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Alex Stephen Markels
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94901
Previous employment includes inpatient & out - patient substance abuse facilities, Marin County Crisis Unit, Buckelew Programs, Jewish Family and Children's Services.
I have over 25 years experience assisting people make significant changes in their life and learn strategies to lessen symptoms of depression, anxiety, bipolar and other disorders.
Previous employment includes inpatient & out - patient substance abuse facilities, Marin County Crisis Unit, Buckelew Programs, Jewish Family and Children's Services.
I have over 25 years experience assisting people make significant changes in their life and learn strategies to lessen symptoms of depression, anxiety, bipolar and other disorders.
(415) 857-4841 View (415) 857-4841
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David A Thomson, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, CAS
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94901
Do you feel that your everyday challenges are beginning to overwhelm you? Have you set goals for yourself, but you have not been able to achieve them? The solution is in sight. With skill, professionalism, empathy, and compassion I can help you to achieve your goals and the life that you want. Because you are a unique individual, I will tailor my treatment methods to fit your unique situation and needs. I believe that we all have what it takes to meet and conquer life's many challenges and difficulties.
Do you feel that your everyday challenges are beginning to overwhelm you? Have you set goals for yourself, but you have not been able to achieve them? The solution is in sight. With skill, professionalism, empathy, and compassion I can help you to achieve your goals and the life that you want. Because you are a unique individual, I will tailor my treatment methods to fit your unique situation and needs. I believe that we all have what it takes to meet and conquer life's many challenges and difficulties.
(415) 508-8805 View (415) 508-8805
Barbara Jean A Douglass
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94903  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and PhD with 15 years experience working with adults, children and youth. My goal is to help you in your path towards feeling better, and experiencing an improved sense of confidence, self-esteem and functioning in your life. My approach is one of respect, warmth, and attention to the dignity of every person. I utilize a humanistic and person-centered perspective, and maintain a psychodynamic framework for understanding my clients' emotional and therapeutic needs, to help you learn coping skills, and help you explore your options towards recovering a stronger sense of self, identity, spirituality, and balance.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and PhD with 15 years experience working with adults, children and youth. My goal is to help you in your path towards feeling better, and experiencing an improved sense of confidence, self-esteem and functioning in your life. My approach is one of respect, warmth, and attention to the dignity of every person. I utilize a humanistic and person-centered perspective, and maintain a psychodynamic framework for understanding my clients' emotional and therapeutic needs, to help you learn coping skills, and help you explore your options towards recovering a stronger sense of self, identity, spirituality, and balance.
(510) 949-3983 View (510) 949-3983

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Michael J. Mesmer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Larkspur, CA 94939
I have particular experience helping people manage anger and anxiety, end family violence, heal from trauma, and cope with grief and loss.
Alternatives increase our choices in life. Alternative psychotherapy considers all aspects of living, including work, lifestyle and spiritual practice, as well as thoughts and feelings, in healing our mind, body and spirit.
I have particular experience helping people manage anger and anxiety, end family violence, heal from trauma, and cope with grief and loss.
Alternatives increase our choices in life. Alternative psychotherapy considers all aspects of living, including work, lifestyle and spiritual practice, as well as thoughts and feelings, in healing our mind, body and spirit.
(458) 231-8560 View (458) 231-8560
Annemarie Sudermann
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Richmond, CA 94801
A satisfactory relationship to one's self is the most significant element in finding a way through life's challenges. Sometimes this pathway feels chaotic, confused, conflicted, or just not strong enough. Sometimes life experiences overwhelm our capacities to contain and reflect on their meaning for us in a way that keeps us from our potential as persons, as partners, or as an employee/job holder. Therapy offers an opportunity to listen to yourself in an uniquely individual, finely-tuned, non-judgmental way. Fears, sadnesses, and blocked places may all find they have something important to reveal to us when explored in a therapeutic relationship.
