Therapists for Adults in East Highland, CA
I have had the pleasure of working with youth, teens, couples, and adults in community-based clinics to support their growth and connect them with local resources.
Monica is a bilingual Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) who leans into culture, curiosity, and compassion when exploring your unique social context and life experiences. Monica believes every client has a story to tell and be witnessed. During your time in treatment with her, she hopes to assist you in becoming the main character of that unique story and to rally alongside you against whatever concern is bringing you in for treatment.
I have had the pleasure of working with youth, teens, couples, and adults in community-based clinics to support their growth and connect them with local resources.
Monica is a bilingual Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) who leans into culture, curiosity, and compassion when exploring your unique social context and life experiences. Monica believes every client has a story to tell and be witnessed. During your time in treatment with her, she hopes to assist you in becoming the main character of that unique story and to rally alongside you against whatever concern is bringing you in for treatment.
I work with adults who feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, as well as those navigating anxiety, depression, or the impact of significant life experiences.
My approach is calm, flexible, and affirming. Together, we’ll explore what truly matters to you and build practical skills to help you move toward the life you want, even when difficult thoughts and feelings arise. EMDR can be incorporated when appropriate to support trauma processing.
I work with adults who feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, as well as those navigating anxiety, depression, or the impact of significant life experiences.
My approach is calm, flexible, and affirming. Together, we’ll explore what truly matters to you and build practical skills to help you move toward the life you want, even when difficult thoughts and feelings arise. EMDR can be incorporated when appropriate to support trauma processing.
Seeking help can be difficult. Life’s pace can often catch us off guard. Even when things seem in order we can feel alone or out of sorts with internal worries. Whatever you are dealing with, I will engage with you directly. I will listen with empathy and offer counsel tailored to your individual concerns. Ultimately, we want our lives to matter. I specialize in working with individuals who are impacted by addiction; their own or someone close to them. I have over 20 years of experience working with these issues, including substance abuse, gambling, sex and codependency.
Seeking help can be difficult. Life’s pace can often catch us off guard. Even when things seem in order we can feel alone or out of sorts with internal worries. Whatever you are dealing with, I will engage with you directly. I will listen with empathy and offer counsel tailored to your individual concerns. Ultimately, we want our lives to matter. I specialize in working with individuals who are impacted by addiction; their own or someone close to them. I have over 20 years of experience working with these issues, including substance abuse, gambling, sex and codependency.
As a client-centered therapist, I believe in meeting you where you are. Identifying your current situation as well as your needs and desires will guide our therapy work together. Weaving education during our collaboration will bring a deeper awareness and greater understanding. Having over 10 years of experience working with first responders I utilize a trauma-informed lens with a Solution-Focused practical application.
As a client-centered therapist, I believe in meeting you where you are. Identifying your current situation as well as your needs and desires will guide our therapy work together. Weaving education during our collaboration will bring a deeper awareness and greater understanding. Having over 10 years of experience working with first responders I utilize a trauma-informed lens with a Solution-Focused practical application.
I am an integrative therapist who specializes in working with adults and couples, focusing on empathy, connection, and communication to help restore bids for connection.
We’ll start by getting to know you and developing a shared understanding of what you want to focus on and the goals you’d like to work toward in therapy.
I am an integrative therapist who specializes in working with adults and couples, focusing on empathy, connection, and communication to help restore bids for connection.
We’ll start by getting to know you and developing a shared understanding of what you want to focus on and the goals you’d like to work toward in therapy.
Kirsten Cathell Boulton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Do you suffer from anxiety, relationship/intimacy issues or addictive behaviors? Hi my name is Kirsten Cathell Boulton, LCSW, and I am trained in EMDR trauma release therapy. I provide compassionate holistic services. I come from a spiritual perspective and I believe that people are already equipped to unlock their own solutions with empathetic guidance and support. I guide individuals and families toward experiencing healing and transformation. I look forward to hearing from you!
Do you suffer from anxiety, relationship/intimacy issues or addictive behaviors? Hi my name is Kirsten Cathell Boulton, LCSW, and I am trained in EMDR trauma release therapy. I provide compassionate holistic services. I come from a spiritual perspective and I believe that people are already equipped to unlock their own solutions with empathetic guidance and support. I guide individuals and families toward experiencing healing and transformation. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Dr. Virginia Schwab & Clinical Supervision
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW, LISW, LEP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a licensed therapist providing virtual care, I offer a supportive and engaging approach to therapy. My practice emphasizes active participation, meaning we work together in open, collaborative discussions to address your concerns. I recognize that trauma and painful emotional experiences can create a deep sense of isolation. My goal is to help reduce that sense of aloneness by fostering a safe, supportive, and encouraging therapeutic relationship. Rather than focusing solely on what’s wrong, I also highlight your strengths and what’s working well to support meaningful growth.
