Therapists Beginning With S in California
My name is Magdolin Saadalla and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Orange County, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with all aged children, young adults, and parents. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT); Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) for children under 5 with a trauma history; Positive-Parenting Program (Triple-P) to address and improve parenting skills; Managing and Adapting Practices (MAP) for focusing on Disruptive Behaviors, Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma.
My name is Magdolin Saadalla and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Orange County, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with all aged children, young adults, and parents. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT); Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) for children under 5 with a trauma history; Positive-Parenting Program (Triple-P) to address and improve parenting skills; Managing and Adapting Practices (MAP) for focusing on Disruptive Behaviors, Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma.
Joseph Saah
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Rafael, CA 94903 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
As an experienced Licensed MFT, I offer a full range of psychotherapy services for men, women, adolescents, couples, and families. I founded The Men's Center for Counseling and Psychotherapy in 1984 in order to focus upon the psychological and emotional lives of men and boys. I particularly enjoy helping folks struggling with cross-cultural issues. My practice also includes work with women, girls, and couples of all persuasions. As an interactive therapist, I join my clients as they explore complex, often contradictory, intrapsychic forces. I bring humor, warmth, empathy, common-sense, and a genuine curiosity to the therapeutic encounter.
As an experienced Licensed MFT, I offer a full range of psychotherapy services for men, women, adolescents, couples, and families. I founded The Men's Center for Counseling and Psychotherapy in 1984 in order to focus upon the psychological and emotional lives of men and boys. I particularly enjoy helping folks struggling with cross-cultural issues. My practice also includes work with women, girls, and couples of all persuasions. As an interactive therapist, I join my clients as they explore complex, often contradictory, intrapsychic forces. I bring humor, warmth, empathy, common-sense, and a genuine curiosity to the therapeutic encounter.
My passion is helping folx live with embodied presence, vitality, care, & agency. As a Queer &/or BIPOC person you may have lived experience of trauma, loss, oppression, & marginalization. You may feel like your body is turning against you or that you have to mask parts of yourself to survive. No wonder relationships can be hard. When you're already working so hard to feel safe in your body the world can feel too much. It need not be this way. Your body can be your home, your way back to ground & center, a rich flowing wellspring of ancestral knowing that deepens your connection with yourself, earth, eros, others, & the world.
My passion is helping folx live with embodied presence, vitality, care, & agency. As a Queer &/or BIPOC person you may have lived experience of trauma, loss, oppression, & marginalization. You may feel like your body is turning against you or that you have to mask parts of yourself to survive. No wonder relationships can be hard. When you're already working so hard to feel safe in your body the world can feel too much. It need not be this way. Your body can be your home, your way back to ground & center, a rich flowing wellspring of ancestral knowing that deepens your connection with yourself, earth, eros, others, & the world.
Healing is possible for all people, especially in the context of connection and empathy. My unwavering belief in the goodness of people and the resilience of the human spirit has guided and informed my approach to therapy. I strive to build trustworthy collaborative relationships with my clients in order to find ways to heal, change patterns, and establish more fulfilling lives and relationships.
Healing is possible for all people, especially in the context of connection and empathy. My unwavering belief in the goodness of people and the resilience of the human spirit has guided and informed my approach to therapy. I strive to build trustworthy collaborative relationships with my clients in order to find ways to heal, change patterns, and establish more fulfilling lives and relationships.
Stephanie Saari
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Danville, CA 94526
Are you and your partner stuck in a cycle of conflict that repeats over and over.... leaving you both feeling disconnected, frustrated and alone? As a Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist and Supervisor, I use the most effective form of couples therapy, to help you to improve communication, stop your cycle of conflict, and build more trust, intimacy and connection.
Are you and your partner stuck in a cycle of conflict that repeats over and over.... leaving you both feeling disconnected, frustrated and alone? As a Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist and Supervisor, I use the most effective form of couples therapy, to help you to improve communication, stop your cycle of conflict, and build more trust, intimacy and connection.
