Therapists in California

Find the best therapist in California for your needs on Grow Therapy. With 7 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.

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Availability updated: 7/6/2025

Sani Patel

(he/him)

Sani Patel, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$150/session
LMFT
8 years of experience
Virtual
With 8 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, I help teens and adults work through challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and finding self-purpose using a gentle and intuitive approach. My own journey inspires me to support others in creating a positive self-image and building meaningful lives.
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Pooja S. Parashar

(she/her)

Pooja S. Parashar, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$180/session
LMFT
8 years of experience
Virtual
In-person
11590 W Bernard...
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California passionate about supporting adults, teens, and couples who want to create real change in their lives. Together, we'll focus on healing from trauma, anxiety, and relationship challenges through an empathic, culturally sensitive approach that helps you build confidence and set meaningful goals.
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Pinkal Shah

(she/her)

Pinkal Shah, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$130/session
LMFT
7 years of experience
Virtual
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, I offer mindful and culturally sensitive support for adults and seniors dealing with challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and family stress. I’m here to help you identify unhelpful patterns and work toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
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Nirmala Shivram

Nirmala Shivram, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$120/session
LCSW
29 years of experience
Virtual
As a licensed therapist in California, I support adults in finding purpose and managing challenges like anxiety, depression, and life transitions. My warm, empathetic approach draws on mindfulness and motivational interviewing to help you build coping skills and greater self-esteem.
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Marisa Patel Nagin

Marisa Patel Nagin, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$145/session
LMFT
8 years of experience
Virtual
I am a first-gen Indian American therapist looking to build a meaningful connection with clients from which they grow. My goal is to broaden self-awareness, give you the tools to deal with future challenges and guide you in achieving wellness and a positive sense of self. I am licensed in CA and FL, and have been practicing for 8 years.
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Emil Jech

Emil Jech, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LCSW
42 years of experience
Virtual
I view therapy as an interactive self-discovery process and our therapy relationship is central to successful changes. My approach is to engage you in the here and now and help you focus on your experience and to identify and act on your choices. That means not focusing on what you "should" do but rather on what you want, need, and can do, given your particular life situation. My interactions with you are directed towards assisting you to be fully alive, vibrant, coherent, and clear in relationships. I assist you becoming aware of your internal processes (thinking, feeling, sensory), as well as your experience of the world around you. I will suggest experimenting with new behaviors and ways of being in the world. I will provide support and guidance for you to feel safe as you face and confront unresolved painful issues.
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Ashwini Gupta

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Ashwini Gupta, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$180/session
LMFT
20 years of experience
Virtual
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist supporting adults and older adults across California as they navigate life transitions, relationships, and challenges like depression and trauma. Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based approaches, I help clients find meaning and create positive change while staying connected to what truly matters to them.
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Frequently asked questions

Why filter by California rather than a city 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.

Will my therapist take insurance?

When booking you’ll be asked to verify with your Member ID. However, if you don’t have any of the insurances available you can select cash. Our therapists will have their cost of appointment on their profile. Individual session costs will vary.

How does the Specialty Filter work? Can I find a therapist that focuses on a specific issue?

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.

What are the "Clients say I'm" badges?

Grow Therapy asks patients about their experience with therapists after they have had a certain number of sessions. After enough responses, we add those characteristics to their profiles to help you find the best online therapists for you. We're still working on collecting this information from all our therapists.

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.