Therapists in California
Horizon Counseling Center Group Practice
Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MFT, Trainee
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Sacramento, CA 95691
Offices in Folsom, Roseville, Sacramento and West Sacramento. Check out our website for address locations. Our group of therapists are available to see adults, teens, children, couples, and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, hoarding, co-parenting, panic attacks, school issues, relationship issues, family communication, conflict management, parent/teen conflict, and anger management. They also have experience working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault survivors and the family who support them. We have therapists trained in Gottman Level 1 and 2, Brain Spotting, Sand-tray and EMDR.
Offices in Folsom, Roseville, Sacramento and West Sacramento. Check out our website for address locations. Our group of therapists are available to see adults, teens, children, couples, and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, hoarding, co-parenting, panic attacks, school issues, relationship issues, family communication, conflict management, parent/teen conflict, and anger management. They also have experience working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault survivors and the family who support them. We have therapists trained in Gottman Level 1 and 2, Brain Spotting, Sand-tray and EMDR.
David Lindquist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
David treats anxiety related problems including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Phobias, Social Anxiety, Tics and Tourette’s Syndrome, Dermatillomania, (skin picking) and Trichotillomania (hair pulling). David is well versed in Family Systems and the use of cognitive and behavioral strategies for treating attention deficit disorders, depression, anxiety, autism and child and adolescent behavioral issues, both school and home related. He has extensive experience treating adults with panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression and anxiety.
David treats anxiety related problems including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Phobias, Social Anxiety, Tics and Tourette’s Syndrome, Dermatillomania, (skin picking) and Trichotillomania (hair pulling). David is well versed in Family Systems and the use of cognitive and behavioral strategies for treating attention deficit disorders, depression, anxiety, autism and child and adolescent behavioral issues, both school and home related. He has extensive experience treating adults with panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression and anxiety.
Michelle Stark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90071 (Online Only)
My extensive experience working with a variety of populations, including adolescents, teen mothers, adults, mature adults, couples, and families.
Are you feeling emotionally stuck? Struggling with personal growth? Eager to learn new coping skills? Ready to get to work on you? Let me assist you on your personal journey. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years’ experience. I have an immense passion for helping others achieve self-actualization. I will meet you where you are, and together, we will navigate through the various life challenges you are experiencing. I also am available to conduct Emotional Support Animal/Psychiatric Service Dog evaluations.
My extensive experience working with a variety of populations, including adolescents, teen mothers, adults, mature adults, couples, and families.
Are you feeling emotionally stuck? Struggling with personal growth? Eager to learn new coping skills? Ready to get to work on you? Let me assist you on your personal journey. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years’ experience. I have an immense passion for helping others achieve self-actualization. I will meet you where you are, and together, we will navigate through the various life challenges you are experiencing. I also am available to conduct Emotional Support Animal/Psychiatric Service Dog evaluations.
Alison Meredith Greiner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Some of my trainings include: Certified PEERS provider, level two reflective parenting provider, and I hold a certificate in child and adolescent psychoanalytic psychotherapy from the New Center for Psychoanalysis.
As a licensed clinical social worker who has been in practice for over 18 years, I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of clients dealing with a variety of issues. Some of my particular interests and expertise include: adolescents and college age students as well as providing parenting support to parents with children of all ages. I also work with adults and couples dealing with issues such as: depression, anxiety, life transitions, career changes, communication issues, and parenting concerns.
Some of my trainings include: Certified PEERS provider, level two reflective parenting provider, and I hold a certificate in child and adolescent psychoanalytic psychotherapy from the New Center for Psychoanalysis.
As a licensed clinical social worker who has been in practice for over 18 years, I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of clients dealing with a variety of issues. Some of my particular interests and expertise include: adolescents and college age students as well as providing parenting support to parents with children of all ages. I also work with adults and couples dealing with issues such as: depression, anxiety, life transitions, career changes, communication issues, and parenting concerns.
