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Derrick Wright

(he/him)

Derrick Wright, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
6 years of experience
Challenging
Direct
Warm
Virtual
Hello, I am licensed in California, Illinois, and Missouri with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping teens, adults, couples, families, veterans, and military personnel with stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of shame, blame, or judgment. You are encouraged to take the first step to seek a more fulfilling and happier life, it takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. Professional experience and additional areas of focus: Adoption and Foster Care, Cancer, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Impulsivity, Men's Issues, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood Disorders, Multicultural Concerns, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Post-traumatic Stress, Self-Harm, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexuality, Young Adult Issues Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Keith McCourtney

(he/him)

Keith McCourtney, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LMFT
19 years of experience
Authentic
Direct
Solution oriented
Virtual
I have been a licensed therapist for 19 years. I believe the most important part of therapy is the therapeutic relationship. The therapeutic relationship is formed in a collaboration between myself and my clients in an environment of mutual acceptance and respect. In addition to my education, training and experience as a therapist I rely on my innate skills as an active listener, my good memory and genuine caring to guide me in my approach to therapy.

Bernadette Wood

(she/her)

Bernadette Wood, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
3 years of experience
Warm
Open-minded
Empowering
Virtual
As mentioned before, I was a CPS Social Worker before I was a therapist. Both of my degrees are in Social Work. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and hold licenses in California, Washington, and Oregon. I am very responsive, and your story matters to me. I have been practicing for 3 years. I assist clients ages 12 and older who are struggling with their mental health.

Daniel Hernandez, Sr. LCSW-S, CIMHP, CCTP, CCATP, CSTIP, CPLC

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Daniel Hernandez, Sr. LCSW-S, CIMHP, CCTP, CCATP, CSTIP, CPLC, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
26 years of experience
Empowering
Authentic
Solution oriented
Virtual
Mr. Daniel Hernandez, LCSW-S has experienced enormous success helping his clients in his 35-year career in the human services field. He has seen tens of thousands of clients in practice. He is also a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP), which allows him to discuss the impact of nutrition, diet, and detoxification as it relates to one's mental health. He also had credentials as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). Mr. Hernandez specializes in inspiring empowerment within people who have suffered trauma, grief & loss, and domestic violence to move forward with the rest of their lives. He also specializes in helping people to develop anger management mastery and serves as a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional (CSTIP), which supports one's sexual health goals. Mr. Hernandez often uses a mental-spiritual empowerment approach to help his clients develop the necessary skill of inner healing. Mr. Hernandez is a licensed clinical social worker-supervisor in Texas and has an LCSW in California, Arizona, Utah, Nevada, and is authorized to conduct teletherapy in Florida. He has 26 years’ experience as a master-level clinician. Mr. Hernandez completed his professional training as a master social worker from Our Lady of the Lake University in 1998 and his bachelor’s was earned from St. Mary’s University in social studies in 1988, both schools are located in San Antonio, Texas. Mr. Hernandez has been married 29 years and has two adult children. He loves traveling for the enjoyment of nature and culture with his family and friends. He also loves spending time with people he meets and learns from everybody.

Ashley Holmes

Ashley Holmes , LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LMFT
4 years of experience
Virtual
My name is Ashley and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist. I graduated with my Masters in Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2021 but have been working in the field as a Clinical Therapist since 2020. I have worked with various populations including Individuals, Children & Adolescents, Couples and Families. I help clients by coming from a non judgmental, supportive and empathetic, and relatable down to earth approach. I like to meet my clients where they are at and allow them to help me guide them by providing a space they feel comfortable to open up and be themselves in.

