Parenting Therapists in Davis, CA
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Kari L Lloyd-Fisher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I treat clients seeking help with: Relationship Distress,
Parenting
Difficulties, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma & Life Transitions.
With nearly 20 years of clinical experience, I enjoy working with clients of all ages and stages. I have extensive skills in working with children, teens, adults, families & couples.

Emerge Center for Social and Emotional Learning
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
EMERGE provides psychotherapy, counseling, groups, workshops, mentoring,
parent
support and other activities to help young people reach their full potential.
EMERGE Center for Social and Emotional Learning provides a broad array of social, emotional and psychological support services with a primary focus on adolescents and young adults. EMERGE seeks to better engage young people in their own growth process by offering innovative programs and a diverse group of professionals who are skilled and passionate about working with youth. The years between 12-25 are a period of tremendous growth, angst, excitement and opportunity, where the challenge to emerge is never greater. Our goal is to facilitate that process.

Sevil Gonen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
If you are struggling, you’re not alone. You're feeling anxious, uncertain about the future, possibly depressed, stressed out, or having a low mood and energy. Balancing the stressors of work, relationships, and physical pains has been challenging. Your life has not been the same since your baby was born. Not every mother's journey is free of challenges. I provide support to women that are faced with infertility, loss, grief, birth trauma,
parenting
NICU babies, medically ill children, or children with special needs, perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, adjusting to motherhood, and partner conflicts after becoming parents.
Not accepting new clients

Shyla Steen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you struggling with
parenting
your child who has special needs? Feeling overwhelmed caring for aging/chronically ill loved ones? Unsure how to manage anxiety/depression?.
-Not accepting new clients at this time- Offering Telehealth online! I believe that participating in the therapy process takes courage. It is a journey of personal growth. By reaching out to find a therapist, you've taken the first step! This type of growth can be challenging, on your own. However- My goal is to help you find your path to improving feelings of fulfillment and self love! Initial phone consult is complimentary- Call Today- the journey begins with that fist step!
Not accepting new clients

April Brownell
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I often provide
parent
or academic coaching.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years of practice. I specialize in the treatment of children and families. I often work with families of divorce, behavior problems, phase of life transitions, ADHD, anxiety and depression.

Hillary Howard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with clients coping with burnout, grief,
parenting
, depression and anxiety.
Welcome! You might be wondering what makes therapy with me different. What sets me apart is my genuine investment in your wellbeing and my belief in affordability of therapy. I am an interactive and supportive therapist. You'll find sessions will be structured around your needs to promote healing and growth. I provide a nonjudgmental and warm environment that encourages dialogue and therapeutic change to naturally flow. I tailor our time to meet your unique needs and draw from a variety of client centered approaches to help you navigate your own life and challenges. Reaching out is the first step, I can help with support.
Not accepting new clients

Laili McGrew
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Many of my clients struggle with relationships, life transitions, feelings of isolation, school demands, perfectionism, career decisions,
parenting
, body image, depression, anxiety, family issues, trauma, sexual orientation, and suicidal ideation.
I believe that each one of us has a genuine need to feel valued and connected. I also believe that connection is the foundation in our lives. We all need to find our purpose and find a place where we can belong to something bigger than ourselves. Sometimes our inability to connect with others can leave us feeling empty, hopeless or insecure. It can cause us to isolate, tolerate unhealthy relationships, abuse substances or lose our direction. When we learn to build healthy connections and find our purpose, we are more likely to experience hope and fulfillment. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 30+ years of experience.
Not accepting new clients

Carol LaPerle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Does your son or daughter seem unhappy, worried or frightened? Do they frequently get into trouble at school? Has there been a shift in their behavior that concerns you? Do they have difficulty making or maintaining friendships? Do they act mean, have angry outbursts or act aggressively because they cannot control their actions? Are they restless or have difficulty concentrating? These are just some of the problems I assist children, adolescents and their families in overcoming. Call me and we can talk further. I also work with adults with anxiety,
parenting
challenges, or those who have struggled with trauma.
Waitlist for new clients

Stefanie Clifton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MC, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I offer reunification and co-
parenting
counseling, assessments, and court reporting.
I specialize in helping people improve their relationships to others like a partner or a child, but most especially to one's self. Symptoms such as depression or anxiety, or feelings of shame, can interfere with these connections. Our psyches naturally want to move towards health and growth yet we can get stuck or hopeless that relief is possible. I believe in the value of self-acceptance. Given that many trauma feelings were created in relationship, I believe we need a trusting relationship to heal. If I'm that person for you, I take that role very seriously and work hard for your hope, needs, healing, and growth.

Bethany V. Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Bethany and I believe psychotherapy requires finding the right match. I work with adults, couples, and families with adult children. I utilize treatment modalities that assist with mood, relationship difficulties, loss and grief,
parenting
challenges, life transitions, codependency, guilt and shame, trauma, addiction, divorce, chronic illness and/or pain, and career stagnation. I've had success with clients who are ready to do the work of self improvement and eager to understand why they may feel stuck. Congratulations on taking the first step toward healing and growth. What are your goals?

