Therapists in Sonoma County, CA
The impact of daily life can sometimes cause us to feel unbalanced, stuck, and in need of support. Yoga therapy is a collaborative, integrative and holistic approach to finding well-being. Using yoga postures, breath and mindfulness practices, and goal setting we can work on building the skillset to build resilience and finding balance. Whether you are struggling with daily stress, chronic pain, PTSD, grief, or focus, yoga therapy can be the healing space to address these issues in a supportive space.
The impact of daily life can sometimes cause us to feel unbalanced, stuck, and in need of support. Yoga therapy is a collaborative, integrative and holistic approach to finding well-being. Using yoga postures, breath and mindfulness practices, and goal setting we can work on building the skillset to build resilience and finding balance. Whether you are struggling with daily stress, chronic pain, PTSD, grief, or focus, yoga therapy can be the healing space to address these issues in a supportive space.
I have extensive training and experience working with culturally and socioeconomically diverse teens, adults, and elders. I enjoy facilitating therapy from a strengths based perspective addressing a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression and trauma, guilt and shame, loneliness and loss, communication, self-esteem/self worth, boundaries, and taking responsibility for one's own behaviors.
I have extensive training and experience working with culturally and socioeconomically diverse teens, adults, and elders. I enjoy facilitating therapy from a strengths based perspective addressing a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression and trauma, guilt and shame, loneliness and loss, communication, self-esteem/self worth, boundaries, and taking responsibility for one's own behaviors.
Are you overwhelmed and stressed with life's challenges? Are you seeking relief from the constant worries or sadness that keep you from feeling satisfied in your life? I offer a warm and compassionate space for you to share the challenges you are facing. It can be a great relief to know you are not alone, grappling with life's complexities. Together we can explore the patterns of thinking, feeling, and behavior which may be keeping you from stepping into more fullness in your life and relationships.
Are you overwhelmed and stressed with life's challenges? Are you seeking relief from the constant worries or sadness that keep you from feeling satisfied in your life? I offer a warm and compassionate space for you to share the challenges you are facing. It can be a great relief to know you are not alone, grappling with life's complexities. Together we can explore the patterns of thinking, feeling, and behavior which may be keeping you from stepping into more fullness in your life and relationships.
Vanessa Eve Eyen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sebastopol, CA 95472
Do you feel alone, lost, empty, or dissatisfied? Are you struggling with meaningless work or overwhelmed about the state of our world? Do you want to feel happy and peaceful so you can appreciate and enjoy your life? Maybe you long to have time in the wild and beautiful natural places. Perhaps you desire supportive and healthy relationships with people who share your values. Or maybe your deepest wish is to know your purpose, to be involved in inspiring and meaningful work where you can know and share your gifts.
Do you feel alone, lost, empty, or dissatisfied? Are you struggling with meaningless work or overwhelmed about the state of our world? Do you want to feel happy and peaceful so you can appreciate and enjoy your life? Maybe you long to have time in the wild and beautiful natural places. Perhaps you desire supportive and healthy relationships with people who share your values. Or maybe your deepest wish is to know your purpose, to be involved in inspiring and meaningful work where you can know and share your gifts.
My experience over the past 20+ years has been in helping people cope and grow as a result of painful, confusing, conflict-filled or frightening patterns and/or life experiences. I am gentle and respectful and provide a safe and supportive environment that ensures emotional safety. In light of the the pandemic, I'm offering virtual, video-conference sessions over a HIPPA-compliant, online meeting site, Doxy.
My experience over the past 20+ years has been in helping people cope and grow as a result of painful, confusing, conflict-filled or frightening patterns and/or life experiences. I am gentle and respectful and provide a safe and supportive environment that ensures emotional safety. In light of the the pandemic, I'm offering virtual, video-conference sessions over a HIPPA-compliant, online meeting site, Doxy.
Chris Bongardt, Marriage & Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Waitlist for new clients
Greetings! My name is Chris Bongardt and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I know that it takes courage to seek counseling, especially when it comes to challenges in your personal life and relationships. I provide a collaborative process with clients who are hoping to explore challenges and make positive changes in their lives. I offer a safe, empathetic and non-judgmental environment to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. My therapeutic style is engaged and interactive and incorporates theory, experience, compassion, teaching, resourcing, intuition, strength-building, skill and humor. I seek motivated clients interested in making positive changes.
