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Karen Fischer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kernville, CA 93238  (Online Only)
I specialize in assisting you in your recovery from depression, anxiety, OCD and PTSD with proven methods including EMDR, family, DBT, and couples therapies. EMDR targets trauma reactions utilizing the body's natural pathways for reducing emotional distress. DBT works to reduce emotional distress. I also work with adolescents experiencing eating disorders using family based treatment proven to yield the best results in working with your family and your child. I have over 26 years of experience. All services are via telehealth so you can access my services wherever you desire.
I specialize in assisting you in your recovery from depression, anxiety, OCD and PTSD with proven methods including EMDR, family, DBT, and couples therapies. EMDR targets trauma reactions utilizing the body's natural pathways for reducing emotional distress. DBT works to reduce emotional distress. I also work with adolescents experiencing eating disorders using family based treatment proven to yield the best results in working with your family and your child. I have over 26 years of experience. All services are via telehealth so you can access my services wherever you desire.
(760) 906-9440 View (760) 906-9440
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Renee Pair
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Seeking counsel outside your circle of family and friends is often a difficult decision to make. I feel therapy begins with a genuine connection between the therapist and client. Within this relationship I offer a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate environment in which clients find their inner strength, healing, and personal growth. My goal is to assist clients find skills needed to work through the difficulties that have prevented them from moving forward. Whether you are struggling with personal growth, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, or just need constructive feedback, therapy can be a life enriching experience.
Seeking counsel outside your circle of family and friends is often a difficult decision to make. I feel therapy begins with a genuine connection between the therapist and client. Within this relationship I offer a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate environment in which clients find their inner strength, healing, and personal growth. My goal is to assist clients find skills needed to work through the difficulties that have prevented them from moving forward. Whether you are struggling with personal growth, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, or just need constructive feedback, therapy can be a life enriching experience.
(805) 429-4207 View (805) 429-4207
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Pinkal Shah
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93309  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide safe, accepting, and mindful environment as well as culturally sensitive services for children, adults, and families who are experiencing difficulties with emotional stress such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, behavioral issues such as ADHD, defiant, and oppositional behaviors, culture-related stress such as immigration and issues regarding identity including gender variant clients.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide safe, accepting, and mindful environment as well as culturally sensitive services for children, adults, and families who are experiencing difficulties with emotional stress such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, behavioral issues such as ADHD, defiant, and oppositional behaviors, culture-related stress such as immigration and issues regarding identity including gender variant clients.
(661) 231-3212 View (661) 231-3212
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Jessica Gilligan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93309
Hello, I'm Jessica Gilligan, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 10 years of experience providing therapy to children, teens, young adults (18-25 yrs. old), and their parents/family members. I value holding a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients, so they can process whatever they need to, and find solutions that work for them. I have the most experience treating teens and young adults with Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Low Self-Esteem, LGBTQIA+ topics, Anger Management, and Communication/Social Skill development. I'm comfortable providing individual and/or group therapy.
Hello, I'm Jessica Gilligan, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 10 years of experience providing therapy to children, teens, young adults (18-25 yrs. old), and their parents/family members. I value holding a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients, so they can process whatever they need to, and find solutions that work for them. I have the most experience treating teens and young adults with Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Low Self-Esteem, LGBTQIA+ topics, Anger Management, and Communication/Social Skill development. I'm comfortable providing individual and/or group therapy.
(661) 338-5312 View (661) 338-5312
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Marina Alexander
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93307
My name is Marina Alexander, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I was born in Ukraine and speak Russian fluently. I work with adults and couples and specialize in anxiety and stress management, alleviating trauma and PTSD, managing life transitions, issues related to aging, and of course - challenges in interpersonal relationships. I am also a Transformational Life coach, trained and certified by the Brave Thinking Institute.
My name is Marina Alexander, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I was born in Ukraine and speak Russian fluently. I work with adults and couples and specialize in anxiety and stress management, alleviating trauma and PTSD, managing life transitions, issues related to aging, and of course - challenges in interpersonal relationships. I am also a Transformational Life coach, trained and certified by the Brave Thinking Institute.
(661) 766-0725 View (661) 766-0725
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Violet Alcantar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93308  (Online Only)
Hello, I’m Violet, a licensed therapist with 12 years of experience helping individuals to find hope and healing to overcome all of life’s challenges. Whether it be grief, loss, life changes and transitions, anxiety or trauma, relationship concerns, parenting struggles or family conflict, I would be honored to walk alongside you on your healing journey. I specialize in working with anxiety/trauma, infertility, new parents, and pregnancy/postpartum concerns. I also have experience and a heart for working with parents of special needs children.
