Therapists in Santa Rosa, CA

Lynda Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
When you’re constantly on edge, haunted by past traumas, or overwhelmed by anxious thoughts, your experience is often a lonely one, leaving you exhausted and longing for relief and understanding. Although you’re hurting and probably wondering why this is happening, I’m glad that it’s led you to consider therapy. My mission is to create a safe and nurturing space where you can confront what’s going on inside, and discover a new way of being. When you trust me with your story, together we'll unpack the layers of your experiences, gently untangling the knots of trauma and grief that have been holding you back.
When you’re constantly on edge, haunted by past traumas, or overwhelmed by anxious thoughts, your experience is often a lonely one, leaving you exhausted and longing for relief and understanding. Although you’re hurting and probably wondering why this is happening, I’m glad that it’s led you to consider therapy. My mission is to create a safe and nurturing space where you can confront what’s going on inside, and discover a new way of being. When you trust me with your story, together we'll unpack the layers of your experiences, gently untangling the knots of trauma and grief that have been holding you back.

It can be transformative to have a safe space for sharing, exploring, and processing your experiences. Especially when this is done in your own time, when trust has been built. With both shock and complex trauma, it can feel like you are stuck, or that you have to "hold on" in order to live life. Cultivating your vitality and finding new ways to live is possible with a therapist you feel comfortable with, where your autonomy is respected, and where you are open to new ways of living.
It can be transformative to have a safe space for sharing, exploring, and processing your experiences. Especially when this is done in your own time, when trust has been built. With both shock and complex trauma, it can feel like you are stuck, or that you have to "hold on" in order to live life. Cultivating your vitality and finding new ways to live is possible with a therapist you feel comfortable with, where your autonomy is respected, and where you are open to new ways of living.

Life can be very demanding and leave us feeling overwhelmed. Finding the right therapist can return you to balance as you sort through what is troubling you and learn to manage difficult feelings. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment, where you are free to speak openly and honestly. I have a genuine concern for the well being of all my clients and respect the needs of each individual while we explore issues and work together to gain greater clarity and resolve areas of conflict.
Life can be very demanding and leave us feeling overwhelmed. Finding the right therapist can return you to balance as you sort through what is troubling you and learn to manage difficult feelings. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment, where you are free to speak openly and honestly. I have a genuine concern for the well being of all my clients and respect the needs of each individual while we explore issues and work together to gain greater clarity and resolve areas of conflict.

I work with clients ages 14 and up and specialize in working with Trans and Gender Expansive folx. Your journey is uniquely yours and my aim is to meet you where you are on your path as you navigate the twists and turns of life. It is a great honor to get to walk beside you as you find your way to new insights, explore the valleys and peaks, and gather wisdom along the way. I will be there walking beside you every step of your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move towards that which brings you deep fulfillment. You are worthy of love and belonging, both from within and from without.
I work with clients ages 14 and up and specialize in working with Trans and Gender Expansive folx. Your journey is uniquely yours and my aim is to meet you where you are on your path as you navigate the twists and turns of life. It is a great honor to get to walk beside you as you find your way to new insights, explore the valleys and peaks, and gather wisdom along the way. I will be there walking beside you every step of your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move towards that which brings you deep fulfillment. You are worthy of love and belonging, both from within and from without.

I believe that the relationship between client and therapist is the foundation in order for any healing to happen. Trust and mutual respect is important for progress to be made and I spend time getting to know the client and what brings them in. The client is the expert on their life and their experiences, and I feel privileged to be the witness of that journey. Most of the people I work with are children, adolescents or young adults, but I also enjoy working with women and adults in areas of transition, family issues, relationships, parenting or looking for support or personal growth.
I believe that the relationship between client and therapist is the foundation in order for any healing to happen. Trust and mutual respect is important for progress to be made and I spend time getting to know the client and what brings them in. The client is the expert on their life and their experiences, and I feel privileged to be the witness of that journey. Most of the people I work with are children, adolescents or young adults, but I also enjoy working with women and adults in areas of transition, family issues, relationships, parenting or looking for support or personal growth.

Thank you for your interest in working with me. I am now accepting individual clients for in person, solution-oriented, and in depth psychotherapy, and couples who want to work through longstanding mental health and relational issues and renew their romantic relationship.
When we meet my focus is 100% with you. It's a great feeling to work with a licensed therapist who has years of experience helping to resolve the unique challenges you and your loved ones face every day. I offer a concierge type private practice and am available in between sessions to support you when you most need help.
Thank you for your interest in working with me. I am now accepting individual clients for in person, solution-oriented, and in depth psychotherapy, and couples who want to work through longstanding mental health and relational issues and renew their romantic relationship.
When we meet my focus is 100% with you. It's a great feeling to work with a licensed therapist who has years of experience helping to resolve the unique challenges you and your loved ones face every day. I offer a concierge type private practice and am available in between sessions to support you when you most need help.

