Quest Behavioral Health Therapists in Palm Desert, CA
I'm in network with major insurance plans including Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, and Quest Behavioral Health for individual therapy sessions!
I’m Callihan, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist helping individuals and couples thrive in life and relationships. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, disconnected in your relationship, experiencing grief, or navigating a life transition like pregnancy or new parenthood, you don’t have to go through it alone. I provide personalized, evidence-based counseling tailored to your goals. For those who desire it, I offer Christian counseling that integrates faith and biblical principles. Together, we’ll build practical tools to help you Be Your Best You!
I'm in network with major insurance plans including Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, and Quest Behavioral Health for individual therapy sessions!
I’m Callihan, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist helping individuals and couples thrive in life and relationships. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, disconnected in your relationship, experiencing grief, or navigating a life transition like pregnancy or new parenthood, you don’t have to go through it alone. I provide personalized, evidence-based counseling tailored to your goals. For those who desire it, I offer Christian counseling that integrates faith and biblical principles. Together, we’ll build practical tools to help you Be Your Best You!
As a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in trauma-informed, client-centered approaches, I am dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges, stressors, and mental health needs. My extensive experience includes working with individuals facing various concerns such as life transitions, work-life balance, grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other challenges.
I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling and Marriage & Family Therapy from CSUSB, and I have pursued numerous trainings, workshops, and seminars to enhance my skills across a wide range of client-focused practices and mental health areas.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in trauma-informed, client-centered approaches, I am dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges, stressors, and mental health needs. My extensive experience includes working with individuals facing various concerns such as life transitions, work-life balance, grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other challenges.
I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling and Marriage & Family Therapy from CSUSB, and I have pursued numerous trainings, workshops, and seminars to enhance my skills across a wide range of client-focused practices and mental health areas.
Welcome, and thank you for clicking on my profile. You would probably like to know a little about me and how we might work together. I am a psychotherapist who is passionate about my work and whose interest lies in developing rapport and trust through active listening, respect, and creating an environment where you feel safe to share your thoughts and feelings. My approach is multidisciplinary, eclectic and highly interactive. My demeanor has been described as warm, accepting, non-judgmental, and compassionate. Together we will identify your concerns, what you hope to accomplish and build strategies for leading a happier life.
Welcome, and thank you for clicking on my profile. You would probably like to know a little about me and how we might work together. I am a psychotherapist who is passionate about my work and whose interest lies in developing rapport and trust through active listening, respect, and creating an environment where you feel safe to share your thoughts and feelings. My approach is multidisciplinary, eclectic and highly interactive. My demeanor has been described as warm, accepting, non-judgmental, and compassionate. Together we will identify your concerns, what you hope to accomplish and build strategies for leading a happier life.
My areas of specialization include substance abuse, cancer, health-related issues, and trauma. With a background in substance abuse treatment dating back to 2008 and personal experience as a stage 3 lung cancer survivor, I am committed to understanding my clients' unique situations and recommending strategies to facilitate the changes they seek. My goal is to provide genuine assistance.
My areas of specialization include substance abuse, cancer, health-related issues, and trauma. With a background in substance abuse treatment dating back to 2008 and personal experience as a stage 3 lung cancer survivor, I am committed to understanding my clients' unique situations and recommending strategies to facilitate the changes they seek. My goal is to provide genuine assistance.
You are taking a courageous step to change what no longer works in your life. Whether you are seeking help for yourself or your child, you are looking for a path away from emotional distress and toward stability. You want a therapist who understands developmental roots and treats you with respect, helping you manage challenges that currently feel overwhelming.
You are taking a courageous step to change what no longer works in your life. Whether you are seeking help for yourself or your child, you are looking for a path away from emotional distress and toward stability. You want a therapist who understands developmental roots and treats you with respect, helping you manage challenges that currently feel overwhelming.
