Couples Counseling Therapists in Sacramento, CA
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Roshni Patel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have been providing and managing behavioral health care services in the Sacramento Metropolitan area since 2000. I am a professionally trained therapist whose goal is to help individuals,
couples
, and families face their emotional issues with courage and strength while learning to grow and change in a motivating and safe environment. I use multiple treatment modalities which draw upon the personal strengths of my clientele. In addition to English, I speak Gujarati and Hindi, and am comfortable working with people from many cultured and backgrounds.
Clark S. Marshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
A trusting and genuine
relationship
with your therapist is the most important part of the therapeutic process. This is why, despite the theoretic perspective, I strive to accomplish an authentic
relationship
with each and every person, family or couple that comes to see me. Whether your goals are to recover from trauma, evolve or repair your relationships, or to build a happier sense of a self, it all starts with a trusting well defined attachment to your therapist. Thank you for reading my profile and I look forward to hearing from you.
Aman Mann
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Through my therapeutic journey, I have learned: two things can exist at the same time; conflict does not always mean the end of a
relationship
; repair work is essential in maintaining healthy relationships and how we respond/react to others' perceived behaviors says a lot about our own experiences.
When you walk into a space with me, you will find a therapeutic space filled with acceptance, safety, empathy and curiosity. I hope you will feel a comfort to be your unique self. I bring into the space my authentic self to support you in uncovering your individual needs and goals. My diverse background consists of my upbringing in the Punjabi and Western culture. I have experienced the disconnect between the two cultures firsthand and hope to provide a safe space to discuss the impacts of intergenerational trauma within all cultures. In this confidential space, I welcome all populations and backgrounds (race/ethnicity/sexuality).
Not accepting new clients
Marcella Kreysa
Psychologist, PsyD
I work collaboratively with my clients to build a strong therapeutic
relationship
and offer an individualized approach to treatment for each person.
Life can be an overwhelming experience for anyone. Things can become especially challenging when a person feels stressed by circumstances beyond their control. Individuals who come to therapy are often very capable human beings who have experienced something in their life that has left them needing some extra support. Many times people begin therapy feeling down and lost. Through a person's work in therapy, they are often able to find some light on their path to help guide them through the pain. This shift creates an opportunity for a person to improve their day-to-day functioning and overall, they FEEL BETTER!!
Allison Suznovich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I have been working with families, individuals and
couples
for more than 18 years.
Your new life can start today! Change your life for the better! Uncover underlying meaning and deepen your self awareness in a supportive therapeutic environment. Understand your subconscious better through resolving childhood issues and becoming more present and mindful in your current relationships. Realize your potential. I specialize in individual therapy focused on people who are experiencing life change and/or transitions, depression and anxiety. Rediscover the joy in your relationships. Overcome depression and grief. Find relief from anxiety and stress. Control eating urges. Access adaptive thoughts.
Nicole Hsiang Shieh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Patients often tell me how they feel fed up, hopeless, lost, and exhausted by the time they seek out a therapist. Many folks in my practice are Asian American adult children of immigrants who experience painful conflicts within their family of origin that lead to separation, emotional distance, or even estrangement. I also work with individuals and
couples
who feel stuck in frustrating repetitive patterns in their thoughts and behaviors, negatively impacting their ability to find enjoyment in their lives and in their relationships. Therapy can give you a space to speak freely and listen to yourself in new and different ways.
Waitlist for new clients
Earnest Jeffery Wiles
Counselor, PhD, LPCC, NCC, BCPC
Verified
Verified
In my 32 years of working with Children, Adolescents,
Couples
, and Multi-Cultural, Single Parent, Traditional/Non-Traditional Families, I have found the greatest success by using Albert Ellis' Rational Emotional Cognitive Behavioral approach to treatment. As an Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor/Marriage Family Child Counselor (BBS Board approved to provide assessment and therapy to
Couples
and Families), my work involves psychological assessment and testing, performing in-home/in-school functional behavior analysis for Spectrum Disorder, IEP mental health representation, collateral work with medical professionals, substance abuse, and transition from trauma.
Ashley Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
I help individuals and
couples
find balance in their life and discover hope in that things can get better.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or even burned out. Do you feel like your relationships are falling apart and as though your responsibilities have become much harder than they have in the past? You may be craving a better life for you and for your relationships. You feel tired of feeling "stuck" and as though life or your relationships will not get any better. You are ready for change! You feel called to break these generational cycles that are stopping you from living your life for you and not for everyone else. Reach toward the life and
relationship
you desire by contacting me at www.lovehealgrow.com.
Not accepting new clients
Sandra McBride
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I actively try to build a positive
relationship
with my client so they will feel comfortable interacting with me.
Are you experiencing anxiety, grief, sadness, anger, trauma, or stress from daily life? My goal is to help you explore your core strengths to improve your emotions, build better relationships, or strengthen perceived weaknesses. As a therapist I've provided treatment services in a variety of settings residential, behavioral/mental health, elementary/ high schools grades K-12th, and private practice. In each settings I've found the most common reason for a client not seeking help earlier, fear of being judged. I'm here to actively listen, offer coping skills and techniques to help you better understand problems and solve them.
