I am a 2nd-gen LGBTQ BIPOC provider born and raised in the SF Bay Area. I provide individualized therapy to those seeking to understand how past experiences and relationships impact their current life, and finding actionable steps to create a more meaningful life. I specialize with immigrant LGBTQ teens and young adults with depression. I also have experience working with parents and BPD.
Some of my work experience includes community health, crisis units, residentials, hospitals, and university counseling centers. I have worked with folks across the lifespan with various cultural backgrounds.
Greetings. My name is Keby Reese, and I believe that healing is a collaborative process built on trust and safety. As a Licensed Social Worker, I have dedicated my career to helping children, adults, and families navigate life’s challenges. I specialize in helping individuals and parents struggling with burnout, move beyond past obstacles, develop practical strategies for emotional well-being, and cultivate healthier, more meaningful connections with those around them. My practice is grounded in the belief that everyone deserves to feel safe and emotionally secure. I am experienced in several therapeutic approaches and evidence-based interventions such as Parent-Child Care (PC-CARE), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to help clients process their thoughts and feelings, increase confidence, navigate conflict, solve problems and create a sense of safety and stability in their lives. Whether you are seeking to improve your relationships, regulate your emotions, or simply find a sense of inner peace, I am here to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space for you to grow at your own pace. Life can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Choosing to begin therapy is a courageous first step. If you’re looking for a partner in your healing journey who is dedicated to your growth, I would be honored to support you. Please reach out to schedule a consultation, I am happy to answer any questions you may have.
As a therapist, I am deeply committed to creating a safe, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and supported in their journey toward growth and healing. My approach is warm, collaborative, and client centered, rooted in the belief that each individual possesses the strength and resilience to navigate life’s challenges. I draw from an integrative framework, blending evidence-based techniques with mindfulness and compassion to address both immediate concerns and deeper emotional patterns. Above all, I strive to empower clients to cultivate self-awareness, build meaningful connections, and live authentically, fostering a sense of hope and possibility in their lives.
With more than twenty years of experience as a licensed therapist in California, I specialize in helping individuals navigate the emotional, relational, and spiritual challenges that arise throughout different seasons of life. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting clients as they work through depression, anxiety, relationship stress, and significant life transitions, offering guidance that is both grounded and compassionate. I bring particular expertise in women’s emotional health, including concerns related to identity, body image, self‑worth, and the complex dynamics that often emerge within families. My work is rooted in a deep respect for each person’s lived experience, and I strive to create a therapeutic space where clients feel understood, supported, and empowered to move toward meaningful change.
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My name is Erika Ragland, LCSW and I have been working in mental health for 15 years. I grew up in a Military family and lived all over the world. The world is an incredibly beautiful and complex place full of wisdom and possibility. Life looks different for everyone, and no one's challenges are the same, but everyone can benefit from objective, honest communication and clinical expertise.
I am a compassionate and supportive therapist dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and resilience. I specialize in working through stressors such as relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, family conflict, and major life transitions. My approach is collaborative and nonjudgmental, creating a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered. I believe in building on each person’s strengths while developing practical tools for communication, emotional regulation, and problem-solving. Whether you are facing a specific challenge or seeking personal growth, I am committed to helping you build healthier relationships and a stronger sense of well-being.
’m a licensed therapist who works with adults navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and life transitions. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel understood while also gaining practical tools to help you move forward. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, and I tailor therapy to fit your unique needs and goals. I’m here to help you better understand yourself, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California, with 11 years of professional work experience. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with over a decade of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. My work is grounded in creating a safe, culturally responsive space where clients feel understood, supported, and empowered to grow.
I specialize in working with individuals impacted by trauma, domestic violence, and chronic anxiety. Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed internally. Together, we work to untangle patterns, strengthen emotional regulation, and build practical tools hat create lasting change.
My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma informed care, and skills-based interventions to help clients process past move from survival mode into stability, clarity, and confidence.
You don’t have to carry everything alone. Healing and growth are possible.
