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Dawn Mehalakis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95842  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) in California. I have been working as a therapist for 13 years. In my work, I am fortunate to have worked with both children and adults struggling in childhood abuse, traumatic experiences, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. In addition, I work with adults with Substance Abuse Disorder, caregivers caring for a mentally ill loved one, functional life skills, relationship issues, and parenting.
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) in California. I have been working as a therapist for 13 years. In my work, I am fortunate to have worked with both children and adults struggling in childhood abuse, traumatic experiences, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. In addition, I work with adults with Substance Abuse Disorder, caregivers caring for a mentally ill loved one, functional life skills, relationship issues, and parenting.
(530) 940-9538 View (530) 940-9538
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Dr. Larry Wasson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816  (Online Only)
Do you struggle with anxiety? Are you a perfectionist? Would you like healthier relationships? I specialize in empowering individuals to enhance their communication skills, foster deeper connections in their relationships, and navigate the challenges of anxiety and perfectionism. I believe that, with skilled guidance, clients can identify what is important to them and increase their ability to engage in behaviors that help them have healthier relationships, improved communication, increased self-esteem, and move toward a life that they find valuable and meaningful.
Do you struggle with anxiety? Are you a perfectionist? Would you like healthier relationships? I specialize in empowering individuals to enhance their communication skills, foster deeper connections in their relationships, and navigate the challenges of anxiety and perfectionism. I believe that, with skilled guidance, clients can identify what is important to them and increase their ability to engage in behaviors that help them have healthier relationships, improved communication, increased self-esteem, and move toward a life that they find valuable and meaningful.
(530) 296-3168 View (530) 296-3168
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Brieana Lopez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95816  (Online Only)
Hello! My theoretical orientation draws from integrative and humanistic-existential psychology, meaning I believe in providing well rounded care that emphasizes the inherent value of being human. With my education in Catholic theology, I seek to provide quality care that empowers my clients to develop the confidence to manage their mental health and gain greater fulfillment in their lives by integrating their mental health and Catholic faith. Whether this means addressing childhood trauma or current and brief stressors, my goal is to assist a client in cultivating a greater self-understanding and acceptance of who they are in God.
Hello! My theoretical orientation draws from integrative and humanistic-existential psychology, meaning I believe in providing well rounded care that emphasizes the inherent value of being human. With my education in Catholic theology, I seek to provide quality care that empowers my clients to develop the confidence to manage their mental health and gain greater fulfillment in their lives by integrating their mental health and Catholic faith. Whether this means addressing childhood trauma or current and brief stressors, my goal is to assist a client in cultivating a greater self-understanding and acceptance of who they are in God.
(279) 888-9693 View (279) 888-9693
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Rosaura 'iveth' Aguilar
MS, BCBA
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95834
Welcome! My name is Iveth and I empower women to remove the mask they often wear to fit in, embrace their authenticity, heal self-worth and scarcity limiting beliefs so they can advocate for themselves and embody the most Confident and Empowered Woman that is already within them. I am a believer that our fears and uncomfortable feeling often keep us stuck, small, and abandoning our own needs and desires. Through somatic embodiment I guide my clients to release old wounds, learn to cope through difficult emotions, and develop the resilience to show up authentically and create the relationships they desire.
Welcome! My name is Iveth and I empower women to remove the mask they often wear to fit in, embrace their authenticity, heal self-worth and scarcity limiting beliefs so they can advocate for themselves and embody the most Confident and Empowered Woman that is already within them. I am a believer that our fears and uncomfortable feeling often keep us stuck, small, and abandoning our own needs and desires. Through somatic embodiment I guide my clients to release old wounds, learn to cope through difficult emotions, and develop the resilience to show up authentically and create the relationships they desire.
(530) 430-3474 View (530) 430-3474
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Anne Rose
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95831  (Online Only)
It can be a lonely and overwhelming feeling to realize that your life doesn't match who you were meant to be. I will help you identify the origin of your maladaptive coping skills, the effect early issues have on you in the present day, and help you learn new, healthy behaviors to live a better and more fulfilling life. I have over 18 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with dual diagnoses, trauma and PTSD, substance abuse, personality disorders, mood disorders and thought disorders.
It can be a lonely and overwhelming feeling to realize that your life doesn't match who you were meant to be. I will help you identify the origin of your maladaptive coping skills, the effect early issues have on you in the present day, and help you learn new, healthy behaviors to live a better and more fulfilling life. I have over 18 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with dual diagnoses, trauma and PTSD, substance abuse, personality disorders, mood disorders and thought disorders.
(323) 445-4295 View (323) 445-4295
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Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95814
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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Janet Greenwood
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, RN, MFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95831
I specialize in working with couples wanting to recover from a crisis. I offer over 30 years experience as a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist, PhD, RN, Licensed marriage therapist. You can select either our 10 Hour Couples Program or the 5 hour private Intensive Couples Session. Prevent unnecessary divorce; change begins the first session. Increase emotional and physical intimacy and fall back in love with your partner.
I specialize in working with couples wanting to recover from a crisis. I offer over 30 years experience as a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist, PhD, RN, Licensed marriage therapist. You can select either our 10 Hour Couples Program or the 5 hour private Intensive Couples Session. Prevent unnecessary divorce; change begins the first session. Increase emotional and physical intimacy and fall back in love with your partner.
