Therapists in Contra Costa County, CA
![Photo of Beth Faulkner, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/481c5902-7032-4575-9e74-3f143e1b4d58/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hello! My name is Beth Faulkner, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience. I specialize in helping adults 18 and over with feelings of depression and sadness, feelings of anxiousness in various situations, the overwhelming feelings of stress, the grief of loss and with many relationship issues. My goal for my clients is to develop new ways of thinking and behaving and gaining the tools for healthier relationships. I welcome the opportunity to assist you on your path to healing.
Hello! My name is Beth Faulkner, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience. I specialize in helping adults 18 and over with feelings of depression and sadness, feelings of anxiousness in various situations, the overwhelming feelings of stress, the grief of loss and with many relationship issues. My goal for my clients is to develop new ways of thinking and behaving and gaining the tools for healthier relationships. I welcome the opportunity to assist you on your path to healing.
![Photo of Steven East, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cb834973-8256-4a27-8ad7-97080110d12b/1/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Kristina Schasker, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/24b3e6f7-3c84-48d5-847c-1503ebca68a2/1/320x400.jpeg)
I also have extensive experience working with adolescents regarding high risk behavior, family issues, school pressure, and emotional management.
In a safe and non-judgmental environment, I provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are seeking.
I also have extensive experience working with adolescents regarding high risk behavior, family issues, school pressure, and emotional management.
In a safe and non-judgmental environment, I provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are seeking.
![Photo of Robin L Scooler, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/408cd8c0-5172-461d-8339-ceb024533cec/2/320x400.jpeg)
Robin L Scooler
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Blackhawk, CA 94506 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. Sometimes life can be tedious and we need someone to listen to our struggles and provide us a safe place to talk without any judgement. My goal is help you understand yourself better and collaborate on ways to work through your problems that are causing distress. I have worked with individuals to overcome and develop strategies to cope with PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, medical illness, cancer, addictions, divorce, and trauma.
Welcome! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. Sometimes life can be tedious and we need someone to listen to our struggles and provide us a safe place to talk without any judgement. My goal is help you understand yourself better and collaborate on ways to work through your problems that are causing distress. I have worked with individuals to overcome and develop strategies to cope with PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, medical illness, cancer, addictions, divorce, and trauma.
![Photo of Jan Amber Steward-Davis, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4a511cbc-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have over 25 years working with clients, who struggle with chemical dependency, codependency, depression, anxiety, anger, dysfunctional relationships, marital discord, family of origin issues, internet porn, pervasive negative patterns & phase of life problems. I work as an empathic guide by meeting you were you are, listening to your story, & creating attainable goals that fit into your life. I work with adults on an individual basis & provide couples counseling. When appropriate I like to invite family member(s) as a supportive means.
I have over 25 years working with clients, who struggle with chemical dependency, codependency, depression, anxiety, anger, dysfunctional relationships, marital discord, family of origin issues, internet porn, pervasive negative patterns & phase of life problems. I work as an empathic guide by meeting you were you are, listening to your story, & creating attainable goals that fit into your life. I work with adults on an individual basis & provide couples counseling. When appropriate I like to invite family member(s) as a supportive means.
![Photo of Judson Washburn, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/01f6777f-93a0-40a4-a64e-221cdde4e00c/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Judson Washburn, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I work hard to implement a compassionate and practical approach to counseling. With a deep understanding of relational dynamics and a commitment to fostering positive change, I am able to provide a safe space for clients to explore and navigate their personal and interpersonal challenges.
My name is Judson Washburn, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I work hard to implement a compassionate and practical approach to counseling. With a deep understanding of relational dynamics and a commitment to fostering positive change, I am able to provide a safe space for clients to explore and navigate their personal and interpersonal challenges.
Jenny J Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LMFT, BCBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94583 (Online Only)
" She provides individual, couples, and family therapy to children and adults.
Know Thyself! Jenny believes that everyone carries a powerful tool inside them that makes everything possible! By learning about the resources and positive inner-tools that you already own, you can better understand yourself, your troubles, and the choices that you can make. Jenny helps you to become aware of your options, while helping you understand how to utilize them with your inner-strengths and tools.
