Therapists in 95409
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Maitri Joy
Marriage & Family Therapist, CHT, LMFT, CLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95409
I offer couples & individuals opportunity to heal difficult communications, overwhelming emotions and painful trauma, I borrow practices from several spiritual traditions, Native American, Buddhist, & Hindu; integrating them with cutting-edge coaching, energetic training, and shamanic practices to offer you a profound approach to personal growth, emotional intimacy and spiritual development. I support couples in finding a joyous sacred intimacy through the healing of their emotional, physical and spiritual pain. For individuals, I guide you in the deep knowing of yourself for emotional, mental and spiritual growth and awakening.
I offer couples & individuals opportunity to heal difficult communications, overwhelming emotions and painful trauma, I borrow practices from several spiritual traditions, Native American, Buddhist, & Hindu; integrating them with cutting-edge coaching, energetic training, and shamanic practices to offer you a profound approach to personal growth, emotional intimacy and spiritual development. I support couples in finding a joyous sacred intimacy through the healing of their emotional, physical and spiritual pain. For individuals, I guide you in the deep knowing of yourself for emotional, mental and spiritual growth and awakening.
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Patricia (Tricia) Ellis-Christensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95409 (Online Only)
Openings Available! It's easy to see what we want to change, but not easy to start. I can provide caring and empathy that makes the road to improvement, recovery or managing illnesses like depression, bipolar and anxiety a lot less lonely. Are you ready to start a conversation that can offer dramatic change? Then you're already moving with bravery and I want to meet you. My practice accepts Partnership/Carelon, Private Pay and Out of Network clients. Can't wait to speak with you.
Openings Available! It's easy to see what we want to change, but not easy to start. I can provide caring and empathy that makes the road to improvement, recovery or managing illnesses like depression, bipolar and anxiety a lot less lonely. Are you ready to start a conversation that can offer dramatic change? Then you're already moving with bravery and I want to meet you. My practice accepts Partnership/Carelon, Private Pay and Out of Network clients. Can't wait to speak with you.
![Photo of Dana Elizabeth Falls, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1eda3c38-809c-47a9-87b2-31e26b165fb0/3/320x400.jpeg)
I specialize in helping my clients manage stress, create emotional stability, heal trauma and improve their relationships with themselves and their loved ones. As a yoga instructor, when appropriate, I integrate mindfulness techniques, and yoga into my work with clients (yoga therapy.) I am a certified EMDR therapist. I work with PTSD and attachment traumas.
I specialize in helping my clients manage stress, create emotional stability, heal trauma and improve their relationships with themselves and their loved ones. As a yoga instructor, when appropriate, I integrate mindfulness techniques, and yoga into my work with clients (yoga therapy.) I am a certified EMDR therapist. I work with PTSD and attachment traumas.
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Sydney Yarbrough
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95409 (Online Only)
My goal from the first session is for you to feel heard, validated, safe, transparent and open. You will be supported, accepted and encouraged to lean into your challenges to find dynamic and helpful solutions. Working with adults, I use my early childhood development knowledge to help heal the inner child and past traumas and/or challenges that may be holding you back from living a present and fulfilled life.
My goal from the first session is for you to feel heard, validated, safe, transparent and open. You will be supported, accepted and encouraged to lean into your challenges to find dynamic and helpful solutions. Working with adults, I use my early childhood development knowledge to help heal the inner child and past traumas and/or challenges that may be holding you back from living a present and fulfilled life.
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In life we all have opportunities for growth and change, and no one person or challenge is the same. Therapy can be a place to gain awareness, insight, and most importantly find the confidence and personal power to make changes. I work to help clients identify and acknowledge what is not working for them as well as find their own path toward solutions.
In life we all have opportunities for growth and change, and no one person or challenge is the same. Therapy can be a place to gain awareness, insight, and most importantly find the confidence and personal power to make changes. I work to help clients identify and acknowledge what is not working for them as well as find their own path toward solutions.
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Many people come to see me because they are experiencing distress in some area of their life. It may be a specific issue like divorce, depression, anxiety or grief. They may desire more intimacy with their partner and find themselves getting "triggered" or defensive instead. When working with individuals and couples regarding their relationships, I offer effective and proven skills that achieve positive results quickly. I have a gentle approach with the ability to be direct when needed..
