Self-Harming Therapists in Sacramento, CA

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Prestige Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95811
Welcome to P R E S T I G E Therapy. We are a team of therapists who specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, focusing on those who have borderline personality traits. We often work with individuals who experience intense emotions, suicidal ideation, self-harming behaviors, high conflict relationships, and other high risk behaviors. We also work with symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. We also work with families, couples, teens, and young adults.
Welcome to P R E S T I G E Therapy. We are a team of therapists who specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, focusing on those who have borderline personality traits. We often work with individuals who experience intense emotions, suicidal ideation, self-harming behaviors, high conflict relationships, and other high risk behaviors. We also work with symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. We also work with families, couples, teens, and young adults.
(916) 619-2254 View (916) 619-2254
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Optimal Neurofeedback
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95815
At Optimal Neurofeedback you will receive individual care, cutting edge equipment, a private space, and personal options.
Are you, or your child, struggling with ADHD, sleep problems, anxiety, depression, Traumatic Brain Injury, PTSD, Autistic, Attachment or Neurodevelopment disorders? Are the symptoms making school, family and/or work life difficult? Or, are you an athlete or business person who excels but wants to perform even better? Perhaps you are spiritual and wanting to improve your meditation or mindfulness practice. Neurofeedback provides you healing, relief and peak performance through its' non-invasive use of neurologically relevant feedback by sound and sight cues to gently inform your brain toward what is naturally best for it.
At Optimal Neurofeedback you will receive individual care, cutting edge equipment, a private space, and personal options.
Are you, or your child, struggling with ADHD, sleep problems, anxiety, depression, Traumatic Brain Injury, PTSD, Autistic, Attachment or Neurodevelopment disorders? Are the symptoms making school, family and/or work life difficult? Or, are you an athlete or business person who excels but wants to perform even better? Perhaps you are spiritual and wanting to improve your meditation or mindfulness practice. Neurofeedback provides you healing, relief and peak performance through its' non-invasive use of neurologically relevant feedback by sound and sight cues to gently inform your brain toward what is naturally best for it.
(916) 668-5906 View (916) 668-5906
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David Grayson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95832  (Online Only)
I consider myself an LGBTQ positive therapist with a focus on gender dysphoria, cutting, and pansexuality.
"Teamwork makes the dream work." Meeting life's difficulties alone can be overwhelming. Together let's discover the beauty and purpose of our inner struggles. By doing so as a team we can share the burden of past failures and shed the pain that paves the way for our future success. Obstacles in our path are only there to make us stronger. Lifes distressing moments are only that a moment. Our job is to not always avoid these events but to endure them while not making them worst.
I consider myself an LGBTQ positive therapist with a focus on gender dysphoria, cutting, and pansexuality.
"Teamwork makes the dream work." Meeting life's difficulties alone can be overwhelming. Together let's discover the beauty and purpose of our inner struggles. By doing so as a team we can share the burden of past failures and shed the pain that paves the way for our future success. Obstacles in our path are only there to make us stronger. Lifes distressing moments are only that a moment. Our job is to not always avoid these events but to endure them while not making them worst.
(209) 400-9927 View (209) 400-9927
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Monique España
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95814  (Online Only)
As a daughter of immigrant parents, a working mother, and a wife, I can see your resiliency and grit. With almost 15 years of working in this field, I have the skills to provide high-quality individual therapy sessions and develop comprehensive goals tailored to each client's unique needs. I have dedicated myself to improving the lives of individuals struggling with an array of mental health problems (i.e., depression, anxiety, childhood abuse, low self-esteem, etc.) and with a diverse set of backgrounds (i.e., undocumented Latinx individuals, military veterans, and families within the child welfare system).
As a daughter of immigrant parents, a working mother, and a wife, I can see your resiliency and grit. With almost 15 years of working in this field, I have the skills to provide high-quality individual therapy sessions and develop comprehensive goals tailored to each client's unique needs. I have dedicated myself to improving the lives of individuals struggling with an array of mental health problems (i.e., depression, anxiety, childhood abuse, low self-esteem, etc.) and with a diverse set of backgrounds (i.e., undocumented Latinx individuals, military veterans, and families within the child welfare system).
(424) 567-6866 View (424) 567-6866
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Lise Welsh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95814  (Online Only)
I have over 35 years of experience (and training) in Disordered Eating. Although it is my specialty, I love working with the general population as well. I understand addiction, compulsion and obsession very well and can help you understand their function in your life and help you build the skills necessary to put them out of a job. I believe everything we do, we do in an effort to take care of ourselves even though the things we choose to do may harm us. I help you to find more direct, satisfying ways to meet your real needs.
