Therapists in California
Erika Mora
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103 (Online Only)
Welcome to my profile! I am a bilingual English/Spanish therapist licensed in California and Texas. I have over 12 years of experience providing individual and family therapy to children, college students and adult individuals. I provide a variety of services from supporting parent-child relationships to treatment focused on trauma, anxiety and depression. My hope is that at the end of treatment my clients have a better understanding of their emotions, their strengths, skills to manage hard emotions/situations and feel empowered. In addition, I enjoy integrating culture and each person specific values into the therapeutic work.
Welcome to my profile! I am a bilingual English/Spanish therapist licensed in California and Texas. I have over 12 years of experience providing individual and family therapy to children, college students and adult individuals. I provide a variety of services from supporting parent-child relationships to treatment focused on trauma, anxiety and depression. My hope is that at the end of treatment my clients have a better understanding of their emotions, their strengths, skills to manage hard emotions/situations and feel empowered. In addition, I enjoy integrating culture and each person specific values into the therapeutic work.
Riley Ellis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Waitlist for new clients
These include Play Therapy, Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP) for anxiety disorders.
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, stress, or family changes that are making every day life feel difficult or hard to manage? Do you notice your child struggling and you are unsure how to emotionally support them? Have you tried to solve the problems on your own and nothing seems to be working? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then I'm glad you're here. Seeking help for your child, family struggles, or parenting issues can be difficult. I'm here to help.
These include Play Therapy, Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP) for anxiety disorders.
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, stress, or family changes that are making every day life feel difficult or hard to manage? Do you notice your child struggling and you are unsure how to emotionally support them? Have you tried to solve the problems on your own and nothing seems to be working? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then I'm glad you're here. Seeking help for your child, family struggles, or parenting issues can be difficult. I'm here to help.
Sonoma County Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
We also offer evidence based services, such as PCIT for children and EMDR for trauma.
Sonoma County Counseling provides exceptional personalized counseling services for clients of all ages. Sonoma County Counseling was founded with an eye on providing supportive cutting edge therapeutic counseling services to individuals and families, in a professional, welcoming, mindful, inclusive, and enriched environment. We welcome individuals, couples, and families. Sonoma County Counseling specializes in child therapy services that help children (ages 3 - 12), teenagers, and families, as well as adults who are living with acute or chronic mental health challenges.
We also offer evidence based services, such as PCIT for children and EMDR for trauma.
Sonoma County Counseling provides exceptional personalized counseling services for clients of all ages. Sonoma County Counseling was founded with an eye on providing supportive cutting edge therapeutic counseling services to individuals and families, in a professional, welcoming, mindful, inclusive, and enriched environment. We welcome individuals, couples, and families. Sonoma County Counseling specializes in child therapy services that help children (ages 3 - 12), teenagers, and families, as well as adults who are living with acute or chronic mental health challenges.
Dr. Lauren Franks
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Glendora, CA 91741
I am certified in effective practices including Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for young children and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address anxiety and depression.
At Brighter Future, we are are passionate about helping kids to grow, learn, and heal so that they can experience a full and joyful life. Your kiddos and teens are uniquely special and I want to lessen their struggles so everyone can see that, including them! I truly believe that investing in therapy will create a lasting, positive impact for them, and for you. It may be time to make the decision to begin therapy for you or your child if they have: significant life changes; poor attention and concentration; traumatic events; defiant behavior; frequent worrying; depressed mood; issues with peers; or challenges with school.
I am certified in effective practices including Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for young children and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address anxiety and depression.
At Brighter Future, we are are passionate about helping kids to grow, learn, and heal so that they can experience a full and joyful life. Your kiddos and teens are uniquely special and I want to lessen their struggles so everyone can see that, including them! I truly believe that investing in therapy will create a lasting, positive impact for them, and for you. It may be time to make the decision to begin therapy for you or your child if they have: significant life changes; poor attention and concentration; traumatic events; defiant behavior; frequent worrying; depressed mood; issues with peers; or challenges with school.
Natalie Hennig
Psychological Associate, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92121
Life is tough and we all need a place to rest. I give youth, adults and families rest by creating a warm and inviting place to share their struggles. I listen to what has or has not worked in order to identify your strengths. We collaborate on goals and create a plan to overcome any struggles so you can be successful and confident now and in the future. Each child and family brings their own story to therapy and requires me to be flexible and creative. With young children, I work to enhance the parent-child relationship through positive, warm interactions and help the parent establish appropriate and firm boundaries.