Many people come to see me because they are experiencing distress in some area of their life. It may be a specific issue like divorce, depression, anxiety or grief. They may desire more intimacy with their partner and find themselves getting "triggered" or defensive instead. When working with individuals and couples regarding their relationships, I offer effective and proven skills that achieve positive results quickly. I have a gentle approach with the ability to be direct when needed..
![Photo of Kathleen S Pierce, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cb9fa44-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I have extensive experience working with survivors of trauma, Addictions are often an unwelcomed side-effect of trauma, and I can work compassionately when they co-occur. I understand the unique challenges that developmental age plays re: traumatic events, death and loss. I take a gentle yet proactive approach to treating trauma. I know the difficulty of talking about these most personal and often horrifying events. I have compassion and respect for survivors of trauma. My approach to treating trauma is reflective of this. I also offer Divorce Mediation services when marriages fail due to these issues.
I have extensive experience working with survivors of trauma, Addictions are often an unwelcomed side-effect of trauma, and I can work compassionately when they co-occur. I understand the unique challenges that developmental age plays re: traumatic events, death and loss. I take a gentle yet proactive approach to treating trauma. I know the difficulty of talking about these most personal and often horrifying events. I have compassion and respect for survivors of trauma. My approach to treating trauma is reflective of this. I also offer Divorce Mediation services when marriages fail due to these issues.
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Elizabeth Theriault
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, MPH, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95409
I specialize in supporting women during life transitions. This might be due to welcoming a new child into your home and relationship, life stage (perimenopause /menopause), ending a relationship or a chronic illness. You might be experiencing a sense that you have lost a part of yourself. Maybe your anxiety or depression is preventing you from enjoying your life fully, or feeling overwhelmed with how to move forward with the life that you want. Often during life's transitions it is a powerful time to take a pause and reflect. I am here to support you as a guide back to your own inner wisdom and path home to yourself.
I specialize in supporting women during life transitions. This might be due to welcoming a new child into your home and relationship, life stage (perimenopause /menopause), ending a relationship or a chronic illness. You might be experiencing a sense that you have lost a part of yourself. Maybe your anxiety or depression is preventing you from enjoying your life fully, or feeling overwhelmed with how to move forward with the life that you want. Often during life's transitions it is a powerful time to take a pause and reflect. I am here to support you as a guide back to your own inner wisdom and path home to yourself.
![Photo of Mary Teresa Coyne, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3eddf45c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
Feeling the need to talk with someone? Do you want to move beyond the past, settle the present and get on with your life? Are you in need of support due to trauma, chronic health issues, or a crisis such as cancer?
Feeling the need to talk with someone? Do you want to move beyond the past, settle the present and get on with your life? Are you in need of support due to trauma, chronic health issues, or a crisis such as cancer?
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Jeremy Berlin Therapist And Transformational Coach
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95409
Does your anxiety & anger keep getting in the way? Worried you are losing your relationship? Want to build true confidence & authentic connection with others? Feeling burnt-out by constant pressure to achieve or meet others' expectations? You strive for a fulfilling life, yet at times you find yourself exhausted, held back & unable to deal; you find yourself escaping into work, a bottle, with food or porn. Gain the skills needed in order to not just get by, but to truly thrive. If you want to live your best life with less stress, more direction, & a life aligned with your true values, let's work together!
Does your anxiety & anger keep getting in the way? Worried you are losing your relationship? Want to build true confidence & authentic connection with others? Feeling burnt-out by constant pressure to achieve or meet others' expectations? You strive for a fulfilling life, yet at times you find yourself exhausted, held back & unable to deal; you find yourself escaping into work, a bottle, with food or porn. Gain the skills needed in order to not just get by, but to truly thrive. If you want to live your best life with less stress, more direction, & a life aligned with your true values, let's work together!
![Photo of Erik Taylor, MA, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d0de57c7-e1c8-48d8-9929-e36c1c28eb04/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am guided by the principal that the deeper we can look into ourselves, the deeper we can see into the world - by understanding ourselves, we can understand how we are limited - once we know where we are hung up, we can make more adaptive and healthier choices - we can craft the life we prefer to live. In my work with clients, we often uncover long-held family patterns and dynamics that come from histories of addiction, abuse, toxic shame, codependency and trauma. These patterns become increasingly dissatisfying and uncomfortable to live with. I am here to help.