(916) 546-1518 View (916) 546-1518
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Kristin Kaminski
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95819
My goal is to help individuals and families in crisis. I have 4 areas of passion. I love working with children, teenagers, and their parents. My second area of passion is working with narcissistic recovery and survivors of narcissistic relationships (both adults and children). Third, working with my clients to rewire their brains and change emotional reactions. I integrate experiential interventions, mindfulness, coping, and other tools in both individual adult and adolescent therapy. Finally, I enjoy neuropsychological and psychological assessments for all age groups.
My goal is to help individuals and families in crisis. I have 4 areas of passion. I love working with children, teenagers, and their parents. My second area of passion is working with narcissistic recovery and survivors of narcissistic relationships (both adults and children). Third, working with my clients to rewire their brains and change emotional reactions. I integrate experiential interventions, mindfulness, coping, and other tools in both individual adult and adolescent therapy. Finally, I enjoy neuropsychological and psychological assessments for all age groups.
(916) 265-2209 View (916) 265-2209
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Ryan Jibson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 94244
I specialize in working with teens. Life consistently requires us to adjust and that is hard. Are you struggling in your relationship or in your ability to communicate with your spouse, teen or parents? Do you often find yourself wondering what you can do to help yourself or a loved one? At times nothing seems to work. Reaching out to a therapist can be scary and I realize there are many options. Anxiety, depression, low confidence/self esteem, anger issues, decision making, mood disorders, poor communication skills, addiction and behavioral issues are some of the things I can help with. Over 22 years working with teens.
I specialize in working with teens. Life consistently requires us to adjust and that is hard. Are you struggling in your relationship or in your ability to communicate with your spouse, teen or parents? Do you often find yourself wondering what you can do to help yourself or a loved one? At times nothing seems to work. Reaching out to a therapist can be scary and I realize there are many options. Anxiety, depression, low confidence/self esteem, anger issues, decision making, mood disorders, poor communication skills, addiction and behavioral issues are some of the things I can help with. Over 22 years working with teens.
(916) 299-3773 View (916) 299-3773
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Kathleen Horsey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95835
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel stressed or anxious? Are the pressures of life are weighing you down? Are you struggling with moving forward after a traumatic event? Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. We know seeking help can be hard. You’ve likely been debating seeking help for months, if not years, but we’re so glad you have taken the courageous step of being here. We can work together to equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome your challenges.
Do you feel stressed or anxious? Are the pressures of life are weighing you down? Are you struggling with moving forward after a traumatic event? Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. We know seeking help can be hard. You’ve likely been debating seeking help for months, if not years, but we’re so glad you have taken the courageous step of being here. We can work together to equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome your challenges.
(916) 571-6751 View (916) 571-6751
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Anthonie Etienne
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 94207
Accepting new referrals! Are you struggling with life and want to gain back some control? Have life's challenges gotten overwhelming for you? Let's work together to set your life back on the trajectory. I'm Anthonie Etienne, an LMFT, Pastoral Counselor & Ordained Minister. I specialize in aiding adults, couples, teens, and families confronting life's trials. I specialize in providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals and couples facing a wide range of life's challenges.
Accepting new referrals! Are you struggling with life and want to gain back some control? Have life's challenges gotten overwhelming for you? Let's work together to set your life back on the trajectory. I'm Anthonie Etienne, an LMFT, Pastoral Counselor & Ordained Minister. I specialize in aiding adults, couples, teens, and families confronting life's trials. I specialize in providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals and couples facing a wide range of life's challenges.
(909) 326-2260 View (909) 326-2260
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Maria Theresa Taheny
Psychological Associate, MA, PHD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 94203  (Online Only)
As a collaborative practitioner, I work closely with clients and explore experiences to find meaning while utilizing humanistic, psychodynamic and experiential techniques, changing the emotional triggers of trauma, thereby changing how you respond to the world. Therapy is an interactive and dynamic process, affecting the way we see ourselves. Everything we do makes perfect sense and to change what we do requires understanding why it makes sense. I work in a way that honors all parts of self. I am a Christian in the Catholic tradition and honor all religious and spiritual journeys.
As a collaborative practitioner, I work closely with clients and explore experiences to find meaning while utilizing humanistic, psychodynamic and experiential techniques, changing the emotional triggers of trauma, thereby changing how you respond to the world. Therapy is an interactive and dynamic process, affecting the way we see ourselves. Everything we do makes perfect sense and to change what we do requires understanding why it makes sense. I work in a way that honors all parts of self. I am a Christian in the Catholic tradition and honor all religious and spiritual journeys.
(916) 623-7724 View (916) 623-7724
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Rene Quispe Sandoval
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95831
Not accepting new clients
Thank you for visiting my profile. At this time I am NOT accepting any new clients. You can visit my website: www.renelcsw.com and under the tab "Help is here now" you can find a list of other licensed therapists I would personally recommend to help with your need, please. I will likely re-open my practice to new clients in early 2024. Thank you.
Thank you for visiting my profile. At this time I am NOT accepting any new clients. You can visit my website: www.renelcsw.com and under the tab "Help is here now" you can find a list of other licensed therapists I would personally recommend to help with your need, please. I will likely re-open my practice to new clients in early 2024. Thank you.
(916) 827-4196 View (916) 827-4196

