Therapists in California

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Authentic
Warm
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Empowering
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Addiction
Couples Counseling
Domestic Violence
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Hi! My name is Crystal Villanueva and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have 11 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, and children experiencing the challenges of anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict, relationship challenges, and intimate partner violence. My approach to therapy is grounded in the spirit of Humanistic therapy. Humanistic Therapy is based on the core belief that people are good at heart and capable of making the right choices for themselves. In therapy, this belief leads me to focus on each individual’s unique point of view and how this view can impact their choices. It further emphasizes the importance of being our authentic selves to live the most fulfilling life. I strive to create a safe environment to help clients feel comfortable to express their thoughts/emotions. I am genuine, friendly, nonjudgmental, empathetic, and interactive. I believe I am easy to talk to as I am casual in my style, but direct and focused when it comes to our work together. My journey to becoming a therapist began with my own therapy that I received as a youth and young adult; it was life-changing. I worked with a therapist that was completely accepting and non-judgmental of my faults/shortcomings and helped me work past and accept them. Because of this experience, I wanted to give back and provide the same nonjudgment safe space, and acceptance to others.
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Warm
Intelligent
Direct
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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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If you're looking for a holistic, decolonized and evidence based approach at managing your mental health symptoms: you've come to the right place. My approach in therapy is centered around the transformative power of creativity and connectivity. I believe that healing and growth are best achieved through breaking generational patterns, self reflection, and strengthening the skills to navigate the systems in which we live. I take a relational and evidence based approach to treatment, center your voice, and guide a process of co-creating your healing journey. I encourage clients to explore their inner worlds and express themselves authentically; while also establishing solid supports, and grounding awareness within the context of their lives.
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Warm
Empowering
Authentic
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Solution oriented
Direct
Humorous
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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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Life is really complex and challenging so I’m glad you’re checking in to find ways to support a fulfilled, happy and thriving YOU. Whether you are here to process trauma, sort out your future plans or relationships, learn new coping to manage stress, or some other area of your experience that is having an impact on you, I’m honored that you’ve considered how I can support you. In a process you are empowered to design, we will create a space where you can grow, heal and feel better using a variety of evidence-based techniques, a safe virtual environment and our therapeutic relationship!
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Authentic
Intelligent
Empowering
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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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Hi! I'm Jordan, a California and Florida Licensed Mental Healthcare Practitioner and I'm glad you're here. I am a compassion focused and evidence-based clinician, meaning my focus is working with you to generate meaningful and lasting change. Using a combination of effective therapies I help clients like you develop, understand, and accomplish their therapeutic goals. In California, I currently hold contracts with and am accepting new clients for: Kaiser NorCal, Aetna, Carelon, Cigna, and Anthem. In Florida I hold contracts with and am accepting new clients for: Aetna and Ambetter. I am also happy to accept many other insurance carriers and EAP programs, including a proud partnership with Amazon's EAP program through the Grow Platform.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Direct

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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Mr. Ilya Shtykan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Masters's Degree graduate in Marriage and Family Therapy. In addition, Ilya has worked with multiple organizations and various types of client populations. Also, Ilya currently provides counseling services for sufferers of co-occurring substance abuse and mental health disorders. Ilya has gained a lot of valuable insight about himself as a therapist through participating in these programs. He has also developed an empathetic understanding of the patients and the everyday struggles they endure. Ilya's long-term goal in this field is to help make a positive change in clients' lives and provide a meaningful service that makes a difference. Ilya is very passionate about assisting people in finding positive ways to deal with their issues and struggles and being seen, heard, and understood.
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Specialties

Addiction
Anger Management
Domestic Violence
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who supports adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from California State University, Los Angeles, and my Master’s degree in Social Work with a focus on Adult Mental Health and Wellness from the University of Southern California. I have experience working with clients ages 5 to 65 from diverse backgrounds and walks of life, with specialties in domestic violence, grief, and trauma. I provide a warm, empowering, and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel safe to explore their experiences. Using a blend of CBT, trauma-informed care, and solution-focused therapy, I help clients build practical coping skills, heal from past experiences, and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.
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Authentic
Empowering
Holistic
Open-minded