Shardae L. Collins, LICSW

(she/her)

Shardae L. Collins, LICSW, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
7 years of experience
Open-minded
Warm
Empowering
Virtual
Hi there, My name is Shardae Collins. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of California, Washington, Nevada, and Massachusetts. I have over a decade of experience working with individuals and families with various needs in the field of education, health, and social services. For the past 6 years, I've worked with individuals across the lifespan as a Clinical Social Worker providing therapeutic case management and individual therapy. In particular, I have worked with veterans, transitional-age youth, children and families experiencing crisis and trauma. I hold a Master of Arts degree in the field of Social Welfare from the University of California Los Angeles. I also hold a Master of Arts & Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology with an emphasis on inequalities and diversities from California State University of Los Angeles. I have held numerous positions as an adjunct professor of sociology, senior research assistant, and as clinical Social worker.

sharzad kaviani

(she/her)

sharzad kaviani, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LMFT
15 years of experience
Virtual
Are you struggling with balancing the demands of everyday life? Do you or a member of your family feel overwhelmed with feelings of anxiety, depression, isolation or an inability to connect? Do you long for a sense of intimacy, community and overall well being? Step by step I will guide you in navigating obstacles while developing compassion and trust in yourself. I will assist you in learning how to build connections that feel genuine and reciprocal. If you feel prepared to take on these challenges an learn new coping strategies for a more meaningful, calm and mindful life, contact me and we can begin this journey together. For the past 15 years I have worked with teens, adults and families providing client centered therapeutic services. I personally model my treatment to the individual and work collaboratively with clients based on their personal and treatment goals. Reaching out for help can feel daunting. However, once you decide to take on the challenge for self-improvement and life betterment the rewards are endless. Please contact me for a complimentary telephone consultation.

Anastasiya Ekpo

(she/her)

Anastasiya Ekpo, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
3 years of experience
Virtual
Hello, my name is Anastasiya and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I received my Masters from California State University of San Bernardino and have been practicing for 3 years. I meet my clients where they are at and work at their pace while helping create a personalized plan for them to achieve short-term and long-term goals. Life is not supposed to feel as hard as it does right now and I am here to help change that!

Carly Stern

(she/her)

Carly Stern, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
6 years of experience
Empowering
Authentic
Direct
Virtual
Hi! My name is Carly Stern, LCSW. I am excited to have the opportunity to support you on your journey. Currently, I am serving the wonderful populations in California. I am a full-time therapist and doctoral student. I enjoy hanging with my dog "Ygor," being outdoors, running, sci-fi and fantasy ANYTHING, video games, Comicon, reading, and spending time with friends and family. Since I was a young kid, I have been passionate about human behavior and relationships. Everyone has their journey in this field. Mine looks a little like a personal experience growing up with a parent who had a severe mental illness that no one knew much about. It never felt fair to me or my family. To put it plainly, we didn't understand how to provide support because no one else knew enough about mental illnesses either. Fast forward a couple of decades, and I've learned as much as I can to best support individuals and families. In my work and through my doctoral studies, it is my purpose to learn to bridge the gap in understanding how mental illness and addiction intersect and impact those suffering, including their families. I've worked in multiple prisons, VA programs, adolescent inpatient rehabs, adult inpatient rehabs, methadone clinics, and the foster system.

Jerome Scott,LMFT

(he/they)

Jerome Scott,LMFT, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LMFT
20 years of experience
Empowering
Intelligent
Authentic
Virtual
I have been licensed as Marriage Family Therapist since April 3,2003. My area of clinical practice has focused on addressing the underlining causes of anxiety, addiction and depressive disorders. In addition, I have acquired a fundamental understanding of crisis that affects the struggle involving martial relationships. As a Marriage Therapist, I have expertise in the utilization of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. It my clinical experience that if you can effectively change your thoughts process your life will radically change for the better.

LaShonda Hill

(she/her)

LaShonda Hill, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LMFT
8 years of experience
Authentic
Direct
Warm
Virtual
Hello, my name is LaShonda. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from a very small town in Georgia. However,I have lived in California since 2004. Prior to moving here I have lived in Washington state for 4 years. I joined the military at the dapper age of 18 and served my country for 13 years. I received a bachelor's in Legal Studies prior to leaving the military in 2012. After careful deliberation I decided that I no longer wanted to pursue a career in law and that I was more fascinated with human behavior. I then started a dual master's program in Counseling Psychology and Marriage and Family Therapy in San Diego, California. I received my masters in 2015 and decided to take a step further and obtain my PhD in marriage and family therapy, with an emphasis on military families. I am currently a PhD candidate a Northcentral university where I am within the process of completing research on military relationships. I am a certified clinical trauma professional, trained in Sex-trafficking, Post traumatic stress, CBT, DBT as well as clinical family trauma.

