Therapists in California
Amanda Sisco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 (Online Only)
When it comes to dealing with pain or struggle in your life, you are not alone. Whether you are suffering from anxiety, depression, family issues, anger or the lingering impacts of trauma, it’s never too late to make a significant change to your mental wellbeing. I provide therapy for people of all ages to help them cope with life stress, break free from negative patterns of thinking and acting, and become the best possible versions of themselves. Utilizing various therapeutic techniques—CBT, Mindfulness, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and others—I will work with you to better understand your issues and help you reach your goal.
When it comes to dealing with pain or struggle in your life, you are not alone. Whether you are suffering from anxiety, depression, family issues, anger or the lingering impacts of trauma, it’s never too late to make a significant change to your mental wellbeing. I provide therapy for people of all ages to help them cope with life stress, break free from negative patterns of thinking and acting, and become the best possible versions of themselves. Utilizing various therapeutic techniques—CBT, Mindfulness, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and others—I will work with you to better understand your issues and help you reach your goal.
Marie Stoenescu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94539
The types of clients I work with range from those struggling with depression, anxiety disorders, addiction, and post-traumatic stress.
My name is Marie Stoenescu, and I am an LCSW, with several years of experience in mental health therapy. My clinical experience and focus of practice include working with those struggling with co-occurring disorders, as well as those experiencing depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. Overall, my approach to therapy is to facilitate a client-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed therapeutic environment. Upon request, I can provide Christian counseling as well.
The types of clients I work with range from those struggling with depression, anxiety disorders, addiction, and post-traumatic stress.
My name is Marie Stoenescu, and I am an LCSW, with several years of experience in mental health therapy. My clinical experience and focus of practice include working with those struggling with co-occurring disorders, as well as those experiencing depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. Overall, my approach to therapy is to facilitate a client-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed therapeutic environment. Upon request, I can provide Christian counseling as well.
Leslie I Nieves
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Mateo, CA 94402
I'm passionate about partnering with clients in their healing journey. I work collaboratively with my clients on embracing a new life narrative. I have experience working with couples, families that are in crisis, parenting difficulties, at-risk teens, survivors of domestic violence, individuals experiencing life transitions, as well as clients experiencing depression, anxiety, fears, anger management difficulties, and crisis. I believe you can write a new life narrative as you heal from trauma. Lastly, as you embark on this journey, I believe you can emerge whole, enlightened, and empowered on the other side.
I'm passionate about partnering with clients in their healing journey. I work collaboratively with my clients on embracing a new life narrative. I have experience working with couples, families that are in crisis, parenting difficulties, at-risk teens, survivors of domestic violence, individuals experiencing life transitions, as well as clients experiencing depression, anxiety, fears, anger management difficulties, and crisis. I believe you can write a new life narrative as you heal from trauma. Lastly, as you embark on this journey, I believe you can emerge whole, enlightened, and empowered on the other side.
Josie Koger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lake Forest, CA 92630
In addition to anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties, I work with grief, loss, phase of life, and trauma-related issues.
Hi there, my name is Josephine Koger and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Ventura, California, and working statewide via telehealth. I work with adults, adolescents, and couples from diverse socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds with a variety of presenting problems, ranging from anxiety, depression, grief and loss, psychological trauma, relationship difficulties, and phase of life issues. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness.
In addition to anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties, I work with grief, loss, phase of life, and trauma-related issues.
Hi there, my name is Josephine Koger and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Ventura, California, and working statewide via telehealth. I work with adults, adolescents, and couples from diverse socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds with a variety of presenting problems, ranging from anxiety, depression, grief and loss, psychological trauma, relationship difficulties, and phase of life issues. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness.
Ava Shokoufi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91362
Do you suffer from depression, anxiety, trauma, loneliness, or relationship problems that make you feel stuck? Do you feel alone in your relationships and struggle with communication, emotional connection, trust, and lack of physical intimacy? Do you want to break negative patterns in your relationships? Are you looking to rediscover love or are experiencing difficulties adjusting to separation, divorce, chronic illness, or transitions in your life? In a safe place, with warmth, empathy, and openness, I can help you take control of your life to make meaningful changes. I will support you to feel empowered and whole again.
Do you suffer from depression, anxiety, trauma, loneliness, or relationship problems that make you feel stuck? Do you feel alone in your relationships and struggle with communication, emotional connection, trust, and lack of physical intimacy? Do you want to break negative patterns in your relationships? Are you looking to rediscover love or are experiencing difficulties adjusting to separation, divorce, chronic illness, or transitions in your life? In a safe place, with warmth, empathy, and openness, I can help you take control of your life to make meaningful changes. I will support you to feel empowered and whole again.
