded spirits and repair lives. Working with the HIV(+) and LGBT community, emphasizes my belief, that all people are born, "good enough." I can help you remove the barriers to remembering this.
What if, we all possessed the skill set to build strength, resiliency and hope in our lives? Working in the Co-occurring disorder and substance abuse field for many years, I know that it is possible to heal wounded spirits and repair lives. Working with the HIV(+) and LGBT community, emphasizes my belief, that all people are born, "good enough." I can help you remove the barriers to remembering this.
Priscilla Elizabeth Hebert
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92107 (Online Only)
Helping those who are seeking to up-level their experience and shine as their true and authentic self. If you are looking to live your best life and addiction, trauma, unhealthy relationships, codependency, sadness, anxiety, ad infinitum has prevented you from doing so, therapy may be right for you. I specialize in treating those with eating disorders and addictive behaviors to help explore the causes and conditions of the behavior and how we can change to create the life we desire. I will challenge you to create new and attainable habits and goals.
Helping those who are seeking to up-level their experience and shine as their true and authentic self. If you are looking to live your best life and addiction, trauma, unhealthy relationships, codependency, sadness, anxiety, ad infinitum has prevented you from doing so, therapy may be right for you. I specialize in treating those with eating disorders and addictive behaviors to help explore the causes and conditions of the behavior and how we can change to create the life we desire. I will challenge you to create new and attainable habits and goals.
Christina M Milucky
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LAADC, CAGCS
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I believe that my combined professional and personal experiences uniquely qualify me to help others struggling with addiction, trauma, and loss.
My clients are seeking healing from addictions, mental health, and identity issues as well as various types of issues related to grief & loss. Traumas experienced are central to many individuals and I take the approach of a witness to my clients experiences. I have spent over a decade working with individuals to find the healing and recovery they seek. Additionally, over the years I have built a strong understanding of the specific needs of individuals struggling with co-occurring disorders. I collaborate with each client to build a continuing care plan that focuses on their needs for long-term success
I believe that my combined professional and personal experiences uniquely qualify me to help others struggling with addiction, trauma, and loss.
My clients are seeking healing from addictions, mental health, and identity issues as well as various types of issues related to grief & loss. Traumas experienced are central to many individuals and I take the approach of a witness to my clients experiences. I have spent over a decade working with individuals to find the healing and recovery they seek. Additionally, over the years I have built a strong understanding of the specific needs of individuals struggling with co-occurring disorders. I collaborate with each client to build a continuing care plan that focuses on their needs for long-term success
Eva Van Prooyen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
I specialize in anxiety, depression, addiction, relationships, and grief.
I'm happy to receive your email or call to answer questions you may have about therapy. I help adults, adolescents, and couples experience life more deeply; enjoy more satisfying relationships; resolve painful conflicts; and improve self-esteem, self-worth and emotional well-being.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, addiction, relationships, and grief.
I'm happy to receive your email or call to answer questions you may have about therapy. I help adults, adolescents, and couples experience life more deeply; enjoy more satisfying relationships; resolve painful conflicts; and improve self-esteem, self-worth and emotional well-being.
Yu Hang 'ronald' Deng
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94122 (Online Only)
I received my B.A. degree in University of California, Davis, with a major in Psychology, and my M.A. degree from John F. Kennedy University in the Counseling Psychology program. My expertise includes mental health counseling, such as depressive/anxiety disorders, communication, family, intimacy and/or relationship issues for individuals, groups, couples, and families, drug addiction treatment, and gambling addiction. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I strongly believe in human potential, and my goal is to help my clients to discover and utilize the tools they have already possessed!
I received my B.A. degree in University of California, Davis, with a major in Psychology, and my M.A. degree from John F. Kennedy University in the Counseling Psychology program. My expertise includes mental health counseling, such as depressive/anxiety disorders, communication, family, intimacy and/or relationship issues for individuals, groups, couples, and families, drug addiction treatment, and gambling addiction. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I strongly believe in human potential, and my goal is to help my clients to discover and utilize the tools they have already possessed!
Giorgio Andrea Quittan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95126
I also have a special interest in Attachment Addiction and Trauma.
