Family Therapy in Riverside, CA
Guy Balice
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92506
I have taught undergraduate and graduate students in marriage and family therapy, psychology, education, and social ecology for the last 13 years.
I believe that it is through the relationship with a caring and competent psychotherapist that clients experience emotional recovery and growth. I focus on the "here and now" in helping clients develop strategies to solve problems.
Some clients come to therapy because they want to make significant and long-lasting changes in their lives; they want to change patterns of behavior that have not met their needs well in the past. I work to help these clients identify difficulties in how they cope with and solve problems and to develop new coping skills.
I have taught undergraduate and graduate students in marriage and family therapy, psychology, education, and social ecology for the last 13 years.
I believe that it is through the relationship with a caring and competent psychotherapist that clients experience emotional recovery and growth. I focus on the "here and now" in helping clients develop strategies to solve problems.
Some clients come to therapy because they want to make significant and long-lasting changes in their lives; they want to change patterns of behavior that have not met their needs well in the past. I work to help these clients identify difficulties in how they cope with and solve problems and to develop new coping skills.
Erika Brinda
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
Hello! My name is Erika Brinda. I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 13 years of professional work experience. I love being a therapist and I appreciate the work that I do. I enjoy working with a diverse population and practice therapy with cultural humility. I am accustomed to working with the entire lifespan. I prefer working with adults. I have experience with treating depression, anxiety/panic disorders, trauma, sleep issues, adjustment disorders, divorce and family stressors, and mood disorders.
Hello! My name is Erika Brinda. I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 13 years of professional work experience. I love being a therapist and I appreciate the work that I do. I enjoy working with a diverse population and practice therapy with cultural humility. I am accustomed to working with the entire lifespan. I prefer working with adults. I have experience with treating depression, anxiety/panic disorders, trauma, sleep issues, adjustment disorders, divorce and family stressors, and mood disorders.
Jill A Johnson-Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92506
My dementia work is solution focused and designed to support the entire family.
I offer support, reorganizing, and reimagining life for those coping with chronic illness, dementia, and losses of all kinds. If you need help getting through grief that's what I do. For the time being I am online, where I meet clients and lead grief and dementia groups. My grief groups are 8 weeks, focused on working through the loss, and getting you to your new life. The dementia group is the 3rd Saturday of each month at https://www.facebook.com/Riversidedementiasupport/- and it's free of charge. I approach life, and therapy looking for the joy while managing the tough times- not letting them manage life. Call to see me.
My dementia work is solution focused and designed to support the entire family.
I offer support, reorganizing, and reimagining life for those coping with chronic illness, dementia, and losses of all kinds. If you need help getting through grief that's what I do. For the time being I am online, where I meet clients and lead grief and dementia groups. My grief groups are 8 weeks, focused on working through the loss, and getting you to your new life. The dementia group is the 3rd Saturday of each month at https://www.facebook.com/Riversidedementiasupport/- and it's free of charge. I approach life, and therapy looking for the joy while managing the tough times- not letting them manage life. Call to see me.
Kaoru (Kay) Pasache
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92507 (Online Only)
I believe quality dialogues are also necessary and possible in the therapy room between couples and family members for mutual understanding.
Are you experiencing pain, fear, and distress due to relationship challenges or life transitions? Are you feeling hopeless due to depression, anxiety, or trauma? Do you feel stuck with communication problems, boundary issues, or negative self-image? Are you hurt experiencing oppression or microaggression from others? Do you recognize yourself as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) and find interpersonal relationships emotionally exhausting? Are you feeling left behind from society due to an illness? I’d like to hear your story and help you process feelings, experience self-exploration/discovery, and cultivate self-compassion.
I believe quality dialogues are also necessary and possible in the therapy room between couples and family members for mutual understanding.
Are you experiencing pain, fear, and distress due to relationship challenges or life transitions? Are you feeling hopeless due to depression, anxiety, or trauma? Do you feel stuck with communication problems, boundary issues, or negative self-image? Are you hurt experiencing oppression or microaggression from others? Do you recognize yourself as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) and find interpersonal relationships emotionally exhausting? Are you feeling left behind from society due to an illness? I’d like to hear your story and help you process feelings, experience self-exploration/discovery, and cultivate self-compassion.
