In Person Therapists in Carson, CA

Hey there! I'm Ashleigh, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for helping people navigate through life's ups and downs. I understand that life can throw some major curveballs and it's not always easy to navigate through them. That's where I come in! I'm here to support and empower you as you tackle life's challenges and work towards your goals.
Hey there! I'm Ashleigh, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for helping people navigate through life's ups and downs. I understand that life can throw some major curveballs and it's not always easy to navigate through them. That's where I come in! I'm here to support and empower you as you tackle life's challenges and work towards your goals.

Aiming Forward Counseling Services Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACT, MSW
Verified Verified
Carson, CA 90746
I have over ten years of experience providing individual, family, and couples therapeutic services in English and Spanish. I work with all age groups, ranging from toddlers to seniors, from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, including homeless people, veterans, homemakers, students, members of the LBGTQ community, and blue- and white-collar workers. I have hands-on experience working with various diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD), and psychosis (schizophrenia, schizoaffective, bipolar).
I have over ten years of experience providing individual, family, and couples therapeutic services in English and Spanish. I work with all age groups, ranging from toddlers to seniors, from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, including homeless people, veterans, homemakers, students, members of the LBGTQ community, and blue- and white-collar workers. I have hands-on experience working with various diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD), and psychosis (schizophrenia, schizoaffective, bipolar).

Feeling overwhelmed by the emotional ups and downs in your relationship? Ready to Transform Your Relationship?You're not alone. In the journey of marriage or long-term partnerships, encountering challenges is inevitable. The key to navigating these rough waters is eeking timely help and guidance. And that's where I step in to make a difference with practical solutions to help you have those difficult conversations with your partner and provide easy-to-use tools for maintaining intimacy and closeness, My program isn't just about reducing conflicts; it's about discovering what you both truly want and need in your relationship.
Feeling overwhelmed by the emotional ups and downs in your relationship? Ready to Transform Your Relationship?You're not alone. In the journey of marriage or long-term partnerships, encountering challenges is inevitable. The key to navigating these rough waters is eeking timely help and guidance. And that's where I step in to make a difference with practical solutions to help you have those difficult conversations with your partner and provide easy-to-use tools for maintaining intimacy and closeness, My program isn't just about reducing conflicts; it's about discovering what you both truly want and need in your relationship.

Do you feel you are cruising through life without having any clue who you truly are, what your passion is, what your talents are, and who you want to be? Do you feel stuck in a job you hate, a toxic relationship, or a negative mindset? If questions like 'who am I?' and 'why am I here on earth?' bug you because you can’t seem to find an answer, you are not alone. This is where I step in & work with you to answer these tough questions.
Do you feel you are cruising through life without having any clue who you truly are, what your passion is, what your talents are, and who you want to be? Do you feel stuck in a job you hate, a toxic relationship, or a negative mindset? If questions like 'who am I?' and 'why am I here on earth?' bug you because you can’t seem to find an answer, you are not alone. This is where I step in & work with you to answer these tough questions.

Reaching out for help is a difficult thing to do. However, you are closer to your healing by viewing this. You may have felt misunderstood throughout your life, but self acceptance is the primary goal. My desire is for you to improve your daily functioning and satisfaction in your life. Engaging in individual, family, couples, and group therapy, you will enhance your communication skills, coping strategies, and a sense of emotional and mental wellness. Opportunities for a happier and more fulfilling life are developed through compassion, collaboration, and support. By picking up the phone and dialing my number you have displayed self love and hope.
Reaching out for help is a difficult thing to do. However, you are closer to your healing by viewing this. You may have felt misunderstood throughout your life, but self acceptance is the primary goal. My desire is for you to improve your daily functioning and satisfaction in your life. Engaging in individual, family, couples, and group therapy, you will enhance your communication skills, coping strategies, and a sense of emotional and mental wellness. Opportunities for a happier and more fulfilling life are developed through compassion, collaboration, and support. By picking up the phone and dialing my number you have displayed self love and hope.

