Teletherapy for Brentwood, CA
Kira Monterrey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPA, CIMHP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brentwood, CA 94513
One of the most important lessons I have learned as a therapist is that therapy requires more than a one size fits all approach. I treat every person as an individual. I lean on my years of experience and use a multitude of treatment modalities to treat your individual needs. We can work together to help you achieve your therapeutic goals. I have treated individuals with a variety of issues, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, dissociative identity disorder, substance abuse disorders, anger, and more. I have also helped families and couples achieve harmony and improve their relationships and communication.
One of the most important lessons I have learned as a therapist is that therapy requires more than a one size fits all approach. I treat every person as an individual. I lean on my years of experience and use a multitude of treatment modalities to treat your individual needs. We can work together to help you achieve your therapeutic goals. I have treated individuals with a variety of issues, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, dissociative identity disorder, substance abuse disorders, anger, and more. I have also helped families and couples achieve harmony and improve their relationships and communication.
Marie Whelan - Relationship Sex Therapy
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brentwood, CA 94513
I just cant talk to him anymore! She never listens! We have the same fight over and over again! Do these statements sound familiar? Communication breakdowns, differences in sexual desire, trust concerns, and differing expectations can erode loving bonds and lead to feelings of disconnect and frustration in relationships. When these issues go unresolved, they can degrade into a cycle of conflict and increasing emotional distance that may lead to a breakup. Add to that life stressors such as work pressures, family responsibilities, and major life transitions contributing to anxiety and depression and you have a recipe for disaster.
I just cant talk to him anymore! She never listens! We have the same fight over and over again! Do these statements sound familiar? Communication breakdowns, differences in sexual desire, trust concerns, and differing expectations can erode loving bonds and lead to feelings of disconnect and frustration in relationships. When these issues go unresolved, they can degrade into a cycle of conflict and increasing emotional distance that may lead to a breakup. Add to that life stressors such as work pressures, family responsibilities, and major life transitions contributing to anxiety and depression and you have a recipe for disaster.
Magdalena Zurek
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brentwood, CA 94513 (Online Only)
Something’s changed. That change can be any number of things - recent baby, newly out of or into middle school/high school, change in family dynamics, or others. But something has changed and it doesn’t feel right. You used to feel like you had it together - like you were writing your own story and happy with where it was going. But lately, it doesn’t feel that way. Lately, it feels like there’s an editor changing things in your story and it’s not working out! You feel lost, maybe depressed, anxious or angry, or maybe you’re not sure what you feel, just that something’s not right.
Something’s changed. That change can be any number of things - recent baby, newly out of or into middle school/high school, change in family dynamics, or others. But something has changed and it doesn’t feel right. You used to feel like you had it together - like you were writing your own story and happy with where it was going. But lately, it doesn’t feel that way. Lately, it feels like there’s an editor changing things in your story and it’s not working out! You feel lost, maybe depressed, anxious or angry, or maybe you’re not sure what you feel, just that something’s not right.
Dr. Nadia Kakar, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brentwood, CA 94513
Welcome to my therapy practice! In our collaborative work together, we will embark on a journey of self-exploration and growth. I incorporate techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based practices to help you gain insight, develop effective coping strategies, and foster lasting positive change. Drawing upon evidence-based approaches and over a decade of experience, I am committed to providing a professional and compassionate therapeutic experience tailored to your unique needs. My areas of expertise include relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and personal growth.
Welcome to my therapy practice! In our collaborative work together, we will embark on a journey of self-exploration and growth. I incorporate techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based practices to help you gain insight, develop effective coping strategies, and foster lasting positive change. Drawing upon evidence-based approaches and over a decade of experience, I am committed to providing a professional and compassionate therapeutic experience tailored to your unique needs. My areas of expertise include relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and personal growth.
Charlin Amber Lumia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brentwood, CA 94513 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and thank you for taking the time to view my profile and taking the first step in your journey. Everyone has a unique story and circumstances. Sometimes we get so overwhelmed and don't know where to start. I am here to help navigate the process and identify needs and goals. What do you want from therapy? If things were better what would they look like? What is your best possible you and life? Are you as happy as you can be? No goal is too big or too small :) Therapy is a collaborative process and mutual trust is critical to success.
