Family Therapy in Rocklin, CA

Anxiety can give us all the feels… and not the pleasant ones. Overwhelm, exhaustion, panic, nervousness, distraction… you name it, Anxiety is a big deal. It can keep us from doing the things we love, spending time with family and friends, and keeps us from our day to day responsibilities. In therapy, you will learn skillful responses to anxiety… ‘cause let’s be real.. anxiety isn’t going away. So let’s find out how to to beat anxiety and win your life back. Because you are worth it!

Hi! I am so happy that you are here and reading my personal statement. This means that you are one step closer to attaining your goals and embarking on a therapeutic journey. I am excited and honored to support you on this path towards growth and wellness. I know that changes are hard, but I am hoping that throughout our collaboration, we can work through these changes and processes together to improve your quality of life and help you build skills that can support your day to day functions.

I applaud you for the courage it takes to explore personal change and enrich your life to achieve your personal goals. I assure you that whatever fears, regrets, resentment or grief you are carrying, you are not alone and there is a path to a lighter and brighter life. I believe that therapy is an opportunity to explore your inner wisdom as you navigate solutions to life experiences. I cultivate a welcoming, supportive and safe environment while understanding what "speaks" to you for therapy to be effective. Each person is unique, therefore my therapeutic approach is tailored to match the needs of the individual and situation.

Seeking Feminist, body-neutral, LGBTQIA+ celebrating depth therapy? Societal narratives affect how we think about ourselves & require time, attention & care to unpack, process & heal. Culture, race, ethnicity, gender, sex, & sexuality all impact the stories we are told about who we can be, should be & are. You’ve come to a point where you know old narratives aren’t serving you, they're playing out in your relationships, career, family, internal narrative & you want to create more joy, freedom & ease in your day to day. A feminist LGBTQIA+ affirming & celebrating lens can be healing, empowering, & liberating one for all identities!

Are you looking for a therapist that is a good fit for you? Searching for the right therapist is challenging! This information may give you a sense of what it would be like to work together. Feel free to call or email if you have any questions. I offer a free telephone consultation, and offer excellent referrals if I am not the right fit for your particular circumstance. I work with individuals and couples and children on a wide range of issues including anxiety, perfectionism, support through life-transistions or re-connecting/ rekindling loving feelings.

Trauma changed everything. Now you feel isolated, lonely, and full of anxiety. It’s easy to feel like trauma has taken over, defining who you are. The stress, feelings of helplessness, and frustration that come along with feeling powerless have you questioning yourself constantly. I’m here to tell you - this doesn’t have to be your life. Trauma is a story about something that happened to you - it’s not who you are. Your story is unique to you, along with your experiences. When you’re supported with empathy and compassion, you can rediscover your resilience and courage, and reclaim the story that’s always been yours to write.

Do you feel overwhelmed in your relationships? Perhaps you find yourself struggling to keep up on emails, messages and to-do lists that never seem to end. Do you struggle to identify who YOU are in a relationship? Communicating & advocating for ourselves can come as a challenge — especially when a huge part of us wants to love and give to the people we care most about. My clients are individuals and couples looking to build strong connections while working through issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD/ADD, body positivity, and codependency.

When faced with life’s inevitable stressors, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Emotional pain is an unavoidable part of our human experience, but suffering does not have to be. You may be feeling stuck, frustrated, depressed, or anxious, and finding yourself off course from the life you hope to be living. I’m glad you are reaching out, because therapy can help.

Greetings, my name is Emily. Do you often find yourself struggling to keep up with the many demands of life, feeling pulled in multiple directions with no room to breathe? Do you struggle to maintain healthy relationships, work-life balance, and self-compassion?

I believe that every person has something valuable to offer the world that is uniquely theirs. It takes a tremendous amount of courage to reach out for help when life becomes too difficult. I want to join with you during your heavy season by creating a space, just for you, to be heard and understood. My goal for treatment is to develop a safe and inviting space where clients can access tools, resources, and the support necessary to embrace their full potential.

I offer in-person testing at my office in Rocklin, CA (Placer County, Sacramento Valley) and virtual evaluations across the state of California. I am a neurodiversity-affirmative and collaborative assessor who believes individuals are the experts of their own experiences. My role is to work with you to expand your knowledge about yourself and to seek out answers to questions you may have about your mental health. I specialize in autism and ADHD evaluations for adults and kids, and also provide more comprehensive testing to look at anxiety, depression, or personality. To learn more about my testing services, send me an email or call.

It takes courage to be willing to get some help. I'd like to honor your courage and be a partner in healing, while you address the issues that make your world less than you imagine it can be. Whether your relationships feel difficult, or you are struggling with specific issues like substance use, mental health, or the wreckage of trauma in your life-- healing is both possible and available. I work in a variety of ways, and try to match the way I work and skills I bring to the PERSON I am working with. Find your peace today.

If sadness, worry, stress, disturbing memories, and daily challenges are making life difficult and you are missing the joy ... It might be time to speak with someone to reduce the pain and renew your hope.

You owe it to yourself to try what works. I'm an experienced EMDR Therapist and Couples/Divorce Counselor. If anxiety or depression are making it hard to live your best life, EMDR is for you. EMDR is a highly-researched treatment that can relieve decades of struggle in just a few sessions. If you're suffering, click my website to learn more. You don't need years of therapy to feel good again; you need the system that is certified by the World Health Organization and dozens of others as their preferred treatment for trauma, anxiety, and other symptoms.

For the past 15 years, and after completing her graduate degree from Santa Clara University, Esmeralda (Esme) Valencia has been providing therapy for those facing a variety of personal and mental health difficulties. Esme specializes in working with individuals on their journey toward personal growth or as they face struggles with relationships in their life. A primary focus of Esme's work has been in working with with parents, youth, and families as they face a multitude of barriers among them concerns over communication struggles, depression, anxiety, intimacy problems, parenting, working with teens, trauma, grief and loss.

Getting through daily stressors can be hard at times, especially if feeling alone and unsure of what to do next. I enjoy working with individuals who are ready to explore barriers and what is getting in the way of their success and happiness. Together we will come up with a plan that is realistic in order to help you accomplish the life goals set.

If we have loved well while alive...our love will go on for generations --Desmond Tutu

Everyone struggles periodically when going through difficult seasons in life; often they would benefit from some additional support and guidance to help them find relief and healing. I believe that my role in therapy is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment in which I may accompany my clients on their journey navigating life and its challenges, supporting and empowering them on a path toward healing, growth, and abundance. I view my clients as unique individuals who have a significant story to tell and tailor my therapeutic approach to their specific needs and personality.

Hi, I’m Dr. Amanda Richardson. I am currently accepting NEW clients in-person in Rocklin, CA. I would be honored to help guide you through tough transitions. From anxiety to depression and everything in between. Whether you’re struggling with core values, existential questions, need help to improve a relationship, or want to learn new ways to handle stress and strengthen your coping tools, I’m here to help.