As a licensed therapist providing virtual care, I offer a supportive and engaging approach to therapy. My practice emphasizes active participation, meaning we work together in open, collaborative discussions to address your concerns. I recognize that trauma and painful emotional experiences can create a deep sense of isolation. My goal is to help reduce that sense of aloneness by fostering a safe, supportive, and encouraging therapeutic relationship. Rather than focusing solely on what’s wrong, I also highlight your strengths and what’s working well to support meaningful growth.
I believe in a Life Balance perspective to helping individuals and family. I find that we tend to get stuck in certain ways of thinking and behaving which causes a cycle of dysfunction that is difficult to see and overcome. By developing insight and new skills, we have the ability to realign our lives into a more healthy Life Balance which will allow us to deal with life stress and problems by using a variety of resources at our disposal.
I believe in a Life Balance perspective to helping individuals and family. I find that we tend to get stuck in certain ways of thinking and behaving which causes a cycle of dysfunction that is difficult to see and overcome. By developing insight and new skills, we have the ability to realign our lives into a more healthy Life Balance which will allow us to deal with life stress and problems by using a variety of resources at our disposal.
I work with children, teen, adults, and families utilizing an integrative approach, tailoring my session based on the needs of mu clients.
We will figure out what skills are needed to build and address any barriers. As collaborators we will find a creative way to overcome limitation that have kept you from being the best version of yourself. Together we will bring clarity to question where clients feel such and create a plan that is unique to the client.
I work with children, teen, adults, and families utilizing an integrative approach, tailoring my session based on the needs of mu clients.
We will figure out what skills are needed to build and address any barriers. As collaborators we will find a creative way to overcome limitation that have kept you from being the best version of yourself. Together we will bring clarity to question where clients feel such and create a plan that is unique to the client.
With over four years working in private practice, and 20 years of experience in Catholic pastoral ministry I have helped children, teens, adults, couples, and families from different socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds navigate challenges, improve communication, and foster deeper connections.
I am a trauma-trained Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specialized in providing trauma-informed and compassionate-driven care utilizing evidenced-based treatments such as Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat PTSD, depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts, addictions, chronic pain, anger, and other trauma-related symptoms.
With over four years working in private practice, and 20 years of experience in Catholic pastoral ministry I have helped children, teens, adults, couples, and families from different socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds navigate challenges, improve communication, and foster deeper connections.
I am a trauma-trained Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specialized in providing trauma-informed and compassionate-driven care utilizing evidenced-based treatments such as Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat PTSD, depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts, addictions, chronic pain, anger, and other trauma-related symptoms.
Dr. Gabriela Martinez received her education and training from the prestigious school of Azusa Pacific University. She obtained a Master's degree in Family Counseling, and a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology. Although Dr. Martinez is fluent in Spanish and has worked extensively with the Hispanic population, she has a special interest in women's issues working extensively with women of different backgrounds. Her services include working with individuals, couples, and families, and her areas of expertise are depression, anxiety and trauma related to history of abuse.
Dr. Gabriela Martinez received her education and training from the prestigious school of Azusa Pacific University. She obtained a Master's degree in Family Counseling, and a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology. Although Dr. Martinez is fluent in Spanish and has worked extensively with the Hispanic population, she has a special interest in women's issues working extensively with women of different backgrounds. Her services include working with individuals, couples, and families, and her areas of expertise are depression, anxiety and trauma related to history of abuse.
I have a deep passion for supporting children, adolescents, and adults through life's most difficult challenges.
To truly see you, to hold your story with care, and to walk alongside you as you find your way toward healing.
I have a deep passion for supporting children, adolescents, and adults through life's most difficult challenges.
To truly see you, to hold your story with care, and to walk alongside you as you find your way toward healing.
Are you an adult and have been struggling with anxious thoughts, overthinking, and planning for worst-case scenarios?
Starting therapy can seem intimidating, but you are already making a big step by exploring options and providers. Most people share that I am gentle in nature, easy to talk to, and am motivated to help others discover and access their best selves. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-esteem and body image concerns, life transitions, grief, and trauma. I have a collaborative approach, where we will work together to achieve your desired results. I regularly check in with each person at the end of sessions, exploring effectiveness and plans for next appointments.
Are you an adult and have been struggling with anxious thoughts, overthinking, and planning for worst-case scenarios?
Starting therapy can seem intimidating, but you are already making a big step by exploring options and providers. Most people share that I am gentle in nature, easy to talk to, and am motivated to help others discover and access their best selves. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-esteem and body image concerns, life transitions, grief, and trauma. I have a collaborative approach, where we will work together to achieve your desired results. I regularly check in with each person at the end of sessions, exploring effectiveness and plans for next appointments.
The client populations I typically work with are young adults, adults, and older adults.
My name is Salina Golightly-Mondragon and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) working as a Mental Health Therapist with a primary focus in Individual Therapy and Couples/Marital Counseling. My Therapeutic approach uses Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Counseling, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Counseling, Rational-Emotive Therapy, Reality Therapy and Interpersonal Counseling.
