Therapists in Valencia, CA
Muhammad Rahman & Associates, LCSW, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Valencia, CA 91355
Life is not about winning or being successful at the end- its about finding life's meaning, its about personal empowerment, our agency, freeing ourselves from fear. We are a rich mixture of archetypes, energies, and potentialities. We have inner conflicts. Instead of reaching resolutions - we often surrender to our impulses and addictions. With hard work, we may evolve our problem into a source of consciousness and growth. When our inner 'healer' is inspired, we struggle towards the unifying truth of the self. One sees, for a brief time, a glimpse of the true unity, beauty, harmony peace. and most importantly - meaning of life.
Life is not about winning or being successful at the end- its about finding life's meaning, its about personal empowerment, our agency, freeing ourselves from fear. We are a rich mixture of archetypes, energies, and potentialities. We have inner conflicts. Instead of reaching resolutions - we often surrender to our impulses and addictions. With hard work, we may evolve our problem into a source of consciousness and growth. When our inner 'healer' is inspired, we struggle towards the unifying truth of the self. One sees, for a brief time, a glimpse of the true unity, beauty, harmony peace. and most importantly - meaning of life.
Stuart Yasukochi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Valencia, CA 91355
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling disconnected? Stressed, anxious, tired, or angry? Are you or your loved ones repeating behaviors, relationships, or situations, and wishing you could break the cycle? Maybe little things feel more frustrating or overwhelming than usual. Sometimes, we aren't sure what causes our distress, but we can sense we're not reaching our potential for health, happiness, or success. And even when we know the cause, change can still feel impossible. That's where I come in. My job is not to judge you--it's to listen, help you understand the root causes of your difficulties, and teach you practical tools to help change your life.
Are you feeling disconnected? Stressed, anxious, tired, or angry? Are you or your loved ones repeating behaviors, relationships, or situations, and wishing you could break the cycle? Maybe little things feel more frustrating or overwhelming than usual. Sometimes, we aren't sure what causes our distress, but we can sense we're not reaching our potential for health, happiness, or success. And even when we know the cause, change can still feel impossible. That's where I come in. My job is not to judge you--it's to listen, help you understand the root causes of your difficulties, and teach you practical tools to help change your life.
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Daniel Fong
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91350
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in California with over 15 years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship distress, parenting challenges, addiction struggles, and intimacy-related issues. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm, interactive, and culturally sensitive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in California with over 15 years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship distress, parenting challenges, addiction struggles, and intimacy-related issues. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm, interactive, and culturally sensitive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
Dr. Joung-Woo John Kim
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, PsyD, PhD, MDiv
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91354
Himself a child of divorce and early immigrant, and having been married for 20+ years, John has compassion and empathy for relational, family/marital and immigration adjustment issues.
Mental health is as important as physical health. So if you need professional help with your mind, just as you would seek a doctor for your physical health, you need to see a mental health therapist. John is passionate about working with individuals and couples on mental issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, disconnection with self and others, hopelessness, abandonment, rejection, betrayal, losses/grief, self value and (pre)marital issues. I am also a Prepare/Enrich Facilitator and can help couple get the relationship analyzed across 14 dimensions including communication, finance, sex, parenting, religion, etc.
Himself a child of divorce and early immigrant, and having been married for 20+ years, John has compassion and empathy for relational, family/marital and immigration adjustment issues.
Mental health is as important as physical health. So if you need professional help with your mind, just as you would seek a doctor for your physical health, you need to see a mental health therapist. John is passionate about working with individuals and couples on mental issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, disconnection with self and others, hopelessness, abandonment, rejection, betrayal, losses/grief, self value and (pre)marital issues. I am also a Prepare/Enrich Facilitator and can help couple get the relationship analyzed across 14 dimensions including communication, finance, sex, parenting, religion, etc.
William Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91354
My name is William Lee and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in SF Bay Area, California and work with clients statewide via telehealth. I help parents work on the hard stuff so they can be the parents they want to be. I specialize in depression, anger, resentment, inter-generational parenthood, parenting a challenging child, parent-child relationship, and transitioning to parenthood. I have been told I am warm, understanding, and personable. Most importantly, I help my clients get honest. My biggest strength is providing a space dedicated to you and your parenthood experience and how it fits into your life.
My name is William Lee and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in SF Bay Area, California and work with clients statewide via telehealth. I help parents work on the hard stuff so they can be the parents they want to be. I specialize in depression, anger, resentment, inter-generational parenthood, parenting a challenging child, parent-child relationship, and transitioning to parenthood. I have been told I am warm, understanding, and personable. Most importantly, I help my clients get honest. My biggest strength is providing a space dedicated to you and your parenthood experience and how it fits into your life.
