Therapists in Chico, CA
I use a strength-based, client-centered approach, allowing individuals to explore their experiences at a pace that feels true and manageable for them. My style is gentle, steady, and collaborative, with a strong foundation in trauma-informed care. I believe we are all doing the best we can with the tools we have, the history we carry, and the pressures of day-to-day life. Everyone deserves a space where their story can unfold without judgment or pressure. That’s the kind of space I try to create.
I use a strength-based, client-centered approach, allowing individuals to explore their experiences at a pace that feels true and manageable for them. My style is gentle, steady, and collaborative, with a strong foundation in trauma-informed care. I believe we are all doing the best we can with the tools we have, the history we carry, and the pressures of day-to-day life. Everyone deserves a space where their story can unfold without judgment or pressure. That’s the kind of space I try to create.
I believe in the transformative power of therapy, and my approach is rooted in collaboration and empowerment. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to emotional distress. Additionally, my expertise in Dialectical Behavior Therapy enriches my practice by incorporating skills for emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and mindfulness.
I believe in the transformative power of therapy, and my approach is rooted in collaboration and empowerment. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to emotional distress. Additionally, my expertise in Dialectical Behavior Therapy enriches my practice by incorporating skills for emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and mindfulness.
If you’ve ever felt like you had to carry it all, keep it together, or make yourself smaller just to belong, you’re not alone. Therapy should be a place where you can set that weight down. You don’t have to prove you’re struggling “enough” or explain away your pain. Here, clients can feel at home in themselves, understand who they are, and navigate change without losing the parts of themselves that matter most.
If you’ve ever felt like you had to carry it all, keep it together, or make yourself smaller just to belong, you’re not alone. Therapy should be a place where you can set that weight down. You don’t have to prove you’re struggling “enough” or explain away your pain. Here, clients can feel at home in themselves, understand who they are, and navigate change without losing the parts of themselves that matter most.
My counseling style is eclectic and client focused with a systems perspective. I have experience working with children, adolescents, individuals, families and couples. I believe that people act or behave with the intent of feeling good, but often develop coping behavior along the path of life that no longer serves them. I assist clients in identifying and connecting with the positive intent behind "dysfunctional behavior", and discovering new methods of coping that lead to a more balanced and joyful journey through life.
My counseling style is eclectic and client focused with a systems perspective. I have experience working with children, adolescents, individuals, families and couples. I believe that people act or behave with the intent of feeling good, but often develop coping behavior along the path of life that no longer serves them. I assist clients in identifying and connecting with the positive intent behind "dysfunctional behavior", and discovering new methods of coping that lead to a more balanced and joyful journey through life.
Hello there, I am Amy Rhoades, LCSW. Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed and unsure how to find new coping strategies? Are you struggling with being kind to yourself? Have you experienced trauma throughout your life, a one time event, or even through childhood and need support in managing the symptoms of the trauma or other life events? Do you struggle with grief and loss, and feel getting out of grief is never ending? Or substance use? I am here to help you find your inner strengths and resiliency. I work with those with PTSD, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, just to name a few.
Hello there, I am Amy Rhoades, LCSW. Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed and unsure how to find new coping strategies? Are you struggling with being kind to yourself? Have you experienced trauma throughout your life, a one time event, or even through childhood and need support in managing the symptoms of the trauma or other life events? Do you struggle with grief and loss, and feel getting out of grief is never ending? Or substance use? I am here to help you find your inner strengths and resiliency. I work with those with PTSD, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, just to name a few.
Hello/Hola my name is Danny Munguia, LCSW. I am a bilingual Licensed
Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of clinical experience. My
professional background has allowed me to work with individuals of all ages,
providing individual psychotherapy to children, families, and adults. I
have depth of experience in various clinical settings, working with diverse
populations.
Hello/Hola my name is Danny Munguia, LCSW. I am a bilingual Licensed
Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of clinical experience. My
professional background has allowed me to work with individuals of all ages,
providing individual psychotherapy to children, families, and adults. I
have depth of experience in various clinical settings, working with diverse
populations.
