Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Pomona, CA
Marcella Salzle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91766
My role as a therapist is to support you in reaching your personal goals and navigating life challenges with compassion and without judgement. I have a special interest working with individuals with depression, anxiety, sexual issues, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, and self-discovery. I have training in the evidence-based approaches of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy. I am a certified yoga instructor and when appropriate, integrate tools of body awareness and mindfulness to help relieve symptoms of anxiety and depression.
My role as a therapist is to support you in reaching your personal goals and navigating life challenges with compassion and without judgement. I have a special interest working with individuals with depression, anxiety, sexual issues, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, and self-discovery. I have training in the evidence-based approaches of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy. I am a certified yoga instructor and when appropriate, integrate tools of body awareness and mindfulness to help relieve symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Caitlyn Fournier
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91766
My communication style includes a blend of active listening and motivational interviewing.
My name is Cait Fournier, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with individuals across California via telehealth. I work with individuals and specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use and co-occurring disorders, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy to manage through the goods and bads of daily life. I enjoy working with adults of all ages, from young adults to seniors. Mental health is a life long condition, just like our physical health, and at various times in our lives, we need support for different issues.
My communication style includes a blend of active listening and motivational interviewing.
My name is Cait Fournier, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with individuals across California via telehealth. I work with individuals and specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use and co-occurring disorders, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy to manage through the goods and bads of daily life. I enjoy working with adults of all ages, from young adults to seniors. Mental health is a life long condition, just like our physical health, and at various times in our lives, we need support for different issues.
Lauren Elisa Maquindang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91766
My approach combines strength-based, person-centered, psychoeducation, cognitive-behavioral, and motivational interviewing modalities.
My name is Lauren Maquindang, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in individual and family therapy. My approach is eclectic, incorporating a variety of techniques to meet the needs of each client. I have experience working with individuals and groups across the lifespan. My area of expertise include Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disporders, Trauma and Abuse, Marital/Ralationship Issues, Grief, Divorce Adjustment, Stress Management, Self-Esteem Issues, Communication Problems, and Coping With Life Changes.
My approach combines strength-based, person-centered, psychoeducation, cognitive-behavioral, and motivational interviewing modalities.
My name is Lauren Maquindang, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in individual and family therapy. My approach is eclectic, incorporating a variety of techniques to meet the needs of each client. I have experience working with individuals and groups across the lifespan. My area of expertise include Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disporders, Trauma and Abuse, Marital/Ralationship Issues, Grief, Divorce Adjustment, Stress Management, Self-Esteem Issues, Communication Problems, and Coping With Life Changes.
Kerry Kane
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91768
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help my clients meet their goals.
Hello! My name is Kerry, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. The majority of my clinical experience has been providing individual and family therapy services to children, adolescents, and families. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, behavior problems, anger management issues, and ADHD.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help my clients meet their goals.
Hello! My name is Kerry, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. The majority of my clinical experience has been providing individual and family therapy services to children, adolescents, and families. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, behavior problems, anger management issues, and ADHD.
Erica Barrales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91767
Erica Barrales has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2014. I am trained in Trauma-Focused CBT, CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and CSEC. I utilize an eclectic approach in therapy.
Erica Barrales has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2014. I am trained in Trauma-Focused CBT, CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and CSEC. I utilize an eclectic approach in therapy.
Camille Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91767
I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and EMDR in working with my clients.
So many of us have cracks in our foundations due to difficult life experiences, painful childhoods, traumas, addictions, relationship issues, and health conditions. Life challenges can seem so overwhelming that growing into the person that we would like to seems impossible. I am here to help you reprocess past pains, shift negative perspectives and let go of harmful behaviors. We are all capable of so much more than we know, yet we stand in the way of ourselves. I have experience working with a wide variety of clients, which has helped me to grow as a helping professional.
I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and EMDR in working with my clients.
So many of us have cracks in our foundations due to difficult life experiences, painful childhoods, traumas, addictions, relationship issues, and health conditions. Life challenges can seem so overwhelming that growing into the person that we would like to seems impossible. I am here to help you reprocess past pains, shift negative perspectives and let go of harmful behaviors. We are all capable of so much more than we know, yet we stand in the way of ourselves. I have experience working with a wide variety of clients, which has helped me to grow as a helping professional.
Karen Briceno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91766
Hello, my name is Karen Briceno and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience. My therapeutic approach is Trauma Informed, Client-Centered, Holistic, and Strength-based. My training includes but is not limited to the following evidence base practices: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Seeking Safety. My approach will include creating an environment where you can be open about your ideas and experiences without judgment. I will be genuine in my interactions with you.
Hello, my name is Karen Briceno and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience. My therapeutic approach is Trauma Informed, Client-Centered, Holistic, and Strength-based. My training includes but is not limited to the following evidence base practices: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Seeking Safety. My approach will include creating an environment where you can be open about your ideas and experiences without judgment. I will be genuine in my interactions with you.
