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Melanie Whelchel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95926
Welcome! If you're here, then you have decided to take one of the first steps toward improving things for yourself or someone you know. I provide a safe and comfortable space to work through your individualized needs with you. I provide therapy for children, teens, and adults. I also provide parent consultation sessions if you are unsure about therapy for yourself or your child, but still would like some individualized and creative techniques to try.
Welcome! If you're here, then you have decided to take one of the first steps toward improving things for yourself or someone you know. I provide a safe and comfortable space to work through your individualized needs with you. I provide therapy for children, teens, and adults. I also provide parent consultation sessions if you are unsure about therapy for yourself or your child, but still would like some individualized and creative techniques to try.
(530) 627-5344 View (530) 627-5344
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Moorea Blythe
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926
Waitlist for new clients
Using an integrated lens with an emphasis on play, psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and attachment-based theories, I work with children, families, and perinatal caregivers in my private practice and tailor my approach based upon individual needs and goals.
With warmth, openness, compassion, and collaboration, I work to create a safe and supportive space to help individuals and families to overcome challenges, work through trauma, loss, and adversity, and manage difficult emotions, while uplifting their strengths and resilience. My areas of expertise include infant, early childhood, and perinatal mental health, complex trauma, issues related to parenting, disruptions in early attachment, and developmental/behavioral concerns.
Using an integrated lens with an emphasis on play, psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and attachment-based theories, I work with children, families, and perinatal caregivers in my private practice and tailor my approach based upon individual needs and goals.
With warmth, openness, compassion, and collaboration, I work to create a safe and supportive space to help individuals and families to overcome challenges, work through trauma, loss, and adversity, and manage difficult emotions, while uplifting their strengths and resilience. My areas of expertise include infant, early childhood, and perinatal mental health, complex trauma, issues related to parenting, disruptions in early attachment, and developmental/behavioral concerns.
(530) 618-5894 View (530) 618-5894
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Kathleen (Kathy) Dahlstrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926
Is your teen or pre-teen struggling and you know they need help, but you are not sure where to start? Would you like them to talk to someone who specializes in adolescents? I can help your child and your family get through the rough patches. I help with a wide variety of teen and pre-teen issues including depression, anxiety, school attendance, substance abuse and family conflict. I also have expertise and experience working with transgender and gender non-conforming youth, and helping parents and families through the transition experience from a gender positive approach. If you are a parent and you are here looking for help, I know already that you are your child’s advocate. You are in your child’s corner. That support is a powerful force in their life, and so important for resilience, but when your child is struggling it can be so scary and so hard to know what to do. With grown kids of my own, I’ve been there as a parent through the rocky times too. I can help. Give me a call.
Is your teen or pre-teen struggling and you know they need help, but you are not sure where to start? Would you like them to talk to someone who specializes in adolescents? I can help your child and your family get through the rough patches. I help with a wide variety of teen and pre-teen issues including depression, anxiety, school attendance, substance abuse and family conflict. I also have expertise and experience working with transgender and gender non-conforming youth, and helping parents and families through the transition experience from a gender positive approach. If you are a parent and you are here looking for help, I know already that you are your child’s advocate. You are in your child’s corner. That support is a powerful force in their life, and so important for resilience, but when your child is struggling it can be so scary and so hard to know what to do. With grown kids of my own, I’ve been there as a parent through the rocky times too. I can help. Give me a call.
(530) 364-5663 View (530) 364-5663
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Nicole` Cox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95973
I work with young children, adolescents, teens, and women.
Have you experienced trauma in your life that is directly affecting your life satisfaction? Are you dealing with a situational life adjustment that is causing you distress? Are anxiety and depression prominent in your life? I would love to provide you with a safe place to process in the way that best fits your needs. I am here to hold space for you and sit alongside you while you achieve your life goals for personal growth and recovery.
I work with young children, adolescents, teens, and women.
Have you experienced trauma in your life that is directly affecting your life satisfaction? Are you dealing with a situational life adjustment that is causing you distress? Are anxiety and depression prominent in your life? I would love to provide you with a safe place to process in the way that best fits your needs. I am here to hold space for you and sit alongside you while you achieve your life goals for personal growth and recovery.
(530) 460-4932 View (530) 460-4932
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Lee Emmett McHatton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926
I started my practice in 1994 with a desire to help people through their difficult situations. As a father my heart goes out to children. I strive to meet people where they are and help them become the best they can be. The majority of my practice is made up of children and teens but I also work with a number of adults and couples. It is important to note not everyone is ready to face their struggles or change their situation. While I would like to help everyone the person must be ready and motivated for therapy to be effective.