I am guided by the principal that the deeper we can look into ourselves, the deeper we can see into the world - by understanding ourselves, we can understand how we are limited - once we know where we are hung up, we can make more adaptive and healthier choices - we can craft the life we prefer to live. In my work with clients, we often uncover long-held family patterns and dynamics that come from histories of addiction, abuse, toxic shame, codependency and trauma. These patterns become increasingly dissatisfying and uncomfortable to live with. I am here to help.
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Whether borderline, narcissistic or simply toxic, wounded and self-centered parents create wounded children. And these children grow up without the basics of warmth and kindness, acceptance and encouragement. In order to survive, we adapt to the needs of our demanding parents. That might mean we learn to parent our parent. Or we develop antennae and quickly respond to their changing moods and needs, simultaneously ignoring our own. We hope if we do and say the right thing long enough, then one day they will be strong enough to finally take care of us. But that day may never come.
Whether borderline, narcissistic or simply toxic, wounded and self-centered parents create wounded children. And these children grow up without the basics of warmth and kindness, acceptance and encouragement. In order to survive, we adapt to the needs of our demanding parents. That might mean we learn to parent our parent. Or we develop antennae and quickly respond to their changing moods and needs, simultaneously ignoring our own. We hope if we do and say the right thing long enough, then one day they will be strong enough to finally take care of us. But that day may never come.
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Victoria Bowers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95409
Waitlist for new clients
I am currently not accepting new clients. Please reach out to be added to my waitlist. I believe in the innate worthiness of all people to be well in mind, body, and spirit. I strive to support my clients in moving through life transitions, relationship challenges, and healing trauma with warmth, empathy and acceptance. I aim to illuminate problematic patterns while balancing that with acknowledging and celebrating personal strengths. I work with adults using a range of tools including DBT and skill building, narrative therapy, humanistic therapy, and mindfulness practices.
I am currently not accepting new clients. Please reach out to be added to my waitlist. I believe in the innate worthiness of all people to be well in mind, body, and spirit. I strive to support my clients in moving through life transitions, relationship challenges, and healing trauma with warmth, empathy and acceptance. I aim to illuminate problematic patterns while balancing that with acknowledging and celebrating personal strengths. I work with adults using a range of tools including DBT and skill building, narrative therapy, humanistic therapy, and mindfulness practices.
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I focus on the underlining structure that contributes to a person's symptoms of anxiety and / or depression. During my 30 years as a therapist I have found that once an unworkable pattern is revealed and the emotions connected to that are expressed, your authentic self is more available. As the internal conflicts fade; relationships become more fulfilling and the meaning and purpose of your true nature becomes evident. I assist each person to create a plan that reflects their values and unique contributions in order to achieve that goal.
I focus on the underlining structure that contributes to a person's symptoms of anxiety and / or depression. During my 30 years as a therapist I have found that once an unworkable pattern is revealed and the emotions connected to that are expressed, your authentic self is more available. As the internal conflicts fade; relationships become more fulfilling and the meaning and purpose of your true nature becomes evident. I assist each person to create a plan that reflects their values and unique contributions in order to achieve that goal.
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Keystone Therapy & Training Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95409
Sometimes looking for what you need is harder than you thought. Our Keystone team provides services that meet people in the different stages in their lives and goes along side you through your own self-determined growth process.
Sometimes looking for what you need is harder than you thought. Our Keystone team provides services that meet people in the different stages in their lives and goes along side you through your own self-determined growth process.
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Brigid Ryan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95409 (Online Only)
Ready to move forward in your life, rather than feeling stuck? Are you looking for new ways, since old ways no longer work? Do you want to step up to a new level of satisfaction and interaction? This is what I help people do. My aim is to help you get quick relief and balance in your daily life now. Then to help you have a full felt-sense of the patterns and beliefs that hold you back currently. With this deep understanding, you can try out sustaining choices that come directly from your experience of your own life wisdom.
Ready to move forward in your life, rather than feeling stuck? Are you looking for new ways, since old ways no longer work? Do you want to step up to a new level of satisfaction and interaction? This is what I help people do. My aim is to help you get quick relief and balance in your daily life now. Then to help you have a full felt-sense of the patterns and beliefs that hold you back currently. With this deep understanding, you can try out sustaining choices that come directly from your experience of your own life wisdom.