Christina Flynn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91766
Peace. Healing. Compassion. Positivity. In order to overcome obstacles caused by symptoms of adverse mental health, I emphasize collaboration, relationship building, and coping skills development to help my clients both identify and learn to maximize their individualized strengths. I am a trauma-informed therapist that uses a strength-based client-centered approach to meet all of my client's individualized needs and that has experience using CBT, DBT, brief solution-focused, motivational interviewing, and more to treat trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and substance use.
Peace. Healing. Compassion. Positivity. In order to overcome obstacles caused by symptoms of adverse mental health, I emphasize collaboration, relationship building, and coping skills development to help my clients both identify and learn to maximize their individualized strengths. I am a trauma-informed therapist that uses a strength-based client-centered approach to meet all of my client's individualized needs and that has experience using CBT, DBT, brief solution-focused, motivational interviewing, and more to treat trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and substance use.
Kendra Cunha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91767
My treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Strength Based, and Structural Family Therapy.
Welcome! My name is Kendra Cunha, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that safety and trust are the foundation of a good therapeutic relationship. Despite your circumstances, I will welcome you into a judgment-free space. My client focus includes individuals (Adults and Teens), Couples, and Elders (65+). I enjoy working with all communities. My passion is helping those who are struggling with interpersonal relationships, family conflict, life transitions, trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, stress, medical trauma, and self-harm.
My treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Strength Based, and Structural Family Therapy.
Welcome! My name is Kendra Cunha, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that safety and trust are the foundation of a good therapeutic relationship. Despite your circumstances, I will welcome you into a judgment-free space. My client focus includes individuals (Adults and Teens), Couples, and Elders (65+). I enjoy working with all communities. My passion is helping those who are struggling with interpersonal relationships, family conflict, life transitions, trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, stress, medical trauma, and self-harm.
Yasmin Safdie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91768
My name is Yasmin Safdie. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health. Throughout my career, I have worked with individuals from all walks of life in a variety of settings (hospitals, residential treatments, community clinics, intensive programs, outpatient therapy, etc.). I am trained in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Trauma-focused somatic approaches, etc. My approach and style are organic, and they adapt to the needs and desires of the person whom I am working with.
My name is Yasmin Safdie. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health. Throughout my career, I have worked with individuals from all walks of life in a variety of settings (hospitals, residential treatments, community clinics, intensive programs, outpatient therapy, etc.). I am trained in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Trauma-focused somatic approaches, etc. My approach and style are organic, and they adapt to the needs and desires of the person whom I am working with.
Tracey Manning
Counselor
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91768
Hello! My name is Tracey, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's of Art in Community Counseling. During the past 11 years, I’ve worked with many populations, including abused and neglected youth, couples and families, and active duty service members and veterans. Over the years, I’ve also worked with hundreds of individuals to resolve anxiety, depression, suicidality, various forms of trauma, grief and loss, problematic sexual behavior in children and youth, domestic and family violence, and marital relationship concerns.
Hello! My name is Tracey, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's of Art in Community Counseling. During the past 11 years, I’ve worked with many populations, including abused and neglected youth, couples and families, and active duty service members and veterans. Over the years, I’ve also worked with hundreds of individuals to resolve anxiety, depression, suicidality, various forms of trauma, grief and loss, problematic sexual behavior in children and youth, domestic and family violence, and marital relationship concerns.
Virginia Barnett
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91766
My name is Virginia Barnet, licensed in the state of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is that I want my clients to know that everyone is an individual and treatment is not trying to put someone into specific categories, but to really dive into what my client is going through, without judgment. I typically work with clients who experience anxiety, depression, couple/marital problems, parenting skills, trauma, life adjustment, and relationship problems, and teenagers who are struggling with their day-to-day lives.
My name is Virginia Barnet, licensed in the state of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is that I want my clients to know that everyone is an individual and treatment is not trying to put someone into specific categories, but to really dive into what my client is going through, without judgment. I typically work with clients who experience anxiety, depression, couple/marital problems, parenting skills, trauma, life adjustment, and relationship problems, and teenagers who are struggling with their day-to-day lives.
Michael Carnevale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91766
My name is Michael Carnevale, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in San Francisco, California who works with clients statewide via Telehealth. I have experience serving a diverse client population of all ages using primarily Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I operate from a person-in-environment lens that acknowledges the many factors and variables in our lives beyond the individual.
My name is Michael Carnevale, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in San Francisco, California who works with clients statewide via Telehealth. I have experience serving a diverse client population of all ages using primarily Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I operate from a person-in-environment lens that acknowledges the many factors and variables in our lives beyond the individual.