Megan E Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified
Verified
I can help you with anxiety, relationship difficulty, loss and trauma (divorce, grief, aging, abuse, injury, illness);
parenting
; eating disorders.
Worried, sad, confused, in conflict? Can't stop thinking? Feeling little pleasure or joy? Compassionately, I will help you reduce anxiety, resolve old business, uncover your strengths, and connect more deeply with others. With practical information and proven techniques, I can help you access your inner compass, work, sleep and play better. You can learn to trust yourself, work through past hurt and anger, understand and fully appreciate yourself and others. I'm honored to partner with a wide variety of people on their journeys of personal development, and I'm always impressed with the resilience and courage of my clients.

Renee Gilbert
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My experience includes Anxiety and Stress, (MBCBT), MBSR, Emotional Dysregulation, informed Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Emotional Focused Therapy,
Parenting
Skills, and Integrative Psychodynamic Therapy.
Often,for individuals, distilling the complexities of life can be daunting but transformative. Discovering one's aspirations can offer life-changing insight. I help shape each step so that it matches your particular goals, and dreams. I hope you will allow me to accompany you on this challenging journey of mindful self- exploration.
Waitlist for new clients

Davis Affordable Professional Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Specialties: Couples counseling, Christian counseling, relationship counseling, individual challenges, and
parenting
challenges. I have been in the mental health field since 2001. My experience is with children, families, and couples who struggle with: feelings of anxiety, self-doubt, or depression; a sense of sadness or hopelessness; infidelity, feeling overwhelmed or stressed; difficulty with motivation; or concerns about relationships with friends, family. Including: co-dependency; adolescent behaviors and problems; communication skills; or, even just feeling that something is wrong and not being able to define it.
Not accepting new clients

Rebecca Brunette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have received training in a variety of Play Therapy modalities, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Early Childhood/Family Mental Health, The Incredible Years (
parenting
program), and Attachment-Focused EMDR.
I provide psychotherapeutic services for children, teens and adults in Davis, CA. Prior to private practice I worked in community mental health and residential treatment. I use a person-centered approach, tailoring therapy to each individual’s needs and strengths. I have particular interest in working with young people and their parents through the ups and downs, developmental challenges, and stresses of growing up. Clients have shared that I have an easy, down to earth, warm and relational approach.

Dj Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
With relationships, whether couples or
parent
and child, I am adept at helping build communication between participants setting the foundation for improved connections.
As an experienced therapist I am effective working with young adults, adolescents, couples, and families. I address and treat a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, anger, abuse, trauma, and relationships. My approach is tailored to each client's particular needs and issues in a relaxed and nonjudgmental environment. I value my clients greatly and rely on them to let me know what their goals are and work collaboratively to facilitate client growth.

Diana Hirning-Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
My training includes CBT, EFT, DBT, Daring Way(tm), family systems, Brainspotting, hypnosis, mediation, co-
parenting
,
parenting
, play therapies.
Are you or your child/teen or marriage feeling strained or overwhelmed? I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral and relationship issues, including family blending and coparenting. It is possible to achieve symptom relief, behavior change and to promote passion, meaning, and successful relationships. Areas I focus on include children/teens, trauma, special needs or illness,
parenting
, and divorce (supporting parents and/or children). I am passionate to help clients witness and live their preferred selves and relationships.

Rebecca L Sawyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have experience in research, academia, service, and
parenting
- all of which inform my work.
I partner with clients to improve relationship satisfaction; to understand and change patterns; to reclaim a sense of well-being. Stress and anxiety are often at play. Many clients notice that childhood wounds continue to impact their thoughts, feelings and behaviors. I listen with empathy and compassion and work collaboratively - to help you find growth, new insight and enhanced life satisfaction.

Sara Ruebelt, Ph.D, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
My life’s work is to improve & understand human relationships, and to help others live a life of meaning and authenticity. I strive to build bridges of understanding between multiple realities and reframing perspectives. I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I specialize in trauma, transitions, cross-cultural adjustment, personal or professional relationship difficulties,
parenting
, grief, and marital issues.

Couples Resource Collective Counseling Group
LMFT
Verified
Verified
You deserve a happy and successful relationship. Learn to how to repair personal or relationship issues caused by mental health ailments, communication, trust/infidelity, sex, addiction,
parenting
differences, past trauma (sexual, physical, emotional), and finances. Discover how to create and maintain mutual understanding and respect. Love like you matter. Our diverse staff believe in affirmative and equitable approaches that support clients, regardless to composition, beliefs, or practices. Call us to learn how we can help, or visit our
parent
company's website for more information: www.sacramentocouples.org. HABLA ESPAÑOL.

Debra A. Wiegel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
These include
parenting
,addiction,infidelity,divorce and trauma of all sorts.
I believe we all have a wise woman or wise man inside us who tells us our truth. Most of us have been conditioned to disregard this inner voice. My goal is to ask the questions that enable you to know what is true for you and to provide the support you need to act on this truth.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.