Therapists in California
Find the best therapist in California for your needs on Grow Therapy. With 384 verified therapists in California, you can connect with licensed professionals who are currently accepting new patients. Grow Therapy verifies and credentials each California therapist to ensure they are active, available, and aligned with your needs. Whether you’re seeking support for family conflicts, grief, life transitions, California’s therapists offer compassionate, personalized care tailored to your unique circumstances.
Availability updated: 7/1/2025
Emily Zavala-Aguilar
(she/her)
$175/session
LMFT
3 years of experience
Virtual
Welcome! I’m Emily. I am a licensed psychotherapist working in the Sacramento area. My therapy practice welcomes children, adolescents, adults, and families. I operate from the framework that through our shared humanity, we can find connection, understanding, and healing. As a humanistic and psychodynamic therapist, my practice emphasizes genuineness, self-discovery, and uncovering unconscious behaviors and patterns within a non-judgmental and empathic space
Nelida Padron
(she/her)
$225/session
LCSW
14 years of experience
Virtual
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, I help teens and young adults work through challenges like anxiety, depression, and life changes. My focus is on supporting you to overcome what's holding you back so you can feel more confident and inspired in your daily life.
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Ligia Orellana
(she/her)
Frequently rebooked
$150/session
LMFT
8 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, I’m Ligia, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist helping adults in California heal from guilt, shame, and anxiety to feel more at peace with themselves. Together, we’ll create a safe space to explore your emotions, untangle family and cultural pressures, and support you in living more authentically.
Matthew Tapia
(he/him)
Frequently rebooked
$200/session
LMFT
12 years of experience
Virtual
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, I help adults work through challenges like anxiety, depression, and relationship issues using approaches like ACT and CBT. I believe in collaborating with you so we can find hope and relief together.
Gabriella Cuaderes
(she/her)
Frequently rebooked
$185/session
LCSW
8 years of experience
Virtual
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, I help adults, children, and elders work through trauma, build coping skills, and find healing in supportive, affirming spaces. My approach is trauma-informed and strength-based, using methods like EMDR to support your unique journey.
Ness Ruvalcaba
(she/her)
Frequently rebooked
$180/session
LMFT
9 years of experience
Virtual
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, I support adults and elders who want help with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-harm, or relationship challenges. I offer counseling in both English and Spanish to help you create meaningful change in your life.
Lorrie LaVallee
(she/her)
$140/session
LMFT
18 years of experience
Virtual
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, passionate about supporting adults and teens facing addiction, anxiety, trauma, or depression. Together, we can explore creative solutions and use approaches like EMDR to help you or your loved one find fulfillment and peace.
Sergio Ibañez
(he/him)
$180/session
LCSW
7 years of experience
Virtual
I offer individual, couples, and family therapy for children, teens, and adults in California, providing support for anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. I use a variety of approaches—like EMDR, CBT, and DBT—and can provide therapy in both English and Spanish to best meet your needs.
Nestor Davila
(he/him)
$120/session
LCSW
1 year of experience
Virtual
As a licensed clinical social worker in California, I help adults navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions by offering a calm, judgment-free space. I draw on DBT, CBT, and an eclectic approach to support you in building healthier relationships with your emotions and finding practical skills to move forward.
Lucia Acosta
(she/her)
$125/session
LPCC
1 year of experience
Virtual
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California, I help teens and adults work through anxiety, stress, and life transitions in a warm, supportive environment. Together, we’ll explore your feelings and challenges so you can find clarity, confidence, and meaningful change.
Michael Najera
(he/him)
Frequently rebooked
$225/session
LMFT
10 years of experience
Virtual
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, and I enjoy helping adults and teens work through relationship challenges, grief, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is grounded in understanding your unique experiences, and together we can build a strong foundation for positive change.
