Couples Counseling Therapists in Merced County, CA

With over twenty years of experience in a practice focusing primarily on personal issues and improving relationships. For me, therapy is about providing a safe, non-judgmental space, free from social pressures and prejudices, and labels. I see therapy as a partnership and dialogue between the therapist and the patient, where together we tackle challenges and questions and think and work together to craft answers. I have different approaches according to the patient's necessities. I was trained in psychoanalysis, CBT, trauma focus, EFT, mindfulness, and attachment theory, among other therapeutic interventions.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience working with individuals, families, and couples from ethnically and culturally diverse populations. The individuals I work with are overcoming various life transitions that range from mental health issues, interpersonal relationships, career and academic challenges, substance use, grief and loss, and trauma. Having a strong support system, whether it is from friends, family, and/or community members, can help bridge the gap between feeling helpless and alone and feeling supported and understood.

Sometimes we all need someone to listen, validate, and hear our story. You may be experiencing emotional pain, suffering, uncontrollable worry, sadness, fatigue, troubled relationships and/ or grief. The reasons for these feelings and struggles may vary based on what has happened to YOU. I work with individuals and couples that feel lost and unsure of what is next for them. I help build and use skills that will support emotion regulation, decrease worried thoughts, and increase meaningful connections with self and others. You don’t have to work on these challenges alone. Allow me to be a part of your journey.

When I meet with my clients, I truly want to understand their issues from the onset to the present. This allows me to trust within the therapeutic relationship and also me to see my clients as whole persons, not a person that is divided into pieces. My approach with my clients is compassionate, strength-based, and supportive. While I also practice other modalities, I enjoy focusing on the ones mentioned to serve my clients better.

My name is Patrick Griffiths. I am currently licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). I provide telehealth services to anyone living in California. My approach to therapy is that I am your guide on this journey. My focused area of practice is providing services to individuals, couples, and families. I have 18 years of experience as a therapist, working with a variety of clients. The clients I typically see struggle with symptoms of depression, anxiety, low self-worth, difficulty controlling impulses, lack of purpose and meaning, and job and/or family stress.

I’m Steve Pierce, a licensed marriage and family therapist since 2012. I’m also a veteran, and a former first responder; familiar with blended families, cultural diversity, trauma, grief, and loss. After I spent several years as a therapist for a county agency, I’m now in private practice providing services throughout California and Oregon by Zoom, specializing in couples and individual therapy. I want to hear your story and your hopes. I’m confident that I can help you achieve your desired changes to “live your best life."

Reaching out for help is not always easy, and choosing a therapist is an important decision that will make your therapeutic experience both valuable and rewarding. My approach is open, interactive and respectful. We will develop a treatment plan together, working on goals that matter most to you. I began my career in counseling in 1976, on a crisis line in Fresno CA. Since then I've worked in drug rehab programs, youth centers, human services departments, foster care agencies and private practice counseling.

Most folks seek professional help in a time of crisis. My initial goal is to help to manage your overwhelming feelings regarding the situation you find yourself in. In many cases, helping you to recognize you may already have the skills to cope and showing you how to access those skills may be enough. Other times, after the crisis has subsided, you may become aware of recurrent patterns resulting in upsetting feelings. I am available to work with those looking for short term interventions, as well as those who want to address problems they have struggled with most of there lives.

I have extensive history providing therapy for a wide range of clientele from children and teens to adults, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds. I provide counseling services in my private practice office or in the comfort of your own home.

With 15 years in the counseling profession, I have provided therapeutic services to a number of clients of all ages with issues ranging from peer conflicts in school, to domestic violence in the home. I enjoy working with clients of all demographics to assist in helping them find their strengths and focus on a positive future. I enjoy working with clients through life's transitions and hardships by utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, as well as other modalities tailored to the individual client.

You are taking the step that is key to overcoming challenges you have been facing. Counseling is a means towards helping you through the process that provides support and offers positive ways that can lead you to making the necessary changes for getting unstuck. It can provide significant relief from worry, stressful relationships, and past hurts and events. We are committed to supporting individuals through relational challenges and enjoy working with teens, young adults and individuals through the process of healing and wholeness.

My name is Genie Lee, LMFT and I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families, and children. My focus currently is on adults individually and in couples therapy. My approach is that each of us has the strength inside to solve whatever problems we face and I am here to help you figure it all out. I mostly work with individual adults or couples who have issues that interfere with their relationships, work, and life.

I, Lori Shnorhokian 83954, provide a safe environment and compassionate, non-judgmental counseling to help you explore the personal and relationship challenges you are facing and begin working toward lasting solutions. By fostering an interactive and collaborative setting during our sessions, I can help you feel comfortable taking an active role in engaging and addressing the difficult symptoms, thoughts, and emotions you are dealing with.

Hi, my name is Michele Richter, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) providing online/telehealth therapy to children, adolescents, young and older adults, and families. I focus in several areas including anger management, anxiety, coping skills, depression, addiction, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, trauma & PTSD, and stress, amongst others. My approach is compassion focused, culturally sensitive and utilizes several modalities such as ACT, CBT, and more.

My name is Ruth Tyson. As License Marriage Family Child therapy, I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. As a therapist, I help you identify problem areas and patterns that are causing distress, the source(s) of these issues, and ways to enact positive change to find your unique voice. My specialty is partnering with you in finding your life purpose, helping you in the process of self-discovery and leading you to your fullest potential. Together we will explore your upbringing and process feelings associated with your childhood.

Hello! My name is Jessica Oakes, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Utilizing a compassionate approach, my clients will gain insight into themselves and their problems to create positive changes for their lives. I firmly believe in building a strong relationship between myself and my clients to ensure complete authenticity, compassion and respect. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relational problems, teenage issues, anger management, parenting and family difficulties. I am also employed by a local school district which gives me extensive knowledge of the education system.

I'm here to help you navigate the ups and downs of life via positive lifestyle choices based on your individual needs and strengths. I generally see adults struggling with life challenges, whether general relationship issues, marital/couples, familial, mid-life, aging, work-related stress, career changes, and overall wellness. My therapeutic perspective is holistic, client-centered, and strength-based, with a systemic and post-modern background. My communication style is an empathic, warm, and relaxed environment where you are free to explore your thoughts and feelings safely.

Hi! My name is Tawny Dominguez, LMFT. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who works with clients to achieve physical and emotional well-being. My areas of specialty include, chronic illness, eating disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, and daily life struggles. I work with individuals, couples and families. I help clients take control of life challenges with a caring, professional, and understanding therapeutic environment. I am dedicated to helping and providing clients with tools needed to deal with addiction, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, family interaction, etc.

With more than 15 years of counseling experience, I have seen the toughest trials and the greatest triumphs. I’ve seen hopelessness change to confidence, fear turn to peace, and sadness into joy. And, while therapy isn’t always easy, the results are worth the effort. I personally utilize CBT treatments for anxiety and/or depressive-based disorders and Motivational Interviewing for addiction related struggles. Lastly, I consider spiritual health, physical health, and emotional health to all be equally important to one’s psychological well-being.