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Heather Schwartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Eureka, CA 95501
Life sometimes presents us with challenges that can feel overwhelming and cause deep emotional pain. Working from a strength-based perspective, individuals can explore their resiliency and tap into their own authenticity. Counseling provides people with a safe place to vocalize their struggles, needs, wants and values. It allows for growth and healing to occur while encouraging positive change within the individual and their lives.
Life sometimes presents us with challenges that can feel overwhelming and cause deep emotional pain. Working from a strength-based perspective, individuals can explore their resiliency and tap into their own authenticity. Counseling provides people with a safe place to vocalize their struggles, needs, wants and values. It allows for growth and healing to occur while encouraging positive change within the individual and their lives.
(707) 289-7752 View (707) 289-7752
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Kristyn Fresz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Eureka, CA 95501
Entering therapy takes courage and commitment so it will be my first priority for you is to create feelings of safety and trust. I believe that you have the innate capacity to heal, develop, and grow. You and I can work together to identify inner conflicts, clarify beliefs, and release limiting patterns to support you in living a more authentic and fulfilling life. I work with individuals and adolescents.
Entering therapy takes courage and commitment so it will be my first priority for you is to create feelings of safety and trust. I believe that you have the innate capacity to heal, develop, and grow. You and I can work together to identify inner conflicts, clarify beliefs, and release limiting patterns to support you in living a more authentic and fulfilling life. I work with individuals and adolescents.
(707) 706-6954 View (707) 706-6954
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Community Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, AMFT, ACSW
Verified Verified
Eureka, CA 95501
Your journey is unique; We prioritize a client-centered approach that tailors therapy to your specific goals and aspirations. Our therapists work collaboratively with you to identify meaningful objectives, track progress, and celebrate achievements. Choosing to prioritize yourself and seek therapy is a significant step toward prioritizing your mental health and well-being.
Your journey is unique; We prioritize a client-centered approach that tailors therapy to your specific goals and aspirations. Our therapists work collaboratively with you to identify meaningful objectives, track progress, and celebrate achievements. Choosing to prioritize yourself and seek therapy is a significant step toward prioritizing your mental health and well-being.
(707) 702-4759 View (707) 702-4759
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Alice E Shannon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Eureka, CA 95501
I believe that solutions are as varied as people. Your individual style or temperament is the key to who you are and what works for you. I believe that everyone has a meaningful life story and in the power of telling that story and having it heard. I believe in inspiration and in practical solutions. I believe in the importance of good self care and that many things are therapeutic in addition to therapy. I will help you to find other inner and external resources which are supportive and helpful towards the changes you wish to make.
I believe that solutions are as varied as people. Your individual style or temperament is the key to who you are and what works for you. I believe that everyone has a meaningful life story and in the power of telling that story and having it heard. I believe in inspiration and in practical solutions. I believe in the importance of good self care and that many things are therapeutic in addition to therapy. I will help you to find other inner and external resources which are supportive and helpful towards the changes you wish to make.
(707) 595-2040 View (707) 595-2040
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Kathleen Lowder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Eureka, CA 95501
Are you overwhelmed by stressors in your life and struggling with feeling sad, lonely, nervous, tired and irritable? Would it feel useful to have someone you can communicate with about your worries? As a licensed counselor and community advocate, I provide individual therapy in an empowering, empathetic and collaborative manner for people such as yourself. I can assist you with discovering and developing skills and methods to increase your feelings of emotional well-being and with improving your coping and communication skills.
Are you overwhelmed by stressors in your life and struggling with feeling sad, lonely, nervous, tired and irritable? Would it feel useful to have someone you can communicate with about your worries? As a licensed counselor and community advocate, I provide individual therapy in an empowering, empathetic and collaborative manner for people such as yourself. I can assist you with discovering and developing skills and methods to increase your feelings of emotional well-being and with improving your coping and communication skills.
(707) 307-5396 View (707) 307-5396
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Melissa Clare Shaw
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eureka, CA 95502  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is ultimately based on what my client wants to work on: whether that be a short term solutions-focused approach to address system changes in a family/relationship or to manage the aftermath of a crisis situation, a cognitive behavioral approach to brainstorm symptom management that has brought about chaos in their life, or a psychodynamic approach to explore the depths of one's dreams and soul purpose. I specialize in looking at imagination as a problem-solving tool to bring about a change that my client is looking for.
My approach is ultimately based on what my client wants to work on: whether that be a short term solutions-focused approach to address system changes in a family/relationship or to manage the aftermath of a crisis situation, a cognitive behavioral approach to brainstorm symptom management that has brought about chaos in their life, or a psychodynamic approach to explore the depths of one's dreams and soul purpose. I specialize in looking at imagination as a problem-solving tool to bring about a change that my client is looking for.
(213) 674-3757 View (213) 674-3757
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The Pair Bond, Relationship Coach - Yaj
MA
Not Verified Not Verified
Eureka, CA 95501  (Online Only)
My name is Yaj (soft j). I am an attachment & recovery based Relationship Coach (former LMFT in NY for 17 years) in Humboldt County, CA, working online & in my home office. Since 2001, my clients - couples & individuals - seek relief from chronic patterns of conflict & negativity in relationships. My work offers focused education, supportive guidance in skill training & reparative relational experiences in 75-min couple sessions, 60 min for individuals. When you show up willing to be open, even when it's hard, you discover a decrease in the suffering struggle & create safety and closeness in relationship with self, other and life.
My name is Yaj (soft j). I am an attachment & recovery based Relationship Coach (former LMFT in NY for 17 years) in Humboldt County, CA, working online & in my home office. Since 2001, my clients - couples & individuals - seek relief from chronic patterns of conflict & negativity in relationships. My work offers focused education, supportive guidance in skill training & reparative relational experiences in 75-min couple sessions, 60 min for individuals. When you show up willing to be open, even when it's hard, you discover a decrease in the suffering struggle & create safety and closeness in relationship with self, other and life.
(707) 633-4035 View (707) 633-4035