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Addiction
Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
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I have been in the helping professions since 2005 and as a licensed therapist for 16 years. I’ve worked with a variety of clients of different cultures throughout. Early in my training, there was a heavy emphasis on the Western approach to address symptomology, but now as my career and experience have grown, I blend Western approach with Eastern influence, emphasizing the link between the mind and the body, and how trauma lives within the body, not just in our minds.
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Addiction
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
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Hello, my name is Gabriel Perfecto, LMFT - I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at San Jose State University and my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of San Francisco. Throughout my career, I've worked in community mental health clinics serving those with severe mental illness and a criminal justice history. I've worked with Santa Clara County's Mobile Crisis Response Team to assist community individuals who may be experiencing an acute mental health crisis. Additionally, I've conducted therapy to children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and couples within the private practice space. I enjoy utilizing a wide range of clinical modalities which include a person-centered approach and combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, and Gottman Method for couples.
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Authentic
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Warm

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Addiction
ADHD
Anxiety
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I am a 10 year veteran therapist who believes in the uniqueness of every person I help to realize their special potential. I know people have the capacity to make meaningful changes in their lives that contribute to greater happiness and fulfillment. I never give up even on the most daunting issues that plaque my client's well being. I stand as a strong support of what is right for the client and help to reveal the fastest courses to achieve personal goals. Together we work magic in altering the most perplexing of realities.
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Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Solution oriented
Empowering

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Addiction
Anger Management
Anxiety
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My name is Shelly Keene, and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist living in Anchorage, Alaska, while providing telehealth services to clients in California, the place I’ve called home for most of my life. I’m committed to creating a safe, supportive space where you can express your feelings openly and feel genuinely heard and validated. My approach is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration, and I work at your pace while honoring the fact that you are the expert of your own life. I draw from a range of evidence‑based modalities to tailor treatment to your unique needs, experiences, and goals. My intention is to help therapy feel approachable, empowering, and centered around what matters most to you.
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New to Grow

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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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My name is Christopher, and I believe life can be better than what we have adapted to and gotten used to. Over the years I first began working with the indigent population and there I learned about the connections between substance abuse, mental illness and trauma. I then worked more with addiction when I worked with people struggling to stop substance abuse and once again, I recognized a connection between these behaviors and trauma. Finally, before completing the last stages of earning hours for my license I worked with children and families and noticed the way personal trauma experienced by adults effected parenting and family relationships. Helping people address anxiety and depression symptoms independent of a trauma made improved my abilities who help people that deal with those symptoms along with other trauma indicators.
VirtualAvailable
Intelligent
Empowering
Solution oriented

Specialties

Addiction
Couples Counseling
Depression
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We are all faced with challenges. These challenges can create limitations that interfere with gaining a sense of self, forming healthy relationships, and pursuing our goals. I believe we should not allow these obstacles to dictate how we respond to the environment around us. Learning healthy coping skills, challenging negative self talk, and setting effective boundaries can facilitate desired outcomes in our daily life. Given the opportunity, I would enjoy working with you right where you are. Let’s get to work!
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Warm
Authentic

