Therapists in Elk Grove, CA

Erica Bell, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
For the past 15 years, I have worked with many different kinds of people, in many walks of life. But, the main struggles that have always hit home for me have been women who feel like they have to or should be all things to everyone and everything. There is so much heaviness, tension, and angst inside of you when you operate in what I call, "the shoulds". I assist women in releasing perfectionism, stress, and challenging self-defeating narratives. Go ahead and let some of these expectations go, ladies!
For the past 15 years, I have worked with many different kinds of people, in many walks of life. But, the main struggles that have always hit home for me have been women who feel like they have to or should be all things to everyone and everything. There is so much heaviness, tension, and angst inside of you when you operate in what I call, "the shoulds". I assist women in releasing perfectionism, stress, and challenging self-defeating narratives. Go ahead and let some of these expectations go, ladies!

My ideal client feels hopeless, and has been in therapy for years without success. They are depressed, anxious, have problems with relationships, or have habits that get in the way of a happy life. They have tried Everything and Nothing works. They are motivated to do what it takes find relief, including daily homework. They will agree to work within the TEAM framework to target self-defeating beliefs and overcome them. I have continued to hone my skills in TEAM and have attended numerous trainings over the past years to target specific diagnoses and to address common treatment failures. -Kim Sullivan
My ideal client feels hopeless, and has been in therapy for years without success. They are depressed, anxious, have problems with relationships, or have habits that get in the way of a happy life. They have tried Everything and Nothing works. They are motivated to do what it takes find relief, including daily homework. They will agree to work within the TEAM framework to target self-defeating beliefs and overcome them. I have continued to hone my skills in TEAM and have attended numerous trainings over the past years to target specific diagnoses and to address common treatment failures. -Kim Sullivan

As a clinician practicing an integrated healthcare approach, I believe therapy is not only about helping clients when they are faced with difficult times, but also celebrating their successes, as well as providing maintenance and preventative care. Throughout my career to date I had worked on a wide-variety of issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD and life transitions, among others.
As a clinician practicing an integrated healthcare approach, I believe therapy is not only about helping clients when they are faced with difficult times, but also celebrating their successes, as well as providing maintenance and preventative care. Throughout my career to date I had worked on a wide-variety of issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD and life transitions, among others.

Arielle Pinkston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck? Perhaps struggling with certain relationships in your life? Maybe you're sick and tired of people pleasing your way through life. Maybe you're fed up with the unbelievably sky high standards you have for yourself or maybe you're sick and tired of feeling anxious all the time and having no idea why. Believe me, I get it and I'm here to help. Through therapy we can explore the patterns, thoughts, beliefs and behaviors that shape your world and help you identify and challenge areas that are holding you back.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck? Perhaps struggling with certain relationships in your life? Maybe you're sick and tired of people pleasing your way through life. Maybe you're fed up with the unbelievably sky high standards you have for yourself or maybe you're sick and tired of feeling anxious all the time and having no idea why. Believe me, I get it and I'm here to help. Through therapy we can explore the patterns, thoughts, beliefs and behaviors that shape your world and help you identify and challenge areas that are holding you back.

My job is to begin where you are and help you prepare for your next stage of change. I use an integrative approach, working from the inside out (objects relations, family systems, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, others) to support your process and movement. We all start with assumptions about life. Then life happens, and we have to begin again having been changed. Loss becomes growth as we embrace new and mature understanding of ourselves and life. I am a clinical psychologist with over 10 years experience working with complicated but interesting people who are addressing individual, relationship, life, and spiritual issues.
My job is to begin where you are and help you prepare for your next stage of change. I use an integrative approach, working from the inside out (objects relations, family systems, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, others) to support your process and movement. We all start with assumptions about life. Then life happens, and we have to begin again having been changed. Loss becomes growth as we embrace new and mature understanding of ourselves and life. I am a clinical psychologist with over 10 years experience working with complicated but interesting people who are addressing individual, relationship, life, and spiritual issues.

I am a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist committed to guiding individuals through life's intricate challenges, particularly those struggling with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and family issues. With 20 years of experience in the field, I have refined my skills to create a secure and nurturing space where clients can explore their emotions and discover effective solutions.
I am a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist committed to guiding individuals through life's intricate challenges, particularly those struggling with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and family issues. With 20 years of experience in the field, I have refined my skills to create a secure and nurturing space where clients can explore their emotions and discover effective solutions.

