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Kathleen Murphy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Exeter, CA 93221  (Online Only)
Kathleen earned both her Bachelor of Arts and Masters Degree from Chapman University College in Orange, California. Her years of specialized training and experience have equipped her with skills in various therapeutic approaches including solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and EMDR. She has a background in treating co-occurring disorders (substance abuse treatment and mental health). She customizes her approach to meet the needs and presenting problems of her clients and directs their treatment to establish a therapeutic alliance in order to facilitate the bridge to health.
Kathleen earned both her Bachelor of Arts and Masters Degree from Chapman University College in Orange, California. Her years of specialized training and experience have equipped her with skills in various therapeutic approaches including solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and EMDR. She has a background in treating co-occurring disorders (substance abuse treatment and mental health). She customizes her approach to meet the needs and presenting problems of her clients and directs their treatment to establish a therapeutic alliance in order to facilitate the bridge to health.
(559) 462-8648 View (559) 462-8648

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Sandra Marquez-Mesquite
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Visalia, CA 93291
Individual Therapy, Couples therapy and Family therapy Call today •Servicios ofrecidos En Espanol.
Welcoming new Clients in Downtown Visalia. Let’s get you started on your counseling journey today so that you may reach your fullest potential! As a therapist with over 20 years of experience in the counseling field, I have experience in working with Individuals, Couples and families as they face difficult periods in their lives due to divorce, infidelities or life transitions. I also work with individuals to help you learn new skills to manage your trauma, depression or anxiety so that you can get back to enjoying your life.
Individual Therapy, Couples therapy and Family therapy Call today •Servicios ofrecidos En Espanol.
Welcoming new Clients in Downtown Visalia. Let’s get you started on your counseling journey today so that you may reach your fullest potential! As a therapist with over 20 years of experience in the counseling field, I have experience in working with Individuals, Couples and families as they face difficult periods in their lives due to divorce, infidelities or life transitions. I also work with individuals to help you learn new skills to manage your trauma, depression or anxiety so that you can get back to enjoying your life.
(559) 316-5587 View (559) 316-5587
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Kameron Krumdick
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, APCC, MA
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93291
As a therapist the heart of my therapy is rooted in collaboration, compassion, and putting people at the center of their journey to emotional and mental well-being. My education, experience and empathy allow me to authentically understand and connect with others, fostering a strong therapeutic relationship with clients. I create a genuinely safe environment, that is free from judgement, where individuals can explore their thoughts and feelings. I believe that therapy should be as unique as each person, therefore, I tailor and personalize my approach with every client.
As a therapist the heart of my therapy is rooted in collaboration, compassion, and putting people at the center of their journey to emotional and mental well-being. My education, experience and empathy allow me to authentically understand and connect with others, fostering a strong therapeutic relationship with clients. I create a genuinely safe environment, that is free from judgement, where individuals can explore their thoughts and feelings. I believe that therapy should be as unique as each person, therefore, I tailor and personalize my approach with every client.
(559) 992-0849 View (559) 992-0849
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McDermott Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Visalia, CA 93291
McDermott Counseling offers a modern, collaborative approach to therapy. Voted best Psychotherapy practice in Visalia 4 years in a row, we work with clients suffering from relationship concerns, family issues, trauma, conflict, depression, anxiety, sexuality, gender, blended families, anger management, and much more. We specialize in individual, couples, and family therapy as well as child and adolescent therapy. We work to provide you excellent service, a welcoming environment and solutions to your unique situation. We offer evening and weekend appointments and can often get you an appointment within the week.
McDermott Counseling offers a modern, collaborative approach to therapy. Voted best Psychotherapy practice in Visalia 4 years in a row, we work with clients suffering from relationship concerns, family issues, trauma, conflict, depression, anxiety, sexuality, gender, blended families, anger management, and much more. We specialize in individual, couples, and family therapy as well as child and adolescent therapy. We work to provide you excellent service, a welcoming environment and solutions to your unique situation. We offer evening and weekend appointments and can often get you an appointment within the week.
(559) 280-5756 View (559) 280-5756
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Dias Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS , LMFT
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93292
After over 19 years working in the emergency medical service field, as an emergency medical technician and paramedic, I realized how a healthy state of mind can have a significant impact on an individual's physical health. Throughout my career, I helped thousands of individuals in their most vulnerable state, primarily by helping them feel safe and secure as well as empathizing and showing sincere compassion. In doing this, I witnessed a significant decrease in their physical symptoms as well as their emotional state.
