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Milcah Valiente
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stockton, CA 95210
I consider myself a humanistic therapist, utilizing tools from a variety of modalities, including those from cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapies, and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy.
From a child, I have always been interested in people's stories. Where they came from, who they were connected to, and what happened to them, which led me to the work of mental health. Within my clinical practice, I feel I am a holder of stories. Through listening and offering compassion while people tell their stories, I try to help them find hope and healing within the retelling. I feel comfortable working with a diverse clientele. Telehealth has afforded me the ability to see individuals from across both Nevada and California. I enjoy working with adults through telehealth and children in person.
I consider myself a humanistic therapist, utilizing tools from a variety of modalities, including those from cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapies, and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy.
From a child, I have always been interested in people's stories. Where they came from, who they were connected to, and what happened to them, which led me to the work of mental health. Within my clinical practice, I feel I am a holder of stories. Through listening and offering compassion while people tell their stories, I try to help them find hope and healing within the retelling. I feel comfortable working with a diverse clientele. Telehealth has afforded me the ability to see individuals from across both Nevada and California. I enjoy working with adults through telehealth and children in person.
(909) 487-8693 View (909) 487-8693
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Bayley Dark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95206
I typically utilize Cognitive-Behavioral, Solution Focused, Humanistic, and Experiential therapy modalities.
My name is Bayley Dark LCSW 110397, and I have been working with young children and adolescents for the last 4-6 years. My approach to therapy is to provide all my clients a safe space to verbalize their thoughts and feelings without any judgment and to address any concerns or topics that they feel are important to them. Most of my experience is with teenage boys who are within the juvenile justice system and within the child welfare system. The clients I typically see have severe trauma, history of substance use, and severe mental health diagnoses.
I typically utilize Cognitive-Behavioral, Solution Focused, Humanistic, and Experiential therapy modalities.
My name is Bayley Dark LCSW 110397, and I have been working with young children and adolescents for the last 4-6 years. My approach to therapy is to provide all my clients a safe space to verbalize their thoughts and feelings without any judgment and to address any concerns or topics that they feel are important to them. Most of my experience is with teenage boys who are within the juvenile justice system and within the child welfare system. The clients I typically see have severe trauma, history of substance use, and severe mental health diagnoses.
(626) 631-5366 View (626) 631-5366
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My Psychological Center
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95207
We approach therapy from a humanistic and spiritual perspective meaning we believe you are a whole and complete person who is struggling with some aspect of their life.
Does your partner piss you off frequently? Do you feel alone in your relationship? Are you struggling with caring about yourself? Do you need an extra glass of wine to help you unwind? What about the teenagers in your life? Tired of them too? The most powerful relationship in our lives is the one with ourselves. When we grow distant and alone from within, the world begins to reflect our inner experiences. Our normal way of coping stops working so we seek help. Working with me allows you the freedom and flexibility to change your relationship with yourself so you can better handle life around you. There is hope. I promise.
We approach therapy from a humanistic and spiritual perspective meaning we believe you are a whole and complete person who is struggling with some aspect of their life.
Does your partner piss you off frequently? Do you feel alone in your relationship? Are you struggling with caring about yourself? Do you need an extra glass of wine to help you unwind? What about the teenagers in your life? Tired of them too? The most powerful relationship in our lives is the one with ourselves. When we grow distant and alone from within, the world begins to reflect our inner experiences. Our normal way of coping stops working so we seek help. Working with me allows you the freedom and flexibility to change your relationship with yourself so you can better handle life around you. There is hope. I promise.
(209) 362-3318 View (209) 362-3318
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Thasja Hoffman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95210
Hello, my name is Thasja Hoffmann, I am an LMFT & LPCC trauma-focused therapist. I have had over 20 years of experience, and I still feel very passionate about what I do. My main approach to therapy is to slow your experience down and help you notice what you are experiencing through Meta-awareness modalities and Mindfulness. I also find Somatic and EMDR approaches very helpful in processing information. My foundation in how I work comes from Humanistic/ Existential Psychology.
Hello, my name is Thasja Hoffmann, I am an LMFT & LPCC trauma-focused therapist. I have had over 20 years of experience, and I still feel very passionate about what I do. My main approach to therapy is to slow your experience down and help you notice what you are experiencing through Meta-awareness modalities and Mindfulness. I also find Somatic and EMDR approaches very helpful in processing information. My foundation in how I work comes from Humanistic/ Existential Psychology.
(415) 429-2839 View (415) 429-2839
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Maggie Lavey
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95210