A satisfactory relationship to one's self is the most significant element in finding a way through life's challenges. Sometimes this pathway feels chaotic, confused, conflicted, or just not strong enough. Sometimes life experiences overwhelm our capacities to contain and reflect on their meaning for us in a way that keeps us from our potential as persons, as partners, or as an employee/job holder. Therapy offers an opportunity to listen to yourself in an uniquely individual, finely-tuned, non-judgmental way. Fears, sadnesses, and blocked places may all find they have something important to reveal to us when explored in a therapeutic relationship.
(510) 878-4522 View (510) 878-4522

Online Therapists

Photo of La Tanya Takla, Psychologist in San Rafael, CA
La Tanya Takla
Psychologist, EdD, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95815
I can help you tackle a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges, and I have specialized experience supporting those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, parenting/family conflict, and relationships.
Today you're a step closer to making meaningful changes in your life and carving your own path toward growth, fulfillment, and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist, I'll collaborate with and support you to cope more effectively with anxiety and depression, uncover and develop your potential, build a sense of belonging and strengthen healthy relationships, and accomplish what's uniquely important to you. While you can't change what's happened in the past, it's never too late to reach a better understanding of the life patterns that are limiting you and begin to create a better life aligned with your values and goals.
I can help you tackle a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges, and I have specialized experience supporting those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, parenting/family conflict, and relationships.
Today you're a step closer to making meaningful changes in your life and carving your own path toward growth, fulfillment, and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist, I'll collaborate with and support you to cope more effectively with anxiety and depression, uncover and develop your potential, build a sense of belonging and strengthen healthy relationships, and accomplish what's uniquely important to you. While you can't change what's happened in the past, it's never too late to reach a better understanding of the life patterns that are limiting you and begin to create a better life aligned with your values and goals.
(916) 945-9669 View (916) 945-9669
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Family Friendly Psychological Group, P.C.
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Modesto, CA 95355
Family Friendly Psychological Group, P.C (FFPG), care team focuses on the total person. We work with our potential patients in all aspects of their lives beginning from their presenting problems. Our interest is centered on the patient's ability to collaborate with the clinicians utilizing holistic healing strategies with the goal of enhancing personal growth and family unification.
Family Friendly Psychological Group, P.C (FFPG), care team focuses on the total person. We work with our potential patients in all aspects of their lives beginning from their presenting problems. Our interest is centered on the patient's ability to collaborate with the clinicians utilizing holistic healing strategies with the goal of enhancing personal growth and family unification.
(209) 257-8954 View (209) 257-8954
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Horizon Counseling Center Group Practice
Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MFT, Trainee
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Sacramento, CA 95691
Offices in Folsom, Roseville, Sacramento and West Sacramento. Check out our website for address locations. Our group of therapists are available to see adults, teens, children, couples, and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, hoarding, co-parenting, panic attacks, school issues, relationship issues, family communication, conflict management, parent/teen conflict, and anger management. They also have experience working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault survivors and the family who support them. We have therapists trained in Gottman Level 1 and 2, Brain Spotting, Sand-tray and EMDR.
Offices in Folsom, Roseville, Sacramento and West Sacramento. Check out our website for address locations. Our group of therapists are available to see adults, teens, children, couples, and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, hoarding, co-parenting, panic attacks, school issues, relationship issues, family communication, conflict management, parent/teen conflict, and anger management. They also have experience working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault survivors and the family who support them. We have therapists trained in Gottman Level 1 and 2, Brain Spotting, Sand-tray and EMDR.
(916) 347-4472 View (916) 347-4472
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Carter Care Therapeutic Services, Margena Carter
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94111
Carter Care offers Individual, Couples, Family & Group Therapy for adults and children.
Are you interested in living life to the fullest but struggle to achieve it? You've taken the first steps towards healing. Carter Care Therapeutic Services is dedicated to you! Regardless of what you're going through, our team of Licensed Therapist will strive to bring out the best in you. You're not alone. We can assist you in resolving your past pain! We will affirm your strengths and challenge you to use them. While promoting insight, healing and change in an environment full of warmth and genuineness. Carter Care Therapist are here to provide a safe, unbiased and non-judgmental environment.