At some point in our lives we must cope with distress and pain, whether, it is related to changes within our family system, job related issues, or just the chaos and turmoil of our day to day life. These stressful situations can result in overwhelming emotions ranging from sadness, to fear and anger. Therapy can be a safe, non-judgmental place to help you explore these issues, unlock your inner-wisdom and identify key skills to help you manage difficult situations. The objective in treatment is to develop an individualized plan that offers you the opportunity to explore underlying needs and gain insight on ways to manage emotions, heal from past trauma, and accomplish self-love.
At some point in our lives we must cope with distress and pain, whether, it is related to changes within our family system, job related issues, or just the chaos and turmoil of our day to day life. These stressful situations can result in overwhelming emotions ranging from sadness, to fear and anger. Therapy can be a safe, non-judgmental place to help you explore these issues, unlock your inner-wisdom and identify key skills to help you manage difficult situations. The objective in treatment is to develop an individualized plan that offers you the opportunity to explore underlying needs and gain insight on ways to manage emotions, heal from past trauma, and accomplish self-love.
Hector Saavedra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94104 (Online Only)
I am a dedicated and committed LMFT who is dedicated to guiding clients in their therapeutic journey. I am a graduate of the MFT program at the University of Southern California. In the past, I have worked in various settings such as universities, schools, and clinics; in these settings, I have worked with those struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, addiction, and many other issues.
I am a dedicated and committed LMFT who is dedicated to guiding clients in their therapeutic journey. I am a graduate of the MFT program at the University of Southern California. In the past, I have worked in various settings such as universities, schools, and clinics; in these settings, I have worked with those struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, addiction, and many other issues.
Hello, my name is Esmeralda Saavedra and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I have over 22 years of experience in assisting individuals, families, and children with PTSD. It would be an honor to work with you and meet you where you are today. My therapeutic application is to hear your story and meet you where you are today. I have a Bowen foundation and I am EMDR trained. Being culturally sensitive as well and intertwining those strengths to develop tools that best meet your needs. It would be an honor to hear your story.
Hello, my name is Esmeralda Saavedra and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I have over 22 years of experience in assisting individuals, families, and children with PTSD. It would be an honor to work with you and meet you where you are today. My therapeutic application is to hear your story and meet you where you are today. I have a Bowen foundation and I am EMDR trained. Being culturally sensitive as well and intertwining those strengths to develop tools that best meet your needs. It would be an honor to hear your story.
Socorro Espinosa Saavedra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chula Vista, CA 91910
Hello/Hola, I'm Socorro- My name is Socorro Saavedra, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. My goal in therapy is to help clients reach their full potential by healing past trauma and support maintain their mental well-being. I work with children, adults, couples, and families facing depression, anxiety, significant life transitions as well as challenges in parenting.
Hello/Hola, I'm Socorro- My name is Socorro Saavedra, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. My goal in therapy is to help clients reach their full potential by healing past trauma and support maintain their mental well-being. I work with children, adults, couples, and families facing depression, anxiety, significant life transitions as well as challenges in parenting.
Hi, it's nice to meet you. I'm an experienced, bilingual clinical psychologist, Chile born, California educated. I keep a practice since 2006, offering therapy to 1) children, adolescents & parents, as well as 2) adults. I offer flexible therapy to meet the needs of my clients. I have worked as a psychologist in many organizations, including Google; Kaiser Permanente; Children’s Hospital; YouTube; and in New Zealand. I teach graduate psychology and provide trainings for professionals, locally and internationally. I use mindfulness and behavioral therapy with kids, deeper approaches with adults. It's great that you're reaching out!
