Therapists in Northridge, CA
Jaimie T Barnett
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324 (Online Only)
I have experience working with all types of people and their current situations such as relationship issues, crisis intervention and prevention, trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use and abuse, bereavement, etc.. One of my passions is working with individuals who are suffering from anxiety. By creating a non judgmental and safe space, I believe that change can happen!
I have experience working with all types of people and their current situations such as relationship issues, crisis intervention and prevention, trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use and abuse, bereavement, etc.. One of my passions is working with individuals who are suffering from anxiety. By creating a non judgmental and safe space, I believe that change can happen!
Frank Costello
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91325
My goal is to help people in how they manage the stress and anxieties in life. Often, the way we perceive a problem greatly affects how we deal (or don't deal) with that problem. Building on insight and self-awareness, we can move the mountains in our minds, so we can see a clearer picture of ourselves, and the world around us-- improving our ability to cope, our self esteem, and the quality of our personal relationships. I will help provide you with practical and useful tools to cope with: Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Grief, Communication Issues, Difficult Relationships, and Life Transitions.
My goal is to help people in how they manage the stress and anxieties in life. Often, the way we perceive a problem greatly affects how we deal (or don't deal) with that problem. Building on insight and self-awareness, we can move the mountains in our minds, so we can see a clearer picture of ourselves, and the world around us-- improving our ability to cope, our self esteem, and the quality of our personal relationships. I will help provide you with practical and useful tools to cope with: Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Grief, Communication Issues, Difficult Relationships, and Life Transitions.
Nevada Psych Eval
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91343
Psychologist and Marriage and Family Therapist for more than 20 years. Providing individual, family, marriage, and couples counseling. Specific areas of focus are Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Family and Relationship Conflict.
Psychologist and Marriage and Family Therapist for more than 20 years. Providing individual, family, marriage, and couples counseling. Specific areas of focus are Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Family and Relationship Conflict.
Nick Vetter Counseling, Therapy, Life Coaching
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MBA
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91325
Nick Vetter Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT #48867: I want to affirm, encourage and support you in your journey toward stability, integration, empowerment and success. Evening hours, Mon - Weds 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Free Parking in the rear of building or street. Call for further information! 818-835-0779, I'm looking forward to meeting with you soon! $75.00 / 50 minute sessions - Cash or check. If have an emergency situation please call 911. LAValleyCounseling.com / Peopletherapy.com. Also, my therapy is informed by a Judeo-Christian world view. No solicitors - also, please do not ask me to advertise your link.
Nick Vetter Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT #48867: I want to affirm, encourage and support you in your journey toward stability, integration, empowerment and success. Evening hours, Mon - Weds 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Free Parking in the rear of building or street. Call for further information! 818-835-0779, I'm looking forward to meeting with you soon! $75.00 / 50 minute sessions - Cash or check. If have an emergency situation please call 911. LAValleyCounseling.com / Peopletherapy.com. Also, my therapy is informed by a Judeo-Christian world view. No solicitors - also, please do not ask me to advertise your link.
Arpe Asaturyan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91324
Not accepting new clients
Life is an unpredictable rollercoaster and everyone can need a little help trying to figure out how to manage that rollercoaster. My aim is to support you in finding a way to draw on your strengths and make the changes you need to make your life whole again. I use a wholistic approach to tackle the various barriers that impact life for instance: financial stress, relationship problems, work issues, family dynamics, insecurities, loneliness, and overall stress.
Life is an unpredictable rollercoaster and everyone can need a little help trying to figure out how to manage that rollercoaster. My aim is to support you in finding a way to draw on your strengths and make the changes you need to make your life whole again. I use a wholistic approach to tackle the various barriers that impact life for instance: financial stress, relationship problems, work issues, family dynamics, insecurities, loneliness, and overall stress.
Melissa Argueta
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91325 (Online Only)
Do you ever feel like things will never get better? That you will never wake up happy and satisfied with your life because of your past or current situation? Are you stuck? Do you want to get out of survivor mode and experience a life that is calm, peaceful and safe? Are you hesitant about steps you need to take so that your life feels more manageable.Have you faced losses that prevent you from seeking healthy relationships or perhaps you continue to struggle with trusting people? I am here for you. Together we will address and challenge the issues at hand to begin the process of healing, happiness, motivation, and passion for life.
