Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in California
My goal is to help you overcome whatever difficulties may have led you to be reading these words and searching for support. I strive to provide care that is specifically tailored to each person, as each person’s needs, experiences, and desires are different. Though it is important to me to ground all that work within trauma-informed and compassionate perspectives. I truly love this work and the opportunity to walk alongside folks on their journeys though life. Being a human in this world is hard, but finding a competent, supportive, therapist to help you through it doesn’t need to be.
My goal is to help you overcome whatever difficulties may have led you to be reading these words and searching for support. I strive to provide care that is specifically tailored to each person, as each person’s needs, experiences, and desires are different. Though it is important to me to ground all that work within trauma-informed and compassionate perspectives. I truly love this work and the opportunity to walk alongside folks on their journeys though life. Being a human in this world is hard, but finding a competent, supportive, therapist to help you through it doesn’t need to be.
My approach integrates CBT, ACT, DBT-informed strategies, and compassion-focused therapy.
My clients are often capable, thoughtful adults who hold a lot for others while quietly feeling stretched thin, self-critical, or overwhelmed. Many come in with anxiety, burnout, or relationship patterns that feel hard to shift - often driven by a persistent sense they should be doing better by now. In our work, we focus on understanding these patterns without shame, especially the ones that look like personality traits but are actually protective strategies. I help clients build a steadier, more compassionate internal relationship so change feels sustainable, not punishing.
My approach integrates CBT, ACT, DBT-informed strategies, and compassion-focused therapy.
My clients are often capable, thoughtful adults who hold a lot for others while quietly feeling stretched thin, self-critical, or overwhelmed. Many come in with anxiety, burnout, or relationship patterns that feel hard to shift - often driven by a persistent sense they should be doing better by now. In our work, we focus on understanding these patterns without shame, especially the ones that look like personality traits but are actually protective strategies. I help clients build a steadier, more compassionate internal relationship so change feels sustainable, not punishing.
In an age increasingly dominated by diagnosis, optimization, and self-help solutions, our conversations take a different path. We stop asking "What's wrong with me?" and pursue deeper questions about meaning, freedom, ethics, identity, and how we truly ought to live. I specialize in grief, relational loss, pet loss, and social isolation, and in working w/ couples and families at pivotal crossroads. My clients navigate death, divorce, family ruptures, prolonged anxiety, depression & loneliness. I work w/ couples where connection has frayed, w/ families rebuilding after rupture and mother-daughter relationships in all their complexity
In an age increasingly dominated by diagnosis, optimization, and self-help solutions, our conversations take a different path. We stop asking "What's wrong with me?" and pursue deeper questions about meaning, freedom, ethics, identity, and how we truly ought to live. I specialize in grief, relational loss, pet loss, and social isolation, and in working w/ couples and families at pivotal crossroads. My clients navigate death, divorce, family ruptures, prolonged anxiety, depression & loneliness. I work w/ couples where connection has frayed, w/ families rebuilding after rupture and mother-daughter relationships in all their complexity
I have deep experience providing ACT, DBT, and Mindfulness-Based treatment for anxiety, trauma recovery and depression, and regularly train and supervise other therapists in these specialties.
As humans, it is natural to experience periods of intense difficulty, particularly when feeling overwhelmed by competing demands or relationship patterns that are no longer effective. Therapy can be a resource to help navigate healthy and authentic relationships, restore life balance, calm anxious thoughts, and regain overall wellbeing. I believe that we teach others how to treat us, and that setting effective and graceful boundaries is an attainable goal. When emotions become overpowering, our tendency is to avoid them, yet they provide important information that can be used to inform and move toward the life you want to live.
I have deep experience providing ACT, DBT, and Mindfulness-Based treatment for anxiety, trauma recovery and depression, and regularly train and supervise other therapists in these specialties.
As humans, it is natural to experience periods of intense difficulty, particularly when feeling overwhelmed by competing demands or relationship patterns that are no longer effective. Therapy can be a resource to help navigate healthy and authentic relationships, restore life balance, calm anxious thoughts, and regain overall wellbeing. I believe that we teach others how to treat us, and that setting effective and graceful boundaries is an attainable goal. When emotions become overpowering, our tendency is to avoid them, yet they provide important information that can be used to inform and move toward the life you want to live.