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Eric William Gronley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Arcata, CA 95521
I understand the importance of building trust, safety and rapport in any relationship, in order to more effectively navigate the uncomfortable memories, experiences and relational patterns that have you feeling stuck. Whether you're seeking therapy to address a specific concern or simply to engage in a personal exploration, the therapeutic process can help increase insight, decrease anxiety and painful emotions, identify healthier coping strategies and deepen relationships. Together, we will work to identify and nurture your personal strengths, equipping you with resources that empower you to navigate the challenges of daily life.
I understand the importance of building trust, safety and rapport in any relationship, in order to more effectively navigate the uncomfortable memories, experiences and relational patterns that have you feeling stuck. Whether you're seeking therapy to address a specific concern or simply to engage in a personal exploration, the therapeutic process can help increase insight, decrease anxiety and painful emotions, identify healthier coping strategies and deepen relationships. Together, we will work to identify and nurture your personal strengths, equipping you with resources that empower you to navigate the challenges of daily life.
(707) 846-1658 View (707) 846-1658

Online Therapists

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Shena Fatemi
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified Verified
Redding, CA 96001  (Online Only)
Telehealth/Video sessions are available. I offer both individual and couple therapy with a focus on alleviating stress and depression.I believe that every individual has an innate ability for growth and therapy works best when the client takes the lead. Moving at a pace comfortable for you allows for open discussion of sensitive topics when you're ready. My aim is to guide you toward healthier thought patterns and help you confront and change negative thinking. The foundation of successful therapy lies in a strong therapist-client relationship. Reach out for a consultation to see if we’re the right match.
Telehealth/Video sessions are available. I offer both individual and couple therapy with a focus on alleviating stress and depression.I believe that every individual has an innate ability for growth and therapy works best when the client takes the lead. Moving at a pace comfortable for you allows for open discussion of sensitive topics when you're ready. My aim is to guide you toward healthier thought patterns and help you confront and change negative thinking. The foundation of successful therapy lies in a strong therapist-client relationship. Reach out for a consultation to see if we’re the right match.
(747) 294-2905 View (747) 294-2905
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Starla Kissinger
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redding, CA 96002
Hello, I am a registered ACSW, who comes with over a decade of work in the Child Welfare field, working with children and high-risk, high-needs teens is a passion of mine. However, I enjoy seeing clients from all different ages and backgrounds. I also enjoy working with couples and families! I have a gentle approach and do not judge. I strive to provide a safe environment for you to open up and work on whatever situation/issue you bring to the therapy room. I am dedicated to working from a trauma informed lens and I believe in a holistic approach to wellness. I am supervised and employed by Ashley N. Green, M.A., LMFT 112738
Hello, I am a registered ACSW, who comes with over a decade of work in the Child Welfare field, working with children and high-risk, high-needs teens is a passion of mine. However, I enjoy seeing clients from all different ages and backgrounds. I also enjoy working with couples and families! I have a gentle approach and do not judge. I strive to provide a safe environment for you to open up and work on whatever situation/issue you bring to the therapy room. I am dedicated to working from a trauma informed lens and I believe in a holistic approach to wellness. I am supervised and employed by Ashley N. Green, M.A., LMFT 112738
(530) 683-3934 View (530) 683-3934
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Mindfulness Psychotherapy, Jim Mathis LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Redding, CA 96002  (Online Only)
I use the principles of Positive Psychology and Mindfulness to teach techniques that increase awareness and ability to control attention so that you can experience happiness and not be a slave to compulsive thinking. You will learn and experience living in a way that frees energy that is being spent on habitual regrets of the past and worries of the future. I can guide you through loneliness, isolation, emotional pain, grief, relationship distress and trauma.
I use the principles of Positive Psychology and Mindfulness to teach techniques that increase awareness and ability to control attention so that you can experience happiness and not be a slave to compulsive thinking. You will learn and experience living in a way that frees energy that is being spent on habitual regrets of the past and worries of the future. I can guide you through loneliness, isolation, emotional pain, grief, relationship distress and trauma.
(530) 723-1649 View (530) 723-1649
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Lisa Bachmann
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Arcata, CA 95521  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to do things differently, but continue to find yourself back in the place you started? As a marriage and family therapist, I specialize in relationships and in my years of experience I've learned that this is the main reason people seek therapy; help with their relationships. Whether it be your partner, parent, child or boss, relationships can cause a lot of distress when they are not going well. So good news, you are in the right place! Although we can’t change other people, we DO have the power to change ourselves. Let’s work together to empower you to change in ways that lead to positive changes in your life.
