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Terri L Palmer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Camarillo, CA 93010
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I am passionate about empowering individuals to overcome obstacles and heal themselves. I aim to create a nonjudgemental, nurturing environment for every individual I help. I have a special interest in helping individuals who are experiencing general anxiety, social anxiety, and panic attacks. I have a strong desire in helping individuals who have experienced trauma with trauma based therapy techniques.I have a strong passion to help individuals recognize and develop their gifts as well as develop strategies to improve their relationships.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I am passionate about empowering individuals to overcome obstacles and heal themselves. I aim to create a nonjudgemental, nurturing environment for every individual I help. I have a special interest in helping individuals who are experiencing general anxiety, social anxiety, and panic attacks. I have a strong desire in helping individuals who have experienced trauma with trauma based therapy techniques.I have a strong passion to help individuals recognize and develop their gifts as well as develop strategies to improve their relationships.
(805) 312-7932 View (805) 312-7932
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Anna Selena Cho
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Camarillo, CA 93012
Dr. Anna Selena Cho, was born in Los Angeles and has personal experience living bi-culturally. Dr. Cho was traditionally trained in visual arts in her early developmental years and eventually obtained her Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Southern California, M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy and Art Therapy at Phillips Graduate University, and her Doctorate in Applied Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Dr. Cho has developed programs with organizations wanting to further expand their learning standards towards socio-emotional integration.
Dr. Anna Selena Cho, was born in Los Angeles and has personal experience living bi-culturally. Dr. Cho was traditionally trained in visual arts in her early developmental years and eventually obtained her Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Southern California, M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy and Art Therapy at Phillips Graduate University, and her Doctorate in Applied Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Dr. Cho has developed programs with organizations wanting to further expand their learning standards towards socio-emotional integration.
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Paul R Booth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT, MAC, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
Camarillo, CA 93010  (Online Only)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Master's Addiction Counselor with specialty certifications in multiple areas.
39 + years experience in Addiction and Recovery Related Disorders: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, etc., Military, State/National Specialty Certifications: Addictions (Sex, Alcohol, Drugs, Gambling, Internet, DOT & Legal Assessments. sobriety Monitoring Impaired Professionals, Family Systems Interventions, Adults, ACA/Codependency. Out-of-state DUI Assessments and counseling, Gambling Counseling for gamblers and/or family members at no cost to the client.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Master's Addiction Counselor with specialty certifications in multiple areas.
39 + years experience in Addiction and Recovery Related Disorders: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, etc., Military, State/National Specialty Certifications: Addictions (Sex, Alcohol, Drugs, Gambling, Internet, DOT & Legal Assessments. sobriety Monitoring Impaired Professionals, Family Systems Interventions, Adults, ACA/Codependency. Out-of-state DUI Assessments and counseling, Gambling Counseling for gamblers and/or family members at no cost to the client.
(805) 307-3542 View (805) 307-3542
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Kerry Ann Magner-Varela
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Camarillo, CA 93010
Waitlist for new clients
I work with people on a body, spirit, mind approach to mental wellness. For so long, it was believed that the mind came first, and we could talk or think our way into feeling better. My approach is looking at mental wellness from a different direction. The Body Approach: I use several somatic therapy interventions to help create safety within the body, so clients can manage their symptoms and make the changes they want in their lives. We work together to understand the states of the nervous system and apply calming techniques, such as mindfulness, movement, tapping, music, and breath.
I work with people on a body, spirit, mind approach to mental wellness. For so long, it was believed that the mind came first, and we could talk or think our way into feeling better. My approach is looking at mental wellness from a different direction. The Body Approach: I use several somatic therapy interventions to help create safety within the body, so clients can manage their symptoms and make the changes they want in their lives. We work together to understand the states of the nervous system and apply calming techniques, such as mindfulness, movement, tapping, music, and breath.