Sara Fraser
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90029 (Online Only)
I have a core belief in the power of relationships to heal and transform. My work focuses on relationship patterns and how to identify and change habits that prevent closeness and intimacy. I also work with people to identify how their feelings affect their thoughts and behaviors and how to find peace, calm and most importantly, balance in their lives and relationships. I am interactive, supportive and real with my clients in an effort to help them work toward their own goals and take charge of their own lives. Additionally, I have extensive training and expertise as a child and adolescent specialist in a wide range of settings.
I have a core belief in the power of relationships to heal and transform. My work focuses on relationship patterns and how to identify and change habits that prevent closeness and intimacy. I also work with people to identify how their feelings affect their thoughts and behaviors and how to find peace, calm and most importantly, balance in their lives and relationships. I am interactive, supportive and real with my clients in an effort to help them work toward their own goals and take charge of their own lives. Additionally, I have extensive training and expertise as a child and adolescent specialist in a wide range of settings.
Jennifer Spiegel Grellman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kentfield, CA 94904
Kennedy University and Stanford University in the treatment of eating disorders and adolescent substance abuse and addiction; I am the founder of Being Adept, a non-profit school-based organization dedicated to the prevention of alcohol and drug abuse among adolescents.
Adolescence can be a very challenging time for teens and their families. Although developmentally it is a particularly wonderful time of exploration and curiosity for teens, sometimes things do not go as expected. Individual adolescent therapy and sessions incorporating parents and /or families can make this time much easier to negotiate. I see primarily adolescents, and often incorporate parents and families into treatment planning. Presenting issues may range from anxiety and depression to substance abuse and eating disorders where I hold additional certifications and trainings. I also see adults with persisting eating issues.
Kennedy University and Stanford University in the treatment of eating disorders and adolescent substance abuse and addiction; I am the founder of Being Adept, a non-profit school-based organization dedicated to the prevention of alcohol and drug abuse among adolescents.
Adolescence can be a very challenging time for teens and their families. Although developmentally it is a particularly wonderful time of exploration and curiosity for teens, sometimes things do not go as expected. Individual adolescent therapy and sessions incorporating parents and /or families can make this time much easier to negotiate. I see primarily adolescents, and often incorporate parents and families into treatment planning. Presenting issues may range from anxiety and depression to substance abuse and eating disorders where I hold additional certifications and trainings. I also see adults with persisting eating issues.
Lindsey Krogh, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Are you weary from your infant/toddler's crying, tantrums and "not listening" behaviors. Has your child/teen experienced a really stressful or traumatic event and needs help coping? Are you wanting to have a better relationship with your child/teen with greater periods of connecting and feeling close to each other. I believe each of us has a spark inside of us that can build our resiliency through difficult times and cultivate daily joy. I have extensive experience helping children and families through the therapy process to strengthen their relationships and learn coping skills to "do hard things" that we all encounter in life.
Are you weary from your infant/toddler's crying, tantrums and "not listening" behaviors. Has your child/teen experienced a really stressful or traumatic event and needs help coping? Are you wanting to have a better relationship with your child/teen with greater periods of connecting and feeling close to each other. I believe each of us has a spark inside of us that can build our resiliency through difficult times and cultivate daily joy. I have extensive experience helping children and families through the therapy process to strengthen their relationships and learn coping skills to "do hard things" that we all encounter in life.
Reina Remy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92123
Waitlist for new clients
I work collaboratively and creatively to help you/your child or teen identify the root causes underlying the current struggles and increase awareness of solutions in your lives. I use play/art techniques to explore thoughts and feelings, emphasize therapeutic experiments, and process traumas to help you/your child feel better and improve the quality of your lives. I have more than 20 years experience helping children, teens, adults, and parents with trauma, grief, anxiety, family conflicts, bipolar, ADHD, and depression, among other issues. I also love working with LGBTQ community, military families, twins, and parenting struggles.
