Christine E. Erickson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
I am a Clinical Member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.
Even the children of dedicated, responsible parents can develop behavioral or emotional problems as they move through childhood and adolescence. Sometimes the acting out or other worrisome behaviors occur only at home. Other times, the difficulties erupt at school. Or both. Perhaps what you or the school has tried isn't working. You may be blaming yourself even though it is not your fault. At these times, an experienced child therapist can help you and your family get back on track.
I am a Clinical Member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.
Even the children of dedicated, responsible parents can develop behavioral or emotional problems as they move through childhood and adolescence. Sometimes the acting out or other worrisome behaviors occur only at home. Other times, the difficulties erupt at school. Or both. Perhaps what you or the school has tried isn't working. You may be blaming yourself even though it is not your fault. At these times, an experienced child therapist can help you and your family get back on track.
(707) 575-1600 View (707) 575-1600
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Patrea Ann Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
I specialize in pre- marital, couples, individual and child therapy.
Each of us is unique. We all come from different backgrounds and cultures. People suffer in different ways and pain can manifest itself through our mental health in various forms such as depression, anxiety, and a myriad of physical and health problems. My goal is to help you make positive changes in your life in order to become the person you aspire to be. I believe no matter how challenging the process, we need to be content and be our authentic selves. In order to do this, we need to explore our struggles and gain insight and make positive change in our lives.
I specialize in pre- marital, couples, individual and child therapy.
Each of us is unique. We all come from different backgrounds and cultures. People suffer in different ways and pain can manifest itself through our mental health in various forms such as depression, anxiety, and a myriad of physical and health problems. My goal is to help you make positive changes in your life in order to become the person you aspire to be. I believe no matter how challenging the process, we need to be content and be our authentic selves. In order to do this, we need to explore our struggles and gain insight and make positive change in our lives.
(707) 284-0528 View (707) 284-0528
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Catherine Tahmin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
I provide marital and couples therapy and often help couples mend issues of infidelity.
I welcome and work well with challenge. My style is warm, direct, and engaging while maintaining a stance of curiosity and compassion. I help clients suffering from depression and anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, addiction, and childhood abuse. I will do everything in my power to support you. You’ve every reason to expect relief from emotional pain and stress. My deep listening skills and therapeutic feedback are aimed at unburdening you from whatever issues prevent you from experiencing a more empowered sense of yourself. My clinical approach is psychodynamic.
I provide marital and couples therapy and often help couples mend issues of infidelity.
I welcome and work well with challenge. My style is warm, direct, and engaging while maintaining a stance of curiosity and compassion. I help clients suffering from depression and anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, addiction, and childhood abuse. I will do everything in my power to support you. You’ve every reason to expect relief from emotional pain and stress. My deep listening skills and therapeutic feedback are aimed at unburdening you from whatever issues prevent you from experiencing a more empowered sense of yourself. My clinical approach is psychodynamic.
(707) 346-5688 View (707) 346-5688
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Nereida Medina
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
My name is Nereida Medina, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Redlands, California. I am currently working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults in individual and couple's therapy. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and relationship conflicts. My style and approach are a good fit for young adults and adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and couples who are struggling to communicate through ongoing stressors.
My name is Nereida Medina, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Redlands, California. I am currently working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults in individual and couple's therapy. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and relationship conflicts. My style and approach are a good fit for young adults and adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and couples who are struggling to communicate through ongoing stressors.
(657) 837-2201 View (657) 837-2201
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Julie Fennimore
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Are you struggling with your life in some way? I create a safe and supportive environment in which we work together to address what is preventing you from living your life in a way that feels right to you. I have over 20 years of experience as a clinical psychologist and use an integrative approach to identify the underlying causes of your distress and guide you to be able to process and heal. I love my work and feel honored to be part of helping you recover so that you are able to engage in your life in a more fulfilling and satisfying way.
Are you struggling with your life in some way? I create a safe and supportive environment in which we work together to address what is preventing you from living your life in a way that feels right to you. I have over 20 years of experience as a clinical psychologist and use an integrative approach to identify the underlying causes of your distress and guide you to be able to process and heal. I love my work and feel honored to be part of helping you recover so that you are able to engage in your life in a more fulfilling and satisfying way.
