LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Sacramento, CA
Welcome and congratulations on starting your venture to self-growth! I recognize that seeking help may not be easy, whether you are just beginning or continuing your therapeutic journey. However, seeking help is a powerful and courageous step to take in your life. We as human beings all experience our share of life stressors and struggles that affect our lives. How we allow these stressors to affect our lives is the most important. I am a LMFT with years of experience treating adults, couples, and families struggling with anxiety, trauma, parenting, life changes, people pleasing, poor boundaries, and maladaptive thinking patterns.
Welcome and congratulations on starting your venture to self-growth! I recognize that seeking help may not be easy, whether you are just beginning or continuing your therapeutic journey. However, seeking help is a powerful and courageous step to take in your life. We as human beings all experience our share of life stressors and struggles that affect our lives. How we allow these stressors to affect our lives is the most important. I am a LMFT with years of experience treating adults, couples, and families struggling with anxiety, trauma, parenting, life changes, people pleasing, poor boundaries, and maladaptive thinking patterns.
Dr. Victoria Blacksmith is a Clinical Psychologist and psychotherapist specializing in culturally inclusive, holistic care. As a first-generation Mexican-American, she integrates traditional healing practices with evidence-based methods to support clients navigating anxiety, life transitions, and cultural identity challenges. Dr. Blacksmith creates a safe, collaborative space where clients feel seen, respected, and empowered.
Dr. Victoria Blacksmith is a Clinical Psychologist and psychotherapist specializing in culturally inclusive, holistic care. As a first-generation Mexican-American, she integrates traditional healing practices with evidence-based methods to support clients navigating anxiety, life transitions, and cultural identity challenges. Dr. Blacksmith creates a safe, collaborative space where clients feel seen, respected, and empowered.
People who have been in my practice often tell me one of the things they treasure most highly about their therapeutic journey is feeling hopeful again. I welcome adults to my practice who are struggling with a wide range of issues – problems with relationships, work, love, fear, hearing voices, play, sex, confusion, being alone, being with others, paranoia, feeling stuck, despair, worry, troubling thoughts, grief, etc. I am trained and experienced in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, psychotic breaks, schizoaffective disorder, psychosis, PTSD, OCD and personality disorders.
People who have been in my practice often tell me one of the things they treasure most highly about their therapeutic journey is feeling hopeful again. I welcome adults to my practice who are struggling with a wide range of issues – problems with relationships, work, love, fear, hearing voices, play, sex, confusion, being alone, being with others, paranoia, feeling stuck, despair, worry, troubling thoughts, grief, etc. I am trained and experienced in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, psychotic breaks, schizoaffective disorder, psychosis, PTSD, OCD and personality disorders.
I am interested in meeting you individually or with your partner or spouse if you are not living your life to its fullest potential for joy, growth and connection with others. I specialize in trauma resolution through the utilization of EMDR, which is effective in clearing negative influences from the past so you can flourish in the present. My goal is for you is to live with balance, joy, and fulfillment. I also employ a gentle approach to reduce suffering through mindfulness based psychotherapy. Working with couples and diverse populations are interests, and specialties of mine.
I am interested in meeting you individually or with your partner or spouse if you are not living your life to its fullest potential for joy, growth and connection with others. I specialize in trauma resolution through the utilization of EMDR, which is effective in clearing negative influences from the past so you can flourish in the present. My goal is for you is to live with balance, joy, and fulfillment. I also employ a gentle approach to reduce suffering through mindfulness based psychotherapy. Working with couples and diverse populations are interests, and specialties of mine.
Dr. Ross-Nash provides clinical services to individuals, couples, and families. She specializes in and treats various situations and disorders, including trauma, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and relationship concerns. Dr. Ross-Nash seeks to understand what happened to her clients in context of their histories and identities, not what is wrong with them.
Dr. Ross-Nash provides clinical services to individuals, couples, and families. She specializes in and treats various situations and disorders, including trauma, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and relationship concerns. Dr. Ross-Nash seeks to understand what happened to her clients in context of their histories and identities, not what is wrong with them.
