Women's Issues Therapists in Petaluma, CA

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Phylis Wakefield
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My specialties are Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Trauma, Women's Issues ,and Parenting Issues.
"Creating the life you truly want to live requires courage and tenacity. As a psychologist, coach, healer and entrepreneur, I am committed to 'walking my talk' and creating a joyous life for myself and others. My purpose in life is to encourage, inspire and support people to live their lives with Adventure, Joy, and Spirit and truly make a difference in this world." Phylis
(707) 986-8987
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Laurette Lipman
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
I also work with women's issues such as infertility, miscarriage, and postpartum depression.
I know sometimes life can be hard, and it is difficult to seek out help from someone. Often my clients come to me nervous or hesitant to open up, but they notice that after even meeting only one time they feel better. I do my best to make sure you feel comfortable, and that you feel like you have someone that really cares and understands what you are going through. You do not have to do go through it alone! I am here and I want to help you. You can become a happier and healthier you!
(707) 368-4603
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Meg Tinsley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or low self esteem? Do you wish you had a better body image, or could control emotional eating? Have difficulty setting boundaries and find yourself resentful because of it? Many people who didn't get their needs met in the past struggle to be truly kind to themselves and need a compassionate witness in that process. These are some of the issues I work with on a regular basis in my practice. I see people new to therapy, as well as those who are continuing their journey towards greater authenticity, healing, and meaning.
(707) 800-3591
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Petaluma, CA 94952
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Michelle Takemoto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Therapy will open new doors for you, allow you to gain insight into your struggles, and create movement toward healing. I specialize in supporting women, families, and couples through difficult times such as parenting, chronic illness, marriage conflicts, grief and loss, parenting children with disabilities, cultural loss and trauma, anxiety/depression, and work-related stressors. Recovery and leading a life of fulfillment is truly possible. Take the first step toward finding hope and leading an authentic, love-filled life.
(707) 532-2360
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Petaluma, CA 94975
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Felicia Matto-Shepard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified
Verified
It is complicated to chose a therapist from such a long list of possibilities. It is equally challenging to tell you about my work in a few short paragraphs! Nevertheless, here I go: I can help with anxiety, depression, grief, lack of direction, life transitions - marriage, divorce, life threatening illness, empty nest - as well as early trauma, spiritual crisis and sexuality issues. I am fairly interactive and I maintain a sense of humor, even in the midst of very difficult situations.
(707) 635-5954
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Petaluma, CA 94952
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Mary Disharoon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Would you like some help sorting through and finding solutions to some things you are struggling with? I can help you find answers where you have been confused, and be empowered where you have felt stuck.
(707) 506-6924
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Rolanda R Bradshaw
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Attending therapy can be incredibly powerful. And sometimes it can be scary. That’s why I strive to create an emotionally safe and supportive environment. My goal is to help you feel validated and understood, as you work through complex and difficult emotions. I have over 15 years of experience working with people dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, emotional regulation issues, low self-esteem, chronic mental illness, and racism. I've also provided treatment in a variety of settings, including county systems, community mental health, and an intensive outpatient program.
(707) 691-0754
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Petaluma, CA 94954
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Kaitlin Soule
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I'm a Therapist, Mom, Author, and Mental Health Media Contributor who is highly specialized in treating Anxiety Disorders and Maternal Mental Health. I specialize in working with women, parents, and couples who want to get back into the driver’s seat of their life and find more freedom and joy through healing, growth and change work. I use the lens of CBT, ACT, and Fairplay (a new method for modern families) and pride myself in bringing a fresh, modern approach to therapy. My clients are typically adults who are wanting to do the work of overcoming anxiety, or learn to cope better with the load of parenthood and work/life "balance."
(707) 306-8043
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Patricia (Pat) T Hromalik
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you having struggles in your relationships? Or having trouble coping with stress or changes in your life? Perhaps you have suffered a loss or are struggling to come to terms with a past trauma? I have many years of work and life experience that inform my counseling work, especially in helping people manage conflict, deal with stress effectively, manage life transitions, and work on relationships. I understand the challenges of relationships, family dynamics, parenting, career and job issues, grief and loss, illness, divorce, abuse, trauma, suicide, depression and anxiety and self-esteem.
(707) 892-0774
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Petaluma, CA 94954
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Dr. Das Gupta- Workshop: Finding The Right Romantic Partner
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MSc, MFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Dr Das Gupta PhD, MFT has a specialty in trauma and has worked with many people over the past 20 years to help them reach a level of satisfaction with their lives that they hadn’t had before. Currently she is running short workshops dealing with relationship Issues and how to find the right romantic partner. Please see group details or email Dr Das Gupta
(707) 846-6844
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Petaluma, CA 94952
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Andrea Nortz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
