Child Therapists in Yucca Valley, CA
Candice Amber Packard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Yucca Valley, CA 92284
I have experience with a variety of clients including children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples in community health care, group therapy, and private practice settings.
“Meanings are not determined by situations, but we determine ourselves by the meanings we give to situations.” —Alfred Adler. My approach to therapy is person-centered and trauma informed. I tailor my therapeutic interventions to individual needs through a variety of frameworks and modalities, including psychodynamic, humanistic, family systems, and narrative therapy. I received my BS in Human Services and my MS in Counseling with a concentration in marriage, family, and child therapy from University of Phoenix.
I have experience with a variety of clients including children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples in community health care, group therapy, and private practice settings.
“Meanings are not determined by situations, but we determine ourselves by the meanings we give to situations.” —Alfred Adler. My approach to therapy is person-centered and trauma informed. I tailor my therapeutic interventions to individual needs through a variety of frameworks and modalities, including psychodynamic, humanistic, family systems, and narrative therapy. I received my BS in Human Services and my MS in Counseling with a concentration in marriage, family, and child therapy from University of Phoenix.
Jennifer Leilani Stoneburner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yucca Valley, CA 92284 (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping children, teens, and adults decrease anxious symptoms, so they can find their true selves and live a happy, joyous, fulfilled life.
Are you seeking a deeper sense of self-worth and ease in your life? Ready to take action towards becoming a better version of YOU? I believe therapy sessions are like a dance between client and therapist, as the therapist leads clients to find the answers they already have inside. I teach my clients how to deepen their self-love and begin to trust again, so they can create more ease and flow in their life. I help them overcome past traumas, anxiety, and depressive symptoms with self-love practices and I provide a safe space for them to heal and grow. I am open-minded, non-judgmental, and express ultimate compassion with all clients.
I am passionate about helping children, teens, and adults decrease anxious symptoms, so they can find their true selves and live a happy, joyous, fulfilled life.
Are you seeking a deeper sense of self-worth and ease in your life? Ready to take action towards becoming a better version of YOU? I believe therapy sessions are like a dance between client and therapist, as the therapist leads clients to find the answers they already have inside. I teach my clients how to deepen their self-love and begin to trust again, so they can create more ease and flow in their life. I help them overcome past traumas, anxiety, and depressive symptoms with self-love practices and I provide a safe space for them to heal and grow. I am open-minded, non-judgmental, and express ultimate compassion with all clients.
Tammy I Ricker Psyd
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yucca Valley, CA 92284 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Optimal mental health includes 5 basic concepts. Balance is achieved through adding and subtracting parts of your life that are healthy and unhealthy. Being open minded and letting go of toxic habits is vital to growth. Grieving loss of yourself, others and ideals offers you an opportunity to heal. Recognizing how ready you are for change and beginning the natural process of feelings release without judgment is the final step in your journey to optimal mental health. You know you best and I invite you to begin to listen to your body, mind and soul.
Optimal mental health includes 5 basic concepts. Balance is achieved through adding and subtracting parts of your life that are healthy and unhealthy. Being open minded and letting go of toxic habits is vital to growth. Grieving loss of yourself, others and ideals offers you an opportunity to heal. Recognizing how ready you are for change and beginning the natural process of feelings release without judgment is the final step in your journey to optimal mental health. You know you best and I invite you to begin to listen to your body, mind and soul.
Irma Monsivaiz-Cervantes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Yucca Valley, CA 92286 (Online Only)
I am a bilingual therapist who will work with you to develop tools and new coping skills to improve the quality of your life and relationships. My therapeutic skills are eclectic allowing me to meet your needs. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and adolescents. I have a background in education and had worked in different capacities in this field for over twenty-five years. This experience allowed me to work with adolescents and their families. My approach includes developing respectful relationships within the family system through Positive Discipline and open communication improving the family dynamics overall.
