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Linda W Hamilton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91723  (Online Only)
I have experience, working with CULTURALLY DIVERSE individuals, couples, children and families; clients diagnosed with variety of presenting problems including marital issues, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, , Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder.
My philosophy is that every client deserves personalized care, respect, and responsiveness. This attitude helps clients feel safe enough to consider new ways of approaching life's challenges.
I have experience, working with CULTURALLY DIVERSE individuals, couples, children and families; clients diagnosed with variety of presenting problems including marital issues, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, , Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder.
My philosophy is that every client deserves personalized care, respect, and responsiveness. This attitude helps clients feel safe enough to consider new ways of approaching life's challenges.
(626) 498-8843 View (626) 498-8843
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Muna Hattar-Mendoza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91723
Life can be difficult, busy, and stressful. I’d like to help you figure out where to focus your energy and what insecurities are getting in the way of your purpose. I am committed to creating a warm, safe place for you to share your struggles and stories. I use Telehealth video conferencing to help you make therapy work for your schedule. Above all, my approach is strength based. You have dynamic strengths. Together we can identify and develop those strengths to better equip you to address life's problems. I am focused on helping people create strong and health relationships.
Life can be difficult, busy, and stressful. I’d like to help you figure out where to focus your energy and what insecurities are getting in the way of your purpose. I am committed to creating a warm, safe place for you to share your struggles and stories. I use Telehealth video conferencing to help you make therapy work for your schedule. Above all, my approach is strength based. You have dynamic strengths. Together we can identify and develop those strengths to better equip you to address life's problems. I am focused on helping people create strong and health relationships.
(626) 469-4512 View (626) 469-4512
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Charles Gustafson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91723  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
We are involved in three different relationship.
I have practiced psychotherapy for over 40 years. I have developed a parenting educational program and I have written material on the dynamics and structure of a successful marriage which I assign as a homework tool when I am working with couples. We live in our marriages. If the marital structure is healthy and sound, our marriage will nurture us and provide a haven from the stresses of the outside world.
We are involved in three different relationship.
I have practiced psychotherapy for over 40 years. I have developed a parenting educational program and I have written material on the dynamics and structure of a successful marriage which I assign as a homework tool when I am working with couples. We live in our marriages. If the marital structure is healthy and sound, our marriage will nurture us and provide a haven from the stresses of the outside world.
(626) 344-9945 View (626) 344-9945

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Chantal Daley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91791
Understanding these connections and examining toxic relationship patterns is necessary.
Do you find yourself having a difficult time coping with anxiety, depression, and trauma? Do you have a hard time communicating and setting boundaries with others? Life is full of obstacles and hardships that may be difficult to overcome without the right tools, resources, and, guidance leading to the manifestation of these symptoms. I specialize in working with adults, couples, and adolescents using a Psychodynamic approach to explore unconscious thoughts and behaviors. In doing this, we are able to collaboratively recognize old ineffective patterns and process unresolved feelings and trauma.
Understanding these connections and examining toxic relationship patterns is necessary.
Do you find yourself having a difficult time coping with anxiety, depression, and trauma? Do you have a hard time communicating and setting boundaries with others? Life is full of obstacles and hardships that may be difficult to overcome without the right tools, resources, and, guidance leading to the manifestation of these symptoms. I specialize in working with adults, couples, and adolescents using a Psychodynamic approach to explore unconscious thoughts and behaviors. In doing this, we are able to collaboratively recognize old ineffective patterns and process unresolved feelings and trauma.
(714) 266-3416 View (714) 266-3416
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Bob Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Dimas, CA 91773
If resolving problems were the only reason people struggled in a relationship then one rule book for problem solving would be all that is needed.
I kept my office open during the COVID Crisis but when it ended people did not want to come to an office. I simi-retired & work through Zoom. I have lowered my fee to reflect the benefit of working online. While it is not my preferred way of working with clients, it allows me to continue to work. I left Saddleback Church where I was the Pastor of Pastoral Care for 17+years. I've been a licensed marriage & family counselor for 35+ years. I respect the fact that everyone needs to make a personal decision about their faith but I do approach therapy using Christian perspectives & values.
If resolving problems were the only reason people struggled in a relationship then one rule book for problem solving would be all that is needed.
I kept my office open during the COVID Crisis but when it ended people did not want to come to an office. I simi-retired & work through Zoom. I have lowered my fee to reflect the benefit of working online. While it is not my preferred way of working with clients, it allows me to continue to work. I left Saddleback Church where I was the Pastor of Pastoral Care for 17+years. I've been a licensed marriage & family counselor for 35+ years. I respect the fact that everyone needs to make a personal decision about their faith but I do approach therapy using Christian perspectives & values.
(949) 518-3753 View (949) 518-3753
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Ansely Henriquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91724
I have had the privilege to serve my clients in multiple settings; individual, couples, family, and group therapy.
