Forensic Psychology Therapists in Butte County, CA
I then received my master's and doctorate in Clinical Forensic Psychology at Alliant International University.
Sometimes life knocks you down and you need help getting back on your feet. Let’s do this together! Hi, my name is Dr. Koehler. I could talk about my degrees and experience, but what is most important for you to know is that I’m here to listen and help you get through tough times. I use a client-centered approach, meaning that I tailor our sessions to be what you need. I believe that the therapist-client bond is vital to be successful in therapy. If we are a good fit, that’s great and I can’t wait to work with you!
I then received my master's and doctorate in Clinical Forensic Psychology at Alliant International University.
Sometimes life knocks you down and you need help getting back on your feet. Let’s do this together! Hi, my name is Dr. Koehler. I could talk about my degrees and experience, but what is most important for you to know is that I’m here to listen and help you get through tough times. I use a client-centered approach, meaning that I tailor our sessions to be what you need. I believe that the therapist-client bond is vital to be successful in therapy. If we are a good fit, that’s great and I can’t wait to work with you!
Lance A Ferris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95926
Life is constantly changing! ONLINE & IN-OFFICE sessions – Access excellent therapy tailored for trauma survivors, men, and first responders. I am passionate about problem-solving and helping clients envision a clear future while identifying personal strengths to achieve it. Together, we will engage in mindfulness, enhance self-compassion, and find meaning on your journey to emotional and mental wellness. You will gain new insights into life patterns that no longer serve you and learn skills to transform them. Working with me, you will find a supportive and empowering environment to overcome challenges and thrive.
Life is constantly changing! ONLINE & IN-OFFICE sessions – Access excellent therapy tailored for trauma survivors, men, and first responders. I am passionate about problem-solving and helping clients envision a clear future while identifying personal strengths to achieve it. Together, we will engage in mindfulness, enhance self-compassion, and find meaning on your journey to emotional and mental wellness. You will gain new insights into life patterns that no longer serve you and learn skills to transform them. Working with me, you will find a supportive and empowering environment to overcome challenges and thrive.
Tough times take a toll on tough people! We are here and ready to support the individuals in our communities who want to make a change or grow during these tough times. We take a strength based, humanistic approach to supporting our clients in addressing their concerns, including trauma, fear, loneliness, unemployment, anxiety and depression. New Beginnings Counseling Centers, Inc., is a locally owned and operated business. We are committed to providing high quality, supportive counseling, and treatment services to all those in the communities we serve. Our clinical team consists of highly educated and dedicated individuals, focused on helping our clients to grow in their potential and to address barriers to living the lives they want to live.
Tough times take a toll on tough people! We are here and ready to support the individuals in our communities who want to make a change or grow during these tough times. We take a strength based, humanistic approach to supporting our clients in addressing their concerns, including trauma, fear, loneliness, unemployment, anxiety and depression. New Beginnings Counseling Centers, Inc., is a locally owned and operated business. We are committed to providing high quality, supportive counseling, and treatment services to all those in the communities we serve. Our clinical team consists of highly educated and dedicated individuals, focused on helping our clients to grow in their potential and to address barriers to living the lives they want to live.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and EMDR therapist whose passion is for helping clients overcome strong and distressing feelings through understanding the root of these emotions and working through them. I am fully trained in Safety and Attachment- Focused (S.A.F.E) EMDR Therapy and am confident in my abilities to help you navigate and heal from any past trauma, big or small. As a therapist with an additional background as a certified personal trainer, I work with clients who are open and interested in understanding the importance of mind and body health and are motivated for change.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and EMDR therapist whose passion is for helping clients overcome strong and distressing feelings through understanding the root of these emotions and working through them. I am fully trained in Safety and Attachment- Focused (S.A.F.E) EMDR Therapy and am confident in my abilities to help you navigate and heal from any past trauma, big or small. As a therapist with an additional background as a certified personal trainer, I work with clients who are open and interested in understanding the importance of mind and body health and are motivated for change.
Donnamarie Elcock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oroville, CA 95966 (Online Only)
I have been on a life journey that will continue forever because we never stop creating a greater more powerful self. Why we would do that, it feels encapsulating to be struck in a BOX of epic proportions feeling there is no opening the door the best of you! The opening to knowledge can result in the gaining of creative strategies for coping skills, self-care, managing symptoms, workshops, groups, books, exercises, seminars, videos, podcasts, motivational interviewing, artwork, Mental Health is recognizing/acknowledging its existence in yourself, family, friends. and the coping mechanisms to assist with managing symptoms.
