Family Therapy in 95823
Hi! I'm Christina Harner, a licensed marriage and family therapist. I'm also an active-duty military spouse and a veteran myself. believe therapy works for those that want to make change. I have worked extensively with couples dealing with domestic violence, cultural concerns, work-life balance, and military communities. I typically work with adults (over 18) that experience anxiety, depression, and stress due to relationship issues, work-life balance (or lack of), and family issues. As a parent (and one of 9 siblings) I relate well to the complex dynamics in merging family life and work life.
Hi! I'm Christina Harner, a licensed marriage and family therapist. I'm also an active-duty military spouse and a veteran myself. believe therapy works for those that want to make change. I have worked extensively with couples dealing with domestic violence, cultural concerns, work-life balance, and military communities. I typically work with adults (over 18) that experience anxiety, depression, and stress due to relationship issues, work-life balance (or lack of), and family issues. As a parent (and one of 9 siblings) I relate well to the complex dynamics in merging family life and work life.
I come from a strength-based, family-based and spiritually-based perspective.
My name is Felipe Amaya. I was born and raised in New Jersey from a family that immigrated to the U.S. from Colombia, South America. I was educated in Boston, but have spent the majority of my adult life in California. I am bilingual English/Spanish. In 2001, I received my Master's Degree in Social Work from California State University, Long Beach with a specialization in working with Older Adults and Families.
I come from a strength-based, family-based and spiritually-based perspective.
My name is Felipe Amaya. I was born and raised in New Jersey from a family that immigrated to the U.S. from Colombia, South America. I was educated in Boston, but have spent the majority of my adult life in California. I am bilingual English/Spanish. In 2001, I received my Master's Degree in Social Work from California State University, Long Beach with a specialization in working with Older Adults and Families.
My name is Ghazaleh Elyaszadeh, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (license 94650). I specialize in helping individuals, families, and kids. I have worked and treated many different clients who presented with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, bipolar and borderline symptoms. Being a therapist is a rewarding job, to be able to interact and help people through trust, communication and listening is what inspired me to become a therapist.
My name is Ghazaleh Elyaszadeh, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (license 94650). I specialize in helping individuals, families, and kids. I have worked and treated many different clients who presented with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, bipolar and borderline symptoms. Being a therapist is a rewarding job, to be able to interact and help people through trust, communication and listening is what inspired me to become a therapist.
My name is Edgar Cervantes, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked with diverse populations including 6 months old to 92 years old struggling with anxiety, depression, and drugs addiction. I have a multidimensional approach to work with my clients. However, I am more inclined to provide services from client center and DBT approach.
My name is Edgar Cervantes, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked with diverse populations including 6 months old to 92 years old struggling with anxiety, depression, and drugs addiction. I have a multidimensional approach to work with my clients. However, I am more inclined to provide services from client center and DBT approach.
Hello! My name is Anh Tran, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I focus on connecting and building trust first and foremost, allowing each client to lead their treatment. Having a specialty in art therapy, I typically use art and creative modalities to support clients towards self reflection and deeper insight into themselves and discover their own wisdom throughout their treatment. I am a first generation Vietnamese-American woman of color who is passionate about dismantling the stigma around therapy, mental health, and empowering ourselves and communities to reconnect to our true self.
Hello! My name is Anh Tran, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I focus on connecting and building trust first and foremost, allowing each client to lead their treatment. Having a specialty in art therapy, I typically use art and creative modalities to support clients towards self reflection and deeper insight into themselves and discover their own wisdom throughout their treatment. I am a first generation Vietnamese-American woman of color who is passionate about dismantling the stigma around therapy, mental health, and empowering ourselves and communities to reconnect to our true self.
Hi! My name is Nicole Vaccher and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. For the past 5 years I have practiced therapy in a variety of settings with various clients accumulating multiple approaches to best serve my clients. For the past almost 2 years I have worked with first responders and their family's treating anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, marital issues, divorce, family, PTSD, stress, and grief. I embrace Solution-Focused Therapy techniques and approaches in most of my sessions to provide my clients with goal setting that promotes healing progress.
Hi! My name is Nicole Vaccher and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. For the past 5 years I have practiced therapy in a variety of settings with various clients accumulating multiple approaches to best serve my clients. For the past almost 2 years I have worked with first responders and their family's treating anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, marital issues, divorce, family, PTSD, stress, and grief. I embrace Solution-Focused Therapy techniques and approaches in most of my sessions to provide my clients with goal setting that promotes healing progress.
Hi, my name is Mary Baez, therapist. I am licensed in the state of California as a Marriage and Family. My license number is 48302. I have been in the mental health field for 16 years. My first concern s building rapport and trust with clients. My approach is holistic and eclectic. I believe it is important to address the mind-body connection in mental health and I tailor my interventions to the individual needs of my clients thus taking an eclectic approach.
