Therapists in Riverside, CA
Diane L Maldonado
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92507
Did you know that 1 in 10 adults suffer with some form of depression each year and it is estimated 31% experience anxiety at some point in their life (NIMH, 2023)? If this resonates with you I'm here to help you experience more peace of mind. I have had training in Trauma Focused CBT and have a deep desire to help children, adults and couples become restored. I also have training in the Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM) good for helping with anxiety and depression and embrace EFT. Assisting you as you navigate the grief that comes with experiencing deep wounds, so that you can negotiate the future, is my intentional purpose.
Did you know that 1 in 10 adults suffer with some form of depression each year and it is estimated 31% experience anxiety at some point in their life (NIMH, 2023)? If this resonates with you I'm here to help you experience more peace of mind. I have had training in Trauma Focused CBT and have a deep desire to help children, adults and couples become restored. I also have training in the Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM) good for helping with anxiety and depression and embrace EFT. Assisting you as you navigate the grief that comes with experiencing deep wounds, so that you can negotiate the future, is my intentional purpose.
Christine Rayford
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92506
Waitlist for new clients
If you are experiencing a difficult time dealing with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress, low self-confidence, relationship conflicts, challenging life transitions, or other burdensome issues, I would love to help. My approach to therapy is to provide mental and emotional support along with practical feedback. I offer each of my clients a highly personalized approach by integrating complementary techniques and methods. With compassion and understanding, I work with each client to help instill hope, and facilitate healing, change and growth so that they may achieve a sense of fulfillment and a life of contentment.
If you are experiencing a difficult time dealing with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress, low self-confidence, relationship conflicts, challenging life transitions, or other burdensome issues, I would love to help. My approach to therapy is to provide mental and emotional support along with practical feedback. I offer each of my clients a highly personalized approach by integrating complementary techniques and methods. With compassion and understanding, I work with each client to help instill hope, and facilitate healing, change and growth so that they may achieve a sense of fulfillment and a life of contentment.
Tanisha Jarmon-Flores
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAMC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92506 (Online Only)
We can’t stop life from happening, but we can learn the tools to manage our day to day and cope with things outside of our control. I became a Marriage and Family Therapist because I wanted to help others understand what drives their responses, learn to change unhealthy thought processes, and move forward mentally and emotionally. I’m passionate about working with teenagers and young adults because I want to help them find the voice that society and old-world values took away. I also have a strong desire to help keep families together by encouraging their understanding of how the entire family system is impacted by mental illness.
We can’t stop life from happening, but we can learn the tools to manage our day to day and cope with things outside of our control. I became a Marriage and Family Therapist because I wanted to help others understand what drives their responses, learn to change unhealthy thought processes, and move forward mentally and emotionally. I’m passionate about working with teenagers and young adults because I want to help them find the voice that society and old-world values took away. I also have a strong desire to help keep families together by encouraging their understanding of how the entire family system is impacted by mental illness.
Matthew McKernan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92508
Hello! My name is Matthew. Thanks for visiting my profile! I am an eclectic therapist (MFT) who - depending on what it is on which you'd like to work - draws from a number of different modalities (from gestalt to psychodynamic to trauma-informed to solution-focused and more). My goal is to help you become more aware of your wholeness and your own inherent abilities to heal and create for yourself a life imbued with meaning, purpose, wonder, healthy relationships, and spiritual well-being.
Hello! My name is Matthew. Thanks for visiting my profile! I am an eclectic therapist (MFT) who - depending on what it is on which you'd like to work - draws from a number of different modalities (from gestalt to psychodynamic to trauma-informed to solution-focused and more). My goal is to help you become more aware of your wholeness and your own inherent abilities to heal and create for yourself a life imbued with meaning, purpose, wonder, healthy relationships, and spiritual well-being.
Melissa Coulson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92506 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who is ready to try something different to address issues they face, see things in a different light, and is willing to do the work to create the change that will help them be happier and healthier. I help clients to build their mental toolbox to address current issues and be better prepared to meet new challenges with confidence throughout the rest of their lives and clients who are open to this benefit the most. I love working with clients who are ready to prioritize themselves and commit to this journey.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to try something different to address issues they face, see things in a different light, and is willing to do the work to create the change that will help them be happier and healthier. I help clients to build their mental toolbox to address current issues and be better prepared to meet new challenges with confidence throughout the rest of their lives and clients who are open to this benefit the most. I love working with clients who are ready to prioritize themselves and commit to this journey.
