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Ana L Soto Grant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93291
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in working with issues relating to trauma, abandonment, depression, mood regulation, anxiety, family conflicts, and life transitions. My goal is to provide space for you to feel comfortable finding answers, processing emotions, and letting go of anything that is preventing you from living your best life. Therapy is a place where you are given space to be yourself, without judgement, so that you can reflect on what you are seeking in your life.
I am a Bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in working with issues relating to trauma, abandonment, depression, mood regulation, anxiety, family conflicts, and life transitions. My goal is to provide space for you to feel comfortable finding answers, processing emotions, and letting go of anything that is preventing you from living your best life. Therapy is a place where you are given space to be yourself, without judgement, so that you can reflect on what you are seeking in your life.
(559) 338-5432 View (559) 338-5432
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Susan Maxfield, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Visalia, CA 93277  (Online Only)
Have you felt like giving up lately? Are you suffering from intense sadness, fear, grief, anger, guilt, or a broken heart? Has trauma or loss turned your life upside down, making it impossible for you to cope with daily life stressors and affecting your relationships or job performance? Parents, do you have children who are so disrespectful and defiant that home has become a war zone? Do they break rules and refuse to do homework and chores? You are physically and emotionally exhausted and are finding life miserable instead of joyful like it should be, correct?
Have you felt like giving up lately? Are you suffering from intense sadness, fear, grief, anger, guilt, or a broken heart? Has trauma or loss turned your life upside down, making it impossible for you to cope with daily life stressors and affecting your relationships or job performance? Parents, do you have children who are so disrespectful and defiant that home has become a war zone? Do they break rules and refuse to do homework and chores? You are physically and emotionally exhausted and are finding life miserable instead of joyful like it should be, correct?
(559) 565-5976 View (559) 565-5976
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Anita Perez, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93277
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have worked in a wide range of mental health and psychotherapy settings. As a therapist and as a person I know that no one is immune from experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief & loss, and trauma. It can be difficult to reach out and perhaps even admit there is a problem. It takes courage to seek therapy and face your feelings. Therapy can be the beginning of a new journey to self-care.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have worked in a wide range of mental health and psychotherapy settings. As a therapist and as a person I know that no one is immune from experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief & loss, and trauma. It can be difficult to reach out and perhaps even admit there is a problem. It takes courage to seek therapy and face your feelings. Therapy can be the beginning of a new journey to self-care.
(559) 549-9673 View (559) 549-9673
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Paraclete Counseling Leslie R. Mudaheranwa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DDiv , MTh, LCSW
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93291
Evidence has shown one of the determining factors of obtaining results from therapy, is how comfortable you feel with your therapist. It is my goal to establish an environment of trust, safety, and authenticity with you, In an effort to share the unique experience of the therapeutic relationship. I work with individuals, couples and families through a range of evidence based modalities. My approach is to work collaboratively with you to develop an ideal treatment plan to work on your identified needs. I practice through a strength based perspective and I am EMDR trained to work with clients who may have experienced life trauma.
Evidence has shown one of the determining factors of obtaining results from therapy, is how comfortable you feel with your therapist. It is my goal to establish an environment of trust, safety, and authenticity with you, In an effort to share the unique experience of the therapeutic relationship. I work with individuals, couples and families through a range of evidence based modalities. My approach is to work collaboratively with you to develop an ideal treatment plan to work on your identified needs. I practice through a strength based perspective and I am EMDR trained to work with clients who may have experienced life trauma.
(559) 364-9103 View (559) 364-9103
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Teresa Ramirez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93277
