Therapists for Adults in Running Springs, CA
Being a people pleaser is hard. It’s hard to say ‘no’, it’s hard to feel resentful when you overextend yourself, it’s hard to be so consumed with others that you feel out of touch with yourself and your own needs. It would be so nice (yet feels so out of reach) to just sit down, relax, and feel comfortable in your own skin. No to-do list nagging at you, able to let your shoulders comfortably relax away from being bunched up by your ears.
Being a people pleaser is hard. It’s hard to say ‘no’, it’s hard to feel resentful when you overextend yourself, it’s hard to be so consumed with others that you feel out of touch with yourself and your own needs. It would be so nice (yet feels so out of reach) to just sit down, relax, and feel comfortable in your own skin. No to-do list nagging at you, able to let your shoulders comfortably relax away from being bunched up by your ears.
Hello! My name is Melissa MacGown. I am a licensed marriage & family therapist who has been in the psychology field for nearly 20 years! My approach is easy-going but concise. I am happy to sit and listen or ask helpful questions to learn about the issues or presenting problem(s) that brought you to seek counseling support. My approach is professional while being humanistic and down-to-earth. I tend to gear my treatment towards the individual, couple, or group/family. However, I lean towards a sort of problem-solving, goal-oriented, solution-focused approach. I want clients to feel heard, understood, and cared for.
Hello! My name is Melissa MacGown. I am a licensed marriage & family therapist who has been in the psychology field for nearly 20 years! My approach is easy-going but concise. I am happy to sit and listen or ask helpful questions to learn about the issues or presenting problem(s) that brought you to seek counseling support. My approach is professional while being humanistic and down-to-earth. I tend to gear my treatment towards the individual, couple, or group/family. However, I lean towards a sort of problem-solving, goal-oriented, solution-focused approach. I want clients to feel heard, understood, and cared for.
I support children and adults facing anxiety, depression, and self-doubt, offering care, not judgment.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about your path forward, you’re not alone and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. My ideal client is someone who’s ready to look inward and make meaningful changes, even if they’re not quite sure where to begin. You might be navigating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, identity struggles, or simply trying to understand yourself better. Maybe life hasn’t gone as planned, and you're feeling discouraged or lost. Whatever you're facing, you want support, not judgment, a place where you can be seen, heard, and valued as you are.
I support children and adults facing anxiety, depression, and self-doubt, offering care, not judgment.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about your path forward, you’re not alone and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. My ideal client is someone who’s ready to look inward and make meaningful changes, even if they’re not quite sure where to begin. You might be navigating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, identity struggles, or simply trying to understand yourself better. Maybe life hasn’t gone as planned, and you're feeling discouraged or lost. Whatever you're facing, you want support, not judgment, a place where you can be seen, heard, and valued as you are.
I have been working with and supporting children, teens, and adults for twenty-seven years through various methods, including child therapy and individual therapy.
Our first session is about getting to know each other, gathering enough information to help me see the bigger picture of what you are looking for and struggling with. If the client is a child, then the parent (s) are strongly encouraged to join the first session to help me better understand your child.
I have been working with and supporting children, teens, and adults for twenty-seven years through various methods, including child therapy and individual therapy.
Our first session is about getting to know each other, gathering enough information to help me see the bigger picture of what you are looking for and struggling with. If the client is a child, then the parent (s) are strongly encouraged to join the first session to help me better understand your child.
As a licensed therapist, I help clients create emotional, physical, and spiritual balance, tailoring my approach to their values, cultural identity, and life experiences. I specialize in parenting, children, trauma, chronic pain, depression/anxiety, grief, and pregnancy/infant loss. If weekly therapy isn’t yielding results, or you’re ready for deeper change, consider an EMDR Therapy Intensive. These intensives last 4-6 hours per day over 2-4 days, with a personalized plan. You'll be my sole focus. Offered virtually, in Upland, or at a serene retreat setting in Running Springs.
As a licensed therapist, I help clients create emotional, physical, and spiritual balance, tailoring my approach to their values, cultural identity, and life experiences. I specialize in parenting, children, trauma, chronic pain, depression/anxiety, grief, and pregnancy/infant loss. If weekly therapy isn’t yielding results, or you’re ready for deeper change, consider an EMDR Therapy Intensive. These intensives last 4-6 hours per day over 2-4 days, with a personalized plan. You'll be my sole focus. Offered virtually, in Upland, or at a serene retreat setting in Running Springs.
Dawn Hull
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults who feel stuck in patterns shaped by grief, trauma, or difficult relationships.
I specialize in working with adults experiencing relationship conflict, trauma, and grief and loss. Using a trauma-informed approach grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I help clients understand emotional patterns, navigate difficult relationships, and develop practical tools for healing and growth.
I work with adults who feel stuck in patterns shaped by grief, trauma, or difficult relationships.