Therapy for Men’s Issues: Your thoughts race, you lash out, and shut people out. You've tried focusing on work, distractions, or numbing out, but none of it lasts. Insecurities have crept in, especially in relationships—worries about trust or if they’ll stick around. People say you have rough edges, like there’s a wall up. But deep down, you want more—better connections, real trust. You’re ready to start untangling the mess.
Therapy for Men’s Issues: Your thoughts race, you lash out, and shut people out. You've tried focusing on work, distractions, or numbing out, but none of it lasts. Insecurities have crept in, especially in relationships—worries about trust or if they’ll stick around. People say you have rough edges, like there’s a wall up. But deep down, you want more—better connections, real trust. You’re ready to start untangling the mess.

Seeking help takes great courage, and I admire you for reaching out. My work centers from my heart and my goal is to build connection with you that role models healthy relationship you can build with yourself and others. I want to help you create safety, strength, joy, and connection in the places you have felt fear, pain, sadness, disorientation, and disconnection.
Seeking help takes great courage, and I admire you for reaching out. My work centers from my heart and my goal is to build connection with you that role models healthy relationship you can build with yourself and others. I want to help you create safety, strength, joy, and connection in the places you have felt fear, pain, sadness, disorientation, and disconnection.

Hello There! My name name is Valerie Paredes. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I specialize in working with individuals coping with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and other mental health conditions.
Hello There! My name name is Valerie Paredes. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I specialize in working with individuals coping with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and other mental health conditions.

I provide existential analysis and dream analysis to people looking to find authenticity in life. When folks feel lost it can be helpful to slow down, turn inward, and go to a place where we can listen and open up to ourselves in new ways. This type of therapy helps people by providing a grounding, respectful relationship where you may be heard, validated, and feel 'seen' in who you are and who you want to become. Finding a therapist who is a good fit is the first step toward finding what makes you unique and whole in your life.
I provide existential analysis and dream analysis to people looking to find authenticity in life. When folks feel lost it can be helpful to slow down, turn inward, and go to a place where we can listen and open up to ourselves in new ways. This type of therapy helps people by providing a grounding, respectful relationship where you may be heard, validated, and feel 'seen' in who you are and who you want to become. Finding a therapist who is a good fit is the first step toward finding what makes you unique and whole in your life.

I welcome individuals and couples who are experiencing challenges in their communication and relationships, grappling with grief, loss, divorce, or significant life transitions. These painful experiences, while difficult, can provide profound opportunities for self-reflection and personal growth. With a background in bereavement therapy in a hospice setting, as well as personal and professional experience with major illness diagnosis, I bring a wealth of experience and insight to my practice. My therapeutic approach draws upon psychodynamic methods, mindfulness and somatic techniques, Gottman's research, and Brainspotting.
I welcome individuals and couples who are experiencing challenges in their communication and relationships, grappling with grief, loss, divorce, or significant life transitions. These painful experiences, while difficult, can provide profound opportunities for self-reflection and personal growth. With a background in bereavement therapy in a hospice setting, as well as personal and professional experience with major illness diagnosis, I bring a wealth of experience and insight to my practice. My therapeutic approach draws upon psychodynamic methods, mindfulness and somatic techniques, Gottman's research, and Brainspotting.

I work with people who’ve been through a lot — folks healing from trauma, navigating grief, dealing with chronic illness, or going through those big life shifts that make you question everything (including yourself). Whatever struggles you're navigating, I am here to serve as an ally in exploring and releasing what no longer serves you and help you live a life aligned with your values and desires.
I work with people who’ve been through a lot — folks healing from trauma, navigating grief, dealing with chronic illness, or going through those big life shifts that make you question everything (including yourself). Whatever struggles you're navigating, I am here to serve as an ally in exploring and releasing what no longer serves you and help you live a life aligned with your values and desires.

I believe that mind, body, and spirit are all interconnected. Mental health is not a destination, but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you are going. I am here as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, in practice since 2016, I specialize in treating Anxiety, Depression, Grief & Loss, Life Transitions, Relationships, Faith-based Counseling, and Parenting. I am proud of you for taking the first step towards therapy. Change can be hard and taking this first step is not always easy.
I believe that mind, body, and spirit are all interconnected. Mental health is not a destination, but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you are going. I am here as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, in practice since 2016, I specialize in treating Anxiety, Depression, Grief & Loss, Life Transitions, Relationships, Faith-based Counseling, and Parenting. I am proud of you for taking the first step towards therapy. Change can be hard and taking this first step is not always easy.