Life brings about many challenges and sometimes they can feel overwhelming. Are you stressed out? Are you depressed? Are you experiencing relationship problems that seem insurmountable? Are your children out of control? Is your teenager's life beginning to unravel? Let's work together to help find the best solutions for you.
Life brings about many challenges and sometimes they can feel overwhelming. Are you stressed out? Are you depressed? Are you experiencing relationship problems that seem insurmountable? Are your children out of control? Is your teenager's life beginning to unravel? Let's work together to help find the best solutions for you.

I’m so glad you decided to take this step towards your well-being and happiness! I’m here to support you on your journey of healing and growth. Therapy can be a powerful tool to help you cope with challenges, discover new insights, and achieve your goals. In our sessions, we will work together to create a safe and trusting space where you can express yourself freely and explore your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. I will listen to you with empathy and respect and offer you feedback/ guidance based on evidence-based practices and my clinical training. You are in the driver’s seat, and I’m here to support you on your journey.
I’m so glad you decided to take this step towards your well-being and happiness! I’m here to support you on your journey of healing and growth. Therapy can be a powerful tool to help you cope with challenges, discover new insights, and achieve your goals. In our sessions, we will work together to create a safe and trusting space where you can express yourself freely and explore your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. I will listen to you with empathy and respect and offer you feedback/ guidance based on evidence-based practices and my clinical training. You are in the driver’s seat, and I’m here to support you on your journey.

Currently, during this challenging time, I am handling Client Sessions in person, via phone, FaceTime or Zoom.
Is stress, anxiety, depression, or overwhelm an issue? Sometimes life brings changes that are difficult to cope with; loss of a loved one, loss of health, loss of employment, trauma, divorce. I provide a safe and accepting environment in which we can process these changes together, finding your strengths and empowering you to meet these challenges.
Currently, during this challenging time, I am handling Client Sessions in person, via phone, FaceTime or Zoom.
Is stress, anxiety, depression, or overwhelm an issue? Sometimes life brings changes that are difficult to cope with; loss of a loved one, loss of health, loss of employment, trauma, divorce. I provide a safe and accepting environment in which we can process these changes together, finding your strengths and empowering you to meet these challenges.

Aimee McCaffrey Brasher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am currently providing both telehealth and in person therapy.
Choosing a therapist can be a difficult process, I believe my role as a therapist is to partner with my clients to create a safe and non-judgemental environment while working with clients conjointly in learning more about themselves and resolving past pain in an effort to promote insight and healing. I believe in assisting my clients in identifying their goals, while exploring healthy strategies they can utilize in achieving these goals. Personal growth and healing is a goal that is unique to each individual, utilizing multiple strategies in an effort to promote healing through awareness and insight.
I am currently providing both telehealth and in person therapy.
Choosing a therapist can be a difficult process, I believe my role as a therapist is to partner with my clients to create a safe and non-judgemental environment while working with clients conjointly in learning more about themselves and resolving past pain in an effort to promote insight and healing. I believe in assisting my clients in identifying their goals, while exploring healthy strategies they can utilize in achieving these goals. Personal growth and healing is a goal that is unique to each individual, utilizing multiple strategies in an effort to promote healing through awareness and insight.

Bonita Russell, LMFT Encouraged Soul Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
FREE Consultation! Offering Virtual Therapy to Clients Across the State of California. Are you stressed from comparing yourself to others or striving to be the "perfect mom?” Do you carry guilt or shame from having a child with mental health or special needs condition? Are you wondering if you can include your Christian faith in therapy? Do you care for an aging loved one or maybe your grandchild and you are overwhelmed? I can help by creating a safe space for you to address your concerns, heal, and find better ways to manage your life. You don't have to do this alone. Let’s connect for a FREE Consultation!
FREE Consultation! Offering Virtual Therapy to Clients Across the State of California. Are you stressed from comparing yourself to others or striving to be the "perfect mom?” Do you carry guilt or shame from having a child with mental health or special needs condition? Are you wondering if you can include your Christian faith in therapy? Do you care for an aging loved one or maybe your grandchild and you are overwhelmed? I can help by creating a safe space for you to address your concerns, heal, and find better ways to manage your life. You don't have to do this alone. Let’s connect for a FREE Consultation!