“Now accepting new clients!” I am a bi-lingual Spanish speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the field of social work and mental health. I am trained in multiple evidenced-based practices which has elevated my experience in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
I have had the privilege to serve my clients in multiple settings; individual, couples, family, and group therapy.
“Now accepting new clients!” I am a bi-lingual Spanish speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the field of social work and mental health. I am trained in multiple evidenced-based practices which has elevated my experience in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
(562) 526-1467 View (562) 526-1467
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Wilfredo Canizalez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, IMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Azusa, CA 91702
I have professional experience with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, forgiveness, multi-generational family reconciliation, individuals, couples, and families, parenting skills, domestic violence, trauma, and history of abuse.
I believe you're here for a reason, and that God has a purpose for you. Depression, anxiety, marital issues, eating disorders, and many other problems, keep us from living full lives. I became a therapist because I have a passion for helping people who are hurting, and want more out of life. I believe my greatest strength is helping people find the missing keys needed to make positive change. I believe I connect well with my clients by not judging them and by empathizing with their struggles. I am passionate about helping people find the happiness they're looking for.
I have professional experience with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, forgiveness, multi-generational family reconciliation, individuals, couples, and families, parenting skills, domestic violence, trauma, and history of abuse.
I believe you're here for a reason, and that God has a purpose for you. Depression, anxiety, marital issues, eating disorders, and many other problems, keep us from living full lives. I became a therapist because I have a passion for helping people who are hurting, and want more out of life. I believe my greatest strength is helping people find the missing keys needed to make positive change. I believe I connect well with my clients by not judging them and by empathizing with their struggles. I am passionate about helping people find the happiness they're looking for.
(818) 272-1095 View (818) 272-1095
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Carrie Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91724
I believe that there are solutions to the problems we face in life and that the therapeutic relationship should be collaborative and empowering.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have been practicing for 20 years, working with individuals, couples, families, and children. My specialties include marriage crisis, divorce, child custody, co parenting, blended families, relational problems, life transitions, infants and children, trauma treatment, crisis intervention, grief and loss, and parenting issues.
I believe that there are solutions to the problems we face in life and that the therapeutic relationship should be collaborative and empowering.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have been practicing for 20 years, working with individuals, couples, families, and children. My specialties include marriage crisis, divorce, child custody, co parenting, blended families, relational problems, life transitions, infants and children, trauma treatment, crisis intervention, grief and loss, and parenting issues.
(626) 594-9221 View (626) 594-9221
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Casabella Therapy Clinic
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, Clinica, Supervi
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91722
Many people ask themselves if counseling is a positive option for them. The fact is, therapy can help mainly in understanding yourself better. Understanding how the way you interact is a critical part of the life you are living and how it impacts the big picture. I have a PhD in Clinical Psychology and I've been a Psychologist since 1990. I hold a license in MFT in California. I have worked with individuals, couples, adults, adolescents, for many years. Don't hesitate to call to see if we could be a good fit.
Many people ask themselves if counseling is a positive option for them. The fact is, therapy can help mainly in understanding yourself better. Understanding how the way you interact is a critical part of the life you are living and how it impacts the big picture. I have a PhD in Clinical Psychology and I've been a Psychologist since 1990. I hold a license in MFT in California. I have worked with individuals, couples, adults, adolescents, for many years. Don't hesitate to call to see if we could be a good fit.
(626) 344-9954 View (626) 344-9954
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Tiny Steps Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91724
For adults and couples, we provide individual and couples therapy that supports addition recovery, self understanding and relationship growth.
Hope is the heartbeat of our soul! Life can bring us difficult situations that seems impossible to overcome and sometimes we just need to take tiny steps to be able to overcome them. Living in a saturated, fast-paced world can lead us to look for quick fixes and magic bullets. At Tiny Steps, we believe in healing, the process of gradually becoming well again, through the integration of the body and the soul.
For adults and couples, we provide individual and couples therapy that supports addition recovery, self understanding and relationship growth.
Hope is the heartbeat of our soul! Life can bring us difficult situations that seems impossible to overcome and sometimes we just need to take tiny steps to be able to overcome them. Living in a saturated, fast-paced world can lead us to look for quick fixes and magic bullets. At Tiny Steps, we believe in healing, the process of gradually becoming well again, through the integration of the body and the soul.
(909) 487-1722 View (909) 487-1722
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Sunrise Therapy Center (STC)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91791  (Online Only)
We are in it to win it! Let's work together to bring healing in your life, for your children, in your relationship, and for your family! We approach our work with an attitude of hope and acceptance; and from a holistic, attachment focused, strategic, and trauma informed framework. Akiah (founder, Owner, Supervisor) has over 15 years of experience as a therapist working with families, couples, individuals, and children.