Life is tough and we all need a place to rest. I give youth, adults and families rest by creating a warm and inviting place to share their struggles. I listen to what has or has not worked in order to identify your strengths. We collaborate on goals and create a plan to overcome any struggles so you can be successful and confident now and in the future. Each child and family brings their own story to therapy and requires me to be flexible and creative. With young children, I work to enhance the parent-child relationship through positive, warm interactions and help the parent establish appropriate and firm boundaries.
Dr. Bahar Rahnama
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I provide cutting-edge, evidenced-based treatment for children of all ages including Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), PCIT for Selective Mutism (PCIT-SM), and protocols for treating separation and generalized anxiety.
Hi there! I am a licensed child psychologist based out of West Los Angeles, California. It is my greatest privilege to dedicate my life’s work to repairing key family relationships and facilitating impactful and long-lasting systemic change. Through extensive and comprehensive treatment experience resolving acute pediatric disorders including oppositional-defiant disorder (ODD), disruptive-mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), and selective mutism, I am confident in my ability to anchor families to stable waters.
I provide cutting-edge, evidenced-based treatment for children of all ages including Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), PCIT for Selective Mutism (PCIT-SM), and protocols for treating separation and generalized anxiety.
Hi there! I am a licensed child psychologist based out of West Los Angeles, California. It is my greatest privilege to dedicate my life’s work to repairing key family relationships and facilitating impactful and long-lasting systemic change. Through extensive and comprehensive treatment experience resolving acute pediatric disorders including oppositional-defiant disorder (ODD), disruptive-mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), and selective mutism, I am confident in my ability to anchor families to stable waters.
Hector Barajas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (Online Only)
I utilize evidence-based therapies including MAP, Seeking Safety, PCIT, and IPT.
My name is Hector Barajas, and I am a bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about helping children, adolescents and families meet their full potential. I work with children and teens who are struggling with emotional dysregulation, defiance, anger, depression and social-emotional challenges.
I utilize evidence-based therapies including MAP, Seeking Safety, PCIT, and IPT.
My name is Hector Barajas, and I am a bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about helping children, adolescents and families meet their full potential. I work with children and teens who are struggling with emotional dysregulation, defiance, anger, depression and social-emotional challenges.
Vanessa K. Patterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
I am certified in PCIT and I work with parents of preschool age children drawing from the latest neuroscience related to a child's developing brain.
Hello and welcome! Finding the right therapist can be a challenging task and I want to acknowledge your courage for taking the first step towards creating vital change in your life. When reaching out for help, we all want to feel at ease and comfortable; working with someone free of judgement who treats us with kindness and respect. I am very easy to talk to and my aim is to assist you in obtaining a more meaningful and fulfilling life. I have been working with children, adults, teenagers, families and couples for over 10 years.
I am certified in PCIT and I work with parents of preschool age children drawing from the latest neuroscience related to a child's developing brain.
Hello and welcome! Finding the right therapist can be a challenging task and I want to acknowledge your courage for taking the first step towards creating vital change in your life. When reaching out for help, we all want to feel at ease and comfortable; working with someone free of judgement who treats us with kindness and respect. I am very easy to talk to and my aim is to assist you in obtaining a more meaningful and fulfilling life. I have been working with children, adults, teenagers, families and couples for over 10 years.
Paula Corano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90038 (Online Only)
As a certified therapist in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), I can provide you with the tools to improve your relationship.
Do you feel a bit lost, down in the dumps, or as if life has thrown you one too many curveballs lately? Now imagine how it would be not to worry constantly, to have the strength to do things again. As a licensed MFT, I focus on promoting change and growth in individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing difficulties. I approach therapy in a holistic manner by supporting clients in setting goals, solving problems, and changing unhelpful patterns while providing empathy and practical feedback. Among my areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, stress, coping with loss, adjustment to life changes, & parenting.
As a certified therapist in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), I can provide you with the tools to improve your relationship.