Online Therapists

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Jane Loya Ryan
PhD, MS
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Clients seek me out to become outstanding leaders in a dynamic world. They want a trusted guide to elevate their lives and leadership. Today's world reshapes our thinking, emotions, actions, resilience, and triumphs. Upholding integrity, values, and purpose amid shifting priorities is demanding. Emotional intelligence unlocks your full potential, fostering thriving, not just surviving. As your coach, I support you in conquering unique challenges, realizing your vision, and reaching your goals, empowering you to adapt, evolve, and lead exceptionally.
Clients seek me out to become outstanding leaders in a dynamic world. They want a trusted guide to elevate their lives and leadership. Today's world reshapes our thinking, emotions, actions, resilience, and triumphs. Upholding integrity, values, and purpose amid shifting priorities is demanding. Emotional intelligence unlocks your full potential, fostering thriving, not just surviving. As your coach, I support you in conquering unique challenges, realizing your vision, and reaching your goals, empowering you to adapt, evolve, and lead exceptionally.
(650) 675-2823 View (650) 675-2823
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Alfred Gomes Jr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPS
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95973
Hello, I'd like to express deep appreciation to you for taking the first step to addressing what concerns, challenges, and issues that may be happening for you. It takes courage to take the first step to toward growth, self-awareness, self-love, and healing. We live in an ever changing world and we are expected to be constantly evolving and adapting to these changes. Life can be overwhelming, unpredictable, and challenging at times. I would love the opportunity to support you in your journey to feeling hopeful, healthier, happier and motivated to reach your goals. Thank you for taking the time in reviewing my profile.
Hello, I'd like to express deep appreciation to you for taking the first step to addressing what concerns, challenges, and issues that may be happening for you. It takes courage to take the first step to toward growth, self-awareness, self-love, and healing. We live in an ever changing world and we are expected to be constantly evolving and adapting to these changes. Life can be overwhelming, unpredictable, and challenging at times. I would love the opportunity to support you in your journey to feeling hopeful, healthier, happier and motivated to reach your goals. Thank you for taking the time in reviewing my profile.
(530) 924-5372 View (530) 924-5372
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Mitze A. Burnett
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, BCBA
Verified Verified
Napa, CA 94558
I believe in you! It would be an honor to meet you and I look forward to our relationship together. My theoretical orientation can be described as person-centered therapy where I as the therapist provide an accepting and non-judgmental environment for each client. Each person I meet with has within himself or herself vast resources for self-understanding, for altering his or her self-concept, attitudes and self-directed behavior. These resources can be tapped when a definable climate of therapeutic rapport is developed. I look forward to hearing from you so that we may start the journey together! :)
I believe in you! It would be an honor to meet you and I look forward to our relationship together. My theoretical orientation can be described as person-centered therapy where I as the therapist provide an accepting and non-judgmental environment for each client. Each person I meet with has within himself or herself vast resources for self-understanding, for altering his or her self-concept, attitudes and self-directed behavior. These resources can be tapped when a definable climate of therapeutic rapport is developed. I look forward to hearing from you so that we may start the journey together! :)
(707) 737-6644 View (707) 737-6644
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Kara Lemke
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
Are you concerned about your child's development? Is you child's behavior impacting their school performance? Does your child have difficulty making friends? Is your child struggling in school? The Healthy Minds team focuses on supporting young children, adolescents and their families. We offer a variety of services including individual therapy, parenting therapy, family therapy, speech therapy, and comprehensive assessments. Through custom assessments, we can provide information for you to better understand your child and connect you with appropriate resources and services.