Seeds of Growth Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, AMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95811
Welcome! Our team at Seeds of Growth Counseling provides support to help you get through life's complex challenges and help you get unstuck. When life gets chaotic, we need someone to turn to, talk to, and support us to navigate our problems.
Welcome! Our team at Seeds of Growth Counseling provides support to help you get through life's complex challenges and help you get unstuck. When life gets chaotic, we need someone to turn to, talk to, and support us to navigate our problems.
Micaela Marie Van Dine
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816
I am a forensic psychotherapist that works with families involved in custody disputes with a focus on the best interests for children. My focus with all clients is to find solutions to complex issues. My approach is direct and goal oriented. For psychotherapy, I treat individuals, families, and children. I also hold closed support groups for Recovery from Psychological Abuse (specifically narcissistic abuse). I work extensively with individuals going through divorce. I enjoy working with children and teens in treating depression/ anxiety, Trauma, Introversion/social anxiety, peer issues, and parental conflict/divorce.
I am a forensic psychotherapist that works with families involved in custody disputes with a focus on the best interests for children. My focus with all clients is to find solutions to complex issues. My approach is direct and goal oriented. For psychotherapy, I treat individuals, families, and children. I also hold closed support groups for Recovery from Psychological Abuse (specifically narcissistic abuse). I work extensively with individuals going through divorce. I enjoy working with children and teens in treating depression/ anxiety, Trauma, Introversion/social anxiety, peer issues, and parental conflict/divorce.
How would you like to live a vital, fulfilling life and reduce the effects of stress and anxiety that keep you stuck? I'd like to engage you in a personalized mind/body approach to fulfilling your goals, which may include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, a tailored use of meditation and body awareness techniques, and if agreeable, suggestions for lifestyle adjustments. I'd like to support you in regard to coping with aging, transitions, losses, relationships/communication problems, and managing changes. Being mother tongue Italian, I am happy to offer bilingual services to Italian-speaking clients.
How would you like to live a vital, fulfilling life and reduce the effects of stress and anxiety that keep you stuck? I'd like to engage you in a personalized mind/body approach to fulfilling your goals, which may include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, a tailored use of meditation and body awareness techniques, and if agreeable, suggestions for lifestyle adjustments. I'd like to support you in regard to coping with aging, transitions, losses, relationships/communication problems, and managing changes. Being mother tongue Italian, I am happy to offer bilingual services to Italian-speaking clients.
If your insurance is not listed please contact me, as I accept over 200 insurances. I accept Kaiser as well. I provide individualized therapy because every client is unique. Do you feel anxious or depressed? Are you having difficulty dealing with grief? Is this affecting your relationships and overall happiness? Anxiety and depression can be displayed in many ways but are some of the most common issues faced by people today. I have an intensive history of working with individuals with anger issues. Therapy can help break the cycle of stress and aid in developing the necessary tools to combat life stressors.
If your insurance is not listed please contact me, as I accept over 200 insurances. I accept Kaiser as well. I provide individualized therapy because every client is unique. Do you feel anxious or depressed? Are you having difficulty dealing with grief? Is this affecting your relationships and overall happiness? Anxiety and depression can be displayed in many ways but are some of the most common issues faced by people today. I have an intensive history of working with individuals with anger issues. Therapy can help break the cycle of stress and aid in developing the necessary tools to combat life stressors.
Hello, I currently offer telehealth and in-person services for adults seeking individual therapy (telehealth only in NE). I have a collaborative and compassionate approach to therapy. I am an authentic, down-to-earth person who wants to empower each client. I feel very honored to hear each person's story, help them work towards their goals, and love themselves as a whole person.
Hello, I currently offer telehealth and in-person services for adults seeking individual therapy (telehealth only in NE). I have a collaborative and compassionate approach to therapy. I am an authentic, down-to-earth person who wants to empower each client. I feel very honored to hear each person's story, help them work towards their goals, and love themselves as a whole person.