I work collaboratively and creatively to help you/your child or teen identify the root causes underlying the current struggles and increase awareness of solutions in your lives. I use play/art techniques to explore thoughts and feelings, emphasize therapeutic experiments, and process traumas to help you/your child feel better and improve the quality of your lives. I have more than 20 years experience helping children, teens, adults, and parents with trauma, grief, anxiety, family conflicts, bipolar, ADHD, and depression, among other issues. I also love working with LGBTQ community, military families, twins, and parenting struggles.
Kalila Jimenez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (Online Only)
Sometimes life becomes overwhelming. Sometimes, tragedies and traumas mercilessly take their toll on us and leave us faced with the responsibility to pursue healing. I can be there for you - the person struggling to get out from under the cloud of stress, anxiety, depression, or feeling like you just aren't "good enough." I can be there for the parent who is struggling to manage or the child/teen who has already endured scary and troubling challenges.
Sometimes life becomes overwhelming. Sometimes, tragedies and traumas mercilessly take their toll on us and leave us faced with the responsibility to pursue healing. I can be there for you - the person struggling to get out from under the cloud of stress, anxiety, depression, or feeling like you just aren't "good enough." I can be there for the parent who is struggling to manage or the child/teen who has already endured scary and troubling challenges.
Blackhawk Family Testing & Assessment Center
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94506
Welcome to the Gold Standard of testing! Our testing and assessment program provides the most comprehensive psychological assessments to allow individuals to reach their absolute full potential. Whether working with a kiddo, teen, or adult, each assessment is tailored to meet the unique needs of the individual. After a no-cost consultation, our psychologists provide their recommendations for a psychological battery that will address all aspects of cognitive and behavioral functioning. We also provide testing and diagnosis for autism spectrum disorders.
Welcome to the Gold Standard of testing! Our testing and assessment program provides the most comprehensive psychological assessments to allow individuals to reach their absolute full potential. Whether working with a kiddo, teen, or adult, each assessment is tailored to meet the unique needs of the individual. After a no-cost consultation, our psychologists provide their recommendations for a psychological battery that will address all aspects of cognitive and behavioral functioning. We also provide testing and diagnosis for autism spectrum disorders.
Maureen Kaye
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91362
Do roadblocks get in the way of living the life you want? Do you and your partner argue over the same issues leaving you feeling disconnected and lonely? Do difficult memories and experiences leave you feeling stuck? Is your teen struggling with behavior, school or relationships? If you answered 'yes' to any of these, I can help. Deciding to seek therapy is not easy - it takes courage! Whether it's yourself, your relationship or your teen struggling, you deserve to feel happy & successful. I can help you get your life/relationships back on track. My clients experience me as a warm, skillful and compassionate therapist. You will too.
Do roadblocks get in the way of living the life you want? Do you and your partner argue over the same issues leaving you feeling disconnected and lonely? Do difficult memories and experiences leave you feeling stuck? Is your teen struggling with behavior, school or relationships? If you answered 'yes' to any of these, I can help. Deciding to seek therapy is not easy - it takes courage! Whether it's yourself, your relationship or your teen struggling, you deserve to feel happy & successful. I can help you get your life/relationships back on track. My clients experience me as a warm, skillful and compassionate therapist. You will too.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
I have been working with individuals and families for over 20 years. I love helping individuals and families feel more competent and happy. Whether it is an issue with your preschooler or communication problems with your teenager, I can help find a solution that everyone can live with.
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Soraya Wilder
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calabasas, CA 91302
My focus areas include Relationship Issues, Teen Issues, Life Transitions, Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Women’s Issues, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexuality, ADHD Coaching, Parenting Coaching, and Chronic Pain.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, questioning your life, and finding it difficult to complete daily tasks at work or home? Is depression or anxiety impacting your quality of life? Do you feel stuck, frustrated, anxious, empty, or hopeless? Are you dealing with decreased motivation, increased isolation, changes in appetite, or sleep issues? Additionally, are you struggling with grief, chronic illness, ADHD, relationship challenges, or life transitions?