I started my practice in 1994 with a desire to help people through their difficult situations. As a father my heart goes out to children. I strive to meet people where they are and help them become the best they can be. The majority of my practice is made up of children and teens but I also work with a number of adults and couples. It is important to note not everyone is ready to face their struggles or change their situation. While I would like to help everyone the person must be ready and motivated for therapy to be effective.
(530) 421-8199 View (530) 421-8199
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Audrianna Caro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95926
Waitlist for new clients
I work with children who have experienced trauma, including young children (non-verbal to 6 years old).
As a therapist, my goal is to help people find healthy and successful ways to heal from the past and grow into the best version of themselves. I believe that we are all seeking to live purpose filled lives and want healthy relationships with those we love. Though this can be challenging, my passion is walking with people to a point of fulfillment and ultimately, to a point where my clients no longer need me. Through consistent work in therapy, using a variety of individualized techniques and therapeutic modalities, it is my hope that my clients truly feel supported and empowered.
I work with children who have experienced trauma, including young children (non-verbal to 6 years old).
As a therapist, my goal is to help people find healthy and successful ways to heal from the past and grow into the best version of themselves. I believe that we are all seeking to live purpose filled lives and want healthy relationships with those we love. Though this can be challenging, my passion is walking with people to a point of fulfillment and ultimately, to a point where my clients no longer need me. Through consistent work in therapy, using a variety of individualized techniques and therapeutic modalities, it is my hope that my clients truly feel supported and empowered.
(530) 208-1011 View (530) 208-1011
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Montriel V Jamari
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to counseling/therapy as an option includes individual, couples, family and children.
Are you looking for help with your relationship or personal improvement? Let's work together! I am committed to offering a safe, caring, and confidential space to take an in-depth look at what is and is not working for you in life, be it with a partner or regarding your own personal growth. We'll explore feelings, beliefs, behaviors, and discuss past experiences to problem-solve current situations. - To join the waiting list for therapy sessions visit Montrieljamari.com and sign up.
My approach to counseling/therapy as an option includes individual, couples, family and children.
Are you looking for help with your relationship or personal improvement? Let's work together! I am committed to offering a safe, caring, and confidential space to take an in-depth look at what is and is not working for you in life, be it with a partner or regarding your own personal growth. We'll explore feelings, beliefs, behaviors, and discuss past experiences to problem-solve current situations. - To join the waiting list for therapy sessions visit Montrieljamari.com and sign up.
(530) 317-4495 View (530) 317-4495
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Lena Lange-Kram
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95928
You’re Asking Yourself When Things Changed, & What Caused It. If you look in a mirror & feel like you don’t recognize the person looking back at you… Maybe you vaguely remember the last time you were happy, & everything was going right, but you don’t know how to get back there– You're not alone. We have all been there at one point or another in our lives. But, I believe that You Have The Power To Be The Person You Want To Become. In every session you’ll experience a safe space where you, or your child, can unpack life’s troubles, in the journey of finding freedom, healing, and wholeness. Together, we can get your life back on track.
You’re Asking Yourself When Things Changed, & What Caused It. If you look in a mirror & feel like you don’t recognize the person looking back at you… Maybe you vaguely remember the last time you were happy, & everything was going right, but you don’t know how to get back there– You're not alone. We have all been there at one point or another in our lives. But, I believe that You Have The Power To Be The Person You Want To Become. In every session you’ll experience a safe space where you, or your child, can unpack life’s troubles, in the journey of finding freedom, healing, and wholeness. Together, we can get your life back on track.
(530) 430-3346 View (530) 430-3346
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An Bulkens
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95928
Committed to the highest professional standards I work with people of all ages: children (2 and up), teens and adults. Maybe you are a parent worried about your child or teen: Puzzled by their behavior and at a loss of how to help them. They might have received a diagnosis of ASD, ADHD (or other) and you might wonder how to move forward with this? Or maybe you have reached a moment of perplexity or crisis in your life, feeling stuck and have an urgency to speak. I offer one of a kind psychotherapy with interventions that are tailored to, and respect the singularity of each person and / or family.
Committed to the highest professional standards I work with people of all ages: children (2 and up), teens and adults. Maybe you are a parent worried about your child or teen: Puzzled by their behavior and at a loss of how to help them. They might have received a diagnosis of ASD, ADHD (or other) and you might wonder how to move forward with this? Or maybe you have reached a moment of perplexity or crisis in your life, feeling stuck and have an urgency to speak. I offer one of a kind psychotherapy with interventions that are tailored to, and respect the singularity of each person and / or family.
(530) 448-8963 View (530) 448-8963
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Shelley Bullen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926
Over the last 20 years I have worked within Chico schools, Behavioral Health agencies, and Family Court as a Court Mediator. I enjoy working with adults, children and teens. My areas of specialty are Anxiety, Depression, Post-traumatic stress (EMDR), parenting issues, parental alienation, adolescent behavior issues, anger issues and Child play therapy. I have been effective in working with clients to identify their or parent's goals to overcome their personal barriers. I enjoy engaging clients to help them achieve their full potential, end their emotional distress, and communicate better.