Are you struggling to do things differently, but continue to find yourself back in the place you started? As a marriage and family therapist, I specialize in relationships and in my years of experience I've learned that this is the main reason people seek therapy; help with their relationships. Whether it be your partner, parent, child or boss, relationships can cause a lot of distress when they are not going well. So good news, you are in the right place! Although we can’t change other people, we DO have the power to change ourselves. Let’s work together to empower you to change in ways that lead to positive changes in your life.
(707) 940-3451 View (707) 940-3451
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Naomi Hunt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redding, CA 96001
Life can be hard sometimes and we have all experienced struggles at one time or another. Having a safe place to explore life challenges and find new ways to manage emotions and behaviors is a vital step improving satisfaction with your life. Learning communication and coping skills can help individuals of all ages lead happier and more fulfilling lives. I can guide you or your child through managing trauma, anxiety and depression symptoms as well as behavioral, relationship and issues with life changes. As a 3 time surrogate, I am also available to provide assessments and support to all parties involved in assisted reproduction.
Life can be hard sometimes and we have all experienced struggles at one time or another. Having a safe place to explore life challenges and find new ways to manage emotions and behaviors is a vital step improving satisfaction with your life. Learning communication and coping skills can help individuals of all ages lead happier and more fulfilling lives. I can guide you or your child through managing trauma, anxiety and depression symptoms as well as behavioral, relationship and issues with life changes. As a 3 time surrogate, I am also available to provide assessments and support to all parties involved in assisted reproduction.
(530) 319-5157 View (530) 319-5157
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Chelsea Williamson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Redding, CA 96001
If you are someone who is struggling in life right now I would love to help you. Therapy is more than a job or career to me, it is my calling. I love what I do and I work hard for each of my clients to help them achieve their goals for counseling. I offer individual, family, and couples counseling. I particularly enjoy working with client's who have experienced trauma. I enjoy helping client's work through their struggles and walk with them on their pathway to healing.
If you are someone who is struggling in life right now I would love to help you. Therapy is more than a job or career to me, it is my calling. I love what I do and I work hard for each of my clients to help them achieve their goals for counseling. I offer individual, family, and couples counseling. I particularly enjoy working with client's who have experienced trauma. I enjoy helping client's work through their struggles and walk with them on their pathway to healing.
(530) 319-5233 View (530) 319-5233
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Nicole Gentile
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Redding, CA 96001
My passion is working with a wide range of people who are finding a way to live in their full potential and purpose. Life at times is painful, give me the opportunity to sit with you and help you find relief. I am experienced working with children, teenagers, couples, families, blended families, and parents. I feel a great sense of honor and privilege to work in the intimate parts of others lives in areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, and grief. In 2011 is when I started training as a therapist and have now been licensed as a marriage and family therapist since 2017.
My passion is working with a wide range of people who are finding a way to live in their full potential and purpose. Life at times is painful, give me the opportunity to sit with you and help you find relief. I am experienced working with children, teenagers, couples, families, blended families, and parents. I feel a great sense of honor and privilege to work in the intimate parts of others lives in areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, and grief. In 2011 is when I started training as a therapist and have now been licensed as a marriage and family therapist since 2017.
(530) 203-6539 View (530) 203-6539
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Stephanie Fierro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Redding, CA 96002
Hello, my name is Stephanie Fierro-Haldorson. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have experience working with couples, LGBTQIA+ community, adolescents, foster youth, trauma, addiction, and children ages 5-17. I have worked with so many different persons. I am comfortable working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community (adults and children), trauma, foster youth, couples, those with addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Hello, my name is Stephanie Fierro-Haldorson. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have experience working with couples, LGBTQIA+ community, adolescents, foster youth, trauma, addiction, and children ages 5-17. I have worked with so many different persons. I am comfortable working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community (adults and children), trauma, foster youth, couples, those with addiction, anxiety, and depression.