I am an Italian who has been living in The Bay Area for the last 40 years. I am fluent in English, Italian and Spanish. I have extensive experience and training in Hakomi, Somatic Based Psychotherapy and EMDR. I have more than 15 years of experience with Santa Clara County, Department of Families and Children Services, providing support and services to individuals, children and families who have been involved with the Child Welfare System. I also have 5 years of experience providing therapeutic services at a Medical Hospital Specialized in Treating HIV/AIDS patients who suffer from Addiction, PTSD and Trauma.
I also have a special interest in Attachment Addiction and Trauma.
I am an Italian who has been living in The Bay Area for the last 40 years. I am fluent in English, Italian and Spanish. I have extensive experience and training in Hakomi, Somatic Based Psychotherapy and EMDR. I have more than 15 years of experience with Santa Clara County, Department of Families and Children Services, providing support and services to individuals, children and families who have been involved with the Child Welfare System. I also have 5 years of experience providing therapeutic services at a Medical Hospital Specialized in Treating HIV/AIDS patients who suffer from Addiction, PTSD and Trauma.
Clint Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Yucca Valley, CA 92284 (Online Only)
Whether you are seeking help to overcome addiction, mental health conditions, couples/marriage/family dynamics, life coaching, career/academic counseling, I have dedicated my professional life to becoming Your Best clinician.
So, how do you find the best therapist for you? That's a great question. And it's one that most people struggle with answering whether it's their first or umpteenth search. Is it the therapist him/herself, their personality, theoretical approach or specialty? While all these factors are important, research shows that roughly 60% of successful therapeutic outcomes are the result of the relationship between the client and therapist. That said, it shouldn't be your responsibility to find the best clinician; rather it's the clinician's responsibility to become the best therapist for you.
Whether you are seeking help to overcome addiction, mental health conditions, couples/marriage/family dynamics, life coaching, career/academic counseling, I have dedicated my professional life to becoming Your Best clinician.
So, how do you find the best therapist for you? That's a great question. And it's one that most people struggle with answering whether it's their first or umpteenth search. Is it the therapist him/herself, their personality, theoretical approach or specialty? While all these factors are important, research shows that roughly 60% of successful therapeutic outcomes are the result of the relationship between the client and therapist. That said, it shouldn't be your responsibility to find the best clinician; rather it's the clinician's responsibility to become the best therapist for you.
As a Certified EMDR and Sex Addiction Therapist, I work with individuals and couples.
Sometimes, when faced with many of life's challenges, we can find it difficult to reach out. Often fear or shame get in the way of asking for help. But there is hope. Working with a therapist, you can begin to feel validated and discover that you are not alone. Do you have a fear of abandonment or fear of intimacy? One or the other can mean you're either a Love Addict or Love Avoidant. I can teach you how to love yourself instead of looking for it in someone else, and bring down your walls and be relational.
As a Certified EMDR and Sex Addiction Therapist, I work with individuals and couples.
Sometimes, when faced with many of life's challenges, we can find it difficult to reach out. Often fear or shame get in the way of asking for help. But there is hope. Working with a therapist, you can begin to feel validated and discover that you are not alone. Do you have a fear of abandonment or fear of intimacy? One or the other can mean you're either a Love Addict or Love Avoidant. I can teach you how to love yourself instead of looking for it in someone else, and bring down your walls and be relational.
I also specialize in working with individuals experiencing addiction issues, and eating disorders.
I work primarily with adults who are wanting to manage symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, and trauma. I will be with you on your path to discovery, recovery, and finding the person you would like to become. I approach therapy with a client-centered approach in order to create a safe, comfortable space for you to share and express yourself, and your vulnerabilities. We will explore healthy ways to process your trauma, regulate difficult emotions, and restore broken relationships. I believe the trust built between Client and Therapist is powerful, and necessary in order to help you through your healing journey.
I also specialize in working with individuals experiencing addiction issues, and eating disorders.
I work primarily with adults who are wanting to manage symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, and trauma. I will be with you on your path to discovery, recovery, and finding the person you would like to become. I approach therapy with a client-centered approach in order to create a safe, comfortable space for you to share and express yourself, and your vulnerabilities. We will explore healthy ways to process your trauma, regulate difficult emotions, and restore broken relationships. I believe the trust built between Client and Therapist is powerful, and necessary in order to help you through your healing journey.