My name is AnnMarie Rotan and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in 3 states working with clients via telehealth. I work with adults in all phases of life from college through retirement to identify how to manage barriers keeping them from achieving their best quality of life. My therapeutic approach is holistic based on the needs of every individual which can change as we move through the process together. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy due to its versatility but am comfortable using numerous other approaches as needed.
My name is AnnMarie Rotan and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in 3 states working with clients via telehealth. I work with adults in all phases of life from college through retirement to identify how to manage barriers keeping them from achieving their best quality of life. My therapeutic approach is holistic based on the needs of every individual which can change as we move through the process together. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy due to its versatility but am comfortable using numerous other approaches as needed.

As a clinical psychologist, my fundamental principle from the start is how can we do our best work as a team to help you finish your journey and go on unencumbered from what brought you to my office in the first place. I do my best to work myself out of a job and it is my passion, privilege and honor to do so! I believe creation of safety and trust is the foundation of any successful therapeutic journey.
As a clinical psychologist, my fundamental principle from the start is how can we do our best work as a team to help you finish your journey and go on unencumbered from what brought you to my office in the first place. I do my best to work myself out of a job and it is my passion, privilege and honor to do so! I believe creation of safety and trust is the foundation of any successful therapeutic journey.

I use a variety of methods and strategies as I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. I have experience working with individuals struggling with past trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship challenges, grief/loss, self esteem, parenting challenges, and major life transitions.
I use a variety of methods and strategies as I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. I have experience working with individuals struggling with past trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship challenges, grief/loss, self esteem, parenting challenges, and major life transitions.

Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or hopeless? Let me help you process those thoughts, feelings, and emotions that keep you feeling anxious or depressed. As a therapist, I am passionate about helping to guide individuals in unlearning the things that no longer serve them to make room for the life they deserve and desire! We find the missing pieces and reparent the inner child to increase confidence and resilience.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or hopeless? Let me help you process those thoughts, feelings, and emotions that keep you feeling anxious or depressed. As a therapist, I am passionate about helping to guide individuals in unlearning the things that no longer serve them to make room for the life they deserve and desire! We find the missing pieces and reparent the inner child to increase confidence and resilience.

Rene Quispe Sandoval
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Elk Grove, CA 95624
Not accepting new clients
Thank you for visiting my profile. At this time I am NOT accepting any new clients. You can visit my website: www.renelcsw.com and under the tab "Help is here now" you can find a list of other licensed therapists I would personally recommend to help with your need, please. I will likely re-open my practice to new clients in early 2024. Thank you.
Thank you for visiting my profile. At this time I am NOT accepting any new clients. You can visit my website: www.renelcsw.com and under the tab "Help is here now" you can find a list of other licensed therapists I would personally recommend to help with your need, please. I will likely re-open my practice to new clients in early 2024. Thank you.

As a therapist, Isabel is proactive, transparent, and honest. Currently, she is working towards certification in sex therapy and has completed her certification as a sex addiction therapist. She utilizes an integrative approach tailored to individual client’s needs. Her reflective therapeutic style emphasizes the unique strengths of individuals and their ability to create change. In Isabel’s career, she has experience working in inpatient, forensic, school based, and community outpatient settings. Isabel’s work also includes the supervision and training of MA and doctorate level clinicians. She is a CAMFT certified supervisor.
As a therapist, Isabel is proactive, transparent, and honest. Currently, she is working towards certification in sex therapy and has completed her certification as a sex addiction therapist. She utilizes an integrative approach tailored to individual client’s needs. Her reflective therapeutic style emphasizes the unique strengths of individuals and their ability to create change. In Isabel’s career, she has experience working in inpatient, forensic, school based, and community outpatient settings. Isabel’s work also includes the supervision and training of MA and doctorate level clinicians. She is a CAMFT certified supervisor.

Heather McNally
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
1 Endorsed
Elk Grove, CA 95624
Not accepting new clients
I believe anyone can benefit from therapy. Seeing a therapist means you were willing to ask for help in dealing with the overwhelming circumstances that sometimes come your way. We all face times of anxiety and depression, and a little professional guidance can help us not just survive these times, but can result in happier, healthier people for facing the trials. I particularly believe that giving this healing space to children is beneficial; allowing their experiences and emotions to be treated respectfully and resolved empathically can let them move forward and make better choices throughout the rest of their lives.
I believe anyone can benefit from therapy. Seeing a therapist means you were willing to ask for help in dealing with the overwhelming circumstances that sometimes come your way. We all face times of anxiety and depression, and a little professional guidance can help us not just survive these times, but can result in happier, healthier people for facing the trials. I particularly believe that giving this healing space to children is beneficial; allowing their experiences and emotions to be treated respectfully and resolved empathically can let them move forward and make better choices throughout the rest of their lives.

