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Renee C. Monrad
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carmel, CA 93923
You were born with innate potential and natural abilities, yet it may be easy to forget your personal power if you struggle with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, or overwhelmingly stressful life situations. Allow me to help gently guide you back to a sense of empowerment and together we can work on shifting your focus toward the personal strengths that give you energy. I am active in giving support and feedback and I will compassionately challenge beliefs and actions that no longer work for you. I believe you can change the way you think about painful experiences; seeing them instead, as transformative opportunities.
You were born with innate potential and natural abilities, yet it may be easy to forget your personal power if you struggle with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, or overwhelmingly stressful life situations. Allow me to help gently guide you back to a sense of empowerment and together we can work on shifting your focus toward the personal strengths that give you energy. I am active in giving support and feedback and I will compassionately challenge beliefs and actions that no longer work for you. I believe you can change the way you think about painful experiences; seeing them instead, as transformative opportunities.
(831) 216-5038 View (831) 216-5038
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Moore Consulting LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Carmel, CA 93921
Are you ready for change? Are you ready to live the life you are meant to live? To transform the old self, you have to gain awareness. I want you to get to know all your parts and to shine a light on the shadows that hold you back, I know you can heal your life when you make that decision and have focused discipline to take action to discover your greatness. Don't know where to start? We will start right where you are today. I use the Enneagram, Ayurveda, and Internal Family Systems along with honesty to get you on track. I will show you how you can heal and become whole again. You really can have what you want.
Are you ready for change? Are you ready to live the life you are meant to live? To transform the old self, you have to gain awareness. I want you to get to know all your parts and to shine a light on the shadows that hold you back, I know you can heal your life when you make that decision and have focused discipline to take action to discover your greatness. Don't know where to start? We will start right where you are today. I use the Enneagram, Ayurveda, and Internal Family Systems along with honesty to get you on track. I will show you how you can heal and become whole again. You really can have what you want.
(831) 231-1355 View (831) 231-1355
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Los Gatos Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carmel, CA 93921
Have you spent time trying to claw your way out of a deep, dark cave of depression? Unhappiness feels scary, unfair and even shameful. We are here to help you identify patterns & behaviors you can change to realize true happiness and make the most of yourself. You will learn to recognize and accept your emotions as separate from who you are. We will identify current and past relationships that may be impacting how you experience life and work to improve your understanding of these relationships and communication to continue developing new and better connections. The most important relationship is your relationship with yourself!
Have you spent time trying to claw your way out of a deep, dark cave of depression? Unhappiness feels scary, unfair and even shameful. We are here to help you identify patterns & behaviors you can change to realize true happiness and make the most of yourself. You will learn to recognize and accept your emotions as separate from who you are. We will identify current and past relationships that may be impacting how you experience life and work to improve your understanding of these relationships and communication to continue developing new and better connections. The most important relationship is your relationship with yourself!
(408) 831-3850 View (408) 831-3850
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Callie Lynn McKenzie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCBT, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carmel, CA 93921
I passionately believe in each individual's ability to evolve through self-actualization. My approach is to work collaboratively with individuals, youth and families in order to reach their potential and live the lives they desire. Sadness, stress, anger, fear, and communication problems can impede growth and success. I provide a warm, comfortable, and supportive environment to work on challenges so that you and your family can achieve a happy, balanced life.
I passionately believe in each individual's ability to evolve through self-actualization. My approach is to work collaboratively with individuals, youth and families in order to reach their potential and live the lives they desire. Sadness, stress, anger, fear, and communication problems can impede growth and success. I provide a warm, comfortable, and supportive environment to work on challenges so that you and your family can achieve a happy, balanced life.
(707) 629-4107 View (707) 629-4107
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Christina Shamah
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carmel, CA 93921
Are you searching for a sense of purpose, to better understand or be understood by others? Are you looking for support in making decisions more aligned with your values? I utilize an integrative counseling style tailored to your unique needs, providing the opportunity for you to tap into your strengths. Insight gained may provide you the opportunity to manage stressors and to make self driven choices in a balanced manner. Approaching life's most difficult challenges in a confidential way may allow you to work towards your goals, providing you the opportunity to safely delve into your relationship struggles.
Are you searching for a sense of purpose, to better understand or be understood by others? Are you looking for support in making decisions more aligned with your values? I utilize an integrative counseling style tailored to your unique needs, providing the opportunity for you to tap into your strengths. Insight gained may provide you the opportunity to manage stressors and to make self driven choices in a balanced manner. Approaching life's most difficult challenges in a confidential way may allow you to work towards your goals, providing you the opportunity to safely delve into your relationship struggles.