I work with adults, teens, transition age youth, and their families. I help them manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral concerns. This includes high achievers struggling with perfectionism/anxiety, depressed clients where brushing their teeth in the morning was a success, those going through or post a divorce, families who are struggling to get along or function, and anyone experiencing a change in life that causes stress. It is my aim to help clients understand both themselves and their relationships more fully.
I use a variety of tools, including CBT, Narrative Therapy, humanistic/client focused, and family systems to cater to individual needs. I have a deep respect for the phases of our lives that bring significant transition, recognizing that these can bring enormous challenge, and also the opportunity for deep and lasting growth.
I've journeyed with clients through intense trauma, and shared their joys as they learn to integrate their stories and own their strengths. It's important to me to meet people where they are, to listen, help them define their own goals, and grow their unique strengths.
I am a licensed counselor, with 20 years of experience. I have a warm and interactive style. I believe that real change occurs in a safe and accepting counseling environment. My approach is to combine cognitive-behavioral, developmental and person centered counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It is my joy to help Anyone who is struggling with feelings of anxiety and depression, as well as stress, with poor self-esteem and relationship difficulties. I have been in practice for 30 years, and support clients in gaining skills to help themselves to quickly feel better. I also help teens ang young adults who are depressed and anxious. I help people to feel better and live with more bliss. I am also experienced and supportive of LGBTQ+ issues.
I am a licensed therapist (licensed in September 2025) with over 15 years of experience walking alongside individuals during some of the most challenging and tender moments of their lives. My work has deeply focused on end of life care, grief and loss, trauma recovery and supporting those living with depression. Whether you are coping with loss, processing past trauma, or feeling overwhelmed by sadness or uncertainty, I offer a steady, supportive presence as you work toward understanding, healing and renewed hope. It is my privilege to support clients as they navigate pain, discover resilience and reconnect with meaning and purpose in their lives.
I have been a therapist for 10 yrs 6 yrs in private practice. I have worked with hundred of different people with many different problems. My wheelhouse is trauma as I have worked in many different agencies that train for and deal with trauma. I have wisdom, experience and years of education under my belt. I am currently enrolled in a doctorate program to become a licensed psychologist
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to helping people
understand themselves, their relationships, and the patterns that shape their
lives. Grounded in evidence-based practices, I tailor every therapeutic
approach to the unique needs, strengths, and stories of each client. Guided
by a deep curiosity about human lives, I approach therapy with the belief that
everyone has something to teach. Through the lens of Family Systems, I apply
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) and Eye Movement Desensitization &
Reprocessing (EMDR) to support clients in developing the internal resources
they need to heal, grow, and create lasting change.
Hi there! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of clinical and therapeutic experience. I have a masters degree from USC with a concentration in children and families. During my Master’s program, I lead and facilitated substance abuse group therapy, assisted multiple diagnosis individuals in a group home setting, and received internship hours at a women’s victims of crime outpatient treatment center, and a community clinic. I also have 5 years experience in mental health private practice.
I am passionate about serving a diverse range of clients and supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and growth. My purpose is to help people develop positive self-esteem, confidence, and a deep sense of worthiness, wholeness, and belonging. I work by building a strong therapeutic alliance grounded in authenticity, empathy, cultural humility, and a person-centered approach. Through being attentive, courageously honest, and collaborative, I support clients in creating meaningful change and living more fulfilling lives.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience providing support to children, adolescents, and young adults. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, school stress, peer and family relationships, and life transitions. I offer teletherapy services in a supportive, down-to-earth environment where clients can feel comfortable being themselves while building emotional awareness, confidence, and practical coping skills. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, with a focus on helping clients feel understood while developing tools they can use in their daily lives.
I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who works with adults navigating stress, life transitions, and patterns in relationships they want to better understand. I work with a diverse range of clients, including BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals, and strive to create a space that feels inclusive, affirming, and supportive. I help clients gain clarity, deepen self-awareness, and develop practical tools to feel more grounded and balanced in daily life while creating meaningful, sustainable change.