As a relationship therapist, I am committed to the enhancement and the healing of distressed relationships. I see busy professionals who care about life and relationships and who are seeking greater and deeper emotional connection with those in their lives. It is my goal to help others improve their communication, resolve relationship conflict, and deepen personal intimacy. I see individuals, couples, and families. I am upbeat yet compassionate, patient yet encouraging, book smart and trained, as well as intuitive and experienced.
As a relationship therapist, I am committed to the enhancement and the healing of distressed relationships. I see busy professionals who care about life and relationships and who are seeking greater and deeper emotional connection with those in their lives. It is my goal to help others improve their communication, resolve relationship conflict, and deepen personal intimacy. I see individuals, couples, and families. I am upbeat yet compassionate, patient yet encouraging, book smart and trained, as well as intuitive and experienced.
I'm glad you are reaching out. Life can be challenging and stressful, and you don't have to navigate it alone. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you can speak openly and process your emotions without judgment. I take a strength-based approach to therapy and work alongside you to support your goals and build resilience. My aim is to provide a supportive environment focused on improving your mental health. I strongly believe that clients are the experts in their own lives, and I am here to facilitate self-discovery and empower you to overcome your challenges.
I'm glad you are reaching out. Life can be challenging and stressful, and you don't have to navigate it alone. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you can speak openly and process your emotions without judgment. I take a strength-based approach to therapy and work alongside you to support your goals and build resilience. My aim is to provide a supportive environment focused on improving your mental health. I strongly believe that clients are the experts in their own lives, and I am here to facilitate self-discovery and empower you to overcome your challenges.
I offer in-person, outdoor garden sessions (w/ indoor, phone & zoom when needed.) I collaborate with your highest functioning self to support your confused, critical, scared young parts. Your psyche is resilient and thrives on love and therapeutic attention. I laugh a lot with my clients. Though the work of healing can be challenging, my clients usually begin to feel better and keep coming. I work well with creative people and across the spectrums of straight to queer and mono to poly. I have specializations in Psychoanalytic psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Buddhism and Existential psychotherapy and a background in philosophy.
I offer in-person, outdoor garden sessions (w/ indoor, phone & zoom when needed.) I collaborate with your highest functioning self to support your confused, critical, scared young parts. Your psyche is resilient and thrives on love and therapeutic attention. I laugh a lot with my clients. Though the work of healing can be challenging, my clients usually begin to feel better and keep coming. I work well with creative people and across the spectrums of straight to queer and mono to poly. I have specializations in Psychoanalytic psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Buddhism and Existential psychotherapy and a background in philosophy.
Hi, I’m Emily Jarrell, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with adults and adolescents navigating PTSD, addiction, anxiety, depression, and challenges related to emotional regulation and identity. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
Hi, I’m Emily Jarrell, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with adults and adolescents navigating PTSD, addiction, anxiety, depression, and challenges related to emotional regulation and identity. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
Vivienne is especially passionate about helping individuals heal from trauma and grief. She understands the profound impact that these experiences can have across all stages of life, from adolescence to older adulthood. With a trauma-informed perspective, she provides a safe and supportive space for clients to process painful experiences, build healthy coping strategies, and reconnect with a sense of strength and purpose. Her work also extends to women’s issues, postpartum depression and anxiety, and life transitions, where she offers compassionate support during times of change and adjustment.
Vivienne is especially passionate about helping individuals heal from trauma and grief. She understands the profound impact that these experiences can have across all stages of life, from adolescence to older adulthood. With a trauma-informed perspective, she provides a safe and supportive space for clients to process painful experiences, build healthy coping strategies, and reconnect with a sense of strength and purpose. Her work also extends to women’s issues, postpartum depression and anxiety, and life transitions, where she offers compassionate support during times of change and adjustment.
The most frequently used approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Structural Family Therapy.
My name is Emma Johnson and I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 20 years of experience providing counseling for adolescents, children, adults, and families. I work closely with families to develop effective communication, conflict resolution, and parenting skills, fostering stronger, long-lasting relationships. My ultimate goal is to achieve resolutions that create lasting positive outcomes.
The most frequently used approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Structural Family Therapy.