I have over 35 years of experience (and training) in Disordered Eating. Although it is my specialty, I love working with the general population as well. I understand addiction, compulsion and obsession very well and can help you understand their function in your life and help you build the skills necessary to put them out of a job. I believe everything we do, we do in an effort to take care of ourselves even though the things we choose to do may harm us. I help you to find more direct, satisfying ways to meet your real needs.
(530) 731-5704 View (530) 731-5704
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Embark Behavioral Health
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 94203
Embark Behavioral Health is a leading network of exceptional treatment and therapy programs across the United States. We specialize in helping adolescents, teens, and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health and substance abuse issues. Our programs include in-home treatment, virtual IOP, outpatient clinics that offer intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) and therapeutic day treatment programs, also known as a partial hospitalization program (PHPs), wilderness therapy, short-term residential treatment programs, long-term residential treatment, therapeutic boarding schools, and young adult transitional living options.
Embark Behavioral Health is a leading network of exceptional treatment and therapy programs across the United States. We specialize in helping adolescents, teens, and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health and substance abuse issues. Our programs include in-home treatment, virtual IOP, outpatient clinics that offer intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) and therapeutic day treatment programs, also known as a partial hospitalization program (PHPs), wilderness therapy, short-term residential treatment programs, long-term residential treatment, therapeutic boarding schools, and young adult transitional living options.
(458) 241-5990 View (458) 241-5990
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Tracy Collins Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95811  (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Tracy! I specialize in working with adults who experience anxiety and depression. When you are feeling anxious, it often means that you are spending too much time in the future going down rabbit holes and playing the What If game. When you are feeling depressed, it often means you are spending too much time in the past filled with regret and grief. I am here to help with all of that.
Hi! I'm Tracy! I specialize in working with adults who experience anxiety and depression. When you are feeling anxious, it often means that you are spending too much time in the future going down rabbit holes and playing the What If game. When you are feeling depressed, it often means you are spending too much time in the past filled with regret and grief. I am here to help with all of that.
(279) 201-6334 View (279) 201-6334
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Lindsay Juricich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95825  (Online Only)
I specialize in work with children, teens, and young adults using a practical, evidence-based approach. I focus on individual, family, and community-based strengths, forging collaborative therapeutic relationships that are a foundation for lasting change.
I specialize in work with children, teens, and young adults using a practical, evidence-based approach. I focus on individual, family, and community-based strengths, forging collaborative therapeutic relationships that are a foundation for lasting change.
(669) 271-7673 View (669) 271-7673
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Beth Laskosky
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, BS, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95821
If you could embody all of your identities without shame and judgment - who would you be? Much of my work has been centered around transgender teens and queer individuals & couples. I enjoy working with all humans trying to navigate life with childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and identity formation. As a queer therapist, I understand the safety and security needed to create a healing relationship. I also assist with psychedelic integration for individuals processing the larger meanings derived from healing mystical experiences and life transitions.
If you could embody all of your identities without shame and judgment - who would you be? Much of my work has been centered around transgender teens and queer individuals & couples. I enjoy working with all humans trying to navigate life with childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and identity formation. As a queer therapist, I understand the safety and security needed to create a healing relationship. I also assist with psychedelic integration for individuals processing the larger meanings derived from healing mystical experiences and life transitions.
(916) 269-5556 View (916) 269-5556
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Shawna Valverde
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95816
Everyone needs and deserves health in all forms. I believe therapy is no different than medical treatment or dental care. People often don't want to pursue therapy because they don't think their discomfort is enough to warrant the expense. Whether the sessions are many or few, therapy can make a big difference in how you feel about yourself and how you relate to others. Emotional health is an investment in your quality of life. I utilize interventions based on individualized needs to help people reach their goals and create a fulfilling life.
Everyone needs and deserves health in all forms. I believe therapy is no different than medical treatment or dental care. People often don't want to pursue therapy because they don't think their discomfort is enough to warrant the expense. Whether the sessions are many or few, therapy can make a big difference in how you feel about yourself and how you relate to others. Emotional health is an investment in your quality of life. I utilize interventions based on individualized needs to help people reach their goals and create a fulfilling life.
(916) 288-9783 View (916) 288-9783
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Jasmeen Kairam
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825
I have a strong interest in working with individuals who have faced trauma, especially sexual trauma, to help them rediscover their voice and feel heard. As well as, couples who are struggling with connection, infidelity and more. I acknowledge that every individual is unique and has their own story. As someone who identifies as South Asian, I understand being at the crossroads of societal pressures while trying to balance multiple expectations with various cultural considerations and the stigma that may come around mental health.
I have a strong interest in working with individuals who have faced trauma, especially sexual trauma, to help them rediscover their voice and feel heard. As well as, couples who are struggling with connection, infidelity and more. I acknowledge that every individual is unique and has their own story. As someone who identifies as South Asian, I understand being at the crossroads of societal pressures while trying to balance multiple expectations with various cultural considerations and the stigma that may come around mental health.
(916) 586-7019 View (916) 586-7019
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Rebecca R Nation
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825
I believe that people are all inherently relational beings and when our relationships - whether with ourselves, other people, or God - are hurting, life can become incredibly painful.
I believe that people are all inherently relational beings and when our relationships - whether with ourselves, other people, or God - are hurting, life can become incredibly painful.
(916) 602-4568 View (916) 602-4568
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Sara Miner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95822
Ever felt as though you are "too sensitive"? Well, the truth is we are living in a society where sensitivity is crucial. My aim is to help guide this natural emotional reaction to your environment in a productive way. This will allow you to gain confidence in your innate skills to overcome the inevitable obstacles that you will continually face throughout life.
Ever felt as though you are "too sensitive"? Well, the truth is we are living in a society where sensitivity is crucial. My aim is to help guide this natural emotional reaction to your environment in a productive way. This will allow you to gain confidence in your innate skills to overcome the inevitable obstacles that you will continually face throughout life.
(916) 237-1734 View (916) 237-1734
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Antonette (Toni) Garcia
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ASW, CADC-II
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95818
Each of us deserve to lead a happy and healthy life. Yet life's challenges can be overwhelming and seem unresolvable. I provide non-judgmental feed-back to help you clarify those challenges, your goals, options and your own inner strengths. Knowing our strengths and making our own choices are steps toward the life we want. My experience includes trauma (such as sexual abuse and other issues specific to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), victims of domestic abuse and/or violence, mood disorders, depression, alcohol and drug issues and those with dual diagnoses.
Each of us deserve to lead a happy and healthy life. Yet life's challenges can be overwhelming and seem unresolvable. I provide non-judgmental feed-back to help you clarify those challenges, your goals, options and your own inner strengths. Knowing our strengths and making our own choices are steps toward the life we want. My experience includes trauma (such as sexual abuse and other issues specific to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), victims of domestic abuse and/or violence, mood disorders, depression, alcohol and drug issues and those with dual diagnoses.
(916) 502-8924 View (916) 502-8924
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Troy Mickle
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95816
In my therapeutic practice, I emphasize a secure environment for those seeking therapeutic support. With a foundation in empathy, I establish a professional alliance, enabling clients to express their innermost thoughts and concerns. Leveraging evidence-based modalities, I tailor strategies to each client's unique needs. Through active listening and strategic guidance, I aid clients in achieving clarity and enhancing coping skills. My ultimate goal is to empower individuals and couples to harness their innate resilience, deepen self-awareness, and foster personal growth.
In my therapeutic practice, I emphasize a secure environment for those seeking therapeutic support. With a foundation in empathy, I establish a professional alliance, enabling clients to express their innermost thoughts and concerns. Leveraging evidence-based modalities, I tailor strategies to each client's unique needs. Through active listening and strategic guidance, I aid clients in achieving clarity and enhancing coping skills. My ultimate goal is to empower individuals and couples to harness their innate resilience, deepen self-awareness, and foster personal growth.
(916) 237-8393 View (916) 237-8393
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Kristina Rickards
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95816
I offer a supportive atmosphere rich with self-discovery, humility, laughter, hope and common ground in the throes of daily challenges. I am especially interested in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, self-identity, transitions, relationship issues, and well beyond.
