Family Therapy in Santa Rosa, CA
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Nicole Renae
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
Verified
I work collaboratively with parents, setting treatment goals, partnering with you to address your child's needs, and strengthening
family
communication.
Whether you are a teen developing coping skills in an increasingly pressured world; a child who worries too much; a couple in conflict over parenting approaches; or a
family
healing from a traumatic event , I will bring care and authenticity to our session. I have a down to earth approach to support you in fostering your own self compassion, managing emotions, and enduring difficult times.
Not accepting new clients
Jennifer Westcott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, PPSC, MFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have a great deal of experience with families and
family
dynamics.
Are you feeling lost, confused, sad, unsure, angry or disconnected? Are you sick of the same patterns, same outcomes, but don't know how to change? Perhaps something has happened in your life that is overwhelming and you need a place to figure it out. There are numerous reasons someone comes to therapy, but if you are exploring these pages you owe it to yourself to check therapy out. Seeking therapy does not mean there is something wrong with you. Seeking therapy means you have enough insight to know you need some help figuring out next steps, making change, and creating support.
Jennifer Gershen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My specialty is collaborative treatment planning with parents to help support healthy
family
functioning.
Accepting new clients Welcome. You have taken the most important first step in your health, your families health and/or your child’s health. I am a Clinical Psychologist who has been working with children, teens and families for over 20 years. I will work collaboratively with you to help you in your path to health. When working with you and your
family
I believe what is fundamental to change is the relationship. I will help to create a safe and supportive collaboration, where you and your
family
can work on strategies to support what works, and change what is no longer working.
Gena Kilgore
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Thank you for your interest in my practice. We often need support as we try to make sense of this messy thing called life! I have a deep respect and appreciation for the many challenges associated with navigating a child's developmental journey, the joy and stress of parenting, finding balance within your relationship and unity as a
family
. When working with young children, I believe the most important person in your child’s life is YOU, and I aim to involve parents throughout the therapeutic process so you are able to continue to support your child at home.
Patrea Ann Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My experience includes working with anxiety, depression, trauma,
family
discord, addiction, eating disorders, and LBGTQ issues.
Each of us is unique. We all come from different backgrounds and cultures. People suffer in different ways and pain can manifest itself through our mental health in various forms such as depression, anxiety, and a myriad of physical and health problems. My goal is to help you make positive changes in your life in order to become the person you aspire to be. I believe no matter how challenging the process, we need to be content and be our authentic selves. In order to do this, we need to explore our struggles and gain insight and make positive change in our lives.
Not accepting new clients
Penelope Sargent
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA , LMFT
Verified
Verified
In our sessions together, whether they be individual, or
family
counseling, we will explore your thoughts, ideas, feelings, perceptions and judgments.
I believe in the Existential/Humanistic school of thought and the importance of making meaning in our lives. By meeting my clients in the here-and-now, I am able to work with them where they are presently, without going too far ahead of them or getting bogged down in the past. I’m collaborative, creative, and believe in an integrated approach when working with people. No single form of therapy works for all clients, so I am comfortable using different psychotherapeutic approaches. I believe that true psychological healing comes from the experience the client has with the clinician, so the relationship itself is of great value
Jeanine Wong
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My work experiences are within the areas of personal growth, life planning,
family
conflict, relationship problems, isolation, bereavement and caregiver stress.
Are you looking for more authenticity in your life? Trying to be more mindful when red flags of comparison or anxiety begin to move in? Or do you feel you are not in a great place in terms of your head or heart but know that you do not want to continue down that rabbit hole? Then, the only point of my counseling is to ask, "how can I help you?"
Shaghayegh 'Shauna' Lopez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I would love to support you in creating a better future for your children, yourself and your whole
family
.
I believe that therapy can offer insight, understanding and actionable steps by using self-awareness, acceptance and tools to better our lives. I often work with pre-teens, teens, young adults, families and individuals in creating a safe space to explore challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, career/identity issues, life adjustments, relational challenges and parenting struggles.
Heather Ann Harshbarger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist
with a diverse background working with children, teens and adults.
The world is a wild and wondrous place to exist. There is so much to be curious about as we follow our respective paths. However, sometimes the path can become obscured causing us to feel lost, confused, even scared or defeated. Amidst the constant buzz of living, we need a place of stillness, of safety, to see ourselves clearly again. I am here to provide you a safe, judgement-free holding space to explore your own path and rediscover yourself in it. In our work together, we will focus on using the strength of human connection as a bridge to our own healing.
Christine G Frick
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
People come to me when there is something not working right in their lives, or they want help getting out of a place that feels stuck to them. They may have anxiety, depression, feel unhappy in their lives, and not certain what to do next, or how to change this. Some people may have experienced traumatic events in their lives that they need to move past, to be able to feel more peaceful, in sync with life and not fighting an internal conflict with themselves. Others may have relationship issues, with a
family
member, a partner, spouse, friend, and want help resolving this so they can enjoy their lives more fully.
Not accepting new clients
Marina I Vicario
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am here for you and your
family
when you are ready to take a step toward healing.