I'm Jake, a guy who was always told he was too sensitive growing up and had ever-changing interests because of his ADHD. Before becoming a therapist, I worked in customer service for 14 years, six of those years in medical reception. In that time, I also worked four summers at a camp for kids with special needs. I've met and worked with a lot of different people and I've seen a lot. What I've learned is that everyone has challenges, some more than others, and that we can all use some support sometimes. I bring compassion, a systemic perspective, and my ability to make the scariest stuff feel easier to talk about so that you can get what you need from therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California, and I support clients who are moving through change, stress, relationships, parenting challenges, or self-discovery with compassion and curiosity. I bring both lived experience and clinical training to my work as a therapist, shaped as an immigrant, navigating a bicultural household, parenting, and changing career paths that deepened my understanding of identity, resilience, and life transitions. I especially understand how overwhelming it can feel to hold multiple roles and expectations at once, and how important it is to feel seen without judgment. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to be your steady cheerleader and grounded support—helping you reconnect with your strengths, make sense of your experiences, and move toward healing with clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.
Hello, my name is Melisa Santacruz. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the states of California and Florida, and have been practicing for 7 years. My work focuses on supporting individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, professional stress, parenting challenges, relationship concerns, self-esteem struggles, and life transitions. I specialize and am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, Person-centered (Rogerian) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I am proficient in Spanish and English.
Hello! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who has been working with individuals, couples and families for twenty three years. I use interventions based on cognitive behavioral techniques to help you reach your goals and overcome patterns of behavior that are not working well for you. I believe you are the expert in your own life and strive to work with you to understand and move forward toward your goals.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California as well as a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner in Nebraska. I also have a PhD in International Psychology from the Chicago School. I have 15 years of experience as a therapist, and 15 years previous to that teaching coping skills and working in group homes with adolescents that struggled emotionally.
I strive to provide a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, non-judgmental space for personal exploration, emotional vulnerability, and growth. Additionally, I am committed to offering LGBTQ+-affirming care.
I utilize a variety of modalities to provide an experience that is tailored to each person and their stage of life. My desire is that you find a calm, strength-based, and client-centered experience each time you meet with me.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist who helps people understand themselves on a deeper level and change patterns that keep showing up in their lives. Many of my clients appear to have it together on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck internally. They often find themselves repeating the same cycles in relationships, overextending themselves, or struggling to manage their emotions in a way that feels grounded and consistent.
I am direct and honest in how I show up. I create a space where you feel supported while also being challenged to grow. I pay attention to patterns, beliefs, and behaviors that may be keeping you stuck, and I help you begin to shift them in a way that is realistic and sustainable. My focus is not just on talking through problems, but on helping you build awareness and take action so that change happens outside of session as well.
My work centers on anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. I support clients in building emotional awareness, strengthening regulation, setting boundaries, and understanding how past experiences influence current patterns. Many of the clients I work with are ready to take a deeper look at themselves and move out of survival mode into a more intentional way of living.
I use approaches such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy, and I tailor the work to each client's needs. Whether you are just starting therapy or returning to continue your growth, I meet you where you are and support you in doing the work to create meaningful change.
Hi, my name is Madeleine (Maddie) Kelly. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Orange County, California with over 13 years experience helping adult individuals from all walks of life navigate life's various challenges as a collaborative therapeutic team. Growing up, I experienced a variety of personal struggles with my own mental health, which inspired me to seek an education in clinical psychology. I provide culturally informed and identity-conscious care to adults and offer a safe space that is non-judgmental, compassionate and empathetic.
Are you experiencing a recent life transition that causes you stress, anxiety, or depression? (e.g. moving, school, job, breakups, marriage, family changes, kids, coming out) Are you ready to begin healing from childhood traumas and learn ways to develop a healthier relationship with yourself and others? Let's collaborate on prioritizing self-care and moving with more motivation, energy, and purpose. Are you struggling with various life stressors and want to learn healthier means of self-care? Are you having conflicts with family, coworkers, or friends? Let's collaborate to set healthy boundaries, learn to accept reality as it is, and take control of the choices that align with your values and goals. These are just a few of the many ways I can support you. I will sit with you through painful emotions and help you write a new story with more self compassion, self worth, and love. Whatever place you are in your journey of growth and self-healing, I will be present and ready to go to work with you. I look forward to being your supporter, mentor, ally, and coach. We will learn, grow, and celebrate every small and big step toward living a more authentic, meaningful, and healthy life together as a team. Moving forward, you are never alone in this journey.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, providing psychotherapy to adults, young adults, and families. My approach is primarily psychodynamic, with a holistic and collaborative focus, allowing me to tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs.