Carrie Cooper
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92501
Carrie Anne Cooper is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2001. She was a Navy brat and has lived all over the world. She went to school in Asia from age 7 to about 11 years old. Carrie graduated high school in California and has lived in Southern California ever since. She went to the University of California, Irvine (UCI), and went to Pepperdine University for her Master's Degree. Carrie has been working in the field of psychology for more than 20 years, working with a variety of populations and diagnoses.
Carrie Anne Cooper is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2001. She was a Navy brat and has lived all over the world. She went to school in Asia from age 7 to about 11 years old. Carrie graduated high school in California and has lived in Southern California ever since. She went to the University of California, Irvine (UCI), and went to Pepperdine University for her Master's Degree. Carrie has been working in the field of psychology for more than 20 years, working with a variety of populations and diagnoses.
Maribel Robles
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92506
Teens and young adults really do not have it easy, they are feeling overwhelmed by the demands of this fast paced society. As a parent you might be concerned that they are feeling overwhelmed and stressed. You might be worrying that they are expressing feeling depressed or anxious. If you are the teen or young adult and are tired of feeling like you can’t do it anymore and wonder if things ever get better, then the answer is yes: things can get better. I, Maribel, founder of Hermanas Wholistic Counseling can help you regain that joy and hope in your life and work on healing the mother-daughter relationship.
Teens and young adults really do not have it easy, they are feeling overwhelmed by the demands of this fast paced society. As a parent you might be concerned that they are feeling overwhelmed and stressed. You might be worrying that they are expressing feeling depressed or anxious. If you are the teen or young adult and are tired of feeling like you can’t do it anymore and wonder if things ever get better, then the answer is yes: things can get better. I, Maribel, founder of Hermanas Wholistic Counseling can help you regain that joy and hope in your life and work on healing the mother-daughter relationship.
11-10 Therapy, A Marriage and Family Therapy Corp
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92506
What happens when your vocation routinely requires you to be there at someone else's worst moment of their life? What happens when you cannot shake the day off when you come home? Who can you reach out to when you give all you can and it never seems to be enough for the people you're trying to help, your boss, or your family when you are home? How did a "career" become your life and the highs and lows seem to define your worth? Healthy processing of traumatic events and their proper placement in your life can help you realign thinking patterns, release negativity, and reclaim joy.
What happens when your vocation routinely requires you to be there at someone else's worst moment of their life? What happens when you cannot shake the day off when you come home? Who can you reach out to when you give all you can and it never seems to be enough for the people you're trying to help, your boss, or your family when you are home? How did a "career" become your life and the highs and lows seem to define your worth? Healthy processing of traumatic events and their proper placement in your life can help you realign thinking patterns, release negativity, and reclaim joy.
Ann Hodgdon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
Hello! My name is Ann Hodgdon, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I view all clients as individuals and work with you to identify your areas of focus and your personal goals. I generally utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I love working with adults from all backgrounds. My experience in a variety of Mental Health settings has given me a unique perspective. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 25 years and have worked extensively with individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic mental illness, and addiction.
Hello! My name is Ann Hodgdon, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I view all clients as individuals and work with you to identify your areas of focus and your personal goals. I generally utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I love working with adults from all backgrounds. My experience in a variety of Mental Health settings has given me a unique perspective. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 25 years and have worked extensively with individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic mental illness, and addiction.
Karla Elizondo - Therapist - Mindset Coach
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92508 (Online Only)
We are both physical and spiritual beings. It is when we forget to nurture each part that we lose our center and become out of balance. I have dedicated my life to understanding how our emotions impact our behavior and habits. I am a passionate student of the Mind-Body-Soul connection and approach therapy from a holistic point of view. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem/Self-image, Unblocking Creative Expression and Addictive Behavior.
We are both physical and spiritual beings. It is when we forget to nurture each part that we lose our center and become out of balance. I have dedicated my life to understanding how our emotions impact our behavior and habits. I am a passionate student of the Mind-Body-Soul connection and approach therapy from a holistic point of view. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem/Self-image, Unblocking Creative Expression and Addictive Behavior.