Ryan Chandler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LCMHC, MLADC
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90046
As a psychotherapist with expertise in depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, and more, I'm here to extend a helping hand on your journey.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling to cope with life's challenges? Taking that first step to ask for help can be daunting, but you've already shown courage by considering it. Just like standing at the edge of a high dive, it can feel scary and intimidating. But remember, you're not alone, and reaching out for support is a significant achievement in itself.
As a psychotherapist with expertise in depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, and more, I'm here to extend a helping hand on your journey.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling to cope with life's challenges? Taking that first step to ask for help can be daunting, but you've already shown courage by considering it. Just like standing at the edge of a high dive, it can feel scary and intimidating. But remember, you're not alone, and reaching out for support is a significant achievement in itself.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, CHT, JD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Some of my specialty areas include healing from chronic pain, substance abuse, anxiety, body-focused repetitive behaviors (skin picking, hair pulling), insomnia and performance anxiety.
I’m passionate about helping people find freedom from debilitating pain and anxiety. As a recovering attorney and mom of two boys, I know what it’s like to feel stuck in a career you don’t love and to feel guilty that you can’t show up as your best self for your family and kids. My ‘stuckness’ left me feeling physically and emotionally drained. I developed chronic pain, insomnia and was riddled with anxiety.
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I’m passionate about helping people find freedom from debilitating pain and anxiety. As a recovering attorney and mom of two boys, I know what it’s like to feel stuck in a career you don’t love and to feel guilty that you can’t show up as your best self for your family and kids. My ‘stuckness’ left me feeling physically and emotionally drained. I developed chronic pain, insomnia and was riddled with anxiety.
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Ventura, CA 93003 (Online Only)
You want to figure out what has been holding you back from living your best life. To unravel and process what has been preventing you from moving forward. Maybe you are struggling with addiction, trying to manage life after trauma, or just keep getting pulled back into the past. Maybe it is old behaviors that don't work anymore. You know that it's time to do something, to take action, and to face the problem. You're ready to make a change but need some professional support along the way. That's where I come in. You show up for you and I will provide anchored support and guidance along the way. We will also laugh along the way.
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YOUR LIFE'S NOT WORKING THE WAY YOU'D LIKE? Find out why, and we can change it together. Want to be heard and understood? Struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, gay/lesbian/bisexual issues, addictions (substances or behaviors including sex addiction), or infidelities? Want to stay together, but your marriage is rocky? Communication problems or behavior problems disrupting your relationship? DON'T LET OLD PATTERNS GET IN YOUR WAY. Visit my website for more information: http://www.DrCarlShubs.com. NEW BOOK: Traumatic Experiences of Normal Development, available on Amazon.
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FOR DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, RELATIONSHIPS, ADDICTION, TRAUMA: I blend psychology and spirituality to treat uncomfortable emotions, relationship issues, feelings of isolation, the monkey mind of the ego, as well as heavy, stuck energy that needs releasing. Psychodynamic therapy, guided meditation, and shamanic modes of healing can help shift the way you think and feel. As Einstein put it: "No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it." Using an integrative approach we will connect with your higher self and beyond to experience real transformation and change of consciousness.
FOR DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, RELATIONSHIPS, ADDICTION, TRAUMA: I blend psychology and spirituality to treat uncomfortable emotions, relationship issues, feelings of isolation, the monkey mind of the ego, as well as heavy, stuck energy that needs releasing. Psychodynamic therapy, guided meditation, and shamanic modes of healing can help shift the way you think and feel. As Einstein put it: "No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it." Using an integrative approach we will connect with your higher self and beyond to experience real transformation and change of consciousness.
I have worked in addiction medicine since 2013.
I work with clients who are in recovery from addiction. I help them get to the root of their addictive issue, so they can stop substituting addictive behavior and heal.
I have worked in addiction medicine since 2013.
I work with clients who are in recovery from addiction. I help them get to the root of their addictive issue, so they can stop substituting addictive behavior and heal.
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.