Hi, my name is Mary Baez, therapist. I am licensed in the state of California as a Marriage and Family. My license number is 48302. I have been in the mental health field for 16 years. My first concern s building rapport and trust with clients. My approach is holistic and eclectic. I believe it is important to address the mind-body connection in mental health and I tailor my interventions to the individual needs of my clients thus taking an eclectic approach.
Hi there, I'm Jennifer, a licensed marriage and family therapist. I entered the clinical field working with individuals with severe mental illness. Through my education and experience, I have learned that I identify as a CBT(Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) oriented therapist with a wide range of intervention techniques from DBT to Solution Focused to support my clients in working from where they are at. I have extensive experience working with teens to adults in transitional phases of life, school changes, work changes, and relationship changes.
Hi there, I'm Jennifer, a licensed marriage and family therapist. I entered the clinical field working with individuals with severe mental illness. Through my education and experience, I have learned that I identify as a CBT(Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) oriented therapist with a wide range of intervention techniques from DBT to Solution Focused to support my clients in working from where they are at. I have extensive experience working with teens to adults in transitional phases of life, school changes, work changes, and relationship changes.
My name is Lucia Montiel, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents and adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress and trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Relational-Based therapy, Solution Focused and Trauma Focus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start to feel better so that they can live their life to the best of their potential.
My name is Lucia Montiel, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents and adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress and trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Relational-Based therapy, Solution Focused and Trauma Focus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start to feel better so that they can live their life to the best of their potential.
Paola Vidauri
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95823 (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Paola Vidauri, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) offering therapy sessions via telehealth. I'm thrilled that you've taken this courageous step toward prioritizing your mental health and healing.
Hello! I'm Paola Vidauri, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) offering therapy sessions via telehealth. I'm thrilled that you've taken this courageous step toward prioritizing your mental health and healing.
I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 25 years. I believe that clients come to counseling not only to gain a better understanding of themselves, but with a desire to learn new skills and tools to apply to their lives. Please call me personally to discuss your needs.
I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 25 years. I believe that clients come to counseling not only to gain a better understanding of themselves, but with a desire to learn new skills and tools to apply to their lives. Please call me personally to discuss your needs.
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Kimberly L Allen-Hardey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95823
I specialize in parenting issues, family issues, developmental challenges,children who are victims of trauma, phase of life issues, and grief and loss.
Making the decision to talk to someone about your "problems" can be very scary and anxiety producing. What people often don't realize is that it is a very courageous step toward a more fulfilling life. I encourage my client to not only talk about their "problems" but to talk about what they do that "works". I believe that unlocking your true potential will help you to make choices that are different.
I specialize in parenting issues, family issues, developmental challenges,children who are victims of trauma, phase of life issues, and grief and loss.
Making the decision to talk to someone about your "problems" can be very scary and anxiety producing. What people often don't realize is that it is a very courageous step toward a more fulfilling life. I encourage my client to not only talk about their "problems" but to talk about what they do that "works". I believe that unlocking your true potential will help you to make choices that are different.
Laura Reames
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95823
I assist with relationship/couples counseling, family functioning, women's issues, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, life transitions, trauma and parenting.
"Are you feeling stressed, depleted and stuck? Do you find yourself repeating behavior patterns that don't help you move forward? Are you drifting apart in your relationships rather than experiencing the closeness you desire?" Taking a step to seek help can open the door of hope. I believe we all have the ability to change. I am Certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples (EFT) if you desire to reconnect. I am Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for shifting trauma and negative beliefs/behaviors. I also utilize Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM) & Feeling State Addiction Protocol (FSAP).
I assist with relationship/couples counseling, family functioning, women's issues, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, life transitions, trauma and parenting.
"Are you feeling stressed, depleted and stuck? Do you find yourself repeating behavior patterns that don't help you move forward? Are you drifting apart in your relationships rather than experiencing the closeness you desire?" Taking a step to seek help can open the door of hope. I believe we all have the ability to change. I am Certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples (EFT) if you desire to reconnect. I am Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for shifting trauma and negative beliefs/behaviors. I also utilize Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM) & Feeling State Addiction Protocol (FSAP).
I am a State Licensed Marriage Family Child Therapist with 26+ years experience in guiding Individuals, couples & children to develop the skills and understanding needed to find the loving connections we all long for.
In this time of need, finding a therapist is no small undertaking. We all hope to find a therapist with the needed clinical understanding and skills; but finding a therapist who actually authentically cares is much more difficult. I assure you that as your personal therapist; I care deeply about you and the outcome of your life situation.
"Your trust will not be misplaced."
I am a State Licensed Marriage Family Child Therapist with 26+ years experience in guiding Individuals, couples & children to develop the skills and understanding needed to find the loving connections we all long for.
In this time of need, finding a therapist is no small undertaking. We all hope to find a therapist with the needed clinical understanding and skills; but finding a therapist who actually authentically cares is much more difficult. I assure you that as your personal therapist; I care deeply about you and the outcome of your life situation.
"Your trust will not be misplaced."
Dennis Hollingsworth
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-ll
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95823
Other models used include Solution Focused, Developmental, Family Systems, Narrative and Play.
After splitting time between a non-profit community center and private practice for a number of years, I am now solely focused on private practice. I am excited about the opportunity to continue my work with individuals, couples, families and children. I approach my work with respect, cultural awareness and a strong belief in self-empowerment. Our time together will be supportive, collaborative, focused and goal driven. Although I am continually learning and searching for what works, Reality Therapy/Choice Theory is my primary theoretical approach. I also regularly use Feedback Informed Treatment measures.
Other models used include Solution Focused, Developmental, Family Systems, Narrative and Play.
After splitting time between a non-profit community center and private practice for a number of years, I am now solely focused on private practice. I am excited about the opportunity to continue my work with individuals, couples, families and children. I approach my work with respect, cultural awareness and a strong belief in self-empowerment. Our time together will be supportive, collaborative, focused and goal driven. Although I am continually learning and searching for what works, Reality Therapy/Choice Theory is my primary theoretical approach. I also regularly use Feedback Informed Treatment measures.
Hope for Healthy Families Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95823
We look forward to helping you and/or your family to learn specific tools to use in creating the life that you are hoping for.
Our non-profit counseling center offers affordable counseling to any member of the Elk Grove, Sacramento, and Galt communities. We are a low-cost options for those in need. We believe that we can help you find hope while learning how to live a more emotionally healthy life. Please call to set up an appointment or a free phone consultation.
We look forward to helping you and/or your family to learn specific tools to use in creating the life that you are hoping for.
Our non-profit counseling center offers affordable counseling to any member of the Elk Grove, Sacramento, and Galt communities. We are a low-cost options for those in need. We believe that we can help you find hope while learning how to live a more emotionally healthy life. Please call to set up an appointment or a free phone consultation.
individual therapy for all ages (children, teens, and adults), couples therapy, family therapy and we even have a specialty track to address the unique features of culture and immigration within your family background.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, as the world moves faster, it has become increasingly difficult to make meaningful connections, to live with purpose and to make sense of our experiences. Pushing away your needs and not taking the time to connect with yourself and understand who you are–who you want to be, can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. I believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life.
individual therapy for all ages (children, teens, and adults), couples therapy, family therapy and we even have a specialty track to address the unique features of culture and immigration within your family background.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, as the world moves faster, it has become increasingly difficult to make meaningful connections, to live with purpose and to make sense of our experiences. Pushing away your needs and not taking the time to connect with yourself and understand who you are–who you want to be, can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. I believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life.
Do you feel stuck, ashamed, guilt, can't move forward, don't want to move forward, experiencing family issues, relationship issues, can't maintain relationships, can't keep friends or just feeling alone? I can help you to not only alleviate yourself from those issues, but I can help you be happy and thrive.
I am the therapist that likes to meet you where you are and ensure that your therapy is exactly what you would like. I specialize in trauma recovery, anxiety, depression and mental health treatment and I am skilled in assisting you to become unstuck and meet your treatment goals. Let's go on this journey together.
Do you feel stuck, ashamed, guilt, can't move forward, don't want to move forward, experiencing family issues, relationship issues, can't maintain relationships, can't keep friends or just feeling alone? I can help you to not only alleviate yourself from those issues, but I can help you be happy and thrive.
I am the therapist that likes to meet you where you are and ensure that your therapy is exactly what you would like. I specialize in trauma recovery, anxiety, depression and mental health treatment and I am skilled in assisting you to become unstuck and meet your treatment goals. Let's go on this journey together.
Lisa Perkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95823 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Lisa Perkins and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
Do you feel alone, misunderstood and unsupported? Are you having difficulty managing the challenges in your life? Are you living a life unfulfilled and without purpose? You are not alone.
Hi, my name is Lisa Perkins and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
Do you feel alone, misunderstood and unsupported? Are you having difficulty managing the challenges in your life? Are you living a life unfulfilled and without purpose? You are not alone.
Erin Igarashi-Parra
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95823 (Online Only)
It can be very difficult to take steps toward positive change when facing challenges in life. Have you been having difficulties engaging in things you previously enjoyed? Are you isolating and finding it harder to talk to family or friends? If you are looking for a safe, empowering space where you can begin the process of healing, you have already taken your first step.
It can be very difficult to take steps toward positive change when facing challenges in life. Have you been having difficulties engaging in things you previously enjoyed? Are you isolating and finding it harder to talk to family or friends? If you are looking for a safe, empowering space where you can begin the process of healing, you have already taken your first step.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.