Supportive Therapy Therapists in California

Supportive Therapy provides empathetic and validating mental health support, creating a safe space for individuals to express their feelings, reduce stress, and build coping skills. Often used as a companion to other therapeutic approaches, supportive therapy offers comfort and reassurance through life’s challenges. With 24 supportive therapists in California, clients can find compassionate, nonjudgmental support tailored to their needs. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist listed below is currently accepting new clients, with availability in the coming weeks for timely, affirming care.

Molly Martin

Molly Martin  , LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

$150/session
LMFT
13 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! My name is Molly and I've been a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 2012. A little about myself, I'm originally from MN, I've resided in Southern CA for several decades now. I have a few mixed fur-babies and enjoy taking them on walks and to the park. I stay busy parenting a 14 year old teen, reading, taking hikes, and I'm working on planning some travel one of these days - something that got away from me as life got busy. I also enjoy live music and times at the beach.

Luke Barrett

(he/him)

Luke Barrett, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

$100/session
LCSW
7 years of experience
Virtual
Luke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in emergency medical services, hospital emergency departments, and health care for the homeless. He is a United States Coast Guard veteran located in California. Luke has a bachelor's degree in psychology, a master's degree in social work, and a master's degree in public administration. Luke believes in solution focused therapy, positive psychology, harm reduction, and cognitive behavioral therapy to improve quality of life and achieve goals. In therapy, Luke emphasizes healthy habit development, consistent focus on goals, and accountability.

Susie Cortez

(she/her)

Susie Cortez, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$150/session
LCSW
25 years of experience
Virtual
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing for 25 years. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults that suffer from ADHD, Depression and/or Anxiety. I use a variety of therapeutic methods to help my clients be the best version of themselves. I am also a Certified Grief Informed therapist and have helped many adolescents and adults work through their loss.

Jessica Peraza

(she/her)

Jessica Peraza, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LCSW
9 years of experience
Virtual
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, practicing for 9 years in mental health and medical settings. I'm here to listen, offer you perspective and help you gain insight if you allow me. My goal is to make a human connection, help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and be a support to you as you navigate the various stressors that come with life. I'm a queer Latina, bilingual, second generation, and a working professional. I've worked with children, adolescents, older adults and currently work in a forensic psychiatric setting outside of providing therapy. I've supervised social work students and mental health therapists working toward licensure. I understand that we are all dynamic individuals, and will work with you to help you find a more authentic self, find ways for you to thrive, and hold space when you need to express your feelings and simply be listened to.

Erica Garcia

(she/her)

Erica Garcia, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

$175/session
LMFT
7 years of experience
Virtual
My name is Erica Garcia, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in San Mateo, California. I work with individuals from different backgrounds facing a broad range of matters. I demonstrate a multicultural and trauma-focused perspective. I strive to help you identify the obstacles that are getting in the way of living the kind of life you want to live while also working collaboratively with you to help you move towards what matters in your life.

Raven P.

(she/her)

Raven P., LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$140/session
LCSW
9 years of experience
Virtual
I believe that mind, body, and spirit are all interconnected. Mental health is not a destination, but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you are going. I am here as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, in practice since 2016, I specialize in treating Anxiety, Depression, Grief & Loss, Life Transitions, Relationships, Faith-based Counseling, and Parenting. I am proud of you for taking the first step towards therapy. Change can be hard and taking this first step is not always easy. I aim to provide a safe, judgment free space to anyone looking for help and wanting positive change. We will address your thoughts and feelings at a pace that works best for you. My therapy style is supportive, reassuring, accepting, and genuine. In our therapeutic relationship, I will provide tools you need to reach your goals. You will do all the heavy lifting, but I will be here to support and encourage change.

Tasfia Abhadhan

(she/her)

Tasfia Abhadhan, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$125/session
LMFT
15 years of experience
Virtual
Hello, I'm Tasfia, I'm a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist with a passion to help individuals reach their personal goals. I have over 10 years experience providing individual therapy, family work and case management for children, adolescents and adults. My approach to therapy is cohesive and client-centered. I assist individuals identify their strengths and barriers through individual therapy, behavioral rehabilitation, and collateral support within a multicultural community.

Natalie Juarez

(she/her)

Natalie Juarez, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$220/session
LCSW
16 years of experience
Virtual
Welcome, my name is Natalie Juarez! I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CA. I help my clients learn to navigate life transitions, not feel so stressed, and find a healthy work-life balance. It can be intimidating to feel like others don't relate to your experience sometimes. But you have a support system even if you aren't aware of it yet, and I can help you find it and use it to get through difficult transitions in life. If anxiety, self-doubt, or frustration is getting in the way of connecting with others or accomplishing what you want, then reach out and we can explore how to help you find your way again! I'll help you figure out what you want and help you take necessary steps to get there. Learn to speak up when needed, to not give in to others' expectations and pressures, to find a healthy work-life balance, and to succeed in new settings. Learn to go through life transitions with mindfulness and intention. I accept Aetna, Kaiser NorCal, and Private Pay (sliding scale slots may be available if opting for private pay).