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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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I’m a Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) who offers a warm, grounded space to slow things down, make sense of what you’re experiencing, and create meaningful change. My style is relational and attachment-informed—meaning we pay attention to patterns that show up in relationships, and how earlier experiences may shape the way you cope, connect, or protect yourself today. I’m also strengths-based and practical: we’ll build on what’s already working while using CBT tools to reduce overwhelm, challenge unhelpful thought loops, and practice skills that support steadier mood, boundaries, and healthier relationships. The impact my clients often experience is feeling more emotionally stable and confident in themselves, with a clearer understanding of their triggers and patterns. Over time, many people report improved self-compassion, stronger communication, more secure attachment in relationships, and an increased ability to tolerate difficult emotions without shutting down or spiraling. My goal is for you to leave therapy with both deeper insight and real-life tools so you can feel more connected, empowered, and able to live with authenticity and intention.
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Often rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Intelligent
Open-minded
Solution oriented
Solution oriented
Humorous
Challenging
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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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Are you sick and tired of the same patterns and routines? Do you feel overwhelmed and find it difficult to keep up with your work, relationships, and health? Are you feeling stuck because of your anxiety and depression? Do you struggle with making it through the day or having a healthy work/life balance? Is your inability to manage emotions and stress impacting your daily life? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? Whether you're dealing with feeling overwhelmed, relationship issues, unresolved issues from childhood, work dissatisfaction and burnout, or cycles of anxiety and depression... I'm here to help.
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Empowering
Authentic
Humorous
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Warm
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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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Hi there, I’m Michelle, Have you not felt like yourself lately? Are you struggling to find that happy, healthy, hopeful place in life? Whether it be from relationships, personal, or just life, sometimes we can just feel overwhelmed and out of sync with who we were or who we would like to become. I am here to help facilitate that change. Together we can target the obstacles in your life and make a plan of action to put you on the right path. By using an integrative approach with effective therapeutic modalities we focus on the whole being to get you in balance. My style is eclectic utilizing an empathetic position to build rapport while empowering you to become the stronger happier version of self. I combine affirmations and metaphoric narrative to separate you from the problem, allowing you to externalize the issues rather than internalize them. I will meet you right where you are and provide a safe place for you to thrive and move forward. “If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” ~Martin Luther King Jr.
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Warm
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Authentic
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Empowering
Holistic
Open-Minded
Direct
Solution oriented

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Addiction
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
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I believe in the value of building a trusting and safe therapeutic relationship to tap into your internal strength, self-expertise, and self-expression to promote growth and support healing. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, #126521, in California, and I graduated with a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology with a specialization in Expressive Arts Therapy from California Institute of Integral Studies in 2015.
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Authentic
Empowering
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Challenging
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Humorous
Open-minded
Open-Minded
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Solution oriented

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Addiction
Coping Skills
Mood Disorders
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Making the decision to seek therapy is not an easy one, and choosing the right therapist to meet your needs can be even more daunting! As a licensed clinical psychologist, I have had the great fortune of supporting individuals from all walks of life who are working to make peace with their past, to connect with their present, and to build hope about their future. I strive to provide tailored support for my clients as they address issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship trauma and problems, communication issues, anger management, symptoms of serious mental illness, adjustment, and decision-making issues.
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Addiction
Anger Management
Anxiety
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Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed by the weight of their emotions, relationships, or life transitions. They may be navigating anxiety, depression, grief, identity shifts, or the residue of past relationship injuries that continue to shape their present. My work focuses on helping you develop awareness, create meaningful change, and strengthen your emotional resilience to move forward with confidence. I draw from evidence-based practices—such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotion-Focused approaches, and trauma-informed methods—to provide a space that is structured, encouraging, and collaborative. If you’re reading this and something resonates, I want you to know that therapy doesn’t have to be overwhelming—you don’t have to figure everything out on your own. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where your experiences are met with empathy and respect. Reaching out can feel like a big step, but it’s also a courageous one. When you’re ready, I’m here.
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Addiction
Anxiety
Chronic Illness
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I have 16-years of social work experience and 8-years experience as a licensed therapist. It is a privilege to support adults at all stages of recovery or who are trying to improve their relationship to drugs or alcohol. I have worked with patients in; public health hospitals, substance use treatment programs and remotely. In 2021 I trained to support patients in Chronic pain in order to improve their quality of life. I've found that the same tools have also been effective for adults trying to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. I live in the Bay Area and I identify as mixed race.
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Authentic
Challenging
Empowering
Solution oriented
Direct
Intelligent

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Addiction
Child or Adolescent
Family Therapy
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As a provider, my greatest strengths lie in my deep empathy, active listening, and a commitment to mindful curiosity. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and I strive to create a safe, supportive space where your unique story can be truly heard and valued. Rather than simply diagnosing a problem, I listen for the 'hidden' stories of your strengths and values that often get overshadowed. My approach to active listening is about more than just understanding; it’s about standing alongside you to deconstruct the challenges you face and uncover the skills you already possess. Together, we will collaborate to rewrite the narratives that no longer serve you, fostering a therapeutic relationship built on trust, respect, and the reclamation of your personal agency.
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Empowering
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Authentic
Warm