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Heidi Mezzatesta
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
Camarillo, CA 93010  (Online Only)
Play, with neither a plan or purpose, is the best precondition -- Marie-Louise von Franz. Everyone has a story and sometimes we become stuck in our story because we want to move in a direction that may be different than what is expected. Being stuck may manifest with symptoms of anxiety, depression or other disorders. My approach is to encounter these symptoms with curiosity rather than judgment. The role of therapy is to provide understanding and an empathetic ear with a belief that the activity of therapy will provide insight and healing.
Play, with neither a plan or purpose, is the best precondition -- Marie-Louise von Franz. Everyone has a story and sometimes we become stuck in our story because we want to move in a direction that may be different than what is expected. Being stuck may manifest with symptoms of anxiety, depression or other disorders. My approach is to encounter these symptoms with curiosity rather than judgment. The role of therapy is to provide understanding and an empathetic ear with a belief that the activity of therapy will provide insight and healing.
(818) 741-3850 View (818) 741-3850
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Lisa Tomei
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Camarillo, CA 93011  (Online Only)
I connect well with some teens and most adults or couples. I find I work best with people who are invested in understanding why they feel as they do, or why they do what they do, and want a collaborative partner in exploring how to better manage the stressors in their life, whether internal or inter-relational. I have a background in anger management, which can often address problems of the underlying emotions, and help with communications skills. I tend to conceptualize from a psychodynamic perspective and educate my patients about these ideas when I think it will prove helpful.
I connect well with some teens and most adults or couples. I find I work best with people who are invested in understanding why they feel as they do, or why they do what they do, and want a collaborative partner in exploring how to better manage the stressors in their life, whether internal or inter-relational. I have a background in anger management, which can often address problems of the underlying emotions, and help with communications skills. I tend to conceptualize from a psychodynamic perspective and educate my patients about these ideas when I think it will prove helpful.
(805) 590-2781 View (805) 590-2781
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Jacquie Z. Randall
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
Camarillo, CA 93010
Hi, thanks for stopping by. My degree is Master of Science in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola College (University) in Baltimore, Md. I've been a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT) in private practice for 30 years. I'm also the mother of a young adult, and am married (42+years). My specialties are couples therapy and individual therapy for adults & single parents. I am a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist ('Couples' Dialogue'). I also specialize in reconciliation in relationships. Recovery issues, the grief cycle, vulnerability, and empathy are the primary focus in sessions -- including empathy for oneself.
Hi, thanks for stopping by. My degree is Master of Science in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola College (University) in Baltimore, Md. I've been a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT) in private practice for 30 years. I'm also the mother of a young adult, and am married (42+years). My specialties are couples therapy and individual therapy for adults & single parents. I am a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist ('Couples' Dialogue'). I also specialize in reconciliation in relationships. Recovery issues, the grief cycle, vulnerability, and empathy are the primary focus in sessions -- including empathy for oneself.
(805) 214-8467 View (805) 214-8467
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Heidi Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Camarillo, CA 93010
Everyone has a past but we can't let it define us. Regardless of the reason(s) that bring you to therapy, I believe you are the expert on your own life so providing you with a healing environment where you feel safe, respected, supported and valued will always be the first goal. I focus on helping clients gain personal insight, identify problematic patterns, improve coping skills, develop feelings of self-acceptance and satisfaction and uncover strengths.
Everyone has a past but we can't let it define us. Regardless of the reason(s) that bring you to therapy, I believe you are the expert on your own life so providing you with a healing environment where you feel safe, respected, supported and valued will always be the first goal. I focus on helping clients gain personal insight, identify problematic patterns, improve coping skills, develop feelings of self-acceptance and satisfaction and uncover strengths.
(805) 351-4717 View (805) 351-4717
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Amie Deitel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Camarillo, CA 93010
Considering making some changes in your life or wondering why life has you down? I trust you have good reason for being concerned. As a trauma-informed therapist and Certified Mindfulness-Informed Professional, I want to hear all about it.
Considering making some changes in your life or wondering why life has you down? I trust you have good reason for being concerned. As a trauma-informed therapist and Certified Mindfulness-Informed Professional, I want to hear all about it.
(805) 628-2108 View (805) 628-2108

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Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.