Therapists in California
We provide support for family building challenges including infertility, assisted and third-party reproduction, pregnancy loss, birth trauma, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, adjustment to parenthood, and parenting NICU babies and medically ill children.
Bloom Therapy specializes in women's mental health across the lifespan. Women face unique stressors in their relationships and career, and experience anxiety, depression, and traumatic stress at twice the rate of men. We offer a compassionate, evidence-based approach to address these challenges and help you reach your goals. Our work focuses on building strengths, enhancing self-confidence, and empowering you with knowledge and tools so that you can thrive in your relationships, work, and life.
We provide support for family building challenges including infertility, assisted and third-party reproduction, pregnancy loss, birth trauma, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, adjustment to parenthood, and parenting NICU babies and medically ill children.
Bloom Therapy specializes in women's mental health across the lifespan. Women face unique stressors in their relationships and career, and experience anxiety, depression, and traumatic stress at twice the rate of men. We offer a compassionate, evidence-based approach to address these challenges and help you reach your goals. Our work focuses on building strengths, enhancing self-confidence, and empowering you with knowledge and tools so that you can thrive in your relationships, work, and life.
Amber Lopez Molnar
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Starting a family is one of the most incredible yet nerve racking transitions one can go through. I specialize in Infertility, Maternal Mental Health as well as overall life transitions. The process of infertility treatments alone can leave a person feeling vulnerable, heartbroken and unsure about the future. Some of the core issues that I treat include; Postpartum Depression/Anxiety/OCD, Grief, and the transition of your new identify as a mother. In addition I enjoy working with the LGBTQ community as well as adoption and families of multiples.
Starting a family is one of the most incredible yet nerve racking transitions one can go through. I specialize in Infertility, Maternal Mental Health as well as overall life transitions. The process of infertility treatments alone can leave a person feeling vulnerable, heartbroken and unsure about the future. Some of the core issues that I treat include; Postpartum Depression/Anxiety/OCD, Grief, and the transition of your new identify as a mother. In addition I enjoy working with the LGBTQ community as well as adoption and families of multiples.
Counseling for infertility can help you live a full life now, even while you wait to hold your child.
You’ve always wanted to be a mom - it’s a dream you’ve held as long as you remember. But this is not the journey to parenthood you dreamt. Infertility is a club you never wanted to join. The ongoing cycle of hope and disappointment, waiting, tears, appointments, decisions, uncertainty, losses… it’s all so overwhelming. You initially faced fertility challenges with some resolve, but as time has gone on you’ve been worn down. You can’t control the journey, or your feelings about it, and it drives you crazy. Infertility is one of the first areas of your life where you can’t just achieve your way through, one to-do list at a time.
Counseling for infertility can help you live a full life now, even while you wait to hold your child.
You’ve always wanted to be a mom - it’s a dream you’ve held as long as you remember. But this is not the journey to parenthood you dreamt. Infertility is a club you never wanted to join. The ongoing cycle of hope and disappointment, waiting, tears, appointments, decisions, uncertainty, losses… it’s all so overwhelming. You initially faced fertility challenges with some resolve, but as time has gone on you’ve been worn down. You can’t control the journey, or your feelings about it, and it drives you crazy. Infertility is one of the first areas of your life where you can’t just achieve your way through, one to-do list at a time.
I work with individuals experiencing depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, stress, infertility, and relationship difficulties.
What do you want your life to look like? I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals find relief from depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and relationship challenges to create the lives they want. My approach is active and present-oriented, focusing on treatments supported by research. I work from a cognitive-behavioral (CBT) perspective, incorporating mindfulness, interpersonal therapy, DBT, stress management, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) depending upon the individual needs of my clients.
I work with individuals experiencing depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, stress, infertility, and relationship difficulties.
What do you want your life to look like? I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals find relief from depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and relationship challenges to create the lives they want. My approach is active and present-oriented, focusing on treatments supported by research. I work from a cognitive-behavioral (CBT) perspective, incorporating mindfulness, interpersonal therapy, DBT, stress management, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) depending upon the individual needs of my clients.
Tenley Hardin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90045 (Online Only)
I work with all types of clients, from "Type A" women who are intensely driven, but often feel exhausted from perfectionism-to individuals who have gone or are going through infertility and feel a loss of control-to postpartum women who are experiencing depression and/or anxiety. Most of my clients are seeking something deeper than just "talk therapy." They are interested in how their past traumas show up in their bodies and want to mobilize their pain, so that they can create new narratives and harness their innate power.