(831) 920-4874 View (831) 920-4874
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Alcala Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
Carmel, CA 93923  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in this profession for over 14 years. My experience has been working with children, teens, and adults from different socioeconomic backgrounds and ethnicities. I feel passionate about providing support to help navigate imposter syndrome, first-generation challenges, stress management, work-life balance, and career issues. I have extensive experience working with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and parenting. I specialize in providing culturally competent and solution-focused psychotherapy. I am also a Certified Yoga Teacher and I implement yoga with my clients.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in this profession for over 14 years. My experience has been working with children, teens, and adults from different socioeconomic backgrounds and ethnicities. I feel passionate about providing support to help navigate imposter syndrome, first-generation challenges, stress management, work-life balance, and career issues. I have extensive experience working with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and parenting. I specialize in providing culturally competent and solution-focused psychotherapy. I am also a Certified Yoga Teacher and I implement yoga with my clients.
(831) 851-1210 View (831) 851-1210
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Amanda Cheyenne Weston
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Carmel, CA 93921
Offering long-term therapy as well as intro 4-week Specialties Packages. Themes include: sex and relationship coaching, IFS parts work, ceremony and rites of passage design, mindfulness training, body image, nature connection, social navigation, rich relationships, and boundary strengthening. In person on Fridays in downtown Monterey. www.natureconnecttherapy.com
Offering long-term therapy as well as intro 4-week Specialties Packages. Themes include: sex and relationship coaching, IFS parts work, ceremony and rites of passage design, mindfulness training, body image, nature connection, social navigation, rich relationships, and boundary strengthening. In person on Fridays in downtown Monterey. www.natureconnecttherapy.com
(831) 298-8903 View (831) 298-8903
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Veronica Botelho
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carmel, CA 92922  (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Veronica Botelho, a licensed MFT and DBT therapist committed to guiding individuals, couples, and families on their unique paths towards personal growth, healing, and fulfillment. If you're seeking a safe and compassionate space to explore the complexities of life, I'm here to support you. I believe that every person's journey is like a compass, unique and always pointing towards their true north. My role as your therapist is to help you discover and navigate this inner compass while improving your quality of life.
Hello! I'm Veronica Botelho, a licensed MFT and DBT therapist committed to guiding individuals, couples, and families on their unique paths towards personal growth, healing, and fulfillment. If you're seeking a safe and compassionate space to explore the complexities of life, I'm here to support you. I believe that every person's journey is like a compass, unique and always pointing towards their true north. My role as your therapist is to help you discover and navigate this inner compass while improving your quality of life.
(408) 715-1609 View (408) 715-1609
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Bonnie Coleman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Carmel, CA 93923
Not accepting new clients
Do you find yourself stuck in a rut or in a pattern of behaviors that no longer serve you? Are you having a difficult time navigating complex emotions or processing a challenging past experience? I am a dually licensed marriage and family therapist and professional clinical counselor who is here to help you make sense of all of life’s challenging aspects. If you have been considering seeking therapy for a while, but have been anxious about the process, I welcome you. This step you have taken requires courage and self-reflection. It is not a step that many take.
Do you find yourself stuck in a rut or in a pattern of behaviors that no longer serve you? Are you having a difficult time navigating complex emotions or processing a challenging past experience? I am a dually licensed marriage and family therapist and professional clinical counselor who is here to help you make sense of all of life’s challenging aspects. If you have been considering seeking therapy for a while, but have been anxious about the process, I welcome you. This step you have taken requires courage and self-reflection. It is not a step that many take.
(831) 215-5956 View (831) 215-5956
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Diana Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carmel, CA 93923  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hello there! Thank you for considering me as your therapist. I want you to know that reaching out to talk about your emotions and needs is a significant step, and I'm here to support you every step of the way. As your therapist, my foremost commitment is to create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely explore and discover yourself. With more than two decades of experience working with a diverse range of clients in various settings, such as schools, non-profit agencies, group homes, and hospitals, I've had the privilege of witnessing countless personal journeys of growth and healing.
Hello there! Thank you for considering me as your therapist. I want you to know that reaching out to talk about your emotions and needs is a significant step, and I'm here to support you every step of the way. As your therapist, my foremost commitment is to create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely explore and discover yourself. With more than two decades of experience working with a diverse range of clients in various settings, such as schools, non-profit agencies, group homes, and hospitals, I've had the privilege of witnessing countless personal journeys of growth and healing.
(408) 599-2617 View (408) 599-2617

Online Therapists

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Anna Fautz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hollister, CA 95023
I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, solutions-focused therapy, as well as motivational interviewing, and life coaching strategies.