I see clients in person or virtually.
I am a therapist who works together with adults towards regaining balance in their lives after experiencing trauma, insomnia, anxiety or stress. I work towards resolving challenging life events, upsetting memories, decreased interest and avoidance of things you used to enjoy, or if you feel cautious in situations that are familiar to you. You may have wanted to talk with someone about these events, and discuss solutions that you have in mind while gaining new insights into your own abilities. I have experience helping adults, families, college students, employees, military members and veterans with a variety of challenges.
I see clients in person or virtually.
I am a therapist who works together with adults towards regaining balance in their lives after experiencing trauma, insomnia, anxiety or stress. I work towards resolving challenging life events, upsetting memories, decreased interest and avoidance of things you used to enjoy, or if you feel cautious in situations that are familiar to you. You may have wanted to talk with someone about these events, and discuss solutions that you have in mind while gaining new insights into your own abilities. I have experience helping adults, families, college students, employees, military members and veterans with a variety of challenges.
Meet Our In Person Therapists

When life presents challenges, even the most robust and resourceful individuals can become overwhelmed, feel insecure, alone and lost. Psychological consulting can create an environment where acceptance is experienced, healthy coping strategies are developed and resilience is cultivated. Your decision to explore your life through supportive psychotherapy can promote the healing of past emotional injuries and assist with the difficulties of current stressors.
When life presents challenges, even the most robust and resourceful individuals can become overwhelmed, feel insecure, alone and lost. Psychological consulting can create an environment where acceptance is experienced, healthy coping strategies are developed and resilience is cultivated. Your decision to explore your life through supportive psychotherapy can promote the healing of past emotional injuries and assist with the difficulties of current stressors.

Life is filled with many difficulties and unexpected events, and seeking therapy is a great start to help you navigate these challenges. I provide a safe, supportive, and empathetic therapeutic environment for my clients, helping them explore and process the struggles they encounter in life. Sometimes these struggles are accompanied by overwhelming thoughts and emotions, and I’m here to help my clients understand how they are impacted and what is best for them to move forward.
Life is filled with many difficulties and unexpected events, and seeking therapy is a great start to help you navigate these challenges. I provide a safe, supportive, and empathetic therapeutic environment for my clients, helping them explore and process the struggles they encounter in life. Sometimes these struggles are accompanied by overwhelming thoughts and emotions, and I’m here to help my clients understand how they are impacted and what is best for them to move forward.

I am currently accepting clients with limited in person availability in the evenings and offering Telehealth sessions.
I work with Black women who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and those having difficulty managing life transitions. I work with women who need assistance with creating a work life balance, women who are managing unhealthy relationships, women with self-esteem issues, and women who need guidance with addressing life stressors. As a Black women and South Central native, it is my passion to transform lives, promote mental health awareness to people like me, provide culturally responsive treatment, and erase the stigma around mental health.
I am currently accepting clients with limited in person availability in the evenings and offering Telehealth sessions.
I work with Black women who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and those having difficulty managing life transitions. I work with women who need assistance with creating a work life balance, women who are managing unhealthy relationships, women with self-esteem issues, and women who need guidance with addressing life stressors. As a Black women and South Central native, it is my passion to transform lives, promote mental health awareness to people like me, provide culturally responsive treatment, and erase the stigma around mental health.

Erlinda Addison
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer therapy online and in person and am flexible.
I understand that you are knowledgeable about your own experiences, although there may be moments when you feel uncertain. We will strive to achieve objectives that promote development, recovery, and constructive transformation. You may require support as we navigate this journey together. Using various treatment methods, we will collaborate to develop effective coping strategies to overcome challenges and incorporate immediate stress management.
I offer therapy online and in person and am flexible.
I understand that you are knowledgeable about your own experiences, although there may be moments when you feel uncertain. We will strive to achieve objectives that promote development, recovery, and constructive transformation. You may require support as we navigate this journey together. Using various treatment methods, we will collaborate to develop effective coping strategies to overcome challenges and incorporate immediate stress management.

