Evernorth Therapists in California

Finding a therapist who accepts Evernorth insurance can make mental health support more affordable and convenient. With 739 verified therapists in California who accept Evernorth insurance, you can filter by therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and supportive counseling to address issues like stress, anxiety, or relationship challenges. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist listed below is currently welcoming new clients and has availability within the next 30 days, ensuring you have timely access to quality care within your Evernorth insurance plan.

Availability updated: 8/18/2026

Often rebooked

Authentic
Empowering
Warm

Specialties

Mood Disorders
Substance Misuse
Trauma and PTSD
With over 7 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I am passionate about creating a safe space for individuals, families, and groups to explore and grow. My work is centered on building genuine connections and empowering people to make meaningful behavioral changes. I specialize in a variety of therapeutic approaches, including EMDR, CBT, DBT, and client-centered therapy, to support those who have experienced trauma and other challenges.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties

LGBTQ
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Phobias
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping individuals overcome anxiety and reclaim their lives from fear, uncertainty, and self-doubt. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), and related conditions such as Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs). My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based. I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can openly explore their challenges while developing practical skills to manage anxiety and build confidence. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and other proven therapeutic approaches tailored to each client's unique needs. I understand how overwhelming anxiety can feel and how much courage it takes to seek help. My goal is to empower clients to face their fears, reduce distress, and move toward a life that is guided by their values rather than their anxiety. Whether you are struggling with intrusive thoughts, excessive worry, appearance-related concerns, or compulsive behaviors, I am committed to helping you achieve meaningful and lasting change.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Grief
+3
Hi I’m Danyelle! I’m an LCSW (138632 ) located in the central valley of Northern California. I received my BA in Social Work with a minor in Psychology from the University of Portland in 2018 and my MSW from USC in 2023. I’ve worked in the mental health field for the past seven years and have experience treating individuals with a wide range of mental health and life struggles. My specialties include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life changes, and grief. Whether this is a new experience for you or you have been in therapy for years, I welcome anyone who is ready to work toward meaningful growth and lasting change.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties

Addiction
Bipolar Disorder
Life Transitions
After graduating university, I taught English in Japan and Vietnam for five years. I developed an empathetic patience and ability to work with people from different backgrounds than myself by living in foreign countries where I had no connection. Upon my return to the United States, I began applying my patience and people skills by working in the mental health field for the past ten years until becoming licensed as a therapist.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Grief
+7
Hello my name is Adrian Risher and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My path to therapy began with a deep interest in understanding people and the challenges we face in life. My journey has been about learning to walk alongside people-meeting them where they are, honoring their story and supporting them in building a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties

Addiction
Anger Management
Anxiety
I am a compassionate and experienced licensed clinical social worker committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard and understood. I use evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, solution-focused techniques, and strengths-based interventions. I support clients navigating anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship concerns, and life transitions while helping them develop healthier coping skills, build resilience, increase self-awareness, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties

Anger Management
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
+10
Hi, My name is Carol I have 40 years experience with the mentally ill at all levels I am very compassionate but I'm also tough I want you to Feel better as quickly as possible I'm very straightforward I will not lie to you I am World traveled and studied world cultures and world religions I have many personal life experiences I would be happy to Assist you And having a productive and happy life
Offers in-person in Desert Hot Springs, CA - Accepting clients in CAAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Trauma and PTSD
+10
My name is Ana Hernandez. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with three years of experience helping clients navigate life's most difficult moments. My approach is rooted in narrative therapy. I believe the stories we tell about ourselves shape how we experience the world, and the healing often begins with reshaping those stories. I specialize in trauma-informed care, creating a space where clients can feel genuinely heard and supported. My goal is to guide and join you through the process of healing and the development of goals to move forward.
Available
Solution oriented
Warm

Specialties

Coping Skills
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LICSW) in California and Massachusetts. I support individuals impacted by trauma, anxiety, and depression, helping them feel more grounded, understood, and empowered in their everyday lives. I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, or depression. My focus is to help you develop insight into your experiences and emotions while providing practical tools for lasting change.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
+10
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, I congratulate you on starting your journey. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in working with individuals who have anxiety, depression, trauma and difficulty with life transitions. My goal is to create a warm, safe place for you to learn skills to face life's challenges, and develop assertive communication and boundaries with yourself and those around you to improve your quality of life.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties

Career Counseling
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
+5
First, I want to congratulate you on taking the first step toward making a difference in your life. I know that for some, seeking therapy can be difficult, and I am honored to be considered your copilot on this journey. My name is SaQuoira, but you can call me Cora! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been working in the mental health field for the past 10 years, with the last 5 years focused on providing therapy. My goal for your treatment is for it to be client-focused, collaborative, and centered around you. Therapy is your space, and together we will identify your goals, explore what matters most to you, and work toward meaningful change. I consider myself a direct therapist. My approach is warm, genuine, and supportive, while also being honest and straightforward. I won’t simply tell you what you want to hear. I’ll encourage you to look at things from different perspectives, challenge patterns that may no longer be serving you, and celebrate your progress along the way.
Available
Empowering
Warm
Authentic

Specialties

ADHD
Child or Adolescent
Family Conflict
--- I have experience working with community based mental health agencies, managed care, and private practice. My passion is working with children and families. I believe that the family is an important institution to society, that needs to be preserved. I am sensitive to the clients perspective and I never prescribe or make recommendations that are in direct violation of the client culture, values or beliefs. My specialty areas include: trauma, child abuse, parenting issues , family therapy, coping with loss, play therapy, stress management and life transitions. I approach therapy from a client centered approach, focusing on validating the clients feelings displaying empathy, with a strong emphasis on the client being the expert.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Authentic
Intelligent

Specialties

Grief
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Hi, I'm Sarah, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and I'm so glad you're here. If you've been carrying the weight of anxiety, burnout, trauma, life transitions, or simply trying to hold everything together for everyone else, you don't have to do it alone. My approach is warm, genuine, and down-to-earth. I believe therapy should feel like a conversation where you can exhale, be fully yourself, and know you're accepted without judgment. Together, we'll build on your strengths, process what's been weighing you down, and help you move toward a life that feels more grounded, connected, and authentically yours. Outside of the therapy room, you'll usually find me cheering at a soccer game, trying a new recipe in the kitchen, or enjoying live music with family and friends. I believe healing happens through connection, and I strive to bring that same authentic, human approach into every session. I'm so glad you're here, and I'd be honored to be part of your journey.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Family Conflict
+10
Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with over 16 years of experience supporting teens, adults, couples, and families. My practice, which offers therapy in both English and Armenian, specializes in guiding clients through depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and complex life transitions. I am deeply passionate about this work and believe that everyone has the potential to heal and thrive—they just need a chance and someone to truly believe in them.
Available
Warm
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
+5
Hello, my name is Elena, which means “shining light.” I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been practicing since 2015, when I earned my Master’s in Social Work. Throughout my career, I have worked in a wide range of settings, including hospitals, mental health clinics, domestic violence shelters, foster care, addiction treatment centers, and jails. These diverse experiences have helped me discover what I value most in my work: making a meaningful difference in the lives of the people I serve. Whether I am supporting someone through depression, helping them manage anxiety, processing long-held trauma, or simply offering a safe space to be heard, I find deep fulfillment in walking alongside others on their healing journey. True to the meaning of my name, I strive to be a source of hope and light for those I meet, believing that even small moments of connection can create lasting change.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties

Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Women's Issues
+10
Hello! I love meeting people where they are, and helping them transition to their next best thing. Whether it be transitioning from college to adult life, or perimenopause ladies rocking into their next best self, I love being there to support when you're unsure and to reflect and help processing things that just making sense...yet! Transitions can make us anxious for trying something new, or depressed from letting something go. I am there as a calm and positive force for you to springboard into what's next, while honoring and holding on to what still is a part of the YOU you are growing into!
Available
Warm
Open-minded
Holistic

Specialties

Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
Women's Issues
+7
My name is Claudia, and I’ve been working in the helping field for over 14 years. For the past seven years as a therapist, I’ve had the privilege of supporting families, adults, teens, and children through life’s many transitions. I bring a kind, eclectic approach to my work, tailoring therapy to meet each person where they are. My goal is to walk alongside you as you create a meaningful and fulfilling life that aligns with your values.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Empowering
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
Depression
Hello! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 15 years of dedicated experience, my passion lies in providing comprehensive support to individuals across all stages of life, with a specialized focus on children, families, and adults. Through a deeply rooted commitment to fostering emotional well-being, I have honed my skills in navigating complex emotional landscapes and empowering clients to overcome challenges. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where individuals can explore their emotions, build resilience, and achieve meaningful growth. My extensive experience equips me with a wealth of knowledge and insight, enabling me to tailor interventions that address the unique needs of each individual and family I work with. I am dedicated to facilitating positive change and fostering holistic well-being, and I am excited to embark on this journey of support and transformation with you.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Authentic
Empowering
Warm