Cesar Lagleva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91350
My name is Cesar Lagleva and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in the greater Bay Area, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and racial and other forms of trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Multicultural Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
My name is Cesar Lagleva and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in the greater Bay Area, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and racial and other forms of trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Multicultural Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
Peak Performance Mindset, Coy Reyes LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Porter Ranch, CA 91326
Coy is a licensed psychotherapist with a decade history of working with survivors of combat trauma & sexual trauma, couples, grieving families, military, law-enforcement/ first responders, and coaches & athletes. Coy is also a Purple Heart recipient Marine Veteran with multiple combat tours. He has first-hand experience with what most people are going through. “If you feel stuck in a hole and do not know how to get out… I will jump in there with you, and encourage you to calm down. I will reassure you that we will get out because I have been there before.” (Currently taking IN-PERSON and Cash pay only)
Coy is a licensed psychotherapist with a decade history of working with survivors of combat trauma & sexual trauma, couples, grieving families, military, law-enforcement/ first responders, and coaches & athletes. Coy is also a Purple Heart recipient Marine Veteran with multiple combat tours. He has first-hand experience with what most people are going through. “If you feel stuck in a hole and do not know how to get out… I will jump in there with you, and encourage you to calm down. I will reassure you that we will get out because I have been there before.” (Currently taking IN-PERSON and Cash pay only)
Leighton James Reynolds
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MS, PhD
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Eight years ago, I began working with professional athletes and traumatic brain injuries. This opened a huge door for me to understanding that there are many un-diagnosed brain injuries in the US resulting not just from professional sports, but car accidents, bicycle accidents, falls, and a wide assortment of ways in which children, adolescents, and adults receive a blow to the head. Our brains are much more fragile than previously understood. Be aware of chronic pain, chronic fatigue, constant headaches, brain fog, dizziness, loss of balance, poor memory, sensitivity to light/sound, poor sleep patterns, and depression & anxiety.
Eight years ago, I began working with professional athletes and traumatic brain injuries. This opened a huge door for me to understanding that there are many un-diagnosed brain injuries in the US resulting not just from professional sports, but car accidents, bicycle accidents, falls, and a wide assortment of ways in which children, adolescents, and adults receive a blow to the head. Our brains are much more fragile than previously understood. Be aware of chronic pain, chronic fatigue, constant headaches, brain fog, dizziness, loss of balance, poor memory, sensitivity to light/sound, poor sleep patterns, and depression & anxiety.
Andrew Huskey
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
The soul's journey can be a transformative one, when we are able to navigate the challenges along the way. These difficult moments can be overwhelming leading us to feel alone, lost, and uncertain. As our symptoms speak to our souls, we are called upon to deepen our understanding of ourselves, so we can restructure our fragmented pieces back to wholeness. These symptoms bring attention to our psyche revealing the glimpse of hope that still resides in us and now searches for support in overcoming these challenges.
The soul's journey can be a transformative one, when we are able to navigate the challenges along the way. These difficult moments can be overwhelming leading us to feel alone, lost, and uncertain. As our symptoms speak to our souls, we are called upon to deepen our understanding of ourselves, so we can restructure our fragmented pieces back to wholeness. These symptoms bring attention to our psyche revealing the glimpse of hope that still resides in us and now searches for support in overcoming these challenges.
Online Therapists
Joe Mutow
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Fontana, CA 92335
I have provided therapy for individuals (children K-12 and adults), family, group, and couple sessions for over ten years. My modality is Cognitive Behavioral which means we believe it is not the event itself but how we perceive and react to the circumstance that may cause a problem. We will explore different possibilities through our session and discover what may serve us the best in pursuing happiness.
I have provided therapy for individuals (children K-12 and adults), family, group, and couple sessions for over ten years. My modality is Cognitive Behavioral which means we believe it is not the event itself but how we perceive and react to the circumstance that may cause a problem. We will explore different possibilities through our session and discover what may serve us the best in pursuing happiness.
Benedict Choi Lmft Emdr
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, EFIT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92801
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT).
I offer a safe and supportive environment to help you identify and resolve unhealthy patterns that keep you from moving forward. You might be feeling stuck due to becoming emotionally disconnected with your partner, experiencing a traumatic event or struggling to perform at your optimal level at work. You want to rediscover intimacy, purpose and joy. Let me join you in developing effective coping skills to manage life's daily challenges.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT).
I offer a safe and supportive environment to help you identify and resolve unhealthy patterns that keep you from moving forward. You might be feeling stuck due to becoming emotionally disconnected with your partner, experiencing a traumatic event or struggling to perform at your optimal level at work. You want to rediscover intimacy, purpose and joy. Let me join you in developing effective coping skills to manage life's daily challenges.