(707) 669-4256 View (707) 669-4256
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Charles William Asher
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMin, MFT, RP, MDiv, MA
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Whatever I have to say about myself, our work is about you! It's about you having a safe, contained, confidential relationship with me. It's about you bringing your concerns for our consideration. I've been in private practice for more than forty years as a Jungian analyst. I work primarily with individuals. In addition to working with conscious relational material, I have been trained to work with unconscious material, dreams, daydreams, symptoms of all kinds to identify patterns that are not working and to discover with you new possibilities.
Whatever I have to say about myself, our work is about you! It's about you having a safe, contained, confidential relationship with me. It's about you bringing your concerns for our consideration. I've been in private practice for more than forty years as a Jungian analyst. I work primarily with individuals. In addition to working with conscious relational material, I have been trained to work with unconscious material, dreams, daydreams, symptoms of all kinds to identify patterns that are not working and to discover with you new possibilities.
(805) 678-8029 View (805) 678-8029
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Stephen J Magill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
I am a therapist because I want to help people who are wanting change. The goal of therapy should be about identifying real problems and working on effective solutions. This can be a scary process for clients, so I operate from a constant place of non-judgment and unconditional positive regard. My goal is to help you find your own solutions to your problems, with me serving as guide along the way. Therapy doesn’t need to be long term, scary, or overwhelming. I can offer a safe place to explore your problems, gain insight into your thoughts and emotions, and work together on finding effective solutions that are realistic and doable.
I am a therapist because I want to help people who are wanting change. The goal of therapy should be about identifying real problems and working on effective solutions. This can be a scary process for clients, so I operate from a constant place of non-judgment and unconditional positive regard. My goal is to help you find your own solutions to your problems, with me serving as guide along the way. Therapy doesn’t need to be long term, scary, or overwhelming. I can offer a safe place to explore your problems, gain insight into your thoughts and emotions, and work together on finding effective solutions that are realistic and doable.
(707) 207-8485 View (707) 207-8485
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Richard C Alongi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, CPTT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404  (Online Only)
In my practice, I attempt to address suffering: what makes us suffer, how we suffer, and how suffering can be alleviated. I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with life issues and are not afraid to take on the suffering consciously, with my support, in order to transform their lives. I specialize in the treatment of addictions of all kinds, but primarily chemical, co-dependency, sex and romance, and gambling. I also specialize in the treatment of trauma/PTSD, both from current life situations and from childhood experiences.
In my practice, I attempt to address suffering: what makes us suffer, how we suffer, and how suffering can be alleviated. I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with life issues and are not afraid to take on the suffering consciously, with my support, in order to transform their lives. I specialize in the treatment of addictions of all kinds, but primarily chemical, co-dependency, sex and romance, and gambling. I also specialize in the treatment of trauma/PTSD, both from current life situations and from childhood experiences.
(707) 639-1259 View (707) 639-1259
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SOS Community Counseling Clinic
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
SOS is a non-profit counseling agency that provides affordable therapy services to everyone in our community regardless of ability to pay. We offer individual therapy for adults, teens and children, couples counseling, and families at our Community Counseling Clinics in Santa Rosa, Cloverdale and Rohnert Park. We have a diverse team of pre-licensed therapists who bring a variety of clinical specialties to our clinics.
SOS is a non-profit counseling agency that provides affordable therapy services to everyone in our community regardless of ability to pay. We offer individual therapy for adults, teens and children, couples counseling, and families at our Community Counseling Clinics in Santa Rosa, Cloverdale and Rohnert Park. We have a diverse team of pre-licensed therapists who bring a variety of clinical specialties to our clinics.
(707) 238-4171 View (707) 238-4171
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Sienna Mauve Gregan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404  (Online Only)
I work from a humanistic, integrative approach. The way that I view Integrative psychotherapy is to honor the process of taking disowned or unresolved aspects (or parts) of the self and bring them together in order to help one find their "true authentic self." This process reduces defense mechanisms, and supports each client to integrate those protective parts in order to engage with the world, themselves and the people they care about. I bring presence, as well as unconditional personal regard to all my clients.
I work from a humanistic, integrative approach. The way that I view Integrative psychotherapy is to honor the process of taking disowned or unresolved aspects (or parts) of the self and bring them together in order to help one find their "true authentic self." This process reduces defense mechanisms, and supports each client to integrate those protective parts in order to engage with the world, themselves and the people they care about. I bring presence, as well as unconditional personal regard to all my clients.