My name is Emma Johnson and I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 20 years of experience providing counseling for adolescents, children, adults, and families. I work closely with families to develop effective communication, conflict resolution, and parenting skills, fostering stronger, long-lasting relationships. My ultimate goal is to achieve resolutions that create lasting positive outcomes.
One of the most common questions I hear from parents is, “How do I know if this is just part of being a teenager or if my teen actually needs therapy?”
The reality is that adolescence is a difficult period of growing independence and self actualization. Moodiness, withdrawal, and irritability can be part of normal development. But if you suspect that these feelings are impacting your child’s ability to function and/or find joy in life, then that curiosity alone is worth honoring.
One of the most common questions I hear from parents is, “How do I know if this is just part of being a teenager or if my teen actually needs therapy?”
The reality is that adolescence is a difficult period of growing independence and self actualization. Moodiness, withdrawal, and irritability can be part of normal development. But if you suspect that these feelings are impacting your child’s ability to function and/or find joy in life, then that curiosity alone is worth honoring.
Life can feel overwhelming when relationships are strained, grief feels heavy, or past experiences continue to affect the present. I believe therapy can be a place where people feel heard, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change and bring harmony into their lives.
Life can feel overwhelming when relationships are strained, grief feels heavy, or past experiences continue to affect the present. I believe therapy can be a place where people feel heard, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change and bring harmony into their lives.
Struggling with addiction and feel rehab isn’t an option? Leaving your family, job, school and responsibilities for an extended period of time is not always needed to get yourself healthy and on track. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I know the challenges of this lifestyle. Being caught in the cycle of addiction is hard--feelings of fear, failure, guilt, and shame. You may have tried stopping on your own, only to find yourself engaging in the same unhelpful behavior. Breaking this cycle alone is tough! Counseling may be more effective for you than rehab. I specialize in moderation & abstinence based approaches.
Struggling with addiction and feel rehab isn’t an option? Leaving your family, job, school and responsibilities for an extended period of time is not always needed to get yourself healthy and on track. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I know the challenges of this lifestyle. Being caught in the cycle of addiction is hard--feelings of fear, failure, guilt, and shame. You may have tried stopping on your own, only to find yourself engaging in the same unhelpful behavior. Breaking this cycle alone is tough! Counseling may be more effective for you than rehab. I specialize in moderation & abstinence based approaches.
No matter your age, life can be unpredictable and take you on difficult emotional journeys. For children and teens, expressing emotions verbally can be even harder due to their developmental level. Situations like divorce, moving, a death in the family, school problems, friend issues, etc., often lead to negative behavioral changes or withdrawal. This is often due to their inability to express themselves properly. My role as a therapist is to create a comfortable and safe place for my clients to process their emotions and explore their inner selves in a way that promotes healing.
No matter your age, life can be unpredictable and take you on difficult emotional journeys. For children and teens, expressing emotions verbally can be even harder due to their developmental level. Situations like divorce, moving, a death in the family, school problems, friend issues, etc., often lead to negative behavioral changes or withdrawal. This is often due to their inability to express themselves properly. My role as a therapist is to create a comfortable and safe place for my clients to process their emotions and explore their inner selves in a way that promotes healing.
I utilize different treatment modalities such as CBT, ACT, DBT, Trauma Informed Therapy based on the need of the client.
Seeking therapy does not mean you are broken. Asking for help is a courageous step. I'm an LMFT, with over a decade of clinical experience having worked with kids, teens, adults, & groups with various challenges and/or mental health issues. Currently, I only work with adults in Individual Therapy. Clients who are facing challenges, whether it's symptoms of ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Trauma, low self esteem, poor boundaries, relational/occupational issues, & etc. I promote healthy coping strategies & guide my clients towards self clarity & confidence, improve boundaries & communication, & find resolutions to issues.
I utilize different treatment modalities such as CBT, ACT, DBT, Trauma Informed Therapy based on the need of the client.
Seeking therapy does not mean you are broken. Asking for help is a courageous step. I'm an LMFT, with over a decade of clinical experience having worked with kids, teens, adults, & groups with various challenges and/or mental health issues. Currently, I only work with adults in Individual Therapy. Clients who are facing challenges, whether it's symptoms of ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Trauma, low self esteem, poor boundaries, relational/occupational issues, & etc. I promote healthy coping strategies & guide my clients towards self clarity & confidence, improve boundaries & communication, & find resolutions to issues.