My clinical work is dedicated to helping people overcome suffering while developing healthy, productive, and fulfilling relationships and lives. I specialize in working with people experiencing anxiety, depression, eating disorders, life transitions, grief/bereavement, self-esteem and body image issues. I offer supportive, confidential, and individually-tailored treatment for adults and young adults. I have a flexible and integrative orientation that is influenced by psychodynamic relational theories while integrating mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and values based therapies.
My clinical work is dedicated to helping people overcome suffering while developing healthy, productive, and fulfilling relationships and lives. I specialize in working with people experiencing anxiety, depression, eating disorders, life transitions, grief/bereavement, self-esteem and body image issues. I offer supportive, confidential, and individually-tailored treatment for adults and young adults. I have a flexible and integrative orientation that is influenced by psychodynamic relational theories while integrating mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and values based therapies.
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I have over 45 years of experience working in the Holistic Health field, and so I draw from many different modalities where we explore together what is needed for change and growth. I believe that what is true for each person can be found within, so my job is to help you explore and find those answers and insights that lead to growth. I also offer a deeply personal and interactive relationship where I seek to provide the safety for this exploration, as well as the opportunity to have an experience of a relationship that is both corrective and healing.
I have over 45 years of experience working in the Holistic Health field, and so I draw from many different modalities where we explore together what is needed for change and growth. I believe that what is true for each person can be found within, so my job is to help you explore and find those answers and insights that lead to growth. I also offer a deeply personal and interactive relationship where I seek to provide the safety for this exploration, as well as the opportunity to have an experience of a relationship that is both corrective and healing.
You’re so ready for change but feeling nervous and lost on where to start. Your relationship feels lonely, empty, or passionless – you’re carrying unspoken hurts and the load has gotten too heavy. You want security, desire, comfort, and hope in your relationship! Maybe you’re grieving the loss of a relationship, phase in your life, or part of your identity. You need a safe, nonjudgmental space to navigate the tangle of sadness, confusion, frustration, and fear. Maybe you’re realizing it’s time to process and come to terms with your past, embrace authenticity and begin building a life more true to who you are.
You’re so ready for change but feeling nervous and lost on where to start. Your relationship feels lonely, empty, or passionless – you’re carrying unspoken hurts and the load has gotten too heavy. You want security, desire, comfort, and hope in your relationship! Maybe you’re grieving the loss of a relationship, phase in your life, or part of your identity. You need a safe, nonjudgmental space to navigate the tangle of sadness, confusion, frustration, and fear. Maybe you’re realizing it’s time to process and come to terms with your past, embrace authenticity and begin building a life more true to who you are.
Now accepting new referrals (as of 01/02/2025) for Teens, Adults, & EMDR (an evidence-based treatment for trauma). I’m an experienced, licensed psychotherapist whose been in full-time private practice with teens, adults, and families for over 16 years. Parents: Are you worried about your teenager? Do they seem anxious, depressed, or overly stressed? I'm happy to work with your teen, and support you as a parent. Adults: Are you living a contented life? Or Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or “in your head” a lot, ruminating about your relationships? work? the future? I’d like to help.
Now accepting new referrals (as of 01/02/2025) for Teens, Adults, & EMDR (an evidence-based treatment for trauma). I’m an experienced, licensed psychotherapist whose been in full-time private practice with teens, adults, and families for over 16 years. Parents: Are you worried about your teenager? Do they seem anxious, depressed, or overly stressed? I'm happy to work with your teen, and support you as a parent. Adults: Are you living a contented life? Or Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or “in your head” a lot, ruminating about your relationships? work? the future? I’d like to help.
My name is Matthew Gahagan, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT). I am located in the East Bay Area; CA and I serve clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and stress. I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and solutions-focused approaches to help my clients reach their goals.
My name is Matthew Gahagan, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT). I am located in the East Bay Area; CA and I serve clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and stress. I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and solutions-focused approaches to help my clients reach their goals.