" She provides individual, couples, and family therapy to children and adults.
Know Thyself! Jenny believes that everyone carries a powerful tool inside them that makes everything possible! By learning about the resources and positive inner-tools that you already own, you can better understand yourself, your troubles, and the choices that you can make. Jenny helps you to become aware of your options, while helping you understand how to utilize them with your inner-strengths and tools.
![Photo of Rochelle Frehling, LCP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5bfba237-a49b-433b-ad22-8d89578fa8e6/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Rochelle Frehling and I am a licensed Psychologist interested in working with people to learn how to more effectively manage their emotions and have healthier relationships with their selves and others. I am interested in blended family issues, divorce, and parenting using an eclectic approach tailored to your specific needs. Sometimes, because of things we have gone through in our past we learn protective strategies that end up keeping you stuck. They might be helping you feel safer, but they may be shrinking your life and limiting your opportunity to be your best authentic self.
My name is Rochelle Frehling and I am a licensed Psychologist interested in working with people to learn how to more effectively manage their emotions and have healthier relationships with their selves and others. I am interested in blended family issues, divorce, and parenting using an eclectic approach tailored to your specific needs. Sometimes, because of things we have gone through in our past we learn protective strategies that end up keeping you stuck. They might be helping you feel safer, but they may be shrinking your life and limiting your opportunity to be your best authentic self.
![Photo of Marjan Soltani, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e36a1ea2-2893-405f-bc02-3a415c27a679/1/320x400.jpeg)
I mostly work with young adults who struggle with depression and anxiety, as well as anger management, coping skills, divorce, family conflict, grief, infertility, infidelity, and life coaching.
I am an Iranian American woman, with the goal of helping individuals with challenges we face daily. I believe humans are fascinating and learning about how our brain works with our body based on different life experiences creates the person we are today. My goal is to help individuals understand themselves better and improve their quality of life. I speak also Farsi fluently and have understanding of being a Middle Eastern woman Living in today's society.
I mostly work with young adults who struggle with depression and anxiety, as well as anger management, coping skills, divorce, family conflict, grief, infertility, infidelity, and life coaching.
I am an Iranian American woman, with the goal of helping individuals with challenges we face daily. I believe humans are fascinating and learning about how our brain works with our body based on different life experiences creates the person we are today. My goal is to help individuals understand themselves better and improve their quality of life. I speak also Farsi fluently and have understanding of being a Middle Eastern woman Living in today's society.
![Photo of Abigail McCarrel, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a448a1aa-e7a9-4386-bd2a-8a65099ede0c/2/320x400.png)
Abigail McCarrel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Antioch, CA 94509 (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Abby McCarrel. I am a licensed clinical social worker and family therapist. I hold a diplomat credential from the National Association of Social Workers for advanced clinical practice. I have a unique therapy approach, focusing on brain health and brain-based parenting. Online sessions are fun for adults and children, which include movement-based activities to grow calm minds, strengthen the parent-child connection, and create a sense of safety for children and parents alike.
Welcome! My name is Abby McCarrel. I am a licensed clinical social worker and family therapist. I hold a diplomat credential from the National Association of Social Workers for advanced clinical practice. I have a unique therapy approach, focusing on brain health and brain-based parenting. Online sessions are fun for adults and children, which include movement-based activities to grow calm minds, strengthen the parent-child connection, and create a sense of safety for children and parents alike.
![Photo of Vanessa Tan, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c5f95054-c6f7-42b2-b9f5-a06ec0ccaba8/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi! I'm Vanessa, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I'm a first-generation immigrant based in San Diego, CA. Originally from Southeast Asia, I've worked and lived in Singapore, Taiwan, and Buffalo, NY. I love cooking, board game nights, heated blankets, and playing fetch with my dog! I typically work with teenagers, couples, and young adults. I have been practicing since 2015 and my areas of focus are relationships - familial, romantic, platonic. I believe our core relationships are foundational to the self and inform the ways in which we make the life decisions we do and choose the people we choose.