We are incredibly complex beings with incredibly complex emotions, thoughts and feelings. I believe we need to be witnessed, understood and accompanied through our challenges in order to heal and grow. Whether it be a traumatic experience, a big life transition, or a debilitating depression/anxiety, I am here to explore it all with you, understand it better, and find solutions and relief as soon as possible.
Neda Kazemini
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified
Verified
Hello my name is Neda Kazemini, a Licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist
in Santa Rosa. I have over 6 years of experience in the field treating children, parents, adults, families, and couples. If you or your child is looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging time and would like help moving in a new direction in their life, then I look forward to working with you or your child to reach their new goal.
Jill Valentine
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I understand that human beings are multifaceted. It can be hard to understand why you think and behave the way you do. You may experience conflicting feelings that lead you in circles or undermine your deepest wishes or goals. You may also be grappling with loss, life transition,
family
conflict, and the end of a relationship. You may struggle with a new role as a step-parent or new spouse. Life events and transitions can be disruptive and confusing. In therapy, we discover that challenging times lead us to grow into ourselves more fully and authentically.
Waitlist for new clients
Patricia Mills
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SAP
Verified
Verified
Welcome to my therapy practice. This is where growth and personal healing can really happen. I’m a Licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist
committed to helping individuals learn how to build healthier relationships and achieve their life goals. I believe developing a trusting relationship is essential to create change. I specialize in helping my clients not just get relief from painful emotional struggles—such as anxiety and depression—but also create lasting change in their most significant relationships.
Not accepting new clients
Connie Rector Kinnison
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
I have witnessed
family
members, as a result of therapy, heal from the profound shame that can linger from poor parenting, past trauma, addiction or loss.
In life we often experience once beautiful relationships that have become strained or distant leaving us feeling depressed, anxious, ineffective or alone. Old anger, boundary issues, financial stress, or pain of loss can leave you at odds with friends, co-workers or the
family
members you love. As a parent you may feel guilty or overwhelmed as you watch your children struggle with academics, disadvantages, peer relationships or self-esteem. Perhaps you are that child or teen feeling pulled down by the expectations of teachers or parents,divorce, social isolation, the legal system or the complexities of an intimate relationship.
Not accepting new clients
Beth A Buchanan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA DMT
Verified
Verified
Beth Buchanan L.M.F.T. is a skilled therapist with over 25 years experience using Marriage
Family Therapy
, and Movement/Somatic Therapy, for personal integration.. My style combines warmth and respectful listening while being active in your treatment. I am able to hone in on the issues you want to target, help you discover solutions, and give you the space to explore new territory. I have worked in private practice, at nonprofits, at Kaiser Permanente in Psychiatry and in Health Education with clients of all ages. I enjoy working with any issue of concern to you; therapy is tailored to your particular needs, not my agenda.
Marie O'Meara Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I also utilize cognitive therapy, mindfulness based techniques,
family
systems theory, and focus on being self compassionate with yourself.
If you are on this page, you are struggling with some kind of emotional issue such as stress, anxiety, or depression. I am here to help. I am particularly dedicated to helping people experiencing depression and trauma. I enjoy helping women strengthen their self esteem and assertiveness skills. Over the years clients have told me that they appreciate my relaxed style, and that I am easy to talk to. I also think that there is room for humor, as well as tears in therapy.
Waitlist for new clients
Kersti M Lofgren
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
"Teens are tough!" The challenges of adolescence and young adulthood can be difficult and disruptive to a
family
. In today's fast paced society there are times when we need extra help navigating the ups and downs. Let me help. I have over 15 years of experience working with families, adolescents and individuals using a range of treatment modalities including; cognitive behavioral therapy,
family
systems, and positive psychology.
Rhonda Lindsey
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Welcome. I’m a Clinical Psychologist specializing in child and
family therapy
, adult therapy, and forensic child custody evaluations. I have over 20 years of experience working with parent/child issues, worry, depression, and academic problems. Clients are often overcoming significant relationship difficulties, hardships, or trauma. As a
family therapist
, I take into account the bigger picture of your life. I work with you to plan the course of treatment and ask for your ongoing feedback. It is my goal to empower you to be able to find new skills and perspectives to help you continue your progress even after therapy has ended.
Waitlist for new clients
Kristy Hellum
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
My specialties include: Healing
family
of origin wounds, healthy sexualty, couples communication skills training, adult attachment theory, sex/love addiction or porn use problems and helping partners of addicts to set boundaries and rebuild healthy trust.
My clients tend to be creative and sensitive souls, ready to transform unhealthy relationships & patterns and embrace more joy. I work well with those who have a spiritual practice to lean on while integrating psychological insights for lasting change and healing. Among other things, I specialize in couple's communication skill building, healthy sexuality & healing from relationship trauma/intimate betrayal. Let's explore the roots of suffering/stuckness and open new paths to wholeness. Everyone has an innate capacity to grow & change in profound ways. I would be honored to help you feel more peace, love and joy. LGBTQ ally.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.