I specialize in working with adults experiencing relationship conflict, trauma, and grief and loss. Using a trauma-informed approach grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I help clients understand emotional patterns, navigate difficult relationships, and develop practical tools for healing and growth.
I’m here for the people who want to experience deep and lasting healing and transformation. I don’t do surface level, excessive focus on “symptom management” and coping skills. I do “let’s examine how you make meaning of reality and improve the quality of relationship with yourself, others, and the world. And let’s repattern your body and mind into an experience of safety and ease." I love diving deep with you into the identity structures that keep destructive and painful patterns in place and supporting you with discovering the innate wisdom that will guide you into a relationship of profound trust with, and love for, yourself.
I’m here for the people who want to experience deep and lasting healing and transformation. I don’t do surface level, excessive focus on “symptom management” and coping skills. I do “let’s examine how you make meaning of reality and improve the quality of relationship with yourself, others, and the world. And let’s repattern your body and mind into an experience of safety and ease." I love diving deep with you into the identity structures that keep destructive and painful patterns in place and supporting you with discovering the innate wisdom that will guide you into a relationship of profound trust with, and love for, yourself.
I most enjoy working with clients who are willing to look within and accept responsibility (not blame) for their thoughts, feelings and behavior. I feel especially honored to work with clients who have had traumatic childhood experiences, including sexual abuse. Although these events can have devastating consequences, I have found that survivors of childhood trauma can also be catapulted to higher than usual levels of consciousness and well-being when the traumas are healed. In other words, therapy is a very gratifying journey to walk with a client. I work well with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, eating disorders and dissociative disorders.
I most enjoy working with clients who are willing to look within and accept responsibility (not blame) for their thoughts, feelings and behavior. I feel especially honored to work with clients who have had traumatic childhood experiences, including sexual abuse. Although these events can have devastating consequences, I have found that survivors of childhood trauma can also be catapulted to higher than usual levels of consciousness and well-being when the traumas are healed. In other words, therapy is a very gratifying journey to walk with a client. I work well with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, eating disorders and dissociative disorders.
I have over 9 years of experience working with children and adults.
I provide support to individuals experiencing severe mental illness, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, and addiction to substances. My theoretical orientation includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Integrative Therapy.
I have over 9 years of experience working with children and adults.
I provide support to individuals experiencing severe mental illness, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, and addiction to substances. My theoretical orientation includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Integrative Therapy.
As a therapist, I bring a deeply empathetic, relationship-centered approach to my work. I believe meaningful change happens within the safety of a genuine connection, so I prioritize building trust, understanding, and collaboration with each client. My style is warm and encouraging, offering both compassion and gentle challenge when needed. I am motivated by the belief that growth is always possible, and I strive to help clients recognize their strengths, clarify their values, and move toward lasting, meaningful change with confidence and hope.
As a therapist, I bring a deeply empathetic, relationship-centered approach to my work. I believe meaningful change happens within the safety of a genuine connection, so I prioritize building trust, understanding, and collaboration with each client. My style is warm and encouraging, offering both compassion and gentle challenge when needed. I am motivated by the belief that growth is always possible, and I strive to help clients recognize their strengths, clarify their values, and move toward lasting, meaningful change with confidence and hope.
I utilize interpersonal and attachment therapy to foster a safe and supportive relationship grounded in unconditional acceptance. To facilitate healing, it’s essential for clients to feel heard and understood; this foundation allows us to build on their inner strengths and set meaningful goals for their journey. I strive to celebrate each client's individuality, nurture their authenticity, and emphasize their strengths, fostering a sense of true belonging through self-compassion.
I utilize interpersonal and attachment therapy to foster a safe and supportive relationship grounded in unconditional acceptance. To facilitate healing, it’s essential for clients to feel heard and understood; this foundation allows us to build on their inner strengths and set meaningful goals for their journey. I strive to celebrate each client's individuality, nurture their authenticity, and emphasize their strengths, fostering a sense of true belonging through self-compassion.
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I'm Oscar Valdez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with individuals on issues like anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, life transitions, substance use, and spirituality. I use trauma-informed care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), gestalt work, Motivational interviewing, and Client-centered work and I use the internal family systems model. I am a Unites States Marine Corps veteran and aim to follow a motto that I was taught leave it better than you found it. I aim to partner alongside my clients as a means to attain this goal.
I'm Oscar Valdez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with individuals on issues like anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, life transitions, substance use, and spirituality. I use trauma-informed care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), gestalt work, Motivational interviewing, and Client-centered work and I use the internal family systems model. I am a Unites States Marine Corps veteran and aim to follow a motto that I was taught leave it better than you found it. I aim to partner alongside my clients as a means to attain this goal.
I enjoy working with adults who need help with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and/or trauma, often using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients reach their goals.