I work with all types of clients, from "Type A" women who are intensely driven, but often feel exhausted from perfectionism-to individuals who have gone or are going through infertility and feel a loss of control-to postpartum women who are experiencing depression and/or anxiety. Most of my clients are seeking something deeper than just "talk therapy." They are interested in how their past traumas show up in their bodies and want to mobilize their pain, so that they can create new narratives and harness their innate power.
My specializations are working with couples, and families faced with postpartum related depression/anxiety, infertility, and birth trauma/loss.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that has been providing service for 22 years. I currently see individuals, and couples, in my private practice. In addition, I facilitate psycho-educational and support groups. I provide a unique approach that fits the needs of every client. I customize my treatment plan based on where my client is at while providing a safe, nurturing, collaborative environment.
My specializations are working with couples, and families faced with postpartum related depression/anxiety, infertility, and birth trauma/loss.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that has been providing service for 22 years. I currently see individuals, and couples, in my private practice. In addition, I facilitate psycho-educational and support groups. I provide a unique approach that fits the needs of every client. I customize my treatment plan based on where my client is at while providing a safe, nurturing, collaborative environment.
“Tell me what you fear and I will tell you what has happened to you.” - D.W. Winnicott. A guiding principle of my therapy is linking the suffering of today to the root of why it is so painful. My interest and expertise has focused on: 1) Perinatal Mental Health (pregnancy, loss, infertility, and postpartum), 2) Couples Work (particularly grappling with issues of monogamy), and 3) Long-term Individual Psychotherapy (struggles with relationships, creativity, and being in touch with your true self). I believe in being Good Enough rather than striving to be the perfect (partner, parent, person).
“Tell me what you fear and I will tell you what has happened to you.” - D.W. Winnicott. A guiding principle of my therapy is linking the suffering of today to the root of why it is so painful. My interest and expertise has focused on: 1) Perinatal Mental Health (pregnancy, loss, infertility, and postpartum), 2) Couples Work (particularly grappling with issues of monogamy), and 3) Long-term Individual Psychotherapy (struggles with relationships, creativity, and being in touch with your true self). I believe in being Good Enough rather than striving to be the perfect (partner, parent, person).
Joey Guzman-Kuffel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Mesa, CA 91941 (Online Only)
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Do you find yourself feeling stuck in life? Are you overrun by hopelessness, anxiety, shame, depression or anger? Are you struggling with identity issues, infertility, family conflict, behavior patterns that negatively impact your relationships, or confronting challenges that accompany you every day? If this is what you are experiencing, you are not alone. It takes a lot of courage to seek help and the fact that you have come to this point to be reading this, you are one step closer to making positive change in your life. Through the power of human connection, collaboration and the therapeutic relationship, I can help you.
Do you find yourself feeling stuck in life? Are you overrun by hopelessness, anxiety, shame, depression or anger? Are you struggling with identity issues, infertility, family conflict, behavior patterns that negatively impact your relationships, or confronting challenges that accompany you every day? If this is what you are experiencing, you are not alone. It takes a lot of courage to seek help and the fact that you have come to this point to be reading this, you are one step closer to making positive change in your life. Through the power of human connection, collaboration and the therapeutic relationship, I can help you.
Cucamonga Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT, Psy D
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
I specialize in the following areas such as: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Marriage Counseling, Catholic-Christian Counseling, Infertility, Miscarriages, Perinatal-Postpartum Depression, Relationship Issues, Sexual/Intimacy Issues, Trauma, Anger Management, Self-Esteem/Growth and Early Child Treatment/Diagnosing ages 0-3.
Do you feel that you are struggling alone? Have you tried to seek help from many clinicians', pastors and other professionals and it's not working. I can help you in discovering a new life story and uncovering your qualities. The journey of life can be sad and lonely due to multiple struggles; balancing life, struggles of parenthood, changing professions, family problems, divorce, blended family and midlife crisis. I provide a friendly, relaxed and compassionate atmosphere of no judgment as no one knows the real answer, but enlightened you to work through your painful decisions, disappointments' or challenges.
I specialize in the following areas such as: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Marriage Counseling, Catholic-Christian Counseling, Infertility, Miscarriages, Perinatal-Postpartum Depression, Relationship Issues, Sexual/Intimacy Issues, Trauma, Anger Management, Self-Esteem/Growth and Early Child Treatment/Diagnosing ages 0-3.