Terry Eagan - Anew Era TMS & Psychiatry
CA
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90802
If you are suffering from medication resistant depression, anxiety, OCD, or PTSD, a combination of talk therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) may be the answer for you. For many people, antidepressants do not fully relieve the symptoms or cause too many side effects, and it can become very difficult going through multiple medications that do not seem to work. After failed medication attempts, you are eligible to be treated with TMS and therapy together. Call our Specialists to learn more about your options.
If you are suffering from medication resistant depression, anxiety, OCD, or PTSD, a combination of talk therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) may be the answer for you. For many people, antidepressants do not fully relieve the symptoms or cause too many side effects, and it can become very difficult going through multiple medications that do not seem to work. After failed medication attempts, you are eligible to be treated with TMS and therapy together. Call our Specialists to learn more about your options.
Jennifer Kashou
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91362 (Online Only)
As a therapist, I empathize with the barriers and challenges that can impede your ability to function effectively in your life. I specialize in treating individuals with anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as I specialize in working with teens and pre-teens. My goal with therapy is to provide a safe and warm space where we can explore and create change together. Whether you seek individual growth or wish to improve relationships, I assist individuals of diverse ages dealing with a spectrum of issues, all striving to create transformation in their lives.
As a therapist, I empathize with the barriers and challenges that can impede your ability to function effectively in your life. I specialize in treating individuals with anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as I specialize in working with teens and pre-teens. My goal with therapy is to provide a safe and warm space where we can explore and create change together. Whether you seek individual growth or wish to improve relationships, I assist individuals of diverse ages dealing with a spectrum of issues, all striving to create transformation in their lives.
Adrianna Asavamedhi
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Folsom, CA 95630
I have extensive experience doing trauma work, anxiety, depression, anger, emotional dysregulation, and play therapy.
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 12 years of experience. I understand that each person seeks therapy for their own unique challenges; therefore, therapy should not be a one-size-fits-all approach. My therapy orientation is an eclectic one. I am well-versed in Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, Attachment Theories, and Art Therapy. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Play Therapy. I am certified in EMDR.
I have extensive experience doing trauma work, anxiety, depression, anger, emotional dysregulation, and play therapy.
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 12 years of experience. I understand that each person seeks therapy for their own unique challenges; therefore, therapy should not be a one-size-fits-all approach. My therapy orientation is an eclectic one. I am well-versed in Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, Attachment Theories, and Art Therapy. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Play Therapy. I am certified in EMDR.
Love Thyself Social Services Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
LT provides assistance in Mental Health, Domestic Violence, Drug & Alcohol, Homelessness, HIV, Sex Trafficking, Grief & Loss, Divorce, Depression, PTSD, Biblical Counseling, Trauma, Ex-Offenders, Anger Management and Veterans.
For over 15 years, Love Thyself Social Services Inc. has served the minority community through community outreach by providing the necessity of support to those who are neglected, underserved, and in need of psychosocial healing. By working to eliminate psychosocial barriers and support healing, we eagerly strive toward timely intervention for both the individual and family. We help individuals and families of all ethnicities and background to achieve mental stability and awareness of self. Now serving Teens, Couples, Individuals, Families.
LT provides assistance in Mental Health, Domestic Violence, Drug & Alcohol, Homelessness, HIV, Sex Trafficking, Grief & Loss, Divorce, Depression, PTSD, Biblical Counseling, Trauma, Ex-Offenders, Anger Management and Veterans.
For over 15 years, Love Thyself Social Services Inc. has served the minority community through community outreach by providing the necessity of support to those who are neglected, underserved, and in need of psychosocial healing. By working to eliminate psychosocial barriers and support healing, we eagerly strive toward timely intervention for both the individual and family. We help individuals and families of all ethnicities and background to achieve mental stability and awareness of self. Now serving Teens, Couples, Individuals, Families.
Sierra Rose Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
I work with clients presenting with a number of needs including depression, anxiety, personality or behavioral struggles, trauma, grief and other stressors.
I specialize in working with people who have a desire to improve their daily functioning and quality of life. I want to work with clients to determine what will work best for them and their unique circumstances. I offer therapy for children, adolescents, adults and elders alike.
I work with clients presenting with a number of needs including depression, anxiety, personality or behavioral struggles, trauma, grief and other stressors.
I specialize in working with people who have a desire to improve their daily functioning and quality of life. I want to work with clients to determine what will work best for them and their unique circumstances. I offer therapy for children, adolescents, adults and elders alike.