Melanie DeWerff

(she/her)

Melanie DeWerff, LPCC - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPCC
6 years of experience
Virtual
Eclectic, spiritually bent, and sacredly genuine. I utilize creativity and work from an embodied healing approach. I will lovingly challenge you; while lovingly supporting you. I want to help you connect to, and operate from, your True Self. Out of the box thinker; life does not fit in a box; therefore, therapy does not fit in a box. Connect to what a fulfilled life looks like for you; and, then how to live that life. Shedding of old patterns and transition into your genuine self. Also, offer energy work.

Kellie Gonzalez

(she/her)

Kellie Gonzalez, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LMFT
9 years of experience
Authentic
Warm
Open-minded
Virtual
Hi there and great job on taking that first step in considering if therapy is right for you. I invite you to come with me on a journey of your own choosing where we will walk together in darkness to find the light you’ve been seeking. Whether it’s life’s little annoying stressors or more complex issues, as a trauma survivor myself, I know firsthand what this is like and wouldn’t wish it on anyone. Whether you choose me or another therapist, make the choice to just give it a try. Sometimes all you need is another person to hold the light while you do the work you need to heal.

N'soroma James

(she/her)

N'soroma James, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
5 years of experience
Solution oriented
Authentic
Holistic
Virtual
I am a licensed psychotherapist in California, and I specialize in the examination of the human experience, with an emphasis in trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression disorders, and couple's therapy. I always strive to embody cultural humility, and I am proud to serve diverse clients of all backgrounds and walks of life. As a clinical therapist and cultural arts practitioner, I employ a unique artfulness to my style of therapy. I utilize traditional therapeutic modalities paired with mindfulness and meditation. I believe clients gain insight and answers to their challenges by exploring their inner-genius, and I am happy to serve as your trusted guide. Through clearly expressed goals and a commitment, one can be on the journey to self discovery, empowerment, mental wellness, and contentment. Under my therapeutic guidance, clients are empowered to create and embrace their own inner light. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes determination and a kind of "I am sick and tired of being sick and tired" type attitude, and I am proud of you for getting started! In the words of the late Bruce Lee, "What we are not changing, we are choosing". Let's work together and get your life on the path you truly envision for yourself.

April Jannise

(she/her)

April Jannise, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
28 years of experience
Virtual
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California. I received my Masters from the University of South Carolina in 1996 and have been practicing for 28 years. I have worked in a variety of settings, including outpatient, group homes and long-term inpatient units. I have been providing therapy through telehealth since 2013. I enjoy learning from people in all walks of life while helping them resolve their struggles and live their best lives.

Tosh Fritsch

Tosh Fritsch, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LMFT
25 years of experience
Direct
Authentic
Intelligent
Virtual
I have worked in private practice and the school systems providing Educationally Related Mental Health Services (ERMHS) for almost 25 years. During this time I founded a small business where my team and I provide these mental health services individually and in groups on-site to school districts all over Sonoma County, CA. I love working with children k-12 and their families. I have worked in non-public schools, public schools, and privately with at-risk youth and their families. This has been my passion my whole career. I have been married to my lovely wife for 18 years, together for 24 years and we have two beautiful children. Our son is 13 and our daughter is 10. I enjoy all things outdoors. I surfed competitively in my youth and I love mountain biking, snowboarding and anything that has to do with water, but my main love is spending time with my family.

