Emotionally Focused Therapists in Redlands, CA
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Bryan Cafferky
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MDiv, CFLE
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I use an eclectic approach, employing several modalities (TRM, Bowen,
EFT
, PET-C, IFS, etc.
Here you will find a compassionate & authentic space in which you learn to more deeply connect with yourself (and others), so you can finally discover what's behind your typical “knee-jerk reactions” & why your “go to” coping strategies seem to cause more distress than the original problems! Then we'll make meaningful shifts to uncover new and healthier ways to approach life and relationships. Clients often come to me for help with a broad range of concerns, like: trauma, anxiety, depression, pain, existential malaise, creative blocks, infertility challenges, grief, & family/relationship drama and communication difficulties.

Couples Counseling - Pamela Henkel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Emotionally Focused
Therapy (
EFT
) by Sue Johnson.
Are you feeling disconnected from your partner? Are you tired of arguing or avoiding each other? Has there been infidelity? Maybe the pressures of work, kids, finances or other issues have pulled you apart? There is a way to reduce conflict and distance and to feel close again. As a trained
EFT
therapist, I can guide you toward learning a new way of experiencing each other based on a better understanding of you and your partners emotions. Allow me to help you find a new way of seeing each other and being together.

Kenneth Lyman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified
Verified
I have advanced training in
Emotionally Focused
Therapy, created by Dr.
Is your relationship hurting right now? It can be tough to keep your love alive and always feel close to your partner. This is especially true when you are not able to communicate your feelings, or mistrust has built-up through hurt. You may feel disheartened and maybe even hopeless that you can ever repair the hurt. There is hope, however! I can help you learn how to communicate with your heart and build the closeness you both are craving, so that each of you will feel safe and heard. We can also begin to rebuild trust if there have been injuries, allowing the healing to begin. I believe you can find the closeness you long for.

Pamela Henkel Learn How To Feel Better For Good.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have the knowledge, experience, and training in EMDR and
EFT
as well as training in IFS and other therapy modalities.
Have you been told your too sensitive? Do you feel alone, like your a burden, don’t belong, or disconnected from others? Do you feel a void, unhappy, or don’t understand why you are the way you are? Or maybe you don’t understand why others are the way they are and feel disappointed in others? These experiences can often be a sign of disconnect from yourself. Often there can be a block or obstacle to relating to yourself which needs to be removed before being able to feel connected to your self and others. This block or obstacle often develops from experiences in life which may be obvious or not so obvious. I can help with this!

Lauren Enriquez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you having a hard time managing challenges or stressors in your life? Do you have overwhelming thoughts or constant worry? Are you having problems in your relationships? Life can have many challenges it is normal to need help. I have 10 years of specialized experience working with individuals with many types of mental health, emotional and behavioral issues. I use a wide range of psychotherapy modalities based on the individuals needs. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, work-life balance, college life, life transitions, relationship issues, managing emotions during pregnancy or after pregnancy therapy can help.

Elisa Canovese
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist passionate about helping people overcome difficulties in their pursuit of happiness. I provide clients with a safe place in which they can explore their struggles freely, learn new skills, discover their natural strengths and use them to change what is no longer working in their life. My style is warm, empathic and non judgmental, yet straightforward.

Elizabeth Kearney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Taking new clients! Are you feeling tired and worn out? I want to help! Sometimes the struggles of life can feel overwhelming. My goal as your therapist is to give you a safe space to process your experiences and the guidance to move forward in a healthier way. You are not alone. Let me walk this journey called life alongside you.

Sarah Bonilla
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about all things mental health! I enjoy working with parenting issues, infertility, perinatal and postpartum issues, depression and anxiety. I specialize in providing mental health care to other therapists and health care professionals. I offer a free 15 minute consultation to find out what is going on for you and if what I provide is a good fit. If for whatever reason I am not the best person to serve you, I will do my best to find a referral for you.