Specialties

Addiction
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
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I am committed to helping people regain a sense of purpose and greater understanding about what they are struggling with. I work to empower them to have some control in a chaotic world around or within them. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families throughout the greater San Diego area over the past nine years. I can offer a safe and non-judgemental space to discuss your issues where you can feel seen and heard. My aim will be to understand who you are and the world you are in to create more meaning as you begin to heal. Sometimes we can lose our way, lose sight of ourselves, or even put distance between those we love. I am passionate about helping people find their way back to themselves and work towards reconnecting with their family or community.
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Warm
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Empowering
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Addiction
Anger Management
Anxiety
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Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or exhausted from trying to keep it all together? You don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m Matthew C. Volzer, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience in mental health and 12 years helping individuals, couples, and families create lasting change through evidence-based therapy. I specialize in working with people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, relationship challenges, or the emotional weight of past trauma. My approach is practical, compassionate, and results-oriented. Drawing from CBT, trauma-focused therapy, and family systems work, I’ll help you understand the patterns that keep you stuck and give you tools to move forward with clarity and confidence. Whether you’re looking to quiet your inner critic, build stronger relationships, or simply feel more like yourself again—I’m here to support you every step of the way. If you’re ready to start feeling better and make meaningful changes in your life, I’d be honored to work with you.
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Empowering
Warm
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Holistic
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Solution oriented
Open-Minded
Solution oriented
Direct
Intelligent
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Addiction
Eating Disorders
Spirituality
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I started helping those who are seeking to up-level their experiences and shine as their true and authentic selves in 2019. My journey first started in residential treatment facilities where I held space for those in early recovery from substance use disorders. This population ranged from men's only, women's only and LGBTQ+ Many of these individuals also struggled with anxiety, depression, trauma and eating disorders. I have also had the opportunity to work with adolescents at risk of sex trafficking. This work is extremely rewarding as the clients are at an age where they are most influential and willing. I am a deeply spiritual person and practice in the study of yoga and meditation and participate in somatic healings such as Kundalini Light Intergration (KALI) and breathworks. I am also a level two Reiki practitioner (training to become a master) and a certified personal trainer. When I am not holding space for healing, I enjoy being in the outdoors, surfing, climbing, reading and cooking nutritious and fun to eat meals. I hope to continue the journey of providing a safe space for individuals where healing can occur for years to come. I offer sessions both early in the morning (5am - 7am) and later in the evening (6pm - 9pm) to accommodate those who work nine to five or those who just prefer early morning or evening therapy sessions.
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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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I work alongside all my clients, collaboratively, developing goals that matter to them. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I work on fostering a special bond between myself and each client, taking a client-centered approach that respects the unique experiences that every individual brings. I work collaboratively with clients to help set meaningful goals and offer support for a wide range of concerns, including: Anxiety, Depression, Substance Use, Bipolar Disorder, Psychotic Disorders and Autism.
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Direct
Intelligent
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Addiction
Anger Management
Career Counseling
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Hi. I'm a licensed clinical social worker and received my Masters from USC. I've provided therapy since 2010. I've spend 14 years working with adolescents but i also having experience working with veterans and people with addiction. I've worked with people that have PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, anger issues, drug and alcohol addictions; I've also facilitated various groups in schools and in psychiatric facilities
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Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Coping Skills
+5
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) providing care to clients in California and New York. I offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). My approach supports individuals navigating anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm while strengthening coping skills, fostering insight, enhancing emotional regulation, and promoting resilience, clarity, and meaningful, sustainable personal growth.
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Authentic
Intelligent
Warm
Solution oriented
Direct
Empowering
Open-Minded
Open-minded
Holistic
Humorous
Solution oriented