Hello and thank you for taking the time to view my profile and taking the first step in your journey. Everyone has a unique story and circumstances. Sometimes we get so overwhelmed and don't know where to start. I am here to help navigate the process and identify needs and goals. What do you want from therapy? If things were better what would they look like? What is your best possible you and life? Are you as happy as you can be? No goal is too big or too small :) Therapy is a collaborative process and mutual trust is critical to success.
During stressful times, constant worrying, anxiety, anger, and sadness surfaces and causes disruption with relationships, sleep, eating habits, and health. I strongly believe in the mind and body connection and, with help, stress can be an opportunity for emotional growth. I utilize my clinical experience and evidence-based therapeutic interventions to motivate clients, couples, and families towards their own emotional growth. I tailor various therapeutic approaches according to what works for my client and what my client needs to meet their personal mental health goals.
During stressful times, constant worrying, anxiety, anger, and sadness surfaces and causes disruption with relationships, sleep, eating habits, and health. I strongly believe in the mind and body connection and, with help, stress can be an opportunity for emotional growth. I utilize my clinical experience and evidence-based therapeutic interventions to motivate clients, couples, and families towards their own emotional growth. I tailor various therapeutic approaches according to what works for my client and what my client needs to meet their personal mental health goals.
Denise Wilkerson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brentwood, CA 94513
Therapy can be intimidating as it's one of the more intimate activities you will engage in. Of course, how could it not be; you walk into a room with a stranger, expecting to discuss in detail your inner thoughts, emotions, & current stressors. For therapy to work it's important you feel safe, welcomed & confident in your therapist. I can be that therapist for you. I will provide you & your family a warm, nurturing environment where you can begin to address your needs without fear of judgement or ridicule as we begin your journey toward healing.
Therapy can be intimidating as it's one of the more intimate activities you will engage in. Of course, how could it not be; you walk into a room with a stranger, expecting to discuss in detail your inner thoughts, emotions, & current stressors. For therapy to work it's important you feel safe, welcomed & confident in your therapist. I can be that therapist for you. I will provide you & your family a warm, nurturing environment where you can begin to address your needs without fear of judgement or ridicule as we begin your journey toward healing.
My Dope Therapist , MFT Corp
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, CA 94513
Needing therapy doesn’t mean you are weak. It doesn’t mean you are the problem, and it most certainly does not mean you can’t have your religion too! Therapy is for the strong, the resilient, the ones who want to grow. Ones who want to break generational curses and start a new healthy legacy. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both California and Nevada. My warm and down to Earth, yet professional demeanor allows me to build rapport with others quickly to establish meaningful lasting relationships with my clients.
Needing therapy doesn’t mean you are weak. It doesn’t mean you are the problem, and it most certainly does not mean you can’t have your religion too! Therapy is for the strong, the resilient, the ones who want to grow. Ones who want to break generational curses and start a new healthy legacy. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both California and Nevada. My warm and down to Earth, yet professional demeanor allows me to build rapport with others quickly to establish meaningful lasting relationships with my clients.
Joseph Hudson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CIHC
Verified Verified
Brentwood, CA 94513 (Online Only)
Feeling stuck in life? Perhaps you're not even sure what it is that you want? Or, perhaps you know what it is that you want, but you find that something keeps holding you back? Maybe that something is an old habit you want to let go of or a new habit you want to create? Maybe your mind is preoccupied with what happened in the past? Maybe fear and anxiety over what others will think of you? Maybe the need to be "perfect?" Whatever it is that is blocking you, you are ready to get out of the past, out of your head, and into action - moving forward toward living a better life!
Feeling stuck in life? Perhaps you're not even sure what it is that you want? Or, perhaps you know what it is that you want, but you find that something keeps holding you back? Maybe that something is an old habit you want to let go of or a new habit you want to create? Maybe your mind is preoccupied with what happened in the past? Maybe fear and anxiety over what others will think of you? Maybe the need to be "perfect?" Whatever it is that is blocking you, you are ready to get out of the past, out of your head, and into action - moving forward toward living a better life!
