Lesbian Therapists in Placerville, CA

Over the course of my practice I have worked with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, and a multitude of life stressors. At different times in our lives, support may be needed navigating through these emotional difficulties. I have a warm and genuine approach and will provide support and guidance. I provide a non-judgmental environment while also gently challenging you to make needed changes when appropriate. We will work together to identify goals to improve your life and help you feel better.

Are you struggling with your child? Is your child struggling with displaying negative behaviors, emotionally unable to communicate their feelings or thoughts? Often times children display misbehavior as a way to communicate their inner feelings/thoughts. Let me help you or your child find practical tool coping skills to manage life successfully My passion is helping others, but more specifically children and their families who are struggling due to a variety of issues. My primary experience and focus has been with children and adolescences that have experienced trauma, substance abuse issues, behavioral issues, poor academic achievement and learning disabilities.

Michael McAtee provides virtual/online individual & couples therapy. Michael’s approach to treatment is a synthesis of several evidence-based modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic and family systems. He emphasizes the interconnection of mind, body, and spirit, as optimal healing and lasting change occur when our efforts are focused on the whole person including biological, psychological, social, and spiritual.

If you are struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety or just feeling stuck, we are here for you. We utilize multiple therapeutic modalities including CBT, DBT, attachment therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness and Trail Talk. We work from different therapeutic approaches to help clients find their own intentions, resources and strengths. We also offer Life and Relationship Coaching, an action oriented approach, focused on the present and future, working on the "how" to your goals.

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a holistic, client-centered therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.

Let's work together! I can offer education, a sounding board, and opportunities for insight as you reflect and work to improve your life and that of your loved ones. With practical tools and a compassionate heart, your journey can become more effective, more satisfying. My hope is that therapy becomes a place where you step into the office, away from the busy pace of life, a place where you step further into yourself. Knowing yourself and having the tools to gain that knowledge can be pivotal to your well-being and that of your family's.

I believe therapy can be fun and transforming! Therapy is like getting a tune-up for your car. If your car is 18 years old, it might be time to do some maintenance! This is okay; you want your car to run well! Therapy is for the client, YOU. And you are an integral part in your own therapy. You create your own goals; I only help facilitate those goals. I see myself as a guide, someone to help you put the puzzle pieces together to create a fuller, more complete, life. A life that is filled with deeper meaning and sense of purpose. Main Therapeutic Approaches: Logo Therapy (Viktor Frankl) and Cognitive, both of which are direct.

I am honored to serve anyone struggling with any type of trauma/PTSD, addiction, depression, or anxiety who wants life to be a little different. Total healing IS possible! I have a passion for non-judgemental connection with people who are nervous about being vulnerable, don’t want therapy, or have had a bad experience in the past. It can be fun and is worth the work! I like to partner with you to discover your strengths and help you reach YOUR goals. My ideal client is someone who has a good sense of humor, a desire for change, an open mind, ok w/an occassional bad word (or two), and MUST love dogs. I do animal assisted therapy.

In my 45+ years working with kids, adults and families as an El Dorado County teacher, school counselor, diversity trainer, and therapist, I have been privileged to partner with individuals struggling through life's curves and personal challenges. Together, we have fostered growth and healing in the areas of loss, depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, identity challenges, parenting/grandparenting, and family trauma. I have expertise in, and a deep understanding of diversity and issues related to bullying.

As the Director of CAMERON PARK COUNSELING CENTER, I have assembled a wonderful team of knowledgeable, talented and passionate therapists who specialize in the wide array of psychotherapeutic approaches and areas of specialization. When you call our office, you will be paired up with the therapist best suited to your issue.

**ONLINE THERAPY AVAILABLE** Do you come from a family where one or both of your parents/caregivers were not emotionally there for you as a child, maybe they had an addiction (alcohol, drugs, work, anything else but you)? From these experiences as a child you received and downloaded messages that impact your life now as an adult. Maybe now as an adult you too suffer from an addiction, experience depression and/or anxiety or perhaps you keep finding yourself in co-dependent relationships. You want to break free from feeling lost and/or out of control, you want to be happy and feel secure in yourself and relationships.

For years you have struggled, coping with your experiences of trauma, and its impact on your current relationships. Perhaps your parents were Emotionally Immature, and you realize that it has impacted your self-esteem and your ability to have healthy functioning adult relationships. Maybe you were the one who always had to hold everything together, and to be the caretaker for everyone else. Perhaps your teenager is also struggling to regulate emotions, develop healthy relationships, and care for themselves. Please know that there is hope to have a healthy functioning existence and a happy family life.

I am an interactive, strengths-based therapist focused on listening and helping clients find a path through personal life challenges. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in working with couples and individuals, in person and online. For couples, I offer an evidence-based blueprint to help you reconnect, communicate, and recapture your intimacy. For individuals, I listen and support you in finding your path and meeting your goals. In addition, I offer individuals an escape to the trails-- talk therapy in nature.