Carolyn R Edwards
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Bernardino, CA 92404
I am confident in the ability to assist in the areas of addiction, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, postpartum adjustment, combat trauma, relational issues in marriage/partnership, phase of life concerns and trauma.
"We as human beings never transcend the need for human connection" Irvin D. Yalom..... Welcome, and Hello.. If current life circumstances have brought on more than you currently can manage on your own. You don't have to try to figure it all out alone. I have worked in the profession of mental health for over 20 years, in different capacities. I am currently licensed with the State of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist. Having a readiness, willingness, and ability to confront our issues can be scary, and hard. Having a roadmap and support allows us the confidence to face anything life throws our way.
I am confident in the ability to assist in the areas of addiction, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, postpartum adjustment, combat trauma, relational issues in marriage/partnership, phase of life concerns and trauma.
"We as human beings never transcend the need for human connection" Irvin D. Yalom..... Welcome, and Hello.. If current life circumstances have brought on more than you currently can manage on your own. You don't have to try to figure it all out alone. I have worked in the profession of mental health for over 20 years, in different capacities. I am currently licensed with the State of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist. Having a readiness, willingness, and ability to confront our issues can be scary, and hard. Having a roadmap and support allows us the confidence to face anything life throws our way.
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Michelle Gutierrez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South El Monte, CA 91733
My professional experiences include adults who may suffer from Trauma, Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Co-occurring Disorder, Substance Abuse, and the everyday life struggles.
Hi there! My name is Michelle Gutierrez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. As humans, we all go through obstacles and life-changing events. My goal is to provide a safe place where you feel supported without the fear of judgment. I provide psychotherapy with a client/centered approach, meaning that my work is a collaborative process where client's expressed goals are a guide for their treatment. I utilize a few approaches including psychodynamic, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as Motivational Interviewing.
My professional experiences include adults who may suffer from Trauma, Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Co-occurring Disorder, Substance Abuse, and the everyday life struggles.
Hi there! My name is Michelle Gutierrez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. As humans, we all go through obstacles and life-changing events. My goal is to provide a safe place where you feel supported without the fear of judgment. I provide psychotherapy with a client/centered approach, meaning that my work is a collaborative process where client's expressed goals are a guide for their treatment. I utilize a few approaches including psychodynamic, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as Motivational Interviewing.
Cassie Campbell
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
My areas of expertise and comfort lie in treating conditions such as trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Hi, my name is Cassie M. Campbell, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor/Marriage and Family Therapist. As a licensed clinical therapist, I bring a wealth of expertise and experience to therapy. My approach to therapy is rooted in a client-centered, evidence-based, and compassionate framework. I believe in the transformative power of therapy to help individuals overcome life's challenges and improve their mental and emotional well-being. I typically work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, couples, and families.
My areas of expertise and comfort lie in treating conditions such as trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Hi, my name is Cassie M. Campbell, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor/Marriage and Family Therapist. As a licensed clinical therapist, I bring a wealth of expertise and experience to therapy. My approach to therapy is rooted in a client-centered, evidence-based, and compassionate framework. I believe in the transformative power of therapy to help individuals overcome life's challenges and improve their mental and emotional well-being. I typically work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, couples, and families.
Olesya Anatolevna Leskel
Counselor, LPC, MHSP, LPCC, MEd
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94115
In 12 years of being a therapist I helped people just like you to find relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, develop healthy ways of looking at yourself and connecting to others.
Do you feel alone with what you are going through ? Do you feel stuck in a situation and don't see way out? Please know, you don't have to suffer alone! The help is just a phone call way! As your therapist, I will help you feel safe, accepted, and cared for. My care and understanding is genuine, as for someone who struggled myself the strugglers of others are easy to understand. I am direct but compassionate, working hard to uncover the root of the problem rather than putting a bandage on it.
In 12 years of being a therapist I helped people just like you to find relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, develop healthy ways of looking at yourself and connecting to others.
Do you feel alone with what you are going through ? Do you feel stuck in a situation and don't see way out? Please know, you don't have to suffer alone! The help is just a phone call way! As your therapist, I will help you feel safe, accepted, and cared for. My care and understanding is genuine, as for someone who struggled myself the strugglers of others are easy to understand. I am direct but compassionate, working hard to uncover the root of the problem rather than putting a bandage on it.