Parenting a teenager is challenging enough. Parenting a teen who has symptoms or has been diagnosed with ADHD adds an additional level of difficulty. There are academic and social pressures and expectations that do not match with your teenager's abilities or emotional maturity yet. These mismatches can create extreme frustrations and hopelessness in your teen and in YOU! I get it, I've lived it.
Parenting a teenager is challenging enough. Parenting a teen who has symptoms or has been diagnosed with ADHD adds an additional level of difficulty. There are academic and social pressures and expectations that do not match with your teenager's abilities or emotional maturity yet. These mismatches can create extreme frustrations and hopelessness in your teen and in YOU! I get it, I've lived it.
I have been providing professional therapeutic services to a wide range of individuals, couples, and families for over 20 years. My current specialized areas of interest are life transitions, mindfulness with teens, trauma healing using EMDR, and recovery from sexual abuse and addiction.
I have been providing professional therapeutic services to a wide range of individuals, couples, and families for over 20 years. My current specialized areas of interest are life transitions, mindfulness with teens, trauma healing using EMDR, and recovery from sexual abuse and addiction.
Hi! I'm Kristin Gratz and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I take a client-centered approach to therapy and believe therapy is a collaborative partnership between the client and the therapist. The focus areas of my practice include: depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, trauma, stress, and panic disorders. I primarily work with adults experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic, interpersonal relationship stress, grief and loss, and trauma.
Hi! I'm Kristin Gratz and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I take a client-centered approach to therapy and believe therapy is a collaborative partnership between the client and the therapist. The focus areas of my practice include: depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, trauma, stress, and panic disorders. I primarily work with adults experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic, interpersonal relationship stress, grief and loss, and trauma.
My name is Luisa Amighetti, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at LMFT. I work in Los Angeles, California, providing services via telehealth with individuals and couples who struggle with anxiety, depression, perinatal/maternal mental health or who are facing tough life decisions/role transitions. My approach to therapy is to build trust with my clients to foster openness to change and healing.
My name is Luisa Amighetti, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at LMFT. I work in Los Angeles, California, providing services via telehealth with individuals and couples who struggle with anxiety, depression, perinatal/maternal mental health or who are facing tough life decisions/role transitions. My approach to therapy is to build trust with my clients to foster openness to change and healing.
Cari M Denham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brentwood, CA 94513 (Online Only)
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or stuck? Does it seem impossible to find the motivation or energy to tackle the things you need or want to do? Whether you're navigating challenges related to school, career, life transitions, relationships, or peer stress, I’m here to support you. I’m dedicated to walking alongside you on your journey toward growth, helping you overcome obstacles and become the best version of yourself.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or stuck? Does it seem impossible to find the motivation or energy to tackle the things you need or want to do? Whether you're navigating challenges related to school, career, life transitions, relationships, or peer stress, I’m here to support you. I’m dedicated to walking alongside you on your journey toward growth, helping you overcome obstacles and become the best version of yourself.
I am Chloe Lucas, LMFT. I've been a therapist for just under 10 years now. My personality has been described as direct, curious, and grounding. My practice focuses on trauma work, teens, adult individuals, and parenting. My training is rooted in spirituality as an important part of the whole self. I see therapy as an important tool for existential growth. Our culture doesn't make enough space for emotional expression and introspection. Therapy is a unique relationship that allows for the practice of emotional intimacy such that we may become more attune and connected to ourselves and others.
I am Chloe Lucas, LMFT. I've been a therapist for just under 10 years now. My personality has been described as direct, curious, and grounding. My practice focuses on trauma work, teens, adult individuals, and parenting. My training is rooted in spirituality as an important part of the whole self. I see therapy as an important tool for existential growth. Our culture doesn't make enough space for emotional expression and introspection. Therapy is a unique relationship that allows for the practice of emotional intimacy such that we may become more attune and connected to ourselves and others.
Meghann Torres
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brentwood, CA 94513 (Online Only)
Welcome to my page. I'm Meghann Torres. I'm a licensed psychotherapist ( (LCSW No. 87304) in the state of California. I am certified in Somatic Psychotherapy. I have based my practice on the exploration of integration as the key to healing. I encourage sharing your story to expand your understanding and realize your potential. I partner with each client to move toward a more integrated, balanced, hopeful, and self-aware way of being. Therapy builds skills and confidence and offers the possibility of lasting change. Starting therapy can be challenging. Therapy takes curiosity and the willingness to explore emotions to gain insight.