Hi, it's nice to meet you. I'm an experienced, bilingual clinical psychologist, Chile born, California educated. I keep a practice since 2006, offering therapy to 1) children, adolescents & parents, as well as 2) adults. I offer flexible therapy to meet the needs of my clients. I have worked as a psychologist in many organizations, including Google; Kaiser Permanente; Children’s Hospital; YouTube; and in New Zealand. I teach graduate psychology and provide trainings for professionals, locally and internationally. I use mindfulness and behavioral therapy with kids, deeper approaches with adults. It's great that you're reaching out!
Diana Saavedra
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92507
During challenging moments, it's perfectly natural to feel a bit lost about where to start. I enjoy working with individuals navigating uncertainty, stress, anxiety, depression, or life changes. Remember, you don't need a major event to seek therapy; sometimes, life's curveballs leave us feeling stuck. Therapy serves as a supportive anchor, providing the guidance and reassurance needed during tough times. If you're ready for change, I'm here and eager to work together on your journey.
During challenging moments, it's perfectly natural to feel a bit lost about where to start. I enjoy working with individuals navigating uncertainty, stress, anxiety, depression, or life changes. Remember, you don't need a major event to seek therapy; sometimes, life's curveballs leave us feeling stuck. Therapy serves as a supportive anchor, providing the guidance and reassurance needed during tough times. If you're ready for change, I'm here and eager to work together on your journey.
We are all just doing the best that we can, but it is easy to feel depleted, alone, anxious, or depressed. Making the decision and commitment to better oneself is difficult, to say the least. I am here to help you achieve your goals. I aim to provide a safe and trusting environment for you to explore your emotions, experiences, relationships, and struggles. Therapy can be a great place to slow down, to think carefully about your life, and get support. I work collaboratively with my clients, and work to empower and nurture every individual’s strength. I believe education is a primary tool for change.
We are all just doing the best that we can, but it is easy to feel depleted, alone, anxious, or depressed. Making the decision and commitment to better oneself is difficult, to say the least. I am here to help you achieve your goals. I aim to provide a safe and trusting environment for you to explore your emotions, experiences, relationships, and struggles. Therapy can be a great place to slow down, to think carefully about your life, and get support. I work collaboratively with my clients, and work to empower and nurture every individual’s strength. I believe education is a primary tool for change.
Joe Saavedra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, CMAT, CCTP, SATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92692 (Online Only)
As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) trained in IFS, I am absolutely passionate about helping those impacted by sexual integrity issues. I work with "addicted parts" using individual, couple, and group therapy modalities. I am quite aware of relational trauma that partners of sex, porn, and relationship addicts experience, and I compassionately work to guide addicted parts through isolating and shame-filled experiences. My role is to help reduce this shame and systematically get to the root of the addictive and compulsive behaviors that have led to intimacy disorder issues.
As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) trained in IFS, I am absolutely passionate about helping those impacted by sexual integrity issues. I work with "addicted parts" using individual, couple, and group therapy modalities. I am quite aware of relational trauma that partners of sex, porn, and relationship addicts experience, and I compassionately work to guide addicted parts through isolating and shame-filled experiences. My role is to help reduce this shame and systematically get to the root of the addictive and compulsive behaviors that have led to intimacy disorder issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, and I have been practicing for the last 9 years. I have extensive experience working with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, trauma, addiction, grief and loss, relationship struggles, and difficult life transitions. My goal is to assist my clients in improving their lives by taking a holistic, client-centered, integrative approach that is culturally affirming. I strive to create a safe space that is collaborative, non-judgmental, and strength-based, which aids in promoting healing.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, and I have been practicing for the last 9 years. I have extensive experience working with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, trauma, addiction, grief and loss, relationship struggles, and difficult life transitions. My goal is to assist my clients in improving their lives by taking a holistic, client-centered, integrative approach that is culturally affirming. I strive to create a safe space that is collaborative, non-judgmental, and strength-based, which aids in promoting healing.