Patrick Griffiths
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90018
My name is Patrick Griffiths. I am currently licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). I provide telehealth services to anyone living in California. My approach to therapy is that I am your guide on this journey. My focused area of practice is providing services to individuals, couples, and families. I have 18 years of experience as a therapist, working with a variety of clients. The clients I typically see struggle with symptoms of depression, anxiety, low self-worth, difficulty controlling impulses, lack of purpose and meaning, and job and/or family stress.
My name is Patrick Griffiths. I am currently licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). I provide telehealth services to anyone living in California. My approach to therapy is that I am your guide on this journey. My focused area of practice is providing services to individuals, couples, and families. I have 18 years of experience as a therapist, working with a variety of clients. The clients I typically see struggle with symptoms of depression, anxiety, low self-worth, difficulty controlling impulses, lack of purpose and meaning, and job and/or family stress.
Lauren Lorge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Highland, CA 92346
Hi! My name is Lauren Lorge, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I use a client-centered, non-judgmental, genuine approach that focuses on addressing the issues that get in the way of clients living the life they want to live. I have worked with a range of ages including older teens, young adults, middle aged and up to 65 years old. Anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma have been typical things clients have come to therapy for. I use a client-centered approach and like to focus on the goals the client has come in to work on.
Hi! My name is Lauren Lorge, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I use a client-centered, non-judgmental, genuine approach that focuses on addressing the issues that get in the way of clients living the life they want to live. I have worked with a range of ages including older teens, young adults, middle aged and up to 65 years old. Anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma have been typical things clients have come to therapy for. I use a client-centered approach and like to focus on the goals the client has come in to work on.
Shevan Breaux
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Folsom, CA 95630
Through experience, I have found that my approach is a good fit for adolescents and adults working through anxiety, stress, and depression.
My Name is Shevan Breaux, I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Riverside, California. Through the telehealth process, I am working with clients statewide. I work with adolescents and adults specializing in anxiety, depression, and stress management using a variety of methods including Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Through experience, I have found that my approach is a good fit for adolescents and adults working through anxiety, stress, and depression.
My Name is Shevan Breaux, I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Riverside, California. Through the telehealth process, I am working with clients statewide. I work with adolescents and adults specializing in anxiety, depression, and stress management using a variety of methods including Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Elham Sharifpour
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Campbell, CA 95008
I am passionate and honored to support and treat diverse populations of all ages who experience mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, stress, adjustment to life changes, and healing from trauma. I work with couples, parents and families to improve relationship, communication, parenting skills, and healthy relationship dynamics. I am bilingual and speak Farsi.
I am passionate and honored to support and treat diverse populations of all ages who experience mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, stress, adjustment to life changes, and healing from trauma. I work with couples, parents and families to improve relationship, communication, parenting skills, and healthy relationship dynamics. I am bilingual and speak Farsi.
Rebecca Olsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94610
I specialize in working with those who experience depression and anxiety and have emotions and thoughts that are not serving them in creating the future they want.
All people deserve to experience safety within their minds and bodies however due to overwhelming and difficult experiences this does not always feel achievable. I seek to create a caring, non-judgmental, and trustworthy relationship with you where we can process your past and present experiences and develop skills that will enhance a sense of calm within your thoughts and body.
I specialize in working with those who experience depression and anxiety and have emotions and thoughts that are not serving them in creating the future they want.
All people deserve to experience safety within their minds and bodies however due to overwhelming and difficult experiences this does not always feel achievable. I seek to create a caring, non-judgmental, and trustworthy relationship with you where we can process your past and present experiences and develop skills that will enhance a sense of calm within your thoughts and body.
Alison Pratt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Yuba City, CA 95991
Do you wake thinking about your problems? Do fear & anxiety keep you from the life you want? I get it. I understand how life can feel dark & heavy sometimes. You don't have to live lost in anxiety, depression, emptiness, loneliness or fear. You don’t have to stay “stuck” in grief or trauma. My solution-focused approach to healing will give you the tools you need to renew your hope, confidence & joy. Whether struggling with a relationship, with emotional issues, trauma or depression- you can live a full & happy life. I believe you are unique & strong. I'm eager to work for your success, to empower you toward better, faster solutions.
Do you wake thinking about your problems? Do fear & anxiety keep you from the life you want? I get it. I understand how life can feel dark & heavy sometimes. You don't have to live lost in anxiety, depression, emptiness, loneliness or fear. You don’t have to stay “stuck” in grief or trauma. My solution-focused approach to healing will give you the tools you need to renew your hope, confidence & joy. Whether struggling with a relationship, with emotional issues, trauma or depression- you can live a full & happy life. I believe you are unique & strong. I'm eager to work for your success, to empower you toward better, faster solutions.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.