I have been on a life journey that will continue forever because we never stop creating a greater more powerful self. Why we would do that, it feels encapsulating to be struck in a BOX of epic proportions feeling there is no opening the door the best of you! The opening to knowledge can result in the gaining of creative strategies for coping skills, self-care, managing symptoms, workshops, groups, books, exercises, seminars, videos, podcasts, motivational interviewing, artwork, Mental Health is recognizing/acknowledging its existence in yourself, family, friends. and the coping mechanisms to assist with managing symptoms.
Life is challenging and we all can benefit from seeking guidance when we need it the most. Whether it is divorce, past trauma, difficulty adjusting to change or issues with motivation, initiative and/or focus, I am here to support YOU. As a Therapist, I am here to help sort life's issues and support your journey in becoming the best version of you. Hablo Español
Life is challenging and we all can benefit from seeking guidance when we need it the most. Whether it is divorce, past trauma, difficulty adjusting to change or issues with motivation, initiative and/or focus, I am here to support YOU. As a Therapist, I am here to help sort life's issues and support your journey in becoming the best version of you. Hablo Español
Hello, my name is Lisa Kozlowski. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I care about my clients and want to see them enjoy their life. You will receive an empathic straight forward therapy. You want understanding and healing? I am here to help you receive it. I can’t make you have it, but I will guide and teach you how to have it, but only you can do the work, and it takes practice. As a therapist I work with many different symptoms and diagnoses associated with emotional discomfort, discontent, substance abuse, CPS, traumas, PTSD, depression, anxiety, anger, burn out, marriage struggles, parenting, and more.
Hello, my name is Lisa Kozlowski. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I care about my clients and want to see them enjoy their life. You will receive an empathic straight forward therapy. You want understanding and healing? I am here to help you receive it. I can’t make you have it, but I will guide and teach you how to have it, but only you can do the work, and it takes practice. As a therapist I work with many different symptoms and diagnoses associated with emotional discomfort, discontent, substance abuse, CPS, traumas, PTSD, depression, anxiety, anger, burn out, marriage struggles, parenting, and more.
Online Therapists
Dr. Venn has been providing psychological services since 1971. He was a military officer, served on the staff of a Fortune 500 Corporation, served on the staffs or faculties of seven universities, was employed by three State agencies, owned his own practice for 23 years, held a variety of State and federal contracts, and retired from two State governments. He is licensed to practice Psychology in four States and is board-certified by ABPP in clinical psychology and forensic psychology. He has treated thousands of patients. His book, Crime and Psychology: Foundations of Forensic Practice, was published by Routledge in 2024.
Dr. Venn has been providing psychological services since 1971. He was a military officer, served on the staff of a Fortune 500 Corporation, served on the staffs or faculties of seven universities, was employed by three State agencies, owned his own practice for 23 years, held a variety of State and federal contracts, and retired from two State governments. He is licensed to practice Psychology in four States and is board-certified by ABPP in clinical psychology and forensic psychology. He has treated thousands of patients. His book, Crime and Psychology: Foundations of Forensic Practice, was published by Routledge in 2024.
My name is Dr. Valene Gresham, and I am a psychologist. I have a doctorate degree in clinical and forensic psychology. I also have a master's degree in marriage and family therapy. I specialize in individual and couples therapy for clients ages 18 and up. I specialize in anxiety and depression management, self-esteem and confidence building, life coaching, relationship issues, major life transitions, couples therapy, student support, and trauma in all ages. Also, I have several years of experience working with specialized groups such as police officers and government officials.
My name is Dr. Valene Gresham, and I am a psychologist. I have a doctorate degree in clinical and forensic psychology. I also have a master's degree in marriage and family therapy. I specialize in individual and couples therapy for clients ages 18 and up. I specialize in anxiety and depression management, self-esteem and confidence building, life coaching, relationship issues, major life transitions, couples therapy, student support, and trauma in all ages. Also, I have several years of experience working with specialized groups such as police officers and government officials.
Aloha, I am John Joseph, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. My commitment to providing quality mental health services to individuals, couples, and families has greatly influenced my approach to therapy. I believe that it is important to understand how past events have shaped our perception of people, relationships, and the world. Through this awareness, we can begin our journey toward change and establish healthy and meaningful relationships.
Aloha, I am John Joseph, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. My commitment to providing quality mental health services to individuals, couples, and families has greatly influenced my approach to therapy. I believe that it is important to understand how past events have shaped our perception of people, relationships, and the world. Through this awareness, we can begin our journey toward change and establish healthy and meaningful relationships.
Every individual is aware of their personal needs in life and is on a quest to get them met. Internal and external roadblocks can hinder this process and produce negative emotional and mental states of being. My job is to get to the root cause of this distress by identifying the unmet needs, the roadblocks, and the process of meeting those needs that is currently not working. We then work on removing the roadblocks and replacing the method of getting those needs met with one that works and produces harmony with all of those involved.
