Family Therapy in South Lake Tahoe, CA
A Balanced Life Tahoe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Are you ready to feel better? Then you are in the right place. We are a private practice composed of 6 therapists who provide high quality in-person and online individual, couples, and family therapy. Our mission is to bring our clients a sense of peace and balance by providing quality, evidence-based counseling practices to educate, support, and heal individuals, families and the community. We work with clients who would like to improve their overall life satisfaction, mood, anxiety management, relationships, process trauma, want to live a happier and more fulfilling life, and more.
Are you ready to feel better? Then you are in the right place. We are a private practice composed of 6 therapists who provide high quality in-person and online individual, couples, and family therapy. Our mission is to bring our clients a sense of peace and balance by providing quality, evidence-based counseling practices to educate, support, and heal individuals, families and the community. We work with clients who would like to improve their overall life satisfaction, mood, anxiety management, relationships, process trauma, want to live a happier and more fulfilling life, and more.
Colleen Klym
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Grief, illness, family transitions as well as a challenging history are all good enough reasons to reach out for support.
Are you yearning for a more joyful life and more connected relationships? Perhaps you have patterns that are getting in the way of connection and joy bc of difficult past experiences. I provide a warm, accepting environment to allow for clients to clear negative experience, regulate their nervous system and start living in the present. I have a certification in brainspotting, a neuroexperiential model which has been shown to reduce and even eliminate symptoms of trauma, anxiety, and depression. I also have a bachelors degree in music therapy so using music and other expressive arts are available to clients. Expressive arts retreats
Grief, illness, family transitions as well as a challenging history are all good enough reasons to reach out for support.
Are you yearning for a more joyful life and more connected relationships? Perhaps you have patterns that are getting in the way of connection and joy bc of difficult past experiences. I provide a warm, accepting environment to allow for clients to clear negative experience, regulate their nervous system and start living in the present. I have a certification in brainspotting, a neuroexperiential model which has been shown to reduce and even eliminate symptoms of trauma, anxiety, and depression. I also have a bachelors degree in music therapy so using music and other expressive arts are available to clients. Expressive arts retreats
Virginia Sanchez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Hello, my name is Virginia Sanchez, and have a license in Marriage and Family Therapy. I approach therapy with any client based on the client's needs and wants. The focus will be on reaching the goals the client will like to achieve. I typically work with clients who are between 18 and 40. I am comfortable with individuals who are working through grief, life changes, identity issues, anxiety, depression, bipolar, and LGBTQ+. I provide a private, quiet, and neutral environment during our sessions.
Hello, my name is Virginia Sanchez, and have a license in Marriage and Family Therapy. I approach therapy with any client based on the client's needs and wants. The focus will be on reaching the goals the client will like to achieve. I typically work with clients who are between 18 and 40. I am comfortable with individuals who are working through grief, life changes, identity issues, anxiety, depression, bipolar, and LGBTQ+. I provide a private, quiet, and neutral environment during our sessions.
Maria Mendoza
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist that have been practicing for over 20 years.
I have extensive experience working with Military families. I have worked with Military and Veterans on assignments on the Military base. I have also worked with foster children in foster homes and have worked in correctional facilities. I took extensive training to help couples stay together when one feels like leaving. There is great success in couples staying together after having counseling with my expertise. My education and professional background in both the mind and the body gives me an unique and effective approach to counseling.
I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist that have been practicing for over 20 years.
I have extensive experience working with Military families. I have worked with Military and Veterans on assignments on the Military base. I have also worked with foster children in foster homes and have worked in correctional facilities. I took extensive training to help couples stay together when one feels like leaving. There is great success in couples staying together after having counseling with my expertise. My education and professional background in both the mind and the body gives me an unique and effective approach to counseling.
April Harvey
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC-II
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
If you are looking for a dynamic treatment approach to addiction treatment, have current legal issues regarding addiction, are concerned about a family member/ friend, or want to build a better life through structure and accountability feel free to contact me.
Any individual that is suffering from addiction, a lack of motivation to conquer their goals, or looking to explore a deeper practice of mindfulness in their day to day life can benefit from the ongoing support that counseling can provide. Chronic relapsing, low self esteem, and barriers created through active addiction will prevent us from recovery. Maybe you have a family member that is suffering or you would like to receive more information on substance use disorder, I can help educate and provide coping strategies to give you more peace of mind as you support your loved one.