Do you feel a bit lost, down in the dumps, or as if life has thrown you one too many curveballs lately? Now imagine how it would be not to worry constantly, to have the strength to do things again. As a licensed MFT, I focus on promoting change and growth in individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing difficulties. I approach therapy in a holistic manner by supporting clients in setting goals, solving problems, and changing unhelpful patterns while providing empathy and practical feedback. Among my areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, stress, coping with loss, adjustment to life changes, & parenting.
Megan Bradley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, CA 94513
I gravitate to interventions from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT, working on certification for PCIT.
During stressful times, constant worrying, anxiety, anger, and sadness surfaces and causes disruption with relationships, sleep, eating habits, and health. I strongly believe in the mind and body connection and, with help, stress can be an opportunity for emotional growth. I utilize my clinical experience and evidence-based therapeutic interventions to motivate clients and families towards their own emotional growth. I tailor various therapeutic approaches according to what works for my client and what my client needs to meet their goals.
I gravitate to interventions from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT, working on certification for PCIT.
During stressful times, constant worrying, anxiety, anger, and sadness surfaces and causes disruption with relationships, sleep, eating habits, and health. I strongly believe in the mind and body connection and, with help, stress can be an opportunity for emotional growth. I utilize my clinical experience and evidence-based therapeutic interventions to motivate clients and families towards their own emotional growth. I tailor various therapeutic approaches according to what works for my client and what my client needs to meet their goals.
Shannon V McHugh
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Sherman Oaks, CA 91401 (Online Only)
Parenting is hard- and watching your child struggle is even harder! I am a certified PCIT therapist and trainer and use approaches rooted in science that prioritize maintaining the relationship that parents have with their children while helping families create healthy boundaries and structure that are critical to helping a child succeed in life!.
Please note: as of 9/9/23 my Cigna contract will expire. I will no longer be paneled with any insurance- I specialize in helping families strengthen their bonds with one another, alleviating parental stress and improving children’s emotional dysregulation symptoms. Common behaviors I can help with: emotional outbursts, rigidity/inflexibility, non-compliance, aggression, tantrums, whining, fighting with siblings, low frustration tolerance, low self-esteem, anxiety, family conflict, difficulties controlling anger, and more! While I often work with parent-child dynamics, I can also provide individual support for kids and adults alike.
Parenting is hard- and watching your child struggle is even harder! I am a certified PCIT therapist and trainer and use approaches rooted in science that prioritize maintaining the relationship that parents have with their children while helping families create healthy boundaries and structure that are critical to helping a child succeed in life!.
Please note: as of 9/9/23 my Cigna contract will expire. I will no longer be paneled with any insurance- I specialize in helping families strengthen their bonds with one another, alleviating parental stress and improving children’s emotional dysregulation symptoms. Common behaviors I can help with: emotional outbursts, rigidity/inflexibility, non-compliance, aggression, tantrums, whining, fighting with siblings, low frustration tolerance, low self-esteem, anxiety, family conflict, difficulties controlling anger, and more! While I often work with parent-child dynamics, I can also provide individual support for kids and adults alike.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Waitlist for new clients
I'm trained to provide Parent Child Interaction Therapy - an evidenced based approach to working with the parent-child dyad.
I work with my clients from a strength-based approach assisting them in finding their inner strengths, setting goals and working towards these goals in order to lived a more joyful and fulfilled life. Together we explore the obstacles that interfere with your ability to access your strength, authenticity and best self. We will work together to overcome these obstacles in a supportive environment. I also work with families struggling with the demands of raising children who can be disruptive, demanding and challenging. I work with these families on a strength based approach to bring fun, ease and joy back into the parent child relationship.
I'm trained to provide Parent Child Interaction Therapy - an evidenced based approach to working with the parent-child dyad.
I work with my clients from a strength-based approach assisting them in finding their inner strengths, setting goals and working towards these goals in order to lived a more joyful and fulfilled life. Together we explore the obstacles that interfere with your ability to access your strength, authenticity and best self. We will work together to overcome these obstacles in a supportive environment. I also work with families struggling with the demands of raising children who can be disruptive, demanding and challenging. I work with these families on a strength based approach to bring fun, ease and joy back into the parent child relationship.