Navigating through life's challenges can be difficult, whether in relationships with others or with yourself. Past events and unresolved hurts sometimes keep us "stuck" in a cycle of suffering, shame, or guilt. Therapy can help. I work with people who want to heal and learn to create a life they love and form relationships that nourish them. There is power in identifying obstacles affecting you, and healing wounds are possible. Therapy can help bring clarity, hope, understanding, and meaning to your journey.
Navigating through life's challenges can be difficult, whether in relationships with others or with yourself. Past events and unresolved hurts sometimes keep us "stuck" in a cycle of suffering, shame, or guilt. Therapy can help. I work with people who want to heal and learn to create a life they love and form relationships that nourish them. There is power in identifying obstacles affecting you, and healing wounds are possible. Therapy can help bring clarity, hope, understanding, and meaning to your journey.
(559) 206-4549 View (559) 206-4549
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Dr. Deanna N. Mercado
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93291
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.
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.
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McDermott Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Visalia, CA 93291
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.
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.
(559) 280-5756 View (559) 280-5756
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Sacred Space Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, BA
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93291  (Online Only)
Anxiety, depression, illness, feeling stuck, worry, fear, and other symptoms are the soul's attempt to point us in the right direction towards feeling fully alive. I am passionate about helping people heal from their past experiences or repetitive patterns which no longer serve a purpose and distance them from their authentic selves. I help people who are healing from Lyme and /or coinfections, mold, or environmental toxins.
Anxiety, depression, illness, feeling stuck, worry, fear, and other symptoms are the soul's attempt to point us in the right direction towards feeling fully alive. I am passionate about helping people heal from their past experiences or repetitive patterns which no longer serve a purpose and distance them from their authentic selves. I help people who are healing from Lyme and /or coinfections, mold, or environmental toxins.
(559) 884-5817 View (559) 884-5817
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Brenda Kasaty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93292
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 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.
(209) 682-0310 View (209) 682-0310
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Footsteps Children & Family Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Visalia, CA 93277
Footsteps is made up of skilled multicultural behavioral health professionals who are dedicated to the service of others and helping each unique individual reach their fullest potential. We partner with you to develop the skills needed to succeed.
Footsteps is made up of skilled multicultural behavioral health professionals who are dedicated to the service of others and helping each unique individual reach their fullest potential. We partner with you to develop the skills needed to succeed.
(559) 399-0237 View (559) 399-0237
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Tirian Ann Klein
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93277
I believe in the hope and possibilities for change in every individual. Profound change and transformation in our lives takes place when we lean into our vulnerability in an environment which is safe, full of genuine concern, empathy, compassion and connection. I work to provide this for every client.
I believe in the hope and possibilities for change in every individual. Profound change and transformation in our lives takes place when we lean into our vulnerability in an environment which is safe, full of genuine concern, empathy, compassion and connection. I work to provide this for every client.
(559) 634-3154 View (559) 634-3154
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Debra Hadden
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93292
I am a California-licensed psychologist with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I have extensive experience treating stress, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, trauma, and somatic illness, and is an expert on bio-psycho-social functioning. I work with individuals and families struggling with chronic mental and physical conditions that challenge health, well-being, work-life balance, and daily functioning. I am adept at working within multiple cultures with great sensitivity.
I am a California-licensed psychologist with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I have extensive experience treating stress, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, trauma, and somatic illness, and is an expert on bio-psycho-social functioning. I work with individuals and families struggling with chronic mental and physical conditions that challenge health, well-being, work-life balance, and daily functioning. I am adept at working within multiple cultures with great sensitivity.
(415) 429-7761 View (415) 429-7761