Do you ever feel like things will never get better? That you will never wake up happy and satisfied with your life because of your past or current situation? Are you stuck? Do you want to get out of survivor mode and experience a life that is calm, peaceful and safe? Are you hesitant about steps you need to take so that your life feels more manageable.Have you faced losses that prevent you from seeking healthy relationships or perhaps you continue to struggle with trusting people? I am here for you. Together we will address and challenge the issues at hand to begin the process of healing, happiness, motivation, and passion for life.
Theresa J Leinweber
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324 (Online Only)
Available immediately. I work with people confronting the consequences of sexual addiction and compulsion. If you’re dealing with the shame of your own sexual behavior or suffering from the painful discovery of an addicted partner’s infidelity (again?), you have suffered enough. Betrayal trauma is all consuming. By booking a consultation with me to honestly confront the problem, you begin the process of restoring your sanity and sexual integrity. You’ll get empathy, understanding and safety to uncover feelings, secrets, lies and patterns that no longer serve you. Making informed decisions about your future begins here.
Available immediately. I work with people confronting the consequences of sexual addiction and compulsion. If you’re dealing with the shame of your own sexual behavior or suffering from the painful discovery of an addicted partner’s infidelity (again?), you have suffered enough. Betrayal trauma is all consuming. By booking a consultation with me to honestly confront the problem, you begin the process of restoring your sanity and sexual integrity. You’ll get empathy, understanding and safety to uncover feelings, secrets, lies and patterns that no longer serve you. Making informed decisions about your future begins here.
Ruzanna Jurian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324
Hello and welcome! I specialize in helping individuals experiencing depression, stress, anxiety, PTSD, trauma or just need a little guidance and direction in life! I have extensive years of experience in working with children, teens and young adults in various settings, as well as a background in child and adolescent development. I have also worked closely with the geriatric population in assisting them with accepting their past, planning for the future and finding their life's meaning. I look forward to helping you on your path in life!
Hello and welcome! I specialize in helping individuals experiencing depression, stress, anxiety, PTSD, trauma or just need a little guidance and direction in life! I have extensive years of experience in working with children, teens and young adults in various settings, as well as a background in child and adolescent development. I have also worked closely with the geriatric population in assisting them with accepting their past, planning for the future and finding their life's meaning. I look forward to helping you on your path in life!
Alejandra Trujillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91326
Hablo Español. Specialty: Trauma. EMDR. Do you feel overwhelmed, not good enough, a failure, unimportant, invisible, powerless, helpless, alone, trapped, bad, like you are responsible for everything and everyone? Panic attacks? Do you often find yourself thinking: I should have done something, I have to be in control, I can’t trust my judgment, I am losing control, I'm going to die, I'm in danger? Or are you concerned that your child is unhappy, sad or depressed, withdrawn, cries often, is irritable or easily upset? Are you or your child upset from possible traumatic experience or had a major loss: divorce, dead, car accident, etc?
Hablo Español. Specialty: Trauma. EMDR. Do you feel overwhelmed, not good enough, a failure, unimportant, invisible, powerless, helpless, alone, trapped, bad, like you are responsible for everything and everyone? Panic attacks? Do you often find yourself thinking: I should have done something, I have to be in control, I can’t trust my judgment, I am losing control, I'm going to die, I'm in danger? Or are you concerned that your child is unhappy, sad or depressed, withdrawn, cries often, is irritable or easily upset? Are you or your child upset from possible traumatic experience or had a major loss: divorce, dead, car accident, etc?
Theresa Leinweber
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324 (Online Only)
When is the last time you felt good about yourself? Think about it. Do you feel your life's on hold with no end in sight? Loneliness, grief and loss, relationship issues, under-achieving, alcohol, drugs and sex addiction can slowly but surely dull and diminish a full life. Maybe ask for some help getting it together? Whatever your circumstances and powerful feelings that come with them, therapy can be a huge help. If you're seeking to be seen and heard and helped, don't put off calling any longer.
When is the last time you felt good about yourself? Think about it. Do you feel your life's on hold with no end in sight? Loneliness, grief and loss, relationship issues, under-achieving, alcohol, drugs and sex addiction can slowly but surely dull and diminish a full life. Maybe ask for some help getting it together? Whatever your circumstances and powerful feelings that come with them, therapy can be a huge help. If you're seeking to be seen and heard and helped, don't put off calling any longer.