![Photo of Dr. Cynthia Grow, PsyD, LMFT-CA, LMFT-FL, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4f9fd4c9-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Cynthia Grow
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT-CA, LMFT-FL
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95409 (Online Only)
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile! I appreciate your courage in seeking therapy. This can feel like a huge step, but it's really like having skilled companionship on a safe, self-paced journey, customized specifically for you. Problems can feel overwhelming and that's when concentrated focus is important for relief. Sometimes just a "tune-up" is nice. Either way, you'll find me client-centered, compassionate, and non-judgemental. I'm a trauma recovery specialist (single incident or complex). I'm skilled in helping clients overcome depression, anxiety, grief, loss, relationship/parenting conflict, life transitions, & more.
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile! I appreciate your courage in seeking therapy. This can feel like a huge step, but it's really like having skilled companionship on a safe, self-paced journey, customized specifically for you. Problems can feel overwhelming and that's when concentrated focus is important for relief. Sometimes just a "tune-up" is nice. Either way, you'll find me client-centered, compassionate, and non-judgemental. I'm a trauma recovery specialist (single incident or complex). I'm skilled in helping clients overcome depression, anxiety, grief, loss, relationship/parenting conflict, life transitions, & more.
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Lida Hughes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95409
Are you navigating a life transition, or challenges in your relationship? Perhaps you've had traumatic past experiences that you'd like to heal and process. Maybe you are feeling anxious, lost, or stuck and want to learn how to feel more peace, inspiration, and connection in your life. Whatever your situation is in this moment, I am here to provide a warm, supportive, and thoughtful environment where you can engage in deep exploration and create positive change in your life.
Are you navigating a life transition, or challenges in your relationship? Perhaps you've had traumatic past experiences that you'd like to heal and process. Maybe you are feeling anxious, lost, or stuck and want to learn how to feel more peace, inspiration, and connection in your life. Whatever your situation is in this moment, I am here to provide a warm, supportive, and thoughtful environment where you can engage in deep exploration and create positive change in your life.
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Lauren Schneider
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95409 (Online Only)
People look for a therapist with questions in their mind, heart and/or spirit. The questions might be something like: How did I end up in this same situation again? How can I get rid of this depression? Anxiety? Addiction? Anger? How can I make my relationship/marriage healthier? How can I have better boundaries? How can I feel better, feel better about myself, and feel better about my life? What is going on with me? What's it going to take for me to stop acting out these patterns? How do I understand my past and heal from it? How can I break through and be the best self I know in my heart I can be?
People look for a therapist with questions in their mind, heart and/or spirit. The questions might be something like: How did I end up in this same situation again? How can I get rid of this depression? Anxiety? Addiction? Anger? How can I make my relationship/marriage healthier? How can I have better boundaries? How can I feel better, feel better about myself, and feel better about my life? What is going on with me? What's it going to take for me to stop acting out these patterns? How do I understand my past and heal from it? How can I break through and be the best self I know in my heart I can be?
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It’s easy to feel overwhelmed with life, incongruent with who you are and who you want to be, have doubts about your ability to change that which you want to change, transition from a known place to the unknown…. Sometimes you just need someone to talk with and sort out your thoughts and feelings. Someone to help you better understand what motivates or hinders you. Someone who will teach you new skills to manage the feelings that seem unmanageable, or behavior that no longer serves you.
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed with life, incongruent with who you are and who you want to be, have doubts about your ability to change that which you want to change, transition from a known place to the unknown…. Sometimes you just need someone to talk with and sort out your thoughts and feelings. Someone to help you better understand what motivates or hinders you. Someone who will teach you new skills to manage the feelings that seem unmanageable, or behavior that no longer serves you.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in 95409
40+
Average cost per session
$165
Therapists in 95409 who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
76% | Relationship Issues |
74% | Stress |
72% | Trauma and PTSD |
72% | Coping Skills |
67% | Self Esteem |
Average years in practice
19 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
62% | Carelon Behavioral Health |
38% | Aetna |
38% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in 95409 see their clients
74% | In Person and Online | |
26% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
18% | Male |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.