Carter Care offers Individual, Couples, Family & Group Therapy for adults and children.
Are you interested in living life to the fullest but struggle to achieve it? You've taken the first steps towards healing. Carter Care Therapeutic Services is dedicated to you! Regardless of what you're going through, our team of Licensed Therapist will strive to bring out the best in you. You're not alone. We can assist you in resolving your past pain! We will affirm your strengths and challenge you to use them. While promoting insight, healing and change in an environment full of warmth and genuineness. Carter Care Therapist are here to provide a safe, unbiased and non-judgmental environment.
(469) 772-9097 View (469) 772-9097
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Bridge the Gap Addiction and Mental Health Service
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCADC, LAACD
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94612
We place special emphasis on all addiction disorders moderate and chronic issues. We specialize in non-medical detoxification that place emphasis's on spirituality. We promote abstinence by providing individualized treatment plans, family education, legal resources, local community resources, and Twelve Step groups. We provide other valuable classes court ordered domestic violence (men & women), driver under the influence and marriage/relationship classes. We offer four hour marijuana education classes.
We place special emphasis on all addiction disorders moderate and chronic issues. We specialize in non-medical detoxification that place emphasis's on spirituality. We promote abstinence by providing individualized treatment plans, family education, legal resources, local community resources, and Twelve Step groups. We provide other valuable classes court ordered domestic violence (men & women), driver under the influence and marriage/relationship classes. We offer four hour marijuana education classes.
(502) 547-8096 View (502) 547-8096
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Dr. Frederic Jones Phd Catc
Psychologist, PhD, DMin, CDAAC, RAS, DHom
Verified Verified
Woodland, CA 95695
To handle early family dynamics you may have developed patterns of responding that are no longer useful.
Drawing on 25 years experience in counseling and psychotherapy, I work with people in an engaged, interactive manner bringing both competency and compassion to the therapeutic relationship. I offer short term therapy to address such issues as relationship conflicts, career difficulties, grief reactions, or stress. I also offer in-depth therapy to help individuals resolve more on-going problems such as chronic depression, recurrent anxiety or difficulties arising from childhood traumas or dysfunctional families. By providing psychological expertise in a confidential, safe environment we can address challenging life issues with respect and care.
To handle early family dynamics you may have developed patterns of responding that are no longer useful.
Drawing on 25 years experience in counseling and psychotherapy, I work with people in an engaged, interactive manner bringing both competency and compassion to the therapeutic relationship. I offer short term therapy to address such issues as relationship conflicts, career difficulties, grief reactions, or stress. I also offer in-depth therapy to help individuals resolve more on-going problems such as chronic depression, recurrent anxiety or difficulties arising from childhood traumas or dysfunctional families. By providing psychological expertise in a confidential, safe environment we can address challenging life issues with respect and care.
(530) 322-8830 View (530) 322-8830
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Sharon Nagra
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
Yuba City, CA 95991
Hi! Thanks for making your way here! I’m Sharon and am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with an Emphasis in Medical Family Therapy. I am an empathic, warm, kind, and accepting therapist. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques and offer you tools that you can implement into your daily life. I want to work collaboratively with you to achieve your goals.
Hi! Thanks for making your way here! I’m Sharon and am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with an Emphasis in Medical Family Therapy. I am an empathic, warm, kind, and accepting therapist. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques and offer you tools that you can implement into your daily life. I want to work collaboratively with you to achieve your goals.
(530) 434-6318 View (530) 434-6318
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Edward L Prothero
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yuba City, CA 95991
With over 15,000 hours of experience as a marriage and family therapist specializing in multiple theoretical approaches I strive for Professionalism.
As a Cognitive Behavioral / Object relations therapist, my therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. With a broad spectrum of clients, common areas of focus are Trauma based anxiety and depression, PTSD, Childhood Trauma, Marriage challenges, Blended families.