My focus areas include Relationship Issues, Teen Issues, Life Transitions, Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Women’s Issues, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexuality, ADHD Coaching, Parenting Coaching, and Chronic Pain.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, questioning your life, and finding it difficult to complete daily tasks at work or home? Is depression or anxiety impacting your quality of life? Do you feel stuck, frustrated, anxious, empty, or hopeless? Are you dealing with decreased motivation, increased isolation, changes in appetite, or sleep issues? Additionally, are you struggling with grief, chronic illness, ADHD, relationship challenges, or life transitions?
Goulding Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
My other specialties include working with teen/young adults and mothers.
Hi, I’m Hilary, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am so glad you are here. My passion is helping people finally feel relief from anxiety and worry with science-backed strategies that actually work. I help clients break the cycle of anxiety and worry, stop overthinking, decrease stress & burnout, heal their root causes of anxiety and learn effective coping skills. Anxiety does not have to run your life. Relief is possible! Start living your life with less anxiety and more JOY. You deserve it.
My other specialties include working with teen/young adults and mothers.
Hi, I’m Hilary, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am so glad you are here. My passion is helping people finally feel relief from anxiety and worry with science-backed strategies that actually work. I help clients break the cycle of anxiety and worry, stop overthinking, decrease stress & burnout, heal their root causes of anxiety and learn effective coping skills. Anxiety does not have to run your life. Relief is possible! Start living your life with less anxiety and more JOY. You deserve it.
Ashley Cox
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92117
Christian counseling for teens & young adults. Are you a teen, college student or young adult with high ambition and yet overwhelmed by life? Do you feel anxious, depressed and stressed most days? Is it hard to communicate, set boundaries or even put the feelings into words? Sometimes we live with the best intentions and still find ourselves lost or off track. The wounds of past or old patterns get in the way. Utilizing proven methods with a Christian lens, I help teens & young adults discover the next steps to experience a restored sense of self. Together, we find better ways to work toward your goals in life for a vibrant future.
Christian counseling for teens & young adults. Are you a teen, college student or young adult with high ambition and yet overwhelmed by life? Do you feel anxious, depressed and stressed most days? Is it hard to communicate, set boundaries or even put the feelings into words? Sometimes we live with the best intentions and still find ourselves lost or off track. The wounds of past or old patterns get in the way. Utilizing proven methods with a Christian lens, I help teens & young adults discover the next steps to experience a restored sense of self. Together, we find better ways to work toward your goals in life for a vibrant future.
Seneca M Negrete
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Fullerton, CA 92831
If you are seeking services as an adult, couple, a family or for an adolescent age 12+ dealing with addiction, recovery, codependency, trauma (EMDR), anxiety, stress + depression management we are a good fit to work together.
As you take one of the most difficult steps in your pursuit of relief, I offer you my encouragement & support. To thrive, we must face the discomfort of the challenges that are causing us pain & distress. The desire to make changes, yet not knowing how, or where to begin is overwhelming. That’s exactly what therapy can help you with. Together, we will process emotional experiences with a new understanding, while repairing wounds from the past and the present. These include relational issues with yourself + others, insecurities, feeling stuck, difficulty letting go of relationships and resisting change.
If you are seeking services as an adult, couple, a family or for an adolescent age 12+ dealing with addiction, recovery, codependency, trauma (EMDR), anxiety, stress + depression management we are a good fit to work together.
As you take one of the most difficult steps in your pursuit of relief, I offer you my encouragement & support. To thrive, we must face the discomfort of the challenges that are causing us pain & distress. The desire to make changes, yet not knowing how, or where to begin is overwhelming. That’s exactly what therapy can help you with. Together, we will process emotional experiences with a new understanding, while repairing wounds from the past and the present. These include relational issues with yourself + others, insecurities, feeling stuck, difficulty letting go of relationships and resisting change.