I train and supervise associates, integrating DBT, ACT, and attachment-based care.
Do you experience anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or feel overwhelmed by life transitions? Do you struggle in relationships or find it difficult to manage intense emotions and reactions? I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate space where individuals and couples can explore their concerns and work through life’s difficulties. I am committed to helping you understand your emotions and develop the tools needed for healing and growth. Together, we can navigate your challenges and create a path toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
I train and supervise associates, integrating DBT, ACT, and attachment-based care.
Do you experience anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or feel overwhelmed by life transitions? Do you struggle in relationships or find it difficult to manage intense emotions and reactions? I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate space where individuals and couples can explore their concerns and work through life’s difficulties. I am committed to helping you understand your emotions and develop the tools needed for healing and growth. Together, we can navigate your challenges and create a path toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Welcome! I’m Dr. Sharon Tawiah, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland, passionate about helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with grace, strength, and hope. My practice is grounded in empathy, evidence-based care, and a deep respect for each client’s story.
Welcome! I’m Dr. Sharon Tawiah, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland, passionate about helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with grace, strength, and hope. My practice is grounded in empathy, evidence-based care, and a deep respect for each client’s story.
I am an Associate Therapist with a passion for helping people navigate challenging circumstances, and find healing and personal growth. I specialize in working with people dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and caregiver stress. With a background in community mental health, I have experience working with diverse populations and keep in mind individual concerns as well as backgrounds, relationships, lifestyles, cultures, strengths, and values.
I am an Associate Therapist with a passion for helping people navigate challenging circumstances, and find healing and personal growth. I specialize in working with people dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and caregiver stress. With a background in community mental health, I have experience working with diverse populations and keep in mind individual concerns as well as backgrounds, relationships, lifestyles, cultures, strengths, and values.
I have openings! We’ve all been at a point in life where our plans seem to have gone awry. And that can leave us feeling confused, unraveled, and possibly even unsure of where to go. Maybe you feel like a burden to the ones you love. Maybe you live with guilt, shame and fear. Anxiety, grief, and emotional pain are not always seen or acknowledged, but they are felt on the deepest level – and it can impact your overall well-being. In a culture that feels full of division and unpredictability, it’s important to feel safe and rooted. To find meaning in the struggles.
I have openings! We’ve all been at a point in life where our plans seem to have gone awry. And that can leave us feeling confused, unraveled, and possibly even unsure of where to go. Maybe you feel like a burden to the ones you love. Maybe you live with guilt, shame and fear. Anxiety, grief, and emotional pain are not always seen or acknowledged, but they are felt on the deepest level – and it can impact your overall well-being. In a culture that feels full of division and unpredictability, it’s important to feel safe and rooted. To find meaning in the struggles.
I deeply believe that people need to be met with compassion, understanding, and acceptance in order to expand their abilities to be their authentic selves and build the lives they dream of!
Are you unfairly blamed for your family's/chosen family's problems? Do you feel like the black sheep? Do you struggle with your mental health & relationships as a result? If so, I may be a great match for you! I support people that are scapegoated by both their families and society (queer, BIPOC, disabled, neurodivergent, unsheltered, low-income, fat/larger bodied, poly/kink/ENM, etc.) I welcome scapegoats ages 5-95 that are building liberated worlds in their relationships & communities (generational cycle-breakers, healers, radicals, abolitionists, anarchists, etc.) & also people that are just starting their decolonial journeys!
I deeply believe that people need to be met with compassion, understanding, and acceptance in order to expand their abilities to be their authentic selves and build the lives they dream of!
Are you unfairly blamed for your family's/chosen family's problems? Do you feel like the black sheep? Do you struggle with your mental health & relationships as a result? If so, I may be a great match for you! I support people that are scapegoated by both their families and society (queer, BIPOC, disabled, neurodivergent, unsheltered, low-income, fat/larger bodied, poly/kink/ENM, etc.) I welcome scapegoats ages 5-95 that are building liberated worlds in their relationships & communities (generational cycle-breakers, healers, radicals, abolitionists, anarchists, etc.) & also people that are just starting their decolonial journeys!