Every individual is aware of their personal needs in life and is on a quest to get them met. Internal and external roadblocks can hinder this process and produce negative emotional and mental states of being. My job is to get to the root cause of this distress by identifying the unmet needs, the roadblocks, and the process of meeting those needs that is currently not working. We then work on removing the roadblocks and replacing the method of getting those needs met with one that works and produces harmony with all of those involved.
Dr. Jessica Rowe, Psy.D. is the founder of Dr. Jess' Mind Care Center in Northern California. Dr. Rowe is a doctor of psychology & she is a mental health expert and enthusiast who focuses on providing the most thorough evidence-based treatment practices & psychlegal assessments. She is a legal psychologist, consultant, & expert witness, and she works with defense & plaintiff attorneys & clients nationwide. She works in employment, personal injury, military, abuse, veteran, forensic, and civilian contractor cases. She also conducts peer reviews & participates in trials & depositions regularly.
Dr. Jessica Rowe, Psy.D. is the founder of Dr. Jess' Mind Care Center in Northern California. Dr. Rowe is a doctor of psychology & she is a mental health expert and enthusiast who focuses on providing the most thorough evidence-based treatment practices & psychlegal assessments. She is a legal psychologist, consultant, & expert witness, and she works with defense & plaintiff attorneys & clients nationwide. She works in employment, personal injury, military, abuse, veteran, forensic, and civilian contractor cases. She also conducts peer reviews & participates in trials & depositions regularly.
Brittiany Beduhn
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Placerville, CA 95667 (Online Only)
My areas of greatest passion & experience are crisis interventions, 1st Responders, Medical Field Professions, Law Enforcement, Military, Veterans, LGBTQA+ & Teenagers. I have also enjoyed working with people who are new to mental health struggles and need help with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, suicidal ideation, or have no idea what is going on with them. No matter the label-I am here for you. Goals need to be realistic. I take into account your physical location, financials, family dynamic and desires to create goals with you. The goals will be unique to you, and based on your expressed desires for your ideal life.
My areas of greatest passion & experience are crisis interventions, 1st Responders, Medical Field Professions, Law Enforcement, Military, Veterans, LGBTQA+ & Teenagers. I have also enjoyed working with people who are new to mental health struggles and need help with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, suicidal ideation, or have no idea what is going on with them. No matter the label-I am here for you. Goals need to be realistic. I take into account your physical location, financials, family dynamic and desires to create goals with you. The goals will be unique to you, and based on your expressed desires for your ideal life.
I am Karina Valdez, LMFT. I understand life can be overwhelming and stressful. I am here to help guide you to be the best version of yourself where you can learn how to cope with the stressors and adversities that life throws at you on a short- and long-term basis. Therapy is a way for you to have a confidential, non-judgmental, safe space to explore what troubles you most in life. My primary focus in my practice is helping people heal from traumatic adversities that have occurred in their life.
I am Karina Valdez, LMFT. I understand life can be overwhelming and stressful. I am here to help guide you to be the best version of yourself where you can learn how to cope with the stressors and adversities that life throws at you on a short- and long-term basis. Therapy is a way for you to have a confidential, non-judgmental, safe space to explore what troubles you most in life. My primary focus in my practice is helping people heal from traumatic adversities that have occurred in their life.
Wherever you may be in life, my goal is to provide you with a safe, non-judgmental, and inclusive space to explore, learn, process, heal, and thrive. I'll help you accept yourself as you are. Be messy, complicated, worried, angry, and show up anyway! I'll help you find the space that feels most comfortable to you no matter what you've been through. We'll clarify your goals and values and look toward a new perspective and healthy narrative, so you can nurture the feelings that are aligned with your well-being and not those that keep you stuck. With commitment and focus, you'll get to a deeper sense of self-compassion and fulfillment.
Wherever you may be in life, my goal is to provide you with a safe, non-judgmental, and inclusive space to explore, learn, process, heal, and thrive. I'll help you accept yourself as you are. Be messy, complicated, worried, angry, and show up anyway! I'll help you find the space that feels most comfortable to you no matter what you've been through. We'll clarify your goals and values and look toward a new perspective and healthy narrative, so you can nurture the feelings that are aligned with your well-being and not those that keep you stuck. With commitment and focus, you'll get to a deeper sense of self-compassion and fulfillment.
Carol Breiling
Registered Psychological Associate, PsyD, CATC-V
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825
Hello, my name is Dr. Carol Breiling. I am excited to bring a new SUD Outpatient Treatment Program to you that infuses what the Field of Psychology teaches us about the Change Process. Groups are more educational than punitive, aimed to discuss the difficult situations that may have led you to your struggle today. In the process each individual will learn more about themselves than what is found in any other program. You want to change? Let's get real with where it all started and break down the barriers that prevent you from enduring sobriety. No judgement, just recovery in a personalized and wholistic approach. Call today!
