Parenting Therapists in Colusa, CA
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Molly Nestor Kaye
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Colusa, CA 95932 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I particularly work with highly sensitive people, trauma, parenting, and attachment issues.
Welcome! I work with clients that are seeking contentment, authenticity, and connection in their daily life. In our work together, you can expect a balance of exploring the past and present. Understanding the past can reveal invisible patterns, reduce shame, and connect you to your truest self. Empowered with this knowledge, we will explore your values in the present and develop skills that help you both cope with life as it is and create life as you want it to be. I utilize attachment and systems-based orientations in conjunction with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients heal and experience their lives more fully.
I particularly work with highly sensitive people, trauma, parenting, and attachment issues.
Welcome! I work with clients that are seeking contentment, authenticity, and connection in their daily life. In our work together, you can expect a balance of exploring the past and present. Understanding the past can reveal invisible patterns, reduce shame, and connect you to your truest self. Empowered with this knowledge, we will explore your values in the present and develop skills that help you both cope with life as it is and create life as you want it to be. I utilize attachment and systems-based orientations in conjunction with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients heal and experience their lives more fully.
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I highly desire to preserve the family unit. I love working with couples, teens, family dynamics while exploring exestential concepts, challenging traditional roles and perceptions that result in individual autonomy, confidence and authentisity. I love helping blended families work together in finding common values, aligning with parenting styles and goals, while increasing life satisfaction for all indivduals involved. I enjoy supporting couples recover from addictions and infedelity as well as other challenges and barriers that are often identified as "dealbreakers" and reframing previous expectations to create new ones.
I highly desire to preserve the family unit. I love working with couples, teens, family dynamics while exploring exestential concepts, challenging traditional roles and perceptions that result in individual autonomy, confidence and authentisity. I love helping blended families work together in finding common values, aligning with parenting styles and goals, while increasing life satisfaction for all indivduals involved. I enjoy supporting couples recover from addictions and infedelity as well as other challenges and barriers that are often identified as "dealbreakers" and reframing previous expectations to create new ones.
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We work on relationships, identity, stressors, life goals, parenting, depression, anxiety, bipolar, grief, trauma, and skill-building for effective communication and healthy boundaries.
Thank you for visiting and for considering therapy with me. I hope this is the beginning of a wonderful therapeutic relationship, where you can expect growth and new insights. A little about myself: I graduated from Smith College School of Social Work (Massachusetts) in 2006. My career has been rich and varied, for which I am truly grateful, having 18+ years of experience, from outpatient therapy for individuals, couples and families, residential and PACT teams, and medical social work in an ER and transplant center. I currently work with adults in individual therapy in my private practice.
We work on relationships, identity, stressors, life goals, parenting, depression, anxiety, bipolar, grief, trauma, and skill-building for effective communication and healthy boundaries.
Thank you for visiting and for considering therapy with me. I hope this is the beginning of a wonderful therapeutic relationship, where you can expect growth and new insights. A little about myself: I graduated from Smith College School of Social Work (Massachusetts) in 2006. My career has been rich and varied, for which I am truly grateful, having 18+ years of experience, from outpatient therapy for individuals, couples and families, residential and PACT teams, and medical social work in an ER and transplant center. I currently work with adults in individual therapy in my private practice.
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Brizia Tafolla Martinez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colusa, CA 95932
Bienvenidos. Welcome. Often the first step towards healing requires a giant leap of faith and investment into our own self-care. Seeking therapy can feel unfamiliar, frightening and uncomfortable, however I am here to walk you through the process. My professional life includes my commitment to serving the needs of individuals, children, couples and families. I am compassionate, direct, bilingual therapist who will provide you a non-judgmental space to discover what you need. I am a Clinical Licensed Social Worker who is registered with the Board of Behavioral Services. I offer services in both English and Spanish.
Bienvenidos. Welcome. Often the first step towards healing requires a giant leap of faith and investment into our own self-care. Seeking therapy can feel unfamiliar, frightening and uncomfortable, however I am here to walk you through the process. My professional life includes my commitment to serving the needs of individuals, children, couples and families. I am compassionate, direct, bilingual therapist who will provide you a non-judgmental space to discover what you need. I am a Clinical Licensed Social Worker who is registered with the Board of Behavioral Services. I offer services in both English and Spanish.