Ralph Rueda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redlands, CA 92374
I have always been an active listener throughout my life, and I owe it to just being very patient and curious with family and friends around me.
My name is Ralph Rueda, and I am a first-generation Filipino American. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Northern California. I work exclusively with clients via telehealth. I specialize in motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and a strength-based approach. I tailor my approach to my clients according to their needs and what they seek out of therapy. I aim to make sure to keep my client-centered and value normalizing feedback in therapy on how each session goes so I can better strengthen my work in every session moving forward.
I have always been an active listener throughout my life, and I owe it to just being very patient and curious with family and friends around me.
My name is Ralph Rueda, and I am a first-generation Filipino American. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Northern California. I work exclusively with clients via telehealth. I specialize in motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and a strength-based approach. I tailor my approach to my clients according to their needs and what they seek out of therapy. I aim to make sure to keep my client-centered and value normalizing feedback in therapy on how each session goes so I can better strengthen my work in every session moving forward.
Michael Mahan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92612 (Online Only)
Becoming a Marriage and Family Therapist stemmed from my personal journey, sparked by my own struggles to understand my identity as a man and a father. At a crucial point in my life, I wrestled with profound questions about my identity and how to be the best father I could be. To find clarity, I began my own therapeutic journey, seeking the guidance of a compassionate therapist to address my challenges. It was during this transformative period that I realized my true calling: to support others in their journey towards hope, growth, and profound transformation.
Becoming a Marriage and Family Therapist stemmed from my personal journey, sparked by my own struggles to understand my identity as a man and a father. At a crucial point in my life, I wrestled with profound questions about my identity and how to be the best father I could be. To find clarity, I began my own therapeutic journey, seeking the guidance of a compassionate therapist to address my challenges. It was during this transformative period that I realized my true calling: to support others in their journey towards hope, growth, and profound transformation.
Jayce Matthew Geesey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90004
My perspective is shaped by my own journey of healing from previous experiences of depression, historical family trauma, and identity struggles as a mixed-race Japanese American musician.
I help creative and driven individuals who are struggling with self-esteem, anxiety/burnout, trauma, and difficulty in relationships. If you desire to live more authentically and to be freed from the burden of not feeling "good enough," therapy can be a helpful and safe space to work on shifting out of patterns that keep you feeling stuck and overwhelmed. You won't be alone in the process as we will work collaboratively to help you discover a new path forward that leads to healing and growth.
My perspective is shaped by my own journey of healing from previous experiences of depression, historical family trauma, and identity struggles as a mixed-race Japanese American musician.
I help creative and driven individuals who are struggling with self-esteem, anxiety/burnout, trauma, and difficulty in relationships. If you desire to live more authentically and to be freed from the burden of not feeling "good enough," therapy can be a helpful and safe space to work on shifting out of patterns that keep you feeling stuck and overwhelmed. You won't be alone in the process as we will work collaboratively to help you discover a new path forward that leads to healing and growth.
Joseph Malancharuvil
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Santa Ana, CA 92704
In independent practice, I treated individuals, couples, and families for a variety of psychological conditions such as integrating traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, family conflicts, grief reactions, personality disorders, etc.
My name is Joseph Malancharuvil (you may call me Dr. Joseph). I am a Doctor of Clinical Psychology, licensed in California and Board Certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology. I served as the Chief of Psychology at one of the largest mental facilities in California. I have treated a large number and variety of patients over the last 30 years both in an inpatient and outpatient setting. In inpatient hospital setting, I specialized in treating severe mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder and Schizophrenia.
In independent practice, I treated individuals, couples, and families for a variety of psychological conditions such as integrating traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, family conflicts, grief reactions, personality disorders, etc.
My name is Joseph Malancharuvil (you may call me Dr. Joseph). I am a Doctor of Clinical Psychology, licensed in California and Board Certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology. I served as the Chief of Psychology at one of the largest mental facilities in California. I have treated a large number and variety of patients over the last 30 years both in an inpatient and outpatient setting. In inpatient hospital setting, I specialized in treating severe mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder and Schizophrenia.
Robert Bermudez
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murrieta, CA 92562 (Online Only)
Life stressors can feel overwhelming, impacting various aspects of our lives, from relationships to our own wellbeing, sometimes turning into symptoms of depression, anxiety, and unhealthy coping. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over eighteen years of experience, offering individual and family therapy to adolescents, transitioning youth into adulthood, and adults via telehealth in California and Hawaii. During times of transition, and emotional distress, psychotherapy can help with symptom reduction, and help improve our daily functioning and relationships.