Maritza Grau

Maritza Grau, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$200/session
LCSW
35 years of experience
Virtual
Hello, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California with over 35 years of experience. I earned my master's degree from Barry University in Miami, Florida and have been dedicated my career to helping adults. I navigate PTSD, Depression and Life Challenges empowering them to become the best selves. I am fully bilingual in English and Spanish and have had the privilege of working in diverse settings across Florida, Puerto Rico and California. My professional experience includes university teaching, facilitating workshops and webinars, and serving as a consultant in various roles.

Maria Vega

(she/her)

Maria Vega, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LCSW
5 years of experience
Virtual
My name is Maria Vega and I am an LCSW. I have been practicing therapy for over 5 years now but have been in the social service field for over 10 years. I have experienced provided supportive therapy, CBT, and DBT to adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life transitions, and personality disorder. I love to provide psycho-education into coping skills, such as DBT mindfulness.

Maria Avila

(She/Her/Ella)

Maria Avila, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$160/session
LCSW
5 years of experience
Virtual
Hola! My name is Maria, I'm a first-generation therapist seeing clients in person & virtually from Ventura, CA. I specialize in working with women who have experienced sexual abuse and supporting daughters who have experienced emotional neglect due to emotionally immature or unavailable parents. In therapy, we do the work to become the adults we've always deserved to be.In our work together, my goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore the impact of your past and how it’s showing up in your life now. I take a compassionate, client-centered approach, drawing from different therapeutic methods like Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Healing, and EMDR, depending on what fits best for you. We’ll dive deep into the emotional and physical toll of trauma, whether it’s from childhood sexual abuse, growing up with emotionally unavailable parents, or navigating the complexities of being a first-generation individual. I’m here to help you unpack feelings of guilt, shame, or anxiety and work through patterns that no longer serve you. Together, we’ll also look at how cultural expectations and intergenerational trauma may have played a role in shaping your experiences.

Esther Bang

Esther Bang, LP - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$250/session
LP
22 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of clinical experience in helping clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, cultural issues, life transitions, relationship issues, and their sense of identity. My goal is to help you explore obstacles to your growth, foster insight, and provide support and guidance to help you make necessary changes to alleviate emotional pain, gain self-esteem, and improve the quality of your life.

Stephanie Hardison

(she/her)

Stephanie Hardison, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$200/session
LCSW
8 years of experience
Virtual
Bienvenidas! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and Colorado. I serve my clients with a pro-body and anti-diet lens which means I will actively support you in dismantling fatphobia. Along with providing fat-positive wellness, I offer a nurturing space to process career changes, burnout, and becoming a cycle breaker within the BIPOC community. As a first-generation daughter of immigrants, I aim to create a safe and nurturing space with folks who are either new to therapy or are returning.

Armine Manukian

(she/her)

Armine Manukian, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$200/session
LCSW
16 years of experience
Virtual
I'm a Licensed Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I received my Master's from the University of Southern California. I have provided mental health services for 16 years, helping clients with a wild range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, grief/loss, chronic illness, postpartum, problematic relationships, behavioral issues, personality traits and life/career transitions in diverse populations of adults. Given my experience, I have developed a therapeutic approach based on clients' needs. I combine evidence-based interventions with cognitive and psychodynamic therapies. I provide a supportive environment where clients openly and safely express their experiences, emotions, and thoughts with acceptance and non-judgment.

Andrea Colegrove

(she/her)

Andrea Colegrove, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$200/session
LCSW
12 years of experience
Virtual
Here to help you gain new perspectives and begin to thrive again. I believe in therapy that is compassionate, approachable, and collaborative. That means that I don’t show up to this process believing I know “more” or “better,” but rather, am a partner with you on this journey: offering new perspectives and unconditional support to help you begin to thrive again

Judith Leitch

(she/they)

Judith Leitch, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$180/session
LCSW
14 years of experience
Virtual
I'm here to provide an encouraging experience where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly while working towards your goals. As a provider, I am supportive, validating, and focused on you. Within this framework, I am also honest and direct, qualities I find many people appreciate in a therapeutic relationship. I think of therapy as a tool that can get you to a new way of thinking or out of a rut. Therapy can also be hard work, but that doesn't mean it has to be a hard time. I've been in the field long enough to know how normal having problems is. The people I work with appreciate that therapy can be a place to laugh, cry, and sometimes both at the same time. Life is weird, but having help can help.