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I treat adults in CA and VA via telehealth only currently. Are you struggling with obsessive thoughts, perfectionism, or anxiety? I specialize in OCD and anxiety disorders and work with my clients in a non-judgmental and empathic manner. I want you to feel understood and have a different relationship with your thoughts while adapting old coping skills that aren't working for you anymore. I also want to help you identify and connect with your values. I use evidenced based treatments and offer a variety of different techniques so you can have options that fit your individual needs.
I treat adults in CA and VA via telehealth only currently. Are you struggling with obsessive thoughts, perfectionism, or anxiety? I specialize in OCD and anxiety disorders and work with my clients in a non-judgmental and empathic manner. I want you to feel understood and have a different relationship with your thoughts while adapting old coping skills that aren't working for you anymore. I also want to help you identify and connect with your values. I use evidenced based treatments and offer a variety of different techniques so you can have options that fit your individual needs.
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Why is life so hard? The anxiety. The sadness. Feeling overwhelmed and stuck. You know the kind of life you want, but you can't seem to get there. Life seems to come easily to your friends and family. They are well meaning and try to help, but you end up feeling more isolated and alone. How did you get here and what can be done to have a life filled with more peace, happiness and connection? There is good news - I have helped many people create the type of life and relationships they have always wanted. I can also help you get things back on track and moving in a positive direction.
Why is life so hard? The anxiety. The sadness. Feeling overwhelmed and stuck. You know the kind of life you want, but you can't seem to get there. Life seems to come easily to your friends and family. They are well meaning and try to help, but you end up feeling more isolated and alone. How did you get here and what can be done to have a life filled with more peace, happiness and connection? There is good news - I have helped many people create the type of life and relationships they have always wanted. I can also help you get things back on track and moving in a positive direction.
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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
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I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Professional Coach with 22 years of experience in mental and behavioral health. My specific training in Transpersonal Psychology combined with solution-focused methods brings a holistic approach to my work with each person. This means we will consider all aspects of your mind/body/spirit as we help you move toward feeling better.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Professional Coach with 22 years of experience in mental and behavioral health. My specific training in Transpersonal Psychology combined with solution-focused methods brings a holistic approach to my work with each person. This means we will consider all aspects of your mind/body/spirit as we help you move toward feeling better.
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Sharon Driessen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colusa, CA 95932 (Online Only)
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or struggling with life stressors? I provide solution-focused therapy utilizing a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT, and EMDR. My approach is positive, optimistic, and accepting. Let me help you walk through life's challenges to become the best version of yourself!
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or struggling with life stressors? I provide solution-focused therapy utilizing a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT, and EMDR. My approach is positive, optimistic, and accepting. Let me help you walk through life's challenges to become the best version of yourself!
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Sara Fierro
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Colusa, CA 95932 (Online Only)
I have experience treating children, adolescents, adults, and couples. In treatment, I utilize my dual licensure background to look at individual, relational, and developmental issues and their impact on functioning. I provide care from an eclectic perspective, focused on helping clients achieve their goals.
I have experience treating children, adolescents, adults, and couples. In treatment, I utilize my dual licensure background to look at individual, relational, and developmental issues and their impact on functioning. I provide care from an eclectic perspective, focused on helping clients achieve their goals.
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Melani Samples
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Colusa, CA 95932 (Online Only)
I believe that everyone should have a chance to live a life they truly love, and to know inherently that they are loved, valued, treasured and cherished. I desire for clients to know that they matter, and their story does too. Therapy isn't one size fits all, so each session is tailored to the individual client. I start with a complimentary consultation to gather information, answer questions and assess for fit. Then I help you by walking alongside you and acting as a guide in your journey to help you write and cultivate a story you will love. I offer a safe, non-judgmental and holistic approach (I believe in the connection between
I believe that everyone should have a chance to live a life they truly love, and to know inherently that they are loved, valued, treasured and cherished. I desire for clients to know that they matter, and their story does too. Therapy isn't one size fits all, so each session is tailored to the individual client. I start with a complimentary consultation to gather information, answer questions and assess for fit. Then I help you by walking alongside you and acting as a guide in your journey to help you write and cultivate a story you will love. I offer a safe, non-judgmental and holistic approach (I believe in the connection between
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Samantha Zachman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colusa, CA 95932 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hi. I’m Samantha, Marriage and Family Therapist, who specializes in working with pre-teens, adolescents, and adults. I enjoy building rapport with children and teens, highlighting their strengths, and providing a safe space for them to express their emotions and learn new skills. I am equally as passionate about providing a supportive, comfortable environment for adults to process emotions, increase self-awareness, and create new habits for personal wellness. I work with clients to help support them through major life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief & loss, relationship issues, trauma experiences, and personal development.