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and PsyD; I have been practicing in the field since 2012. I have worked as a therapist in institutional and private settings helping individuals to cope with anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship problems, previous traumas, and various adjustment difficulties and life challenges. I enjoy working with my clients to change the way they respond to life's stresses and believe that adjusting one's perspective can increase happiness, success, and relationship satisfaction.
I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, solutions-focused therapy, as well as motivational interviewing, and life coaching strategies.
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and PsyD; I have been practicing in the field since 2012. I have worked as a therapist in institutional and private settings helping individuals to cope with anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship problems, previous traumas, and various adjustment difficulties and life challenges. I enjoy working with my clients to change the way they respond to life's stresses and believe that adjusting one's perspective can increase happiness, success, and relationship satisfaction.
(831) 278-6346 View (831) 278-6346
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Breanna Landa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Watsonville, CA 95076
I use a strength-based approach and most frequently use Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-based, IFS, and Somatic based frameworks to therapy.
Hello there! Thank you for stopping by! My name is Breanna Landa, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in sunny California. I believe therapy can help you get in touch with your most authentic self, and I am here to do just that. When I am not practicing therapy, I love running, paddle boarding, music, and playing with my pack of dogs! My approach is a good fit for those dealing with the challenges of life transitions, relationship challenges, and social pressures. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and addiction.
I use a strength-based approach and most frequently use Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-based, IFS, and Somatic based frameworks to therapy.
Hello there! Thank you for stopping by! My name is Breanna Landa, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in sunny California. I believe therapy can help you get in touch with your most authentic self, and I am here to do just that. When I am not practicing therapy, I love running, paddle boarding, music, and playing with my pack of dogs! My approach is a good fit for those dealing with the challenges of life transitions, relationship challenges, and social pressures. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and addiction.
(831) 263-0243 View (831) 263-0243
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Amy Brisky
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gilroy, CA 95020
I am trained in a variety of techniques and therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Structural and Extended Family Systems, trauma focused, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, and EMDR.
Hello. My name is Amy Brisky. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over ten years of experience. I believe in meeting life's challenges head on and the importance of continuous self-exploration and growth. My style can best be described as empathic, interactive, and direct. I enjoy working with a diverse population through a variety of emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges including anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship problems, and academic/employment problems.
I am trained in a variety of techniques and therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Structural and Extended Family Systems, trauma focused, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, and EMDR.
Hello. My name is Amy Brisky. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over ten years of experience. I believe in meeting life's challenges head on and the importance of continuous self-exploration and growth. My style can best be described as empathic, interactive, and direct. I enjoy working with a diverse population through a variety of emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges including anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship problems, and academic/employment problems.
(408) 459-6670 View (408) 459-6670
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Gloria Rojas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Seaside, CA 93955
Hello! My name is Gloria Rojas and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. My goal is to provide a safe space to process, heal and rebuild. My services can be provided in English and Spanish and include interventions to identify the problem, find solutions, coping techniques, relaxation/stress management skills, goal setting, task management, insight, and skill building. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Problem-Solving Treatment, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Hello! My name is Gloria Rojas and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. My goal is to provide a safe space to process, heal and rebuild. My services can be provided in English and Spanish and include interventions to identify the problem, find solutions, coping techniques, relaxation/stress management skills, goal setting, task management, insight, and skill building. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Problem-Solving Treatment, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
(323) 676-7884 View (323) 676-7884
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Gianna Merriam
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atascadero, CA 93422
I commonly utilize therapy modalities such as Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Parent-Child Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused CBT, and EMDR.
Hello! My name is Gianna Merriam, LCSW. My therapeutic approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, and strength-based. My areas of practice include working with children and families, individuals (all ages), and groups. I enjoy promoting use of self-compassion practices, functional communication and empathy to impact individual needs and relationships. Clients I typically work with can range from age 5-60. I have extensive experience working with school-aged children that receive IEP services; I am educated and able to support parents in navigating the school system as well as community based resources.
I commonly utilize therapy modalities such as Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Parent-Child Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused CBT, and EMDR.
Hello! My name is Gianna Merriam, LCSW. My therapeutic approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, and strength-based. My areas of practice include working with children and families, individuals (all ages), and groups. I enjoy promoting use of self-compassion practices, functional communication and empathy to impact individual needs and relationships. Clients I typically work with can range from age 5-60. I have extensive experience working with school-aged children that receive IEP services; I am educated and able to support parents in navigating the school system as well as community based resources.
(805) 793-1356 View (805) 793-1356
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Amber Workman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93458
I employ various techniques including Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Insight Oriented Therapy.
A licensed clinical social worker with more than 8 years of experience working at various levels of care for the treatment of co-occurring substance addictions and mental health problems in acute inpatient hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and currently outpatient.
I employ various techniques including Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Insight Oriented Therapy.