Specialties

Anxiety
Spirituality
Women's Issues
+10
I have been a therapist for 19 years and I love my job! I love connecting with women who want to level up and let go of what is no longer serving them. I believe in empowering you with tools and resources so that the work with me is intentional, targeted, and short-term. I have a spiritual orientation and work with my clients holistically, meaning mind, body, and spirit. If you are open to energy work, then we may be a good fit.
Available
Authentic
Direct

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Substance Misuse
+5
My name is Javi Gonzalez, and I am a Hispanic therapist originally from Mexico. My personal and professional background has shaped the way I connect with clients, especially men from the Latino/Hispanic community who are navigating addiction, depression, cultural identity, family expectations, relationship conflict, anxiety, and stress. I understand that many Latino men are taught to stay strong, keep problems private, and carry emotional pain alone. In therapy, I work to create a space where clients can be honest without feeling judged. My style is direct, respectful, practical, and compassionate. I believe clients deserve both support and honest feedback as they work toward meaningful change and resolve your problems. My own life experiences have given me a deep respect for resilience, survival, and the effort it takes to build a different future. I know that issues like poverty, cultural pressure, family responsibility, community violence, immigration experiences, and addiction can deeply affect how a person sees themselves and relates to others. I help clients identify unhealthy patterns, develop better coping skills, improve communication, and build healthier relationships with themselves, their partners, and their families. I especially enjoy working with Spanish-speaking clients who want therapy that feels culturally familiar, honest, and focused on real-life progress. My goal is to help clients feel understood, take responsibility for change, and move toward a more stable, healthy, and meaningful life.
Available
Authentic
Humorous
Open-minded

Specialties

Anxiety
Life Transitions
Substance Misuse
+2
Hello I'm Sonja — a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in California. My path to this work wasn't a straight line and I think that makes me a better clinician. I started with a career in corrections in Arkansas, where I learned early on how to connect with people in difficult circumstances without judgment. That experience shaped how I show up in the therapy room to this day. I transitioned into mental health as a psychiatric technician, working directly with all age groups across inpatient and community settings; providing direct care, facilitating group therapy, and delivering individual therapy during my internship and later as a registered clinician with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. By the time I became fully licensed, I had accumulated nearly a decade of real-world clinical experience across some of the most demanding settings in behavioral health..
Available
Warm
Open-minded
Authentic

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Women's Issues
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to helping in navigate life’s transitions with strength and resilience. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and practical I use evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Emotional Focus Therapy (EFT) while honoring the unique story and needs of each client. I believe healing happens when we create a safe space for growth, and my goal is to empower you to build healthier relationships with yourself and others.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Mood Disorders
+3
Hello...I am Dr. Taulbee. We all have a "story". And I want to hear yours. I hear the heartbeat of what you tell me and what you leave unsaid. My task is to help you feel comfortable so that you can voice what it is that concerns you about hurts, habits, and hang-ups that are leftovers, I call them, from growing up....and how that impacts you today. Even people from the best of families have what I call "unfinished business" that goes back to family of origin "stuff". My training and experience have shown me that until we deal with it, we can't live fully abundant lives. So, I look forward to hearing you and knowing your story, so that you are free to choose love and be loved , and to forgive people who have hurt you in the way God intended from the beginning.
Available
Open-minded
Authentic
Challenging

Specialties

Anxiety
Men's Issues
Racism
+10
Hello, I am Marco, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 8 years of experience supporting clients from all backgrounds. My areas of focus include men's issues, anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, and psychotic disorders. I believe the most effective therapy is rooted in authenticity and mutual respect. My approach is collaborative and direct; I provide a safe, honest space to explore your challenges, focusing on practical truths rather than avoidance.
Available
Open-minded
Authentic
Solution oriented

Specialties

First Responders/Healthcare Workers
Health/Medical Issues
Mood Disorders
+10
Welcome to my profile. I hope it will help you find a therapist who is a good fit for you. My name is Jon. I have 28 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned my MA in Counseling Psychology with a specialization in Holistic Studies in 2002 and have been a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 2009. Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a dishwasher, forklift driver, small business manager, and completed an internship with the United Nations. I have lived and worked overseas and across the United States, collaborating with people from many different backgrounds. Like many, I have faced cancer and other significant life challenges. I went back to college later in life because I wanted to help young people and their families build better futures. I chose a holistic approach because I believe in working with the whole person — mind, body, feelings, relationships, history, and spirit. I spent 15 years supporting youth experiencing significant emotional and behavioral challenges and their families. I also worked with adults in community settings. For the last 13 years, my primary work has been with incarcerated adults. These experiences have taught me about shame, redemption, resilience, and dignity. I have witnessed people at their lowest points and seen their remarkable capacity to change, heal, and rebuild. All of this has convinced me that people are always more than the labels they carry or the worst things they have experienced. I believe every person is worthy of being heard and treated with dignity and respect — and that change, growth, and transformation are possible for everyone.
Available
Warm
Authentic
Humorous

