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William Carroll
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MACP
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Welcome to the inner work! What happens in a therapy room, of course, has to do with the challenges one has brought, but also in raising a person's awareness about their powerful capacity to heal, navigate, and thrive in this world. I have 28 years of experience as a teacher, compassionate intuit, and psychotherapist which assists me strongly as a guide who can hold space for people from many different cultures, and walks of life, as they step into their truth.
Welcome to the inner work! What happens in a therapy room, of course, has to do with the challenges one has brought, but also in raising a person's awareness about their powerful capacity to heal, navigate, and thrive in this world. I have 28 years of experience as a teacher, compassionate intuit, and psychotherapist which assists me strongly as a guide who can hold space for people from many different cultures, and walks of life, as they step into their truth.
(707) 595-9668 View (707) 595-9668
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David Gottlieb
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Let me help you to lean into being the best version of yourself. Individuals, including adults and teens, and couples come to my practice with a wide range of problem areas of their lives including anxiety, depression, anger, relationship dynamics, parenting, ADHD, and learning differences. I will work with you at your pace with empathy, respect, humor, and evidence-based techniques to help you develop the tools and perspectives you need to make the changes you want to lead a more satisfying life.
Let me help you to lean into being the best version of yourself. Individuals, including adults and teens, and couples come to my practice with a wide range of problem areas of their lives including anxiety, depression, anger, relationship dynamics, parenting, ADHD, and learning differences. I will work with you at your pace with empathy, respect, humor, and evidence-based techniques to help you develop the tools and perspectives you need to make the changes you want to lead a more satisfying life.
(707) 640-3514 View (707) 640-3514

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Lucia C Cargill
PhD, MSN, MA, PHN, FNP-C
Verified Verified
Sebastopol, CA 95473
Greetings! Welcome to our multidisciplinary, holistic, integrative mental health coaching practice. We are open to new ideas from Integrative/Functional Medicine, supportive care for your psychiatric needs, drug free care, and nutritional support. We believe whole body health is the best way to good brain health. Good brain health impacts mental health. We invite you to a different approach to brain health and mental health through coaching and support for referrals to the best functional medicine providers sourcing balance, resolution of inflammation & for all your whole body-mind-spirit healing. We invite you to join us for care.
Greetings! Welcome to our multidisciplinary, holistic, integrative mental health coaching practice. We are open to new ideas from Integrative/Functional Medicine, supportive care for your psychiatric needs, drug free care, and nutritional support. We believe whole body health is the best way to good brain health. Good brain health impacts mental health. We invite you to a different approach to brain health and mental health through coaching and support for referrals to the best functional medicine providers sourcing balance, resolution of inflammation & for all your whole body-mind-spirit healing. We invite you to join us for care.
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Elizabeth Davis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, BCBA
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95661
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst, I will thoughtfully help you.
Hello. Welcome to my Psychology Today website. Many people face challenges in their relationships with a loved one, a friend or at work and sometimes with concerns related to personal goals or careers. If you are like most people these challenges may leave you feeling overwhelmed, depressed or anxious! You may be wanting to talk with someone you can trust; someone from whom you can really get help. Most people find that speaking with a Counselor who understands their situation and who has the experience to provide them with insight and specific skills can help to gently guide them to the peace and happiness they want and deserve.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst, I will thoughtfully help you.
Hello. Welcome to my Psychology Today website. Many people face challenges in their relationships with a loved one, a friend or at work and sometimes with concerns related to personal goals or careers. If you are like most people these challenges may leave you feeling overwhelmed, depressed or anxious! You may be wanting to talk with someone you can trust; someone from whom you can really get help. Most people find that speaking with a Counselor who understands their situation and who has the experience to provide them with insight and specific skills can help to gently guide them to the peace and happiness they want and deserve.
(916) 287-1775 View (916) 287-1775
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Thomas Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Mateo, CA 94401  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Thomas Williams and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working with a diverse population, such as children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a variety of needs; behavioral, emotional, social, relational, and psycho-educational.
My name is Thomas Williams and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working with a diverse population, such as children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a variety of needs; behavioral, emotional, social, relational, and psycho-educational.
