Therapists in Davis, CA
Lawrence Shweky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Davis, CA 95616
Life has many challenges, but they give us the opportunity to grow in new ways and discover our inner strengths. I use a variety of approaches to help clients work on these challenges, develop new insights and make difficult decisions. I am a focused listener and strive to create a safe and healing environment, but I am also an interactive participant who provides direct feedback. I have a quiet and calming office where clients can relax and connect to their inner world of thoughts and feelings. I provide individual, group, family and couples counseling to adolescents and adults of all backgrounds.
Life has many challenges, but they give us the opportunity to grow in new ways and discover our inner strengths. I use a variety of approaches to help clients work on these challenges, develop new insights and make difficult decisions. I am a focused listener and strive to create a safe and healing environment, but I am also an interactive participant who provides direct feedback. I have a quiet and calming office where clients can relax and connect to their inner world of thoughts and feelings. I provide individual, group, family and couples counseling to adolescents and adults of all backgrounds.
Danielle Spark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Davis, CA 95616 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience with adolescents suffering from anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, self-harm or conflict with peers and family.
My passion and focus are working with adolescents, children, and families experiencing distress in their relationships. I approach my work with clients from a place of genuine curiosity and understanding. I aim to provide a safe space where we can discuss the challenges getting in the way of achieving your goals and create a sustainable support system for lasting change in your life. I pride myself on being transparent during the process and an active participant in every session.
I have extensive experience with adolescents suffering from anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, self-harm or conflict with peers and family.
My passion and focus are working with adolescents, children, and families experiencing distress in their relationships. I approach my work with clients from a place of genuine curiosity and understanding. I aim to provide a safe space where we can discuss the challenges getting in the way of achieving your goals and create a sustainable support system for lasting change in your life. I pride myself on being transparent during the process and an active participant in every session.
Tamie Cox
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Davis, CA 95616
I have a masters in Mental Health Counseling, a Certificate in Systemic Couple and Family Therapy and in Integrative Nutrition-Health Coach.
My Goal is to support clients in exploring their past and present to uncover unhealthy patterns that may cause distress and stops them from creating the changes they seek. We will collaborate together to create strategies and solutions based on a holistic, cognitive, and psychodynamic approach that supports you in meeting your personal and professional goals, as well as creating lasting change in your life.
I have a masters in Mental Health Counseling, a Certificate in Systemic Couple and Family Therapy and in Integrative Nutrition-Health Coach.
My Goal is to support clients in exploring their past and present to uncover unhealthy patterns that may cause distress and stops them from creating the changes they seek. We will collaborate together to create strategies and solutions based on a holistic, cognitive, and psychodynamic approach that supports you in meeting your personal and professional goals, as well as creating lasting change in your life.
Joy Policar
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Davis, CA 95616
I help people turn toward more emotionally satisfying lives by providing a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate atmosphere that facilitates growth. Do you feel as though you are merely surviving rather than fully living? We often live and act out scripts that are no longer satisfying or, even worse, inhibiting and destructive. I can guide you through a process of self discovery that deepens your capacity to face current challenges and enrich relationships. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity shifts, addiction, or family crisis, I believe the therapeutic process provides a rich landscape in which to heal.
I help people turn toward more emotionally satisfying lives by providing a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate atmosphere that facilitates growth. Do you feel as though you are merely surviving rather than fully living? We often live and act out scripts that are no longer satisfying or, even worse, inhibiting and destructive. I can guide you through a process of self discovery that deepens your capacity to face current challenges and enrich relationships. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity shifts, addiction, or family crisis, I believe the therapeutic process provides a rich landscape in which to heal.
Maria T Del Rio Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Davis, CA 95616 (Online Only)
Welcome to my page! Hi, my name is Maria Del Rio Alvarez and I am an Associate Marriage and Family therapist and an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor. I am a first generation Mexican-American bilingual clinician with a love for culture and food. I enjoy working with families, youth and adults navigating through life challenges that include grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, generational relational trauma and life stress. I am committed to supporting you in a compassionate and nonjudgmental environment. I provide confidential telehealth services for my clients all across California.