Shana Morse
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324 (Online Only)
As you know, life can get hard – and we can all use some help when we encounter challenges in our lives. Therapy can be the catalyst to the change you want in your life. I take a collaborative approach to therapy, in doing so I strive to create a non- judgmental, comfortable atmosphere. The foundation of the therapeutic service I offer comes from a Humanistic lens, that is to say, my emphasis is on the whole person and uniqueness of each individual.
As you know, life can get hard – and we can all use some help when we encounter challenges in our lives. Therapy can be the catalyst to the change you want in your life. I take a collaborative approach to therapy, in doing so I strive to create a non- judgmental, comfortable atmosphere. The foundation of the therapeutic service I offer comes from a Humanistic lens, that is to say, my emphasis is on the whole person and uniqueness of each individual.
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Lesley Sears
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LPC, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91326
I have been helping individuals, couples & families overcome challenges and live the lives they were created for by working through issues of depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma, etc. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and am also licensed in Arizona as an (LPC) Licensed Professional Counselor and a (LMFT) Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Also, I am a Certified Life Coach through the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) and have training as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). This certification uniquely equips me to help you resolve trauma in a gentle and effective way.
I have been helping individuals, couples & families overcome challenges and live the lives they were created for by working through issues of depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma, etc. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and am also licensed in Arizona as an (LPC) Licensed Professional Counselor and a (LMFT) Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Also, I am a Certified Life Coach through the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) and have training as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). This certification uniquely equips me to help you resolve trauma in a gentle and effective way.
Nicoli Tucker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324
As a therapist I have a longstanding interest in helping clients heal their psychological issues against the background of their faith orientation. I graduated from Fuller Theological Seminary where integration of faith and psychology is primary and I continue to read a diverse number of classics in spiritual and theological literature. I am an Oblate at St. Andrew's Abbey a Catholic Benedictine Monastery. I have experience with clients from protestant, orthodox, Jewish, Christian and Roman Catholic denominations. I am familiar with issues facing pastors priests and religious. I also run a spiritual growth group on Tuesday nights.
As a therapist I have a longstanding interest in helping clients heal their psychological issues against the background of their faith orientation. I graduated from Fuller Theological Seminary where integration of faith and psychology is primary and I continue to read a diverse number of classics in spiritual and theological literature. I am an Oblate at St. Andrew's Abbey a Catholic Benedictine Monastery. I have experience with clients from protestant, orthodox, Jewish, Christian and Roman Catholic denominations. I am familiar with issues facing pastors priests and religious. I also run a spiritual growth group on Tuesday nights.
Kiana Naimi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91324 (Online Only)
Do problems always seem to get in the way of you living your fullest life? Perhaps trauma holds you back, or you have trouble breaking free from old patterns. At some point, enough is enough. You feel ready to make a change, but you need the right support to do so. I help people dealing with problems like trauma, grief, and significant life transitions. I help you see your life more clearly, so you can work through the past and reconnect with your fullest self, heart and soul. Every person has unique talents and gifts to give to the world. It’s time for you to find, recognize, and share yours.
Do problems always seem to get in the way of you living your fullest life? Perhaps trauma holds you back, or you have trouble breaking free from old patterns. At some point, enough is enough. You feel ready to make a change, but you need the right support to do so. I help people dealing with problems like trauma, grief, and significant life transitions. I help you see your life more clearly, so you can work through the past and reconnect with your fullest self, heart and soul. Every person has unique talents and gifts to give to the world. It’s time for you to find, recognize, and share yours.
Dulce Martinez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91324
Are you constantly feeling triggered by past trauma? Constantly feeling on edge and anxiety filled? Feel unmotivated, fatigued and without hope? If so, let me help you. Therapy can help you find the motivation to reconnect with your friends, your family and yourself. Life can be a winding road, and when things go off course, you may feel lost, confused, and alone. My name is Dulce Martinez and I would love to help you find the tools you need to live your best life.
Are you constantly feeling triggered by past trauma? Constantly feeling on edge and anxiety filled? Feel unmotivated, fatigued and without hope? If so, let me help you. Therapy can help you find the motivation to reconnect with your friends, your family and yourself. Life can be a winding road, and when things go off course, you may feel lost, confused, and alone. My name is Dulce Martinez and I would love to help you find the tools you need to live your best life.