After over 19 years working in the emergency medical service field, as an emergency medical technician and paramedic, I realized how a healthy state of mind can have a significant impact on an individual's physical health. Throughout my career, I helped thousands of individuals in their most vulnerable state, primarily by helping them feel safe and secure as well as empathizing and showing sincere compassion. In doing this, I witnessed a significant decrease in their physical symptoms as well as their emotional state.
(559) 206-0945 View (559) 206-0945
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Samantha Grimes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93292
Hi! My name is Samantha Grimes, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, addiction recovery, and relationships. I am also trained in EMDR and Brainspotting. I tend to work best with the people who are faced with anxiety or panic attacks, mood disorders, people pleasers, intellectualizers, people who have had trauma, eating disorders or addiction, and people who want deeper more meaningful relationships with themselves and others. I use humor and creativity in my practice.
Hi! My name is Samantha Grimes, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, addiction recovery, and relationships. I am also trained in EMDR and Brainspotting. I tend to work best with the people who are faced with anxiety or panic attacks, mood disorders, people pleasers, intellectualizers, people who have had trauma, eating disorders or addiction, and people who want deeper more meaningful relationships with themselves and others. I use humor and creativity in my practice.
(805) 723-3114 View (805) 723-3114
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Rebecca Kerr McWhorter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93292
Hi there, I'm Rebecca McWhorter, LCSW has experience with all age groups within many multicultural settings. I start with where the patient is should they be suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, and/or grief. My practice focus in on patient care. Patients typically enter therapy due to something that is having a negative impact on their quality of life. I assist them in identifying the root causes or behavior that are preventing them from living their best life. I utilize many different approaches to healing. I prefer to letting the patient vocalize their needs rather than tailor a patient to a plan.
Hi there, I'm Rebecca McWhorter, LCSW has experience with all age groups within many multicultural settings. I start with where the patient is should they be suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, and/or grief. My practice focus in on patient care. Patients typically enter therapy due to something that is having a negative impact on their quality of life. I assist them in identifying the root causes or behavior that are preventing them from living their best life. I utilize many different approaches to healing. I prefer to letting the patient vocalize their needs rather than tailor a patient to a plan.
(442) 218-2807 View (442) 218-2807
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Beth Coke
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93279  (Online Only)
My goal is to walk alongside you on your journey and provide the support you need on the journey. There is no judgement based on diagnosis or background. I have spent most of my clinician career working with those with severe mental illness diagnosis or requiring residential mental health treatment. For those transitioning from that setting it is hard to find a clinician and one of my goals is to be able to walk alongside those in transition from residential or intensive mental health treatment as they re-integrate back home.
My goal is to walk alongside you on your journey and provide the support you need on the journey. There is no judgement based on diagnosis or background. I have spent most of my clinician career working with those with severe mental illness diagnosis or requiring residential mental health treatment. For those transitioning from that setting it is hard to find a clinician and one of my goals is to be able to walk alongside those in transition from residential or intensive mental health treatment as they re-integrate back home.
(559) 540-8609 View (559) 540-8609
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Dr. Deanna N. Mercado
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93291
Dr. Deanna Mercado is a Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.She is a first-generation Latina, bilingual clinician with over 18 years of experience in the field of behavioral health. Her background encompuses treating individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, correctional mental health services for incarcerated youth and adults, crisis management, psychological testing services, educational and corporate psychology.
Dr. Deanna Mercado is a Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.She is a first-generation Latina, bilingual clinician with over 18 years of experience in the field of behavioral health. Her background encompuses treating individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, correctional mental health services for incarcerated youth and adults, crisis management, psychological testing services, educational and corporate psychology.
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Darby Childress
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93290
(559) 663-2432 View (559) 663-2432

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Mahtab Kaeni
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93711
I see individuals with a broad area of clinical issues, including but not limited to, depression, anxiety, panic disorder, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma, relationship, behavioral and self-esteem issues.
Do you want a more healthy, productive and satisfying life? Sometimes, people may feel overwhelmed by what is happening in their lives and need help sorting out their feelings, finding solutions to their problems, or just feeling better. I am a licensed clinical psychologist at Transcendence Psychological Services and can help by providing a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic experience. I strive to help people find a new perspective on their problems and provide tools to help them change old patterns so they can increase the joy and peace in their lives.
I see individuals with a broad area of clinical issues, including but not limited to, depression, anxiety, panic disorder, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma, relationship, behavioral and self-esteem issues.