(650) 600-7742 View (650) 600-7742
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Melissa Ruiz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94566
I am a licensed marriage & family therapist with a genuine desire to help others.My approach to therapy begins with deep compassion toward each person's unique circumstances and story. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-love, being a highly sensitive person or having difficulty adjusting to change or life events, I strive to provide a non-judgmental environment where you can feel safe and comfortable to express yourself in an honest way. I also believe in a holistic, mind-body approach to treatment and often encourage integrating nutrition, functional medicine and natural approaches in order to optimally heal.
I am a licensed marriage & family therapist with a genuine desire to help others.My approach to therapy begins with deep compassion toward each person's unique circumstances and story. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-love, being a highly sensitive person or having difficulty adjusting to change or life events, I strive to provide a non-judgmental environment where you can feel safe and comfortable to express yourself in an honest way. I also believe in a holistic, mind-body approach to treatment and often encourage integrating nutrition, functional medicine and natural approaches in order to optimally heal.
(925) 403-4742 View (925) 403-4742
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Christina Altemueller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Santa Clara, CA 95050
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice in Santa Clara, CA. I provide services to children, teens, and families. I offer support with behavioral concerns, anger, anxiety, depression, and parenting.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice in Santa Clara, CA. I provide services to children, teens, and families. I offer support with behavioral concerns, anger, anxiety, depression, and parenting.
(408) 688-9179 View (408) 688-9179
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Allyson Gayle Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, BCBA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) with comprehensive knowledge and extensive experience serving individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental, intellectual, and mental health disabilities, as well as supporting, collaborating, and coordinating care with their families and other service providers.
I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) with comprehensive knowledge and extensive experience serving individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental, intellectual, and mental health disabilities, as well as supporting, collaborating, and coordinating care with their families and other service providers.
(415) 301-2529 View (415) 301-2529
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Sankofa Holistic Counseling - Teletherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Folsom, CA 95630  (Online Only)
I have received specialized training and have years of experience treating Sexual Abuse/Assault, PTSD, Marital Issues, Sexual Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Trauma, Domestic Violence, Ante/Postpartum Depression, LGBTQ Issues, Family Issues, Foster Care/Adoption Issues, Veterans/Active Duty, Women’s Issues, and Attachment/Codependency Issues.
“You get in life what you have the courage to ask for.” My clinical experience includes working with adults, children, adolescents or families who are struggling with challenging behaviors, toxic relationships and/or complex emotions. These struggles can cause profound sadness that physically hurts inside of you. I specialize in flushing out negative thought patterns and working through traumatic experiences that keeps individuals, families and couples feeling struck in an emotional vortex and trapped in recycling toxic behaviors. By working together, we can unlock your courage to ask. Everything you need to heal is inside of you!
I have received specialized training and have years of experience treating Sexual Abuse/Assault, PTSD, Marital Issues, Sexual Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Trauma, Domestic Violence, Ante/Postpartum Depression, LGBTQ Issues, Family Issues, Foster Care/Adoption Issues, Veterans/Active Duty, Women’s Issues, and Attachment/Codependency Issues.
“You get in life what you have the courage to ask for.” My clinical experience includes working with adults, children, adolescents or families who are struggling with challenging behaviors, toxic relationships and/or complex emotions. These struggles can cause profound sadness that physically hurts inside of you. I specialize in flushing out negative thought patterns and working through traumatic experiences that keeps individuals, families and couples feeling struck in an emotional vortex and trapped in recycling toxic behaviors. By working together, we can unlock your courage to ask. Everything you need to heal is inside of you!
(916) 439-8456 View (916) 439-8456
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My Dope Therapist , MFT Corp
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, CA 94513
Needing therapy doesn’t mean you are weak. It doesn’t mean you are the problem, and it most certainly does not mean you can’t have your religion too! Therapy is for the strong, the resilient, the ones who want to grow. Ones who want to break generational curses and start a new healthy legacy. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both California and Nevada. My warm and down to Earth, yet professional demeanor allows me to build rapport with others quickly to establish meaningful lasting relationships with my clients.
Needing therapy doesn’t mean you are weak. It doesn’t mean you are the problem, and it most certainly does not mean you can’t have your religion too! Therapy is for the strong, the resilient, the ones who want to grow. Ones who want to break generational curses and start a new healthy legacy. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both California and Nevada. My warm and down to Earth, yet professional demeanor allows me to build rapport with others quickly to establish meaningful lasting relationships with my clients.