My deep appreciation for travel and learning about diverse cultures has shaped my ability to connect with people from all walks of life. I welcome the opportunity to walk alongside you as you navigate your journey toward healing, growth, and self-discovery. If you're looking for a therapist who will truly listen with empathy and maintain an open mind, you're in the right place. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space where your unique experiences are respected and valued.
My deep appreciation for travel and learning about diverse cultures has shaped my ability to connect with people from all walks of life. I welcome the opportunity to walk alongside you as you navigate your journey toward healing, growth, and self-discovery. If you're looking for a therapist who will truly listen with empathy and maintain an open mind, you're in the right place. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space where your unique experiences are respected and valued.
Almost all of us fear our anger, but a nearly equal portion fear our love. This is a problem, since almost no one teaches us how to work with these forces or even what they are (let alone how they relate to each other as both separable and intermingling phenomena). Insofar as we fail to understand these basic facts, we remain fragmented and alienated from our own nature. We all love and hate, often in equal measure, by nature.
Almost all of us fear our anger, but a nearly equal portion fear our love. This is a problem, since almost no one teaches us how to work with these forces or even what they are (let alone how they relate to each other as both separable and intermingling phenomena). Insofar as we fail to understand these basic facts, we remain fragmented and alienated from our own nature. We all love and hate, often in equal measure, by nature.
Time to make some changes? Want to prevent divorce? Having trouble just talking to each other? Feeling depressed, anxious, hopeless? There's warm, professional, sensitive and good-humored help available, using competence gained from many years of experience. I help couples with high conflict, including infidelity, who want to improve their relationship, or even save it, and to become more hopeful. I also have extensive experience and training in treating anxiety, panic, stress, anger, depression, and substance problems. I take satisfaction in successful outcomes with clients who believed therapy couldn't help. (Also LGBTQ friendly).
Time to make some changes? Want to prevent divorce? Having trouble just talking to each other? Feeling depressed, anxious, hopeless? There's warm, professional, sensitive and good-humored help available, using competence gained from many years of experience. I help couples with high conflict, including infidelity, who want to improve their relationship, or even save it, and to become more hopeful. I also have extensive experience and training in treating anxiety, panic, stress, anger, depression, and substance problems. I take satisfaction in successful outcomes with clients who believed therapy couldn't help. (Also LGBTQ friendly).
I am a holistic therapist who focuses on re- empowerment of the people I work with. Instead of looking at symptoms in isolation, I zoom out and look at the entire person as a whole putting critical thought into the “why?” of symptoms. My experience has given me the ability to view all of the major elements of life, and “see” where the imbalance is. We will evaluate and give space for psychoeducation around factors such as diet, sleep, movement, work, school, relationships, environment, historical facts, and thoughts with high level goals to significantly reduce or eliminate symptoms versus managing them.
I am a holistic therapist who focuses on re- empowerment of the people I work with. Instead of looking at symptoms in isolation, I zoom out and look at the entire person as a whole putting critical thought into the “why?” of symptoms. My experience has given me the ability to view all of the major elements of life, and “see” where the imbalance is. We will evaluate and give space for psychoeducation around factors such as diet, sleep, movement, work, school, relationships, environment, historical facts, and thoughts with high level goals to significantly reduce or eliminate symptoms versus managing them.
Lora Besser is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, providing therapy to children, families and adults. Lora uses a client centered, strength based approach, nurturing hope and belief in her clients ability to heal, while supporting their way to a path of personal resilience. Lora prioritizes her clients well-being, teaching self-compassion and encouraging a pursuit of self growth. She is relational, and genuine and she likes to honor the unique experiences that each of her clients bring to therapy.
Lora Besser is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, providing therapy to children, families and adults. Lora uses a client centered, strength based approach, nurturing hope and belief in her clients ability to heal, while supporting their way to a path of personal resilience. Lora prioritizes her clients well-being, teaching self-compassion and encouraging a pursuit of self growth. She is relational, and genuine and she likes to honor the unique experiences that each of her clients bring to therapy.