Do you feel that you are struggling alone? Have you tried to seek help from many clinicians', pastors and other professionals and it's not working. I can help you in discovering a new life story and uncovering your qualities. The journey of life can be sad and lonely due to multiple struggles; balancing life, struggles of parenthood, changing professions, family problems, divorce, blended family and midlife crisis. I provide a friendly, relaxed and compassionate atmosphere of no judgment as no one knows the real answer, but enlightened you to work through your painful decisions, disappointments' or challenges.
Kelley Lockwood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95112
Additionally, I specialize in assisting parents-to-be and new parents struggling with infertility and perinatal mood disorders (depression, anxiety), which often originates on our path to parenthood.
Are you struggling, knowing it's time for a change but unsure where or how to start? Therapy doesn’t have to be a daunting process. While change and vulnerability can be difficult, I make every effort to help you move toward your goals at a pace defined by you. Whether it's related to our relationships, career, self perceptions and/or how we fit into our world, life's challenges can propel us toward seeking help. Finding our path and achieving our goals are vital in obtaining happiness and satisfaction in life. I want to help you get there.
Additionally, I specialize in assisting parents-to-be and new parents struggling with infertility and perinatal mood disorders (depression, anxiety), which often originates on our path to parenthood.
Are you struggling, knowing it's time for a change but unsure where or how to start? Therapy doesn’t have to be a daunting process. While change and vulnerability can be difficult, I make every effort to help you move toward your goals at a pace defined by you. Whether it's related to our relationships, career, self perceptions and/or how we fit into our world, life's challenges can propel us toward seeking help. Finding our path and achieving our goals are vital in obtaining happiness and satisfaction in life. I want to help you get there.
I understand that infertility and pregnancy related struggles can feel isolating and hopeless at times.
Healing is an integral part of our journeys, and everyone deserves to live with a sense of peace & purpose. Yet many find it difficult to reflect on whether they are living in alignment with themselves and what they truly value. I have worked alongside individuals from all walks of life navigating through addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, and various life transitions. I also help adults and couples navigate through their journeys of infertility, pregnancy, adoption, and fostering. I would love to meet you, learn about you, and walk this journey with you as you find your path towards healing through peace & purpose.
I understand that infertility and pregnancy related struggles can feel isolating and hopeless at times.
Healing is an integral part of our journeys, and everyone deserves to live with a sense of peace & purpose. Yet many find it difficult to reflect on whether they are living in alignment with themselves and what they truly value. I have worked alongside individuals from all walks of life navigating through addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, and various life transitions. I also help adults and couples navigate through their journeys of infertility, pregnancy, adoption, and fostering. I would love to meet you, learn about you, and walk this journey with you as you find your path towards healing through peace & purpose.
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I also specialize in helping people cope with grief and stress associated with infertility treatment, miscarriage, and other reproductive loss.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, non-judgmental, and action-oriented. I practice evidence-based treatments, including Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Cultivating compassion-and mindfulness of the present moment-can help you learn to face the challenges in your life with courage, wisdom, and kindness, improve well-being and life satisfaction, and establish more compassionate relationships with yourself and others. I can also help you regulate emotions, change how you relate with your thoughts, and build new healthier behaviors.
I also specialize in helping people cope with grief and stress associated with infertility treatment, miscarriage, and other reproductive loss.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, non-judgmental, and action-oriented. I practice evidence-based treatments, including Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Cultivating compassion-and mindfulness of the present moment-can help you learn to face the challenges in your life with courage, wisdom, and kindness, improve well-being and life satisfaction, and establish more compassionate relationships with yourself and others. I can also help you regulate emotions, change how you relate with your thoughts, and build new healthier behaviors.
I specialize in infertility, perinatal mental health, trauma, grief/loss, relationships, parenting, and am trained in EMDR.
I am a licensed psychologist with 18 years of experience. With a collaborative approach I create a safe space to engage in a real and honest exploration of what is and isn't working, provide you with tools, and empower you to make transformative changes. I offer insight-oriented depth work and assist you in developing concrete and effective coping skills to manage symptoms such as depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma. I provide compassionate and integrative therapy that focuses on the whole person, and my speciality in trauma has led to a keen understanding of the mind/body connection.
I specialize in infertility, perinatal mental health, trauma, grief/loss, relationships, parenting, and am trained in EMDR.
I am a licensed psychologist with 18 years of experience. With a collaborative approach I create a safe space to engage in a real and honest exploration of what is and isn't working, provide you with tools, and empower you to make transformative changes. I offer insight-oriented depth work and assist you in developing concrete and effective coping skills to manage symptoms such as depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma. I provide compassionate and integrative therapy that focuses on the whole person, and my speciality in trauma has led to a keen understanding of the mind/body connection.