Seham Saba
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Not accepting new clients
My mission is to assist others in overcoming life challenges and obstacles through mindfulness, relationship building, empowerment, awareness, stress management and much more. If you, your family, or anyone you know is struggling with depression, anxiety, coping with stressful situations or other mental health related issues, I can help!
My mission is to assist others in overcoming life challenges and obstacles through mindfulness, relationship building, empowerment, awareness, stress management and much more. If you, your family, or anyone you know is struggling with depression, anxiety, coping with stressful situations or other mental health related issues, I can help!
Amberly Sabado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Yuba City, CA 95991
Are You Feeling Overwhelmed? Burned out? Exhausted, but can't sleep? Maybe you distract yourself to get through your work day or school day by daydreaming of a life far from your own. But when reality hits, you freeze. Overwhelmed by the weight of it all, you don't know what to do next. You’re not alone. I know that it can be hard to reach out for help– but none of us are meant to go through this life alone. An environment with a compassionate and trained confidant, makes all the difference. Healing is possible.
Are You Feeling Overwhelmed? Burned out? Exhausted, but can't sleep? Maybe you distract yourself to get through your work day or school day by daydreaming of a life far from your own. But when reality hits, you freeze. Overwhelmed by the weight of it all, you don't know what to do next. You’re not alone. I know that it can be hard to reach out for help– but none of us are meant to go through this life alone. An environment with a compassionate and trained confidant, makes all the difference. Healing is possible.
Chera Renee Sabankaya
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CFRC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mount Shasta, CA 96067
Greetings! I'm Chera, and I have focused the scope of my private practice on very specialized (and desperately underserved) groups at high risk of suicidality within our community. Since 2016 I‘ve been helping our veterans/military with PsychArmor training, later realizing no one had the backs of our law enforcement. For this reason, I earned my certification as a first responder counselor and peer support team leader/trainer to provide crisis, cumulative trauma, and emotional agility training for our first responders.
Greetings! I'm Chera, and I have focused the scope of my private practice on very specialized (and desperately underserved) groups at high risk of suicidality within our community. Since 2016 I‘ve been helping our veterans/military with PsychArmor training, later realizing no one had the backs of our law enforcement. For this reason, I earned my certification as a first responder counselor and peer support team leader/trainer to provide crisis, cumulative trauma, and emotional agility training for our first responders.
Ofelia Saba Ramírez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, APCC, AMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90042 (Online Only)
You may be fed up with feeling like you just don't fit in, or perhaps you're struggling to navigate your relationships as a person who just feels “different” . You might even feel like an outsider, unsure of how to be in the world. But one thing is for sure: you're ready for some relief. You're ready to embrace all your quirks, to understand yourself better, and to love those parts wholly. Most of all, you're ready for a transformation!
You may be fed up with feeling like you just don't fit in, or perhaps you're struggling to navigate your relationships as a person who just feels “different” . You might even feel like an outsider, unsure of how to be in the world. But one thing is for sure: you're ready for some relief. You're ready to embrace all your quirks, to understand yourself better, and to love those parts wholly. Most of all, you're ready for a transformation!
I have over 30 years experience in helping people to heal and feel whole again. I like working with couples to help them communicate in ways that bring them closer rather than create distance. I work with individuals struggling with trauma, self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, and other problems that create dysfunctional patterns and symptoms in their life and relationships. It is rewarding to help people who may have felt hopeless, to move in a positive healing direction toward reclaiming their lives and their happiness. I also have a staff psychiatrist available for those individuals who may benefit from medication for depression, anxiety, insomnia.
I have over 30 years experience in helping people to heal and feel whole again. I like working with couples to help them communicate in ways that bring them closer rather than create distance. I work with individuals struggling with trauma, self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, and other problems that create dysfunctional patterns and symptoms in their life and relationships. It is rewarding to help people who may have felt hopeless, to move in a positive healing direction toward reclaiming their lives and their happiness. I also have a staff psychiatrist available for those individuals who may benefit from medication for depression, anxiety, insomnia.