The client populations I typically work with are young adults, adults, and older adults.
My name is Salina Golightly-Mondragon and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) working as a Mental Health Therapist with a primary focus in Individual Therapy and Couples/Marital Counseling. My Therapeutic approach uses Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Counseling, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Counseling, Rational-Emotive Therapy, Reality Therapy and Interpersonal Counseling.
I am bilingual in English and Spanish. I conduct parenting and co-parenting classes, individual, couples and family therapy in either language, as well as therapy from a biblical perspective. Since my late husband was a veteran, I have a special desire to assist our military with the challenges they face. Yo soy bilingüe en inglés y español. Yo doy classes de padres y padres cooperativos, terapia para individuos, parejas y familias en los dos idiomas, además de terapia de un perspectivo bíblico. Porque mi esposo fallecido fue veterano, tengo un deseo especial de ayudar los militares con los retos que enfrentan.
I am bilingual in English and Spanish. I conduct parenting and co-parenting classes, individual, couples and family therapy in either language, as well as therapy from a biblical perspective. Since my late husband was a veteran, I have a special desire to assist our military with the challenges they face. Yo soy bilingüe en inglés y español. Yo doy classes de padres y padres cooperativos, terapia para individuos, parejas y familias en los dos idiomas, además de terapia de un perspectivo bíblico. Porque mi esposo fallecido fue veterano, tengo un deseo especial de ayudar los militares con los retos que enfrentan.
Dawn's therapeutic approach provides an avenue that offers connection, perspective and support in a safe environment as you are navigating through life's current challenges, past hurts, and loss. Dawn works in the areas of grief & loss, family system dynamics, bullying, infertility and relational struggles for the past 35 years. Dawn's practice also includes working with Highly Sensitive People as well as Empaths. Helping to explore and deepen the awareness and abilities as well how to navigate relationships with self and others as a sensory oriented person.
Dawn's therapeutic approach provides an avenue that offers connection, perspective and support in a safe environment as you are navigating through life's current challenges, past hurts, and loss. Dawn works in the areas of grief & loss, family system dynamics, bullying, infertility and relational struggles for the past 35 years. Dawn's practice also includes working with Highly Sensitive People as well as Empaths. Helping to explore and deepen the awareness and abilities as well how to navigate relationships with self and others as a sensory oriented person.
Helping teens, adults, and student athletes navigate anxiety, trauma and life stress.
With over 10 years of experience, I have supported individuals navigating complex circumstrances including trauma, family stress, homelessness, and disabilities. I also have extensive experience working within public schools and special education systems, which allows me to support students and families facing academic, emotional, and behavioral challenges.
Helping teens, adults, and student athletes navigate anxiety, trauma and life stress.
With over 10 years of experience, I have supported individuals navigating complex circumstrances including trauma, family stress, homelessness, and disabilities. I also have extensive experience working within public schools and special education systems, which allows me to support students and families facing academic, emotional, and behavioral challenges.
I have approximately 10 years of behavioral health experience working with a diverse population of adults and older adults.
I have a passion for working with adults and older adults to stabilize their moods and gain the appropriate coping skills to improve their life. My experience allows me to provide interventions to navigate grief, loss, depression, anxiety, and help adults navigate the mental health system. Which may be confusing and hard for some to begin with.
I have approximately 10 years of behavioral health experience working with a diverse population of adults and older adults.
I have a passion for working with adults and older adults to stabilize their moods and gain the appropriate coping skills to improve their life. My experience allows me to provide interventions to navigate grief, loss, depression, anxiety, and help adults navigate the mental health system. Which may be confusing and hard for some to begin with.
Help me to understand your hurt, and you will no longer be alone in it. I would be honored to join you in your healing journey. Let's be intentional in our daily lives and create meaning in the 'good' and 'bad' days, as well as the 'everything in between' days.
Help me to understand your hurt, and you will no longer be alone in it. I would be honored to join you in your healing journey. Let's be intentional in our daily lives and create meaning in the 'good' and 'bad' days, as well as the 'everything in between' days.
As a licensed clinical social worker for more than 25 years, I have experience with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
My name is Lisa Lansing and I am a licensed clinical social worker for more than 25 years. I believe that looking at our past can give us clues to our future and help us live our best lives. Utilizing a strength-based approach, I can help you improve the relationship you have with yourself and others. Together we can create positive change in areas such as self-esteem, healthy boundaries, overcoming depression and anxiety, assertiveness, communication, anger management, grief as well as working on parenting issues.
As a licensed clinical social worker for more than 25 years, I have experience with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
My name is Lisa Lansing and I am a licensed clinical social worker for more than 25 years. I believe that looking at our past can give us clues to our future and help us live our best lives. Utilizing a strength-based approach, I can help you improve the relationship you have with yourself and others. Together we can create positive change in areas such as self-esteem, healthy boundaries, overcoming depression and anxiety, assertiveness, communication, anger management, grief as well as working on parenting issues.
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FAQ - About Adult Counseling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.