Sheena Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
As a parent, it's so hard to watch your teen or young adult struggle. You know they're capable of so much, yet they seem to be sidelined by lack of energy, confusion about who they are, and an inability to see a bright future for themselves. I enjoy working with teens and young adults who struggle with tackling life. I'm skilled with helping young adults and teens who feel “stuck” – they know they're capable of so much, but they just don’t know where to start in making the life of their dreams happen. I know how to work with young people so that they gain much needed direction and confidence to allow them to soar!

Aimee Joie C. Rios
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
It takes courage to recognize when you need some extra support. Whether you’re facing grief and loss, in the midst of a life transition, navigating chronic illness, struggling in an intimate relationship, or seeking support for your child, I would love to hear from you.

Janelle Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, | EMDR
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Accepting new clients; superbills available. I enjoy helping people heal and move forward, despite challenges in life. I am empathetic and highly trained. I have experience working with young adults/adults, and couples. I apply a Client Centered approach, CBT, DBT, REBT, Post Modern, Existential, & Psychodynamic- dependent upon needs. I am passionate about therapy and have been practicing for eight years. I have also been a contractor for A&E’s “Intervention.” Additionally, I practice the specialty of Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
Mindfulness Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I can assist the person/family in finding ways to address personal impairments that impact growth and vitality.

Mark A Williams
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I value the importance of creating a safe, supportive and collaborative environment to help facilitate personal growth and healing from the overwhelming challenges we sometimes face in life. Pain is part of our human experience. However, suffering does not have to be. My focus is to provide my clients with practical and effective interventions that are tailored to their specific needs. My clinical practice is highly informed by principles of neuroscience, interpersonal neurobiology and evidenced based psychological interventions. My aim is to assist, encourage and empower my clients on their path forward in reaching their goals.

Alexi Krygier
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT, APCC
Verified
Verified
I have been working directly with clients being adults, children, couples and families since 2019. My passion is to help those who are struggling with their issues and who are open and ready to make the changes necessary for them to become the best version of themselves. I use many interventions depending on the client's issues brought into session.

Diana R. Muñoz
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hello and welcome. As a marriage and family therapist I am grateful for the opportunity to work with clients providing a safe and supportive environment, navigating various challenges life brings our way. I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations over the past 8 years, supporting them through these challenges. Life has no prejudice in choosing whom obstacles afflict and when, hurdles enter each of our paths at different times. As a therapist, I am blessed to be in a position to provide support honoring your path.

Sarah Valenzuela
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a client-centered clinician who utilizes empathy, positivity and encouragement to foster healing. I believe building a warm and trusting relationship with a client is the key to opening up the healing door.

Carole Sussman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
At every stage of life we experience unique challenges. Sometimes we need a little help to understand why we react the way we do especially if we feel overwhelmed and frustrated. When we take control of our lives we become empowered and begin to heal. Everyone is capable of learning and changing if they want to. It has been my great privilege to assist people in their personal journeys for the last 40 years. I feel passionate about my work and my clients. It is exciting to help people through the therapeutic process in a way that is non-judgemental and respectful.

Louis Battistone
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LAADC, CAMS II
Verified
Verified
I have been providing therapy for individuals, families and couples, and most recently on a panel for transgender psychological evaluations for over 25 years. I have certifications for anger management and chemical dependency.

Tami Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
Let's face it, life can be a struggle. Sometimes we all need a little help getting through difficulties in life. I can and will help you get through it. Maybe your marriage is falling apart. Maybe your teenager is out of control. Maybe your life feels out of control. Maybe what should be a small problem seems huge. Maybe you think no one cares. I really do care about you. You're not alone in your concerns and troubles. You've found a safe place and someone you can trust.

Jason P Springsted
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about marriage and the family, and I believe that healthy and whole individuals make up the best families. Whether you see something seriously wrong in your life, believe your marriage could use a little fine tuning, or are worried about your adolescent slipping away, please understand that I would love to work with you on these challenges. I am thankful for those with whom I work, and I consider it a privilege to be trusted. As a Christ-follower, I am happy to incorporate faith, but only with those who so desire.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.