Selena Kradolfer
(she/her)
Frequently rebooked
$300/session
LMFT
15 years of experience
Virtual
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, I provide trauma-informed care for children, teens, adults, and elders, helping you find practical strategies for managing anxiety, grief, and life transitions. My focus is on supporting relief from stressors, building healthy coping skills, and fostering personal growth at any age.
Nadia Merlo
Frequently rebooked
$150/session
LMFT
8 years of experience
Virtual
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California, I help adults navigate challenges like anxiety, anger, and finding healthy coping skills. I’m passionate about empowering you to recognize your strengths and work toward meaningful change.
Eufemio Munoz
(he/him)
$150/session
LCSW
5 years of experience
Virtual
If you’re in California and looking for support with challenges like anger, anxiety, self-esteem, or school issues, I provide a relaxed and nonjudgmental space where you can explore what matters most to you. We'll work together at your pace to help you find practical ways to move forward and create real change.
Katherine Fleisher
(she/her)
Frequently rebooked
$225/session
LMFT
20 years of experience
Virtual
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, I offer a supportive space for adults and elders to address self-esteem, trauma, or past abuse. Together, we'll use approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help you heal and find relief from anxiety or depression.
Christina Harney
(she/her)
$200/session
LMFT
23 years of experience
Virtual
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, I offer a supportive space to help you heal from depression, trauma, or perinatal challenges using EMDR and other evidence-based approaches. Together, we can work toward lasting emotional wellness and a calmer, more balanced life.
Crystal Cardenas
(she/her)
$90/session
LCSW
7 years of experience
Virtual
As a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, I help adults and elders work through anxiety, grief, and life transitions with compassion and practical strategies. I offer a judgment-free space where you can explore your experiences and build resilience as you move toward a more fulfilling life.
Veronica Sanchez-Reyes
(she/her)
$100/session
LCSW
6 years of experience
Virtual
I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Since obtaining my MSW degree from California State University, Long Beach, I’ve had the opportunity to provide direct clinical services to school-age children, adolescents and adults in multiple settings including schools, wraparound programs, short-term residential therapeutic programs, unaccompanied minor’s shelters, hospitals, medical clinics and private practice. As an LCSW, my passion and priority is to create meaningful and transformative connections with individuals in hopes of improving the community for all.
Zachary Alvarado
$150/session
LCSW
5 years of experience
Virtual
I’m a Latino therapist who specializes in working with trauma, identity, and the emotional weight that comes from growing up in high-stress environments. I help people make sense of patterns rooted in past experiences — whether that’s family dysfunction, grief, street violence, or cultural pressure — so they can move through life with more clarity and less emotional reactivity.
My style is honest, direct, and grounded. I’m not the kind of therapist who just nods and listens — I’ll challenge you when needed and help you get to the core of what’s keeping you stuck. I work especially well with first-generation men, individuals processing childhood or gang-related trauma, and those navigating the tension between cultural loyalty and personal growth.
I’ve spent the last five years working across community mental health, jail reentry, and school-based settings — including the LA County Department of Mental Health, homeless outreach in South Central, and now as a therapist in a middle school. My approach is shaped by both clinical training and real-life experience supporting clients in some of the most challenging situations.
Ingrid Jimenez
(she/her)
$120/session
LMFT
17 years of experience
Virtual
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Art Therapist supporting adults in California who are navigating anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges. I use approaches like CBT and DBT to help you build coping skills and reach your personal goals.
Elizabeth Serrato
$100/session
LCSW
3 years of experience
Virtual
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, I help teens and adults navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, and life transitions with compassion and practical tools. I'm passionate about supporting your healing and growth every step of the way.
Yuri Cardona
$175/session
LMFT
14 years of experience
Virtual
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, I support adults working through anxiety, depression, and self-esteem challenges. Together, we'll build confidence and healthier relationships so you can feel empowered in your daily life.
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Frequently asked questions
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like LA?
When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in the state. 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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Why use Gender, Age, and Identities filters?
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.
What to expect during your first session?
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.
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.