Hello, I’m Violet, a licensed therapist with 12 years of experience helping individuals to find hope and healing to overcome all of life’s challenges. Whether it be grief, loss, life changes and transitions, anxiety or trauma, relationship concerns, parenting struggles or family conflict, I would be honored to walk alongside you on your healing journey. I specialize in working with anxiety/trauma, infertility, new parents, and pregnancy/postpartum concerns. I also have experience and a heart for working with parents of special needs children.
(661) 732-2211 View (661) 732-2211
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Gary Snider
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Delano, CA 93215
Hi, I'm Gary Snider, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I am a seasoned clinician with 13+ years of experience in the mental field. I work with individuals in a variety of areas (specializing in adolescents/teens) including anger management, anxiety, behavioral issues, coping skills, depression, family conflict, peer relationships, and stress, amongst others. My approach to therapy includes utilization of methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, Coaching, and EMDR.
Hi, I'm Gary Snider, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I am a seasoned clinician with 13+ years of experience in the mental field. I work with individuals in a variety of areas (specializing in adolescents/teens) including anger management, anxiety, behavioral issues, coping skills, depression, family conflict, peer relationships, and stress, amongst others. My approach to therapy includes utilization of methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, Coaching, and EMDR.
(661) 724-4272 View (661) 724-4272
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Sanjeshni Sen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93309
My name is Sanjeshni Sen. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 105067). I utilize a person centered/humanistic approach to therapy. My areas of practice include depression, anxiety, grief, stage of life transitions, interpersonal relationships/conflicts, PTSD, women's issues, coping skills, and addiction/ relapse prevention. I have worked with individuals from varies paths of life. This includes working with individuals with mood disorders, comorbidity, life transitions, self-esteem, family conflict, peer/ romantic relationships, grief, perinatal (pregnancy, postpartum), LGBTQ+ and racial identity.
My name is Sanjeshni Sen. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 105067). I utilize a person centered/humanistic approach to therapy. My areas of practice include depression, anxiety, grief, stage of life transitions, interpersonal relationships/conflicts, PTSD, women's issues, coping skills, and addiction/ relapse prevention. I have worked with individuals from varies paths of life. This includes working with individuals with mood disorders, comorbidity, life transitions, self-esteem, family conflict, peer/ romantic relationships, grief, perinatal (pregnancy, postpartum), LGBTQ+ and racial identity.
(661) 463-9826 View (661) 463-9826
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Lourdes T Cortez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93312  (Online Only)
I respect clients and their family’s spiritual values and can assist them through processing and clarifying their feelings regarding their higher power.
<I have Saturday and evening appointments available> My name is Lourdes T. Cortez and have experience assisting adults, children, teenagers, and their families improving their lives. I firmly believe in every person’s inner strength and resiliency in overcoming any obstacles or challenging situations in their lives. I am fluent in Spanish and as an immigrant I can relate to the Hispanic cultural values and spiritual beliefs as well as other cultural diverse groups. I am skilled in working with Adolescents, Adults, Children, Young Adults Transitioning into Adulthood, ADHD, Anxiety/Depressive Disorders, Domestic Violence and Trauma.
I respect clients and their family’s spiritual values and can assist them through processing and clarifying their feelings regarding their higher power.
<I have Saturday and evening appointments available> My name is Lourdes T. Cortez and have experience assisting adults, children, teenagers, and their families improving their lives. I firmly believe in every person’s inner strength and resiliency in overcoming any obstacles or challenging situations in their lives. I am fluent in Spanish and as an immigrant I can relate to the Hispanic cultural values and spiritual beliefs as well as other cultural diverse groups. I am skilled in working with Adolescents, Adults, Children, Young Adults Transitioning into Adulthood, ADHD, Anxiety/Depressive Disorders, Domestic Violence and Trauma.
(661) 490-9681 View (661) 490-9681
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Stephanie Cree
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93309
Hi. I am Stephanie Cree, a licensed Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist. I hold a Master of Science degree in Counseling Education and a Master of Arts Degree in Psychology. My approach to therapy is that you are a whole person & as such I address your body, mind, & spirit in sessions. I began with Humanistic psychology & have studied Imaginal Psychology and several other theories. I will use what I know for what you need.
Hi. I am Stephanie Cree, a licensed Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist. I hold a Master of Science degree in Counseling Education and a Master of Arts Degree in Psychology. My approach to therapy is that you are a whole person & as such I address your body, mind, & spirit in sessions. I began with Humanistic psychology & have studied Imaginal Psychology and several other theories. I will use what I know for what you need.
(707) 370-0852 View (707) 370-0852
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Laticia Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Delano, CA 93215
Hi, I'm Laticia Rodriguez (She/Her) and I am a License Marriage and Family Therapist based in Southern California working with clients statewide via Telehealth. If you're feeling stuck in a negative cycle with anxiety, depression, trauma responses, ADHD, or even within your relationship, I'm here to help you experience the change, relief, and lightness you're looking for. I'm a therapist with a passion for change work that makes a real difference in the lives of individuals (adolescents through adults), families, and couples that I see.
Hi, I'm Laticia Rodriguez (She/Her) and I am a License Marriage and Family Therapist based in Southern California working with clients statewide via Telehealth. If you're feeling stuck in a negative cycle with anxiety, depression, trauma responses, ADHD, or even within your relationship, I'm here to help you experience the change, relief, and lightness you're looking for. I'm a therapist with a passion for change work that makes a real difference in the lives of individuals (adolescents through adults), families, and couples that I see.
(650) 643-5549 View (650) 643-5549
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Robert Sperring
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93305
Hello. My therapeutic approach honors the past but points to now, and to the future. My goal for you is the, "restoration of self" before the pain, with more happiness, and higher functioning in all aspects of your life. Together we will walk through your struggles, and we will come to the other side back to who you are; stronger, happier, and better able to deal with this thing called life. whether is it for you, as a couple, or family. Give yourself a chance to reclaim who you are and want to be.
Hello. My therapeutic approach honors the past but points to now, and to the future. My goal for you is the, "restoration of self" before the pain, with more happiness, and higher functioning in all aspects of your life. Together we will walk through your struggles, and we will come to the other side back to who you are; stronger, happier, and better able to deal with this thing called life. whether is it for you, as a couple, or family. Give yourself a chance to reclaim who you are and want to be.
(408) 668-0154 View (408) 668-0154
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Lysette Etti-Eyong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93314
I am Lysette Etti-Eyong, a licensed Clinical Therapist with over 12 years of clinical experience in an outpatient mental health clinic. My clients have included children, adolescents, parents, and legal guardians. I approach therapy as a healing process with a passion for supporting individual growth and empowerment. I also have extensive experience providing family therapy to improve communication, solve family problems, and support a better-functioning home environment.
I am Lysette Etti-Eyong, a licensed Clinical Therapist with over 12 years of clinical experience in an outpatient mental health clinic. My clients have included children, adolescents, parents, and legal guardians. I approach therapy as a healing process with a passion for supporting individual growth and empowerment. I also have extensive experience providing family therapy to improve communication, solve family problems, and support a better-functioning home environment.
(669) 322-8416 View (669) 322-8416
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Jennifer Kolbow
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93312
My name is Jennifer Kolbow, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Corona, CA, and providing telehealth to clients throughout California. I enjoy working with families, parents as well as children and teens individually, in order to reduce symptoms and improve relationships. My approach works well with children and teens struggling with anger and irritability, withdrawal and isolation, low self-esteem, and excessive worry. I also help adults struggling with all stages of parenting from infertility to postpartum to empty nesters, and all of the transitions in between.
My name is Jennifer Kolbow, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Corona, CA, and providing telehealth to clients throughout California. I enjoy working with families, parents as well as children and teens individually, in order to reduce symptoms and improve relationships. My approach works well with children and teens struggling with anger and irritability, withdrawal and isolation, low self-esteem, and excessive worry. I also help adults struggling with all stages of parenting from infertility to postpartum to empty nesters, and all of the transitions in between.
(747) 239-5468 View (747) 239-5468
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Donald Kirk Weintz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93305
Waitlist for new clients
My work with clients for over 29 years has allowed me to be part of a special journey with each person, couple, and family. My experience in serving as a psychotherapist, with multiple ages, socioeconomic, and culturally diverse clients has allowed me to learn how clients have needs and life goals, which are part of their life journey. I work with clients to identify who is writing their story in positive and adverse ways, which causes them to be 'stuck', wounded, or lost. During the therapy process, we explore skills and/or deep healing to assist them in moving toward healthier experiences, relationships, and living with purpose.
My work with clients for over 29 years has allowed me to be part of a special journey with each person, couple, and family. My experience in serving as a psychotherapist, with multiple ages, socioeconomic, and culturally diverse clients has allowed me to learn how clients have needs and life goals, which are part of their life journey. I work with clients to identify who is writing their story in positive and adverse ways, which causes them to be 'stuck', wounded, or lost. During the therapy process, we explore skills and/or deep healing to assist them in moving toward healthier experiences, relationships, and living with purpose.
(559) 205-9087 View (559) 205-9087
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Veronica Calkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93304
A Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in trauma, crisis, grief, anxiety, depression, and relationships. Veronica provides an empathetic and caring environment to work through challenges without judgment. Veronica obtained her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Applied Developmental Psychology and Master’s in Social Welfare at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She is trained in CBT, DBT, and family and couples therapy. She is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and the administration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Deep-Brain Theta Stimulation.
A Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in trauma, crisis, grief, anxiety, depression, and relationships. Veronica provides an empathetic and caring environment to work through challenges without judgment. Veronica obtained her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Applied Developmental Psychology and Master’s in Social Welfare at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She is trained in CBT, DBT, and family and couples therapy. She is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and the administration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Deep-Brain Theta Stimulation.
(310) 905-5816 View (310) 905-5816
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Lindsey Watkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93309
My passion is working with children, teens, adults and parents who yearn to discover their authentic selves, explore and heal past wounds in a way that allows for deeper connection to all parts of self and to tap into, regulate with and respond to the wisdom of the body and emotions (your embodied nervous system) in a way that guides you toward fulfilled living. The approach I offer is shaped by my professional training and personal experiences as well as over a decade of work helping children and families through a local non-profit agency where I developed specialties in PTSD, anxiety, depression, body image and women's issues.
My passion is working with children, teens, adults and parents who yearn to discover their authentic selves, explore and heal past wounds in a way that allows for deeper connection to all parts of self and to tap into, regulate with and respond to the wisdom of the body and emotions (your embodied nervous system) in a way that guides you toward fulfilled living. The approach I offer is shaped by my professional training and personal experiences as well as over a decade of work helping children and families through a local non-profit agency where I developed specialties in PTSD, anxiety, depression, body image and women's issues.
(661) 501-0309 View (661) 501-0309
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Social Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with people to find the peace they desire in their life. Being a human is complicated, and if we have a poor support system or do not wish to burden our loved ones, we hire a therapist. I tell people I don't find problems, and we only work on what we feel comfortable with at the time. I love to help you reduce the side effects of trauma affecting your life. I can help you love yourself while creating boundaries needed to be happier. I can hold your hand, and we can find your best solutions, or I can cut to the chase and move forward to help you deal with the uncomfortable problems in your life.
I enjoy working with people to find the peace they desire in their life. Being a human is complicated, and if we have a poor support system or do not wish to burden our loved ones, we hire a therapist. I tell people I don't find problems, and we only work on what we feel comfortable with at the time. I love to help you reduce the side effects of trauma affecting your life. I can help you love yourself while creating boundaries needed to be happier. I can hold your hand, and we can find your best solutions, or I can cut to the chase and move forward to help you deal with the uncomfortable problems in your life.
(760) 254-0776 View (760) 254-0776
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Fabiola Uribe-Nava
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
My name is Fabiola, I am an LMFT. I work with those who are experiencing difficulty completing day-to-day tasks as a result of trauma or loss. Losing a loved one can be such a devastating event in our lives. I utilize art, and mindfulness, and make an attempt to emphasize the client’s strengths in order to bring healing. I also utilize E.M.D.R. to decrease the client’s distressing symptoms to increase coping. Life is a unique journey for each of us there are times in our lives when we may experience painful events and feel alone. It is helpful to reach out for support and help to not walk through those experiences alone.
My name is Fabiola, I am an LMFT. I work with those who are experiencing difficulty completing day-to-day tasks as a result of trauma or loss. Losing a loved one can be such a devastating event in our lives. I utilize art, and mindfulness, and make an attempt to emphasize the client’s strengths in order to bring healing. I also utilize E.M.D.R. to decrease the client’s distressing symptoms to increase coping. Life is a unique journey for each of us there are times in our lives when we may experience painful events and feel alone. It is helpful to reach out for support and help to not walk through those experiences alone.
(760) 276-6952 View (760) 276-6952
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Amanda Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rosamond, CA 93560  (Online Only)
Hi there! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Provider. My background is a combination of trauma and community-based mental health and I work with clients with an array of diverse backgrounds. My work with clients involves finding out how to address the concerns that stop you from living a fulfilling life. Finding answers to question such as: How can we move from surviving to thriving, becoming the best version of what we want for ourselves? Prior to becoming a psychotherapist I spent seven years in crisis work, working with individuals experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault.
Hi there! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Provider. My background is a combination of trauma and community-based mental health and I work with clients with an array of diverse backgrounds. My work with clients involves finding out how to address the concerns that stop you from living a fulfilling life. Finding answers to question such as: How can we move from surviving to thriving, becoming the best version of what we want for ourselves? Prior to becoming a psychotherapist I spent seven years in crisis work, working with individuals experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault.
(661) 449-9284 View (661) 449-9284

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.