Dr. Yajaira Kennison

Dr. Yajaira Kennison , LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$325/session
LCSW
14 years of experience
Virtual
Hello and thank you for stopping by! I'd like to share a bit about me should you consider selecting me as your therapist. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, and I am competent in Hispanic cultural needs, and especially enjoy working with the Asian and the Latino community. I provide weekly online talk therapy to Catholic based mental health adults in their 30s and 40s, especially those wanting to learn how to handle overwhelming emotions, cope with life stressors, find balance and stability, and learn tools for a calmer mind. I have been in the field of mental health for over 10 years and enjoy working with motivated, growth-oriented clients who want to improve their engagement in life. I am also a practicing Catholic, and use the Catholic faith into the therapeutic and treatment process, so those choosing me as your therapist, will be encouraged to use the Catholic faith, and I absolutely love working with Catholic clients because I get to share my full self with them. Therapy is short-term through the use of an eclectic approach that enables me to fit each client’s unique needs. When I am not working, I spend time with my dog, either on another adventure across the world, or enjoying the outdoors locally! I am currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California: LCSW # 79259

Katie McManus

(she/her)

Katie McManus, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

$125/session
LCSW
17 years of experience
Virtual
Greetings! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Clinical Supervisor based in California. I received my Masters from the University of Washington and have been practicing since 2006. In my personal experiences, I am a mother to a biological child and a step child. My early years were impacted by toxic relationships, substance abuse, divorce, parental suicide, blending of families. Setting and enforcing boundaries did not come naturally to me and is something I am continuously working on. In my experience as a therapy client, I have disliked working therapists who are blank slates. Therapy is a relational experience and I bring my wisdom and personal experiences into the therapeutic process when appropriate. I help individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and avoidant and self-destructive behaviors become the best versions of themselves.

Paul Ellingsen

(he/him)

Paul Ellingsen, LMFT - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$120/session
LMFT
30 years of experience
Virtual
I am a licensed psychotherapist and hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in psychology. I have over 30 years experience and have performed thousands of hours of counseling. I have worked across a broad spectrum of mental health settings including private practice, CPS, Residential Treatment Centers, substance abuse facilities, psychiatric hospitals, and conducted psychiatric evaluations in a hospital ER. I've seen it all and dealt with it all. My life’s work has been dedicated to assisting people overcoming problems, and living happier, more rewarding and fulfilling lives.

Mandy Leonards

(she/her)

Mandy Leonards, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$150/session
LCSW
16 years of experience
Virtual
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in San Diego, CA but I am also licensed in Indiana. I moved to CA in 2020 with my husband and two children. I have been a therapist for over 15 years, and I have worked in schools, crisis, outpatient, inpatient and moved into private practice full time in 2016. I became trained and certified in EMDR in 2016, and when COVID hit in 2020, moved my practice entirely online. I work mostly with young adults and women with trauma, eating disorders, and relationship issues.

Tana Szoyka

(she/her)

Tana Szoyka, LPCC - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$150/session
LPCC
6 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! My name is Tana, and I am a licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California. I hold a master's degree from the University of Redlands and have over five years of experience working with indigenous communities and people of color. While my education and training equip me as a competent therapist, I believe that the true cornerstone of effective therapy is the value I place on the therapeutic relationship. It is this focus that fosters change and healing for those I have the privilege to support.

Sheilly (pronounced Shelly) Arora

Sheilly (pronounced Shelly) Arora, LP - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$250/session
LP
18 years of experience
Virtual
My name is Sheilly Arora, and I am a practicing psychologist for almost 20 years. I love what I do and find it a privilege to be of help to others. I am fluent in several Evidence Based treatments including and not limited to treatments for depression, anxiety, chronic pain, insomnia and PTSD. While originally from the East coast, I did both my internship and post-doctoral training in California. I have been here ever since and feel lucky to be able to call California my home.

Keesha Sledge

Keesha Sledge, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$150/session
LCSW
11 years of experience
Virtual
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in the states of Alabama, California, Virginia, Texas, Tennessee, Florida , Hawaii, New Mexico, Arkansas, and Georgia. She has over 10 years of experience working with adults, children and couples seeking help with depression, relationship issues, anxiety and major life stressors. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Social Work from The University of Alabama at Birmingham and received her Master of Science in Social Work from The University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Al. I utilizes relational, collaborative, strength based, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness based, solution focused and emotionally focused approaches to therapy always maintaining the creativity, flexibility and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique individual and couple. I want to establish a caring relationships with clients to assist in building on your strengths and better collaborate with you towards meeting your goals and living the meaningful life you value and desire.

Kayla Corazao

Kayla Corazao, LCSW - California Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LCSW
12 years of experience
Virtual
Change is hard, not having the tools, direction and support make the process even harder. I can help you identify areas that may be keeping you stuck. I also provide wellness and behavioral health coaching in addition to traditional therapy. The atmosphere that is created in the therapy session is one of warmth, safety, and acceptance. I have a straightforward, interactive approach to treatment. I am passionate about my work and strongly believe in the healing benefits of therapy. Reach out to me, I’d love to help you help heal, connect, & thrive. Together we can create the life you want.

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Why use Gender, Age, and Identities filters?

Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.

What to expect during your first session?

Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs.

Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center. Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.
Supportive Therapists