Christopher Underwood
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816
Are you ready to make a real change in your life? I’m here to help you heal and grow. If you're dealing with anger, identity crises, depression, anxiety, trauma, or facing the challenges of cancer; I work in supporting people like you, including military veterans and individuals and couples from all walks of life. My ideal client is anyone ready to heal. I work in a group practice. I blend CBT, existentialism, trauma-informed care, and Stoic principles, focusing on what you can control and accepting what you cannot. Inspired by Plato’s wisdom on living a good life, I offer empathetic support to help you achieve meaning.
Are you ready to make a real change in your life? I’m here to help you heal and grow. If you're dealing with anger, identity crises, depression, anxiety, trauma, or facing the challenges of cancer; I work in supporting people like you, including military veterans and individuals and couples from all walks of life. My ideal client is anyone ready to heal. I work in a group practice. I blend CBT, existentialism, trauma-informed care, and Stoic principles, focusing on what you can control and accepting what you cannot. Inspired by Plato’s wisdom on living a good life, I offer empathetic support to help you achieve meaning.
Willa Marie Lampi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSc, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95834
Are you tired of feeling angry, lonely, misunderstood in your relationship(s)? Are you ready to take the next step by learning new ways to feel safe and connected in your relationship. Couples working with me learn to: create a secure, loving, and trusting bond with each other. Improve Communication skills, increase verbal and sexual intimacy, stop the "blame game," talk about your thoughts and feelings without fear of being hurt or judged, set appropriate boundaries within your relationship(s), stop passive-aggressive behaviors and become assertive in all your relationships, accept each other - warts and all.
Are you tired of feeling angry, lonely, misunderstood in your relationship(s)? Are you ready to take the next step by learning new ways to feel safe and connected in your relationship. Couples working with me learn to: create a secure, loving, and trusting bond with each other. Improve Communication skills, increase verbal and sexual intimacy, stop the "blame game," talk about your thoughts and feelings without fear of being hurt or judged, set appropriate boundaries within your relationship(s), stop passive-aggressive behaviors and become assertive in all your relationships, accept each other - warts and all.
Foresight Mental Health California
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95814
Foresight Mental Health’s integrated team of professionals includes licensed therapists, nutritionists, and psychiatric providers dedicated to working with clients to provide individualized and personal care. We believe in providing care that is accessible and affordable, which is why we are in network with most major insurers and provide both telehealth and in-person services.
Foresight Mental Health’s integrated team of professionals includes licensed therapists, nutritionists, and psychiatric providers dedicated to working with clients to provide individualized and personal care. We believe in providing care that is accessible and affordable, which is why we are in network with most major insurers and provide both telehealth and in-person services.
Evolving PATHS Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, AMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95815
We are a small group practice that has been serving clients throughout the state of California both in person and on Telehealth. Our ideal client is an individual or couple experiencing numerous situations that might include, anxiety, depression, OCD, interpersonal goals, or self exploration. They can either be goal oriented or structured in therapy. As well as more flexible and open to see what comes up in sessions. Self-awareness is an important piece of therapy as this helps us as humans have a better understanding as to how experiences, emotions, and actions all connect and impact our daily lives and how we perceive our world.
We are a small group practice that has been serving clients throughout the state of California both in person and on Telehealth. Our ideal client is an individual or couple experiencing numerous situations that might include, anxiety, depression, OCD, interpersonal goals, or self exploration. They can either be goal oriented or structured in therapy. As well as more flexible and open to see what comes up in sessions. Self-awareness is an important piece of therapy as this helps us as humans have a better understanding as to how experiences, emotions, and actions all connect and impact our daily lives and how we perceive our world.
Feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed can be overwhelming, but I want you to know that you aren’t alone. Therapy is a place where you can work through these challenges and find the support you need in creating the life you want. I am a therapist that values you as an individual and desires to help you reach a place of peace and fulfillment in your life.
Feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed can be overwhelming, but I want you to know that you aren’t alone. Therapy is a place where you can work through these challenges and find the support you need in creating the life you want. I am a therapist that values you as an individual and desires to help you reach a place of peace and fulfillment in your life.
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