Greetings! My name is Chris Bongardt and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I know that it takes courage to seek counseling, especially when it comes to challenges in your personal life and relationships. I provide a collaborative process with clients who are hoping to explore challenges and make positive changes in their lives. I offer a safe, empathetic and non-judgmental environment to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. My therapeutic style is engaged and interactive and incorporates theory, experience, compassion, teaching, resourcing, intuition, strength-building, skill and humor. I seek motivated clients interested in making positive changes.
I help individuals and couples with an array of sex and relationship issues including: lack of passion in long term relationship, arousal and desire concerns, better communication skills and repair, dating and seduction skills, building confidence, late in life virginity, healing from trauma, sexuality during life transitions and divorce, navigating open relationships, ED and PE. My clients are usually seeking experiential coaching as an alternative to talk therapy. We practice a wide array of relational and communication tools that build more connection, erotic embodiment and deeper intimacy.
I help individuals and couples with an array of sex and relationship issues including: lack of passion in long term relationship, arousal and desire concerns, better communication skills and repair, dating and seduction skills, building confidence, late in life virginity, healing from trauma, sexuality during life transitions and divorce, navigating open relationships, ED and PE. My clients are usually seeking experiential coaching as an alternative to talk therapy. We practice a wide array of relational and communication tools that build more connection, erotic embodiment and deeper intimacy.
Richard C Alongi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, CPTT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
In my practice, I attempt to address suffering: what makes us suffer, how we suffer, and how suffering can be alleviated. I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with life issues and are not afraid to take on the suffering consciously, with my support, in order to transform their lives. I specialize in the treatment of addictions of all kinds, but primarily chemical, co-dependency, sex and romance, and gambling. I also specialize in the treatment of trauma/PTSD, both from current life situations and from childhood experiences.
In my practice, I attempt to address suffering: what makes us suffer, how we suffer, and how suffering can be alleviated. I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with life issues and are not afraid to take on the suffering consciously, with my support, in order to transform their lives. I specialize in the treatment of addictions of all kinds, but primarily chemical, co-dependency, sex and romance, and gambling. I also specialize in the treatment of trauma/PTSD, both from current life situations and from childhood experiences.
Every person is unique, so I tend to start with a humanistic and compassionate approach to my clients and focus on their concerns. I am experienced in dealing with Depression/Mood disorders, History of Trauma/Abuse, Grief/Loss, Older adults, Cultural Issues, LGBTQ+ Issues, Self-Esteem Issues, Adults, Adolescents, and Children.
Every person is unique, so I tend to start with a humanistic and compassionate approach to my clients and focus on their concerns. I am experienced in dealing with Depression/Mood disorders, History of Trauma/Abuse, Grief/Loss, Older adults, Cultural Issues, LGBTQ+ Issues, Self-Esteem Issues, Adults, Adolescents, and Children.
I work with individuals who are experiencing grief and loss due to the death of a loved one or an impactful life change. Unaddressed grief can be at the root of the problem. I utilize art therapy, psychoeducation, mindfulness, and self-care strategies. I believe a supportive therapeutic relationship can support in navigating change, finding solutions, becoming empowered, gaining motivation, and creating your desired changes. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and an accepting safe space for clients. I look forward to working with you!
I work with individuals who are experiencing grief and loss due to the death of a loved one or an impactful life change. Unaddressed grief can be at the root of the problem. I utilize art therapy, psychoeducation, mindfulness, and self-care strategies. I believe a supportive therapeutic relationship can support in navigating change, finding solutions, becoming empowered, gaining motivation, and creating your desired changes. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and an accepting safe space for clients. I look forward to working with you!
I believe we are remarkably resilient; have an innate ability to understand ourselves and to repair; are multifaceted and unique; and are made to live in connection. The foundation of my therapeutic approach is based entirely upon being in connection with and curious about clients. A strong and respectful relationship and connection between a therapist and a client is the prerequisite for a positive outcome or positive outcomes for a client.