Life stressors can feel overwhelming, impacting various aspects of our lives, from relationships to our own wellbeing, sometimes turning into symptoms of depression, anxiety, and unhealthy coping. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over eighteen years of experience, offering individual and family therapy to adolescents, transitioning youth into adulthood, and adults via telehealth in California and Hawaii. During times of transition, and emotional distress, psychotherapy can help with symptom reduction, and help improve our daily functioning and relationships.
Joey Pham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90803 (Online Only)
I have dealt with a wide range of concerns including family discord, identity crisis, suicidal ideation, addiction, trauma and chronic illnesses such as Bipolar, Depression, PTSD, Anxiety, Psychotic Disorders and Substance Use Disorders.
At time, life provides us with the opportunities that enable us to grow and accomplish. However, at times it also presents itself in the form of a challenge. These life events can take a toll on our mental health and leave us feeling hopeless, unmotivated, lost, and stuck. I am passionate and confident in my ability to make a difference in the life of my clients. Having been through many touch patches myself, I understand well the importance of regaining one's own sense of purpose, strength, and dignity. I have experiences working with both children and adults using individual and family therapy modalities.
I have dealt with a wide range of concerns including family discord, identity crisis, suicidal ideation, addiction, trauma and chronic illnesses such as Bipolar, Depression, PTSD, Anxiety, Psychotic Disorders and Substance Use Disorders.
At time, life provides us with the opportunities that enable us to grow and accomplish. However, at times it also presents itself in the form of a challenge. These life events can take a toll on our mental health and leave us feeling hopeless, unmotivated, lost, and stuck. I am passionate and confident in my ability to make a difference in the life of my clients. Having been through many touch patches myself, I understand well the importance of regaining one's own sense of purpose, strength, and dignity. I have experiences working with both children and adults using individual and family therapy modalities.
Brian Shin: Hope Therapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91436
I believe that modalities of therapy should be based on the individual, couple, or family.
From the unexpected challenges to finding fulfillment when overcoming a trial, every person deserves to be the hero of their own story. From trauma to mood disorders to relational issues, each challenge is not an isolated event, but a story that is connected to our past, present, and future. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about helping people work through these challenges to come out even stronger, emotionally and mentally. I work with youth, adults, couples, and families to identify how this connection can lead to overcoming challenges and finding healing.
I believe that modalities of therapy should be based on the individual, couple, or family.
From the unexpected challenges to finding fulfillment when overcoming a trial, every person deserves to be the hero of their own story. From trauma to mood disorders to relational issues, each challenge is not an isolated event, but a story that is connected to our past, present, and future. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about helping people work through these challenges to come out even stronger, emotionally and mentally. I work with youth, adults, couples, and families to identify how this connection can lead to overcoming challenges and finding healing.
Wesley Du
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Therapy can be FUN, Exciting, and Healing (with hopefully some good laughs as well) . I get back to EveryOne within 1-8 hours. Perhaps you're hesitant since it's your first time in therapy. You feel empty, hopeless, and isolated. Every day is a struggle due to anxiety and depression. You have family trauma and cultural expectations that have left you shackled. I understand as I have dealt with those same issues too! I help people dealing with depression and anxiety by exploring other possibilities to cope and giving a safe space to fully express themselves honestly and authentically while gaining a sense of individuality.
Therapy can be FUN, Exciting, and Healing (with hopefully some good laughs as well) . I get back to EveryOne within 1-8 hours. Perhaps you're hesitant since it's your first time in therapy. You feel empty, hopeless, and isolated. Every day is a struggle due to anxiety and depression. You have family trauma and cultural expectations that have left you shackled. I understand as I have dealt with those same issues too! I help people dealing with depression and anxiety by exploring other possibilities to cope and giving a safe space to fully express themselves honestly and authentically while gaining a sense of individuality.
Insight4Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Hello! I'm a licensed therapist practicing in Costa Mesa, CA, who enjoys working with clients from diverse backgrounds and with a range of challenges, such as depression, anxiety, self/family acceptance, relationship conflicts, and trauma. If you are feeling stuck and wanting to change, therapy is an option worth exploring. Let me help you improve your emotional well being, enhance your ability to engage in relationships, and empower you with the tools necessary to restore balance in your life.
Hello! I'm a licensed therapist practicing in Costa Mesa, CA, who enjoys working with clients from diverse backgrounds and with a range of challenges, such as depression, anxiety, self/family acceptance, relationship conflicts, and trauma. If you are feeling stuck and wanting to change, therapy is an option worth exploring. Let me help you improve your emotional well being, enhance your ability to engage in relationships, and empower you with the tools necessary to restore balance in your life.
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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.