If you are looking for a dynamic treatment approach to addiction treatment, have current legal issues regarding addiction, are concerned about a family member/ friend, or want to build a better life through structure and accountability feel free to contact me.
Any individual that is suffering from addiction, a lack of motivation to conquer their goals, or looking to explore a deeper practice of mindfulness in their day to day life can benefit from the ongoing support that counseling can provide. Chronic relapsing, low self esteem, and barriers created through active addiction will prevent us from recovery. Maybe you have a family member that is suffering or you would like to receive more information on substance use disorder, I can help educate and provide coping strategies to give you more peace of mind as you support your loved one.
Erin R Kelly
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
I am an art therapist and LMFT. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who have learning disorders, issues around early attachment, depression, anxiety, pervasive development disorders, and behavioral problems. I also work with adults in individual, co-parenting and family therapy. I can support clients through crisis and life changes. I am familiar with 12 step recovery and can provided effective treatment for dually diagnosed clients.
I am an art therapist and LMFT. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who have learning disorders, issues around early attachment, depression, anxiety, pervasive development disorders, and behavioral problems. I also work with adults in individual, co-parenting and family therapy. I can support clients through crisis and life changes. I am familiar with 12 step recovery and can provided effective treatment for dually diagnosed clients.
Dvora Kravitz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Online Only)
I'm Dvora Kravitz, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience. I help people struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, aging, and other aches and pains that cannot be explained. Currently, I offer telehealth conference sessions. If you are a struggling parent, a teen, or senior I am available to help in a caring and professional manner. Starting 40 years ago as an educator, and from my training as a psychotherapist starting 35 years ago, I have successfully evolved and synthesized a wide variety of tools including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Trauma-Focused, Mindfulness-Based, and Play Therapy.
I'm Dvora Kravitz, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience. I help people struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, aging, and other aches and pains that cannot be explained. Currently, I offer telehealth conference sessions. If you are a struggling parent, a teen, or senior I am available to help in a caring and professional manner. Starting 40 years ago as an educator, and from my training as a psychotherapist starting 35 years ago, I have successfully evolved and synthesized a wide variety of tools including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Trauma-Focused, Mindfulness-Based, and Play Therapy.
Marcella Araiza
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I provide therapy for adults, adolescents, young children, at-risk youth, and families. My experience includes diagnosis, risk assessments and crisis counseling. I also have treated major depression, schizophrenia, bi-polar, anxiety, panic attacks, self-harm, trauma, dual diagnoses, and substance abuse. I have experience facilitating anger management, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), substance abuse and process groups. The approaches that I utilize are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I also provide therapy in the Lak
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I provide therapy for adults, adolescents, young children, at-risk youth, and families. My experience includes diagnosis, risk assessments and crisis counseling. I also have treated major depression, schizophrenia, bi-polar, anxiety, panic attacks, self-harm, trauma, dual diagnoses, and substance abuse. I have experience facilitating anger management, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), substance abuse and process groups. The approaches that I utilize are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I also provide therapy in the Lak
Renee Michelle
MA
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
My Masters in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care and Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and training in the Enneagram, give me a holistic approach to help women connect with the parts of themselves that have been overlooked or pushed aside.
As a Faith-based Spiritual Director and Counselor, I help women get unstuck spiritually, relationally, and emotionally. After doing my Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and completing my Masters in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care, I wanted to help women grow in their emotional, spiritual and relational lives. I help individuals that are experiencing grief, life transitions, wanting healthier relationships, wanting to experience more of their true self and worth, and who are experiencing anxiety, or depression. I help individuals create a healthier spiritual life and help women discover their voice and true self.
My Masters in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care and Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and training in the Enneagram, give me a holistic approach to help women connect with the parts of themselves that have been overlooked or pushed aside.
As a Faith-based Spiritual Director and Counselor, I help women get unstuck spiritually, relationally, and emotionally. After doing my Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and completing my Masters in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care, I wanted to help women grow in their emotional, spiritual and relational lives. I help individuals that are experiencing grief, life transitions, wanting healthier relationships, wanting to experience more of their true self and worth, and who are experiencing anxiety, or depression. I help individuals create a healthier spiritual life and help women discover their voice and true self.
Kelly Brainard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
My name is Kelly Brainard, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, stress, and mood disorders. I work with clients from a Cognitive behavioral and Humanistic approach to assist my clients in resolving current life challenges. My approach to therapy is specific to each individual. I frequently use Cognitive behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic therapy. These therapeutic approaches help me collaborate with my clients to reach their therapeutic goals.