I am a bilingual therapist who will work with you to develop tools and new coping skills to improve the quality of your life and relationships. My therapeutic skills are eclectic allowing me to meet your needs. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and adolescents. I have a background in education and had worked in different capacities in this field for over twenty-five years. This experience allowed me to work with adolescents and their families. My approach includes developing respectful relationships within the family system through Positive Discipline and open communication improving the family dynamics overall.
Lisa A Lee-Briggs
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yucca Valley, CA 92284 (Online Only)
I believe that everybody has their own answers but there are times in our lives when we need assistance in discovering those answers. I take a straightforward approach to that exploration and help people advance in life. I specialize in couple's and family communication where assigning blame is replaced with a clearer understanding of each person and more effective ways to convey meaning. All relationships can be repaired if all members are willing to work towards that goal.
I believe that everybody has their own answers but there are times in our lives when we need assistance in discovering those answers. I take a straightforward approach to that exploration and help people advance in life. I specialize in couple's and family communication where assigning blame is replaced with a clearer understanding of each person and more effective ways to convey meaning. All relationships can be repaired if all members are willing to work towards that goal.
A Place To Turn, Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, PATP
Verified Verified
Yucca Valley, CA 92284
At A Place to Turn, we understand that your journey to well-being is unique, and our approach to holistic healing is tailored to meet your individual needs. Our ideal client is someone seeking not just relief from symptoms but a comprehensive transformation that encompasses physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Their goal is beyond symptom relief but a profound sense of balance, purpose, and vitality. Our clients desire a holistic approach seeking the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. A Place to Turn becomes the refuge where their needs for deep healing, personal growth, and a renewed sense of purpose converge.
At A Place to Turn, we understand that your journey to well-being is unique, and our approach to holistic healing is tailored to meet your individual needs. Our ideal client is someone seeking not just relief from symptoms but a comprehensive transformation that encompasses physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Their goal is beyond symptom relief but a profound sense of balance, purpose, and vitality. Our clients desire a holistic approach seeking the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. A Place to Turn becomes the refuge where their needs for deep healing, personal growth, and a renewed sense of purpose converge.
Sara Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Yucca Valley, CA 92284 (Online Only)
Seeking positive change? Looking for more meaning? Wanting to elevate your life? The power to create the life you want is within you and ready to be unleashed! When we come together in session I will help guide you to move past limiting beliefs, release emotional blockages, and align you with your true path! We can work to uncover new perceptions, positive ways of thinking, inspire creative ideas, create healthy habits, integrate mindfulness practices, focus on gratitude, and curate an intentional lifestyle! Let's co-create the environment you need so you may live the life you've always dreamed of!
Seeking positive change? Looking for more meaning? Wanting to elevate your life? The power to create the life you want is within you and ready to be unleashed! When we come together in session I will help guide you to move past limiting beliefs, release emotional blockages, and align you with your true path! We can work to uncover new perceptions, positive ways of thinking, inspire creative ideas, create healthy habits, integrate mindfulness practices, focus on gratitude, and curate an intentional lifestyle! Let's co-create the environment you need so you may live the life you've always dreamed of!
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Carol Spencer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Joshua Tree, CA 92252
Healing is a process of understanding how primary past relationships and traumatic events have influenced our perceptions of ourselves, others and the world around us, often leading to a feeling of being stuck, confused and frustrated. We will work collaboratively and creatively using curiosity and non-judgment to sort through the confusion and conflict, clearing the path to more fulfilling, satisfying choices. My approach is supportive, down to earth and always interested in harnessing your strengths and resiliency.
Healing is a process of understanding how primary past relationships and traumatic events have influenced our perceptions of ourselves, others and the world around us, often leading to a feeling of being stuck, confused and frustrated. We will work collaboratively and creatively using curiosity and non-judgment to sort through the confusion and conflict, clearing the path to more fulfilling, satisfying choices. My approach is supportive, down to earth and always interested in harnessing your strengths and resiliency.