Danielle Cornacchio
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Dr. Cornacchio is a clinical psychologist specializing in assessing & treating childhood mental health problems. She has particular expertise in treating childhood anxiety and behavioral disorders. Dr. Cornacchio delivers treatment that is high quality and science-backed. She is a certified Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) therapist, the gold standard treatment for early childhood behavior problems (e.g., ODD). Dr. Cornacchio has a particular expertise in the treatment of childhood selective mutism and OCD, two disorders lacking available expert care.
Dr. Cornacchio is a clinical psychologist specializing in assessing & treating childhood mental health problems. She has particular expertise in treating childhood anxiety and behavioral disorders. Dr. Cornacchio delivers treatment that is high quality and science-backed. She is a certified Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) therapist, the gold standard treatment for early childhood behavior problems (e.g., ODD). Dr. Cornacchio has a particular expertise in the treatment of childhood selective mutism and OCD, two disorders lacking available expert care.
Michelle Beveridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
I am certified in PCIT and TF-CBT and am trauma-informed.
I believe change is possible for all individuals willing to seek out support and lean into discomfort. You can do hard things and together we'll come up with a plan to live a more fulfilling life. Sometimes it is easier to stay stuck than it is to put in the work to improve our lives and circumstances. I'm here to assist you in getting unstuck whether it be from dysfunctional relationships, depression, communication issues, or life transitions by exploring our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
I am certified in PCIT and TF-CBT and am trauma-informed.
I believe change is possible for all individuals willing to seek out support and lean into discomfort. You can do hard things and together we'll come up with a plan to live a more fulfilling life. Sometimes it is easier to stay stuck than it is to put in the work to improve our lives and circumstances. I'm here to assist you in getting unstuck whether it be from dysfunctional relationships, depression, communication issues, or life transitions by exploring our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Dr. Stephanie G. Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Valley Center, CA 92082 (Online Only)
Life is so much more than whether or not we are breathing, or if our biological processes are working well. Life involves our own capacities for growth, adaptation, and responses to internal and external stimuli. In other words, we are living beings but are we truly living? Do you approach each day with hope and focus and want support in creating plans? Are you struggling to identify who you are at your very core and how to manage your ever demanding and changing world? Can you define what living your life means to you? Are you growing, adapting, and responding in healthy and harmonious ways? If not, would you like to?
Life is so much more than whether or not we are breathing, or if our biological processes are working well. Life involves our own capacities for growth, adaptation, and responses to internal and external stimuli. In other words, we are living beings but are we truly living? Do you approach each day with hope and focus and want support in creating plans? Are you struggling to identify who you are at your very core and how to manage your ever demanding and changing world? Can you define what living your life means to you? Are you growing, adapting, and responding in healthy and harmonious ways? If not, would you like to?
Seham Saba
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palm Desert, CA 92211
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and a certified parent-child interaction therapist who specializes in individual, couples, group, and family therapy.
My mission is to assist others in overcoming life challenges and obstacles through mindfulness, relationship building, empowerment, awareness, stress management and much more. If you, your family, or anyone you know is struggling with depression, anxiety, coping with stressful situations or other mental health related issues, I can help!
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and a certified parent-child interaction therapist who specializes in individual, couples, group, and family therapy.
My mission is to assist others in overcoming life challenges and obstacles through mindfulness, relationship building, empowerment, awareness, stress management and much more. If you, your family, or anyone you know is struggling with depression, anxiety, coping with stressful situations or other mental health related issues, I can help!
Robin Silverman
Psychologist, JD, PhD
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941
I welcome referrals for individuals seeking therapy for themselves or their children, co-parenting counseling, court-involved child custody conflict resolution, recommending and confidential child custody mediation, and parent-child evaluations.
Individual Psychotherapy and Co-Parenting Solutions. I am a psychologist with over thirty years of experience working with individuals, children, adolescents and families. I have a private practice that includes working with families involved in court-related disputes. I conduct psychological evaluations and child custody evaluations. Please see my website for more information and for a list of publications, presentations, and career experience.
I welcome referrals for individuals seeking therapy for themselves or their children, co-parenting counseling, court-involved child custody conflict resolution, recommending and confidential child custody mediation, and parent-child evaluations.