(707) 267-2415 View (707) 267-2415
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Michael R. Newmark
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Life can be difficult, but you shouldn't have to take on its challenges alone. I'd like to provide a safe, supportive space for you to deal with those challenges, so that life feels manageable and even beautiful.
Life can be difficult, but you shouldn't have to take on its challenges alone. I'd like to provide a safe, supportive space for you to deal with those challenges, so that life feels manageable and even beautiful.
(707) 595-9695 View (707) 595-9695
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Bob Greenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
I provide a safe, supportive place for creative problem solving and self exploration. Each individual has a unique combination of strengths, needs and personal history that need to be identified and used to best achieve their goals. I view psychotherapy as a tool that can help people see new possibilities and potential in their lives, conquer fears and expand imitations.
I provide a safe, supportive place for creative problem solving and self exploration. Each individual has a unique combination of strengths, needs and personal history that need to be identified and used to best achieve their goals. I view psychotherapy as a tool that can help people see new possibilities and potential in their lives, conquer fears and expand imitations.
(707) 579-5928 View (707) 579-5928
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Aleta Greenspan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
The word “heal” comes from “to make whole.” Psychotherapy, more aptly psyche-therapy, is a sacred process of tending to the soul wound and waking more fully to one’s aliveness and inherent wholeness. I am deeply passionate about supporting you in healing the fragmented and disowned parts of self that hinder you from living a life of meaningful connections, purposeful self-agency and joy. We work collaboratively to creatively transform unconscious and limiting belief structures, access your resiliencies, welcome emerging truths, skillfully navigate adversity with new tools, and integrate insights for profound and evolving change.
The word “heal” comes from “to make whole.” Psychotherapy, more aptly psyche-therapy, is a sacred process of tending to the soul wound and waking more fully to one’s aliveness and inherent wholeness. I am deeply passionate about supporting you in healing the fragmented and disowned parts of self that hinder you from living a life of meaningful connections, purposeful self-agency and joy. We work collaboratively to creatively transform unconscious and limiting belief structures, access your resiliencies, welcome emerging truths, skillfully navigate adversity with new tools, and integrate insights for profound and evolving change.
(707) 475-3119 View (707) 475-3119
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Don Bruce Ross
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Most of us seek therapy in crisis: facing divorce, job loss, a cancer diagnosis, etc. This means danger and opportunity. The danger is shutting down (hiding your feelings) or "acting out" (fighting or seeking comfort in affairs, the internet, alcohol/drugs etc.). The opportunity is to learn new ways to connect deeply with yourself and those you love; to accept and express your deepest feelings and needs; and to hear others' feelings with openness. You can create your life anew and authentically. I know this road personally. And I welcome you, as you share your journey from crisis to growth.
Most of us seek therapy in crisis: facing divorce, job loss, a cancer diagnosis, etc. This means danger and opportunity. The danger is shutting down (hiding your feelings) or "acting out" (fighting or seeking comfort in affairs, the internet, alcohol/drugs etc.). The opportunity is to learn new ways to connect deeply with yourself and those you love; to accept and express your deepest feelings and needs; and to hear others' feelings with openness. You can create your life anew and authentically. I know this road personally. And I welcome you, as you share your journey from crisis to growth.
(707) 466-0928 View (707) 466-0928
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Kirsty Cordell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Being a human is complex. While some times allow for us to experience joy, pleasure, and fulfillment, other times may leave us feeling stuck, entrenched in patterns, disconnected from ourselves and others, or find it challenging to navigate the obstacles ahead. My role is to support clients in deepening their understanding of how they got to where they are, process experiences that influence present day reactivity and relationship patterns, shed feelings of inadequacy, reclaim their sense of agency, and re-author the narratives that bind them to create room to lead a more meaningful, fulfilling and satisfying life.
Being a human is complex. While some times allow for us to experience joy, pleasure, and fulfillment, other times may leave us feeling stuck, entrenched in patterns, disconnected from ourselves and others, or find it challenging to navigate the obstacles ahead. My role is to support clients in deepening their understanding of how they got to where they are, process experiences that influence present day reactivity and relationship patterns, shed feelings of inadequacy, reclaim their sense of agency, and re-author the narratives that bind them to create room to lead a more meaningful, fulfilling and satisfying life.