Hi, I am Maggie, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor/Psychotherapist and EMDR, trauma-informed therapist. I work from a humanistic, client-centered, holistic, and eclectic approach to healing, self-exploration, and growth. Specializing in a range of trauma-informed therapies working with anxiety, depression, relational trauma/narcissistic abuse, attachment, PTSD, complex trauma, and life transitions/stressors.
Hi, I am Maggie, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor/Psychotherapist and EMDR, trauma-informed therapist. I work from a humanistic, client-centered, holistic, and eclectic approach to healing, self-exploration, and growth. Specializing in a range of trauma-informed therapies working with anxiety, depression, relational trauma/narcissistic abuse, attachment, PTSD, complex trauma, and life transitions/stressors.
(650) 472-5247 View (650) 472-5247
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Jessica Gilligan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95205
I have an eclectic approach that draws heavily from Person-Centered and Humanistic theories, through a Trauma-Informed lens.
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.
I have an eclectic approach that draws heavily from Person-Centered and Humanistic theories, through a Trauma-Informed lens.
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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Rhonda Hunt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95205
My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, mindfulness, self-inquiry, and solution-focused therapy.
I am a licensed Marital and Family Therapist in California with over 20 years of experience working as a psychotherapist and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, creative blocks, and low self-esteem. I have also helped many people who experienced physical and emotional trauma. I hold my EMDR certification and use this process with about one-fourth of my clients.
My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, mindfulness, self-inquiry, and solution-focused therapy.
I am a licensed Marital and Family Therapist in California with over 20 years of experience working as a psychotherapist and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, creative blocks, and low self-esteem. I have also helped many people who experienced physical and emotional trauma. I hold my EMDR certification and use this process with about one-fourth of my clients.
(650) 977-4048 View (650) 977-4048
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Kristin Grannis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95209
I utilize a variety of modalities from Brainspotting, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Attachment, and various others.
My name is Kristin Grannis, LMFT. My view is that the best therapeutic work is done through a trusting, nonjudgmental, supportive relationship. I enjoy helping clients build a healthier outlook in life, developing a strong sense of self, resilience and accomplishment. My focus is working with women, treating a variety of areas such as depression, anxiety, grief/loss, low self-esteem, sense of self and purpose. I am kind, calm and caring. I like to think of my approach as insightful guidance toward awareness, acceptance and growth.
I utilize a variety of modalities from Brainspotting, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Attachment, and various others.
My name is Kristin Grannis, LMFT. My view is that the best therapeutic work is done through a trusting, nonjudgmental, supportive relationship. I enjoy helping clients build a healthier outlook in life, developing a strong sense of self, resilience and accomplishment. My focus is working with women, treating a variety of areas such as depression, anxiety, grief/loss, low self-esteem, sense of self and purpose. I am kind, calm and caring. I like to think of my approach as insightful guidance toward awareness, acceptance and growth.
(858) 585-9743 View (858) 585-9743
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Sanjuana Melgoza
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stockton, CA 95207
Life dissatisfaction may be a result of one or a serious of events that can interfere with the way we feel and how we interact with others. Such dissatisfaction may lead to self-restricting behaviors in our attempt to relieve our depression, abandonment, anger, guilt, shame, grief, loss, trauma, and anxiety. What we come to know as self-restricting behaviors are a serious of coping mechanisms that we develop over time in our unconscious attempt to protect and or relieve pain and suffering.
Life dissatisfaction may be a result of one or a serious of events that can interfere with the way we feel and how we interact with others. Such dissatisfaction may lead to self-restricting behaviors in our attempt to relieve our depression, abandonment, anger, guilt, shame, grief, loss, trauma, and anxiety. What we come to know as self-restricting behaviors are a serious of coping mechanisms that we develop over time in our unconscious attempt to protect and or relieve pain and suffering.
(209) 249-0412 View (209) 249-0412
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Michelle McDaniel, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stockton, CA 95207
Are you seeking new ways to cope with the stress of life, depression, anxiety, or simply seeking helpful ways to meet your personal goals? If so, you can benefit from these Coping Sensibly Skills Classes. These classes are designed to share evidence-based coping strategies with you in a workshop style setting in-person or via telehealth. Class sizes are intentionally kept small and all participants are encouraged to participate at a level that is comfortable for the participant. All participants must attend an orientation. Participants will be expected to support and maintain the privacy of all participants attending these classes.
Are you seeking new ways to cope with the stress of life, depression, anxiety, or simply seeking helpful ways to meet your personal goals? If so, you can benefit from these Coping Sensibly Skills Classes. These classes are designed to share evidence-based coping strategies with you in a workshop style setting in-person or via telehealth. Class sizes are intentionally kept small and all participants are encouraged to participate at a level that is comfortable for the participant. All participants must attend an orientation. Participants will be expected to support and maintain the privacy of all participants attending these classes.