Tammy Rovane
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I look forward to hearing from you to see if there is potential for a healthy therapeutic
relationship
.
I have committed myself to meeting clients where they are and providing a safe environment for individuals to process and embrace their authentic selves. My approach is behavioral and psychodynamic while pulling from mindfulness, family systems, trauma informed and DBT. I specialize in the treatment of complex childhood trauma, dissociative disorders, attachment and abandonment issues, self-harm and self-regulation issues, as well as individuals who struggle with borderline personality disorder. I also have a vast experience with depression, bipolar and anxiety.
Arrickia McDaniel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW
Verified
Verified
As a clinician I have over 20yrs. of experience serving adults,
couples
, families and adolescents in the Greater Sacramento Area. Practice provides culturally diverse psychotherapy and counseling services to individuals, families and
couples
. Serving clients experiencing depression, trauma, grief and loss; as well as life coaching.
Melissa Frazier
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
I am trained in EMDR, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT Tapping), Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), Polyvagal Theory, Emotionally Focused
Couples
Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and many other theories that inform the treatment I provide.
My ideal client is an individual seeking powerful change and who is also willing to look beyond traditional talk therapy to achieve it. As the field of psychology changes and grows, I believe it is important to adapt with it. As important as talk therapy can be to achieving stability, there are other valuable contributions that process trauma and transform the self without the discomfort of verbally processing painful memories. I combine both insight-oriented talk therapy and body based therapies such as the Safe and Sound Protocol, EMDR, and EFT Tapping for optimal, rapid, results.
Troy Mickle
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Your therapy shall include an integrated treatment approach (CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems, Solutions Focused, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy). I work with a diverse client population, including those with single or dual diagnosis & co-occurring disorders (addiction, depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, schizophrenia, sexual abuse). I work with individuals,
couples
, and adolescents. I am completing a Ph.D. in Integrated Behavioral Health that focuses on treating the “entire” person through integrated care, expected completion in 2024. I offer an in-person, Telehealth, or hybrid approach to both.
Heart Of The Matter Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified
Verified
Try as we might, sometimes happiness and contentment always seem just out of reach. Depression, anxiety and stress can make getting out of bed in the morning a daunting task. Troubles in your
relationship
or conflict in the family can make you feel helpless or overwhelmed. You don’t like yourself and never feel good enough at work or around certain people. Maybe you just can’t quite put your finger on exactly what is wrong, you just know you don’t want to hurt anymore. We want you to know that there is HOPE. Things can get better.
Jennifer E Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I also work with any type of
relationship
issue to allow reconnection.
Are you looking for a happier and healthier way to live your life? Unpleasant feelings and experiences can affect the way people choose to live their lives. There are many positive ways to deal with these unpleasant emotions. Through discussion and exploration we can find ways to work through life's roadblocks in order to find a happier and healthier path for your life.
Giana Azizeh
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Much of my work has focused on helping
couples
and older adults navigate life transitions and get out of repetitive cycles to reignite the spark that they once felt.
Hi there! It’s important to experience a warm, nurturing, personalized space to help you reconnect with yourself and in your relationships. I’m passionate about helping individuals and
couples
overcome challenges surrounding intimacy, communication, and connection. I promote my client’s individual growth and
relationship
health by incorporating Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Inner-Child Work and Strength-Based approaches.
Penelope Chui
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified
Verified
Having difficulties in your life? Experiencing emotional distress? Having
relationship
, family or work difficulties? Feeling anxious and overwhelmed with the demands from your
spouse
, children and boss? Finding you and your
spouse
get stuck in negative communication patterns? Are you and your family feel difficulty facing emotional, spiritual, social and physical changes or limitations? Cancer knocks at your door. You feel sacred, overwhelmed and don't know what will happen to you. As an experienced Marriage & Family Therapist, I will work with you to undergo the challenges affecting your body, mind, family, career and every aspect of your life.
Denisha Forch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I assist you in helping you gain freedom regarding
relationship
challenges in your life by developing healthy communication, setting boundaries, and managing relationships conflicts.
Relationships can bring the greatest joys in our life but they can also be the area that causes us the most stress in our lives. Are you having any challenges communicating your needs, setting boundaries, or find yourself in
relationship
conflicts? Are you interested in having healthy relationships and connections? Or maybe you are looking to find that special person in your life. Whatever it may be I am here to help you gain clarity and direction for your life, yourself, and your relationships. If you would like to make some changes and get the outcomes you are looking for I am accepting new telehealth/online therapy clients.
Kristina Rickards
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
Verified
I offer a supportive atmosphere rich with self-discovery, humility, laughter, hope and common ground in the throes of daily challenges. I am especially interested in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, self-identity, transitions,
relationship
issues, and well beyond.
Jason Briggs
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, BSW, MHRS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Couples
and families often get caught in patterns of negative interactions, fraught with misunderstandings and resentments.
What do you want? What are you doing to get it? Is it working, and if not, what can you do differently? Your personal goals for therapy, once defined, will be at the heart of our work together. I'll support you in applying your strengths, deepening your sense of connection to yourself and those you love, and finding healthy ways to relate to negative thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Suffering is part of the human condition, but together, we can learn to respond to it skillfully. Slowing down, healing and integrating life experiences will be our focus!
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.