(707) 289-3973 View (707) 289-3973
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Erica Lindstrom-Dake
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404  (Online Only)
I believe that connection is our greatest human strength and that facilitating an understanding and pattern of safe connection to self and others is the primary work of therapy. I work relationally with my clients to provide a safe, stable, caring space where you can explore your life, your thoughts, your feelings and your needs. This form of exploration can help you move to see yourself with less judgment, more empathy, more self love and a deeper sense of understanding. When we operate from this place within ourselves, we are better able to make choices and decisions that result in less suffering.
I believe that connection is our greatest human strength and that facilitating an understanding and pattern of safe connection to self and others is the primary work of therapy. I work relationally with my clients to provide a safe, stable, caring space where you can explore your life, your thoughts, your feelings and your needs. This form of exploration can help you move to see yourself with less judgment, more empathy, more self love and a deeper sense of understanding. When we operate from this place within ourselves, we are better able to make choices and decisions that result in less suffering.
(707) 203-2804 View (707) 203-2804
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Georgia Meyer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Therapy is about a relationship. It's about your relationship to yourself and finding ways to move out of stuck places. I want to get to know you and help you know yourself better. I'd like to help you find some tools to help yourself. Non-judgment, awareness, acceptance and willingness are characteristics I'd like to help you develop. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, divorce, work stress, trauma and codependency. Creating a safe space for you to look at your issues is my goal.
Therapy is about a relationship. It's about your relationship to yourself and finding ways to move out of stuck places. I want to get to know you and help you know yourself better. I'd like to help you find some tools to help yourself. Non-judgment, awareness, acceptance and willingness are characteristics I'd like to help you develop. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, divorce, work stress, trauma and codependency. Creating a safe space for you to look at your issues is my goal.
(707) 456-4468 View (707) 456-4468
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Shaghayegh 'Shauna' Lopez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
I believe that therapy can provide a sense of clarity in beliefs and values that guide insight and understanding of our path moving forward through challenges. I work with you to find actionable steps by using self-awareness, acceptance and tools to better your life. I often work with pre-teens, teens, young adults, families and individuals in creating a safe space to explore challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, career/identity issues, life adjustments, relational challenges and parenting struggles.
I believe that therapy can provide a sense of clarity in beliefs and values that guide insight and understanding of our path moving forward through challenges. I work with you to find actionable steps by using self-awareness, acceptance and tools to better your life. I often work with pre-teens, teens, young adults, families and individuals in creating a safe space to explore challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, career/identity issues, life adjustments, relational challenges and parenting struggles.
(707) 669-4377 x925705 View (707) 669-4377 x925705
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Kristy Hellum
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My clients tend to be creative and sensitive souls, ready to transform unhealthy relationships & patterns and embrace more joy. I work well with those who have a spiritual practice to lean on while integrating psychological insights for lasting change and healing. Among other things, I specialize in couple's communication skill building, healthy sexuality & healing from relationship trauma/intimate betrayal. Let's explore the roots of suffering/stuckness and open new paths to wholeness. Everyone has an innate capacity to grow & change in profound ways. I would be honored to help you feel more peace, love and joy. LGBTQ ally.
My clients tend to be creative and sensitive souls, ready to transform unhealthy relationships & patterns and embrace more joy. I work well with those who have a spiritual practice to lean on while integrating psychological insights for lasting change and healing. Among other things, I specialize in couple's communication skill building, healthy sexuality & healing from relationship trauma/intimate betrayal. Let's explore the roots of suffering/stuckness and open new paths to wholeness. Everyone has an innate capacity to grow & change in profound ways. I would be honored to help you feel more peace, love and joy. LGBTQ ally.
(707) 513-4226 View (707) 513-4226
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Tatra de la Rosa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
I love working as a therapist and find that I am deeply fulfilled working with clients on any of life's many complexities. I am an active and engaged therapist who seeks to truly understand and connect with each of my clients, regardless of whatever challenges and conflicts they are facing and attempting to resolve. My purpose as a therapist is best served when I am being myself: straightforward and direct, curious and compassionate, and deeply engaged and connected. The primary focus of my work is with couples and individuals of any sexual orientation and relationship style.
I love working as a therapist and find that I am deeply fulfilled working with clients on any of life's many complexities. I am an active and engaged therapist who seeks to truly understand and connect with each of my clients, regardless of whatever challenges and conflicts they are facing and attempting to resolve. My purpose as a therapist is best served when I am being myself: straightforward and direct, curious and compassionate, and deeply engaged and connected. The primary focus of my work is with couples and individuals of any sexual orientation and relationship style.
(707) 820-2737 View (707) 820-2737
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Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.