Andrea Letts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324
Waitlist for new clients
Do you wonder why you have a big reaction to the small things in life? Seeking therapy, whether for the first time or the tenth time, takes courage and strength. I have heard from clients that even with cognitive insight they have remained stuck in distressing feelings/situations. I strongly believe that living coping skill to coping skill is not a viable long-term solution. Through personal experience, I have ascertained that knowledge of the root cause to a reaction or behavior is paramount to healing. I will not see you as a compilation of symptoms or a diagnosis, but rather as a person with needs that you are trying to get met.
Do you wonder why you have a big reaction to the small things in life? Seeking therapy, whether for the first time or the tenth time, takes courage and strength. I have heard from clients that even with cognitive insight they have remained stuck in distressing feelings/situations. I strongly believe that living coping skill to coping skill is not a viable long-term solution. Through personal experience, I have ascertained that knowledge of the root cause to a reaction or behavior is paramount to healing. I will not see you as a compilation of symptoms or a diagnosis, but rather as a person with needs that you are trying to get met.
Zeana Bey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91325
Welcome! Zeana Bey is a compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who brings a calm holistic approach to healing. Zeana works from the perspective that each person has the ability to heal their own life, and believes her role is to listen, provide support and guidance, and help you find and develop your inner strengths and coping skills that may be hidden or undeveloped because of difficult events or situations you’ve experienced. Zeana's approach is person-centered, culturally sensitive, and non-judgmental. She strives to create a safe space for clients where they can feel truly seen and heard wherever they are at.
Welcome! Zeana Bey is a compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who brings a calm holistic approach to healing. Zeana works from the perspective that each person has the ability to heal their own life, and believes her role is to listen, provide support and guidance, and help you find and develop your inner strengths and coping skills that may be hidden or undeveloped because of difficult events or situations you’ve experienced. Zeana's approach is person-centered, culturally sensitive, and non-judgmental. She strives to create a safe space for clients where they can feel truly seen and heard wherever they are at.
Dr. Angie Gereis
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91326 (Online Only)
Hi, there. I know you've been searching for the right therapist, and I know it's frustrating to try to find someone you connect with. Whatever brings you here, I understand that trying to "have it all" in today's world is a goal that feels unachievable. Whether you have been feeling overwhelmed with worrying thoughts, not feeling like yourself, are grieving, going through a major transition, or want to work on your relationships with yourself and others, I believe we can make sense of it all together. You do not need to have all the answers all alone.
Hi, there. I know you've been searching for the right therapist, and I know it's frustrating to try to find someone you connect with. Whatever brings you here, I understand that trying to "have it all" in today's world is a goal that feels unachievable. Whether you have been feeling overwhelmed with worrying thoughts, not feeling like yourself, are grieving, going through a major transition, or want to work on your relationships with yourself and others, I believe we can make sense of it all together. You do not need to have all the answers all alone.
Samantha Tallon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91325
Hello there! My name is Samantha Tallon and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), currently providing telehealth counseling services to clients in California. I have experience in managing relational issues and challenging family dynamics while working with adults, teenagers, couples and families. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and specialize in treating trauma/PTSD, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders.
Hello there! My name is Samantha Tallon and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), currently providing telehealth counseling services to clients in California. I have experience in managing relational issues and challenging family dynamics while working with adults, teenagers, couples and families. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and specialize in treating trauma/PTSD, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders.
Rubith Carlos
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91326
Hi! My birth certificate says my name is Rubith, but I go by Ruby. I graduated from California Baptist University with a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology. I am so grateful to say: "I love what I do, honestly!". What an adventurous journey my life has been so far (to say the least!). However, each day I hear or learn something new about a life experience that adds to the depth & richness of my perspective on life. I assure you that beyond the title of Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT. I am just another human being.
Hi! My birth certificate says my name is Rubith, but I go by Ruby. I graduated from California Baptist University with a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology. I am so grateful to say: "I love what I do, honestly!". What an adventurous journey my life has been so far (to say the least!). However, each day I hear or learn something new about a life experience that adds to the depth & richness of my perspective on life. I assure you that beyond the title of Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT. I am just another human being.
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Number of Therapists in Northridge, CA
200+
Average cost per session
$160
Therapists in Northridge, CA who prioritize treating:
96% | Anxiety |
91% | Depression |
81% | Relationship Issues |
81% | Self Esteem |
74% | Trauma and PTSD |
74% | Coping Skills |
74% | Stress |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
78% | Aetna |
73% | Cigna and Evernorth |
73% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Northridge, CA see their clients
76% | In Person and Online | |
24% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.