Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Rosemead, CA

Vivian N Vo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I’m trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), and together we'll explore what triggers your thoughts and feelings.
Our sessions should make you feel heard, seen, and supported as you face life's hardships. Fancy curse words are allowed, because I get it, sometimes things suck and it’s okay to say it like it is.
I’m trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), and together we'll explore what triggers your thoughts and feelings.
Our sessions should make you feel heard, seen, and supported as you face life's hardships. Fancy curse words are allowed, because I get it, sometimes things suck and it’s okay to say it like it is.

Many of the interventions I use are behaviorally oriented so clients can act in life in accordance with their values.
Hi there. I am Dr. Jay Howell, and I am a licensed psychologist who is passionate about providing his clients with compassionate care. I have expertise working with college-age students since I have worked in a university setting for close to 20 years. I enjoy working with clients of all ages (18 and older) who are working through many life challenges including depression, anxiety, stress, and relational concerns. I also have expertise working with clients exploring identity development which may include sexual orientation and gender identity and gender expression.
Many of the interventions I use are behaviorally oriented so clients can act in life in accordance with their values.
Hi there. I am Dr. Jay Howell, and I am a licensed psychologist who is passionate about providing his clients with compassionate care. I have expertise working with college-age students since I have worked in a university setting for close to 20 years. I enjoy working with clients of all ages (18 and older) who are working through many life challenges including depression, anxiety, stress, and relational concerns. I also have expertise working with clients exploring identity development which may include sexual orientation and gender identity and gender expression.

Feeling depressed and worried most of the time, stressed out, angry, struggling with family relationships, and having distressing memories. Don't let these problems stop you from living a meaningful life. You are NOT alone and I am here to SUPPORT you.
I welcome you to the journey of personal healing and self-discovery. Therapy sessions are tailored to fit your unique values and goals with my warm and empowering style. Hence, you will learn to identify your inner struggles, nurture your values, develop productive coping strategies, find your own strengths, foster your personal growth, and live a life that is worth living.
Feeling depressed and worried most of the time, stressed out, angry, struggling with family relationships, and having distressing memories. Don't let these problems stop you from living a meaningful life. You are NOT alone and I am here to SUPPORT you.
I welcome you to the journey of personal healing and self-discovery. Therapy sessions are tailored to fit your unique values and goals with my warm and empowering style. Hence, you will learn to identify your inner struggles, nurture your values, develop productive coping strategies, find your own strengths, foster your personal growth, and live a life that is worth living.

Hello and welcome! My name is Janelle Gallardo, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I help support adults navigating mental and emotional challenges and utilize an approach that is tailored to the individual's specific needs. I typically work with clients seeking therapy for trauma, anxiety, grief, depression, career exploration, relationship issues, self-esteem, and life transitions. I also have training and experience with eating disorders (primarily binge eating) and sexual problems.
Hello and welcome! My name is Janelle Gallardo, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I help support adults navigating mental and emotional challenges and utilize an approach that is tailored to the individual's specific needs. I typically work with clients seeking therapy for trauma, anxiety, grief, depression, career exploration, relationship issues, self-esteem, and life transitions. I also have training and experience with eating disorders (primarily binge eating) and sexual problems.

Hi, my name is Jennifer Rauch and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field and I would love to help you find your way through life's problems. I provide counseling services to older youths and adults facing problems at school, work, or in their personal lives. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a tool to help my clients reach their goals in a timely manner.
Hi, my name is Jennifer Rauch and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field and I would love to help you find your way through life's problems. I provide counseling services to older youths and adults facing problems at school, work, or in their personal lives. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a tool to help my clients reach their goals in a timely manner.

Hi. I'm Hannah Thomson. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been providing mental health treatment for over 15 years. When you first come see me, we will do an assessment together to help me understand who you are in a holistic way, which includes your intersecting identities, values, strengths, and what is important to you. I have experience in a wide spectrum of presenting concerns, ranging from short-term adjustment issues to longer-term mental illness diagnoses. I have also worked extensively with life transitions, trauma, identity issues, interpersonal relationship problems, religious trauma, and women's issues.
Hi. I'm Hannah Thomson. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been providing mental health treatment for over 15 years. When you first come see me, we will do an assessment together to help me understand who you are in a holistic way, which includes your intersecting identities, values, strengths, and what is important to you. I have experience in a wide spectrum of presenting concerns, ranging from short-term adjustment issues to longer-term mental illness diagnoses. I have also worked extensively with life transitions, trauma, identity issues, interpersonal relationship problems, religious trauma, and women's issues.