Christine Chae
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Are you feeling helpless in dealing with your child/teen emotional and behavioral issues? Do you feel lost in connecting with your child/teen? You want to help them but don't know how? I have been working with children, adults, and families for over 15 years to bring out their potential in mindfulness, creativity and relationships through individual and family therapy. Through this process, clients get to know themselves better, in a safe and supportive environment. I develop a therapeutic relationship based on their needs and goals. My experience includes treating individuals with depression, anxiety, anger, and trauma.
Are you feeling helpless in dealing with your child/teen emotional and behavioral issues? Do you feel lost in connecting with your child/teen? You want to help them but don't know how? I have been working with children, adults, and families for over 15 years to bring out their potential in mindfulness, creativity and relationships through individual and family therapy. Through this process, clients get to know themselves better, in a safe and supportive environment. I develop a therapeutic relationship based on their needs and goals. My experience includes treating individuals with depression, anxiety, anger, and trauma.
Sharon Chan,LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92612
Sharon has current openings in the office and through telehealth (if you reside in California). Is your teen struggling socially, emotionally, behaviorally, or with difficult thoughts? As a parent, are you overwhelmed by all of the demands of being a parent? Does your youth have a difficult time making friends or communicating with others? Is your child highly sensitive? Some teens have a difficult time managing their emotions and it may result in isolation, difficulty concentrating and/or other behaviors. I can help by providing support and guidance to help them to reach their goals.
Sharon has current openings in the office and through telehealth (if you reside in California). Is your teen struggling socially, emotionally, behaviorally, or with difficult thoughts? As a parent, are you overwhelmed by all of the demands of being a parent? Does your youth have a difficult time making friends or communicating with others? Is your child highly sensitive? Some teens have a difficult time managing their emotions and it may result in isolation, difficulty concentrating and/or other behaviors. I can help by providing support and guidance to help them to reach their goals.
Seong-Hye “Sunny” Mau
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tustin, CA 92780
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your teen's mood swings or emotional outbursts? Are you concerned about your teen's risky behaviors or self-harm? Is your teen feeling lost, lonely, withdrawn, angry, anxious or depressed (or all of the above)? I’m passionate about helping teens make sense of why they feel the way they do! My work focuses on helping them heal from past hurts, identify strengths, learn healthy coping skills, and build meaningful relationships. By creating a safe and supportive environment, my goal is to help my clients lead resilient, fulfilling, and purposeful lives.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your teen's mood swings or emotional outbursts? Are you concerned about your teen's risky behaviors or self-harm? Is your teen feeling lost, lonely, withdrawn, angry, anxious or depressed (or all of the above)? I’m passionate about helping teens make sense of why they feel the way they do! My work focuses on helping them heal from past hurts, identify strengths, learn healthy coping skills, and build meaningful relationships. By creating a safe and supportive environment, my goal is to help my clients lead resilient, fulfilling, and purposeful lives.
Carolyn Fisher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130 (Online Only)
Parenting can be tough. You wonder if your child will ever grow out of their excessive worries, meltdowns, or tantrums, and you become exhausted and feel guilty for being frustrated with them. The nightly battle with homework and reports from school are wearing you down. The power struggle with your spirited toddler or your strong willed adolescent may leave you overwhelmed and wondering what you can do differently. Communicating and feeling unified with your partner or caregiver may be difficult or your styles may be different, creating a state of uncertainty or chaos in the home.
Parenting can be tough. You wonder if your child will ever grow out of their excessive worries, meltdowns, or tantrums, and you become exhausted and feel guilty for being frustrated with them. The nightly battle with homework and reports from school are wearing you down. The power struggle with your spirited toddler or your strong willed adolescent may leave you overwhelmed and wondering what you can do differently. Communicating and feeling unified with your partner or caregiver may be difficult or your styles may be different, creating a state of uncertainty or chaos in the home.
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Teen Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.