I offer a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and relational patterns, gain insight, and work toward meaningful and lasting change.
Hello and welcome. I’m Helma Jafari, a licensed psychotherapist with a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach to care. I am deeply committed to supporting individuals in reconnecting with themselves, healing, and growing in meaningful ways.
My work is grounded in compassion and curiosity. I integrate psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness, and evidence-based approaches to help you better understand yourself, process past experiences, and cultivate more fulfilling relationships within yourself and in your connection with the world around you.
As a bilingual therapist offering sessions in both English and Farsi, and as someone with a bicultural background, I bring an understanding of the complexities of identity, culture, and life transitions. I have experience working with diverse populations and aim to create a space where you feel seen, respected, and understood.
In our work together, we create space to better understand your experiences and connect with your inner wisdom and strength. I invite you to imagine a life beyond fear, where there is space for healing and connection, and where you can become the author of your own story.
Hola! My name is Brianna and I’m so glad you’re here. The decision to begin therapy is a big one, and I feel honored that you are considering doing that with me. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. On our therapeutic journey, I welcome you just the way you are so that we can work to create an authentic life balance that will support your success, wellness and happiness.
Whatever it is, telling your story to someone who cares and accepts the most authentic version of you, is the first step toward healing. I want to work with you to help you figure out how to solve challenges and find the most authentic version of yourself so that you can live the life you’ve always envisioned.
I received my Masters from CSU San Jose State and have been supporting clients for 8 years.
I believe a good clinician is a moldable one — someone who adapts to the person in front of them rather than fitting people into a fixed approach. My work is collaborative, insight-oriented, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on yourself. Together, we explore the patterns, stories, and relational blueprints that have shaped how you see yourself and the world — and we work to rewrite the ones that no longer serve you.
I work with individuals and couples across the lifespan, and I am proudly affirming of the LGBTQIA+, kink, and BDSM communities. I specialize in trauma, identity, depression, anxiety, relationships, and sexual health, and I bring the same nonjudgmental, culturally humble approach to every client I see. I also offer faith-integrated counseling for those who wish to incorporate spirituality into their healing.
Whether you arrive ready to dive in or full of resistance — I'll meet you where you are. I am bilingual and bicultural, and welcome clients who move between both languages and worlds.
Do you experience stress that can lead you to feeling overwhelmed? Does your stress cause you to isolate yourself from your family and friends? Are you struggling with thoughts that prevent you from being your 'true' self?
I support individuals struggling with their thoughts and emotions to make sense of what challenges they face. Working together, we will explore current challenges, how your thoughts and emotions impact your efforts to make sense of these challenges and discover ways to empower yourself to resolve and flourish from these challenges.
My role is to support you! Practicing as a psychotherapist for 18 years, I have extensive skills in mindfulness, support, and empowerment. In our sessions, I focus on providing a safe, comfortable space without judgment. I use compassion, genuine focus, and years of clinical training as a psychotherapist to support resolving your challenges.
Hello, I’m Allison, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience providing therapeutic services. My professional background includes work in a secure psychiatric facility as well as community mental health settings, where I have supported individuals with a wide range of mental health needs.
I take a holistic, client-centered approach to therapy, focusing not only on symptom management but also on building sustainable coping skills that support overall well-being. I believe that strengthening social support systems and establishing healthy boundaries are essential components of long-term emotional health and fulfilling relationships. My goal is to create a safe, collaborative space where clients feel empowered to prioritize their needs and foster meaningful personal growth.
I work with adolescents (ages 16+), adults, and older adults. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), interpersonal relationship challenges, and self-development.