Over the last 20 years I have worked within Chico schools, Behavioral Health agencies, and Family Court as a Court Mediator. I enjoy working with adults, children and teens. My areas of specialty are Anxiety, Depression, Post-traumatic stress (EMDR), parenting issues, parental alienation, adolescent behavior issues, anger issues and Child play therapy. I have been effective in working with clients to identify their or parent's goals to overcome their personal barriers. I enjoy engaging clients to help them achieve their full potential, end their emotional distress, and communicate better.
(530) 404-5568 View (530) 404-5568
North Valley Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, Private, Therapy, Group
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926
We work with adults, couples, and children who are experiencing anxiety/depression, anger, resentment, relationship issues, effects of trauma, self-esteem issues, etc.
Do you feel anxious or worried? Are you experiencing guilt or depression? Do you feel stuck or down? Confused or hopeless? In recent years, traumatic events have affected the way people in the north valley tend to cope with life. Significant life events have a way of bringing back past worries and triggers and people can find that life turns upside down. If you are experiencing a shift or are dealing with a familiar pattern, you are not alone. North Valley Counseling is an established and experienced group of Therapists. We work with adults, couples, and children who are experiencing anxiety/depression, stress, & relationship issues
We work with adults, couples, and children who are experiencing anxiety/depression, anger, resentment, relationship issues, effects of trauma, self-esteem issues, etc.
Do you feel anxious or worried? Are you experiencing guilt or depression? Do you feel stuck or down? Confused or hopeless? In recent years, traumatic events have affected the way people in the north valley tend to cope with life. Significant life events have a way of bringing back past worries and triggers and people can find that life turns upside down. If you are experiencing a shift or are dealing with a familiar pattern, you are not alone. North Valley Counseling is an established and experienced group of Therapists. We work with adults, couples, and children who are experiencing anxiety/depression, stress, & relationship issues
(530) 715-2313 View (530) 715-2313
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Tiffany Runge
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95926
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! My name is Tiffany! As a clinician I believe that humans have the innate ability to heal within themselves given the proper tools and environment. I work with children, teens, adults and family systems to help clients heal. Whether it's working through trauma, anxiety, depression, or so many things in between.
Hi! My name is Tiffany! As a clinician I believe that humans have the innate ability to heal within themselves given the proper tools and environment. I work with children, teens, adults and family systems to help clients heal. Whether it's working through trauma, anxiety, depression, or so many things in between.
(530) 319-5740 View (530) 319-5740
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Heather Marie Boggs
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95973
"It takes a village to raise a child". I have over 15 year experience working with children, teens, and families to enhance relationships, decrease behavior problems, and improve communication within family systems. I believe that all individuals and families have the capacity for change and growth, but sometimes need a little support. My passion is to help parents and children strengthen relationships and decrease negative behaviors.
"It takes a village to raise a child". I have over 15 year experience working with children, teens, and families to enhance relationships, decrease behavior problems, and improve communication within family systems. I believe that all individuals and families have the capacity for change and growth, but sometimes need a little support. My passion is to help parents and children strengthen relationships and decrease negative behaviors.
(530) 554-1149 View (530) 554-1149
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Laurie Taylor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95973
Waitlist for new clients
Although my specialty is working with children, I also enjoy working with individuals, couples, and teens.
You are a courageous person! If you have come this far in your search for support, this is what I have found to be true: you have tried every strategy you know to find relief from whatever is troubling you. It is painful to keep watching the people you love struggle. You would do anything to make things better, but you feel stuck. You are not alone. NOW is the time to talk with someone who can offer you new strategies to help you through a difficult phase. TODAY is the day that someone joins you on your journey and holds hope.
Although my specialty is working with children, I also enjoy working with individuals, couples, and teens.
You are a courageous person! If you have come this far in your search for support, this is what I have found to be true: you have tried every strategy you know to find relief from whatever is troubling you. It is painful to keep watching the people you love struggle. You would do anything to make things better, but you feel stuck. You are not alone. NOW is the time to talk with someone who can offer you new strategies to help you through a difficult phase. TODAY is the day that someone joins you on your journey and holds hope.
(530) 451-0883 View (530) 451-0883
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William 'Chris' Park
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95973
The teen years are important years in the development of your child and how they navigate these early life stressors sets a foundation for the rest of their lives.
I believe every individual is an unfolding story. Each decision we make, both big and small, effects our storyline; As an eclectic therapist, I use many approaches because I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all therapy. Each person has learned beliefs they bring into new relationships. Helping to uncover how those beliefs effect their lives is often key to the source of their problems and being able to decide what works for them.