Welcome to my page. I'm Meghann Torres. I'm a licensed psychotherapist ( (LCSW No. 87304) in the state of California. I am certified in Somatic Psychotherapy. I have based my practice on the exploration of integration as the key to healing. I encourage sharing your story to expand your understanding and realize your potential. I partner with each client to move toward a more integrated, balanced, hopeful, and self-aware way of being. Therapy builds skills and confidence and offers the possibility of lasting change. Starting therapy can be challenging. Therapy takes curiosity and the willingness to explore emotions to gain insight.
Macy Schoenthaler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, CA 94513 (Online Only)
When we have an experience that is traumatic or incredibly stressful, our brains have a hard time processing that memory. This can create symptoms such as, anxiety, depression, overwhelming emotions, difficult feelings, self-blame, or relationship problems, to name a few. If given the opportunity, our minds, like our bodies, have the innate ability to heal. The trouble with difficult experiences, however, is that these memories get tangled, leaving us feeling stuck or showing up in other destructive ways in our lives.
When we have an experience that is traumatic or incredibly stressful, our brains have a hard time processing that memory. This can create symptoms such as, anxiety, depression, overwhelming emotions, difficult feelings, self-blame, or relationship problems, to name a few. If given the opportunity, our minds, like our bodies, have the innate ability to heal. The trouble with difficult experiences, however, is that these memories get tangled, leaving us feeling stuck or showing up in other destructive ways in our lives.
My name is Steven East. I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor and a Certified Eye Movement Reprocessing Desensitization (EMDR) Therapist. I help clients struggling with Bi-Polar Disorder, Depression, Trauma, Anxiety, Addiction, Thought Disorders, Anger, Grief, Co-dependency, Family and Marital Discord, My approach is based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
My name is Steven East. I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor and a Certified Eye Movement Reprocessing Desensitization (EMDR) Therapist. I help clients struggling with Bi-Polar Disorder, Depression, Trauma, Anxiety, Addiction, Thought Disorders, Anger, Grief, Co-dependency, Family and Marital Discord, My approach is based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
I strongly believe that every individual is unique and no person or family is the same as another. As a bi-lingual (Spanish and English) Licensed Clinical Psychologist, I have had the pleasure to work with a diverse group of adults, children, and families. I have over 25 years experience working in psychotherapy, crisis intervention with domestic violence, child court advocate, as a forensic psychologist, and as a family court mediator. I assist children and families as they work through challenges and move toward rebuilding their self-confidence and creates a more positive outlook in life.
I strongly believe that every individual is unique and no person or family is the same as another. As a bi-lingual (Spanish and English) Licensed Clinical Psychologist, I have had the pleasure to work with a diverse group of adults, children, and families. I have over 25 years experience working in psychotherapy, crisis intervention with domestic violence, child court advocate, as a forensic psychologist, and as a family court mediator. I assist children and families as they work through challenges and move toward rebuilding their self-confidence and creates a more positive outlook in life.
Emily Rebecca Ward
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Brentwood, CA 94513 (Online Only)
Are you ready to stop feeling anxious and/or depressed? Do you want to learn skills to calm your racing mind? Do you remember a time when anxiety, depression, & personal issues weren’t a part of your daily life? I can give you the tools and coping skills to change this. I help children/teenagers, couples, and individuals just like you: ones that have it within them to learn how to cope with their anxiety or depression and go back to living life the way that they remember it. I can support you on your journey towards feeling more self-confident, happy, fulfilled. I can help to guide you to a better understanding of yourself & others.
Are you ready to stop feeling anxious and/or depressed? Do you want to learn skills to calm your racing mind? Do you remember a time when anxiety, depression, & personal issues weren’t a part of your daily life? I can give you the tools and coping skills to change this. I help children/teenagers, couples, and individuals just like you: ones that have it within them to learn how to cope with their anxiety or depression and go back to living life the way that they remember it. I can support you on your journey towards feeling more self-confident, happy, fulfilled. I can help to guide you to a better understanding of yourself & others.
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.