Gregory F Gooden
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CATC-IV
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pomona, CA 91767 (Online Only)
We know what we believe when we hear what we say. This is the collaboration that is therapy. As an addiction treatment counselor and a marriage and family therapist I enjoy working with clients who struggle with life changes, maladaptive coping mechanisms, and relationship, identity, and sexuality issues.
We know what we believe when we hear what we say. This is the collaboration that is therapy. As an addiction treatment counselor and a marriage and family therapist I enjoy working with clients who struggle with life changes, maladaptive coping mechanisms, and relationship, identity, and sexuality issues.
Norma Inez Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91767
My name is Norma "Inez" Martinez (I go by Inez) and am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist working with clients statewide through the convenience of Telehealth. I work with adults to help manage their anxiety/depression by using evidence-based models such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I typically work with young adults to adults in their 30s. I am most comfortable working with anxiety, depression, general overthinking, or difficulty managing any life transitions.
My name is Norma "Inez" Martinez (I go by Inez) and am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist working with clients statewide through the convenience of Telehealth. I work with adults to help manage their anxiety/depression by using evidence-based models such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I typically work with young adults to adults in their 30s. I am most comfortable working with anxiety, depression, general overthinking, or difficulty managing any life transitions.
Benzion Perez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pomona, CA 91767 (Online Only)
I want to work with people who are willing to try something new, to try something different, to take risks, to be vulnerable, to explore, and to discover.
I am deeply committed both to the family and individual. I want to extend myself to those finding themselves ready to push through conflicts by collaborating with me on the process of being honest and comfortable in our skin. In terms of facing life's adventures, if you feel that I am talking to you please feel free to contact me to set up an initial consultation.
I want to work with people who are willing to try something new, to try something different, to take risks, to be vulnerable, to explore, and to discover.
I am deeply committed both to the family and individual. I want to extend myself to those finding themselves ready to push through conflicts by collaborating with me on the process of being honest and comfortable in our skin. In terms of facing life's adventures, if you feel that I am talking to you please feel free to contact me to set up an initial consultation.
Larry Fernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91767
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in mental health and recovery support for children and adults. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, life transitions, behavior modification, academic challenges, addiction recovery management, and grief & loss support. My professional interests include working with children and adults with a focus on mental health recovery, therapeutic coaching, and those seeking therapeutic guidance and life transitions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in mental health and recovery support for children and adults. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, life transitions, behavior modification, academic challenges, addiction recovery management, and grief & loss support. My professional interests include working with children and adults with a focus on mental health recovery, therapeutic coaching, and those seeking therapeutic guidance and life transitions.
Edna Burgos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91766
Hello, my name is Edna, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. My intention when working with my clients is to provide a safe space where thoughts and behaviors can be explored freely. I work from a client-centered, strengths-based approach but will always be open to a dynamic experience depending on a client's needs. I strongly believe in meeting a client where they are. I approach my work from a strengths-based perspective, believing that a person is the expert in their own life. I approach understanding from a psychoeducation standpoint and will pull tangible tools from CBT.
Hello, my name is Edna, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. My intention when working with my clients is to provide a safe space where thoughts and behaviors can be explored freely. I work from a client-centered, strengths-based approach but will always be open to a dynamic experience depending on a client's needs. I strongly believe in meeting a client where they are. I approach my work from a strengths-based perspective, believing that a person is the expert in their own life. I approach understanding from a psychoeducation standpoint and will pull tangible tools from CBT.
Emmanuel Torres
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91768
Welcome to my page and congratulations on taking the next step. As we all know, life brings us different experiences and stressors. Such stressors can affect how we function at work, school, within our relationships and within our selves. Allow me to work with you during this time of difficulty. My therapeutic style is tailored to the individual and their strengths while using the following approaches: strength based, solution focus, and mindfulness. I truly believe that with the right coaching, processing and guidance, we are able to overcome many of our life stressors.
Welcome to my page and congratulations on taking the next step. As we all know, life brings us different experiences and stressors. Such stressors can affect how we function at work, school, within our relationships and within our selves. Allow me to work with you during this time of difficulty. My therapeutic style is tailored to the individual and their strengths while using the following approaches: strength based, solution focus, and mindfulness. I truly believe that with the right coaching, processing and guidance, we are able to overcome many of our life stressors.
Sara Helseth
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91766
My name is Sara Helseth, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of California working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with pre-teens, adolescents, and young adults, specializing in anxiety, depression, life transitions, and serious mental illness. I use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and a strengths-based approach to help my clients face the challenges of life with the confidence and tools these therapies provide.
My name is Sara Helseth, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of California working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with pre-teens, adolescents, and young adults, specializing in anxiety, depression, life transitions, and serious mental illness. I use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and a strengths-based approach to help my clients face the challenges of life with the confidence and tools these therapies provide.
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How does motivational interviewing work?
Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.
Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?
Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.
How long does motivational interviewing last?
Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.
What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?
In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.