Experiencing depression, anxiety, substance abuse or other intense emotional issues can interfere with your ability to be present and enjoy your daily life. Are you looking for a place to share and process your thoughts and feelings without feeling judged? Would you like to make some changes to address negative moods or behaviors? It is possible and you don't have to do it alone.
Experiencing depression, anxiety, substance abuse or other intense emotional issues can interfere with your ability to be present and enjoy your daily life. Are you looking for a place to share and process your thoughts and feelings without feeling judged? Would you like to make some changes to address negative moods or behaviors? It is possible and you don't have to do it alone.
I have been in practice 40 yearsOver time, my work has expanded from exclusive focus on treating adult children of alcoholics, to include- eating disorders, families of bipolar patients, academic underachievement, depression/ anxiety, trauma, and grief. Often these issues are interrelated, and sometimes the singular matter. Women-in-transition groups have also been a mainstay of my practice. Recently, I included hypnotherapy to deepen the experience where appropriate. As the practice continues to grow, I'm reminded daily that it is my life's privilege to work with families and individuals, helping in the growth and healing process.
I have been in practice 40 yearsOver time, my work has expanded from exclusive focus on treating adult children of alcoholics, to include- eating disorders, families of bipolar patients, academic underachievement, depression/ anxiety, trauma, and grief. Often these issues are interrelated, and sometimes the singular matter. Women-in-transition groups have also been a mainstay of my practice. Recently, I included hypnotherapy to deepen the experience where appropriate. As the practice continues to grow, I'm reminded daily that it is my life's privilege to work with families and individuals, helping in the growth and healing process.
I am an eternal optimist, and believe strongly in using therapy to train clients to empower themselves. I use EMDR processing for anxiety and trauma processing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) skills for depression management. I believe strongly in helping people develop self-care regimens to prioritize themselves. My focus often includes working to assist people in finding a balance between home, work, family, school, socialization, and physical health. Goal setting is an important component of therapy, so we work together to establish treatment goals that are reasonable and attainable.
I am an eternal optimist, and believe strongly in using therapy to train clients to empower themselves. I use EMDR processing for anxiety and trauma processing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) skills for depression management. I believe strongly in helping people develop self-care regimens to prioritize themselves. My focus often includes working to assist people in finding a balance between home, work, family, school, socialization, and physical health. Goal setting is an important component of therapy, so we work together to establish treatment goals that are reasonable and attainable.
You’ve probably tried figuring it all out on your own—pushing through the anxiety, the spirals, the stuckness, the “what even is my life right now?” moments. Maybe you’ve been the strong one for too long, or maybe your brain just won’t give you a break. Either way, I’m glad you’re here.
I work with young adults (and the young at heart) who are navigating big feelings, big questions, and the messy in-between spaces. Anxiety, ADHD, depression, identity stuff, life transitions—you name it. I’m here for the deep talks, the awkward laughs, the “I swear this is probably TMI” moments, and everything in between.
You’ve probably tried figuring it all out on your own—pushing through the anxiety, the spirals, the stuckness, the “what even is my life right now?” moments. Maybe you’ve been the strong one for too long, or maybe your brain just won’t give you a break. Either way, I’m glad you’re here.
I work with young adults (and the young at heart) who are navigating big feelings, big questions, and the messy in-between spaces. Anxiety, ADHD, depression, identity stuff, life transitions—you name it. I’m here for the deep talks, the awkward laughs, the “I swear this is probably TMI” moments, and everything in between.
Over the last 21 years I have worked within Chico schools, Behavioral Health agencies, and Family Court as a Court Mediator. I enjoy working with adults, children and teens. My areas of specialty are Anxiety, Depression, Post-traumatic stress (EMDR), parenting issues, parental alienation, adolescent behavior issues, anger issues and Child play therapy. I have been effective in working with clients to identify their or parent's goals to overcome their personal barriers. I enjoy engaging clients to help them achieve their full potential, end their emotional distress, and communicate better.
Over the last 21 years I have worked within Chico schools, Behavioral Health agencies, and Family Court as a Court Mediator. I enjoy working with adults, children and teens. My areas of specialty are Anxiety, Depression, Post-traumatic stress (EMDR), parenting issues, parental alienation, adolescent behavior issues, anger issues and Child play therapy. I have been effective in working with clients to identify their or parent's goals to overcome their personal barriers. I enjoy engaging clients to help them achieve their full potential, end their emotional distress, and communicate better.