With over 15,000 hours of experience as a marriage and family therapist specializing in multiple theoretical approaches I strive for Professionalism.
As a Cognitive Behavioral / Object relations therapist, my therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. With a broad spectrum of clients, common areas of focus are Trauma based anxiety and depression, PTSD, Childhood Trauma, Marriage challenges, Blended families.
(916) 668-4149 View (916) 668-4149
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Angela Moss Burns
LPC Intern, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Sacramento, CA 95691
My name is Angela Moss-Burns, Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, 7095. I am under the supervision of Jalena Rusaw, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, 109002. I work through Horizon Family and Community Services in West Sacramento, CA. I specialize in working with older teenagers young adults and elderly. I also enjoy working with couples.
My name is Angela Moss-Burns, Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, 7095. I am under the supervision of Jalena Rusaw, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, 109002. I work through Horizon Family and Community Services in West Sacramento, CA. I specialize in working with older teenagers young adults and elderly. I also enjoy working with couples.
(279) 529-0636 x326 View (279) 529-0636 x326
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Healing Pathways Psychological Services Inc
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95818
We help you remain active in family and community as a function of wellbeing.
As a group, we have served in Sacramento since 2007, offering various counseling services, groups, classes, and workshops. We practice from an ecosystemic perspective, an interconnected whole. As individuals living in the wider world we must interact with each other, attending to the health of our inner life and the health of our personal and public relationships. We must learn how to balance inner and outer peace with inner and outer freedom. As an ecosystem we function as a unit of very dynamic and complex symbiotic relationships. Our health depends on ensuring balance within ourselves and balance in our communities.
We help you remain active in family and community as a function of wellbeing.
As a group, we have served in Sacramento since 2007, offering various counseling services, groups, classes, and workshops. We practice from an ecosystemic perspective, an interconnected whole. As individuals living in the wider world we must interact with each other, attending to the health of our inner life and the health of our personal and public relationships. We must learn how to balance inner and outer peace with inner and outer freedom. As an ecosystem we function as a unit of very dynamic and complex symbiotic relationships. Our health depends on ensuring balance within ourselves and balance in our communities.
(916) 794-8436 View (916) 794-8436
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Family & Children's Counseling Services, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95192  (Online Only)
Parenting a child who has been through a trauma or unwanted transition takes courage, stamina, wisdom and support! We are Family & Children's Counseling Services and we help families heal play and love.
When our children's hearts have been broken, our hearts break, too. Parents often struggle with knowing how to care for a hurting child. The child's behaviors can be challenging. A parent's own unhealed wounds get triggered. Then, there's the parenting guilt! It can be overwhelming. We understand and we are here to help.
Parenting a child who has been through a trauma or unwanted transition takes courage, stamina, wisdom and support! We are Family & Children's Counseling Services and we help families heal play and love.
When our children's hearts have been broken, our hearts break, too. Parents often struggle with knowing how to care for a hurting child. The child's behaviors can be challenging. A parent's own unhealed wounds get triggered. Then, there's the parenting guilt! It can be overwhelming. We understand and we are here to help.
(530) 451-4151 View (530) 451-4151
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Amina Hosaini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95747  (Online Only)
Amina has also worked with juvenile delinquent youth providing individual and family therapy.
Amina Hosaini is a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Amina has obtained her masters degree from University of Connecticut with a concentration in group work. Amina obtained her bachelor’s degree from the University of Connecticut. Amina has experience working with various population such as adults, youth and children. Amina has experience working with high risk children who receive special education in a clinical day school. Amina works with 3-15 years of age of varying academic levels, learning abilities, and behavioral and emotional issues.
Amina has also worked with juvenile delinquent youth providing individual and family therapy.