Carol Mo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92505 (Online Only)
My therapy style is adaptive, collaborative, and responsive to your unique needs and therapy goals. I am committed to supporting you in an emotionally and physically safe space as we explore ways to empower you to live a more healthy, satisfied, and meaningful life as you define it. We can together explore what that could be for you as you take the first courageous step in seeking a therapist that can support your personal healing journey. We can also adjust the pace of therapy should you choose to spend more time exploring your inner emotional and thought life, past or present challenging life circumstances.
My therapy style is adaptive, collaborative, and responsive to your unique needs and therapy goals. I am committed to supporting you in an emotionally and physically safe space as we explore ways to empower you to live a more healthy, satisfied, and meaningful life as you define it. We can together explore what that could be for you as you take the first courageous step in seeking a therapist that can support your personal healing journey. We can also adjust the pace of therapy should you choose to spend more time exploring your inner emotional and thought life, past or present challenging life circumstances.
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Kevin Larkin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92505
My name is Kevin Larkin. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist living in Hawaii but providing telehealth in the great state of California. I work with adults 18 and over, using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement, Desensitization, and Reprocessing (EMDR). I typically work with adults who are dealing with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and life transitions. My focus in sessions is to help you build new coping strategies, improve communication skills, and work with you to discover new ways of being that allow you to reach your full potential as a human being.
My name is Kevin Larkin. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist living in Hawaii but providing telehealth in the great state of California. I work with adults 18 and over, using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement, Desensitization, and Reprocessing (EMDR). I typically work with adults who are dealing with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and life transitions. My focus in sessions is to help you build new coping strategies, improve communication skills, and work with you to discover new ways of being that allow you to reach your full potential as a human being.
Robyn D Norris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92507 (Online Only)
My passion lies in helping individuals from a relational perspective and instilling hope and assurance of one's individual journey. I believe we all have a story and the right to be heard and seen and that is what I look to offer you within our therapeutic relationship. i have experience treating adults with a wide array of issues such as depression, anxiety, attachment concerns, trauma, abuse, grief and loss, change of life issues, divorce, adoption, and relational disorders.
My passion lies in helping individuals from a relational perspective and instilling hope and assurance of one's individual journey. I believe we all have a story and the right to be heard and seen and that is what I look to offer you within our therapeutic relationship. i have experience treating adults with a wide array of issues such as depression, anxiety, attachment concerns, trauma, abuse, grief and loss, change of life issues, divorce, adoption, and relational disorders.
Krista Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92505 (Online Only)
I am licensed in Arizona and California with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & bipolar disorder. I also have experience working with depression and bipolar clients. I have been working with children and families for about 20 + years. I work with clients to create an open and safe environments where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgement. i hear to help you take the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.
I am licensed in Arizona and California with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & bipolar disorder. I also have experience working with depression and bipolar clients. I have been working with children and families for about 20 + years. I work with clients to create an open and safe environments where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgement. i hear to help you take the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.
Life Source Affordable Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92507
If you have been looking for professional help with problems related to your marriage, family or stress in your life, but have not been able to afford the cost of therapy...we can help! You can get the help you need now at an extremely affordable rate by making an appointment with one of our qualified Associates or Graduate student Trainees in Marriage & Family Therapy. Life Source Training Institute in Riverside, Calif., is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to providing affordable counseling and family education to the community.
If you have been looking for professional help with problems related to your marriage, family or stress in your life, but have not been able to afford the cost of therapy...we can help! You can get the help you need now at an extremely affordable rate by making an appointment with one of our qualified Associates or Graduate student Trainees in Marriage & Family Therapy. Life Source Training Institute in Riverside, Calif., is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to providing affordable counseling and family education to the community.
Danielle Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92509 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Welcome, I am here to support your strengths and goals while utilizing evidence-based practice to assist you on your journey through life. My goal is to develop an open and genuine relationship so that my clients have a safe space to process and grow. I am experienced in working with Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, BiPolar, and personality disorders. I am currently available for Telehealth in California via PATH Mental Health (pathmentalhealth.com).