Hi! I'm Vanessa, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I'm a first-generation immigrant based in San Diego, CA. Originally from Southeast Asia, I've worked and lived in Singapore, Taiwan, and Buffalo, NY. I love cooking, board game nights, heated blankets, and playing fetch with my dog! I typically work with teenagers, couples, and young adults. I have been practicing since 2015 and my areas of focus are relationships - familial, romantic, platonic. I believe our core relationships are foundational to the self and inform the ways in which we make the life decisions we do and choose the people we choose.
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Hello, my name is Rob Park, and I am a licensed psychologist in California. Are you a child, teen, young adult, or the parent/guardian of one, finding that there is a LOT going on, and feel anxious, overwhelmed, and stressed-out? I have over 20 years of experience providing an emotionally safe, validating environment in which to engage young people and their parents/guardians in this collaborative task of therapy. I aspire to provide support and skill-development for kids and teens, as well as providing support to parents and guardians in the difficult role of raising a family.
Hello, my name is Rob Park, and I am a licensed psychologist in California. Are you a child, teen, young adult, or the parent/guardian of one, finding that there is a LOT going on, and feel anxious, overwhelmed, and stressed-out? I have over 20 years of experience providing an emotionally safe, validating environment in which to engage young people and their parents/guardians in this collaborative task of therapy. I aspire to provide support and skill-development for kids and teens, as well as providing support to parents and guardians in the difficult role of raising a family.
![Photo of Shannon Saltzman, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e7218699-eb1e-42b0-8f9b-03b4bc378670/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am experienced in treating depression, anxiety, stress, stage-of-life transitions, poor social support, family system difficulties, end-of-life counseling, bereavement, and loss.
Welcome! My name is Shannon Saltzman, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of clinical social work experience and over 20 years in the field of social work, I specialize in treating adults and older adults. As a therapist, I provide a warm, supportive, empathetic, non-judgemental, safe space for healing and recovery. I help clients move through whatever it is they may be struggling with and help them develop coping tools that they can continue to use beyond our time together.
I am experienced in treating depression, anxiety, stress, stage-of-life transitions, poor social support, family system difficulties, end-of-life counseling, bereavement, and loss.
Welcome! My name is Shannon Saltzman, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of clinical social work experience and over 20 years in the field of social work, I specialize in treating adults and older adults. As a therapist, I provide a warm, supportive, empathetic, non-judgemental, safe space for healing and recovery. I help clients move through whatever it is they may be struggling with and help them develop coping tools that they can continue to use beyond our time together.
![Photo of Lucinda Guarino, LPCC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3a13967b-6dc1-4cca-be47-3d114b9b08e9/2/320x400.jpeg)
These challenges often include anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, and family disharmony.
Hi, there, I'm Lucinda! My name is Lucinda Guarino, and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with women and men ages 14 and over and specialize in anxiety, life transitions, and emotional challenges. I use Humanistic/Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients progress and start feeling better. I'm also happy to work with clients who desire to meet with someone from a faith-based, Christian perspective.
These challenges often include anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, and family disharmony.
Hi, there, I'm Lucinda! My name is Lucinda Guarino, and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with women and men ages 14 and over and specialize in anxiety, life transitions, and emotional challenges. I use Humanistic/Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients progress and start feeling better. I'm also happy to work with clients who desire to meet with someone from a faith-based, Christian perspective.
![Photo of Chanté McCree, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1c6015c2-9deb-4c12-a51f-1350cfeb2653/1/320x400.jpeg)
Chanté McCree
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pittsburg, CA 94565 (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm Chanté, a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist dedicated to helping others navigate complexity and stress in their lives. I found at a very early age that I have a gift for being a great listener. In both my personal and professional life, I often find that others are comfortable confiding deep and personal things in me. Over time, I developed a natural curiosity to understand human habits and behaviors, which led me to the field of mental health. My own relationship with therapy has had a profoundly positive influence on my life and the goal in my practice is to help instill those same benefits in you.