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Addiction
Anxiety
Grief
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I am a licensed psychotherapist in private practice, in California. My therapeutic approach is grounded in commonsense, honest dialogue, reflective listening, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. I incorporate breath work, journaling, dream exploration, and present-moment awareness to support deeper self-understanding. Our personal stories—full of both gratitude and regret—offer insight into the choices we make. In therapy, we explore those patterns, discover new options, and move forward with courage and compassion. Clients leave with practical tools, greater self-awareness, and a foundation of personal responsibility that supports lasting freedom. ( NOTE: I do have a no show, late show and late cancel policy (see "Practice Details") which includes all clients including those who have insurers who do not cover Grow Therapy for those instances. In the case of a LATE show client will be responsible for pro-rated amount note covered by their insurer. 36hr advance notice is required to cancel or reschedule.)
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Authentic
Warm
Direct
Intelligent
Open-minded
Solution oriented
Holistic
Humorous
Solution oriented

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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not like yourself? You don’t have to go through it alone. Hi, I’m Gustavo—and I’m here to help you take the next step toward feeling more grounded, empowered, and in control of your life. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, or patterns that keep holding you back, therapy offers a space to explore what’s going on—without judgment. Together, we’ll focus on building confidence, setting healthy boundaries, and strengthening your relationships—starting with the one you have with yourself. Your story matters, and I’m here to support you every step of the way.
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Authentic
Warm
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Empowering
Humorous
Direct
Open-minded
Challenging
Holistic
Open-Minded
Solution oriented

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Addiction
Anxiety
Coping Skills
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I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, addiction, life transitions and relationship challenges. I believe therapy is a journey inward—one that honors the mind, heart, and spirit. My goal is to help clients reconnect with their inner strengths and their Best Self: the part of you that is grounded in clarity, resilience, and compassion. At any stage of life, your Best Self remains present—offering wisdom, healing, and the possibility of deep inner peace even in the presence of deep pain or long-standing challenges. I hold a Master of Arts in Spiritual and Counseling Psychology and have trained in grief and loss, community mental health, psychiatric settings, and addiction treatment. In my private practice, I am deeply committed to creating a safe, shame-free, and growth-oriented space that honors each client’s unique healing process. My therapeutic approach is integrative, relational, and grounded in deep caring and lived experience. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful patterns; mindfulness and acceptance-based practices to cultivate present-moment awareness and self-compassion; and humanistic and spiritual perspectives that invite exploration of meaning, authenticity, and purpose. Therapy is a collaborative process. Together we work in a compassionate space to reconnect with your Best Self—honoring a lifetime of experience while cultivating peace, resilience, and self-compassion in all seasons of life.
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Intelligent
Direct
Solution oriented
Authentic
Empowering
Holistic

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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You might be at a turning point. Drained by work or the people around you, disconnected from whatever used to give things meaning, or trying to find your footing after a major life change. Maybe anxiety creeps in, thoughts get stuck on repeat, or there's a heaviness you can't quite shake. These are the kinds of crossroads I help people navigate. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Sacramento. My background spans community mental health, residential treatment, and crisis intervention, with a focus on addiction recovery, trauma, and complex life transitions. Before that, 15 years in the arts and nonprofit world gave me a close-up view of the burnout that people who give a lot of themselves often carry quietly.
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Often rebooked

Authentic
Solution oriented
Empowering
Intelligent
Direct
Humorous
Open-minded
Warm

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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Hello! I’m Gloria, a Filipina licensed clinical psychologist originally from Guam, now based in the Bay Area, CA. I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and have specialized training in treating depression, anxiety, addiction, and multicultural concerns, areas that continue to guide my work today. My clinical experience includes working in a variety of settings, where I’ve supported clients through identity exploration, emotional challenges, and major life transitions. I integrate evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing, and tailor each session to your unique needs and goals. Before becoming a psychologist, I spent eight years as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in a memory care unit, supporting individuals with dementia and their families. That experience shaped my understanding of caregiver stress and inspired my doctoral dissertation, which focused on the emotional impact of caregiving. It also deepened my belief that self-care and balance aren’t luxuries, they’re essential to our well-being. At the core of my work is the belief that therapy should be a safe, inclusive, and empowering space, one where your full self is welcomed and affirmed. I bring a deep commitment to cultural sensitivity, authenticity, and compassion, drawing from both my professional training and lived experience. Therapy with me is not just about managing challenges, it’s about growth, healing, and creating a life that feels true to you. I look forward to walking alongside you on that journey.
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Solution oriented
Direct
Intelligent
Authentic
Empowering
Humorous
Open-minded

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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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All things are interconnected. To feel better, you have to act better. To feel better, you have to think better. To think better, you have to feel better. To act better, you have to think better. To think, feel, and act better, you have to care for your physical health. To care for your physical health, you have to think, feel, and act better. Each has a corresponding effect on the other. However, the aspect of ourselves that we have the most direct control of is what we do, our acting. While we can influence other people, we cannot control other people. A great source of conflict and unhappiness results from our efforts to control others. If you want better relationships, the only thing we can control is what we do, how we choose to relate. We are responsible for what we do. Others are responsible for what they do. Accepting this fundamental reality and thinking, feeling, and acting in accordance with it is how we increase our experience of power, freedom, belonging, meaning and, very importantly, fun. My professional experience includes over 30 years of post-Master’s clinical work, including leadership experience in foster care, chemical abuse and addiction, inpatient and outpatient mental health services, and crisis intervention, de-escalation, and hospitalization. I am experienced in working with ages three through the elderly. I have worked extensively with youth and families, diverse populations and life issues, providing services in various settings, including family homes, schools, juvenile detention facilities, jails, outpatient clinics, and inpatient psychiatric facilities.
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Warm
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Intelligent
Direct
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Humorous
Solution oriented
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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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I specialize in relationship conflicts, feeling constantly overwhelmed (nervous system in fight or flight mode), difficulty with regulating emotions/or expressing emotions, navigating major life challenges, struggling with triggers and guilt, break up/divorce, getting stuck in the thought spirals, or just feeling anxious and depressed by life. When your nervous system is constantly stressed, you spend all of your energy managing or worrying about everyone else's moods or trying to keep your head above water, it's easy to lose sight of who you are. My style is down to earth, engaged, and collaborative (vs just listening and validating you). I will provide you a safe space to share your story, and help you identify the patterns that keep you stuck, as I believe that is vital for your growth. Together, we can learn new tools that actually work so that you can reclaim your sense of peace. I try to balance warmth and validation with honest feedback and the "why" this happening (the neuroscience behind it, if it helps you). I believe that therapy is most effective when it honors your heritage, values, and lived experience. I welcome all cultural backgrounds and am LGBTQ affirming.
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Intelligent
Warm
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Authentic
Solution oriented
Direct
Open-Minded
Open-minded
Solution oriented
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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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"Hello, my name is Peggy Stewart, and I have been practicing psychotherapy for over a decade. I am a professor at the University of Southern California, where I teach aspiring mental health professionals. I am a Licensed Psychotherapist (LCSW) and a PhD candidate in Clinical Psychology. My approach to therapy is to assist my clients in achieving an improved quality of life."
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Solution oriented
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Authentic
Direct
Humorous
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Open-minded
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Addiction
ADHD
Mood Disorders
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Welcome! How have you been feeling lately? If you have been feeling like something is not right, or that it is time to address something that has been bothering you for a while, then perhaps we should talk. Whether it’s trauma, mood difficulties, low self-esteem, attention issues, interpersonal conflicts, maladaptive habits, pain management, or personality disorders, you are always welcome here. I am Dr. Anton Serzhan, Psy.D. (Dr. Anton), and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologis. For years, I have worked with a variety of populations, including veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, injury recovery patients, and those living with chronic pain. I work with adults of all age groups, both in individual therapy and couples sessions. I specialize in the application of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Assertive Communication Skills (ACS), Insight-Oriented Therapy (IOT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), guided breathing, Validation Therapy (VT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I am here to be your guide, your resource, and your support. Ready to change your life? Then here we go!
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Open-minded
Direct
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Intelligent
Humorous
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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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I am a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker with approximately 14 years of experience working with adults and youth. I am compassionate, and curious therapist and in my practice, I create a safe and trusting environment, providing my clients with the emotional support needed to overcome challenging issues and make positive adjustments to be and feel your best. My approach helps clients find their own way through reflection, self care and self compassion.
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Often rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
Direct
Empowering
Intelligent
Open-minded
Solution oriented
Holistic
Challenging
Humorous
Open-Minded

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in working with teens, adults, and families. I enjoy working together with my clients and listening to what they want to achieve. I support my clients by providing them with the skills they need to manage their daily struggles and ultimately reach their goals. My approach to therapy is person-centered as it allows clients to gain their own understanding of their experiences to help them with their personal growth. I use evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and mindfulness techniques to support my clients in the healing process. I like to individualize each of my client's needs, and there is a vast assortment of many other approaches and tools that I use. I'm honored to be trusted by my clients and to support them with their mental health. Knowing that I have a part in affecting the lives of others is very rewarding to me. I get great pleasure in educating and helping people reach their fullest potential to live their best life.
VirtualAvailable
Direct
Solution oriented
Intelligent
Authentic
Open-minded
Empowering
Humorous
Warm
Open-Minded
Solution oriented

Specialties

Addiction
Anger Management
Grief
+5
Hi! I'm Wen. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I help adults who are struggling to deal with everyday stressors and burnout. I empathetically listen to what you have to share and want to fully understand your situation before working collaboratively on solutions. I consider myself a direct person and try to break down the concepts that I teach into easily understood ideas.
VirtualAvailable
Direct
Solution oriented
Authentic
Intelligent
Warm
Empowering
Open-minded
Challenging
Holistic
Open-Minded
Humorous
Solution oriented

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Coping Skills
+9
Hello, I am an older adult who came to this career after a long career in the non-profit sector. Over the years, I have worked with a wide variety of clients with a wide variety of issues and circumstances. The bulk of my previous experience in the nonprofit world was in substance use disorder treatment programs. My training as a therapist includes specialized training for a wide variety of disorders. I am known for being empathic, honest and insightful and a relentless cheerleader for my clients. I am very interactive and I will offer liberal doses of feedback and suggestions. I will provide psycho-education and will look to you for feedback about how you are feeling about the therapy. We will address the therapy as a team.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Open-minded
Solution oriented
Intelligent
Direct
Holistic
Humorous

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Hi! CA and AZ licensed therapist (LMFT, LPCC) with an integrative approach. I received two Masters degrees in Psychology, and am working on a PhD. I've been working for 10 years in the mental health field, 8 years in clinical practice. I have supported clients in all areas such as: processing and understanding emotions, identity exploration, personal/soul growth, goal-setting, overcoming and understanding addictions, spiritual support, developing healthy boundaries, working through grief and loss, career challenges, religious trauma, cultural trauma, LGBTQ+ affirming care, dreamwork, etc.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Direct
Holistic
Humorous
Intelligent
Open-Minded
Solution oriented

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Coping Skills
+7
I truly want to understand and align with my clients, to provide a unique healing experience, and help my clients to gain insights that they may not have had or experienced before. I help my clients develop coping skills that are unique to them, setting them up for the best possible outcome, because the therapy is tailored to their needs.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Authentic
Warm

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Coping Skills
+4
Hi. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I have years of experience working with clients in a psychiatric hospital setting as well as substance abuse outpatient treatment facility. I have worked with children, teens, and adults. I have worked with individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, adjusting to new environments/life changes, and those working on their sobriety.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Open-minded
Intelligent
Humorous
Solution oriented
Challenging
Direct
Empowering
Open-Minded
Solution oriented

Specialties

Addiction
Couples Counseling
Grief
+10
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Art Therapist based in California. I have two masters degrees one from Notre Dame de Namur University in Counseling and Art Therapy, CA and an MA from Hunter in NYC. Most of my experience is with children, couples, families and severe mental illness, also PTSD, Military Trauma, Substance use and ( for children ) parental imprisonment. I have also worked extensively with teenagers and sexual abuse. My style is attachment based and i may use art therapy directives if this is something you would like to explore. Apart from Trauma and especially sexual trauma, sex addiction and substance use i am also well versed in Perinatal, Post Partum and Parenting.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Solution oriented
Direct
Intelligent
Open-minded
Challenging
Holistic
Humorous
Open-Minded
Solution oriented

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Hi, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received my Master's degree in Psychology and have been practicing in this field for over 6 years. Currently I have over 2 years of experience working in the field of addiction, my experience entails providing individual therapy, family therapy, group sessions, crisis intervention, and diagnosing. I assist individuals in addressing their areas of concern in a non-judgmental and compassionate manner.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Direct
Solution oriented
Warm

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
+3
Do you worry too much about different things? Are you hard on yourself, withdraw from others or struggle to engage in life due to feeling down? Would you like to feel less anxious, less depressed or finally work through unresolved trauma? Establishing a relationship with a well-informed therapist provides for no longer feeling alone in your experiences and safely addressing such underlying issues that may be keeping you stuck in your problems, preventing you from reaching your goals and living your best life. I am trained in a variety of evidenced-based therapy approaches to best meet your needs with a personalized care experience. I use Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, EMDR, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies. This means I am centered in meeting you where you're at and promoting your ability to heal from the past as well as better manage thoughts, feelings and behaviors. I offer expertise in treating anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, anger management, and relationship problems. We improve through feeling understood and more capable of managing life's challenges. I am committed to provide a supportive relationship that enhances your ability to work through obstacles and strive for enjoying a life worth living. I consider my work with those I serve to be a privilege and look forward to supporting you in your journey forward!
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Warm
Empowering
Humorous
Open-minded
Direct

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Chronic Illness
+2
Hello, my name is Michael Chavez, LCSW, and I provide individual therapy to adults facing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, work related stress, and relationship issues. I understand how tough life can be. Before I became a therapist, I went through my own challenges — unhoused, unemployed, and struggling with substance use. Getting sober and working my way through college wasn’t easy, but it shaped the way I show up for others now: with understanding, patience, and zero judgment.
VirtualAvailable
Solution oriented
Authentic
Empowering
Holistic
Humorous
Open-Minded
Direct
Intelligent
Warm

Specialties

Addiction
ADHD
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Hello and welcome! My name is Joel Bovey and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker here on Grow Therapy. You have taken the first and most important step by reaching out for help. I know it’s not easy and often times brings up a lot of anxiety and fears. I’m here to support you along the way. I offer a safe space to open up and unpack all those difficult life experiences and help you put them back together in a more complete perfect imperfection. Thanks again for stopping by along this journey called life and hope to hear from you soon! Warm regards, Joel Bovey, LCSW
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Men's Issues
+9
My name is David Haro. I am a millennial Hispanic man born and raised in Southern California, and I found my passion for mental health by growing up with a family member who suffered from schizophrenia. I did not know it at the time, but those years of trauma shaped me into the caring, empathetic, and compassionate human I feel I have become today. I try to meet my clients where they are and try to help them grow as much as they are able to in the time that we work together. I employ a Person-centered approach where the client is the expert, and I am a guide on their journey of self-discovery and healing. I look forward to working with you!
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Solution oriented
Open-minded
Authentic
Intelligent
Direct
Challenging
Empowering

Specialties

Addiction
ADHD
Anxiety
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Hello! I am Jeff, a licensed therapist practicing in California and Washington. I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and difficulties in relationships. As a certified ADHD therapist, we will work together in improving your focus, motivation, and time management. Moreover as an RLT trained therapist, I will provide support in resolving difficulties in relationships, emotional distress, and feelings of disconnect and isolation. I understand the importance of connecting with you. Your thoughts, emotions, and experiences are essential to the therapeutic process. I will help you identify and bring insight into core issues in your personal life and relationships. We will work together to discover your best self.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Direct
Open-Minded
Empowering
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Solution oriented

Specialties

Addiction
Depression
Anger Management
+3
Congratulations on taking steps to better yourself. My name is Vincent, and I'm a licensed therapist based in California with over 20 years of experience. If you are ready for positive change, then let’s begin the journey. I've helped everyone from high school teens to older adults overcome life challenges and gain a better understanding of their situation. I bring a wealth of experience and I'm here to support you.
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