Do you want a more healthy, productive and satisfying life? Sometimes, people may feel overwhelmed by what is happening in their lives and need help sorting out their feelings, finding solutions to their problems, or just feeling better. I am a licensed clinical psychologist at Transcendence Psychological Services and can help by providing a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic experience. I strive to help people find a new perspective on their problems and provide tools to help them change old patterns so they can increase the joy and peace in their lives.
(559) 708-4110 View (559) 708-4110
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Nancy Lynch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PsyD(C)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fresno, CA 93704
My practice focuses on providing therapeutic services to adults, adolescents, and children with anxiety, depression, trauma, major life transition, anger and relationship issues.
My focus as a psychotherapist is to assist you to achieve your unique goals. I create a genuine, safe and supportive environment so you can feel comfortable expressing yourself. My goal is to enable you to explore yourself so you become more confident and assertive. You will be empowered to make changes that lead to greater satisfaction in your life.
My practice focuses on providing therapeutic services to adults, adolescents, and children with anxiety, depression, trauma, major life transition, anger and relationship issues.
My focus as a psychotherapist is to assist you to achieve your unique goals. I create a genuine, safe and supportive environment so you can feel comfortable expressing yourself. My goal is to enable you to explore yourself so you become more confident and assertive. You will be empowered to make changes that lead to greater satisfaction in your life.
(559) 527-5929 View (559) 527-5929
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April Silva
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hanford, CA 93230
Hi there! My name is April Silva, and I currently hold a License as a Marriage and family Therapist, 142789. I aim to provides a space to help you sort through your day-to-day worries, identify the underlying causes of strong, confusing emotions, and build skills for communication and connection. I currently specialize in PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety. I currently work with adults, couples, and seniors. I really enjoy working with couples who are struggling to communicate and need help reconnecting, and individuals who are struggling with either healing from trauma, anxiety and panic, and depression.
Hi there! My name is April Silva, and I currently hold a License as a Marriage and family Therapist, 142789. I aim to provides a space to help you sort through your day-to-day worries, identify the underlying causes of strong, confusing emotions, and build skills for communication and connection. I currently specialize in PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety. I currently work with adults, couples, and seniors. I really enjoy working with couples who are struggling to communicate and need help reconnecting, and individuals who are struggling with either healing from trauma, anxiety and panic, and depression.
(559) 543-5327 View (559) 543-5327
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Debra L Winegarden, PhD-Achievements Unlimited
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Clovis, CA 93612
Balance in body, mind, and spirit are central to wellness and happiness. In addition I believe that humor and compassion can help you reach your full potential and specialized goals. I can help you with enhancing performance at work/sports/school, feelings of depression such as lack of energy and worrying, especially at night. I can help with motivation and time management, relationships, sexuality and couples issues. Fresno and Clovis first and only AASECT Certified Sex Therapist.
Balance in body, mind, and spirit are central to wellness and happiness. In addition I believe that humor and compassion can help you reach your full potential and specialized goals. I can help you with enhancing performance at work/sports/school, feelings of depression such as lack of energy and worrying, especially at night. I can help with motivation and time management, relationships, sexuality and couples issues. Fresno and Clovis first and only AASECT Certified Sex Therapist.
(559) 529-6886 View (559) 529-6886
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Dena Barnes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, ATR, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301
I work collaboratively with adults, couples, families, adolescents and children to help clients recognize strengths and begin finding solutions that will enhance their personal lives and relationships.
Sometimes, it's hard to know how to change things without the help of someone you trust. Perhaps you are ready to make a change in your life...ready to finally close the gap between the way your life is and the way you would like it to be? I'd like to help you along that journey. My goal is to help each client develop a pathway to achieve inner health, resolve conflicts, and find happiness and wholeness in their lives. Here, you will find an open, safe and empathic space for transformation.
I work collaboratively with adults, couples, families, adolescents and children to help clients recognize strengths and begin finding solutions that will enhance their personal lives and relationships.
Sometimes, it's hard to know how to change things without the help of someone you trust. Perhaps you are ready to make a change in your life...ready to finally close the gap between the way your life is and the way you would like it to be? I'd like to help you along that journey. My goal is to help each client develop a pathway to achieve inner health, resolve conflicts, and find happiness and wholeness in their lives. Here, you will find an open, safe and empathic space for transformation.