The teen years are important years in the development of your child and how they navigate these early life stressors sets a foundation for the rest of their lives.
I believe every individual is an unfolding story. Each decision we make, both big and small, effects our storyline; As an eclectic therapist, I use many approaches because I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all therapy. Each person has learned beliefs they bring into new relationships. Helping to uncover how those beliefs effect their lives is often key to the source of their problems and being able to decide what works for them.
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Wendy McCray
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95928
I specialize in evaluations for children, adolescents and adults which can address a variety of issues such as: diagnosis of emotional issues, cognitive functioning, learning disabilities, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism, and personality styles.
I specialize in evaluations for children, adolescents and adults which can address a variety of issues such as: diagnosis of emotional issues, cognitive functioning, learning disabilities, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism, and personality styles.
(530) 419-6056 View (530) 419-6056
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Rachel Chavez, LCSW, PPS & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95926  (Online Only)
I’ve worked with children, teens, families and adults in office, school, home and online settings for the past 10 years.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Social Work with a small team of amazing Associate Clinical Social Workers. Our specialties include working with children, teens and families, helping people of all ages heal from trauma and deal with stress and providing services including psychological evaluations for immigration cases. We also love working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, people who have migrated and their families and folks who have overcome multiple layers of hardship.
I’ve worked with children, teens, families and adults in office, school, home and online settings for the past 10 years.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Social Work with a small team of amazing Associate Clinical Social Workers. Our specialties include working with children, teens and families, helping people of all ages heal from trauma and deal with stress and providing services including psychological evaluations for immigration cases. We also love working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, people who have migrated and their families and folks who have overcome multiple layers of hardship.
(530) 643-4652 View (530) 643-4652
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Lily Springsteen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95929
I’m a child psychotherapist that works with parents, children, and adolescents. You might be here because you have questions about your child’s behavior, wish for a more satisfying parent-child relationship, or are overwhelmed from the stresses of parenthood. Perhaps painful memories from your own childhood are impacting your parenting and family. Becoming a parent is one of the most profound transitions in the adult life, and it naturally brings up shifts in our external and internal lives. It’s my honor to support individuals, couples, families, and children through this period and beyond.
I’m a child psychotherapist that works with parents, children, and adolescents. You might be here because you have questions about your child’s behavior, wish for a more satisfying parent-child relationship, or are overwhelmed from the stresses of parenthood. Perhaps painful memories from your own childhood are impacting your parenting and family. Becoming a parent is one of the most profound transitions in the adult life, and it naturally brings up shifts in our external and internal lives. It’s my honor to support individuals, couples, families, and children through this period and beyond.
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Tami (Tamara) Keeney
Marriage & Family Therapist, 42582
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95928
Are you struggling with daily life or an intimate relationship? Has something happened that has turned you upside down? Tami Keeney has the experience and compassion to help you feel better and get back on track. Tami Keeney is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with children, teens, adults and couples. She has worked in private practice, local non profit agencies and public school settings.
Are you struggling with daily life or an intimate relationship? Has something happened that has turned you upside down? Tami Keeney has the experience and compassion to help you feel better and get back on track. Tami Keeney is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with children, teens, adults and couples. She has worked in private practice, local non profit agencies and public school settings.
(530) 464-6072 View (530) 464-6072
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Terry Basile
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926  (Online Only)
With adults my focus is guiding them through life transitions of work, child birth, parenting, retirement, divorce, death of a loved one etc.
I offer you a 'strength based' therapy. I use support, introspection, assessment, direction and referral as a way to bring change to your life. We all experience loss, doubt, changes in our life beyond our control. For some people 'Therapy' is a place to re-charge. For others is it a vital experience needed to explore core issues ( trauma ) and re-organize their sense of self and move forward. I believe I offer a safe place online for you to grow. Online Zoom sesions only. I enjoy working on issues of anxiety, depression, relationships and parenting. I am a survivor of the Camp Fire and feel qualified to work with other survivors.
With adults my focus is guiding them through life transitions of work, child birth, parenting, retirement, divorce, death of a loved one etc.
I offer you a 'strength based' therapy. I use support, introspection, assessment, direction and referral as a way to bring change to your life. We all experience loss, doubt, changes in our life beyond our control. For some people 'Therapy' is a place to re-charge. For others is it a vital experience needed to explore core issues ( trauma ) and re-organize their sense of self and move forward. I believe I offer a safe place online for you to grow. Online Zoom sesions only. I enjoy working on issues of anxiety, depression, relationships and parenting. I am a survivor of the Camp Fire and feel qualified to work with other survivors.
(707) 734-0554 View (707) 734-0554
Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Chico, CA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.

Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in Chico build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.