Sonja Wanhala
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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Let's Connect (707) 416-2392
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling with anxiety, OCD, or a major life transition? You don’t have to navigate it alone. I work with tweens, teens, and adults, offering individualized, compassionate support tailored to each person’s unique needs, personality, and goals. I have specialized training in OCD treatment and ERP. I also have extensive experience helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and significant life transitions. Together, we’ll explore the patterns and obstacles that may be keeping you stuck while developing practical tools and and coping strategies.
My therapeutic approach integrates mindfulness-based practices with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). For clients experiencing OCD, I incorporate Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), an evidence-based treatment that helps reduce the power of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.
I strive to create a warm, calming, and supportive environment where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered. I value genuine connection and often use empathy and humor to help clients feel at ease. Our work together is collaborative, with a focus on building emotional regulation, effective problem-solving skills, and resilience.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Sonja Wanhala now - (707) 416-2392
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $185
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Out of Network
Sonja Wanhala
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Email me or call with questions - (707) 416-2392
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 46374 Sonja Wanhala
- In Practice for 21 years
- Attended Dominican University of California, Graduated 2005
- Certificate from CA Association of Marriage & Family Therapists 2008
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Sonja Wanhala
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Email me or call with questions - (707) 416-2392
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infertility
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Sonja Wanhala
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Email me or call with questions - (707) 416-2392
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Brainspotting
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Humanistic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Sonja Wanhala
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (707) 416-2392
Location
Nearby Areas
Sonja Wanhala
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (707) 416-2392