Therapists in Visalia, CA

Hi, my name is Amber Massie (she/her/hers), I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I look forward to supporting your journey to healing, self-discovery, and improving your outlook on yourself and your life. Change in therapy happens through a process of increased self-understanding, practicing new ways of engaging (with yourself, with others, with a particular problem or set of issues), and development and practice of coping strategies.

I have a Master of Social Welfare from UCLA and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Southern California and have been practicing for the past 21 years. I am Korean American. I have experience working with many diverse populations, including hospital settings including end of life and crisis, geriatric (elderly), transitional aged youth (16–25 years old), substance use counseling, severely and persistently mentally ill, those with moderate symptoms, working professionals, adults, and diverse ethnic groups. I have an eclectic style and I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing).

Hi. My name is Darlene Obregon, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I like to work with clients on uncovering roots to their presenting problem and help my clients find new ways of healing, so that they can live a more fulfilling life. I have worked with children, adolescents, young adults and families. I have experience working with several mental health disorders including but not limited to; depression, anxiety, PTSD, adjustment disorders, bipolar and ADHD. I have worked with clients on childhood traumas, sexual abuse, school issues, family issues, divorce, custody issues, work stress and life stage stressors.

Hello there! I am John Sevilla, a licensed marriage and family therapist with experience working with children and adults. My expertise lies in addressing depression, anxiety, men's issues and helping individuals navigate life changes and stressful situations. I primarily utilize a humanistic existential approach to assist my clients change what is within their control, accept what they cannot and to find purpose and meaning. My style and approach work best with adults.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and earned a Masters of Arts in Marriage, Family, Child Counseling and a Masters of Divinity with an emphasis in New Testament Theology from Fresno Pacific Biblical Seminary. My Masters work in traumatic stress has led me to specialize in Trauma and PTSD in both adults and children as well as post graduate study in neurophysiology.

Hi, I'm Danica Garcia, I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist doing telehealth from Northern California. I have experience in a variety of specialties, but my current focus is helping my clients heal from trauma in a warm and grounding context. I love facilitating lasting change in the brain so you can live more fully! I see adults of all ages in individual therapy with a focus on how the past is affecting current functioning in order to bring wholeness and healing. Brainspotting is very effective for virtually any condition or diagnosis.

Hi, my name is Trinity Flores, LCSW, and I have a holistic approach with a goal to provide helpful tools and skill-building that can be used beyond the completion of therapy. I aim to provide a safe space for clients to utilize tools to improve the quality of their lives and relationships to reach their fullest potential. I take a client-centered approach to therapy and see therapy as collaborative. The most common theoretical approaches I use are solution-focused, trauma narrative, cognitive behavioral therapy, and managing and adapting practices.

Hello, I'm Paulina Gutierrez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. With a client-centered and strengths-based approach, I provide a safe and empathetic space for individuals to explore their emotional well-being. My practice focuses on areas such as anxiety, depression, work-related stress, and relationship issues, aiming to empower clients to achieve their personal growth and mental health goals.

Hello! My name is Tishawna Mims, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) with the state of California. I have a great deal of experience working with youth and adults, providing individual and group therapy to patients within community agencies, on issues like anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, PTSD, and more. I have a passion for working with a diverse and multicultural population. My therapeutic approach is client-centered and individualized to the person’s needs. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavioral therapy, EMDR, Solution Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

Welcome to your team! My name is Jessica Lan and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) committed to supporting adults and young adults through life’s challenges. I believe in creating a supportive and honest environment to support you through step-by-step self-growth. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches to meet you where you are at and specialize in strength-based and client-centered approaches to do so. I have the most experience working with children, teens, and young adults who have challenges with emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, stress, social skills, and self-esteem.

Hi, my name is Kati Hoover, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Long Beach, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, self-esteem, and relationship issues. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients achieve their goals and start feeling better. I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for teens and young adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and social pressures.

Hi! My name is Yadira Martinez, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, and bipolar disorder. l love working with clients who are motivated to change. I want to help clients get to the root of their problems and make their lives better. I employ a multimodal therapeutic approach based on the critical matters of each individual.

Brynn graduated with her master's in social work in 2014. Her philosophy of care is grounded in compassion and curiosity, with a focus on being direct and honest. She uses a strengths-based approach, serving with empathy while also advocating for needed support. Brynn recognizes the courage and resiliency in every client, holding equal respect for their challenges, traumas, triumphs, and achievements. Her expertise is in trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy, specializing in diagnoses including Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and Bipolar Disorder. She enjoys working with moms, the LGBTQQ+ community, and young adults.

My name is Silva Sheklanian. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing out of California. My work focuses primarily on both trauma and attachment. I am EMDR trained as well as attachment-based trained. I am trauma-informed, as such my approach is very much client-centered. I use both CBT and EMDR in my sessions to support my clients toward their goals. I am also trained in Theraplay to support clients towards attachment building with family members (specifically their children).

Hello! My name is Mary Karla, and I am licensed in CA, FL, NY, MA, and CT. I practice a collaborative approach to therapy as I believe this empowers my clients to obtain what they desire regarding therapeutic goals. I specialize in Couples and family therapy. I did postgraduate training for couples and family therapy at Ackerman Institute for the Family in NYC. I use the Ackerman Relational Model for my work with this population. I practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with individuals, especially when presenting with symptoms of anxiety and mood disorders. Other modalities offered are Solution Focused Therapy, DBT, and ACT.

I'm Kathy Casillas, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, practicing in the field for almost 17 years. In my many years as a therapist, I find myself using DBT and Strength Based Approaches, as well as Art therapy for a bottoms-up approach which works great to combat fears and anxiety. My favorite mantra is "Don't look back- you're not going that way" by Mary Engelbreit. I have worked with all ages from as young as 5 to 75, Typically I work with older teens and older adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, and life changes.

Hi, my name is Andrea Puente, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I am passionate about teaching individuals the necessary tools and techniques they may need to improve your mood, reduce stress, and overcome challenges. I have experience in providing therapeutic treatment for over 7 years. I have provided mental health treatment to adults involved in the justice system and also with adults in the general public. I also have experience providing short-term, goal-oriented therapy in various settings in the medical field.

Melinda Ashford-Leonardo, MA, LMFT. My goal is to provide a supportive environment for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families to find support and grow in their relationships. I look forward to working with young children and adolescents who are experiencing difficulty with oppositional behaviors, depression and anxiety. If you are seeking a way to improve your family relationships, decrease anxiety, manage stress and regulate mood I am available to assist. I specialize in working with young children through play therapy. I utilize EMDR to reduce PSTD, depression and anxiety.

Hello there. I am Alysha Hays, LCSW, Psychotherapist. I have worked with clients of all ages as a mental health therapist. Since 2011, I have been providing therapy to individuals, children, teens, adults, elderly, couples and families. My approach to therapy is client-centered. I focus on each person exactly where they are in their life, by helping them to gain perspective on their circumstances and gain the ability to take back control of their life. There is no judgment and each client will be welcomed and supported throughout their therapy journey.