Hi. I’m Samantha, Marriage and Family Therapist, who specializes in working with pre-teens, adolescents, and adults. I enjoy building rapport with children and teens, highlighting their strengths, and providing a safe space for them to express their emotions and learn new skills. I am equally as passionate about providing a supportive, comfortable environment for adults to process emotions, increase self-awareness, and create new habits for personal wellness. I work with clients to help support them through major life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief & loss, relationship issues, trauma experiences, and personal development.
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Among my areas of expertise are Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting, relational, and marital issues.
We all struggle at times to see our inner strengths and capabilities due to the life experiences which have shaped us. I work in the belief that we each have everything we need to achieve a fulfilled and successful life already present within us; sometimes we just need a little help accessing it. Using a multi-modality approach I encourage my clients to work in the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring us to self awareness, acceptance, and lasting change.
Among my areas of expertise are Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting, relational, and marital issues.
We all struggle at times to see our inner strengths and capabilities due to the life experiences which have shaped us. I work in the belief that we each have everything we need to achieve a fulfilled and successful life already present within us; sometimes we just need a little help accessing it. Using a multi-modality approach I encourage my clients to work in the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring us to self awareness, acceptance, and lasting change.
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Marin Youth Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corte Madera, CA 94925
I also provide parent coaching to help you connect with your child and SPACE therapy an evidence based parenting treatment to treat a child’s anxiety and OCD.
Are you worried about your child, teen or young adult but unsure how to help them? You can see something has changed in them: perhaps they seem depressed, anxious, or isolated in ways they didn’t used to be. You want them to learn skills to deal with life's challenges and resolve the issues that are holding them back. Because more than anything, you want to see your child thrive. My practice focuses on the unique needs of children 4+ through young adulthood and their families. I create developmentally appropriate, customized treatment plans using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies, art and play therapy interventions.
I also provide parent coaching to help you connect with your child and SPACE therapy an evidence based parenting treatment to treat a child’s anxiety and OCD.
Are you worried about your child, teen or young adult but unsure how to help them? You can see something has changed in them: perhaps they seem depressed, anxious, or isolated in ways they didn’t used to be. You want them to learn skills to deal with life's challenges and resolve the issues that are holding them back. Because more than anything, you want to see your child thrive. My practice focuses on the unique needs of children 4+ through young adulthood and their families. I create developmentally appropriate, customized treatment plans using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies, art and play therapy interventions.
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Sometimes the coping strategies that we use no longer work for us. And the usual support systems we turn to, are at times just not enough. Therapy can be an added support to help us figure out new strategies to cope with the challenges and times of transition in our lives. I provide a calm and reflective space, where together we will reach a deeper understanding of what holds you back and what changes you need to make to live your life more fully. Some areas of specialization include women's issues, perinatal and postnatal disorders, early parenting and cancer.
Sometimes the coping strategies that we use no longer work for us. And the usual support systems we turn to, are at times just not enough. Therapy can be an added support to help us figure out new strategies to cope with the challenges and times of transition in our lives. I provide a calm and reflective space, where together we will reach a deeper understanding of what holds you back and what changes you need to make to live your life more fully. Some areas of specialization include women's issues, perinatal and postnatal disorders, early parenting and cancer.
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As a psychologist, I provide psychotherapy and psychological evaluation services. I typically utilize a CBT approach when providing psychotherapy. However, each parent and client comes to therapy with specific concerns which they would like addressed. To provide the most effective treatment, other modalities may be incorporated after taking into account concerns, diagnosis, and age. Whether it's CBT, mindfulness techniques, ACT, schema therapy, Gottman method, or narrative therapy, our sessions will be unique and goal driven.