KRISTY TURNER

(she/her)

KRISTY TURNER, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LMFT
20 years of experience
Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Virtual
Hi, I am Kristy. As a psychotherapist my approach to therapy for over the last 20 years with individuals, couples and families is rooted in some key elements including building a therapeutic relationship, uncovering unconscious processes, promoting self-reflection and insight, and facilitating emotional processing. As a psychotherapist while working with you, I am dedicated to helping you develop self-awareness, gain insight into your inner world, make lasting changes in your life and create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. By creating a safe and supportive environment I allow you to heal and help overcome challenges, develop healthier coping strategies and achieve therapeutic goals.

Charlie Aquilina

(he/him)

Charlie Aquilina, PsyD - California Psychologist at Grow Therapy
PsyD
9 years of experience
Solution oriented
Open-minded
Direct
Virtual
Hi there, I primarily work in substance use recovery (abstinence and harm reduction) and trauma recovery. I also have specialized training in treating anxiety, depression, and sleep issues/insomnia. My treatment orientation is based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy concepts, however the foundation of my early training was Psychodynamic. I have been trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, STAIR (Skills Training in Affective and Interpersonal Regulation), and Seeking Safety for trauma treatment. When treating anxiety, I take a CBT, or exposure approach with skill-building. For depression I utilize CBT concepts, or behavioral activation with skill-building. For sleep issues, I work with the CBT for insomnia treatment model. These are just a few examples of treatment approaches I utilize. I am relational focused, which to me means finding a plan that works best for you, practicing cultural humility and not trying to fit a round peg in a square hole. I look forward to working with you.

Madeleine Sayegh

(she/her)

Madeleine Sayegh, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LMFT
13 years of experience
Virtual
“My mission as a therapist is to create a compassionate culturally sensitive environment for my clients through my undivided attention and full support in order to promote safe expression, acceptance and guidance through life difficult moments”. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has strong counseling abilities and an understanding of interpersonal familial relationships. Therapy could be your first step to your journey toward finding your balance, happiness and feeling all the joy that life has to offer.

Liza Patchen

(she/her)

Liza Patchen, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
11 years of experience
Empowering
Solution oriented
Warm
Virtual
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida and Tennessee. I am trained in EMDR, MBSR, CBT, DBT modalities and apply an eclectic approach to therapy. My field of expertise is death and dying, traumatic experiences, as well as mood disorders. I graduated from Florida Atlantic University in 2014 with Masters's degree in Social Work, and continued to expand my knowledge base, as well as narrow the focus of my work. I am in private practice at this moment, which is located in Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. My Good Life Therapy is a vibrant practice with a focus on a whole person’s healing. Primarily, I see my clients virtually, however, in certain cases, I can make an exception and meet in person.

Trinh Reyes

(she/her)

Trinh Reyes, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
14 years of experience
Authentic
Empowering
Warm
Virtual
Hi, I'm Trinh. Have you ever found yourself standing at the crossroads of life, unsure of which path to take? Are doubts clouding your decisions, leaving you yearning for clarity? Does the weight of past experiences hold you back from moving forward? Life's transitions can be challenging, whether you're navigating parenthood, seeking meaningful connections, or feeling the pressure to conform to societal norms. But here's the truth: there's no one-size-fits-all solution for the journey ahead. That's where I come in. As your guide, we'll embark on a journey of exploration and growth. Together, we'll unravel the complexities, tap into your strengths, and carve a path that's uniquely yours. I aim to help you rediscover the clarity you seek and empower you to confidently move forward, embracing the challenges that come your way. If any of this resonates with you, know that you're not alone. Let's work together to create a brighter, more fulfilling future.