I specialize in individual and group therapy in the fields of perinatal mental health from postpartum mood and anxiety disorders (PMAD), trauma, grief & loss, miscarriage, and infertility.
Hi! My name is Sharrise Boop. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in individual and group therapy in the fields of perinatal mental health from postpartum mood and anxiety disorders (PMAD), trauma, grief & loss, miscarriage, and infertility. I also specialize in working with children/families involved with Child Protective Services (CPS). I am licensed in the state of CA through the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), LCSW 102683, as well as certified in Perinatal Mental Health-Certification (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International (PSI).
I specialize in individual and group therapy in the fields of perinatal mental health from postpartum mood and anxiety disorders (PMAD), trauma, grief & loss, miscarriage, and infertility.
Hi! My name is Sharrise Boop. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in individual and group therapy in the fields of perinatal mental health from postpartum mood and anxiety disorders (PMAD), trauma, grief & loss, miscarriage, and infertility. I also specialize in working with children/families involved with Child Protective Services (CPS). I am licensed in the state of CA through the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), LCSW 102683, as well as certified in Perinatal Mental Health-Certification (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International (PSI).
Debbie A. Freeman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping you with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, infertility, grief, life transitions or anything challenging you.
Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 26 years of experience. As a former Director of Clinical Services and current adjunct professor, I have trained hundreds of upcoming therapists in both the science as well as the art of providing quality, enriching therapy. I am dedicated to helping you to "process" through your challenges allowing you to build healthier relationships and having a successful life. The hardest step is getting started, so feel free to reach out and we can have a conversation. Because of my experience I will be able to zero in on what you need and the best path forward.
I am passionate about helping you with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, infertility, grief, life transitions or anything challenging you.
Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 26 years of experience. As a former Director of Clinical Services and current adjunct professor, I have trained hundreds of upcoming therapists in both the science as well as the art of providing quality, enriching therapy. I am dedicated to helping you to "process" through your challenges allowing you to build healthier relationships and having a successful life. The hardest step is getting started, so feel free to reach out and we can have a conversation. Because of my experience I will be able to zero in on what you need and the best path forward.
It would be my honor to work with you. I am certified in Brainspotting and have experienced clients finding clarity and feeling free from heavy emotional experiences in life. I work with adults, teens, and children. Topics include: trauma, secondary trauma, assault & abuse (physical, emotional, sexual, spiritual), emotional regulation skills, behavioral concerns, anxiety (and anxiety related topics like hoarding, OCD, OCPD, hoarding, and panic attacks), anger management, grief, suicidal thoughts, cutting, performance growth (music, sports, acting), negative or intrusive thoughts, depression, infertility, and parenting support.
It would be my honor to work with you. I am certified in Brainspotting and have experienced clients finding clarity and feeling free from heavy emotional experiences in life. I work with adults, teens, and children. Topics include: trauma, secondary trauma, assault & abuse (physical, emotional, sexual, spiritual), emotional regulation skills, behavioral concerns, anxiety (and anxiety related topics like hoarding, OCD, OCPD, hoarding, and panic attacks), anger management, grief, suicidal thoughts, cutting, performance growth (music, sports, acting), negative or intrusive thoughts, depression, infertility, and parenting support.
Rene Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
My professional specialties include but are not limited to Latin X, gender exploration/ transition, mindfulness, solution focused approaches, anxiety, addiction, depression, complicated grief, trauma, infertility, and family and cultural dynamics.
I characterize my therapeutic approach as imaginative, straightforward, investigative, organized, encouraging, and affirming. I offer several forms of therapy, including narrative, psychodynamic, mindfulness, Latin X, and solutions-focused approaches. I have a wide range of experiences with addiction, abuse and trauma, chronic illness, cultural issues, family dynamics, and transgender challenges. I am also fluent in Spanish when it comes to treatment. I like to travel, spend time with my family, and train my five parrots in my free time.
My professional specialties include but are not limited to Latin X, gender exploration/ transition, mindfulness, solution focused approaches, anxiety, addiction, depression, complicated grief, trauma, infertility, and family and cultural dynamics.
I characterize my therapeutic approach as imaginative, straightforward, investigative, organized, encouraging, and affirming. I offer several forms of therapy, including narrative, psychodynamic, mindfulness, Latin X, and solutions-focused approaches. I have a wide range of experiences with addiction, abuse and trauma, chronic illness, cultural issues, family dynamics, and transgender challenges. I am also fluent in Spanish when it comes to treatment. I like to travel, spend time with my family, and train my five parrots in my free time.