(209) 553-6142 View (209) 553-6142
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Miyuki F Coirin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95203
Often in life we are faced with challenges, and no matter how small or how large, we feel absolutely stuck. Trapped in a place where you either can't seem to find the right solution or being able to see the change you need to make but can't quite get there. I believe that we all have the inner strength to overcome anything and I am here to be your helping hand. My job is to provide you a safe and comfortable environment in the process of uncovering your internal strengths and face these challenges head on.
Often in life we are faced with challenges, and no matter how small or how large, we feel absolutely stuck. Trapped in a place where you either can't seem to find the right solution or being able to see the change you need to make but can't quite get there. I believe that we all have the inner strength to overcome anything and I am here to be your helping hand. My job is to provide you a safe and comfortable environment in the process of uncovering your internal strengths and face these challenges head on.
(209) 322-1941 View (209) 322-1941
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Redd Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95209
Hello, my name is Redd Davis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I provide client-focused psychotherapy treatment to empower and enrich individuals despite challenges. I specialize in working with older adults and individuals experiencing difficulty coping with grief. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to achieve goals using intuitive, insightful, and reality-based interventions. I believe individuals can be aware of their own needs and support empowering clients to lead treatment based upon what is meaningful to them.
Hello, my name is Redd Davis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I provide client-focused psychotherapy treatment to empower and enrich individuals despite challenges. I specialize in working with older adults and individuals experiencing difficulty coping with grief. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to achieve goals using intuitive, insightful, and reality-based interventions. I believe individuals can be aware of their own needs and support empowering clients to lead treatment based upon what is meaningful to them.
(209) 231-9411 View (209) 231-9411
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Holly Hadley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stockton, CA 95212  (Online Only)
Taking the first step in creating change in your life takes strength, and that is what you are doing today. I will meet you where you are at with a compassionate, sensitive, and non-judgmental approach. I specialize in trauma work and Brainspotting to help heal the deep wounds that limit your life. Through solution-focused collaboration, we will create a plan that supports your goals, values, and vision, to guide you in your quest for meaning and healing.
Taking the first step in creating change in your life takes strength, and that is what you are doing today. I will meet you where you are at with a compassionate, sensitive, and non-judgmental approach. I specialize in trauma work and Brainspotting to help heal the deep wounds that limit your life. Through solution-focused collaboration, we will create a plan that supports your goals, values, and vision, to guide you in your quest for meaning and healing.
(209) 580-0125 View (209) 580-0125
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Kim Mompean
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stockton, CA 95210
I am comfortable working with people of every age, from school children to elders, from diverse social, economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. Most of the clients I see on a regular basis are working to better handle depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, or family and relationship problems. While I naturally gravitate toward Cognitive Behavior Therapy, I have an understanding of, and am comfortable using several different clinical and therapeutic modalities to match the clients needs. Let's work together to resolve areas of your life that are holding you back from being the best possible version of yourself you can be.
I am comfortable working with people of every age, from school children to elders, from diverse social, economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. Most of the clients I see on a regular basis are working to better handle depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, or family and relationship problems. While I naturally gravitate toward Cognitive Behavior Therapy, I have an understanding of, and am comfortable using several different clinical and therapeutic modalities to match the clients needs. Let's work together to resolve areas of your life that are holding you back from being the best possible version of yourself you can be.
(209) 782-6137 View (209) 782-6137
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Dejarnae Ferrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95206
Hey there! My name is De'Jarnae (DJ) Ferrell, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I have several years of experience in working with individuals in many different settings. I specialize in the following areas: anxiety, depression, life changes/transitions, grief and loss, and stress/anger management. My therapeutic approach is eclectic and collaborative, and incorporates the use of humor, creativity, and warmth. I use multiple evidence-based practices and modalities to ensure your treatment is intentionally tailored to meet your unique needs.
Hey there! My name is De'Jarnae (DJ) Ferrell, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I have several years of experience in working with individuals in many different settings. I specialize in the following areas: anxiety, depression, life changes/transitions, grief and loss, and stress/anger management. My therapeutic approach is eclectic and collaborative, and incorporates the use of humor, creativity, and warmth. I use multiple evidence-based practices and modalities to ensure your treatment is intentionally tailored to meet your unique needs.
(209) 340-9613 View (209) 340-9613