As a therapist specializing in supporting children, young adults, adults, and couples, I appreciate that you chose to seek mental health care from me. I offer my clients support, insight, and encouragement using a strength based approach to help them recognize and identify the resources they have already successfully used in the past in order to resolve current conflicts, struggles, obstacles. I will listen closely to you with both empathy as well as compassion. Together we will explore your thoughts and emotions and collaborate in order to create your goals. How do you want your life to change?
(707) 207-8177
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Petaluma, CA 94952
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Yvette Rico
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Accepting New Clients! (I currently have 3 discounted slots available). I am passionate about working with folks of color who are navigating anxiety, stress, transitions, questions around identity, sadness, and perfectionism. Typically folks who I work with feel that they have do things "right," feel guilty for paying attention to their needs, and experience self-doubt. I see it as my role to provide a space where people can share their stories, tap into self-compassion, own their strengths, and live with confidence.
(707) 361-9347
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Petaluma, CA 94952
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Susan Kistin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Whatever has brought you here, I've no doubt it's an opportunity to create something better. I can help you release old, painful patterns that go nowhere, so you can create the life you want. If you're on your knees in transition, grief and loss, I can support you through it. I'm an enthusiastic catalyst for you to be a game changer in your own life! You can rely on my 35 plus years of experience and will find me interactive, compassionate and generous with clear, inspiring feedback. We'll work as collaborators for your best evolution.
(707) 563-6106
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Courtney Breed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
29 Endorsed
Verified
29 Endorsed
We all have times where we could use some extra support. I offer a warm, engaged presence to help foster healing and growth. I believe we all have the capacity to heal but that we sometimes need a partner or guide to help us look deeply at the parts of our lives that need attention. I feel honored to be able to provide compassionate psychotherapy to individuals wanting to gain insight into old patterns, heal from past trauma and make needed changes in their lives.
(707) 782-4061
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Patty Bechtold
Counselor, MS, LPCC, BCC
Verified
Verified
Are you a woman who feels like something's missing in your life, or in you? Do you tend to put your needs last or minimize your problems? Maybe you're hard on yourself too. And you've been pulled off balance by: stress, anxiety, self-doubt, depression, grief, life transition, relationship struggles or career/life dissatisfaction. I counsel and coach women just like you through challenging and confusing life passages and difficult times. I'll help you reclaim the wise, empowered woman within and also encourage you to see yourself as worthy and good enough. The result: self-compassion, self-belief, deeper connections, more aliveness.
(707) 205-3079
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Michelle M Hardeman-Guptill
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCHT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Today, I encourage you to consider an alternative future. One where you are at peace with yourself. Where the light and dark within you are both accepted unconditionally and you remember who you were before the beliefs that currently limit you were formed. I strive to help others separate themselves from their problems, including significant symptoms and behaviors. You HAVE a problem. YOU are not a Problem. For the last 15 years I have worked with children, adolescents, adults and their families. Ready to dive deep and make a change? Let's talk!
(707) 317-1405
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Justine Byk
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
We all experience challenging times in our lives. I imagine you are here because you want to make a change. You may be seeking relief from something that has been weighing on you, or ready to explore making changes to bring more joy and fulfillment into your life. Whatever you are seeking, I would be honored to support you on this very important journey.
(415) 857-1922
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Vanessa Eve Eyen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Do you feel alone, lost, empty, or dissatisfied? Are you struggling with meaningless work or overwhelmed about the state of our world? Do you want to feel happy and peaceful so you can appreciate and enjoy your life? Maybe you long to have time in the wild and beautiful natural places. Perhaps you desire supportive and healthy relationships with people who share your values. Or maybe your deepest wish is to know your purpose, to be involved in inspiring and meaningful work where you can know and share your gifts.
(707) 861-8555
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Kristy Hellum
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
My clients tend to be creative and sensitive souls, ready to transform unhealthy relationships & patterns and embrace more joy. I work well with those who have a spiritual practice to lean on while integrating psychological insights for lasting change and healing. Among other things, I specialize in couple's communication skill building, healthy sexuality & healing from relationship trauma/intimate betrayal. Let's explore the roots of suffering/stuckness and open new paths to wholeness. Everyone has an innate capacity to grow & change in profound ways. I would be honored to help you feel more peace, love and joy. LGBTQ ally.
(707) 513-4226
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Victoria Rohrer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have a passion for working with adolescents & adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, suicidality, low self-esteem and codependency. I adhere to a Person-Centered counseling approach which means, therapy gets to be all about you, where you are valued and you can say what’s on your mind without fear of judgment. Therapy is a process that takes time, effort & a willingness to be vulnerable and self-reflect. But the biggest predictor of success in therapy is having a good relationship with your therapist, so why not give me a call for a free consultation.
(707) 509-8031
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Women's Issues Therapists

How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?

Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?

Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.