Darren Blatt

(he/him)

Darren Blatt, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LMFT
20 years of experience
Open-minded
Solution oriented
Warm
Virtual
Do you feel like you are going through life missing a part of yourself? Despite having gone through all the motions of growing up, you have somehow missed the part of finding fulfillment and meaning? I'm here to help you work through all of the things that get in your way of finding your identity and true connection. Whether it is hidden by anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, disordered eating, or relationship difficulties- we can work through it together in order find a sense of empowerment and peace within yourself, your relationships, and your life. I specialize in the treatment of developmental trauma, chronic trauma, and PTSD, as well as co-occurring disorders, including anxiety, depression, other mood disorders and high functioning autism spectrum disorder. I have experience working with clients in multiple levels of care including residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient treatment as well as outpatient private practice. My areas of specialty and expertise are in working with Children, Adolescents and Young Adults. I have extensive experience in crisis intervention, suicide prevention, severe trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, other mood disorders, family conflict and High Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have provided support for clients in a variety of settings, including residential treatment, community-based services, intensive in-home services, school-based services as well as private practice.

Samantha Sarwar

(she/her)

Samantha Sarwar, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
8 years of experience
Authentic
Warm
Solution oriented
Virtual
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Southern California and have been practicing for 8 years. I have experience assisting clients from many different backgrounds from eating disorders to anxiety/depression to trauma. Through my education and my experience, I have been able to implement different therapeutic modalities that have assisted my clients on their treatment journeys.

Chad Nelson

Chad Nelson, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LMFT
11 years of experience
Authentic
Solution oriented
Open-minded
Virtual
I am trained in providing Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Play therapy. I have extensive experience providing school-based therapy, working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. In addition, I help children and their families struggling with behavioral issues. My expertise focus on: Addiction ADHD Adoption Alcohol Use Anger Management Asperger's Syndrome Behavioral Issues Career Counseling Child Codependency Coping Skills Divorce Domestic Abuse Domestic Violence Drug Abuse Dual Diagnosis Education and Learning Disabilities Emotional Disturbance Family Conflict Grief Impulse Control Disorders Internet Addiction Life Transitions Men's Issues Mood Disorders Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Parenting Peer Relationships Personality Disorders Racial Identity Relationship Issues School Issues Self Esteem Self-Harming Sports Performance Stress Substance Use Suicidal Ideation Thinking Disorders Trauma and PTSD Video Game Addiction

Dr. Aline Smith

(she/her)

Dr. Aline Smith, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LMFT
37 years of experience
Warm
Authentic
Intelligent
Virtual
Hello I have 37-years of clinical experience including, trauma-informed therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Anger Management, Domestic Violence Intervention ,victims of sex and child abuse. Other areas of expertise include performing Immigration Evaluations, Marriage Annulments and evaluations for applicants for seminary studies. I am compassionate and empathetic. I am fluent in both English and Spanish.

Twana Curry

(she/her)

Twana Curry, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
28 years of experience
Empowering
Warm
Holistic
Virtual
Welcome! My name is Twana Curry. I am an LCSW in multiple states with over 20+ years experience. I'm glad you are here, this is the first step in a journey. Do you ever feel like something is missing. Are you looking to go deeper in your journey, wanting to find the calm and balance with your past, present and future? This is when we seek guidance, we may be experiencing chronic stress, pain, depression, anxiety, grief, or as of late feeling like this world is not something we recognize any longer. I believe we feel our best when we have balance in all aspects of our lives, When this balance is skewed we feel drained, fatigued and easily overwhelmed. My commitment to my clients is to walk beside you in your journey, finding your life balance. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, chronic pain, ADHD, trauma, multiple medical issues, chronic pain, and those that are struggling with everyday living, addressing the needs of your mind, body and spirit. I work with individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in Trauma, from bullying to combat PTSD, anxiety and depression. Issues that manifest when we don't process the emotional and physical pain we experience. I also work with couples who have experienced infidelity, sexual issues, infertility, or those that are going through divorce or loss of their relationship. I come from a holistic patient-centered approach, we work together on a multidimensional plan, using various therapeutic techniques such as CBT, DBT, EFT-Tapping and guided trauma work in books like " Safely Embodied", " Your a Bad Ass, and Codependency No More. I use many different techniques. I incorporate multiple approaches holistic medical and nutritional treatments. I stress to use each session as a springboard to process the new skills we discuss.