Therapists in California

Emily Ehrens is an associate licensed therapist at Trauma Resolution Therapy Group. She has a specialization in mental health, dual diagnosis and addiction counseling working with adolescents, young adults and adults. Emily integrates best practices including modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma Informed Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused therapy and Brief psychotherapy. Emily’s goal is to reconnect individuals to their values and guide the way for self-acceptance and permission to lead a happy and fulfilling life.

My name is Roger Grossman I literally wrote to book on how to have a successful marriage: "Making Marriage Work: A User’s Guide To A Successful Marriage" by Roger Grossman, I Am Not The Smile and Nod Therapist. I roll up my sleeves and get in there with you. I have a great BS detector. I’ll call you on your stuff. We’ll laugh (a lot).

"To work and to love successfully" is Heinz Kohut's definition of mental health. With this goal in mind I work with a diverse group of clients helping each individual to define his/her priorities in life, and design realistic steps to achieve their desired goal. I work psychodynamically to help explore, work through intrusive troublesome memories, in order to resolve them, heal and move on. I work with cognitive behavioral techniques to assist with problem solving of here-and-now conflicts at work and/or in interpersonal behavioral relationships. For an appt. call my confidential # (310) 487-7640, please do not email.

Hi. First, I want to congratulate you for taking the initiative to start a new journey in your life. This chapter of your life, may be a difficult one. However, by you being here, you are demonstrating that you are ready for a change. Making the decision to get counseling support is not easy. I work with substance abuse and recovery, marriage and family, relationship issues, domestic violence recovery, trauma, abuse, recovery through movement, exercise, sports and activity and identity concerns. I offer a safe space for my clients to talk openly & honestly to me about whatever your concerns are.

I approach life with a curiosity and driven sense of purpose. I have worked in the field for the past 10 years from nonprofit organizations, outpatient substance abuse facilities, crisis on call agencies and the judicial system, I know life is never a straight line, and there are always twists and turns. I can help you navigate those twists and turns, much like a GPS system. Prior to my experience as a marriage and family therapist, I was a stand up comedian, I try to bring humor into the room whenever possible as I believe laughter especially during those hard jolts and twists in life, is the best medicine. I approach life with a c

Hi, my name is Alexandra, and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I graduated with my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Hope International University in 2019. Upon graduation I accepted a therapist position at an inpatient treatment center for substance use, where I had already been gaining experience hours while in my graduate program. For five years I worked with adult males struggling with substance use, providing both individual and group therapy. I decided to move into private practice in 2023 when the opportunity presented itself.

Hello, my name is Francisco Medrano, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I use a client center approach. Your relationships, goals and healing are important to me. My focus for over 20 years has been working with individual with Substance use Conditions and Anxiety. I also have over 15 years or working with individuals involved in the Justice system. I have calm tone with the focus of being emphatic, sharing hope and sometimes humor. I like to get real with one another as rapport is being built. I believe all people that the ability to set goals for them self, but I believe in refining this profess using SMART goals.

Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.

Hi! My name is Michelle Nelson, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based out of California. I obtained both my bachelors and masters degrees from San Jose State University and am a Bay Area native. I have over 10 years of behavioral health experience, including work with children, families and adults facing various mental health and substance use challenges.

“Be tough, just deal with it, don’t show weakness.” Has life become unmanageable to the point where depression, anxiety, addiction or all 3 have taken over? Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional. So often in our lives we experience pain and distress. So often we are unprepared to handle the circumstances we are presented with. Pain affects us all, but suffering doesn’t have to. During therapy you will gain the necessary tools to tolerate stress, build resilience, balance life, and reduce the impact of negative core beliefs.

Are you struggling to find meaning and satisfaction in your daily life, feeling stuck in a cycle of dissatisfaction? Or are you feeling overwhelmed by persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness? As a dedicated therapist, my primary focus is on nurturing an environment of trust, attachment, and safety, where you can feel empowered to explore your challenges and strengths with compassion and guidance. . I specialize in addressing a range of complex issues, including substance abuse, identity and values conflicts, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, ego work, and mood disorders. Goal oriented clients apply!

As I walked though many personal difficult experieces in my life, I learned what I wanted from a good therapist. I have dedicated the last 10 years to becoming such a therapist for people who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma and tragic loss or overwhelming stress.

I am a licensed clinical social worker that specializes in the treatment of trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, and addiction. I understand that when people experience trauma or life stressors, they might struggle and need extra support. It is my passion to help people process their thoughts and feelings so that they can come to a better understanding of themselves.

Whether you are looking to work on life transitions, reduce anxiety, improve your overall mood, learn how to set healthier boundaries in relationships, are currently facing addiction related issues, or wanting to process your trauma, I would be honored to help you through whatever chapter of your life you are currently on. I aim to meet people where they are at, while also challenging them to achieve their goals, build on their strengths, and gain insight into their current presenting problems through a warm, interactive, and supportive environment.

I graduated from the University of Luton in England and continued her education, earning her Master’s Degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from the University of Phoenix. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with a background in crisis intervention. I began my career as an MFT, working in an emergency shelter program for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking with substance abuse and severe mental health issues. I provided individual and group therapy in residential and outpatient transitional housing programs.

Hello, I received a Masters degree from the Boston University School of Social Work, postgraduate training in addiction, couples treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy and brief therapy at the Harvard Medical School/Cambridge Hospital; licensed since 1990. Areas of expertise include addiction disorders, dual-diagnosis and couples therapy. I work with adults and youth experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disturbances and trauma; and utilize evidence-based interventions including cognitive-behavioral, dialectical, motivational and trauma-focused care. My goal is to help people attain wellness efficiently, thoroughly and safely.

A main focus of my therapy is joining clients in what they are going through. Therapeutic workbooks are great, but there is a big difference between opening up to a workbook versus opening up to a human being. When we open up to another person we make ourselves vulnerable. That is when true growth begins. I set out to try and help people deal with the core issues, as well as enhance their core strengths. When there is recovery in the core, the symptoms can be dealt with. Our problematic situations and behaviors are but a symptom. Website: jeremyharveymft.com

Hi, I’m Janice Valdez and I am a Licensed Marriage Family therapist. My career began providing services to individuals who suffer from addiction. For the last three years I have provided individual therapy to clients of all ages with an array of different issues including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, abuse, and more.

I specialize in trauma, addiction, anxiety, and anger management. I also treat depression, ADHD, stress, and many other concerns. Taking a multi-faceted approach, I use humor, candor, compassion, and connection to shift perspectives and ease anxieties, allowing you to make healthier decisions, gain more control over the direction of your life, and feel more empowered. I've spent the past decade helping people navigate the pitfalls and challenges of sobriety, along with mental health struggles, and I would love to help you make progress on your journey.