I offer a supportive atmosphere rich with self-discovery, humility, laughter, hope and common ground in the throes of daily challenges. I am especially interested in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, self-identity, transitions, relationship issues, and well beyond.
(916) 382-7481 View (916) 382-7481
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Lupe Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95811
Are you looking for a positive change and feel like your current path is no longer serving you? Are you numbing your emotions by engaging in uhealthy relationships with people, substances, food, shopping, gambling, screen time, etc? Then, I am grateful that our paths have crossed. Together, we can work towards attainment of greater balance and fulfillment through the healing of your whole self. You will find my approach to be facilitative rather than coercive and see that I aim to reinforce positive change in your life, no matter how small or incremental that change may be.
Are you looking for a positive change and feel like your current path is no longer serving you? Are you numbing your emotions by engaging in uhealthy relationships with people, substances, food, shopping, gambling, screen time, etc? Then, I am grateful that our paths have crossed. Together, we can work towards attainment of greater balance and fulfillment through the healing of your whole self. You will find my approach to be facilitative rather than coercive and see that I aim to reinforce positive change in your life, no matter how small or incremental that change may be.
(916) 764-3868 View (916) 764-3868
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Michele Danao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95826  (Online Only)
I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist actively working in the field since 2019. My psychotherapy experience comes from supporting clients from different walks of life (homelessness, at risk youth, community agencies, private practice settings, and adults in various types of careers). I’ve worked with a wide range of diagnoses dealing with topics around coping with stress, mood, relationships, trauma, anger, and harm (to name a few). I utilize an integrative approach drawing from various modalities to meet the needs of each person in a different and unique way.
I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist actively working in the field since 2019. My psychotherapy experience comes from supporting clients from different walks of life (homelessness, at risk youth, community agencies, private practice settings, and adults in various types of careers). I’ve worked with a wide range of diagnoses dealing with topics around coping with stress, mood, relationships, trauma, anger, and harm (to name a few). I utilize an integrative approach drawing from various modalities to meet the needs of each person in a different and unique way.
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Smitha Kashi
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816
I specialize in working with children, teens and adults who experience anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ struggles, trauma, self-esteem issues, and interpersonal conflicts using an integrated, strengths based approach. We all experience a variety of emotions as we go through our lives. As your therapist we will work together to process and understand the emotions you experience. I work with clients to create a safe and comfortable environment where people can understand their strengths, work on creating boundaries, process trauma, and gain clarity on their experiences while keeping your various identities at the core of our work together.
I specialize in working with children, teens and adults who experience anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ struggles, trauma, self-esteem issues, and interpersonal conflicts using an integrated, strengths based approach. We all experience a variety of emotions as we go through our lives. As your therapist we will work together to process and understand the emotions you experience. I work with clients to create a safe and comfortable environment where people can understand their strengths, work on creating boundaries, process trauma, and gain clarity on their experiences while keeping your various identities at the core of our work together.
(916) 665-0442 View (916) 665-0442
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Casi Del Greco (Virtual Therapist Only)
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95826  (Online Only)
“Change Your Thoughts and You’ll Change Your World”. My goal is to offer and provide support within the therapeutic relationship that allows for you to gain insight on discovering your needs. I believe everyone needs support but struggles with how to ask for help. In my practices I provide the time and space for you to feel heard, supported, and most importantly I provide empathy. Empathy is a powerful word as it defines the ability to sense other people’s emotions, coupled with the ability to imagine what someone might be thinking or feeling. I always try to create a warm, heartening, and empathetic environment with every client.
“Change Your Thoughts and You’ll Change Your World”. My goal is to offer and provide support within the therapeutic relationship that allows for you to gain insight on discovering your needs. I believe everyone needs support but struggles with how to ask for help. In my practices I provide the time and space for you to feel heard, supported, and most importantly I provide empathy. Empathy is a powerful word as it defines the ability to sense other people’s emotions, coupled with the ability to imagine what someone might be thinking or feeling. I always try to create a warm, heartening, and empathetic environment with every client.
(916) 884-5155 View (916) 884-5155
Self-Harming Therapists

How does therapy for self-harm work?

A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.

Which therapies are best for self-harm?

Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.

Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?

Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.

How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.