Specialties

Depression
Grief
Mood Disorders
+7
I am a caring and empathetic therapist with thirty years of experience working in county mental health. You may feel weighted down by depression, grieving a significant loss, or struggling to adjust to a major life change. Perhaps you feel exhausted, unmotivated, disconnected from others or unsure of how to move forward. You may also experience significant changes in your mood that make it difficult to feel stable or like yourself. I provide warm, compassionate therapy for adults experiencing depression, grief, life transitions, anxiety and other mood related concerns. Together we will work to understand what you are experiencing, strengthen your ability to cope and identify realistic steps towards feeling more stable, connected and hopeful.
Available
Warm
Empowering
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
+7
Seeking therapy is a courageous first step toward healing. You deserve to feel seen and supported. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, grief, and the lasting effects of difficult experiences. I offer a warm, supportive, therapeutic partnership where you can feel understood and empowered to make meaningful change. I have been practicing for 7 years and while I currently provide Telehealth services, I have experience working across a variety of settings including community mental health agencies, within school systems, and in group practice, which has given me the gift of working with individuals from many different walks of life. My approach is integrative and strengths-based, meaning I consider how your thoughts, emotions, relationships, and life experiences are interconnected while drawing from approaches including CBT, IFS, attachment theory, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care to help you build insight, develop practical tools, and create lasting change. I believe healing happens within a strong therapeutic relationship, and together we’ll build practical tools, deepen self-understanding, and work toward the goals that matter most to you in a way that feels authentic and sustainable.
Available
Solution oriented
Intelligent
Authentic

Specialties

ADHD
Anger Management
Anxiety
+3
Hi! I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist based in California. I have worked in the mental health field for over 15 years and received my Ph.D. from Walden University in 2021. I specialize in helping children and adolescents with a variety of mental health conditions including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, stress, and anger. I also have extensive experience working with parents of children with ADHD.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Direct
Intelligent

Specialties

Coping Skills
Family Therapy
Serious Mental Illness
+10
Hello! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my master's graduate training from Phillips Graduate University and have been practicing for the past 20 years. I am here to join you on your recovery path to heal from what life challenges brings us. The hardest journey is the one you take from your head to your heart. The Healing Journey is found in the path leading back from your heart to your head. Your wellness is found in the continuous flow of honouring both your thoughts and feelings.
VirtualAvailable
Solution oriented
Empowering
Warm

Specialties

Anxiety
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
+4
Hi, I am a licensed therapist specializing in anxiety, relationship challenges, and emotional intensity. I am trained in evidence-based approaches including CBT, EFT, and DBT-informed care, and I integrate Certified Trauma Stabilization (TIST) to support clients in building safety, regulation, and deeper self-understanding. My approach is collaborative, direct, and focused on helping you break unhelpful patterns, strengthen relationships, and feel more grounded and in control of your life.
Available

Often rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Coping Skills
Depression
Life Transitions
+10
There is always a path beyond what you're suffering now. For 35 years I've been privileged to help people like you look at their lives. I've helped them find ways to directly look at the pain, fear, anger, shame, depression, trauma, and other things that feel overwhelming. Most importantly, I've helped people move beyond today's focus on pain and struggle to discover new ways to manage their lives, to suffer less, to feel more space, trust, and aliveness.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Open-minded
Authentic

Specialties

Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Self Esteem
+6
Hi there! My name is Laura, and it’s a pleasure to meet you. I’m a marriage and family therapist based in California. I’ve been practicing for over a decade now and earned my master’s degree from St. Mary’s College in Moraga, California. Taking the first step towards improving your mental health is the most empowering thing you can do for yourself. Counseling may seem intimidating at first, but it’s an incredibly rewarding experience. I create a safe and welcoming space where you can explore your concerns about anxiety, depression, and self-care. My goal is to help you develop assertive communication and boundaries with yourself and others, which can significantly improve your quality of life. Counseling can be a powerful tool for personal growth and help you build the life you truly deserve. If that’s what you’re looking for, I’m here to support you whenever you’re ready to share.
VirtualOffers in-person in Pleasant Hill, CA - Accepting clients in CAAvailable