Suzanne McMaster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92503
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience. I enjoy helping individuals uncover and get connected to who they really are. I truly believe that each person is their own best expert in their life. I use Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused, and Narrative techniques to help people get connected to their own values and set themselves on a path to live the fulfilling life that they want to live. I find that we often need to uncover conditioned beliefs that have been instilled by culture and family systems that don't align with our true selves.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience. I enjoy helping individuals uncover and get connected to who they really are. I truly believe that each person is their own best expert in their life. I use Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused, and Narrative techniques to help people get connected to their own values and set themselves on a path to live the fulfilling life that they want to live. I find that we often need to uncover conditioned beliefs that have been instilled by culture and family systems that don't align with our true selves.
Angela R Hernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92506
Congratulations! You have taken the first step towards mental health and wellness. Seeking help from others when we feel lost and unsure of how to proceed can be a very difficult thing to do. I can help you find ways to manage many of lifes struggles. Whether you are having difficulty mangaging emotional issues, life changes, trauma, grief, family issues, or simply need guidance with day to day stressors, dont go it alone. I have many techniques and treatments to help you.
Congratulations! You have taken the first step towards mental health and wellness. Seeking help from others when we feel lost and unsure of how to proceed can be a very difficult thing to do. I can help you find ways to manage many of lifes struggles. Whether you are having difficulty mangaging emotional issues, life changes, trauma, grief, family issues, or simply need guidance with day to day stressors, dont go it alone. I have many techniques and treatments to help you.
Jasvinder K Mann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92503 (Online Only)
If you are feeling stuck and trapped or out of control due to anxiety, depression, panic attacks, marriage, children and other family issues, employment issues, life transition, OCD, low self-esteem, burnout, or stressful life events that are impacting your ability to function. Don't feel alone. Many of my clients feel stuck, not being fully present and unable to enjoy the moments with their loved ones. Please reach out for help. I am here for you. I will help you reach your goals and create the life you want. I provide counseling in a friendly environment where you can relax and be yourself.
If you are feeling stuck and trapped or out of control due to anxiety, depression, panic attacks, marriage, children and other family issues, employment issues, life transition, OCD, low self-esteem, burnout, or stressful life events that are impacting your ability to function. Don't feel alone. Many of my clients feel stuck, not being fully present and unable to enjoy the moments with their loved ones. Please reach out for help. I am here for you. I will help you reach your goals and create the life you want. I provide counseling in a friendly environment where you can relax and be yourself.
Robin Nichols
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92507
My life experience, along with working as a Marriage and Family Therapist at The Grove Community Church and a juvenile detention facility has given me insight and a unique perspective on diverse clientele.
Life is full of changes; changes can cause anxiety, depression, fear, or grief. Whether from relationship changes, loss or misunderstandings change can be overwhelming. My experience has shown that there are a number of ways to help someone; however, there is no one size fits all approach. Utilizing your strength we can find the best approach to fit your needs to gain empowerment to overcome the challenges of change. My style is compassionate, yet direct. Utilizing compassion, empathy and reality we can build the necessary skills needed to navigate the change, as well as the tools needed for future challenges.
My life experience, along with working as a Marriage and Family Therapist at The Grove Community Church and a juvenile detention facility has given me insight and a unique perspective on diverse clientele.
Life is full of changes; changes can cause anxiety, depression, fear, or grief. Whether from relationship changes, loss or misunderstandings change can be overwhelming. My experience has shown that there are a number of ways to help someone; however, there is no one size fits all approach. Utilizing your strength we can find the best approach to fit your needs to gain empowerment to overcome the challenges of change. My style is compassionate, yet direct. Utilizing compassion, empathy and reality we can build the necessary skills needed to navigate the change, as well as the tools needed for future challenges.
Dr. James 'jim' Husen
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, Esq
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92506
I have a great deal of experience with many things, including the law (I am an attorney, SBN 210313), Counseling Psychology (I am a Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT86502) and Human Behavior in General (I am a psychologist, PSY30102) which informs my work with the client.
Are you having relationship trouble? Are your kids out of control? Are you unhappy? Anxiety-ridden? Overall upset? Are you married to a narcissist or borderline? Are you being gaslighted? Does your child have ADHD? Are you needing court involved treatment of some sort, including reunification therapy and/or therapy for you and or your children. Did you lose a close loved one? Do you need coaching to reach your goals or keep you on track professionally? Call me.
I have a great deal of experience with many things, including the law (I am an attorney, SBN 210313), Counseling Psychology (I am a Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT86502) and Human Behavior in General (I am a psychologist, PSY30102) which informs my work with the client.
Are you having relationship trouble? Are your kids out of control? Are you unhappy? Anxiety-ridden? Overall upset? Are you married to a narcissist or borderline? Are you being gaslighted? Does your child have ADHD? Are you needing court involved treatment of some sort, including reunification therapy and/or therapy for you and or your children. Did you lose a close loved one? Do you need coaching to reach your goals or keep you on track professionally? Call me.