My name is Kelly Brainard, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, stress, and mood disorders. I work with clients from a Cognitive behavioral and Humanistic approach to assist my clients in resolving current life challenges. My approach to therapy is specific to each individual. I frequently use Cognitive behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic therapy. These therapeutic approaches help me collaborate with my clients to reach their therapeutic goals.
Tahoe Youth and Family Services
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Tahoe Youth and Family Services (TYFS) provides counseling and support programs to promote healthy development of families, children and individuals. We envision resilient communities that achieve healthy outcomes through affordable behavioral services. We have a proud 50-year tradition of providing mental health & substance abuse services to our community and surrounding areas. We are an inclusive supportive ally to anyone in crisis. Download an intake packet at tahoeyouth.org or call our office to pick up an intake packet.
Tahoe Youth and Family Services (TYFS) provides counseling and support programs to promote healthy development of families, children and individuals. We envision resilient communities that achieve healthy outcomes through affordable behavioral services. We have a proud 50-year tradition of providing mental health & substance abuse services to our community and surrounding areas. We are an inclusive supportive ally to anyone in crisis. Download an intake packet at tahoeyouth.org or call our office to pick up an intake packet.
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Ann Holabird
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
My name is Ann Holabird and I've been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) for 18 years. Although my practice is based in Pasadena, California, I work with clients all across the state via telehealth. Throughout my years as a therapist, I've worked with many populations and addressed many mental health conditions. In working with telehealth, however, I've found that teens through older adults adapt best to the teletherapy format. Similarly, certain presenting problems are more effectively treated via video than others.
My name is Ann Holabird and I've been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) for 18 years. Although my practice is based in Pasadena, California, I work with clients all across the state via telehealth. Throughout my years as a therapist, I've worked with many populations and addressed many mental health conditions. In working with telehealth, however, I've found that teens through older adults adapt best to the teletherapy format. Similarly, certain presenting problems are more effectively treated via video than others.
Marina Alexander
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
My name is Marina Alexander, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I was born in Ukraine and speak Russian fluently. I work with adults and couples and specialize in anxiety and stress management, alleviating trauma and PTSD, managing life transitions, issues related to aging, and of course - challenges in interpersonal relationships. I am also a Transformational Life coach, trained and certified by the Brave Thinking Institute.
My name is Marina Alexander, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I was born in Ukraine and speak Russian fluently. I work with adults and couples and specialize in anxiety and stress management, alleviating trauma and PTSD, managing life transitions, issues related to aging, and of course - challenges in interpersonal relationships. I am also a Transformational Life coach, trained and certified by the Brave Thinking Institute.
Maryann Newsom - California Telehealth Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSTIP , CCTP, ASDCS
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Online Only)
Hi, I am MaryAnn Newsom I have a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with an emphasis in Child Development, and a Masters in is in Marriage and Family Therapy. I am a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, Clinical Trauma Professional, and a Sex Therapy Informed Professional. I have Post-graduate training in a multitude of clinical areas, including, however, not limited to; Working with First Responders, Grief, Executive Functioning/Prefrontal Cortex issues (ADHD, ASD, ODD…), Gender, Sexuality, Telemental Health, EMDR, also Nutrition/lifestyle. I also have a blog sexloveandmarriage.com and I am on Instagram.
Hi, I am MaryAnn Newsom I have a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with an emphasis in Child Development, and a Masters in is in Marriage and Family Therapy. I am a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, Clinical Trauma Professional, and a Sex Therapy Informed Professional. I have Post-graduate training in a multitude of clinical areas, including, however, not limited to; Working with First Responders, Grief, Executive Functioning/Prefrontal Cortex issues (ADHD, ASD, ODD…), Gender, Sexuality, Telemental Health, EMDR, also Nutrition/lifestyle. I also have a blog sexloveandmarriage.com and I am on Instagram.
Heather Schrag
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Hi, I'm Heather Jones, a licensed marriage and family therapist and it's my job to help you feel OK. I'm committed to helping you feel better as soon as possible. If we can get that to happen in a single conversation, wouldn't that be great? If it takes more time, we'll make the most of our sessions until you're satisfied. I practice Rapid Resolution Therapy because it aids me in identifying the root cause of suffering and eliminating it effectively and painlessly for good.
Hi, I'm Heather Jones, a licensed marriage and family therapist and it's my job to help you feel OK. I'm committed to helping you feel better as soon as possible. If we can get that to happen in a single conversation, wouldn't that be great? If it takes more time, we'll make the most of our sessions until you're satisfied. I practice Rapid Resolution Therapy because it aids me in identifying the root cause of suffering and eliminating it effectively and painlessly for good.
Alice L Caldwell
PhD, LBP
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Non-judgement, mindful, and confidential are key in foundational work for individual, family, and group treatment. Outpatient Care is HIPPA compliant face-to-face or telehealth Services. After assessment process, a plan of care utilizing specific modalities are development along with needs listed and goals, both long-term and short-term. Treatment can include family upon request. With Individualized care, patients have an opportunity to build positive coping skills. You can reach out by Email, Call/leave a message or text message. Please leave a name, number and reason for your contact. Give 24 hours for response. Let's Talk Soon.
Non-judgement, mindful, and confidential are key in foundational work for individual, family, and group treatment. Outpatient Care is HIPPA compliant face-to-face or telehealth Services. After assessment process, a plan of care utilizing specific modalities are development along with needs listed and goals, both long-term and short-term. Treatment can include family upon request. With Individualized care, patients have an opportunity to build positive coping skills. You can reach out by Email, Call/leave a message or text message. Please leave a name, number and reason for your contact. Give 24 hours for response. Let's Talk Soon.
Theresa (Lynette) Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
The past 3 years have taken a toll on the human population. So many of us have been isolated with and without support for our mental well-being. Many of our relationships with our family, friends, and coworkers have suffered during this time. Also, self-care became a challenge during this period of isolation. As a seasoned psychotherapist/counselor, I would like to support you in working through any fears or struggles that might impede your full participation in the relationships and activities that add happiness and peace to your life.
The past 3 years have taken a toll on the human population. So many of us have been isolated with and without support for our mental well-being. Many of our relationships with our family, friends, and coworkers have suffered during this time. Also, self-care became a challenge during this period of isolation. As a seasoned psychotherapist/counselor, I would like to support you in working through any fears or struggles that might impede your full participation in the relationships and activities that add happiness and peace to your life.
Sam Verzatt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Hi, thank you for taking a moment to view my page. We all face a world that is so fast paced, full of distraction and demands on our time and attention. I view therapy as a space to take rest from this rush and cultivate mindfulness and a sense of presence. Therapy is an opportunity to take a moment to hear one's self and identify where am I, where have I been, and most importantly where am I going? Therapy can be a radical act of self care when we learn to validate what we need to help ourselves move forward and how to let go of what no longer serves us.
Hi, thank you for taking a moment to view my page. We all face a world that is so fast paced, full of distraction and demands on our time and attention. I view therapy as a space to take rest from this rush and cultivate mindfulness and a sense of presence. Therapy is an opportunity to take a moment to hear one's self and identify where am I, where have I been, and most importantly where am I going? Therapy can be a radical act of self care when we learn to validate what we need to help ourselves move forward and how to let go of what no longer serves us.
Timothy Geare
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Greetings! In searching for a therapist you seek someone who is capable of listening to you and truly hearing. It is essential that your therapist is able to understand your 'starting point' in order to help you pursue your personal and relationship objectives. It is my honor to assist you. In my profession it is rare to find a therapist who has remained in face-to-face counseling for the duration of his/her career. With gratitude I can say God has blessed me as a counselor bringing help to many hurting and dismayed individuals, couples and families.
Greetings! In searching for a therapist you seek someone who is capable of listening to you and truly hearing. It is essential that your therapist is able to understand your 'starting point' in order to help you pursue your personal and relationship objectives. It is my honor to assist you. In my profession it is rare to find a therapist who has remained in face-to-face counseling for the duration of his/her career. With gratitude I can say God has blessed me as a counselor bringing help to many hurting and dismayed individuals, couples and families.
Dustin Kieschnick
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Online Only)
Clients have varied reasons for coming to therapy, and my approach is to meet you wherever you are on your journey, to work collaboratively to find the best ways forward. I focus first on building trust together, establishing a solid working relationship, and deciding together whether I am the right fit for what you want to achieve in therapy, because those are crucial elements for achieving therapeutic goals.
Clients have varied reasons for coming to therapy, and my approach is to meet you wherever you are on your journey, to work collaboratively to find the best ways forward. I focus first on building trust together, establishing a solid working relationship, and deciding together whether I am the right fit for what you want to achieve in therapy, because those are crucial elements for achieving therapeutic goals.
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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.