Welcome to my page! Hi, my name is Maria Del Rio Alvarez and I am an Associate Marriage and Family therapist and an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor. I am a first generation Mexican-American bilingual clinician with a love for culture and food. I enjoy working with families, youth and adults navigating through life challenges that include grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, generational relational trauma and life stress. I am committed to supporting you in a compassionate and nonjudgmental environment. I provide confidential telehealth services for my clients all across California.
Elizabeth Saft
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Davis, CA 95616
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience. I completed my Ph.D. in clinical psychology of adults and children at the University of Virginia, including an internship at the University of Colorado Medical Center, and postdoctoral training at the Philadelphia Child Guidance Clinic, with a focus on family therapy and adolescence. I work with adults and older adolescents on issues including depression, anxiety, loss, and relationship difficulties.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience. I completed my Ph.D. in clinical psychology of adults and children at the University of Virginia, including an internship at the University of Colorado Medical Center, and postdoctoral training at the Philadelphia Child Guidance Clinic, with a focus on family therapy and adolescence. I work with adults and older adolescents on issues including depression, anxiety, loss, and relationship difficulties.
Emerge Center for Social and Emotional Learning
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Davis, CA 95616
Our staff have specialized training in the needs of adolescents, young adults and family systems.
EMERGE Center for Social and Emotional Learning provides a broad array of social, emotional and psychological support services with a primary focus on adolescents and young adults. EMERGE seeks to better engage young people in their own growth process by offering innovative programs and a diverse group of professionals who are skilled and passionate about working with youth. The years between 12-25 are a period of tremendous growth, angst, excitement and opportunity, where the challenge to emerge is never greater. Our goal is to facilitate that process.
Our staff have specialized training in the needs of adolescents, young adults and family systems.
EMERGE Center for Social and Emotional Learning provides a broad array of social, emotional and psychological support services with a primary focus on adolescents and young adults. EMERGE seeks to better engage young people in their own growth process by offering innovative programs and a diverse group of professionals who are skilled and passionate about working with youth. The years between 12-25 are a period of tremendous growth, angst, excitement and opportunity, where the challenge to emerge is never greater. Our goal is to facilitate that process.
Scott Weintraub
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Davis, CA 95616
You have the capacity to live in a way that is uniquely authentic, and there are times when our challenges feel too big to handle alone. Therapy is a collaborative team effort, and together we will work to understand how your experiences, identity, family, relationships, personal trauma, culture, and major life changes impact how you want to live your life. I will help you find insight and develop emotional management skills when anxiety, depression, or other experiences get in the way of your ability to actualize your fullest self.
You have the capacity to live in a way that is uniquely authentic, and there are times when our challenges feel too big to handle alone. Therapy is a collaborative team effort, and together we will work to understand how your experiences, identity, family, relationships, personal trauma, culture, and major life changes impact how you want to live your life. I will help you find insight and develop emotional management skills when anxiety, depression, or other experiences get in the way of your ability to actualize your fullest self.
Stephen Tessler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Davis, CA 95616
In my practice our work together is candid, compassionate and confidential to support your goals, healing and emotional well being. My psychotherapeutic work is with adolescents, children and adults; anxiety, depression and trauma; self defeating behaviors and problems that affect your or loved one's personal, school, work and family life.
In my practice our work together is candid, compassionate and confidential to support your goals, healing and emotional well being. My psychotherapeutic work is with adolescents, children and adults; anxiety, depression and trauma; self defeating behaviors and problems that affect your or loved one's personal, school, work and family life.
Candence Little
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Davis, CA 95616 (Online Only)
I choose a psychodynamic therapy model that best fits the presenting problems and goals of each person, couple or family.
I help people to better understand themselves, their psychological distress and their relationships. I focus on helping each person discover what they need to relieve suffering, to develop helpful coping skills and to improve relationships. When a person heals psychological wounds, learns helpful coping skills and makes desired personal and relationship changes, they experience not just relief but a greater feeling of wholeness . I work in a collaborative fashion and believe that empathy and understanding are key elements in my helping each person .
I choose a psychodynamic therapy model that best fits the presenting problems and goals of each person, couple or family.
I help people to better understand themselves, their psychological distress and their relationships. I focus on helping each person discover what they need to relieve suffering, to develop helpful coping skills and to improve relationships. When a person heals psychological wounds, learns helpful coping skills and makes desired personal and relationship changes, they experience not just relief but a greater feeling of wholeness . I work in a collaborative fashion and believe that empathy and understanding are key elements in my helping each person .
Dr. Carolee Tran
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Davis, CA 95618
My treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavioral, EMDR, Mindfulness-Based, Psychodynamic, and Family Therapy.
I am a Harvard-trained psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families affected by depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, and life's challenges. My treatment approach is collaborative, interactive, holistic (examining all factors that affect your functioning), and strength-based (identifying your strengths). I focus on symptom reduction and skills-building to optimize your quality of life. I will work with you to tailor a treatment plan that meets your specific needs and goals. I am bilingual in Vietnamese. My office is located in Midtown and is half a block from the light rail.
My treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavioral, EMDR, Mindfulness-Based, Psychodynamic, and Family Therapy.
I am a Harvard-trained psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families affected by depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, and life's challenges. My treatment approach is collaborative, interactive, holistic (examining all factors that affect your functioning), and strength-based (identifying your strengths). I focus on symptom reduction and skills-building to optimize your quality of life. I will work with you to tailor a treatment plan that meets your specific needs and goals. I am bilingual in Vietnamese. My office is located in Midtown and is half a block from the light rail.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Davis, CA 95616 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with children, teens, adults, & couples that struggle with life issues like school, work, family, relationships, past trauma, identity or sexual orientation and different stages, transitions or adversities of life that cause stress, fear, anxiety, depression, and/or trauma.
We all endure challenges at some point or another in our lives yet we continue to strive forward to find peace, solace, content, or happiness. Therapy can help identify those goals, overcome barriers, and henceforth, head toward betterment & enrichment via personal growth.
I specialize in working with children, teens, adults, & couples that struggle with life issues like school, work, family, relationships, past trauma, identity or sexual orientation and different stages, transitions or adversities of life that cause stress, fear, anxiety, depression, and/or trauma.
We all endure challenges at some point or another in our lives yet we continue to strive forward to find peace, solace, content, or happiness. Therapy can help identify those goals, overcome barriers, and henceforth, head toward betterment & enrichment via personal growth.
Janice Valdez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Davis, CA 95616
Hi, I’m Janice Valdez and I am a Licensed Marriage Family therapist. My career began providing services to individuals who suffer from addiction. For the last three years I have provided individual therapy to clients of all ages with an array of different issues including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, abuse, and more.
Hi, I’m Janice Valdez and I am a Licensed Marriage Family therapist. My career began providing services to individuals who suffer from addiction. For the last three years I have provided individual therapy to clients of all ages with an array of different issues including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, abuse, and more.
Elizabeth Trockey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Davis, CA 95616 (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Liz Trockey (she/her) and I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist who likes to use compassion, awareness building, and humor to support my clients in finding alignment within themselves. I believe that the client-therapist relationship is invaluable and recognize the privilege and honor of being able to witness emotional, relational, and spiritual growth. In the past four years, I have gained experience working with children, teens, and adults and utilize an attachment-based, trauma-informed approach to help clients find kindness and compassion for themselves.
Welcome! My name is Liz Trockey (she/her) and I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist who likes to use compassion, awareness building, and humor to support my clients in finding alignment within themselves. I believe that the client-therapist relationship is invaluable and recognize the privilege and honor of being able to witness emotional, relational, and spiritual growth. In the past four years, I have gained experience working with children, teens, and adults and utilize an attachment-based, trauma-informed approach to help clients find kindness and compassion for themselves.
Jennifer Gigena
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Davis, CA 95616
My name is Jennifer Gigena. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my focus is to foster an environment for individuals who are encountering challenges with various issues. My areas of focus include life transitions, complex trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship conflict. Our work together will be built on a solid foundation of trust, compassion, and respect. Harnessing the fear of what lies ahead with the curiosity that has brought you here today will guide us toward ending painful patterns, extinguishing thoughts of self-doubt, and creating the life that you want.
My name is Jennifer Gigena. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my focus is to foster an environment for individuals who are encountering challenges with various issues. My areas of focus include life transitions, complex trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship conflict. Our work together will be built on a solid foundation of trust, compassion, and respect. Harnessing the fear of what lies ahead with the curiosity that has brought you here today will guide us toward ending painful patterns, extinguishing thoughts of self-doubt, and creating the life that you want.
Emma Crissman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Davis, CA 95616
My name is Emma Crissman, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Orange County, CA and working statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in developmental trauma or trauma using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and the NeuroAffective Relational Model. I typically work with individuals who have experienced developmental trauma or went through a traumatic event in their life that later show up as symptoms of depression, anxiety, or PTSD. Individuals may be experiencing challenges in their intimate relationships or present with a poor sense of self.
My name is Emma Crissman, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Orange County, CA and working statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in developmental trauma or trauma using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and the NeuroAffective Relational Model. I typically work with individuals who have experienced developmental trauma or went through a traumatic event in their life that later show up as symptoms of depression, anxiety, or PTSD. Individuals may be experiencing challenges in their intimate relationships or present with a poor sense of self.
Arlene Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Davis, CA 95616
Welcome! My name is Arlene Yumol. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. You might find yourself here because you are trying to get through one of life's many battles. My goal is to join you in navigating these struggles so that you may find hope, healing, and lasting relationships. I am passionate about working with individuals, adolescents, couples, and families. I have experience working with clients on issues such as anxiety, depression, family conflict, grief/loss, identity issues, relationship struggles, and spiritual issues.
Welcome! My name is Arlene Yumol. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. You might find yourself here because you are trying to get through one of life's many battles. My goal is to join you in navigating these struggles so that you may find hope, healing, and lasting relationships. I am passionate about working with individuals, adolescents, couples, and families. I have experience working with clients on issues such as anxiety, depression, family conflict, grief/loss, identity issues, relationship struggles, and spiritual issues.
Amir Ramezani
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Davis, CA 95616 (Online Only)
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As James Baldwin famously said, "not everything that has been faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed unless faced", I also offer you the following poem: "When we feel safe, anything is possible. We become unstoppable. Because we have a firm ground to launch and a safe ground to land. We can then stand. Voice ourselves, show ourselves. Life becomes a dance."
com/health for more information about individual, family, classes/educational, and assessment services.
As James Baldwin famously said, "not everything that has been faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed unless faced", I also offer you the following poem: "When we feel safe, anything is possible. We become unstoppable. Because we have a firm ground to launch and a safe ground to land. We can then stand. Voice ourselves, show ourselves. Life becomes a dance."
Breakaway Child-Family Therapy
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Davis, CA 95616
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked in the field of child welfare for over 6 years, and have experience in working with juvenile justice, probation, adoptions, family reunification, transition from care, and survivors of human trafficking.
I am a mental health professional with a genuine passion for helping individuals and families in their struggles. I believe in authentic encounters with clients with unconditional regard where trust and safety take the center of the therapeutic relationship.
I have worked in the field of child welfare for over 6 years, and have experience in working with juvenile justice, probation, adoptions, family reunification, transition from care, and survivors of human trafficking.
I am a mental health professional with a genuine passion for helping individuals and families in their struggles. I believe in authentic encounters with clients with unconditional regard where trust and safety take the center of the therapeutic relationship.
Dafna Gatmon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Davis, CA 95616 (Online Only)
My work is active, compassionate, & collaborative. I enjoy working with clients who want to have a deeper understanding to be able to make positive changes. I work with couples & individuals to create a relationship that feels safe. I help my clients gain a deeper understanding, that reveals alternative choices & a path to building more connected & meaningful relationships. I also help my clients build on their strengths as I work with them supportively to attain their relationship & personal growth goals. I primarily work from an attachment theoretical orientation and integrate complimentary interventions to offer a tailored approach to my clients needs.
My work is active, compassionate, & collaborative. I enjoy working with clients who want to have a deeper understanding to be able to make positive changes. I work with couples & individuals to create a relationship that feels safe. I help my clients gain a deeper understanding, that reveals alternative choices & a path to building more connected & meaningful relationships. I also help my clients build on their strengths as I work with them supportively to attain their relationship & personal growth goals. I primarily work from an attachment theoretical orientation and integrate complimentary interventions to offer a tailored approach to my clients needs.
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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.