Individual Psychotherapy and Co-Parenting Solutions. I am a psychologist with over thirty years of experience working with individuals, children, adolescents and families. I have a private practice that includes working with families involved in court-related disputes. I conduct psychological evaluations and child custody evaluations. Please see my website for more information and for a list of publications, presentations, and career experience.
Marie Secrist
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92128 (Online Only)
Daily I refer back to my PCIT skills, based in decades of behavioral research, to provide positive praise, clear directions, and firm boundaries.
I value building on your resiliency to facilitate growth towards your personal goals. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. Specifically, I focus on treating trauma and am a certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) therapist. I strive to help individuals who struggle with trauma symptoms by providing trauma informed care. Also, as a clinician who values working with children with behavioral difficulties, I provide quality Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) to restore the parent-child relationship for children 2-7 years old.
Daily I refer back to my PCIT skills, based in decades of behavioral research, to provide positive praise, clear directions, and firm boundaries.
I value building on your resiliency to facilitate growth towards your personal goals. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. Specifically, I focus on treating trauma and am a certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) therapist. I strive to help individuals who struggle with trauma symptoms by providing trauma informed care. Also, as a clinician who values working with children with behavioral difficulties, I provide quality Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) to restore the parent-child relationship for children 2-7 years old.
Lisbeth Venegas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92507
Are you having trouble managing your child's behavior? Are your child's emotional issues causing stress in your relationship? No matter what type of difficulties your/your child is experiencing, when your child struggles you struggle. This is a place where we will partner together to build upon your family's strengths and nourish your parent-child relationship.
Are you having trouble managing your child's behavior? Are your child's emotional issues causing stress in your relationship? No matter what type of difficulties your/your child is experiencing, when your child struggles you struggle. This is a place where we will partner together to build upon your family's strengths and nourish your parent-child relationship.
Cassandra Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
After PCIT, children demonstrate improvements in compliance and reductions in overall disruptive behaviors.
Are you feeling stressed or out of control of your child's behavior? Are the good days getting fewer and far between?
As the Assistant Director of the PCIT Institute, I specialize in treating families with children 2-8 with difficulties such as: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Autism Spectrum disorders, anxiety and difficult divorce reactions utilizing Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). By giving equal attention to the parent-child relationship and to parents' behavior management skills, I collaborate with families to enhance parent-child interactions, improve behavior, and empower parents to use consistent, predictable, effective parenting strategies that work.
After PCIT, children demonstrate improvements in compliance and reductions in overall disruptive behaviors.
Are you feeling stressed or out of control of your child's behavior? Are the good days getting fewer and far between?
As the Assistant Director of the PCIT Institute, I specialize in treating families with children 2-8 with difficulties such as: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Autism Spectrum disorders, anxiety and difficult divorce reactions utilizing Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). By giving equal attention to the parent-child relationship and to parents' behavior management skills, I collaborate with families to enhance parent-child interactions, improve behavior, and empower parents to use consistent, predictable, effective parenting strategies that work.
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Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists
Does parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) work?
PCIT is an evidence-based treatment that has been shown to be effective across domains, including for children with behavioral problems, those on the autism spectrum, and those who have experienced early childhood trauma. Further, studies have found that the skills developed through PCIT benefit not only the child in therapy but also siblings, as the parent internalizes lessons learned in sessions and is able to incorporate them into interactions with other family members.
How long does PCIT last?
The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and treatment lasts, on average, between 12 and 20 sessions. Factors that influence treatment duration include how regularly a client attends treatment, how much progress is achieved between sessions, the particular skills that need development, and the extent to which the parent and therapist see improvement.
Can PCIT be done online?
PCIT is among the therapy types best suited for video sessions. Therapists are able to communicate with parents with essentially the same ease, and by observing the parent and child at home in their normal environment, the therapist may gain additional insight into their interactions, as the child will have their normal toys and may feel more comfortable and act more naturally than they would in a therapist’s room.
Does PCIT help parents?
In addition to the skills parents develop through the treatment, PCIT has also been shown to reduce frustration, stress, and depression in parents and promote confidence and a sense of calm when dealing with their children. The desired outcomes of PCIT include a reduction in defiant and aggressive behavior by children and an improvement in communicating their feelings productively, complying with parental instruction, and behaving according to parents’ rules. Growth in these areas can be a relief for parents.