Cosmic Warrior Wisdom, LLC
BCC
Verified Verified
Joshua Tree, CA 92252
Julie Clark is a Board-Certified Coach specializing in Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, Psychospiritual Coaching and Entheogenic Medicine Integration. Clients recovering from Narcissistic Abuse are guided to establish a solid and lasting inner identification with the Authentic Self, dissolving trauma-bonding patterns and restoring a healthy inner vibration. For those integrating Entheogenic Medicine Work, clients will decode and ground messages from their journeys to deepen the transformation process. All coaching incorporates Psychospiritual principles and is designed to efficiently evoke profound results that will not fade with time.
Julie Clark is a Board-Certified Coach specializing in Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, Psychospiritual Coaching and Entheogenic Medicine Integration. Clients recovering from Narcissistic Abuse are guided to establish a solid and lasting inner identification with the Authentic Self, dissolving trauma-bonding patterns and restoring a healthy inner vibration. For those integrating Entheogenic Medicine Work, clients will decode and ground messages from their journeys to deepen the transformation process. All coaching incorporates Psychospiritual principles and is designed to efficiently evoke profound results that will not fade with time.
Online Therapists
Dr. Lauren Franks
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Glendora, CA 91741
If you or your child are feeling overwhelmed by the amount of work it takes just to get through the day, I am eager to connect with you to help you create a plan for moving forward with less stress and more moments of peace and success.
At Brighter Future, we are are passionate about helping kids to grow, learn, and heal so that they can experience a full and joyful life. Your kiddos and teens are uniquely special and I want to lessen their struggles so everyone can see that, including them! I truly believe that investing in therapy will create a lasting, positive impact for them, and for you. It may be time to make the decision to begin therapy for you or your child if they have: significant life changes; poor attention and concentration; traumatic events; defiant behavior; frequent worrying; depressed mood; issues with peers; or challenges with school.
If you or your child are feeling overwhelmed by the amount of work it takes just to get through the day, I am eager to connect with you to help you create a plan for moving forward with less stress and more moments of peace and success.
At Brighter Future, we are are passionate about helping kids to grow, learn, and heal so that they can experience a full and joyful life. Your kiddos and teens are uniquely special and I want to lessen their struggles so everyone can see that, including them! I truly believe that investing in therapy will create a lasting, positive impact for them, and for you. It may be time to make the decision to begin therapy for you or your child if they have: significant life changes; poor attention and concentration; traumatic events; defiant behavior; frequent worrying; depressed mood; issues with peers; or challenges with school.
Carol R. Hughes
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
As a psychotherapist in clinical private practice, I work with children, adults, couples and families.
Peace, freedom from conflict, is a fundamental human right. "Creating more peace in the world one person, one couple, one family at a time" is my professional mission statement. My goal is to use my clinical skills to assist as many people as possible to heal and empower themselves. I have extensive training in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress, chemical dependency, eating disorders, and domestic violence. For ten years I served as an associate professor of Human Services at Saddleback College training prospective counselors, therapists and others pursuing professions in human services.
As a psychotherapist in clinical private practice, I work with children, adults, couples and families.
Peace, freedom from conflict, is a fundamental human right. "Creating more peace in the world one person, one couple, one family at a time" is my professional mission statement. My goal is to use my clinical skills to assist as many people as possible to heal and empower themselves. I have extensive training in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress, chemical dependency, eating disorders, and domestic violence. For ten years I served as an associate professor of Human Services at Saddleback College training prospective counselors, therapists and others pursuing professions in human services.
Stephanie Levin Sandoz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92612
I enjoy helping clients of all ages gain insight into their internal processes and assisting them to improve their relationships and quality of life. I offer compassionate and effective psychotherapy in a confidential, non-judgmental environment. Patients share and explore their thoughts and feelings, and together we collaborate toward achieving treatment goals. True change comes when we can better understand the reasons behind our actions. I find it a privilege to work with children, couples, families, and individuals, and feel fortunate that my patients have trusted and shared their experiences with me over many years in practice.
I enjoy helping clients of all ages gain insight into their internal processes and assisting them to improve their relationships and quality of life. I offer compassionate and effective psychotherapy in a confidential, non-judgmental environment. Patients share and explore their thoughts and feelings, and together we collaborate toward achieving treatment goals. True change comes when we can better understand the reasons behind our actions. I find it a privilege to work with children, couples, families, and individuals, and feel fortunate that my patients have trusted and shared their experiences with me over many years in practice.
Rancho Cucamonga Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Rancho Cucamonga Therapist is a group of Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Licensed Clinical Social Workers serving Rancho Cucamonga and surrounding areas. Together we are committed to providing quality services that are individualized to meet your needs. As individual clinicians, we come from diverse backgrounds, education, training, and experiences. We offer counseling for individuals, couples, children/adolescents and families. Se Habla Español.
Rancho Cucamonga Therapist is a group of Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Licensed Clinical Social Workers serving Rancho Cucamonga and surrounding areas. Together we are committed to providing quality services that are individualized to meet your needs. As individual clinicians, we come from diverse backgrounds, education, training, and experiences. We offer counseling for individuals, couples, children/adolescents and families. Se Habla Español.
Linda Epstein-Graval, M.A., LMFT
MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92591 (Online Only)
As someone who has worked with adults, children and families for over 25 years, I bring to a therapeutic relationship experience and skills that incorporate a wide range of integrated strategies and tools.
Anxiety and depression are easy words to use, experiencing either can halt your ability to move on with simple to more complex life challenges. Trying harder is not the answer, when you find yourself in transition, due to a major loss, acting out family members or serious medical and financial challenges. What you need is an advocate. Additionally with a deep understanding of what it means to be in or have been in a Narcissistic relationship the recovery from possibly years of abuse, requires the help of a professional who can help you see the patterns of narcissism, and unravel the damage it has done to you,
As someone who has worked with adults, children and families for over 25 years, I bring to a therapeutic relationship experience and skills that incorporate a wide range of integrated strategies and tools.
Anxiety and depression are easy words to use, experiencing either can halt your ability to move on with simple to more complex life challenges. Trying harder is not the answer, when you find yourself in transition, due to a major loss, acting out family members or serious medical and financial challenges. What you need is an advocate. Additionally with a deep understanding of what it means to be in or have been in a Narcissistic relationship the recovery from possibly years of abuse, requires the help of a professional who can help you see the patterns of narcissism, and unravel the damage it has done to you,
Vicki Coffman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Murrieta, CA 92563
I am a Christian therapist who specializes in healing relationships. I am certified in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy which has helped children and adults overcome the results of PTSD and abuse. I have over 25 years experience in law enforcement and a passion for police and military families. I created Encouragers Counseling & Training Centers, Inc. (501(c)(3) Non-Profit to offer affordable counseling options to many who do not have financial means for getting help. We have offices in Murrieta & Corona. I also have a Professional Practice named Encouragers Family Counseling who takes Kaiser, Medi-Cal and IEHP.
I am a Christian therapist who specializes in healing relationships. I am certified in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy which has helped children and adults overcome the results of PTSD and abuse. I have over 25 years experience in law enforcement and a passion for police and military families. I created Encouragers Counseling & Training Centers, Inc. (501(c)(3) Non-Profit to offer affordable counseling options to many who do not have financial means for getting help. We have offices in Murrieta & Corona. I also have a Professional Practice named Encouragers Family Counseling who takes Kaiser, Medi-Cal and IEHP.
Tonette Kay Decker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hemet, CA 92544
Hello! My name is Tonette Decker, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with adults, children, teens, and families to address relational conflicts, behavioral problems, and general family dysfunction. I support parents to better understand the underlying causes of their children's maladaptive behaviors such as, acting-out, self-harming, and/or self-isolating behaviors. In addition, to my primary modality of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I incorporate Solution-Focused Therapy, Humanistic, and Family Systems Therapy.
Hello! My name is Tonette Decker, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with adults, children, teens, and families to address relational conflicts, behavioral problems, and general family dysfunction. I support parents to better understand the underlying causes of their children's maladaptive behaviors such as, acting-out, self-harming, and/or self-isolating behaviors. In addition, to my primary modality of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I incorporate Solution-Focused Therapy, Humanistic, and Family Systems Therapy.
Maral Arakelian
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad or unsure of what's going on, I'm glad you are here. Change can be difficult, but there is hope. I am here to provide you with tools and coping skills to accomplish this change in a safe and compassionate environment set at a comfortable pace to ease the process that can be difficult. As my client you can expect a sensitive, flexible and interactive approach in my practice. My experience over the past 20 years includes treating children, adolescents, families and adults who have experienced childhood trauma, relationship and parenting issues, anxiety, depression and grief/loss.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad or unsure of what's going on, I'm glad you are here. Change can be difficult, but there is hope. I am here to provide you with tools and coping skills to accomplish this change in a safe and compassionate environment set at a comfortable pace to ease the process that can be difficult. As my client you can expect a sensitive, flexible and interactive approach in my practice. My experience over the past 20 years includes treating children, adolescents, families and adults who have experienced childhood trauma, relationship and parenting issues, anxiety, depression and grief/loss.
Dr. Elizabeth J. James
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91723
We have difficulty relating to our partner, spouse or children and feel alone when we need someone to talk to.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I possess the qualifications and experience to assist you in identifying your goals and managing difficult life events. My experience working with adults, adolescents, and children has allowed for an understanding of various presenting issues and feelings, while providing the psychotherapy services required for each individual, couple, family or group. Through listening, exploring and processing, I have been successful in helping individuals manage depression and anxiety, overcome grief and loss, manage addiction, increase self-esteem, and develop the communication and adaptive skills necessary to achieve their goals and improve their relationships.
We have difficulty relating to our partner, spouse or children and feel alone when we need someone to talk to.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I possess the qualifications and experience to assist you in identifying your goals and managing difficult life events. My experience working with adults, adolescents, and children has allowed for an understanding of various presenting issues and feelings, while providing the psychotherapy services required for each individual, couple, family or group. Through listening, exploring and processing, I have been successful in helping individuals manage depression and anxiety, overcome grief and loss, manage addiction, increase self-esteem, and develop the communication and adaptive skills necessary to achieve their goals and improve their relationships.
Maureen Ezechukwu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fontana, CA 92336
I have experience working with children, adults, and families, providing individual and group therapy.
My name is Maureen Ezechukwu. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in providing psychotherapy to individuals who are experiencing challenges with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and other general stressors. I utilize a strength-based approach that combines solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, DBT skills (mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotional regulation) and nontraditional ways of therapy. I am passionate about helping my clients navigate through life as the best version of themselves.
I have experience working with children, adults, and families, providing individual and group therapy.
My name is Maureen Ezechukwu. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in providing psychotherapy to individuals who are experiencing challenges with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and other general stressors. I utilize a strength-based approach that combines solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, DBT skills (mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotional regulation) and nontraditional ways of therapy. I am passionate about helping my clients navigate through life as the best version of themselves.
Norina Verduzco-Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Upland, CA 91786
As a licensed therapist, I see my role as one in which I assist clients in creating an emotional, physical and spiritual balance in their lives. My therapy style is based on a variety of approaches with consideration of each client's values, cultural identity, strengths, and life experiences. I am particularly skilled in working with parenting, children, living with chronic pain/illness, trauma,survivors of child abuse, depression/anxiety, grief, postpartum mood d/o, and pregnancy/infant loss. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to help them make lasting change.
As a licensed therapist, I see my role as one in which I assist clients in creating an emotional, physical and spiritual balance in their lives. My therapy style is based on a variety of approaches with consideration of each client's values, cultural identity, strengths, and life experiences. I am particularly skilled in working with parenting, children, living with chronic pain/illness, trauma,survivors of child abuse, depression/anxiety, grief, postpartum mood d/o, and pregnancy/infant loss. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to help them make lasting change.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Yucca Valley, 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 Yucca Valley 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.
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 Yucca Valley 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.