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Marina Richardson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95207
Over 15+ years, working with diverse and high risk populations to help overcome challenges arising from (severe) mental illness, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence, and trauma. Extensive training and experience in working with individuals in crisis and teaching others about Suicide Prevention. In addition to conducting crisis-related risk assessments and crisis-related interventions, I utilize other therapeutic approaches, CBT, D-CBT, and Solution-Focused treatment modalities. Providing individual therapy, adults and adolescents, Family/Couples therapy, group therapy.
Over 15+ years, working with diverse and high risk populations to help overcome challenges arising from (severe) mental illness, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence, and trauma. Extensive training and experience in working with individuals in crisis and teaching others about Suicide Prevention. In addition to conducting crisis-related risk assessments and crisis-related interventions, I utilize other therapeutic approaches, CBT, D-CBT, and Solution-Focused treatment modalities. Providing individual therapy, adults and adolescents, Family/Couples therapy, group therapy.
(209) 314-5313 View (209) 314-5313
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Kevin Farrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95210
My name is Kevin Farrell, and I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California for 19 years. Over my career as a therapist, I have worked with a variety of clients across the lifespan. The areas I have focused on are addictions, LGBTQ+, identity, attachment, and end-of-life issues. My primary goal is to build trust and a strong alliance with a client in order to assist them in the process of change. I consider myself to be a psychodynamic psychotherapist, meaning that I often look beneath the surface of what the client feels, says, or does.
My name is Kevin Farrell, and I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California for 19 years. Over my career as a therapist, I have worked with a variety of clients across the lifespan. The areas I have focused on are addictions, LGBTQ+, identity, attachment, and end-of-life issues. My primary goal is to build trust and a strong alliance with a client in order to assist them in the process of change. I consider myself to be a psychodynamic psychotherapist, meaning that I often look beneath the surface of what the client feels, says, or does.
(209) 255-5342 View (209) 255-5342
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Dr. Ayesha Christina Paige Hunter
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stockton, CA 95207
Waitlist for new clients
Currently Accepting New Patients. Trained in EMDR and BSP. I specialize in working with people of color and all others who need support. I also come from a Christian perspective, although I am open to working with people from all backgrounds. I have been formerly trained in trauma-informed practices and I am a Certified WRAP Facilitator. I sincerely care about helping people overcome their tragedies and I whole-heartedly support recovery from trauma, addictions, and life experiences that could potentially provide setbacks. I believe the saying, "A setback is a setup for a comeback!"
Currently Accepting New Patients. Trained in EMDR and BSP. I specialize in working with people of color and all others who need support. I also come from a Christian perspective, although I am open to working with people from all backgrounds. I have been formerly trained in trauma-informed practices and I am a Certified WRAP Facilitator. I sincerely care about helping people overcome their tragedies and I whole-heartedly support recovery from trauma, addictions, and life experiences that could potentially provide setbacks. I believe the saying, "A setback is a setup for a comeback!"
(209) 584-6166 View (209) 584-6166
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Michele Richter
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95207
Hi, my name is Michele Richter and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) providing online/telehealth therapy to children, adolescents, young and older adults as well as families. I believe that the choice to seek therapy is a choice of immense inner strength. It is a choice that says (loudly!) "I choose me!" "I choose to learn and discover NEW things about myself, to grow as an individual and live my BEST life!"
Hi, my name is Michele Richter and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) providing online/telehealth therapy to children, adolescents, young and older adults as well as families. I believe that the choice to seek therapy is a choice of immense inner strength. It is a choice that says (loudly!) "I choose me!" "I choose to learn and discover NEW things about myself, to grow as an individual and live my BEST life!"
(209) 507-0217 View (209) 507-0217
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Faria Alamkhel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95202  (Online Only)
I believe that every human being has an inner wisdom, and I use evidence and strengths-based approaches to help us tap into your inherent ability to heal, thrive, and live with inner peace. As part of my approach, I seek to gently uncover the thoughts, feelings, and dynamics that may keep you stuck in some aspect of your life. I believe in the mind-body connection and honor a holistic approach to your healing journey.
I believe that every human being has an inner wisdom, and I use evidence and strengths-based approaches to help us tap into your inherent ability to heal, thrive, and live with inner peace. As part of my approach, I seek to gently uncover the thoughts, feelings, and dynamics that may keep you stuck in some aspect of your life. I believe in the mind-body connection and honor a holistic approach to your healing journey.
(209) 439-5224 View (209) 439-5224
Humanistic Therapists

How does humanistic therapy work?

One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.

Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?

Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.

How long does humanistic therapy last?

The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.

Is humanistic therapy effective?

According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.