Grief Therapists in Exeter, CA

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor in the State of California. I have worked in the field for 25+ years in a wide range of mental health and substance treatment settings. I have experience working with active duty military and veterans; LGBTIQ individuals; caregivers; seniors; adults and young adults; and people from all walks of life.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have worked in a wide range of mental health and psychotherapy settings. As a therapist and as a person I know that no one is immune from experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief & loss , and trauma. It can be difficult to reach out and perhaps even admit there is a problem. It takes courage to seek therapy and face your feelings. Therapy can be the beginning of a new journey to self-care.

Ida Johnson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Ida earned a Master of Arts Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Chapman University, in Visalia, California and attended Advance Bible College. Ida has over 30 years of experience working in various social economic settings: social work, drug and alcohol programs, perinatal programs, women's issues, victims of abuse and trauma, depression, and anxiety. Ida has clinical experience working with severe mental illness and co-occurring disorders within the mental health court system in the county level. Ida enjoys working with adults and couples.

My approach as a clinical psychologist has been nonjudgmental and client-centered. I want my clients to feel supported, respected and valuable. I am deeply passionate about helping others, serving my community and witnessing people grow. My purpose is to walk along the side of my clients, provide guidance and clinical support. I have been providing mental health treatment to individuals for 15 years. I have worked with a variety of clients and embrace diversity. It would be my privilege to work with you.

Works with individuals, couples and families through a range of evidence based modalities. Collaboratively works with clients to develop an ideal treatment plan and goals, through a strength based perspective. EMDR trained.

Kathleen earned both her Bachelor of Arts and Masters Degree from Chapman University College in Orange, California. Her years of specialized training and experience have equipped her with skills in various therapeutic approaches including solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and EMDR. She has a background in treating co-occurring disorders (substance abuse treatment and mental health). She customizes her approach to meet the needs and presenting problems of her clients and directs their treatment to establish a therapeutic alliance in order to facilitate the bridge to health.

I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families within a compassionate, supportive environment. Whether you seek support for yourself or for your child, it is important to find a therapist that will work with you to determine the best course of treatment. You and I will determine and accomplish your goals together, whether they include short-term,specific goals or long-term,general goals.

I enjoy working with individuals and families with a variety of mental health needs. I especially enjoy the experience of working with teens and their families to provide stabilization services for patients in crisis or care following psychiatric hospitalization. I enjoy working with couples and adult individuals that are seeking change, but may not know how to start making that change. I have also enjoyed my experiences working with children and teens that are classified as having Severe Mental Illness.