Therapists in Exeter, CA

Sometimes life can be hard! Even really hard! The Central Valley Center for Psychological Assessment and Counseling is here for you! It takes great courage to care for yourself, though I believe it is possible. I have nearly 20 years of experience working with clients just like you.

Dr. Deanna Mercado is a Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.She is a first-generation Latina, bilingual clinician with over 18 years of experience in the field of behavioral health. Her background encompuses treating individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, correctional mental health services for incarcerated youth and adults, crisis management, psychological testing services, educational and corporate psychology.

I'm committed to helping you reach your mental health goals in harmony with your physical and spiritual life goals. I provide professional therapeutic mental health services, support, and referrals in order to support you in increasing the quality of your life, step by step. I also believe the process of therapy doesn't have to be a mystery; I work to ensure the process is clear and you are comfortable with the treatment plan. Change is possible, I've seen it over and over. People are capable of being exactly who they are purposed to be.

I am so glad that you are considering starting therapy! As you browse around to see who you think will be a good fit, thoroughly read through the profiles and do not be afraid to ask questions. The most important thing about the Therapeutic relationship is that you feel comfortable and heard. I'd like to share a little about myself...... I hope I can be the right therapist for you. I absolutely love working with people. I have over 5 years of experience working with children ages 3 and up. In my 5 years of practice I have provided services to children, adolescents and their families.

You are not alone! As your therapist, I am committed to your healing and providing a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work through any negative self-talk and find solutions. We will explore therapeutic approaches, including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Interventions. Together, we can confront anxiety and depression head-on.

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Are you tired, overwhelmed, or feeling constantly on edge? Has the stress and anxiety over the past couple of years left you feeling lost, frustrated, or hopeless? Is your self-esteem struggling, always striving to measure up to a seemingly impossible set of standards? Has your anxiety or depression kept you away from social activities, engaging in things you once loved, or caused relationship struggles with those you love most? Does your life just seem to be one big emotional roller coaster? If you answered yes to any of these questions you are not alone. Life has been difficult to navigate for pretty much everyone.

Are you or your loved ones trying to cope with the effects of difficult life events, troubled relationships, stress, or other difficult life circumstances? Are you struggling to heal from a traumatic past? You don't have to do it alone. It can be hard to reach out and ask for help, sometimes it's the first of many steps on the road to wholehearted mending. If you're ready to begin the journey to your mental, emotional, and spiritual healing, I would be honored to begin walking beside you on your journey of improved mental health.

The techniques I use are tailored to each client's unique needs and challenges. I use a holistic approach that is clinical, psychological, medical, and spiritual. These techniques help me plan, diagnose, and treat individuals as well as couples in relationship counseling. This creates a confidential, non-judgmental atmosphere based on kindness and respect. Only in this environment can you begin to make healthy, confident and mindful decisions so that you can reach your personal and relationship goals. I will walk with you through whatever challenges stand in your way.

Welcoming new Clients in Downtown Visalia. Let’s get you started on your counseling journey today so that you may reach your fullest potential! As a therapist with over 20 years of experience in the counseling field, I have experience in working with Individuals, Couples and families as they face difficult periods in their lives due to divorce, infidelities or life transitions. I also work with individuals to help you learn new skills to manage your trauma, depression or anxiety so that you can get back to enjoying your life.

We all go through difficult times. We face more challenges today than ever with family, careers, relationships, and parenting. Therapy can be extremely helpful in learning new ways to cope with our complex lives and learn to live more fully. No one has to walk this journey alone. I don't have all the answers, but I would love to help you discover your own strengths and uniqueness and help you flourish. I graduated from Fresno Pacific University and completed my Master’s Degree at the Seminary. I would love to help you live your best life.

I help individuals and couples with communication, relationship changes, judgment, and intense emotions. My practice is action-based and results-oriented--not just talking. DOING. We work together to find solutions to common issues such as anger, resentment, confusion, sadness, exhaustion, hopelessness and grief. If you are ready to put in the work, we will get you the results you want.

McDermott Counseling offers a modern, collaborative approach to therapy. Voted best Psychotherapy practice in Visalia 4 years in a row, we work with clients suffering from relationship concerns, family issues, trauma, conflict, depression, anxiety, sexuality, gender, blended families, anger management, and much more. We specialize in individual, couples, and family therapy as well as child and adolescent therapy. We work to provide you excellent service, a welcoming environment and solutions to your unique situation. We offer evening and weekend appointments and can often get you an appointment within the week.

After over 19 years working in the emergency medical service field, as an emergency medical technician and paramedic, I realized how a healthy state of mind can have a significant impact on an individual's physical health. Throughout my career, I helped thousands of individuals in their most vulnerable state, primarily by helping them feel safe and secure as well as empathizing and showing sincere compassion. In doing this, I witnessed a significant decrease in their physical symptoms as well as their emotional state.

Life can be messy. Things don't always go the way we plan. When that happens, we can feel stuck. Stuck in anger, sadness, and frustration which can lead to symptoms of anxiety, depression and feelings of helplessness It is my belief that people have the ability and strength to cope with life's unexpected turns and disappointments. Sometimes, we just need some extra support and encouragement to understand and process our complex feelings and realize the potential and resiliency that lies within.

At the root of all psychological and emotional distress, is the absence of/or lack of love, acceptance and belonging. When this need is not met, we consciously and subconsciously find other ways to fill the void, often through self-destructive behaviors and emotional self-loathing. The vast majority of people do not know how to love themselves or find value in who they are, especially when coming from backgrounds of abuse, addiction or abandonment. When a person understands their value, their self-worth, their reason for being, the psychological and emotional distress dissipates, and behaviors change.

Herschel R. O’Brien has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with depression, anxiety, trauma/stress-related conditions, attachment difficulties, impulse control, and relational issue; and to support individuals to develop self-insight, understand the source vulnerabilities, and integrate inherent resources.