With 23 years of experience, I specialize in supporting women as they navigate life transitions such as marriage, divorce, military life, raising children, career changes, loss of roles or employment, empty nest, menopause, and other significant shifts in life. Together, at a pace that feels comfortable for you, we will explore your next chapter with compassion, encouragement, and hope. My approach is unique because I believe each person inherently knows what is best for them. Often, what we need most is a safe space to process our experiences, discover our voice, and explore a path toward peace, purpose, and forward movement.
With 23 years of experience, I specialize in supporting women as they navigate life transitions such as marriage, divorce, military life, raising children, career changes, loss of roles or employment, empty nest, menopause, and other significant shifts in life. Together, at a pace that feels comfortable for you, we will explore your next chapter with compassion, encouragement, and hope. My approach is unique because I believe each person inherently knows what is best for them. Often, what we need most is a safe space to process our experiences, discover our voice, and explore a path toward peace, purpose, and forward movement.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I work with people from all walks of life to navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship struggles. My approach is a mix of understanding, honesty, and a little humor to help make tough topics easier to talk about. From our very first session, my goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, supported, and ready to take steps toward feeling like your best self.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I work with people from all walks of life to navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship struggles. My approach is a mix of understanding, honesty, and a little humor to help make tough topics easier to talk about. From our very first session, my goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, supported, and ready to take steps toward feeling like your best self.
I offer a safe and brave space for individuals navigating grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, identity, life transitions, and inherited intergenerational burdens. If you're ready to do the deep, meaningful work, you’re in the right place.
I believe therapy is not just about treating symptoms—it’s about understanding the deeper systems and social symbols that shape your experience. Trauma does not exist in a vacuum. It’s personal and political. Your story matters in every dimension. This is an invitation to reclaim your narrative, reconnect with your parts, and move through the world with more clarity, compassion, and power.
I offer a safe and brave space for individuals navigating grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, identity, life transitions, and inherited intergenerational burdens. If you're ready to do the deep, meaningful work, you’re in the right place.
I believe therapy is not just about treating symptoms—it’s about understanding the deeper systems and social symbols that shape your experience. Trauma does not exist in a vacuum. It’s personal and political. Your story matters in every dimension. This is an invitation to reclaim your narrative, reconnect with your parts, and move through the world with more clarity, compassion, and power.
Ever met a friend for coffee, agreed to a last-minute hike, and only then realized you were wearing flip-flops? You weren’t unprepared—you just weren’t prepared for this. Major life changes—health, loss, retirement, or relationship shifts can feel like this. This is often the point where people realize they can’t approach life the way they used to. What once worked may no longer fit, and pushing through can leave you feeling unsettled or unsure how to move forward. I help people find solid footing again, so life feels manageable—and meaningful—once more.
Ever met a friend for coffee, agreed to a last-minute hike, and only then realized you were wearing flip-flops? You weren’t unprepared—you just weren’t prepared for this. Major life changes—health, loss, retirement, or relationship shifts can feel like this. This is often the point where people realize they can’t approach life the way they used to. What once worked may no longer fit, and pushing through can leave you feeling unsettled or unsure how to move forward. I help people find solid footing again, so life feels manageable—and meaningful—once more.
I work with adults at reducing emotional conflicts; anxiety, depression, fears, individually or as a couple towards improved communication skills, with a more positive & stronger outlook on life. The therapeutic focus is in the comfort & safety of confidentiality in a setting which encourages positive solutions to our human challenges. We will work in the present while looking at the past & the future. Our past memories can be our strength knowledge for an improved future. We have learned what we have earned; knowledge. Self-express yourself in a positive confident manner. Strengthen the relationship within you and yourself.
I work with adults at reducing emotional conflicts; anxiety, depression, fears, individually or as a couple towards improved communication skills, with a more positive & stronger outlook on life. The therapeutic focus is in the comfort & safety of confidentiality in a setting which encourages positive solutions to our human challenges. We will work in the present while looking at the past & the future. Our past memories can be our strength knowledge for an improved future. We have learned what we have earned; knowledge. Self-express yourself in a positive confident manner. Strengthen the relationship within you and yourself.