My work in mental health field began over 7 years ago, working with children, adolescents , families, and adults. Most of my work has been with clients with intensive mental health needs and whom have experience trauma in their lives. I have worked in providing individual/family therapy as well as help in navigating with parenting and behavior issues.
My work in mental health field began over 7 years ago, working with children, adolescents , families, and adults. Most of my work has been with clients with intensive mental health needs and whom have experience trauma in their lives. I have worked in providing individual/family therapy as well as help in navigating with parenting and behavior issues.

Maria Figueroa, L.C.S.W. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in community mental health providing trauma-informed and evidence-based treatment to children, youths, and families. I am passionate about empowering and supporting others to reconnect with themselves and remember that they are worthy of peace, love, and well-being no matter what season of life they are in. Empathy, self-compassion, and authenticity are at the heart of my practice in order to provide a safe space where clients can explore themselves honestly.
Maria Figueroa, L.C.S.W. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in community mental health providing trauma-informed and evidence-based treatment to children, youths, and families. I am passionate about empowering and supporting others to reconnect with themselves and remember that they are worthy of peace, love, and well-being no matter what season of life they are in. Empathy, self-compassion, and authenticity are at the heart of my practice in order to provide a safe space where clients can explore themselves honestly.
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I provide an empathic and collaborative space to develop self- acceptance and work towards positive change.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in the Los Angeles area. I provide therapy to adults, young adults, and couples via Telehealth. Many of my clients face various mental health struggles and life stressors. I am passionate about working with clients from all different cultural backgrounds. I focus on treating anxiety, mood disorders, trauma symptoms, and relationship and attachment issues.
I provide an empathic and collaborative space to develop self- acceptance and work towards positive change.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in the Los Angeles area. I provide therapy to adults, young adults, and couples via Telehealth. Many of my clients face various mental health struggles and life stressors. I am passionate about working with clients from all different cultural backgrounds. I focus on treating anxiety, mood disorders, trauma symptoms, and relationship and attachment issues.

My approach in therapy is person-centered, CBT, DBT, and Acceptance and Commitment.
I have found that my style of approach and counseling is helpful for adolescents and adults presenting with anxiety, sadness, trauma, and grief. I am also passionate about helping clients with the management of stressors and adjustment and also process through life transitions.
My approach in therapy is person-centered, CBT, DBT, and Acceptance and Commitment.
I have found that my style of approach and counseling is helpful for adolescents and adults presenting with anxiety, sadness, trauma, and grief. I am also passionate about helping clients with the management of stressors and adjustment and also process through life transitions.

I embrace an eclectic use of modalities, such as person centered, interpersonal, cognitive behavioral, acceptance commitment, narrative & family systems, with a trauma informed/recovery model approach.
We are all experts of our own lives. Promoting self-determination is the truest way to enhance one's ability to positively change. With an unconditional, non-judgmental & trusting alliance we can positively change our lives by self-discovery, developing insight, self-compassion & strengthen our resilient capacity to face any of life’s challenges.
I embrace an eclectic use of modalities, such as person centered, interpersonal, cognitive behavioral, acceptance commitment, narrative & family systems, with a trauma informed/recovery model approach.
We are all experts of our own lives. Promoting self-determination is the truest way to enhance one's ability to positively change. With an unconditional, non-judgmental & trusting alliance we can positively change our lives by self-discovery, developing insight, self-compassion & strengthen our resilient capacity to face any of life’s challenges.