I frequently work with individuals and families with a wide variety of challenges. Some clients are simply looking to find a place that they can take a deep breath and be in a place to address things that they want to work on. While others have severe symptoms or complex issues that are frightening and overwhelming where they need help sorting out thoughts and feelings while learning how to manage and navigate the challenges. Each client is unique and so are their experiences so my goal is to tailor treatment to best benefit my clients. I also run a small non profit counseling center and train new clinicians in the field.
I frequently work with individuals and families with a wide variety of challenges. Some clients are simply looking to find a place that they can take a deep breath and be in a place to address things that they want to work on. While others have severe symptoms or complex issues that are frightening and overwhelming where they need help sorting out thoughts and feelings while learning how to manage and navigate the challenges. Each client is unique and so are their experiences so my goal is to tailor treatment to best benefit my clients. I also run a small non profit counseling center and train new clinicians in the field.

Living life means dealing with challenging times. The good thing is that you don't have to face these challenging times alone. Everyone can use a supportive ear from time to time. Together we can cultivate a better tomorrow utilizing skills and techniques learned through therapy. Managing emotions is a skill just like learning to read or knowing how to do math. You just have to start by taking the first step. Sometimes the smallest steps in the right direction end up being the biggest steps of your life.
Living life means dealing with challenging times. The good thing is that you don't have to face these challenging times alone. Everyone can use a supportive ear from time to time. Together we can cultivate a better tomorrow utilizing skills and techniques learned through therapy. Managing emotions is a skill just like learning to read or knowing how to do math. You just have to start by taking the first step. Sometimes the smallest steps in the right direction end up being the biggest steps of your life.

We have good days and bad days. It is important that during the bad days we learn to use techniques to manage the stress that might impact our mood and how we feel about ourselves and even our interactions with others.
We have good days and bad days. It is important that during the bad days we learn to use techniques to manage the stress that might impact our mood and how we feel about ourselves and even our interactions with others.

Hi, My name is Phoenix Simpson, We are fellow travelers on life's paths, and with a commitment to understanding we can become teachers and guides for each other. The work is often hard but the reward is worthwhile to know peace within one's self and bring joy and satisfaction in life work and relationships.
Hi, My name is Phoenix Simpson, We are fellow travelers on life's paths, and with a commitment to understanding we can become teachers and guides for each other. The work is often hard but the reward is worthwhile to know peace within one's self and bring joy and satisfaction in life work and relationships.

I have been counseling over 10 years. My sole purpose of why I went into counseling was to help others achieve a healthy balance between their social/emotional/mental well-being. Growing up in Inglewood CA, I was exposed to specific traumas, mental illnesses, and broken homes. As a black man, I understand that our culture deals with different kinds of trauma. With those traumas come behaviors and emotions that are hard to pinpoint at the root of the problem. The benefit of counseling is to get to the heart of the behaviors and emotions so the person can be free to live their life unrestricted by the effects of the trauma.
I have been counseling over 10 years. My sole purpose of why I went into counseling was to help others achieve a healthy balance between their social/emotional/mental well-being. Growing up in Inglewood CA, I was exposed to specific traumas, mental illnesses, and broken homes. As a black man, I understand that our culture deals with different kinds of trauma. With those traumas come behaviors and emotions that are hard to pinpoint at the root of the problem. The benefit of counseling is to get to the heart of the behaviors and emotions so the person can be free to live their life unrestricted by the effects of the trauma.

Is the stress of your life overwhelming you? Or has a past experience left you stuck and unable to move forward? You're likely fed up with how anxiety or trauma have crippled your ability to function in everyday life, isolating you from others, and leaving you feeling trapped or hopeless. You might not even remember a time you didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to feel a sense of confidence. You’re ready to experience a sense of ease. Most of all, you’re ready to reclaim a sense of control over your life.
Is the stress of your life overwhelming you? Or has a past experience left you stuck and unable to move forward? You're likely fed up with how anxiety or trauma have crippled your ability to function in everyday life, isolating you from others, and leaving you feeling trapped or hopeless. You might not even remember a time you didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to feel a sense of confidence. You’re ready to experience a sense of ease. Most of all, you’re ready to reclaim a sense of control over your life.
Greetings! I am a Licensed Psychotherapist based in California. The growing need for mental health services has led me to respond to the call for providers. Service aligns with both my personal and professional values and goals.
Greetings! I am a Licensed Psychotherapist based in California. The growing need for mental health services has led me to respond to the call for providers. Service aligns with both my personal and professional values and goals.
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Number of Therapists in Elk Grove, CA
200+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Elk Grove, CA who prioritize treating:
95% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
74% | Self Esteem |
73% | Relationship Issues |
69% | Coping Skills |
67% | Stress |
66% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
78% | Aetna |
71% | Cigna and Evernorth |
68% | Optum |
How Therapists in Elk Grove, CA see their clients
52% | Online Only | |
48% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
20% | 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.