(925) 966-1747 View (925) 966-1747
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Holly Naus
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lodi, CA 95240
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist and passionate about helping others, regardless of their background, gender, race, sexuality, or religion. ”I am passionate about bringing awareness to mental health and help individuals and their families to understand why people act and behave in certain ways". As a Therapist and Health Education Instructor, it is important for you to be in an environment where you feel safe without judgement, and can heal by understanding and recognizing your strengths and problem solving challenges.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist and passionate about helping others, regardless of their background, gender, race, sexuality, or religion. ”I am passionate about bringing awareness to mental health and help individuals and their families to understand why people act and behave in certain ways". As a Therapist and Health Education Instructor, it is important for you to be in an environment where you feel safe without judgement, and can heal by understanding and recognizing your strengths and problem solving challenges.
(209) 885-8158 View (209) 885-8158
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Alexandera Espinosa
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95128  (Online Only)
Alexandera Espinosa is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who has worked for 9 years in the Bay Area with families and individuals coping with life transitions, anxiety, depression, and grief. Alexandera is dedicated to supporting her clients as they navigate personal difficulties and find their own personal strength.
Alexandera Espinosa is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who has worked for 9 years in the Bay Area with families and individuals coping with life transitions, anxiety, depression, and grief. Alexandera is dedicated to supporting her clients as they navigate personal difficulties and find their own personal strength.
(408) 676-1193 View (408) 676-1193
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Heather McCall
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MS
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596  (Online Only)
Hello! I am a California state licensed marriage family therapist, who specializes in providing evidence-based treatment and assessment to children, adults and families with a variety of emotional, behavioral and developmental challenges. I am experienced in working with children, teens, and young adults in a variety of settings including in-home, schools, non-profit agencies and private practice. I also offer parenting consultation.
Hello! I am a California state licensed marriage family therapist, who specializes in providing evidence-based treatment and assessment to children, adults and families with a variety of emotional, behavioral and developmental challenges. I am experienced in working with children, teens, and young adults in a variety of settings including in-home, schools, non-profit agencies and private practice. I also offer parenting consultation.
(925) 319-5785 View (925) 319-5785
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Joelle Rabow Maletis & Associates, Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAEd, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Mountain View, CA 94040
Joelle Rabow Maletis, MAEd, MA, LMFT, is a well known psychotherapist and trauma expert. She specializes in PTSD, relationship issues, addictions, and life transitions. JRM&A works with clients struggling with hardships such as miscarriages, infertility, eating disorders, self-harm, and various forms of trauma. We offer relationship services for dating, parenting, marriage, and couples. We also help military personnel and first responders with PTSD, trauma, stress, anxiety, vicarious trauma, and the transition back to civilian life. Our individual services include trauma, life transitions, anxiety, trauma, complex PTSD, and more.
Joelle Rabow Maletis, MAEd, MA, LMFT, is a well known psychotherapist and trauma expert. She specializes in PTSD, relationship issues, addictions, and life transitions. JRM&A works with clients struggling with hardships such as miscarriages, infertility, eating disorders, self-harm, and various forms of trauma. We offer relationship services for dating, parenting, marriage, and couples. We also help military personnel and first responders with PTSD, trauma, stress, anxiety, vicarious trauma, and the transition back to civilian life. Our individual services include trauma, life transitions, anxiety, trauma, complex PTSD, and more.
(650) 772-4900 View (650) 772-4900
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Janet Greenwood
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, RN, MFT
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
I am committed to helping couples transform their marriage.
I specialize in working with couples wanting to recover from a crisis. I offer over 30 years experience as a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist, PhD, RN, Licensed marriage therapist. You can select either our 10 Hour Couples Program or the 5 hour private Intensive Couples Session. Prevent unnecessary divorce; change begins the first session. Increase emotional and physical intimacy and fall back in love with your partner.
I am committed to helping couples transform their marriage.