(424) 677-2630 View (424) 677-2630
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Katherine (Kate) Garnaas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redding, CA 96002
Waitlist for new clients
Change comes first through an established trusting relationship with a therapist. With experience working in the mental health field for over seven years, this profession has taught me that everyone has a story, and a lot of the time, that story comes with hardships and trauma. To take a quote from one of my favorite icons in the field, Brené Brown, “Sometimes the bravest and most important thing you can do is just show up.” I work with a wide variety of clients ranging from those navigating depression, anxiety, eating disorders, grief and loss, life transitions, trauma, interpersonal relationship conflicts, stress, and more.
Change comes first through an established trusting relationship with a therapist. With experience working in the mental health field for over seven years, this profession has taught me that everyone has a story, and a lot of the time, that story comes with hardships and trauma. To take a quote from one of my favorite icons in the field, Brené Brown, “Sometimes the bravest and most important thing you can do is just show up.” I work with a wide variety of clients ranging from those navigating depression, anxiety, eating disorders, grief and loss, life transitions, trauma, interpersonal relationship conflicts, stress, and more.
(530) 444-1385 View (530) 444-1385
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Rae Hopper
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Redding, CA 96002
Greetings all, meeting someone who you can talk to about any life struggles or challenges can provide insight and awareness that can change your life. Life has obstacles, tragedies, and unforeseen circumstances indefinitely! The key is learning how to handle these different situations while managing and regulating our emotions. I work with all ages, all different backgrounds, and varying degrees of symptoms and diagnoses. I am not the leader of your journey but I do aspire to assist you in navigating life's terrain while encouraging and cheering you on down the path.
Greetings all, meeting someone who you can talk to about any life struggles or challenges can provide insight and awareness that can change your life. Life has obstacles, tragedies, and unforeseen circumstances indefinitely! The key is learning how to handle these different situations while managing and regulating our emotions. I work with all ages, all different backgrounds, and varying degrees of symptoms and diagnoses. I am not the leader of your journey but I do aspire to assist you in navigating life's terrain while encouraging and cheering you on down the path.
(530) 457-1979 View (530) 457-1979
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Amanda Magnuson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Redding, CA 96001
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist supervised by Nicole Gentile, LMFT 103047. Throughout the years, I have witnessed the transformation an individual can have when one person wants to come alongside them in their journey and help encourage them, educate them and validate them. Years of experience in social services, ministry, school education and life have led me to this calling of helping others through therapy and I am honored to get to be there for others and help them experience healing and freedom in their lives.
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist supervised by Nicole Gentile, LMFT 103047. Throughout the years, I have witnessed the transformation an individual can have when one person wants to come alongside them in their journey and help encourage them, educate them and validate them. Years of experience in social services, ministry, school education and life have led me to this calling of helping others through therapy and I am honored to get to be there for others and help them experience healing and freedom in their lives.
(530) 212-7731 View (530) 212-7731
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Kaitlyn Courtney Maddox
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redding, CA 96002  (Online Only)
I am an associate marriage family therapist. I have approximately three years of experience working with foster children and families, and at-risk youth. I have provided therapy for teenagers and survivors of domestic violence. These opportunities have given me a desire to continue serving children, teens, families, and all ages and groups of people at all stages of life. I have worked with individuals exhibiting signs of depression, anxiety, trauma, suicide ideation, and self-harming behaviors. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe environment while building a secure therapeutic alliance with my clients.
I am an associate marriage family therapist. I have approximately three years of experience working with foster children and families, and at-risk youth. I have provided therapy for teenagers and survivors of domestic violence. These opportunities have given me a desire to continue serving children, teens, families, and all ages and groups of people at all stages of life. I have worked with individuals exhibiting signs of depression, anxiety, trauma, suicide ideation, and self-harming behaviors. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe environment while building a secure therapeutic alliance with my clients.
(530) 507-7703 View (530) 507-7703

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How does strength-based therapy work?

During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.

Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?

Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.

How long does strength-based therapy last?

There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.

How effective is strength-based therapy?

Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.