Hailey Jackson
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
I am now offering individual, group, and family counseling.
Hi, my name is Hailey. I am grateful to be in this profession where I get to experience all the human complexities that make you, you. I started my work in psychotherapy doing crisis care in a youth shelter. This environment helped to develop a deep compassion for humanity and the skills to be able to advocate for human rights. It was at this job that I knew being a therapist was what I was meant to do. I have experience working with students in high schools and community colleges, doing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to treat symptoms of anxiety, stress and depression.
I am now offering individual, group, and family counseling.
Hi, my name is Hailey. I am grateful to be in this profession where I get to experience all the human complexities that make you, you. I started my work in psychotherapy doing crisis care in a youth shelter. This environment helped to develop a deep compassion for humanity and the skills to be able to advocate for human rights. It was at this job that I knew being a therapist was what I was meant to do. I have experience working with students in high schools and community colleges, doing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to treat symptoms of anxiety, stress and depression.
Eileen Leveckis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92503
My name is Eileen Leveckis, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Santa Rosa. I support adolescents, adults, and families in finding their own path to personal growth, self-discovery, and healing. I work with individuals who are anxious, depressed, lonely, or simply overwhelmed by a life transition or event to help them access their intrinsic ability to heal and find their own inner strength.
My name is Eileen Leveckis, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Santa Rosa. I support adolescents, adults, and families in finding their own path to personal growth, self-discovery, and healing. I work with individuals who are anxious, depressed, lonely, or simply overwhelmed by a life transition or event to help them access their intrinsic ability to heal and find their own inner strength.
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Rebecca Hulbert
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, APCC, MS
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92506 (Online Only)
I also specialize in supporting family members of loved ones struggling with addiction.
Hello there, I’m Rebecca. The main factor that predicts successful therapy treatment is not the theories or interventions (or fancy couch), but the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and client. You deserve to feel that your therapist truly cares, listens attentively, and supports you. My approach has been described as warm, genuine, and direct. I believe that therapy is not a one size fits all, and that we bring our own individual needs when it comes to our mental health.
I also specialize in supporting family members of loved ones struggling with addiction.
Hello there, I’m Rebecca. The main factor that predicts successful therapy treatment is not the theories or interventions (or fancy couch), but the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and client. You deserve to feel that your therapist truly cares, listens attentively, and supports you. My approach has been described as warm, genuine, and direct. I believe that therapy is not a one size fits all, and that we bring our own individual needs when it comes to our mental health.
Maryam Goudarzi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92505
Maryam Goudarzi has over ten years of clinical experience in the mental health field. Her areas of focus include Anxiety, depression, stress, Attention deficits (ADD/ADHD), PTSD, issues of loss and grief, serious mental health disorders, substance abuse/ dependence, and relationship and family issues. She treats children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couple, and family therapy. In addition, she has over five years of neuroscience experience, as she is trained and specializes in Neurofeedback with a variety of therapeutic approaches.
Maryam Goudarzi has over ten years of clinical experience in the mental health field. Her areas of focus include Anxiety, depression, stress, Attention deficits (ADD/ADHD), PTSD, issues of loss and grief, serious mental health disorders, substance abuse/ dependence, and relationship and family issues. She treats children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couple, and family therapy. In addition, she has over five years of neuroscience experience, as she is trained and specializes in Neurofeedback with a variety of therapeutic approaches.
Damian Lucas Margason
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92507
As a Trauma Informed Marriage and Family Therapist, my treatment focus is on improving relationships, building healthy attachment, and healing trauma.
Are you feeling overwhelmed in life? Are there concerns you’re facing in your relationship? Do you experience significant anxiety or depression? Have you experienced trauma? If so, I can help! I offer a comfortable and accepting space for you to confront your past experiences and to find a current or future solution. My aim is to help you experience and to truly express who you are as a person, so I am the therapist for you. I am open to clients of all backgrounds and of any religious or spiritual tradition.
As a Trauma Informed Marriage and Family Therapist, my treatment focus is on improving relationships, building healthy attachment, and healing trauma.
Are you feeling overwhelmed in life? Are there concerns you’re facing in your relationship? Do you experience significant anxiety or depression? Have you experienced trauma? If so, I can help! I offer a comfortable and accepting space for you to confront your past experiences and to find a current or future solution. My aim is to help you experience and to truly express who you are as a person, so I am the therapist for you. I am open to clients of all backgrounds and of any religious or spiritual tradition.