While not everyone experiences mental illness, everyone has mental health that must be maintained just like physical health.
People may think they aren’t “that bad” yet, but asking for help early and often is one of the best ways to maintain wholeness in mental health. Often people think seeing a therapist makes you weak or or means you’re broken, or in some cases that you don’t trust God. Too often people are used to holding it together on the outside while internally feeling exhausted, anxious, trouble sleeping, overthinking, or questioning themselves. If this is you it's time to take care of your mental health.
While not everyone experiences mental illness, everyone has mental health that must be maintained just like physical health.
People may think they aren’t “that bad” yet, but asking for help early and often is one of the best ways to maintain wholeness in mental health. Often people think seeing a therapist makes you weak or or means you’re broken, or in some cases that you don’t trust God. Too often people are used to holding it together on the outside while internally feeling exhausted, anxious, trouble sleeping, overthinking, or questioning themselves. If this is you it's time to take care of your mental health.
I am passionate about helping adults, couples, and people struggling with tic disorders. Have you already tried "talk therapy" and found it unhelpful? I do a lot more than just listen. I help you identify your goals for treatment and collaborate with you every step of the way. I utilize methods and techniques, tailored to your diagnosis and needs, that have been proven to work.
Individually, you are ready to free yourself of depression, anxiety, social phobia, OCD, panic, health anxiety, insomnia, or tics. As a couple, you are ready for a healthy relationship. You'd like to do the work and make change. I walk alongside you in this.
I am passionate about helping adults, couples, and people struggling with tic disorders. Have you already tried "talk therapy" and found it unhelpful? I do a lot more than just listen. I help you identify your goals for treatment and collaborate with you every step of the way. I utilize methods and techniques, tailored to your diagnosis and needs, that have been proven to work.
Individually, you are ready to free yourself of depression, anxiety, social phobia, OCD, panic, health anxiety, insomnia, or tics. As a couple, you are ready for a healthy relationship. You'd like to do the work and make change. I walk alongside you in this.
Living with anxiety, fear, worry, and depression can feel very discouraging, sometimes hopeless, and these feelings can grow to be so BIG that they inevitably impact our relationships, work, dreams and goals. If you're reading this today, you might be feeling sick and tired of being sick and tired; you might feel desperate, you may have hit rock bottom or perhaps you're just hoping, praying, to find relief and a chance at something better.
Living with anxiety, fear, worry, and depression can feel very discouraging, sometimes hopeless, and these feelings can grow to be so BIG that they inevitably impact our relationships, work, dreams and goals. If you're reading this today, you might be feeling sick and tired of being sick and tired; you might feel desperate, you may have hit rock bottom or perhaps you're just hoping, praying, to find relief and a chance at something better.
I have eighteen years of clinical expertise in the field of psychology. I have been a crisis clinician much of that time helping ease the pain in the most acute psychiatric situations. This also includes being a program director in a psychiatric facility. I am a loyal and supportive advocate in your journey to living a better life. We will work together to have a more fulfilling life and accomplishing the goals and positive future that you deserve.
I have eighteen years of clinical expertise in the field of psychology. I have been a crisis clinician much of that time helping ease the pain in the most acute psychiatric situations. This also includes being a program director in a psychiatric facility. I am a loyal and supportive advocate in your journey to living a better life. We will work together to have a more fulfilling life and accomplishing the goals and positive future that you deserve.
Something happened — or kept happening — and now it feels like your nervous system never got the memo that it’s over. You find yourself bracing for what’s next, replaying the past, or going numb just to get through the day. Grief can make the world feel unrecognizable. Anxiety can make even ordinary moments feel like a threat. If trauma, PTSD, or loss has made it hard to feel like yourself again, you’re not broken — and you don’t have to keep white-knuckling it alone. Healing is possible, and it starts with feeling genuinely heard.
Something happened — or kept happening — and now it feels like your nervous system never got the memo that it’s over. You find yourself bracing for what’s next, replaying the past, or going numb just to get through the day. Grief can make the world feel unrecognizable. Anxiety can make even ordinary moments feel like a threat. If trauma, PTSD, or loss has made it hard to feel like yourself again, you’re not broken — and you don’t have to keep white-knuckling it alone. Healing is possible, and it starts with feeling genuinely heard.