Online Therapists

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Susan L Holley Phd
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Tehachapi, CA 93561  (Online Only)
Hello. Welcome to my section. I have enjoyed helping individuals and families for many years in the sunny Antelope Valley. I work with people who are struggling with mood swings, anxieties or who are just feeling stuck. I use many treatment modalities such as assessment testing, relaxation techniques (and hypnotherapy), family systems, behavioral strategies and cognitive behavioral therapies (based on each client's need). To find your "out-of-pocket" share please contact your insurance company.
Hello. Welcome to my section. I have enjoyed helping individuals and families for many years in the sunny Antelope Valley. I work with people who are struggling with mood swings, anxieties or who are just feeling stuck. I use many treatment modalities such as assessment testing, relaxation techniques (and hypnotherapy), family systems, behavioral strategies and cognitive behavioral therapies (based on each client's need). To find your "out-of-pocket" share please contact your insurance company.
(661) 418-5965 View (661) 418-5965
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Gina M Keller
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93711
I see therapy as a journey towards an authentic and meaningful life. There are many reasons to use therapy as a tool to move your life onto its best course. Often a crisis forces your hand and you know you can't take the next steps alone. Any major life change in family, relationships, work, or health could be the reason for seeking help. Therapy may also be the right choice when long-standing feelings of anxiety, unhappiness or shame have blocked your path. When our work together ends you will have confidence that your life is in healthy balance.
I see therapy as a journey towards an authentic and meaningful life. There are many reasons to use therapy as a tool to move your life onto its best course. Often a crisis forces your hand and you know you can't take the next steps alone. Any major life change in family, relationships, work, or health could be the reason for seeking help. Therapy may also be the right choice when long-standing feelings of anxiety, unhappiness or shame have blocked your path. When our work together ends you will have confidence that your life is in healthy balance.
(559) 399-0082 View (559) 399-0082
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A Center for Growth - Peter Seimas, Ph.D.
Pastoral Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Clovis, CA 93619
Pastoral Counselor: Pastoral Marriage and Family Counselor, & Certified Conflict Resolution Mediator, Ph.D. in Pastoral Counseling - Atlantic Coast Seminary, Ph.D. in Theology - Atlantic Coast Seminary, MA in Counseling Psychology Marriage and Family Therapy - University of San Francisco, MDiv - St. Patrick’s Seminary & University, BA in Business Management - San Jose State University, Clinical Pastoral Counseling Training (CPE) - Stanford University Hospital and Clinics Conflict Resolution Mediation Certification - National Conflict Resolution Center Sex Addiction Training - American Association for Sex Addiction Therapy (AASAT).
Pastoral Counselor: Pastoral Marriage and Family Counselor, & Certified Conflict Resolution Mediator, Ph.D. in Pastoral Counseling - Atlantic Coast Seminary, Ph.D. in Theology - Atlantic Coast Seminary, MA in Counseling Psychology Marriage and Family Therapy - University of San Francisco, MDiv - St. Patrick’s Seminary & University, BA in Business Management - San Jose State University, Clinical Pastoral Counseling Training (CPE) - Stanford University Hospital and Clinics Conflict Resolution Mediation Certification - National Conflict Resolution Center Sex Addiction Training - American Association for Sex Addiction Therapy (AASAT).
(408) 590-5847 View (408) 590-5847
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Kim Martinez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93720
It is my focus as a therapist to create a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment that allows for personal discovery and self growth. We can work together to identify your goals and address the emotional and behavioral challenges you may be facing. My approach to therapy is tailored to your needs and may include mindfulness, Brainspotting, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution Focused interventions.
It is my focus as a therapist to create a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment that allows for personal discovery and self growth. We can work together to identify your goals and address the emotional and behavioral challenges you may be facing. My approach to therapy is tailored to your needs and may include mindfulness, Brainspotting, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution Focused interventions.
(559) 234-0421 View (559) 234-0421
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Laurie Lynn Koenig, Psy.D. Licensed Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Accepting new clients.
Accepting new clients.
(850) 918-8492 View (850) 918-8492
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Vianney Luis Quero
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Merced, CA 95348
I’m a bilingual (English - Spanish) immigrant, and as such, I have got my share of challenging experiences. Life has provided me with great opportunities to build skills, develop and practice compassion, and break stigma. My therapeutic style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, and compassion. In therapy, I incorporate concrete coping strategies while providing a safe, and supportive environment.
I’m a bilingual (English - Spanish) immigrant, and as such, I have got my share of challenging experiences. Life has provided me with great opportunities to build skills, develop and practice compassion, and break stigma. My therapeutic style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, and compassion. In therapy, I incorporate concrete coping strategies while providing a safe, and supportive environment.
(209) 270-6040 View (209) 270-6040
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Katy Trotta
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Stressed? Burned out? Anxious? Depressed? Overwhelmed by the world? Difficulty communicating? Feeling disconnected from your partner or yourself? The world is a crazy messy place sometimes (especially lately). Our past and current circumstances often create a difficult place to be in our thoughts and our feelings and we often can feel “stuck” in our current circumstances. Some of us carry really heavy burdens and keep on a brave face for those around us because for a lot of reasons like our jobs, roles at home, family, friends, keeping up with the Joneses, you name it!
Stressed? Burned out? Anxious? Depressed? Overwhelmed by the world? Difficulty communicating? Feeling disconnected from your partner or yourself? The world is a crazy messy place sometimes (especially lately). Our past and current circumstances often create a difficult place to be in our thoughts and our feelings and we often can feel “stuck” in our current circumstances. Some of us carry really heavy burdens and keep on a brave face for those around us because for a lot of reasons like our jobs, roles at home, family, friends, keeping up with the Joneses, you name it!
(805) 549-4159 View (805) 549-4159
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Agnieszka Medina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atascadero, CA 93422
Do you feel lost, hurt, and misunderstood? Does your life seem overwhelming and confusing? My purpose and my passion are to help you improve your quality of life. You have already made a step towards healing by considering help. I’d like to accompany you on this journey to a point where you feel more content, balanced, and grounded. You deserve to experience more joy and satisfaction in life.
Do you feel lost, hurt, and misunderstood? Does your life seem overwhelming and confusing? My purpose and my passion are to help you improve your quality of life. You have already made a step towards healing by considering help. I’d like to accompany you on this journey to a point where you feel more content, balanced, and grounded. You deserve to experience more joy and satisfaction in life.
(805) 380-3939 View (805) 380-3939
Women's Issues Therapists

How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?

Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?

Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.