Welcome, I am here to support your strengths and goals while utilizing evidence-based practice to assist you on your journey through life. My goal is to develop an open and genuine relationship so that my clients have a safe space to process and grow. I am experienced in working with Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, BiPolar, and personality disorders. I am currently available for Telehealth in California via PATH Mental Health (pathmentalhealth.com).
Katelyn Galvin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92503
Hi, I'm Katelyn Carr Galvin, LMFT 111653, and I approach therapy as a place where you can be seen and heard in all phases of your life. I specialize in supporting women experiencing anxiety and stress often as a result of trauma, relational wounds, and overwhelming circumstances in life. I work with many women who have so much on their plates, from parenting to juggling work environments and life transitions. Wearing all these hats can feel burdensome and sometimes cause you to lose connection to yourself and others.
Hi, I'm Katelyn Carr Galvin, LMFT 111653, and I approach therapy as a place where you can be seen and heard in all phases of your life. I specialize in supporting women experiencing anxiety and stress often as a result of trauma, relational wounds, and overwhelming circumstances in life. I work with many women who have so much on their plates, from parenting to juggling work environments and life transitions. Wearing all these hats can feel burdensome and sometimes cause you to lose connection to yourself and others.
Mark Summers, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92505
Hi, and thanks for browsing my profile! I want to congratulate you on taking this crucial first step in your recovery. It's so important to choose a therapist you can trust and relate to; after all, no therapist (and no single type of therapy) is right for everyone. You may need to address a traumatic event in your life, or some other challenge to your mental health. Perhaps you're ready to work on improving your most important relationships. Or maybe you just want a safe space to talk things out with someone who will listen and support you. I’m here to help. My name is Mark Summers, and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
Hi, and thanks for browsing my profile! I want to congratulate you on taking this crucial first step in your recovery. It's so important to choose a therapist you can trust and relate to; after all, no therapist (and no single type of therapy) is right for everyone. You may need to address a traumatic event in your life, or some other challenge to your mental health. Perhaps you're ready to work on improving your most important relationships. Or maybe you just want a safe space to talk things out with someone who will listen and support you. I’m here to help. My name is Mark Summers, and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
Liz Seter
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92506
Waitlist for new clients
Burdens can feel heavy to carry. Healing should not occur in isolation & I am honored to walk alongside you in this journey. As someone who has always loved hearing other people’s stories, I am looking forward to hearing yours. Your life may be plagued by difficulties & I aim to empower you to own & reclaim your story. My approach to therapy is grounded in creating a safe, relatable, & compassionate space that nourishes your growth & healing. I balance offering practical tools for your everyday life & direct feedback for you to gain newfound insights. I value engaging in deep & meaningful work with clients.
Burdens can feel heavy to carry. Healing should not occur in isolation & I am honored to walk alongside you in this journey. As someone who has always loved hearing other people’s stories, I am looking forward to hearing yours. Your life may be plagued by difficulties & I aim to empower you to own & reclaim your story. My approach to therapy is grounded in creating a safe, relatable, & compassionate space that nourishes your growth & healing. I balance offering practical tools for your everyday life & direct feedback for you to gain newfound insights. I value engaging in deep & meaningful work with clients.
Tracy Taris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92507
Hello, I'm Tracy Taris. Welcome. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who offers hope and healing to my clients. I offer couples, individual, and family counseling. My specialty populations include Entertainment Industry People and other Creatives, Christians, and people in need of empowerment. I treat creative blocks, communication issues, stress, panic and other anxiety disorders, and sleep disorders. I also specialize in women's, spirituality, relationship, and mind/body issues.
Hello, I'm Tracy Taris. Welcome. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who offers hope and healing to my clients. I offer couples, individual, and family counseling. My specialty populations include Entertainment Industry People and other Creatives, Christians, and people in need of empowerment. I treat creative blocks, communication issues, stress, panic and other anxiety disorders, and sleep disorders. I also specialize in women's, spirituality, relationship, and mind/body issues.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Riverside, CA
700+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Riverside, CA who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
70% | Self Esteem |
69% | Stress |
68% | Relationship Issues |
68% | Coping Skills |
64% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
78% | Aetna |
75% | Cigna and Evernorth |
66% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Riverside, CA see their clients
70% | In Person and Online | |
30% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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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.