I also specialize in ACT and CBT.
Do you find yourself having a difficult time coping with anxiety, depression, and trauma? Do you have a hard time communicating and setting boundaries with others? Life is full of obstacles and hardships that may be difficult to overcome without the right tools, resources, and, guidance leading to the manifestation of these symptoms. I specialize in working with adults, couples, and adolescents using a Psychodynamic approach to explore unconscious thoughts and behaviors. In doing this, we are able to collaboratively recognize old ineffective patterns and process unresolved feelings and trauma.
I also specialize in ACT and CBT.
Do you find yourself having a difficult time coping with anxiety, depression, and trauma? Do you have a hard time communicating and setting boundaries with others? Life is full of obstacles and hardships that may be difficult to overcome without the right tools, resources, and, guidance leading to the manifestation of these symptoms. I specialize in working with adults, couples, and adolescents using a Psychodynamic approach to explore unconscious thoughts and behaviors. In doing this, we are able to collaboratively recognize old ineffective patterns and process unresolved feelings and trauma.

I want them to know they can bring all of their experiences, thoughts, and emotions for true acceptance, gentle containment, and curious exploration.
Hello, I'm Jackie Jarrard, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 100+ hours of training in human sexuality and I am passionate about exploring the positive role of sexuality in our lives. I work with diverse clients who want to learn to thrive and not just survive through their challenges. I am guided first by what my client's goals are, and I encourage them to think short-term and long-term. We will work to prioritize immediate concerns and also identify longer-standing patterns and influences. Ultimately I want to set my clients on a path of discovering and living in their authenticity.
I want them to know they can bring all of their experiences, thoughts, and emotions for true acceptance, gentle containment, and curious exploration.
Hello, I'm Jackie Jarrard, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 100+ hours of training in human sexuality and I am passionate about exploring the positive role of sexuality in our lives. I work with diverse clients who want to learn to thrive and not just survive through their challenges. I am guided first by what my client's goals are, and I encourage them to think short-term and long-term. We will work to prioritize immediate concerns and also identify longer-standing patterns and influences. Ultimately I want to set my clients on a path of discovering and living in their authenticity.

Lidia Minerva Haefele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPHA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I use various methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Strength-Based Therapy, among others, tailored precisely to your situation.
My name is Lidia, and I am a licensed clinical social worker proudly serving Riverside and Orange County, Ca. I also offer Telehealth services to clients across the state. I specialize in addressing addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma, difficult transitions, and a variety of life challenges that impact one’s ability to lead a balanced and healthy life. I firmly believe that everyone has the capacity to learn the skills and tools necessary to become the best version of themselves, even in the face of adversity. I understand that reaching out for help can be a significant step, and I would be honored to guide you on this journey.
I use various methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Strength-Based Therapy, among others, tailored precisely to your situation.
My name is Lidia, and I am a licensed clinical social worker proudly serving Riverside and Orange County, Ca. I also offer Telehealth services to clients across the state. I specialize in addressing addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma, difficult transitions, and a variety of life challenges that impact one’s ability to lead a balanced and healthy life. I firmly believe that everyone has the capacity to learn the skills and tools necessary to become the best version of themselves, even in the face of adversity. I understand that reaching out for help can be a significant step, and I would be honored to guide you on this journey.

Taking the first step is an act of self-care—if you're ready, I invite you to reach out and begin this journey!
I would work with clients who experience emotional challenges, relationship difficulties, or parenting concerns and is ready to engage in personal growth and healing. They may be experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, or chronic illness, which has impacted their self-confidence, relationships, and overall well-being. They might also be a couple facing conflict, trust issues, or communication breakdowns. My role is to help them navigate these challenges, providing them with the tools, insights, and support they need to create a life that aligns with their values and aspirations.
Taking the first step is an act of self-care—if you're ready, I invite you to reach out and begin this journey!
I would work with clients who experience emotional challenges, relationship difficulties, or parenting concerns and is ready to engage in personal growth and healing. They may be experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, or chronic illness, which has impacted their self-confidence, relationships, and overall well-being. They might also be a couple facing conflict, trust issues, or communication breakdowns. My role is to help them navigate these challenges, providing them with the tools, insights, and support they need to create a life that aligns with their values and aspirations.