Envision Wellness Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362 (Online Only)
We are passionate about helping women who are faced with various challenges related to infertility, postpartum, women's health, and chronic illness. Our team of therapists uses their specialized training and lived experience to customize ways to best support you during this time.
We are passionate about helping women who are faced with various challenges related to infertility, postpartum, women's health, and chronic illness. Our team of therapists uses their specialized training and lived experience to customize ways to best support you during this time.
My current practice is dedicated to serving adults and I specialize in Mood Disorders (Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar), Personality Disorders, grief, and life adjustments (prenatal and postpartum, infertility, parenting, employment shifts, changes in family dynamics, infidelity, divorce, etc.
Hello, grateful to have crossed paths- I'm Sonya Jesus, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have 12 years of experience in the mental health field. I am bilingual; one of my greatest passions is working with the Spanish-speaking community. I pride myself in being culturally sensitive, person-centered, and utilize a variety of treatment modalities to address your needs and provide helpful interventions to support you outside of our sessions.
My current practice is dedicated to serving adults and I specialize in Mood Disorders (Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar), Personality Disorders, grief, and life adjustments (prenatal and postpartum, infertility, parenting, employment shifts, changes in family dynamics, infidelity, divorce, etc.
Hello, grateful to have crossed paths- I'm Sonya Jesus, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have 12 years of experience in the mental health field. I am bilingual; one of my greatest passions is working with the Spanish-speaking community. I pride myself in being culturally sensitive, person-centered, and utilize a variety of treatment modalities to address your needs and provide helpful interventions to support you outside of our sessions.
In addition, I have a specialty in Women's Health Care, eg pregnancy and postpartum-related problems, infertility, gynecologic oncology, menopause, PMS and other hormonal issues, PTSD/childhood sexual abuse, weight, eating disorders, sexuality and relationships.
I am a psychiatrist providing psychotherapy and/or psychopharmacology, depending on the client's needs. I believe it is important to offer individualized care based on the client's problems, concerns and preferences. My style is warm, collaborative and interactive. I can help with a practical, solution-focused approach for current problems. I also do exploratory therapy to address unresolved issues from the past that may be interfering with living your life as fully as possible. My clients also seek depth therapy to promote personal growth, insight and self awareness. LICENSED IN 20 STATES--Virtual therapy and med management.
In addition, I have a specialty in Women's Health Care, eg pregnancy and postpartum-related problems, infertility, gynecologic oncology, menopause, PMS and other hormonal issues, PTSD/childhood sexual abuse, weight, eating disorders, sexuality and relationships.
I am a psychiatrist providing psychotherapy and/or psychopharmacology, depending on the client's needs. I believe it is important to offer individualized care based on the client's problems, concerns and preferences. My style is warm, collaborative and interactive. I can help with a practical, solution-focused approach for current problems. I also do exploratory therapy to address unresolved issues from the past that may be interfering with living your life as fully as possible. My clients also seek depth therapy to promote personal growth, insight and self awareness. LICENSED IN 20 STATES--Virtual therapy and med management.
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Infertility Therapists
How can infertility affect couples and their relationship?
Clients who are dealing with infertility may experience conflict and communication problems. It’s not unusual for shame, blame, and guilt to arise in cases of infertility, whether the source of the problem is one partner or both. This means that clients are upset and pulling away from their partner just when they need them the most. Some clients may find it difficult to spend time around friends and family who are pregnant. Friends and family can also make hurtful comments that increase tension during this time.
How does therapy for infertility issues work?
The therapist will begin by gathering information about the client or couple and make a treatment plan for their specific concerns. In addition to addressing common mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma reactions or PTSD, therapists can help clients improve their decision-making and deal with stressors unique to infertility. Some examples include coping with the “two-week wait” before a pregnancy test, the distress associated with a failed attempt or miscarriage, and the shame and blame sometimes associated with reproductive concerns.
What type of therapy is best for infertility issues?
Many therapists offer psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are dealing with infertility issues. Some helpful therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which can aid clients in reframing negative thoughts about their situation. Expressive writing and art therapy can help clients process difficult feelings. Clients might also benefit from group therapy to experience support from others who are dealing with the same problems.
How long does therapy for infertility issues take?
There is no set length for therapy that addresses infertility or reproductive concerns. Some clients might find it helpful to continue therapy during their pregnancy to have healthy ways to cope with any associated stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Some clients who decide not to pursue fertility treatments might benefit from the support of a therapist. The duration of therapy varies depending on the individual client’s specific needs and goals.