(661) 460-5123 View (661) 460-5123
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Cultural Family Therapy Incorporated-Jonisha Damon
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fresno, CA 93710
At Cultural Family Therapy, we are committed to guiding children, adolescents, adults, couples, and the LGBTQ+ community on their personal paths and challenges in life. Our approach helps identify unhealthy thoughts/behaviors and actions that can cause depression, conflict within relationships, anxiety, triggers and provide skills and support to promote inner self-confidence and different outlooks on life. Please check out our website and email us about our clinician's availability!
At Cultural Family Therapy, we are committed to guiding children, adolescents, adults, couples, and the LGBTQ+ community on their personal paths and challenges in life. Our approach helps identify unhealthy thoughts/behaviors and actions that can cause depression, conflict within relationships, anxiety, triggers and provide skills and support to promote inner self-confidence and different outlooks on life. Please check out our website and email us about our clinician's availability!
(559) 702-0765 View (559) 702-0765
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Kent Lee Stratford
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93704
Treating adults, couples, families, adolescents, and LGBTQ.
Psychotherapist/University Lecturer in the Department of Psychology, California State University, Monterey Bay & Fresno. Teletherapy/In Office in Fresno, Monterey Peninsula, Central CA. Specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, personality disturbances, mood disorders, relational problems, attachment disorders, marital discord, stress, family conflict, and behavior problems. Fee for service $120.00 per therapy hour. Panel provider for Blue Cross/Blue Shield/Cal Viva/United Healthcare.
Treating adults, couples, families, adolescents, and LGBTQ.
Psychotherapist/University Lecturer in the Department of Psychology, California State University, Monterey Bay & Fresno. Teletherapy/In Office in Fresno, Monterey Peninsula, Central CA. Specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, personality disturbances, mood disorders, relational problems, attachment disorders, marital discord, stress, family conflict, and behavior problems. Fee for service $120.00 per therapy hour. Panel provider for Blue Cross/Blue Shield/Cal Viva/United Healthcare.
(559) 960-1608 View (559) 960-1608
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Tiffany Bell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93309
Having a hard time navigating life? Feel as though you keep falling back into the same old patterns which don't produce what you intended? Having difficulty with your child, spouse, family or loved ones? Have the thought that addressing your innermost pain means there is "something wrong with you?" Let me help! In my practice I strive to help people access their best selves, lives, and potential. I assist you in navigating through your life. My goal is to spread the word that everyone will need an impartial confidant and that seeking help is normal. I would be honored to assist you on your journey of transformation.
Having a hard time navigating life? Feel as though you keep falling back into the same old patterns which don't produce what you intended? Having difficulty with your child, spouse, family or loved ones? Have the thought that addressing your innermost pain means there is "something wrong with you?" Let me help! In my practice I strive to help people access their best selves, lives, and potential. I assist you in navigating through your life. My goal is to spread the word that everyone will need an impartial confidant and that seeking help is normal. I would be honored to assist you on your journey of transformation.
(661) 765-8731 View (661) 765-8731
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Natasha Simon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93720  (Online Only)
I believe strongly in the therapeutic relationship and I make sure to co-create a space where you can feel safe to be you and embark on your journey of self-discovery and healing.
I hold a master's degree in Social Work from USC and I have been licensed for 11 years. I have over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field providing individual, family, group, and couples therapy. My specialty is working with emotion dysregulation, depression, complex trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting. I use principles of psychodynamic therapy, CBT, and DBT to create the individualized treatment plan that works best for you.
I believe strongly in the therapeutic relationship and I make sure to co-create a space where you can feel safe to be you and embark on your journey of self-discovery and healing.
I hold a master's degree in Social Work from USC and I have been licensed for 11 years. I have over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field providing individual, family, group, and couples therapy. My specialty is working with emotion dysregulation, depression, complex trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting. I use principles of psychodynamic therapy, CBT, and DBT to create the individualized treatment plan that works best for you.
(323) 205-7088 View (323) 205-7088
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Karen Strauss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93312
Hi, I'm Karen Strauss. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families to effect personal growth and empowerment. I specialize in anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, and relationship work. I specialize in exploring relationships, whether within a partnership or a client's relationship to themselves and the other people in their lives (not necessarily a romantic relationship). Couples therapy is a passion of mine, as is working with individuals who are struggling through a transitional period in their lives.
Hi, I'm Karen Strauss. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families to effect personal growth and empowerment. I specialize in anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, and relationship work. I specialize in exploring relationships, whether within a partnership or a client's relationship to themselves and the other people in their lives (not necessarily a romantic relationship). Couples therapy is a passion of mine, as is working with individuals who are struggling through a transitional period in their lives.
(714) 975-5508 View (714) 975-5508

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Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.