My specialties include treatment for: mood and anxiety disorders, emotion dysregulation, substance abuse, ADHD, trichotillomania, body dysmorphic disorder, hoarding, women's health issues, relationship issues, asperger's disorder, and avoidant, perfectionistic, and dependent personality styles. I practice using empirically-supported treatments drawing heavily from cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy. I treat individuals of all ages.
My specialties include treatment for: mood and anxiety disorders, emotion dysregulation, substance abuse, ADHD, trichotillomania, body dysmorphic disorder, hoarding, women's health issues, relationship issues, asperger's disorder, and avoidant, perfectionistic, and dependent personality styles. I practice using empirically-supported treatments drawing heavily from cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy. I treat individuals of all ages.

Losing the ability to communicate with our children and/or significant other can be challenging. I offer tools and techniques to be able to increase the closeness and communication needed for nuturing and loving relationships.
Losing the ability to communicate with our children and/or significant other can be challenging. I offer tools and techniques to be able to increase the closeness and communication needed for nuturing and loving relationships.

Denise Hardy Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASWCM, CDWF
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of professional experience. My practice as a psychotherapist is in behavioral health counseling, shame resilience theory, and complimented by key concepts and principles of solution focused therapy, positive psychology, mindfulness, and self compassion. I am a certified Daring Way (tm), (CDWF-Facilitator) LLC, a psycho-educational curriculum based on the research of Dr. Brene Brown. I work primarily with adults and those who want to achieve their best performances while striving for an enhanced quality of life. I am also a Certified Neurodiverse Couples Coach
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of professional experience. My practice as a psychotherapist is in behavioral health counseling, shame resilience theory, and complimented by key concepts and principles of solution focused therapy, positive psychology, mindfulness, and self compassion. I am a certified Daring Way (tm), (CDWF-Facilitator) LLC, a psycho-educational curriculum based on the research of Dr. Brene Brown. I work primarily with adults and those who want to achieve their best performances while striving for an enhanced quality of life. I am also a Certified Neurodiverse Couples Coach

Lenwood Patterson/Trauma-Informed Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I can help you overcome barriers to living up to your full potential by working with you to explore: What are these barriers? How can we heal these specific challenges together? I bring both academic expertise and personal experience to my practice, which enables me to guide you on your path to becoming the best version of yourself. Having navigated and overcome significant challenges in my own life, I understand the resilience and commitment required to transform pain into growth. My primary focus has been working with individuals in addiction recovery, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community.
I can help you overcome barriers to living up to your full potential by working with you to explore: What are these barriers? How can we heal these specific challenges together? I bring both academic expertise and personal experience to my practice, which enables me to guide you on your path to becoming the best version of yourself. Having navigated and overcome significant challenges in my own life, I understand the resilience and commitment required to transform pain into growth. My primary focus has been working with individuals in addiction recovery, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community.

Dr. Naynette Kennett - Couples Specialist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling alone and frustrated about your life or your relationship/marriage? Are you feeling disconnected from your partner and want to rebuild your relationship? Are you experiencing some challenges in life or your relationship that have become too overwhelming? Do you often worry and unable to focus? Do feel alone or lonely in your life? Have you experienced trauma and don't know how to move forward? I know it can be hard to reach out for help and begin individual or couples therapy. Therapy is a safe space to explore and learn to thrive during difficult times in life.
Are you feeling alone and frustrated about your life or your relationship/marriage? Are you feeling disconnected from your partner and want to rebuild your relationship? Are you experiencing some challenges in life or your relationship that have become too overwhelming? Do you often worry and unable to focus? Do feel alone or lonely in your life? Have you experienced trauma and don't know how to move forward? I know it can be hard to reach out for help and begin individual or couples therapy. Therapy is a safe space to explore and learn to thrive during difficult times in life.
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