You might look like you have it all together—but internally feel anxious, overwhelmed, or like you’re falling short. I specialize in working with high-achieving adults facing stress, anxiety, perfectionism, impostor syndrome, self-doubt, and disordered eating or other problem behaviors. Together, we’ll slow down, understand what’s driving these patterns, and help you feel more grounded and confident.
I also support women during pregnancy and postpartum, addressing anxiety, mood changes, identity shifts, and body image concerns. You don’t have to navigate this alone—therapy offers a compassionate space to process and heal.
You might look like you have it all together—but internally feel anxious, overwhelmed, or like you’re falling short. I specialize in working with high-achieving adults facing stress, anxiety, perfectionism, impostor syndrome, self-doubt, and disordered eating or other problem behaviors. Together, we’ll slow down, understand what’s driving these patterns, and help you feel more grounded and confident.
I also support women during pregnancy and postpartum, addressing anxiety, mood changes, identity shifts, and body image concerns. You don’t have to navigate this alone—therapy offers a compassionate space to process and heal.
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I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in Brief Therapy for the treatment of Trauma, PTSD, and relationships in crisis. As a Christian therapist I am able to provide therapy that includes a sensitive biblical approach that honors my clients’ spiritual values and acknowledges the healing power of God.
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If you are struggling with anxiety, troublesome relationships, difficulty concentrating, unmanageable emotions, nightmares, or an overall sense of purposelessness talk therapy may sound prolonged and heavy. But it doesn't have to be.
I work with people who are struggling with mental health, relationship, and family problems. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck and want a place where they can talk openly feel understood and make positive changes. My goal is to help you gain better knowledge, improve your relationships, and develop healthier ways to cope so you can move forward with more confidence and peace in your life.
I work with people who are struggling with mental health, relationship, and family problems. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck and want a place where they can talk openly feel understood and make positive changes. My goal is to help you gain better knowledge, improve your relationships, and develop healthier ways to cope so you can move forward with more confidence and peace in your life.
Hi! My name is Paula, and I'm glad you're here. The feedback I receive most from clients is that working with me is transformative, grounding, and more fun than they thought it would be. I've helped hundreds of folks achieve new levels of peace, freedom, self-trust and sanity. For many years now, I have worked with clients who come in with depression, anxiety, self-doubt, grief, relationship strife, LGBTQ+ experiences, body hatred and food issues. Perhaps you're struggling with the despair that comes from living in the world in 2026! Our work together will be authentic, powerful and deeply reparative.
Hi! My name is Paula, and I'm glad you're here. The feedback I receive most from clients is that working with me is transformative, grounding, and more fun than they thought it would be. I've helped hundreds of folks achieve new levels of peace, freedom, self-trust and sanity. For many years now, I have worked with clients who come in with depression, anxiety, self-doubt, grief, relationship strife, LGBTQ+ experiences, body hatred and food issues. Perhaps you're struggling with the despair that comes from living in the world in 2026! Our work together will be authentic, powerful and deeply reparative.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of high-stakes responsibilities, or struggling to find your footing after a traumatic experience? Whether you are a first responder navigating the front lines or a professional feeling the burnout of "doing it all," you don’t have to carry that burden alone. I specialize in helping individuals manage ADHD, heal from trauma, and navigate the complexities of mood disorders. Together, we will work to quiet the noise, process the difficult moments, and help you reclaim a sense of balance and purpose in your life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of high-stakes responsibilities, or struggling to find your footing after a traumatic experience? Whether you are a first responder navigating the front lines or a professional feeling the burnout of "doing it all," you don’t have to carry that burden alone. I specialize in helping individuals manage ADHD, heal from trauma, and navigate the complexities of mood disorders. Together, we will work to quiet the noise, process the difficult moments, and help you reclaim a sense of balance and purpose in your life.