Ramona Jean Carver
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92506
I have worked with a variety of clients who have experienced loss, anxiety, depression and family issues; women who have experienced sexual abuse and abandonment; adolescent and children experiencing anxiety; troubled teens; grandparents raising grandchildren; adult children taking care of aging parents; divorce and death of a loved one; and phase of life changes.
As you journey through life, you may find yourself in difficult times that may cause confusion, anxiety, or depression. You may experience difficulty with your spouse or partner, a child or teen, phase of life changes, or the loss of a loved one. It is during these times that you may need someone to talk to and to walk with you, to listen non-judgmentally, compassionately and with understanding - instilling hope and healing. My hope is to help you find your strengths, and have a deeper understanding of your gifts.
I have worked with a variety of clients who have experienced loss, anxiety, depression and family issues; women who have experienced sexual abuse and abandonment; adolescent and children experiencing anxiety; troubled teens; grandparents raising grandchildren; adult children taking care of aging parents; divorce and death of a loved one; and phase of life changes.
As you journey through life, you may find yourself in difficult times that may cause confusion, anxiety, or depression. You may experience difficulty with your spouse or partner, a child or teen, phase of life changes, or the loss of a loved one. It is during these times that you may need someone to talk to and to walk with you, to listen non-judgmentally, compassionately and with understanding - instilling hope and healing. My hope is to help you find your strengths, and have a deeper understanding of your gifts.
Stephanie Sambrano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92506
Hi. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 17 years of experience working with couples, families, individuals, and minors. As an experienced therapist, I know a lot about practicing mindfulness, exploring your dreams and thoughts, and developing new ways of coping creatively. Your journey matters!
Hi. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 17 years of experience working with couples, families, individuals, and minors. As an experienced therapist, I know a lot about practicing mindfulness, exploring your dreams and thoughts, and developing new ways of coping creatively. Your journey matters!
Lisa Shaheen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92503
My primary focus is on healthy relationships with significant others, family, employers, and friends.
Discover your authentic self as we explore your true value for a happier life. I enjoy helping others find inner peace and happiness enabling them to interact with others in healthy relationships. As the individual identifies their unique qualities and increase their true self value, life is enhanced, perspectives change, and hearts open. Let's work together for a better life. You can contact me directly @ 951-204-2909. I look forward to working with you for a fulfilling life.
My primary focus is on healthy relationships with significant others, family, employers, and friends.
Discover your authentic self as we explore your true value for a happier life. I enjoy helping others find inner peace and happiness enabling them to interact with others in healthy relationships. As the individual identifies their unique qualities and increase their true self value, life is enhanced, perspectives change, and hearts open. Let's work together for a better life. You can contact me directly @ 951-204-2909. I look forward to working with you for a fulfilling life.
Panim California Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92504 (Online Only)
I am a first-generation immigrant with three Master degrees and a PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Because of my specific cross-cultural background, my training as a spiritual counselor and my professional familiarity with the academic environment, my primary expertise is three folded: (1) helping educated individuals to reach their full potential, (2) guiding adults dealing with faith crises, and (3) facilitating cross-cultural couples'/family's acculturation journey.
I am a first-generation immigrant with three Master degrees and a PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Because of my specific cross-cultural background, my training as a spiritual counselor and my professional familiarity with the academic environment, my primary expertise is three folded: (1) helping educated individuals to reach their full potential, (2) guiding adults dealing with faith crises, and (3) facilitating cross-cultural couples'/family's acculturation journey.
Lydia J Session
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92505
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and mental health professional with over 8 years of clinical experience providing psychotherapy and recovery-oriented treatment for clients and adult offenders with mental illness, substance addiction, and other behavioral issues/needs. I’m passionate about improving knowledge of mental health and reducing stigma related to mental health. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and mental health professional with over 8 years of clinical experience providing psychotherapy and recovery-oriented treatment for clients and adult offenders with mental illness, substance addiction, and other behavioral issues/needs. I’m passionate about improving knowledge of mental health and reducing stigma related to mental health. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals.
Alysha Griggs
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92507
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist graduate student at Alliant International University. I attended Cal State University Channel Islands for my undergraduate degree in psychology with a minor in communication. I have a passion for working with others through the difficulties they have faced while also navigating any challenges they are currently experiencing, to foster hope, healing, and resilience.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist graduate student at Alliant International University. I attended Cal State University Channel Islands for my undergraduate degree in psychology with a minor in communication. I have a passion for working with others through the difficulties they have faced while also navigating any challenges they are currently experiencing, to foster hope, healing, and resilience.
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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.