In my work, I emphasize kindness, acceptance and clarity, grounded in a psychodynamic, mindfulness and strength-based approach.
Are you seeking answers regarding next steps, are you struggling with old patterns or dealing with anxiety, depression, or an important life transition? Are you feeling stuck? I have worked with people facing life’s most difficult challenges including trauma and end of life. With my diverse background, I believe no challenge is too great or too unsolvable. Clients therefore feel safe to discuss their deepest concerns. We work together to resolve challenges, find healing and support and regain confidence to find the positive path forward.
In my work, I emphasize kindness, acceptance and clarity, grounded in a psychodynamic, mindfulness and strength-based approach.
Are you seeking answers regarding next steps, are you struggling with old patterns or dealing with anxiety, depression, or an important life transition? Are you feeling stuck? I have worked with people facing life’s most difficult challenges including trauma and end of life. With my diverse background, I believe no challenge is too great or too unsolvable. Clients therefore feel safe to discuss their deepest concerns. We work together to resolve challenges, find healing and support and regain confidence to find the positive path forward.

Stacey Leigh Spencer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize ACT with creative arts, ERP, parts work, and other experiential modalities to help you create a more full and vital life.
We all need space to explore, reflect, learn, and grow. As a fellow traveler on this path, I am here to help support you along the way. I strive to empower clients of all ages to develop an authentic sense of self, build strong relationships, and implement the skills needed to live with flexibility and confidence. Our work will honor your unique strengths and needs, while assisting you in utilizing more effective tools to overcome life's many challenges. I am particularly passionate about working with LGBTQIA+ clients and your families, providing a healing space where your identity can be fully expressed and celebrated.
I utilize ACT with creative arts, ERP, parts work, and other experiential modalities to help you create a more full and vital life.
We all need space to explore, reflect, learn, and grow. As a fellow traveler on this path, I am here to help support you along the way. I strive to empower clients of all ages to develop an authentic sense of self, build strong relationships, and implement the skills needed to live with flexibility and confidence. Our work will honor your unique strengths and needs, while assisting you in utilizing more effective tools to overcome life's many challenges. I am particularly passionate about working with LGBTQIA+ clients and your families, providing a healing space where your identity can be fully expressed and celebrated.

My therapeutic approach utilizes techniques from Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
My greatest successes have been in treating individuals experiencing mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety/panic attacks, substance abuse/addiction, self-harm and suicidal ideation, stress, relationship problems, abuse, and trauma.
My therapeutic approach utilizes techniques from Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
My greatest successes have been in treating individuals experiencing mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety/panic attacks, substance abuse/addiction, self-harm and suicidal ideation, stress, relationship problems, abuse, and trauma.

My theoretical approach combines Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), as well as mindfulness skills and emotion regulation skills.
Are you struggling with overcoming previous trauma? Are you having trouble managing high levels of anxiety? If you're feeling stuck in constant anxiety or perfectionism, I can guide you towards the life you want by helping you reduce negative symptoms and teaching you to cope with life stressors. If you are having a hard time healing from your trauma, I can help you reduce the intensity of triggers and emotionally regulate in a safe, contained way. I teach clients to find strategic solutions to live the kind of life they want.
My theoretical approach combines Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), as well as mindfulness skills and emotion regulation skills.
Are you struggling with overcoming previous trauma? Are you having trouble managing high levels of anxiety? If you're feeling stuck in constant anxiety or perfectionism, I can guide you towards the life you want by helping you reduce negative symptoms and teaching you to cope with life stressors. If you are having a hard time healing from your trauma, I can help you reduce the intensity of triggers and emotionally regulate in a safe, contained way. I teach clients to find strategic solutions to live the kind of life they want.

My approach to therapy is flexible though I commonly utilize the following theories: Person-Centered (allowing you to find your own answers), Acceptance and Commitment (finding value-based intentional action), and Strength-Based (identifying your internal resourcefulness).
My client base includes those who have or are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, relational stressors, internal conflict, life transition obstacles, and women's issues. I have experience working with individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community, teens, adults, and families and I am trained in Family Systems and DBT.
My approach to therapy is flexible though I commonly utilize the following theories: Person-Centered (allowing you to find your own answers), Acceptance and Commitment (finding value-based intentional action), and Strength-Based (identifying your internal resourcefulness).
My client base includes those who have or are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, relational stressors, internal conflict, life transition obstacles, and women's issues. I have experience working with individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community, teens, adults, and families and I am trained in Family Systems and DBT.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.