I specialize in working with couples wanting to recover from a crisis. I offer over 30 years experience as a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist, PhD, RN, Licensed marriage therapist. You can select either our 10 Hour Couples Program or the 5 hour private Intensive Couples Session. Prevent unnecessary divorce; change begins the first session. Increase emotional and physical intimacy and fall back in love with your partner.
(916) 546-1518 View (916) 546-1518
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Christine Ellen Willeford
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Benicia, CA 94510
Once-upon-a-time you envisioned a happily ever after. The reality is: a happy marriage requires more effort than you thought. Are you drawn to a holistic approach to health and healing? Your time is valuable which is why my direct approach with transpersonal psychology priorities your personal goals. With a tell-it-like-it-is style you are offered a safe, non-judgmental perspective for realistic progress and inner peace. Knowledge is power, achieving a deeper understanding of yourself has a ripple effect on powerful change.
Once-upon-a-time you envisioned a happily ever after. The reality is: a happy marriage requires more effort than you thought. Are you drawn to a holistic approach to health and healing? Your time is valuable which is why my direct approach with transpersonal psychology priorities your personal goals. With a tell-it-like-it-is style you are offered a safe, non-judgmental perspective for realistic progress and inner peace. Knowledge is power, achieving a deeper understanding of yourself has a ripple effect on powerful change.
(707) 606-0575 View (707) 606-0575
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Larry E Burrell
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94610  (Online Only)
I have a doctorate (Ph.D.) in Clinical and Health Psychology. I work with an array of individuals and specialize in concerns related to LGBTQ, POC and allies on a variety of concerns. I pay special attention to cultural factors related to wellness. If you have a specific concern like difficulties in relationships or a more general interest in improving your well-being by learning how to better deal with strong emotions, I will provide a warm and supportive space to foster your personal growth.
I have a doctorate (Ph.D.) in Clinical and Health Psychology. I work with an array of individuals and specialize in concerns related to LGBTQ, POC and allies on a variety of concerns. I pay special attention to cultural factors related to wellness. If you have a specific concern like difficulties in relationships or a more general interest in improving your well-being by learning how to better deal with strong emotions, I will provide a warm and supportive space to foster your personal growth.
(510) 519-3944 View (510) 519-3944
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Eugenia N Rosenblatt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762  (Online Only)
Why is life difficult sometimes? Why do humans suffer sometimes? What can be done to alleviate suffering and increase happiness? Values-guided action can alleviate suffering and increase happiness. I'm here to help you on your journey that is called life.
Why is life difficult sometimes? Why do humans suffer sometimes? What can be done to alleviate suffering and increase happiness? Values-guided action can alleviate suffering and increase happiness. I'm here to help you on your journey that is called life.
(916) 545-7689 View (916) 545-7689
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Vince Giacomelli
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Altos, CA 94022
Vince Giacomelli, LMFT, has been licensed in California since 2009 and currently holds licenses in six states. With an impressive 40 years of experience, he has dedicated his career to providing a broad range of services, including administrative, clinical, supervisory, managerial, and consulting services in clinical community mental health settings.
Vince Giacomelli, LMFT, has been licensed in California since 2009 and currently holds licenses in six states. With an impressive 40 years of experience, he has dedicated his career to providing a broad range of services, including administrative, clinical, supervisory, managerial, and consulting services in clinical community mental health settings.
(650) 487-3445 View (650) 487-3445
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Debi Deutsch-Rios
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Napa, CA 94558
Therapy is effective when individuals, couples, and families can be seen in the environment where they feel most comfortable. I provide high quality and individualized therapy at an affordable cost in a safe environment, either by video, phone, in person, or home visits if required. I have over 30 years of experience and have specialized training in couples and family therapy as well adults with trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. I have practiced as a therapist in the US, Europe and Asia. Together, we will work together to achieve your personalized highlighting your strengths, needs, abilities and preferences.
Therapy is effective when individuals, couples, and families can be seen in the environment where they feel most comfortable. I provide high quality and individualized therapy at an affordable cost in a safe environment, either by video, phone, in person, or home visits if required. I have over 30 years of experience and have specialized training in couples and family therapy as well adults with trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. I have practiced as a therapist in the US, Europe and Asia. Together, we will work together to achieve your personalized highlighting your strengths, needs, abilities and preferences.
(925) 378-4769 View (925) 378-4769
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.