We are in it to win it! Let's work together to bring healing in your life, for your children, in your relationship, and for your family! We approach our work with an attitude of hope and acceptance; and from a holistic, attachment focused, strategic, and trauma informed framework. Akiah (founder, Owner, Supervisor) has over 15 years of experience as a therapist working with families, couples, individuals, and children.
(626) 603-8295 View (626) 603-8295
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Jonathan Hsu
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Azusa, CA 91702
I have experience working with children, individuals, couples, families, and adolescents in therapy, Christian counseling, and pastoral counseling. With children, the focus of my experience have been play therapy and sand tray therapy, focusing on children with emotional and behavioral problems like ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, depression, bipolar, self-mutilation/cutting, and anxiety disorder. I also have experience in working with individuals with depression, mood disorders, and anxiety, particularly with men's issues and addiction. In working with families and couples, I've focused on improving communications, creating better understanding for each other, and improving intimacy.
I have experience working with children, individuals, couples, families, and adolescents in therapy, Christian counseling, and pastoral counseling. With children, the focus of my experience have been play therapy and sand tray therapy, focusing on children with emotional and behavioral problems like ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, depression, bipolar, self-mutilation/cutting, and anxiety disorder. I also have experience in working with individuals with depression, mood disorders, and anxiety, particularly with men's issues and addiction. In working with families and couples, I've focused on improving communications, creating better understanding for each other, and improving intimacy.
(626) 624-4110 View (626) 624-4110
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Kristal Montoya
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91724  (Online Only)
Fees 15 min free initial phone call, $150 50 min session for individuals, $200 50 min session couples/family.
I believe therapy is a place where a client can feel safe to express his/her/they concerns without being judged. This is a place where you can come and talk about things you can't talk about with anyone else. Clients come into therapy to find answers to questions they can't find on their own. My goal is for each client to be able to use the tools developed in therapy and take them into the outside world. This is a place where we, as a team, can set realistic goals that are reachable by you, the client. I want each client to take steps to become the heathiest version of themselves.
Fees 15 min free initial phone call, $150 50 min session for individuals, $200 50 min session couples/family.
I believe therapy is a place where a client can feel safe to express his/her/they concerns without being judged. This is a place where you can come and talk about things you can't talk about with anyone else. Clients come into therapy to find answers to questions they can't find on their own. My goal is for each client to be able to use the tools developed in therapy and take them into the outside world. This is a place where we, as a team, can set realistic goals that are reachable by you, the client. I want each client to take steps to become the heathiest version of themselves.
(818) 814-9591 View (818) 814-9591
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Mary H. Sarkis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Glendora, CA 91740
If you’re willing to work on yourself and your relationship, I am confident I can help you.
No matter how lost or stuck you feel at this moment, by the time you make THIS call, you are already on your way up and out of that pit. You have decided that what once worked isn't working anymore, and you've reached out to get help. You chose the path of hope and healing. I am honored to walk with you on your journey to wholeness and wellness. I am here to provide you (or your spouse or teen) with the support and tools you need to overcome emotional, behavioral, or relationship difficulties and get your attachment needs met.
If you’re willing to work on yourself and your relationship, I am confident I can help you.
No matter how lost or stuck you feel at this moment, by the time you make THIS call, you are already on your way up and out of that pit. You have decided that what once worked isn't working anymore, and you've reached out to get help. You chose the path of hope and healing. I am honored to walk with you on your journey to wholeness and wellness. I am here to provide you (or your spouse or teen) with the support and tools you need to overcome emotional, behavioral, or relationship difficulties and get your attachment needs met.
(626) 470-3826 View (626) 470-3826
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Paola Montoya
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Azusa, CA 91702
Welcome! Happy you made it here. I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults, and I also extend my support to couples and adults. My primary focus areas are anxiety, depression, and the intricate process of mending and rebuilding relationships. I believe that healing often requires a deep exploration of formative experiences and a profound journey of self-discovery. In our sessions, we will delve into the root causes of your struggles, working to understand how past experiences shape your present reality.
Welcome! Happy you made it here. I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults, and I also extend my support to couples and adults. My primary focus areas are anxiety, depression, and the intricate process of mending and rebuilding relationships. I believe that healing often requires a deep exploration of formative experiences and a profound journey of self-discovery. In our sessions, we will delve into the root causes of your struggles, working to understand how past experiences shape your present reality.
(626) 772-6301 View (626) 772-6301
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Savita Carothers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91724
Savita Carothers, is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), with 16 years of experience working with individuals, couples and youth and families. She will meet you where you are comfortable and willing to go, specializing in helping individuals to overcome depression, anxiety, trauma, families in crisis, sexual abuse, marriage and partnership struggles adolescents, and parenting issues. Her therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) ; Solution Focused and Family Systems.