Often rebooked

Warm
Intelligent
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
+4
Hey everyone, my name is Thomas! I am an LCSW with over 5 years experience working with clients. I work with adults and couples navigating self-worth issues and relationship patterns rooted in past or present wounds. My approach is depth-oriented, relational, and focused on real change—not just insight. Clients often come seeking relief, clarity, and a more secure sense of self and connection.
Offers in-person in San Diego, CA - Accepting clients in CAAvailable
Warm
Solution oriented
Authentic

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Perinatal Mental Health
+4
Hi there, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 7+ years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and perinatal mental health challenges. My professional experience includes working with diverse populations, including expectant and new parents, adults experiencing homelessness, and older adults. Women's mental health, pregnancy, and postpartum wellness are areas I am especially passionate about. I spent many years supporting families throughout pregnancy and the postpartum period in a hospital setting and am certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International. I earned my degree from California State University, Northridge, and have been licensed since 2019.
Available
Warm
Authentic
Open-minded

Specialties

Anxiety
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
+2
Hi, I'm Vanessa Mann, LCSW. I aim to help adults navigate anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions. As a therapist and human, I hope that you feel warm, compassionate, and collaborative support as we work together. Our collaboration will work to guide you into a better understanding your experiences, build on your strengths, reconnect with yourself, and create meaningful, lasting change that aligns with your values.
Available
Authentic
Warm
Open-minded

Specialties

Mood Disorders
Serious Mental Illness
Substance Misuse
+9
Hi, I’m a former college educator that pursued a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology to be able to work with people in a more personal and direct way. In addition to clinical work, I taught college English, received a MA in Cultural Studies and pursued a PhD in English and New Media. I feel that this gives my clinical work a good cultural foundation. I understand people as coming from complex family, relational, economic and cultural backgrounds. I’m also aware of how media, images and messaging can affect our daily lives and experiences.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Humorous

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQ
+6
Hello, I'm Julie Addison. I come to you with 25+ years of mental health experience. We all need support sometimes and I am happy to collaborate with you to determine where you want to go. I'm anchored from a strength based model, which focuses on your talents or innate, best parts of who you are versus a negative side yourself (looking at you, Instagram). I believe in realness, self discovery and change. Please take care!
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Empowering
Open-minded

Specialties

Addiction
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
+9
I am a warm, supportive, and client‑centered therapist dedicated to creating a compassionate space where you can explore your experiences with comfort and confidence. My style is friendly, natural, and humanistic. I strive to meet each person with genuine care, curiosity, and respect for their unique story. I am attentive to learning about your needs, your history, and what feels most important to you right now. Whether you are facing a difficult life transition or navigating complex emotions, I am here to help you clarify your choices, understand your internal world, and move toward the life you want with greater confidence and ease. • I provide a calm, accepting environment where you can process openly and without judgment. • I approach therapy with positivity and authenticity, allowing sessions to feel grounded, human, and collaborative. • I focus on developing a meaningful therapeutic relationship, one that honors your individuality and supports your personal goals. • Together, we work at a pace that feels safe, intentional, and empowering for you. My aim is not only to support you through life’s challenges but also to help you grow, heal, and reconnect with your strengths.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
+4
I’m Monica Gutierrez, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) working with clients from California. Life can be full of ups and downs I'm here to help you navigate through the good times and difficult parts of life. I enjoy being a support to my clients during this journey of self-discovery and healing. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationships, and work stressors. I have worked with couples, children and individuals during my career as a therapist.
Available

Often rebooked

Solution oriented
Empowering
Warm

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+4
One of my biggest passions is helping others overcome problems and giving back in a way I was helped. I’m a licensed therapist specializing in ISTDP, helping adults overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction by quickly identifying and resolving the emotional patterns that drive symptoms. I offer compassionate, focused sessions that help you access core feelings, reduce distress, and build more effective ways of coping and relating.
Available
Authentic
Empowering
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
+3
Hi, my name is Bjorn! In my practice I focus on helping my clients overcome obstacles to a healthier life by creating a safe, supportive therapeutic relationship. Therapy can go in many directions, but I primarily focus on helping clients to identify specific needs that they have, process difficult feelings, psychoeducation, realizing important goals for growth and how to achieve them. In the therapeutic process I share many tools to help with healing including awareness practices, cognitive behavioral therapy, personality work, psychoeducation, and somatic therapy.
Available
Challenging
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Self Esteem
+7
Do you often feel overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts about the past or future, or overly critical of yourself? You don’t have to navigate this alone. I work with ambitious adults who want to regain control, find balance, and move forward with confidence. Together, we can explore strategies to manage stress, build resilience, and create positive change in your life.
Available
Authentic
Solution oriented
Warm