I enjoy working with adults. I have experience providing therapy to those with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, psychosis, addiction, and personality disorders. I enjoy helping my clients learn about themselves and helping them develop coping strategies to help them feel better.
I enjoy working with adults who need help with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and/or trauma, often using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients reach their goals.
I enjoy working with adults. I have experience providing therapy to those with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, psychosis, addiction, and personality disorders. I enjoy helping my clients learn about themselves and helping them develop coping strategies to help them feel better.
I am an Associate Therapist with a passion for helping people navigate challenging circumstances, and find healing and personal growth. I specialize in working with people dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and caregiver stress. With a background in community mental health, I have experience working with diverse populations and keep in mind individual concerns as well as backgrounds, relationships, lifestyles, cultures, strengths, and values.
I am an Associate Therapist with a passion for helping people navigate challenging circumstances, and find healing and personal growth. I specialize in working with people dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and caregiver stress. With a background in community mental health, I have experience working with diverse populations and keep in mind individual concerns as well as backgrounds, relationships, lifestyles, cultures, strengths, and values.
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, work stress, or difficulties in relationships? Have you exhausted all your parenting strategies and need support? Do you have a child who needs someone to work through their own stuff with? Are you ready to heal from life's ever-changing and challenging times? You have come across the right somebody. My goal is to guide you through these challenges with compassion and authenticity. We will work together on matters of the H.E.A.R.T. (Healing, Empowerment, Awareness, Restoration, & Transformation); helping to attain a healthier, happier more fulfilled life.
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, work stress, or difficulties in relationships? Have you exhausted all your parenting strategies and need support? Do you have a child who needs someone to work through their own stuff with? Are you ready to heal from life's ever-changing and challenging times? You have come across the right somebody. My goal is to guide you through these challenges with compassion and authenticity. We will work together on matters of the H.E.A.R.T. (Healing, Empowerment, Awareness, Restoration, & Transformation); helping to attain a healthier, happier more fulfilled life.
I work with college students, teenagers (16+), and young adults who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about their next steps in life.
else has it together.
In our work together, my goal is to help you feel more calm, grounded, and in control. We’ll focus on building clarity, strengthening your confidence in decision-making, and helping you move through life’s challenges with more direction and self-trust. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself and talk openly
I work with college students, teenagers (16+), and young adults who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about their next steps in life.
else has it together.
In our work together, my goal is to help you feel more calm, grounded, and in control. We’ll focus on building clarity, strengthening your confidence in decision-making, and helping you move through life’s challenges with more direction and self-trust. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself and talk openly
I'm glad you're seeking support! I offer trauma-informed therapy for women that honors your body’s wisdom, helps you understand your patterns and experience more wholeness and well being. Stress and trauma can disconnect us from our true selves—leaving us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted from constantly trying to “push through.” Whether you're navigating a major life transition, parenting stress, deep grief, or the weight of unresolved trauma, I provide a space where you can feel supported and empowered. A space where all parts of you—even the ones you don’t always like or understand—are met with compassion.
I'm glad you're seeking support! I offer trauma-informed therapy for women that honors your body’s wisdom, helps you understand your patterns and experience more wholeness and well being. Stress and trauma can disconnect us from our true selves—leaving us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted from constantly trying to “push through.” Whether you're navigating a major life transition, parenting stress, deep grief, or the weight of unresolved trauma, I provide a space where you can feel supported and empowered. A space where all parts of you—even the ones you don’t always like or understand—are met with compassion.
My name is Patty and I am a native Angeleno. I am a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been a practicing clinician for the past 13 years and have been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Seeking Safety and Structural Family Therapy. I have worked with clients from the ages of 10-71. What you can expect of me as your therapist is that our rapport and trust comes first. You won't want to talk to me if you don't feel safe or if you feel judged. Your wellness is my highest priority.
My name is Patty and I am a native Angeleno. I am a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been a practicing clinician for the past 13 years and have been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Seeking Safety and Structural Family Therapy. I have worked with clients from the ages of 10-71. What you can expect of me as your therapist is that our rapport and trust comes first. You won't want to talk to me if you don't feel safe or if you feel judged. Your wellness is my highest priority.
I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults of varying ages.
My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, and Attachment-Based Approaches.
I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults of varying ages.
My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, and Attachment-Based Approaches.
At some point, we all need help to work through some of life's more challenging situations. Whether you are struggling with marital issues, anxiety, anger, depression or any other problem you should know that there is always an answer. I'm here to tell you it's okay to want to live a more fulfilling life. Seeking help in order to accomplish your life goals and to reduce stress is obtainable.
At some point, we all need help to work through some of life's more challenging situations. Whether you are struggling with marital issues, anxiety, anger, depression or any other problem you should know that there is always an answer. I'm here to tell you it's okay to want to live a more fulfilling life. Seeking help in order to accomplish your life goals and to reduce stress is obtainable.
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FAQ - About Adult Counseling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.