Certifications and Specialized Training:
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Crisis Intervention
• Motivational Interviewing
• Solution-Focused Therapy
• Nutrition for Mental Health
I am committed to helping clients build resilience, gain insight, and develop practical tools to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
Welcome! My name is Dr. La Toshia Palmer, and I provide a supportive, culturally responsive space for students and young adults—particularly those from historically marginalized communities who are navigating anxiety, depression, anger, and life stressors. My approach is grounded in psychoeducation, helping clients better understand their emotions, build practical coping skills, and develop confidence in managing everyday challenges.
I work with individuals who are ready to grow, heal, and strengthen their sense of identity and resilience. Together, we focus on creating clarity, emotional balance, and meaningful progress toward personal, academic, and long-term goals.
My name is Bolor Purvee, and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) committed to supporting individuals, couples, and families especially those with young children as they navigate life’s challenges and strengthen their relationships. Rooted in trauma-informed care and culturally responsive practices, I strive to create a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients feel truly seen, heard, and supported.
Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse communities, including those facing systemic barriers. I have supported clients through a range of challenges such as immigration trauma, cultural integration, homelessness, anxiety, depression, grief, identity exploration, and relationship conflicts.
My therapeutic approach integrates collaborative systems therapy, trauma-informed care, and humanistic-existential principles. I believe in meeting clients where they are and walking alongside them as they uncover their strengths, heal from past wounds, and move toward lives of meaning, connection, and empowerment.
Whether I’m fostering personal growth or advocating for systemic change, my mission remains the same: to inspire healing, build resilience, and nurture authentic human connection. Nothing brings me more joy than seeing clients walk out of my office feeling empowered, heard, and deeply understood.
Hi, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adolescents navigating anxiety, stress, and challenges related to school, family, and everyday life. I have experience supporting teens through difficult emotions and life transitions.
My goal is to create a space where clients feel comfortable, supported, and heard. I take a practical, strengths-based approach to help teens build coping skills, manage stress, and feel more confident in their daily lives.
As an American Family Therapist, I work from a systemic perspective, focusing on the entire family unit rather than just the individual. My goal is to help families uncover and understand deep-rooted patterns and issues that interfere with healthy communication and connection. Through this process, I support each member in developing more effective ways of relating, resolving conflict, and fostering emotional safety with the family system. I primarily use Dialectical Behavior Therapy and view my work through that lens. This means focusing on mindfulness, expanding tolerance for discomfort, increasing effectiveness in relationships and strengthening emotional regulation. When challenges arise in therapy, I often find that the root of the issue can be addressed through one of these core areas. For clients struggling with post-traumatic stress injuries-particularly common in military populations-I also incorporate Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to help them reframe and work through trauma-related beliefs. My approach is structured, evidence-based, and tailored to the needs of each individual or family.
Hi, I’m Lacee Musgrove, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) providing virtual therapy for children and teens ages 10–17.
I specialize in supporting children and teens living with diabetes, as well as anxiety, depression, chronic suicidal ideation, and self-harm behaviors. I help youth build coping skills to manage stress and develop the emotional resilience needed to navigate both mental health and medical challenges. I also work closely with parents to support compassionate, effective responses at home.
If you've been feeling overwhelmed lately, you're not alone. Many people reach a point where stress, anxiety, or relationship challenges start affecting their daily life. Therapy can be a place to slow down, understand what's happening internally, and develop a healthier new way forward. Healing is possible through shifting your mindset while prioritizing your self-care and honoring your needs and wants.I look forward to working with you!
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, with a passion for helping others. I come alongside my clients to empower them to grow into their true authentic self, while navigating the difficulties of life. Our day to day life brings about a lot of different and sometimes difficult emotions. I want to assist my clients in figuring out ways to honor those emotions while gaining control of them. I utilize DBT, Internal Family Systems and Narrative Therapy to assist clients in processing the past to better their present and future.
Hello, I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with compassion and support. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives. My approach is collaborative and tailored to each client’s unique needs, drawing from evidence-based practices to support emotional wellness, healthier relationships, and personal growth.
Hello community,
I’d like to introduce myself. I’m a California-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with six years of experience providing mental health therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. I’ve worked in healthcare settings where I developed strong skills as both a therapist and clinical social worker.