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+5
Greetings! My name is Carrie McElwee and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, in California. I believe in meeting the client where they are and creating a safe space for each client to feel empowered as positive change occurs, judgement-free and unapologetically. My mission is to promote mental health services through prevention, education, and interventions. I have in my professional career integrated humor, compassion, empathy, and realness. I am trained in using various evidence-based practices.
VirtualOffers in-person in Long Beach, CA - Accepting clients in CAAvailable
Warm
Humorous
Intelligent

Specialties

Addiction
Child or Adolescent
Trauma and PTSD
+6
I love connecting with my clients so we can work together to find what is going to be most effective in bringing you to where you want to be. Everyone has a unique perspective and their own way of seeing the world and the people in it. As your therapist, it is important for me to know you and for you to feel comfortable. Therapy isn't one size fits all and I strive to make sure this process is tailored to you and your needs.
VirtualOffers in-person in Newport Beach, CA - Accepting clients in CAAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Substance Misuse
Hi there! I’m so glad you’re here. I know it's a big step to reach out for support, and I’m honored you’re considering me to walk alongside you on this path. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide an interactive and inquisitive space where we can explore the patterns that may be holding you back from reaching your full potential.
Available
Authentic
Direct
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+1
I take a strength based approach to therapy, focusing on the strengths, values, and resilience you already have rather than only on problems. Together, we build on what is working to help you navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change. This approach supports growth that feels both practical and personally aligned with who you are and your goals.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Direct
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Men's Issues
Trauma and PTSD
+9
My career as a classroom teacher, assistant principal and university professor served me well in my current practice as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I earned my Doctorate in Education/Ed.D. from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL. As a university professor, I became the Multiple Subject Program Director, Graduate Reading Director, and Supervisor of Student Teachers with both national and international publications.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Open-minded
Intelligent

Specialties

Coping Skills
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
+7
I have been a social worker since 2006 and decided to start my private practice in the midst of the pandemic as stress levels rose from fear, job changes, financial issues, child/eldercare, relationship issues, racial injustices, air quality, displacement by the wildfires, climate change, the list goes on. I thought it was a crucial time to offer support and will continue to do so.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Empowering
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Anxiety
Depression
Women's Issues
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I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. My passion for counseling started in 6th grade where I was nominated to be a peer counselor and I saw the power of how communication, active reflective listening and conflict resolution could shift relationships. I grew up in a chaotic household and studying psychology helped me to develop compassion, empathy and understanding where there was profound pain. My own experience with trauma, depression and anxiety helps me to understand clients from a lived perspective.
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Authentic
Intelligent

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
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Maxine L. Kibble LMFT, MA, PsyD Candidate I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, Connecticut, and Utah. I have a Bachelor of Science in Education and Dance Therapy from New York University. I have two master's degrees: one in marriage and family counseling from the University of Phoenix and a second master's in clinical psychology from Alliant International University, California School of Professional Psychology. I am enrolled in the PsyD doctoral program at California Southern University and am scheduled to graduate in 05/2025. I have 23 years of experience as an educator, counselor, career counselor, and researcher in psychology. As a licensed MFT therapist, my expertise is in the areas of substance abuse, prison populations, AB109s (felons)/290s (sex offenders), anger management, domestic violence, career counseling, and parenting supervision. In addition to individual, couples, and family counseling, I have experience with specific populations, such as transgender and LGBTQ, with a particular cultural emphasis on identity formation. I have worked closely with psychiatrists regarding members who require medication management and assessments, diagnosing and creating for those individuals, couples, and family's treatment plans counseling services. My clientele ranges from 6 to 75 years of age, and my therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, Narrative therapy, and Supportive therapy. My foundation and belief system are based on being culturally sensitive when working with all clients to understand how they see their presenting problem within the context of their culture.
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Frequently asked questions

When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in California. We want you to find the best fit, therefore, Grow Therapy shows available therapists across California from San Francisco to San Diego! If you’d rather see someone in-person, you can change the filter from virtual and find a therapist near you in California.

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The specialty filter is optional. You don’t need to check any boxes to see a provider. However, fit is very important when selecting an online therapist. If you have knowledge or experience to recognize what specialties you may need.

Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.

Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.