Amina Hosaini is a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Amina has obtained her masters degree from University of Connecticut with a concentration in group work. Amina obtained her bachelor’s degree from the University of Connecticut. Amina has experience working with various population such as adults, youth and children. Amina has experience working with high risk children who receive special education in a clinical day school. Amina works with 3-15 years of age of varying academic levels, learning abilities, and behavioral and emotional issues.
(860) 782-6459 View (860) 782-6459
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Carter Care Therapeutic Services, Margena Carter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94111
Carter Care offers Individual, Couples, Family & Group Therapy for adults and children.
Are you interested in living life to the fullest but struggle to achieve it? You've taken the first steps towards healing. Carter Care Therapeutic Services is dedicated to you! Regardless of what you're going through, our team of Licensed Therapist will strive to bring out the best in you. You're not alone. We can assist you in resolving your past pain! We will affirm your strengths and challenge you to use them. While promoting insight, healing and change in an environment full of warmth and genuineness. Carter Care Therapist are here to provide a safe, unbiased and non-judgmental environment.
Carter Care offers Individual, Couples, Family & Group Therapy for adults and children.
Are you interested in living life to the fullest but struggle to achieve it? You've taken the first steps towards healing. Carter Care Therapeutic Services is dedicated to you! Regardless of what you're going through, our team of Licensed Therapist will strive to bring out the best in you. You're not alone. We can assist you in resolving your past pain! We will affirm your strengths and challenge you to use them. While promoting insight, healing and change in an environment full of warmth and genuineness. Carter Care Therapist are here to provide a safe, unbiased and non-judgmental environment.
(415) 319-9641 View (415) 319-9641
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Central Valley Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95814
Central Valley Family Therapy specializes in Early Childhood Infant Mental Health, Women's Reproductive Mental Health, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy and Individual Therapy.
Central Valley Family Therapy is a group practice whose sole focus is providing individuals, couples and families support through all walks of life. Our clinicians recognize the importance of quality treatment for each and every client that walks through our doors. We welcome clients with culturally diverse identities, backgrounds, socio-economic statuses, and experiences. We believe that every person who seeks support should have access to quality mental health services. Our focus is not only on your unique therapeutic goals, but in providing our clients with a warm, friendly and nurturing environment.
Central Valley Family Therapy specializes in Early Childhood Infant Mental Health, Women's Reproductive Mental Health, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy and Individual Therapy.
Central Valley Family Therapy is a group practice whose sole focus is providing individuals, couples and families support through all walks of life. Our clinicians recognize the importance of quality treatment for each and every client that walks through our doors. We welcome clients with culturally diverse identities, backgrounds, socio-economic statuses, and experiences. We believe that every person who seeks support should have access to quality mental health services. Our focus is not only on your unique therapeutic goals, but in providing our clients with a warm, friendly and nurturing environment.
(916) 269-5422 View (916) 269-5422
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Jenna E Wolfson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-PAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Felton, CA 95018
For the last 20 years my clinical training and experience has been focused on family system dynamics, child development, teen and adult substance use, and improving healthy communication.
The work you and I will do together is focused on your goals and needs and capitalizes on your strengths. My assessment process takes into account the biological, psychological, social, emotional, spiritual, and cultural aspects of your life. Once that assessment is completed, you and I will explore the issues and needs that you are trying to manage by utilizing a "motivational interviewing" approach. We then work to discover the maladaptive behaviors and coping mechanisms; and explore healthy, productive, and strengths-based strategies for getting these needs met.
For the last 20 years my clinical training and experience has been focused on family system dynamics, child development, teen and adult substance use, and improving healthy communication.
The work you and I will do together is focused on your goals and needs and capitalizes on your strengths. My assessment process takes into account the biological, psychological, social, emotional, spiritual, and cultural aspects of your life. Once that assessment is completed, you and I will explore the issues and needs that you are trying to manage by utilizing a "motivational interviewing" approach. We then work to discover the maladaptive behaviors and coping mechanisms; and explore healthy, productive, and strengths-based strategies for getting these needs met.
(805) 429-6264 View (805) 429-6264
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.