Savita Carothers, is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), with 16 years of experience working with individuals, couples and youth and families. She will meet you where you are comfortable and willing to go, specializing in helping individuals to overcome depression, anxiety, trauma, families in crisis, sexual abuse, marriage and partnership struggles adolescents, and parenting issues. Her therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) ; Solution Focused and Family Systems.
(408) 669-4667 View (408) 669-4667
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Selah Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LMFT, Coach
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Dimas, CA 91773
We are passionate about empowering individuals, couples, and families improve their quality of life in the face of adversity. In this healing journey, therapy is a collaborative process where you discover your inner strengths that aids in overcoming life's challenges and promote personal growth. It is about helping you make connections, resolve issues at its roots, and heal in a safe nonjudgmental environment. Our expertise includes working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, trauma, domestic violence, parenting, women's issues, men's issues, spirituality, and more.
We are passionate about empowering individuals, couples, and families improve their quality of life in the face of adversity. In this healing journey, therapy is a collaborative process where you discover your inner strengths that aids in overcoming life's challenges and promote personal growth. It is about helping you make connections, resolve issues at its roots, and heal in a safe nonjudgmental environment. Our expertise includes working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, trauma, domestic violence, parenting, women's issues, men's issues, spirituality, and more.
(323) 617-4711 View (323) 617-4711
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Jodi Peterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Glendora, CA 91740
I work with Families, Individuals, Children, and Couples in providing therapy for, and dealing with relationship struggles and enhancements, traumas, anxieties, abuse, childhood developmental and behavioral issues, play therapy, couples & marriage therapy, child therapy, as well as other related modalities and client concerns.
I work with variety of people in the midst of their life journey. focus on client-centered therapy. By taking this approach, working with each individual, couple, family, and child, a stronger connection for growth can be created. I am privileged to walk along with my clients through their lives. Together we process challenges, traumas, heartaches, life adjustments, losses, relationships, and more related to personal experiences. Therapy helps increase abilities to communicate, & process. We work to go beyond surviving, through healing, to truly thriving, striving toward a life with strong relationships, filled with joy, and hope.
I work with Families, Individuals, Children, and Couples in providing therapy for, and dealing with relationship struggles and enhancements, traumas, anxieties, abuse, childhood developmental and behavioral issues, play therapy, couples & marriage therapy, child therapy, as well as other related modalities and client concerns.
I work with variety of people in the midst of their life journey. focus on client-centered therapy. By taking this approach, working with each individual, couple, family, and child, a stronger connection for growth can be created. I am privileged to walk along with my clients through their lives. Together we process challenges, traumas, heartaches, life adjustments, losses, relationships, and more related to personal experiences. Therapy helps increase abilities to communicate, & process. We work to go beyond surviving, through healing, to truly thriving, striving toward a life with strong relationships, filled with joy, and hope.
(909) 906-9272 View (909) 906-9272
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Ronald R Hall
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CTS, BSCC, PM
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Dimas, CA 91773
Want a caring, encouraging, highly-trained Christian Therapist? I am ready to help you find solutions! I have 20 years of experience in helping with depression; anxiety; grief; trauma/victimization; relationships; marriage; child, teenager, family issues; ADD; and, codependency / addictions as well as a Care Pastor and Clinical Director dealing with Recovery. I care about helping you find answers to your life problems. Together we will make a plan of action. I will give you honest feedback on a weekly basis about your progress. I would feel honored to have the opportunity to help you. Give me a call with questions!
Want a caring, encouraging, highly-trained Christian Therapist? I am ready to help you find solutions! I have 20 years of experience in helping with depression; anxiety; grief; trauma/victimization; relationships; marriage; child, teenager, family issues; ADD; and, codependency / addictions as well as a Care Pastor and Clinical Director dealing with Recovery. I care about helping you find answers to your life problems. Together we will make a plan of action. I will give you honest feedback on a weekly basis about your progress. I would feel honored to have the opportunity to help you. Give me a call with questions!
(951) 255-2340 View (951) 255-2340
Stephen G Meyer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Glendora, CA 91740
A Child's Life specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents and transition to adult life. The younger the family member the more the parents are incorporated into treatment. Because school is often a cause of parental concern and vital to the child's self esteem, diagnosis of ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and educationally related adjustment problems is provided. Results may include qualifying for special education, 504 Plans or accommodations for standardized testing for college entrance exams or college education. Adult treatment of depression and anxiety is also provided.
A Child's Life specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents and transition to adult life. The younger the family member the more the parents are incorporated into treatment. Because school is often a cause of parental concern and vital to the child's self esteem, diagnosis of ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and educationally related adjustment problems is provided. Results may include qualifying for special education, 504 Plans or accommodations for standardized testing for college entrance exams or college education. Adult treatment of depression and anxiety is also provided.
(909) 265-4983 View (909) 265-4983
Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.