Hello, my name is Dr. Carol Breiling. I am excited to bring a new SUD Outpatient Treatment Program to you that infuses what the Field of Psychology teaches us about the Change Process. Groups are more educational than punitive, aimed to discuss the difficult situations that may have led you to your struggle today. In the process each individual will learn more about themselves than what is found in any other program. You want to change? Let's get real with where it all started and break down the barriers that prevent you from enduring sobriety. No judgement, just recovery in a personalized and wholistic approach. Call today!
Hello. I am Brian Betz, Ph.D. I have been a licensed psychologist in California for the past 25 years. I have an eclectic, client-centered approach to psychotherapy. I work collaboratively with clients to determine the best therapeutic approach/strategy to address their current challenges. I have an eclectic approach to providing therapy. The therapeutic modalities or modalities that I use are dependent upon each individual client's needs and include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Insight Oriented Therapy, Family Systems, Object Relations, and Trauma-Focused CBT.
Hello. I am Brian Betz, Ph.D. I have been a licensed psychologist in California for the past 25 years. I have an eclectic, client-centered approach to psychotherapy. I work collaboratively with clients to determine the best therapeutic approach/strategy to address their current challenges. I have an eclectic approach to providing therapy. The therapeutic modalities or modalities that I use are dependent upon each individual client's needs and include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Insight Oriented Therapy, Family Systems, Object Relations, and Trauma-Focused CBT.
Norris Clinical & Forensic Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an effective evidenced-based treatment modality, my mission is to guide individuals on the path toward living a balanced life in harmony with the self as well as with others.
Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an effective evidenced-based treatment modality, my mission is to guide individuals on the path toward living a balanced life in harmony with the self as well as with others.
My goal is to help individuals and families in crisis. I have 4 areas of passion. I love working with children, teenagers, and their parents. My second area of passion is working with narcissistic recovery and survivors of narcissistic relationships (both adults and children). Third, working with my clients to rewire their brains and change emotional reactions. I integrate experiential interventions, mindfulness, coping, and other tools in both individual adult and adolescent therapy. Finally, I enjoy neuropsychological and psychological assessments for all age groups.
My goal is to help individuals and families in crisis. I have 4 areas of passion. I love working with children, teenagers, and their parents. My second area of passion is working with narcissistic recovery and survivors of narcissistic relationships (both adults and children). Third, working with my clients to rewire their brains and change emotional reactions. I integrate experiential interventions, mindfulness, coping, and other tools in both individual adult and adolescent therapy. Finally, I enjoy neuropsychological and psychological assessments for all age groups.
Feeling overwhelmed? Are you exhausted but unable to sleep? Is anxiety or depression impeding on your work or personal life? Take a step towards change because healing is possible. I work with First Responders and their spouses who are struggling with PTSD, C-PTSD, anxiety, depression, work stress and critical incidents, relationship issues, and grief and loss. I use evidence based therapies known as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure Therapy. I am also trained in Brainspotting.
Feeling overwhelmed? Are you exhausted but unable to sleep? Is anxiety or depression impeding on your work or personal life? Take a step towards change because healing is possible. I work with First Responders and their spouses who are struggling with PTSD, C-PTSD, anxiety, depression, work stress and critical incidents, relationship issues, and grief and loss. I use evidence based therapies known as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure Therapy. I am also trained in Brainspotting.
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Forensic Psychology Therapists
How does forensic psychology work?
Forensic psychology works by providing those in the legal system with expert information about psychology and behavior that they wouldn’t otherwise have. Forensic psychologists do this through a range of services—conducting psychological assessments for court cases, assisting police officers with investigations, providing expert opinion, helping with mediation, and providing mental health care to victims or perpetrators of crimes.
Can a forensic psychologist help with child custody cases?
Yes. In the event that it’s needed, an attorney or judge may appoint a forensic psychologist to provide an assessment and recommendation. This process involves multiple interviews with the child, the parent (or parents), and sometimes others. The psychologist assesses the parent’s mental health, strengths and weaknesses, and parenting practices to understand what’s in the child’s best interest. They then complete a report with recommendations based on their assessment.
Do forensic psychologists help solve crimes?
In some cases they do. For example, criminal profiling involves collaborating with law enforcement officers to construct a profile of a perpetrator based on psychology, personality, and behavior as suggested by the crime in order to focus the investigation. They may also offer expert input on subjects related to a case such as deception, false confessions, and the reliability of testimony based on eyewitness accounts.
How long do people typically work with a forensic psychologist?
The length of time an individual works with a forensic psychologist depends on the relevant service. For example, if a forensic psychologist is conducting a psychological assessment for a court case, this may take one to two sessions to complete (although they can be more extensive). If the forensic psychologist is providing therapy to someone accused or convicted of a crime, treatment may last for several months or more.