Are you concerned about your child's development? Is you child's behavior impacting their school performance? Does your child have difficulty making friends? Is your child struggling in school? The Healthy Minds team focuses on supporting young children, adolescents and their families. We offer a variety of services including individual therapy, parenting therapy, family therapy, speech therapy, and comprehensive assessments. Through custom assessments, we can provide information for you to better understand your child and connect you with appropriate resources and services.
(925) 201-5460 View (925) 201-5460
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Vince Giacomelli
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Altos, CA 94022
Vince Giacomelli, LMFT, has been licensed in California since 2009 and currently holds licenses in six states. With an impressive 40 years of experience, he has dedicated his career to providing a broad range of services, including administrative, clinical, supervisory, managerial, and consulting services in clinical community mental health settings.
Vince Giacomelli, LMFT, has been licensed in California since 2009 and currently holds licenses in six states. With an impressive 40 years of experience, he has dedicated his career to providing a broad range of services, including administrative, clinical, supervisory, managerial, and consulting services in clinical community mental health settings.
(650) 487-3445 View (650) 487-3445
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Christina Ashley Young
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Corte Madera, CA 94925
My clients tend to be people who want to feel more in control of their emotions, more effective at getting what they want, less stuck, more flexible, more connected and really just more at peace. They seek relief from patterns - sometimes chronic and severe, sometimes only subtly troublesome - of painful emotions, negative self-talk and thoughts, rumination, relationship instability and self sabotaging behaviors. Many of my clients tend to have had very painful formative or recent experiences of invalidation that have been difficult or confusing. https://www.christinayoungtherapy.com/
My clients tend to be people who want to feel more in control of their emotions, more effective at getting what they want, less stuck, more flexible, more connected and really just more at peace. They seek relief from patterns - sometimes chronic and severe, sometimes only subtly troublesome - of painful emotions, negative self-talk and thoughts, rumination, relationship instability and self sabotaging behaviors. Many of my clients tend to have had very painful formative or recent experiences of invalidation that have been difficult or confusing. https://www.christinayoungtherapy.com/
(415) 650-0628 View (415) 650-0628
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Rachel E Rosen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Vallejo, CA 94590
Waitlist for new clients
What if YOU are not the problem? You've been told—or felt—that you're "too much" (too needy, too picky, too loud, too sensitive, etc.), or that you're "not reaching your potential." You feel stuck– watching yourself repeat patterns &/or struggling against yourself and the world; the life you long for seeming out of reach. Maybe you're unclear what you want, how you feel, or even who you are. Maybe you know, but can't seem to live it; you're trying to figure out how to actually be yourself in this world. Perhaps you've wondered if you have chronic depression, anxiety, ADHD or autism; or maybe you just know you need some help.
What if YOU are not the problem? You've been told—or felt—that you're "too much" (too needy, too picky, too loud, too sensitive, etc.), or that you're "not reaching your potential." You feel stuck– watching yourself repeat patterns &/or struggling against yourself and the world; the life you long for seeming out of reach. Maybe you're unclear what you want, how you feel, or even who you are. Maybe you know, but can't seem to live it; you're trying to figure out how to actually be yourself in this world. Perhaps you've wondered if you have chronic depression, anxiety, ADHD or autism; or maybe you just know you need some help.
(510) 240-8738 View (510) 240-8738
Emotionally Focused Therapists

Who is emotionally focused therapy for?

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?

People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?

Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?

EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.