A licensed clinical social worker with more than 8 years of experience working at various levels of care for the treatment of co-occurring substance addictions and mental health problems in acute inpatient hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and currently outpatient.
(805) 232-7514 View (805) 232-7514
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Robyn Martinez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, she/her
Verified Verified
Monterey, CA 93940
I’m highly collaborative and skilled in a variety of therapeutic healing methods like TF CBT, somatic and mindfulness interventions plus Motivational Interviewing, EMDR and FLASH technique.
Stuck in a pattern? A pattern that repeats itself almost magically again and again in your relationships, at work, or parenting. These patterns may have been helpful in the past, but now dull creativity and spirit, wearing down confidence, fortitude and hope. Or perhaps you are in the middle of change or in need of change painfully long overdue, but you just can’t...seem...to...fully...step...forward. I work with adults and couples to move through patterns of depression, anxiety, addiction, pain and trauma into growth and long awaited thriving.
I’m highly collaborative and skilled in a variety of therapeutic healing methods like TF CBT, somatic and mindfulness interventions plus Motivational Interviewing, EMDR and FLASH technique.
Stuck in a pattern? A pattern that repeats itself almost magically again and again in your relationships, at work, or parenting. These patterns may have been helpful in the past, but now dull creativity and spirit, wearing down confidence, fortitude and hope. Or perhaps you are in the middle of change or in need of change painfully long overdue, but you just can’t...seem...to...fully...step...forward. I work with adults and couples to move through patterns of depression, anxiety, addiction, pain and trauma into growth and long awaited thriving.
(831) 318-5485 View (831) 318-5485
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Patricia Dudley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aptos, CA 95003
My style of therapy is based in Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, Solution Focused, and Gestalt styles.
I work well with motivated clients who are looking to improve their daily lives through self-exploration, and are open to challenging their current patterns in order to reach your goals. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, feeling stuck, work/life stress, relationship issues, past trauma, or managing the daily challenges we are facing during this COVID-19 global shift, I would love to be here to support you. I work primarily with individuals and groups.
My style of therapy is based in Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, Solution Focused, and Gestalt styles.
I work well with motivated clients who are looking to improve their daily lives through self-exploration, and are open to challenging their current patterns in order to reach your goals. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, feeling stuck, work/life stress, relationship issues, past trauma, or managing the daily challenges we are facing during this COVID-19 global shift, I would love to be here to support you. I work primarily with individuals and groups.
(831) 292-4073 View (831) 292-4073
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Lesly Abanto Medina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Paso Robles, CA 93446
I utilize a variety of evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Behavioral therapy, Motivational Interviewing and mindfulness.
I am a licensed clinical social worker committed to treating individuals and families. I utilize an integrative approach to help my clients get through life challenges. In my experience working with children, youth and families, I've had the opportunity to work with individuals and families from different backgrounds to help them make positive changes in life. Specialty areas include but not limited to anxiety, depression, ADHD, work-life-balance, life transitions, bereavement/grief, stress management, decision making skills, conflict resolution, communication skills, and parenting.
I utilize a variety of evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Behavioral therapy, Motivational Interviewing and mindfulness.
I am a licensed clinical social worker committed to treating individuals and families. I utilize an integrative approach to help my clients get through life challenges. In my experience working with children, youth and families, I've had the opportunity to work with individuals and families from different backgrounds to help them make positive changes in life. Specialty areas include but not limited to anxiety, depression, ADHD, work-life-balance, life transitions, bereavement/grief, stress management, decision making skills, conflict resolution, communication skills, and parenting.
(805) 312-7749 View (805) 312-7749
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Gia Maramba
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Scotts Valley, CA 95066  (Online Only)
I also provide competency-based training to psychotherapists in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Depression, CBT for Insomnia, Motivational Interviewing, and Prolonged Exposure for PTSD.
Even in moments when what we were born with (i.e., nature), how we were raised (i.e., nurture), or our capacity to act in our best interests (i.e., abilities) may seem to come up short in dealing with life's challenges, each of us can compassionately challenge ourselves to get to where we want to be. A psychotherapist can be a partner in the journey to understanding and accepting what needs to be done, and taking the necessary steps for change to happen.
I also provide competency-based training to psychotherapists in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Depression, CBT for Insomnia, Motivational Interviewing, and Prolonged Exposure for PTSD.
Even in moments when what we were born with (i.e., nature), how we were raised (i.e., nurture), or our capacity to act in our best interests (i.e., abilities) may seem to come up short in dealing with life's challenges, each of us can compassionately challenge ourselves to get to where we want to be. A psychotherapist can be a partner in the journey to understanding and accepting what needs to be done, and taking the necessary steps for change to happen.
(650) 231-4631 View (650) 231-4631

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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.