I believe we are remarkably resilient; have an innate ability to understand ourselves and to repair; are multifaceted and unique; and are made to live in connection. The foundation of my therapeutic approach is based entirely upon being in connection with and curious about clients. A strong and respectful relationship and connection between a therapist and a client is the prerequisite for a positive outcome or positive outcomes for a client.
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Sometimes we can hit roadblocks & detours that may take us out of our way- impacting how we feel about ourselves & our relationships. I provide Individual Therapy & Couples Therapy - specializing in relationship issues, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma & life transitions. Practicing a Strengths based approach, I believe that you hold capacities & inherit wisdom about your life. I will support you in slowing down, being Mindful & noticing self-critical, intrusive voices. My clients would describe me as non-judgmental, caring & appropriately humorous.
Sometimes we can hit roadblocks & detours that may take us out of our way- impacting how we feel about ourselves & our relationships. I provide Individual Therapy & Couples Therapy - specializing in relationship issues, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma & life transitions. Practicing a Strengths based approach, I believe that you hold capacities & inherit wisdom about your life. I will support you in slowing down, being Mindful & noticing self-critical, intrusive voices. My clients would describe me as non-judgmental, caring & appropriately humorous.
My passion lies in helping individuals reconnect with their bodies, process emotions, and find balance through an integrative lens that honors the mind-body-spirit connection. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, or life transitions, I’m here to create a supportive space where we can work together to uncover your inner resilience and healing potential. Let’s embark on a journey toward greater well-being, grounded in both evidence-based practices and holistic care. I look forward to supporting you!
My passion lies in helping individuals reconnect with their bodies, process emotions, and find balance through an integrative lens that honors the mind-body-spirit connection. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, or life transitions, I’m here to create a supportive space where we can work together to uncover your inner resilience and healing potential. Let’s embark on a journey toward greater well-being, grounded in both evidence-based practices and holistic care. I look forward to supporting you!
As you read these words, you may be having second thoughts about contacting a therapist. That is understandable. Even as we struggle with personal problems, or work to solve problems with a relationship, it's natural to have questions about reaching out for help. You may wonder whether you will feel comfortable with the person you call, and may be uncertain about how therapy can help.
As you read these words, you may be having second thoughts about contacting a therapist. That is understandable. Even as we struggle with personal problems, or work to solve problems with a relationship, it's natural to have questions about reaching out for help. You may wonder whether you will feel comfortable with the person you call, and may be uncertain about how therapy can help.
Hello! My name is Susie Ro and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have over 20 years of experience. My primary areas of practice are mood disorders (Anxiety, grief, stress, and depression) and Trauma. My most common theoretical approaches include EMDR (I am trained in EMDR) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and also draw from psychoanalytical theory at times. I work with clients who have mood disorders and also those with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or Complex Trauma issues that may also be affecting their moods as well.
Hello! My name is Susie Ro and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have over 20 years of experience. My primary areas of practice are mood disorders (Anxiety, grief, stress, and depression) and Trauma. My most common theoretical approaches include EMDR (I am trained in EMDR) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and also draw from psychoanalytical theory at times. I work with clients who have mood disorders and also those with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or Complex Trauma issues that may also be affecting their moods as well.
Scott Andrew Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Guerneville, CA 95446
Pain in life is inevitable, but suffering is optional; let me help you move away from the suffering. We live in a culture that has taught us to ignore our emotions and inner intuitive wisdom, and 'think' all situations to death—meanwhile we already have in us all the untapped wisdom we need to face our lives and its challenges. We just need to learn to access this wisdom. Rather than pathologizing our thoughts and behaviors, therapy can be about discovering how you “get in your own way” by not knowing yourself as fully as you might. I am here to help you start to realize your full potential and move away from the suffering.
Pain in life is inevitable, but suffering is optional; let me help you move away from the suffering. We live in a culture that has taught us to ignore our emotions and inner intuitive wisdom, and 'think' all situations to death—meanwhile we already have in us all the untapped wisdom we need to face our lives and its challenges. We just need to learn to access this wisdom. Rather than pathologizing our thoughts and behaviors, therapy can be about discovering how you “get in your own way” by not knowing yourself as fully as you might. I am here to help you start to realize your full potential and move away from the suffering.