My name is Drew Caldwell and I have a clinical background in treating high acuity mental health disorders that include anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance, mood, and personality disorders. I have extensive experience working in foster care agencies and community outpatient clinics. My therapeutic approach is rooted in a humanistic perspective utilizing cognitive and dialectical behavior modalities with an emphasis on mindfulness-based stress reduction and holistic nutrition. I am eager to work with clients who are self-aware and are in need of a therapeutic connection.
My name is Drew Caldwell and I have a clinical background in treating high acuity mental health disorders that include anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance, mood, and personality disorders. I have extensive experience working in foster care agencies and community outpatient clinics. My therapeutic approach is rooted in a humanistic perspective utilizing cognitive and dialectical behavior modalities with an emphasis on mindfulness-based stress reduction and holistic nutrition. I am eager to work with clients who are self-aware and are in need of a therapeutic connection.
Are you looking for help with your relationship or personal improvement? Let's work together! I am committed to offering a safe, caring, and confidential space to take an in-depth look at what is and is not working for you in life, be it with a partner or regarding your own personal growth. We'll explore feelings, beliefs, behaviors, and discuss past experiences to problem-solve current situations. - To join the waiting list for therapy sessions visit Montrieljamari.com and sign up.
Are you looking for help with your relationship or personal improvement? Let's work together! I am committed to offering a safe, caring, and confidential space to take an in-depth look at what is and is not working for you in life, be it with a partner or regarding your own personal growth. We'll explore feelings, beliefs, behaviors, and discuss past experiences to problem-solve current situations. - To join the waiting list for therapy sessions visit Montrieljamari.com and sign up.
My name is Harry Jakobson 72495. My approach to therapy is to help people heal and work through their life experiences. My expertise is working with individuals, children, families, and couples. I work with clients of all ages. My experience comes from working in rural communities, providing 10 years of psychotherapy, training other clinicians, and providing integrative care. I use CBT, mindfulness, trauma-informed CBT, brain-spotting, EMDR, play therapy, and other modalities. Client centered communication. I focus on your needs for healing and change in your life.
My name is Harry Jakobson 72495. My approach to therapy is to help people heal and work through their life experiences. My expertise is working with individuals, children, families, and couples. I work with clients of all ages. My experience comes from working in rural communities, providing 10 years of psychotherapy, training other clinicians, and providing integrative care. I use CBT, mindfulness, trauma-informed CBT, brain-spotting, EMDR, play therapy, and other modalities. Client centered communication. I focus on your needs for healing and change in your life.
You’re Asking Yourself When Things Changed, & What Caused It. If you look in a mirror & feel like you don’t recognize the person looking back at you… Maybe you vaguely remember the last time you were happy, & everything was going right, but you don’t know how to get back there– You're not alone. We have all been there at one point or another in our lives. But, I believe that You Have The Power To Be The Person You Want To Become. In every session you’ll experience a safe space where you, or your child, can unpack life’s troubles, in the journey of finding freedom, healing, and wholeness. Together, we can get your life back on track.
You’re Asking Yourself When Things Changed, & What Caused It. If you look in a mirror & feel like you don’t recognize the person looking back at you… Maybe you vaguely remember the last time you were happy, & everything was going right, but you don’t know how to get back there– You're not alone. We have all been there at one point or another in our lives. But, I believe that You Have The Power To Be The Person You Want To Become. In every session you’ll experience a safe space where you, or your child, can unpack life’s troubles, in the journey of finding freedom, healing, and wholeness. Together, we can get your life back on track.
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Number of Therapists in Chico, CA
300+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Chico, CA who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 81% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 75% | Relationship Issues |
| 74% | Coping Skills |
| 74% | Self Esteem |
| 73% | Stress |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 60% | Other |
| 56% | Aetna |
| 50% | Anthem |
How Therapists in Chico, CA see their clients
| 68% | In Person and Online | |
| 32% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 80% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |