Teletherapy for Stockton, CA

Trained in EMDR and BSP. I specialize in working with people of color and all others who need support. I also come from a Christian perspective, although I am open to working with people from all backgrounds. I have been formerly trained in trauma-informed practices and I am a Certified WRAP Facilitator. I sincerely care about helping people overcome their tragedies and I whole-heartedly support recovery from trauma, addictions, and life experiences that could potentially provide setbacks. I believe the saying, "A setback is a setup for a comeback!"

Wouldn't it be amazing to experience a life where you are able to manage your sadness, trauma memories, stress and family issues? Well look no further, you have officially met the therapist who is willing to guide you on a new journey towards healing.

I have been practicing for 38 years in this field and I still enjoy going to work every day. I believe it is very important in my work that I help clients find their own answers to issues that are important to them. In my practice, I work with couple/marital issues, individuals, teenagers, and families. When needed, I work closely with a local psychiatrist both for medication assessment and case consultation. I also specialize in substance abuse, mood disorders including bipolar, depression, anxiety, and grief. Please feel free to call and ask questions you may have regarding my practice style and hours available.

The therapeutic relationship, ie…how you connect with your therapist, is the most essential element to the success of the therapy you are seeking. I strive to ensure that the relationship between myself and my clients consists of respect for where you are at when you begin your therapy as well a guarantee that the focus will always be on you and whatever needs you have at the moment.

"Teamwork makes the dream work." Meeting life's difficulties alone can be overwhelming. Together let's discover the beauty and purpose of our inner struggles. By doing so as a team we can share the burden of past failures and shed the pain that paves the way for our future success. Obstacles in our path are only there to make us stronger. Lifes distressing moments are only that a moment. Our job is to not always avoid these events but to endure them while not making them worst.

When we experience life challenges, there may be those times when we feel stuck, alone & don't know how to cope with it! It's understandable that when making the decision to seek professional help for our personal issues it may feel scary or like unfamiliar territory, but it can also be effective when an individual is open and ready to take that first step towards self-care! My name is Sonya C. Serna and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that provides individual, couples and family therapy.

Our team of Clinical Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapist, Professional Clinical Counselors help identify psychosocial barriers, and empower individuals to overcome those obstacles for positive, healthy change. The pursuit of happiness, security, and a life filled with dignity sometimes requires support. Here at Social Work Support, we help you navigate through complicated life stressors. We use our social work knowledge so that you make the best possible decisions for your situation. Using a strength-based approach, blended with feedback informed care and motivational interviewing, we support you through those moments.

Are you currently searching for a sense of meaning and purpose in your life? Do you find yourself in an existential/spiritual emergency? Are you exploring your personal identity, expression, or sexuality? I help people of all ages increase self-awareness and decrease symptomology by bringing unconscious material into conscious awareness. Mental health concerns eventually arise because deep in our mind/body/soul we yearn for authenticity/individuation. Together we can explore which aspects of ourselves that no longer serve us to let go, in order to make space for something new to enter.

Often in life we are faced with challenges, and no matter how small or how large, we feel absolutely stuck. Trapped in a place where you either can't seem to find the right solution or being able to see the change you need to make but can't quite get there. I believe that we all have the inner strength to overcome anything and I am here to be your helping hand. My job is to provide you a safe and comfortable environment in the process of uncovering your internal strengths and face these challenges head on.

I am comfortable working with people of every age, from school children to elders, from diverse social, economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. Most of the clients I see on a regular basis are working to better handle depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, or family and relationship problems. While I naturally gravitate toward Cognitive Behavior Therapy, I have an understanding of, and am comfortable using several different clinical and therapeutic modalities to match the clients needs. Let's work together to resolve areas of your life that are holding you back from being the best possible version of yourself you can be.

As a Clinical Social Worker and Pyschotherapist, I have worked in the mental health field for over 12 years. I am a trainer, consultant, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Registered Psychological Assistant who values healing, growth, determination, advocacy, and service. As a provider of services in the Human Services Agency, the Children Welfare and Mental Health Systems, I bring a unique perspective to the services that I provide.

I have extensive experience working with people of all ages who have faced issues of anxiety, trauma (sexual, childhood, relationship and domestic violence), depression, addiction, and gender/sexuality. I am passionate about providing services to LGBTQ individuals. I practice with knowledge of the importance of meeting others at their level of personal growth and development. Ultimately, as strength in the therapeutic relationship grows, the potential for long-term wellness, satisfaction, and success are fostered.

Over 15+ years, working with diverse and high risk populations to help overcome challenges arising from (severe) mental illness, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence, and trauma. Extensive training and experience in working with individuals in crisis and teaching others about Suicide Prevention. In addition to conducting crisis-related risk assessments and crisis-related interventions, I utilize other therapeutic approaches, CBT, D-CBT, and Solution-Focused treatment modalities. Providing individual therapy, adults and adolescents, Family/Couples therapy, group therapy.

Couples, individuals, and families experience imbalances in life that may significantly impact peace of mind and overall happiness. I have education and experience in areas of behavioral intervention, trauma-focused CBT, Internal Family Systems, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, and working with addiction or compulsions that are impacting your life. I work with individuals, families, and couples. I am committed to supporting people and their loved one’s in reaching their best quality of life.

Mind over matter, results over chatter. You are deserving of better days, start your journey on Shirmae Way. Hi! My name is Brittany Mitchell and I am so proud of you for taking this first step to improve your overall wellness. Whether you come for guidance while "picking up the pieces" , to learn coping skills, or just to be reminded how amazing you are, I'm dedicated in supporting your journey to becoming the best version yourself.

Everyone needs a safe and nonjudgmental place where they feel comfortable sharing their unique life story. Many times we stay in negative situations, because of our past, or we are afraid of taking a risk into the unknown. This is due to creating thoughts that prevent us from living the life we want. Being able to identify our thoughts can lead us to make better choices, feeling more empower leading to self-esteem development and improvement. I can be a tool to help you identify your thoughts as well as your emotions in order to make positive life decisions in a safe and confidential environment.

Beginning therapy takes courage, and I feel a direct and simplistic approach can help alleviate the struggle brought on by work, relationships, and personal challenges. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing struggles brought on by the pandemic and/or a variety of mental health disorders. A client's goals can be defined in session and issues may be intertwined when explored in more detail. My style of therapy is adaptable to the need of the client. By working together we can gain a better understanding of your past to create a more optimistic future.

Do you feel depressed or anxious or just lost? No motivation? There are reasons why your days can feel long. Different examples can be negative thinking, hopeless thoughts, and sleepless nights. I have been a licensed provider for 17 years and have been in the field for 25+ years. I have worked with adults, children and families on different challenges including Depression, Anxiety, Grief, relationship challenges, children's emotional challenges/behavior concerns, parenting concerns, and many other issues that can affect your daily routine.

Taking the first step in creating change in your life takes strength, and that is what you are doing today. I will meet you where you are at with a compassionate, sensitive, and non-judgmental approach. I specialize in trauma work and Brainspotting to help heal the deep wounds that limit your life. Through solution-focused collaboration, we will create a plan that supports your goals, values, and vision, to guide you in your quest for meaning and healing.