I work with clients ages 13 and older, individuals and families. Primarily, I work with clients experiencing issues with anxiety, social anxiety, depression, self-harm, identity development, parenting issues, parent/child relationships, alcohol/drug abuse by teens and adults, recovery and rehab issues and reestablishment in the family, codependence (and family members affected by ones substance use), bipolar disorder, ADHD, self-esteem, relationship issues, supporting medication management, as well as many other concerns.
I work with clients ages 13 and older, individuals and families. Primarily, I work with clients experiencing issues with anxiety, social anxiety, depression, self-harm, identity development, parenting issues, parent/child relationships, alcohol/drug abuse by teens and adults, recovery and rehab issues and reestablishment in the family, codependence (and family members affected by ones substance use), bipolar disorder, ADHD, self-esteem, relationship issues, supporting medication management, as well as many other concerns.
I have extensive experience working with survivors of trauma, Addictions are often an unwelcomed side-effect of trauma, and I can work compassionately when they co-occur. I understand the unique challenges that developmental age plays re: traumatic events, death and loss. I take a gentle yet proactive approach to treating trauma. I know the difficulty of talking about these most personal and often horrifying events. I have compassion and respect for survivors of trauma. My approach to treating trauma is reflective of this. I also offer Divorce Mediation services when marriages fail due to these issues.
I have extensive experience working with survivors of trauma, Addictions are often an unwelcomed side-effect of trauma, and I can work compassionately when they co-occur. I understand the unique challenges that developmental age plays re: traumatic events, death and loss. I take a gentle yet proactive approach to treating trauma. I know the difficulty of talking about these most personal and often horrifying events. I have compassion and respect for survivors of trauma. My approach to treating trauma is reflective of this. I also offer Divorce Mediation services when marriages fail due to these issues.
Clint Parker
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I love helping adults from all stages and walks of life to understand the things that are holding them back in order to find ways through them. After recognizing underlying barriers, we can work towards fully realizing your strengths and adjusting certain behaviors and thoughts to see things and be yourself in a healthier way. In our first session together, we'll complete an assessment focused on exploring your past and present, current challenges and strengths, and specific problems that you hope to overcome. We'll discuss your specific goals for counseling as well as my recommendations for treatment to move towards those goals.
I love helping adults from all stages and walks of life to understand the things that are holding them back in order to find ways through them. After recognizing underlying barriers, we can work towards fully realizing your strengths and adjusting certain behaviors and thoughts to see things and be yourself in a healthier way. In our first session together, we'll complete an assessment focused on exploring your past and present, current challenges and strengths, and specific problems that you hope to overcome. We'll discuss your specific goals for counseling as well as my recommendations for treatment to move towards those goals.
Alissa Hirshfeld
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
I am a seasoned therapist with over 25 years of experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds and orientations. My approach is tailored toward each individual. I draw on decades of bereavement work (directing a hospice program), trauma (including EMDR), and mindfulness training (as a meditation and yoga instructor and spiritual director). Recently, I have been certified as a psychedelic-assisted therapist, work with ketamine, and provide integration. I'm a visual artist and writer and enjoy working with creative folks. Many of my clients come to me in the midst of grief, trauma, or life transitions. See alissahirshfeld.com
I am a seasoned therapist with over 25 years of experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds and orientations. My approach is tailored toward each individual. I draw on decades of bereavement work (directing a hospice program), trauma (including EMDR), and mindfulness training (as a meditation and yoga instructor and spiritual director). Recently, I have been certified as a psychedelic-assisted therapist, work with ketamine, and provide integration. I'm a visual artist and writer and enjoy working with creative folks. Many of my clients come to me in the midst of grief, trauma, or life transitions. See alissahirshfeld.com
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Number of Therapists in Sonoma County, CA
1,000+
Average cost per session
$170
Therapists in Sonoma County, CA who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 85% | Depression |
| 78% | Relationship Issues |
| 74% | Self Esteem |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 66% | Coping Skills |
| 64% | Grief |
Average years in practice
15 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 57% | Aetna |
| 51% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
| 51% | Optum |
How Therapists in Sonoma County, CA see their clients
| 74% | In Person and Online | |
| 26% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 79% | Female | |
| 20% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |