Photo of Bojana Pandurevic in Midtown, Sacramento, CA
Bojana Pandurevic
MS, MFT, RTT, CHT
Verified Verified
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 95816
My focus is on working with youth and adults who carry unique emotional and psychological sensitivities. My style, that embodies more of humanistic and holistic approaches, has proven to be very effective with individuals who are connected to spiritual or creative energies; individuals such as artists, healers and LGBTQ, who struggle with self acceptance, self esteem, anxiety and depression. My aim is to help you find and acknowledge all parts of yourself, heal and embrace them all, in order to create a complete and wholesome you.
My focus is on working with youth and adults who carry unique emotional and psychological sensitivities. My style, that embodies more of humanistic and holistic approaches, has proven to be very effective with individuals who are connected to spiritual or creative energies; individuals such as artists, healers and LGBTQ, who struggle with self acceptance, self esteem, anxiety and depression. My aim is to help you find and acknowledge all parts of yourself, heal and embrace them all, in order to create a complete and wholesome you.
(530) 461-5019 View (530) 461-5019
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Chanin Hardwick
Counselor, MA-MFT, LPCC, C-IAYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 95816
Transition, trauma, and transformation are my specialties. Life transition, career transition, transition in relationships, racial trauma, the trauma of loss, sexual assault trauma, imposter syndrome, and personal transformation. Much comes with each and using the mind, body, soul connection I support you in finding healing, and a new sense of being. Healing is done in connection with others through embodied connection, awareness, and meaning or faith. Together through connection, you can bring healing into your life.
Transition, trauma, and transformation are my specialties. Life transition, career transition, transition in relationships, racial trauma, the trauma of loss, sexual assault trauma, imposter syndrome, and personal transformation. Much comes with each and using the mind, body, soul connection I support you in finding healing, and a new sense of being. Healing is done in connection with others through embodied connection, awareness, and meaning or faith. Together through connection, you can bring healing into your life.
(916) 318-3850 View (916) 318-3850
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Lindsay Glass
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 95816
You love your partner, but you are exhausted and overwhelmed by having the same conversation or argument over and over again only to feel even more alone, unheard, and unloved each time . I am a relationship therapist who supports adult couples and individuals with emotional and physical intimacy, communication, anxiety, and loss. I use an attachment-focused lens and have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples and Individuals. Visit www.lovehealgrow.com to learn more or schedule your first appointment today.
You love your partner, but you are exhausted and overwhelmed by having the same conversation or argument over and over again only to feel even more alone, unheard, and unloved each time . I am a relationship therapist who supports adult couples and individuals with emotional and physical intimacy, communication, anxiety, and loss. I use an attachment-focused lens and have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples and Individuals. Visit www.lovehealgrow.com to learn more or schedule your first appointment today.
(530) 420-8204 View (530) 420-8204
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Ileana Arganda-Stevens
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 95816
At times, the world seems to have sharp edges. It's too loud, too fast, and you worry about upsetting people or disappointing them. You work hard, you think hard, trying to improve yourself and yet, you feel as though you're not getting anywhere. You wish you could be nicer to yourself but don't want to become arrogant or let yourself off the hook. You want to understand yourself better, but don't know what questions to ask. You want to be more authentic, but fear you will lose your most cherished relationships. You're ready for a different perspective and meaningful change.
At times, the world seems to have sharp edges. It's too loud, too fast, and you worry about upsetting people or disappointing them. You work hard, you think hard, trying to improve yourself and yet, you feel as though you're not getting anywhere. You wish you could be nicer to yourself but don't want to become arrogant or let yourself off the hook. You want to understand yourself better, but don't know what questions to ask. You want to be more authentic, but fear you will lose your most cherished relationships. You're ready for a different perspective and meaningful change.
(916) 581-6041 View (916) 581-6041
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Rahul Ragu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 95816
I work with clients who have social anxiety, shyness, and feel awkward and out of place. They want to feel better about themselves and their circumstances. They may have been through a difficult childhood and trauma and abuse. They are motivated to get better and want to speak to someone who is nonjudgmental and compassionate. Clients have opened up to me about their deepest traumas and secrets that they have not shared with anyone else. I feel honored to be part of my client's journey and help them to find solutions. I have a strong client centered approach blended with a CBT intervention based approach.
I work with clients who have social anxiety, shyness, and feel awkward and out of place. They want to feel better about themselves and their circumstances. They may have been through a difficult childhood and trauma and abuse. They are motivated to get better and want to speak to someone who is nonjudgmental and compassionate. Clients have opened up to me about their deepest traumas and secrets that they have not shared with anyone else. I feel honored to be part of my client's journey and help them to find solutions. I have a strong client centered approach blended with a CBT intervention based approach.
(916) 304-7674 View (916) 304-7674
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Nicola Simmersbach
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 95816
Feeling overwhelmed by modern life? Struggling to balance work, relationships, and well-being? Anxiety wearing you out? I specialize in helping individuals navigate today's challenges. Offering confidential support, we'll address stressors, build resilience, and find clarity. Invest in your well-being and happiness. Take the first step towards a more balanced life. Reach out now.
Feeling overwhelmed by modern life? Struggling to balance work, relationships, and well-being? Anxiety wearing you out? I specialize in helping individuals navigate today's challenges. Offering confidential support, we'll address stressors, build resilience, and find clarity. Invest in your well-being and happiness. Take the first step towards a more balanced life. Reach out now.
(916) 233-1760 View (916) 233-1760
Photo of Colleen Cotter, Marriage & Family Therapist in Midtown, Sacramento, CA
Colleen Cotter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 95811
Clients that find me usually feel that trauma has informed or altered their life in some way. Or they face personal or relational distress. I meet each client with their unique challenges and life experiences and offer a place to explore what you are needing in therapy. My ideal client wants to understand and grow to their full potential and I am here as a guide to offer tools, options, a place to process your emotions and/or trauma. Adults that have been through child abuse, mental illness in family, addiction, sexual abuse, relationship distress, anxiety and depression.
Clients that find me usually feel that trauma has informed or altered their life in some way. Or they face personal or relational distress. I meet each client with their unique challenges and life experiences and offer a place to explore what you are needing in therapy. My ideal client wants to understand and grow to their full potential and I am here as a guide to offer tools, options, a place to process your emotions and/or trauma. Adults that have been through child abuse, mental illness in family, addiction, sexual abuse, relationship distress, anxiety and depression.
(916) 237-9292 View (916) 237-9292
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Madison Ale Gomez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 95816
Hi there, I am currently booking for March & April of 2024, please email using the link or text (916) 884-3812. My goal is to create safety in vulnerability, inner acceptance & understanding. I work from an emotionally & trauma focused perspective. I assist clients in understanding current conflict while exploring your past trauma. Much of the work is through the battling the unconscious questions & creating inner awareness. My client's work becomes possible by disabling self-sabotaging situations, defensiveness, childhood wounds & trauma. My wish is for you to create a positive self image. In doing so, the work allows for you
Hi there, I am currently booking for March & April of 2024, please email using the link or text (916) 884-3812. My goal is to create safety in vulnerability, inner acceptance & understanding. I work from an emotionally & trauma focused perspective. I assist clients in understanding current conflict while exploring your past trauma. Much of the work is through the battling the unconscious questions & creating inner awareness. My client's work becomes possible by disabling self-sabotaging situations, defensiveness, childhood wounds & trauma. My wish is for you to create a positive self image. In doing so, the work allows for you
(916) 414-9406 View (916) 414-9406
Photo of Jan Phillips, Psychologist in Midtown, Sacramento, CA
Jan Phillips
Psychologist, MBA, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 95813
Being compassionate with our self is important when we undertake personal change. Our internal critic and negative thoughts can leave us feeling defeated. When we're disconnected from our authentic self or from others, we suffer. Disconnection can result from many circumstances, for example living by other's expectations at the expense of pursuing our own goals. Or, the busy pace of life can leave people feeling disconnected and alienated. When we re-connect with our self and other people, we're more able to manage life's stressors using healthy means and live a more peaceful and contented life.
Being compassionate with our self is important when we undertake personal change. Our internal critic and negative thoughts can leave us feeling defeated. When we're disconnected from our authentic self or from others, we suffer. Disconnection can result from many circumstances, for example living by other's expectations at the expense of pursuing our own goals. Or, the busy pace of life can leave people feeling disconnected and alienated. When we re-connect with our self and other people, we're more able to manage life's stressors using healthy means and live a more peaceful and contented life.
(916) 945-9219 View (916) 945-9219
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Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 94205
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
(510) 983-7281 View (510) 983-7281
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Rebecca Currie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 94203
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) working for Mindful Health Solutions as a Psychotherapist. I specialize in working with children, adults, and families who are experiencing challenges with Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorders, PTSD and other mental health concerns often caused and exacerbated by complex trauma. Modalities I like to utilize within treatment include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Strength-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Play Therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) working for Mindful Health Solutions as a Psychotherapist. I specialize in working with children, adults, and families who are experiencing challenges with Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorders, PTSD and other mental health concerns often caused and exacerbated by complex trauma. Modalities I like to utilize within treatment include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Strength-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Play Therapy.
(707) 979-6117 View (707) 979-6117
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Shaddia Ghneim
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 94203  (Online Only)
I believe that “healing starts with being human.” We can heal, thrive, and expand when we understand ourselves and what will serve in our growth. By our very nature we are built to survive, but we can learn how to turn surviving into thriving. At the end of the day we all seem to need these three things: to be seen, to be heard, and to be understood. This is what you will have in our work together as it serves as the catalyst for change. Searching for a therapist can be scary, confusing, and frustrating, but for what it's worth... I commend you for taking this step for yourself.
I believe that “healing starts with being human.” We can heal, thrive, and expand when we understand ourselves and what will serve in our growth. By our very nature we are built to survive, but we can learn how to turn surviving into thriving. At the end of the day we all seem to need these three things: to be seen, to be heard, and to be understood. This is what you will have in our work together as it serves as the catalyst for change. Searching for a therapist can be scary, confusing, and frustrating, but for what it's worth... I commend you for taking this step for yourself.
(714) 759-5909 View (714) 759-5909
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Dr. Lyssabeth Mattoon
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 94207  (Online Only)
Whether a traumatic experience has turned your world upside down or anxiety, depression, bipolar or grief are making it difficult for you to function at your best, therapy can help. I can teach you to tap into your inner strength in times of crisis while helping you work through your challenges in order to heal. My focus is on getting you results and decreasing your symptoms as soon as possible. Treating you as a whole person by addressing the connections between your mental, physical and spiritual health is one way that I am able to achieve this.
Whether a traumatic experience has turned your world upside down or anxiety, depression, bipolar or grief are making it difficult for you to function at your best, therapy can help. I can teach you to tap into your inner strength in times of crisis while helping you work through your challenges in order to heal. My focus is on getting you results and decreasing your symptoms as soon as possible. Treating you as a whole person by addressing the connections between your mental, physical and spiritual health is one way that I am able to achieve this.
(209) 307-7116 View (209) 307-7116
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Horizon Counseling Center Group Practice
Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MFT, Trainee
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 95816
Offices in Folsom, Roseville, Sacramento and West Sacramento. Check out our website for address locations. Our group of therapists are available to see adults, teens, children, couples, and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, hoarding, co-parenting, panic attacks, school issues, relationship issues, family communication, conflict management, parent/teen conflict, and anger management. They also have experience working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault survivors and the family who support them. We have therapists trained in Gottman Level 1 and 2, Brain Spotting, Sand-tray and EMDR.
Offices in Folsom, Roseville, Sacramento and West Sacramento. Check out our website for address locations. Our group of therapists are available to see adults, teens, children, couples, and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, hoarding, co-parenting, panic attacks, school issues, relationship issues, family communication, conflict management, parent/teen conflict, and anger management. They also have experience working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault survivors and the family who support them. We have therapists trained in Gottman Level 1 and 2, Brain Spotting, Sand-tray and EMDR.
(916) 347-4472 View (916) 347-4472
Photo of Adriana Galvez, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Midtown, Sacramento, CA
Adriana Galvez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 94203  (Online Only)
I'm so glad to meet you on this therapeutic journey! My desire as a therapist is to meet people where they are in their own process of exploration and healing. That said, the most successful clients are ready to open themselves up to the chance that change is possible. I entered the mental health field to provide the kind of support and care that I would want my own family members to receive if they were experiencing an emotional or psychological crisis. I have been on both sides of the mental health system and know the barriers that can occur in finding quality and compassionate mental health care.
I'm so glad to meet you on this therapeutic journey! My desire as a therapist is to meet people where they are in their own process of exploration and healing. That said, the most successful clients are ready to open themselves up to the chance that change is possible. I entered the mental health field to provide the kind of support and care that I would want my own family members to receive if they were experiencing an emotional or psychological crisis. I have been on both sides of the mental health system and know the barriers that can occur in finding quality and compassionate mental health care.
(916) 713-3802 View (916) 713-3802
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Jordan Virginia Allan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 94204  (Online Only)
Do you want the best quality therapy from the comfort of your home? My name is Jordan and I am a fully Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 7+ years of extensive experience providing mental health services to a wide variety of clients from all cultures, backgrounds, ages and stages in life.. Throughout my career, I have successfully been providing effective psychotherapy to clients who would not otherwise have access to services if they were required to go to an office and am here to provide you services at your own convenience.
Do you want the best quality therapy from the comfort of your home? My name is Jordan and I am a fully Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 7+ years of extensive experience providing mental health services to a wide variety of clients from all cultures, backgrounds, ages and stages in life.. Throughout my career, I have successfully been providing effective psychotherapy to clients who would not otherwise have access to services if they were required to go to an office and am here to provide you services at your own convenience.
(818) 273-6203 View (818) 273-6203
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About the Soul Counseling, LCSW Corp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 94203  (Online Only)
Asking for help can be stressful, but you are worth it. I believe that healing begins from the inside out. From our very first session together, we will explore your goals and the issues that concern you the most. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. You are not alone. I believe that you can have power and control over your own life. I look forward to collaborating with you to create the change that you are seeking. Please contact me today for a free consultation and a good faith estimate of cost. If the courts or your employer sent you to anger management, my team offers a court-ordered anger management program.
Asking for help can be stressful, but you are worth it. I believe that healing begins from the inside out. From our very first session together, we will explore your goals and the issues that concern you the most. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. You are not alone. I believe that you can have power and control over your own life. I look forward to collaborating with you to create the change that you are seeking. Please contact me today for a free consultation and a good faith estimate of cost. If the courts or your employer sent you to anger management, my team offers a court-ordered anger management program.
(209) 231-8923 View (209) 231-8923
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Dr. Michelle Mercurio
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 94203  (Online Only)
I have been a clinician for over 15 years. I am patient centered, and I genuinely care about my clients. I use Teletherapy to treat PTSD, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, etc; with a variety of techniques, including EMDR.
I have been a clinician for over 15 years. I am patient centered, and I genuinely care about my clients. I use Teletherapy to treat PTSD, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, etc; with a variety of techniques, including EMDR.
(530) 424-2588 View (530) 424-2588
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Alexandra M Jansen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 95816  (Online Only)
Welcome, I work primarily with clients that are within the LGBTQIA+ and Kink/BDSM communities. I also am body positive, sex positive, poly positive, geek/nerd positive, and trauma informed. I feel that the therapy space should feel safe and build on your strengths. If you’re here, you’re probably struggling with a significant burden in your life. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, or even difficulties with relationships, I want you to know that researching your future therapist is a great first step. In fact, having a good relationship with them has been known to be a major factor in achieving progress in your therapy.
Welcome, I work primarily with clients that are within the LGBTQIA+ and Kink/BDSM communities. I also am body positive, sex positive, poly positive, geek/nerd positive, and trauma informed. I feel that the therapy space should feel safe and build on your strengths. If you’re here, you’re probably struggling with a significant burden in your life. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, or even difficulties with relationships, I want you to know that researching your future therapist is a great first step. In fact, having a good relationship with them has been known to be a major factor in achieving progress in your therapy.
(916) 823-8761 View (916) 823-8761
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Julie Cima
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Midtown, Sacramento, CA 95816  (Online Only)
As solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true worth and lead a life worth celebrating your full potential. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. Sometimes we all need some extra help, and often all we need is some extra guidance to help us navigate through life's challenges. Whether the obstacles that you face are temporary setbacks or lifelong issues, together we can find a way to help you face the future with new coping tools and with a stronger sense of self.
As solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true worth and lead a life worth celebrating your full potential. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. Sometimes we all need some extra help, and often all we need is some extra guidance to help us navigate through life's challenges. Whether the obstacles that you face are temporary setbacks or lifelong issues, together we can find a way to help you face the future with new coping tools and with a stronger sense of self.
(916) 827-3479 View (916) 827-3479

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Compassion Focused Therapists

How does compassion-focused therapy work?

Compassion-Focused Therapy is based on the idea that humans have at least three emotion regulation systems, including one that responds to threats and another that allows us to self-soothe. Those who experienced serious childhood adversity, the theory goes, have a hyperactive threat system and an underperforming self-soothing system, leaving them vulnerable to shame and a hypercritical mindset. CFT focuses on bringing these systems back into balance, helping the client be kinder to themselves and better able to accept kindness from others.

Is compassion-focused therapy a type of CBT?

Compassion-focused therapy is closely related to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and employs many of its techniques. In addition to CBT, CFT also draws from the fields of biology, evolutionary psychology, neuroscience, developmental psychology, and Buddhism. It also has similarities to some types of trauma-focused therapies.

Is compassion-focused therapy evidence based?

Evidence suggests that CFT can be helpful in the treatment of anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, and other mental illnesses. It has also been shown to be beneficial for individuals who may not have diagnosable psychiatric disorders but who still struggle with persistent self-criticism and feelings of shame.

What are the limitations of compassion-focused therapy?

Compassion-focused therapy is still a relatively new therapy, and research on its efficacy is still in its early stages; while some studies have found positive results, many have suffered from quality issues or small sample sizes. And while most CFT clients find it difficult to practice self-compassion at first, some—especially those who actively fear compassion or are deeply uncomfortable being cared for—may not be fully open to the tenets of CFT, potentially limiting the therapy’s long-term effectiveness.