As a psychologist, I provide psychotherapy and psychological evaluation services. I typically utilize a CBT approach when providing psychotherapy. However, each parent and client comes to therapy with specific concerns which they would like addressed. To provide the most effective treatment, other modalities may be incorporated after taking into account concerns, diagnosis, and age. Whether it's CBT, mindfulness techniques, ACT, schema therapy, Gottman method, or narrative therapy, our sessions will be unique and goal driven.
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I help clients struggling with life transitions, codependency, depression/anxiety, premarital counseling, addictions (alcohol/drug, sex/love, food, internet), overcoming pain from the past, parenting, bipolar disorder, low self esteem, and trauma.
I have many years of experience and training and feel fortunate to work with adults, couples and teens. I find that most clients come to me when their old ways of coping are no longer working (or they are unhealthy) and the stress is too much! Why do it alone? I hold the hope for my clients when they aren't able.
I help clients struggling with life transitions, codependency, depression/anxiety, premarital counseling, addictions (alcohol/drug, sex/love, food, internet), overcoming pain from the past, parenting, bipolar disorder, low self esteem, and trauma.
I have many years of experience and training and feel fortunate to work with adults, couples and teens. I find that most clients come to me when their old ways of coping are no longer working (or they are unhealthy) and the stress is too much! Why do it alone? I hold the hope for my clients when they aren't able.
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I also see couples and consult with parents regularly on parenting issues.
I treat adults as well as adolescents and children, most frequently through individual therapy. I also work with couples. I work with people with a wide range of problems and especially enjoy working with people experiencing anxiety in relationships or at work . I also enjoy working with people who are unhappy and don't know why, and people who are repeating self-defeating patterns they feel unable to change. Meeting with a well-trained and experienced therapist can be a powerful and effective way of strengthening one's confidence and developing a personal sense of control over one's life.
I also see couples and consult with parents regularly on parenting issues.
I treat adults as well as adolescents and children, most frequently through individual therapy. I also work with couples. I work with people with a wide range of problems and especially enjoy working with people experiencing anxiety in relationships or at work . I also enjoy working with people who are unhappy and don't know why, and people who are repeating self-defeating patterns they feel unable to change. Meeting with a well-trained and experienced therapist can be a powerful and effective way of strengthening one's confidence and developing a personal sense of control over one's life.
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I work with new parents, people experiencing infertility and post-partum mood and anxiety disorders and adults and couples who are dealing with trauma, grief, and life transitions and are struggling with depression and anxiety. I have more than 20 years experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief and additional training through Post-Partum Support International in post-partum mood anxiety disorders, loss, and lived experience with infertility. I provide individual therapy, family therapy, parenting consultations, and immigration evaluations. I work in English and Spanish.
I work with new parents, people experiencing infertility and post-partum mood and anxiety disorders and adults and couples who are dealing with trauma, grief, and life transitions and are struggling with depression and anxiety. I have more than 20 years experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief and additional training through Post-Partum Support International in post-partum mood anxiety disorders, loss, and lived experience with infertility. I provide individual therapy, family therapy, parenting consultations, and immigration evaluations. I work in English and Spanish.
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The therapy I provide focuses on children, adolescents, families and adults. My clinical experience involves those afflicted by depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, identity, grief and transitions. An important part of my work allows children and their caregivers to work as a team to achieve therapeutic goals. I welcome caregivers to participate in child’s therapeutic work by providing parent consultations, check-in’s and when appropriate, facilitating parent-child sessions. My approach is tailored to the needs and therapeutic goals of each of my clients. I collaborate with you and together we will establish realistic goals.
The therapy I provide focuses on children, adolescents, families and adults. My clinical experience involves those afflicted by depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, identity, grief and transitions. An important part of my work allows children and their caregivers to work as a team to achieve therapeutic goals. I welcome caregivers to participate in child’s therapeutic work by providing parent consultations, check-in’s and when appropriate, facilitating parent-child sessions. My approach is tailored to the needs and therapeutic goals of each of my clients. I collaborate with you and together we will establish realistic goals.
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What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.