I have witnessed and personally experienced the human ability to grow and adapt with the assistance of a caring professional. I believe we all have the innate capacity to heal ourselves, and often the journey begins with feeling heard and supported. An important part of the therapy journey begins with selecting a therapist who is the right fit for who you are and the goals you want to achieve. As a clinician and a person, I pride myself on my ability to connect with people through unconditional positive regard and authentic and meaningful dialogue.
I have witnessed and personally experienced the human ability to grow and adapt with the assistance of a caring professional. I believe we all have the innate capacity to heal ourselves, and often the journey begins with feeling heard and supported. An important part of the therapy journey begins with selecting a therapist who is the right fit for who you are and the goals you want to achieve. As a clinician and a person, I pride myself on my ability to connect with people through unconditional positive regard and authentic and meaningful dialogue.

Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions as a result of past or present trauma? Are you having sleep disturbances, difficulty concentrating, experiencing a heightened level of anxiety? Experiencing any form of trauma can effect the quality of your life in many ways. Unresolved early traumas can impact you into adulthood. Your mental health, physical heath and relationships with those closest to you can be impacted. Together we will work towards healing past and present traumas in order to achieve the quality and balance that you want in your life.
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions as a result of past or present trauma? Are you having sleep disturbances, difficulty concentrating, experiencing a heightened level of anxiety? Experiencing any form of trauma can effect the quality of your life in many ways. Unresolved early traumas can impact you into adulthood. Your mental health, physical heath and relationships with those closest to you can be impacted. Together we will work towards healing past and present traumas in order to achieve the quality and balance that you want in your life.

Whatever the reason you are seeking therapy, I believe a caring and supportive relationship is the foundation for the work. Rather than pathologize experience, I seek to support an exploration the full range of experience and to collaboratively create a process where clients are able to better access internal and external resources as they navigate life’s inevitable challenges and connect to its joys. My goal is to walk with you as you make choices that are self-supportive and aligned with your sense of well-being, meaning and values. I welcome all parts of you, especially parts that have been suppressed or oppressed.
Whatever the reason you are seeking therapy, I believe a caring and supportive relationship is the foundation for the work. Rather than pathologize experience, I seek to support an exploration the full range of experience and to collaboratively create a process where clients are able to better access internal and external resources as they navigate life’s inevitable challenges and connect to its joys. My goal is to walk with you as you make choices that are self-supportive and aligned with your sense of well-being, meaning and values. I welcome all parts of you, especially parts that have been suppressed or oppressed.

I work with individuals with anxiety, a challenging inner critic, panic attacks, individuals trying to find direction in their life, deal with interpersonal conflict, explore sexual orientation and/or gender identity.
I work with individuals with anxiety, a challenging inner critic, panic attacks, individuals trying to find direction in their life, deal with interpersonal conflict, explore sexual orientation and/or gender identity.

Currently accepting new clients via telehealth. Powerful somatic psychotherapy to clear out stuck energies and past trauma. Goes so far beyond talk therapy alone! Schedule a 30 minute free somatic experiencing session now.
Currently accepting new clients via telehealth. Powerful somatic psychotherapy to clear out stuck energies and past trauma. Goes so far beyond talk therapy alone! Schedule a 30 minute free somatic experiencing session now.

Hi, my name is Cassie M. Campbell, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor/Marriage and Family Therapist. As a licensed clinical therapist, I bring a wealth of expertise and experience to therapy. My approach to therapy is rooted in a client-centered, evidence-based, and compassionate framework. I believe in the transformative power of therapy to help individuals overcome life's challenges and improve their mental and emotional well-being. I typically work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, couples, and families.
Hi, my name is Cassie M. Campbell, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor/Marriage and Family Therapist. As a licensed clinical therapist, I bring a wealth of expertise and experience to therapy. My approach to therapy is rooted in a client-centered, evidence-based, and compassionate framework. I believe in the transformative power of therapy to help individuals overcome life's challenges and improve their mental and emotional well-being. I typically work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, couples, and families.

The people I work with in therapy often want change in their lives, such as relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, guilt or shame, help navigating difficult situations, LGBT issues, and improved communication between partners/spouses, family members, and friends. I provide the means for my clients to explore issues and the sources of those issues.
The people I work with in therapy often want change in their lives, such as relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, guilt or shame, help navigating difficult situations, LGBT issues, and improved communication between partners/spouses, family members, and friends. I provide the means for my clients to explore issues and the sources of those issues.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Santa Rosa, CA
900+
Average cost per session
$160
Therapists in Santa Rosa, CA who prioritize treating:
90% | Anxiety |
84% | Depression |
72% | Self Esteem |
68% | Trauma and PTSD |
67% | Coping Skills |
64% | Relationship Issues |
61% | Grief |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
61% | Aetna |
49% | Cigna and Evernorth |
49% | Carelon Behavioral Health |
How Therapists in Santa Rosa, CA see their clients
51% | Online Only | |
49% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Santa Rosa?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.