My approach emphasizes treating the whole person, recognizing how emotional, social, and environmental factors all play an important role in mental health and well-being. I strive to create a compassionate and supportive space where individuals can explore challenges, build resilience, and move toward meaningful change.
I’m passionate about supporting individuals through complex life experiences and helping them feel seen, understood, and empowered in their healing process.
My passion is helping people transform the life they have into the life they want!!!
In the pursuit of my passion I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of California, Irvine and my Master's in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University.
I have been privileged to work in a variety of environments providing psycho-therapeutic services and support including Concordia University, numerous elementary school campuses, various social service agencies and churches as well in my own private practice.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families offering Solution-focused short term and long term therapy, customizing therapy based on the client’s needs and seeing them more fulfilling lives.
I have been working with and supporting children, teens, and adults for twenty-seven years through various methods, including child therapy and individual therapy. I enjoy helping others conquer anxiety and depressive symptoms, and I focus on coaching them to better understand their choices and behaviors. When we find our inner authentic self and begin to find the courage to share that truth, we start to balance our lives through family therapy, where we truly discover our strength.
Hello! My name is Kishla Preston and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, Georgia, Alabama and Florida. I have been practicing for the past 12 years and have loved every moment of it. I have had the heart to help other since the age of 10. So much so, that, in high school, I ended up taking custody of the 2-month-old child of a family friend until he was age 2, while his mother gained stability. That being said, I have a special place in my heart for children, young adults and mothers. My personal goal for every client I meet is to make their lives a little bit better than it was before we found one another.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over three decades of experience in mental health and clinical experience. I draw from 63 years of my own life experience as a gay man, educational (MSW from the University of Connecticut) and practical knowledge. Thus I understand what it’s like to be marginalized, and feel different like you don’t belong. I use a compassionate, non- judgmental, understanding, strength based approach by acknowledging and welcoming your whole person, body, mind, and spirit. I can help one understand who they are? where they've been? and how they can move forward in their life.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. I invite you to join me for safe, relaxing, and confidential virtual therapy appointments. I am a dedicated and experienced LMFT with a successful track record of delivering impactful and effective therapy services for people (children, families, individuals, and couples) from diverse and underserved populations. I am trauma-informed and an empathetic therapist that is known for providing genuine patient care.
Hello, I’m Lauren, and I have been dedicated to the field of therapy and mental health since 2021, building on my experience in the public health sector that dates back to 2017. With a background in gerontology and public health, I bring a comprehensive perspective to my practice, integrating insights from public health into my approach to mental health treatment. I hold a Master’s in Social Work, which equips me with the tools to effectively address and treat various mental health conditions, helping clients navigate their challenges and improve their overall well-being.
I am truly passionate about my work and believe that the field of mental health is innovative, supportive, and transformative. My enthusiasm for therapy is evident in the way I engage with my clients, as I strive to create a nurturing environment that fosters growth and healing. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy spending time outdoors, love animals, and trying new creative activities. This holistic approach to life and well-being informs my therapy and enriches the collaborative journey I take with my clients.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 15 years experience. I trained in Somatic Psychology at John F. Kennedy University. I have also trained at the Sensorimotor Institute for Trauma Treatment. I am a grief Counselor. I have a certificate in Nutritional Psychology. I work with adult individuals. My work integrates evidence based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). I work with Anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions and relationships. I work to help clients build resilience, a safe environment, boundaries and meaningful connections.
I am a social worker who specializes in helping people work through grief and the stress of major life changes. I provide a grounded and down to earth space where we can be honest about the new normal without any pressure to have it all figured out. We will go at your pace to manage the weight of these transitions and help you get back to feeling like yourself.
Hello, my name is Jaqueline Contreras. I earned my Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from California Lutheran University in 2022. Since then, I have been working with Ventura County, providing mental health services to low- income families.
I have experience supporting children, adolescents, and young adults across a variety of emotional and behavioral concerns. As a bilingual therapist from a Hispanic background, I am deeply committed to providing culturally responsive and compassionate care. My personal and professional experience have given me strong understanding of the unique challenges many families face, and I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered.
My goal is to use my knowledge, skills, and lived experiences to support individuals and families in building resilience, improving well-being, and creating meaningful change in their lives