Welcome! I'm Chanté, a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist dedicated to helping others navigate complexity and stress in their lives. I found at a very early age that I have a gift for being a great listener. In both my personal and professional life, I often find that others are comfortable confiding deep and personal things in me. Over time, I developed a natural curiosity to understand human habits and behaviors, which led me to the field of mental health. My own relationship with therapy has had a profoundly positive influence on my life and the goal in my practice is to help instill those same benefits in you.
Are you struggling with your midlife crisis at work, with your family, or unresolved early life trauma? I can help you identify your specific issues and emotional responses to them. Then I can help you find the best solutions. I can help you co-create positive mindset to manifest your most authentic and fulfilling life.
Are you struggling with your midlife crisis at work, with your family, or unresolved early life trauma? I can help you identify your specific issues and emotional responses to them. Then I can help you find the best solutions. I can help you co-create positive mindset to manifest your most authentic and fulfilling life.
![Photo of Michael J Abrams, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4c1cdf8f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Saturdays appointments available! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with children, adolescents, and families. In addition, I work with individual adults, couples, and co-parenting. I provide a safe, calm, friendly, empathetic & down to earth environment for my clients. I have extensive experience and specialize in working with young children through adolescents and their families around issues related to social, behavioral, interpersonal and academic concerns. Throughout my career, I have provided supervision to other professionals in all aspects of providing psychotherapy for children and adolescents; from case conceptualization, diagnosis, and treatment.
Saturdays appointments available! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with children, adolescents, and families. In addition, I work with individual adults, couples, and co-parenting. I provide a safe, calm, friendly, empathetic & down to earth environment for my clients. I have extensive experience and specialize in working with young children through adolescents and their families around issues related to social, behavioral, interpersonal and academic concerns. Throughout my career, I have provided supervision to other professionals in all aspects of providing psychotherapy for children and adolescents; from case conceptualization, diagnosis, and treatment.
![Photo of Sarah Lynn Guzick - Sarah Lynn Guzick MFT, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e61ee600-1838-4f85-b3ed-bcd96dae383d/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who currently works with women over 18. I enjoy spending quality time with friends and family, comedy, theatre, film making, creative writing, improvisation, nature, traveling, film and television, documentaries, dancing and making art of all kinds.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who currently works with women over 18. I enjoy spending quality time with friends and family, comedy, theatre, film making, creative writing, improvisation, nature, traveling, film and television, documentaries, dancing and making art of all kinds.
![Photo of Michael J Rubino III, PhD, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d3b8c43-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Michael J Rubino III
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
I specialize in numerous issues but especially children and teens. I believe in working with my patients. When you come to my office you are trusting me with your life or your child's life. I want to work as a team and for you to ask questions as needed. Most people are coming to therapy for stressful reasons and I am ready to help I treat everyone I work with like a family member. But I am kind and get the job done because that is why you came to me. I look forward to working with you.
I specialize in numerous issues but especially children and teens. I believe in working with my patients. When you come to my office you are trusting me with your life or your child's life. I want to work as a team and for you to ask questions as needed. Most people are coming to therapy for stressful reasons and I am ready to help I treat everyone I work with like a family member. But I am kind and get the job done because that is why you came to me. I look forward to working with you.
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Heather Burns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
El Cerrito, CA 94530
It's hard to go it alone with painful feelings of confusion, guilt, sadness, anxiety or despair. I help you access and unravel internal knots related to work or school performance, conflictual relationships, gender and sexuality, addictive behaviors, struggles with self-care and body image, or a family history troubled by dysfunction, divorce, addiction, mental illness, abuse, unresolved conflict or estrangement from loved ones.
It's hard to go it alone with painful feelings of confusion, guilt, sadness, anxiety or despair. I help you access and unravel internal knots related to work or school performance, conflictual relationships, gender and sexuality, addictive behaviors, struggles with self-care and body image, or a family history troubled by dysfunction, divorce, addiction, mental illness, abuse, unresolved conflict or estrangement from loved ones.
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer benefit plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy