Female Therapists in Exeter, CA
Kathleen earned both her Bachelor of Arts and Masters Degree from Chapman University College in Orange, California. Her years of specialized training and experience have equipped her with skills in various therapeutic approaches including solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and EMDR. She has a background in treating co-occurring disorders (substance abuse treatment and mental health). She customizes her approach to meet the needs and presenting problems of her clients and directs their treatment to establish a therapeutic alliance in order to facilitate the bridge to health.
Kathleen earned both her Bachelor of Arts and Masters Degree from Chapman University College in Orange, California. Her years of specialized training and experience have equipped her with skills in various therapeutic approaches including solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and EMDR. She has a background in treating co-occurring disorders (substance abuse treatment and mental health). She customizes her approach to meet the needs and presenting problems of her clients and directs their treatment to establish a therapeutic alliance in order to facilitate the bridge to health.
Anxiety/Depression: is it interfering with a sense of purpose, success, hope for your future, relationships, and your job? Grief/unexpected losses of a loved one, friend or pet: holding you back from moving forward? Unresolved traumatic memories triggered when least expected, affecting relationships? Are children angry, acting out as they carry old and new worries? My 30+yr previous career in nursing also provides understanding to chronic illnesses, or sheds light on needed medical referrals. I also offer Immigration Psychological Evaluations.
Anxiety/Depression: is it interfering with a sense of purpose, success, hope for your future, relationships, and your job? Grief/unexpected losses of a loved one, friend or pet: holding you back from moving forward? Unresolved traumatic memories triggered when least expected, affecting relationships? Are children angry, acting out as they carry old and new worries? My 30+yr previous career in nursing also provides understanding to chronic illnesses, or sheds light on needed medical referrals. I also offer Immigration Psychological Evaluations.
Elisa Villafana
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Exeter, CA 93221 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed with work or life transitions and need support to manage the stress? Are you struggling with internal pain, grief and sadness due to a chronic illness or loss of a loved one? My goal is to create an environment that is supportive, safe, promotes self-growth and healing. I use certain therapeutic approaches to help meet your needs and goals for therapy. I also provide Advance Care Planning services and help to facilitate difficult conversations for patients and their family/caregiver.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed with work or life transitions and need support to manage the stress? Are you struggling with internal pain, grief and sadness due to a chronic illness or loss of a loved one? My goal is to create an environment that is supportive, safe, promotes self-growth and healing. I use certain therapeutic approaches to help meet your needs and goals for therapy. I also provide Advance Care Planning services and help to facilitate difficult conversations for patients and their family/caregiver.
Anita Perez, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Exeter, CA 93221
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Grief Therapist and have worked in a wide range of mental health and psychotherapy settings. I completed a certificate program designed by worId renowned grief expert David Kessler. I know that no one is immune from experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief & loss, and trauma. It can be difficult to reach out and perhaps even admit there is a problem. It takes courage to seek therapy and face your feelings. Therapy can be the beginning of learning to have an understanding of what you have gone through in your life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Grief Therapist and have worked in a wide range of mental health and psychotherapy settings. I completed a certificate program designed by worId renowned grief expert David Kessler. I know that no one is immune from experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief & loss, and trauma. It can be difficult to reach out and perhaps even admit there is a problem. It takes courage to seek therapy and face your feelings. Therapy can be the beginning of learning to have an understanding of what you have gone through in your life.
Are you ready for a comeback? I can help you to learn to think more clearly and feel differently about yourself, other people, and events in your life. Through my own personal journey and in my work as a psychotherapist I have found that when we are faced with obstacles it is an opportunity for learning. Where there is pain, there is hope. I graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. I work from a strength-based and client center approach helping others witness transformation and healing despite their past and present emotional issues.
Are you ready for a comeback? I can help you to learn to think more clearly and feel differently about yourself, other people, and events in your life. Through my own personal journey and in my work as a psychotherapist I have found that when we are faced with obstacles it is an opportunity for learning. Where there is pain, there is hope. I graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. I work from a strength-based and client center approach helping others witness transformation and healing despite their past and present emotional issues.
Ida Y Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Exeter, CA 93221 (Online Only)
I enjoy and specialize in working with Women’s Issues and Couples counseling.
Life can become very challenging, and oftentimes, without a moment’s notice... things change! We experience a lot of emotions, fears, and questions that come up inside of us. We feel all alone and too embarrassed to talk to anyone about it. It’s Okay...You’re NOT Alone. We all experience hard times. We all need someone we can trust and to talk to. I provide a holistic approach focusing on mind, body, and soul to bring mental health and wellness. I offer an atmosphere of safety and freedom to express yourself without fear of judgement. Pick up the phone and call me today for a FREE 15-minute consultation.
I enjoy and specialize in working with Women’s Issues and Couples counseling.
Life can become very challenging, and oftentimes, without a moment’s notice... things change! We experience a lot of emotions, fears, and questions that come up inside of us. We feel all alone and too embarrassed to talk to anyone about it. It’s Okay...You’re NOT Alone. We all experience hard times. We all need someone we can trust and to talk to. I provide a holistic approach focusing on mind, body, and soul to bring mental health and wellness. I offer an atmosphere of safety and freedom to express yourself without fear of judgement. Pick up the phone and call me today for a FREE 15-minute consultation.
Paraclete Counseling Leslie R. Mudaheranwa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DDiv , MTh, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Exeter, CA 93221
Evidence has shown one of the determining factors of obtaining results from therapy, is how comfortable you feel with your therapist. It is my goal to establish an environment of trust, safety, and authenticity with you, In an effort to share the unique experience of the therapeutic relationship. I work with individuals, couples and families through a range of evidence based modalities. My approach is to work collaboratively with you to develop an ideal treatment plan to work on your identified needs. I practice through a strength based perspective and I am EMDR trained to work with clients who may have experienced life trauma.
Evidence has shown one of the determining factors of obtaining results from therapy, is how comfortable you feel with your therapist. It is my goal to establish an environment of trust, safety, and authenticity with you, In an effort to share the unique experience of the therapeutic relationship. I work with individuals, couples and families through a range of evidence based modalities. My approach is to work collaboratively with you to develop an ideal treatment plan to work on your identified needs. I practice through a strength based perspective and I am EMDR trained to work with clients who may have experienced life trauma.
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Life can be messy. Things don't always go the way we plan. When that happens, we can feel stuck. Stuck in anger, sadness, and frustration which can lead to symptoms of anxiety, depression and feelings of helplessness It is my belief that people have the ability and strength to cope with life's unexpected turns and disappointments. Sometimes, we just need some extra support and encouragement to understand and process our complex feelings and realize the potential and resiliency that lies within.
Life can be messy. Things don't always go the way we plan. When that happens, we can feel stuck. Stuck in anger, sadness, and frustration which can lead to symptoms of anxiety, depression and feelings of helplessness It is my belief that people have the ability and strength to cope with life's unexpected turns and disappointments. Sometimes, we just need some extra support and encouragement to understand and process our complex feelings and realize the potential and resiliency that lies within.
Julissa Galvan Garza
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93291 (Online Only)
As humans, we all have different needs and goals which makes us unique. The ideal client is a person who is willing to feel and process different emotions and thoughts in order to know himself/ herself for the purpose of personal grow and reduce current impairments. I hope my clients are seeking understanding of themselves as a way to reduce pain/struggles and increase awareness of their capacity to increase major satisfaction in their lives.
As humans, we all have different needs and goals which makes us unique. The ideal client is a person who is willing to feel and process different emotions and thoughts in order to know himself/ herself for the purpose of personal grow and reduce current impairments. I hope my clients are seeking understanding of themselves as a way to reduce pain/struggles and increase awareness of their capacity to increase major satisfaction in their lives.
Rebecca Armstrong
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Visalia, CA 93291
We all go through difficult times. We face more challenges today than ever with family, careers, relationships, and parenting. Therapy can be extremely helpful in learning new ways to cope with our complex lives and learn to live more fully. No one has to walk this journey alone. I don't have all the answers, but I would love to help you discover your own strengths and uniqueness and help you flourish. I graduated from Fresno Pacific University and completed my Master’s Degree at the Seminary. I would love to help you live your best life.
We all go through difficult times. We face more challenges today than ever with family, careers, relationships, and parenting. Therapy can be extremely helpful in learning new ways to cope with our complex lives and learn to live more fully. No one has to walk this journey alone. I don't have all the answers, but I would love to help you discover your own strengths and uniqueness and help you flourish. I graduated from Fresno Pacific University and completed my Master’s Degree at the Seminary. I would love to help you live your best life.
Building self-awareness is often a hard place to start.
Building self-awareness is often a hard place to start.
Hello, my name is Stacey. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Bakersfield, California. I am passionate about my work and providing an opportunity to help individuals and families cope with life's challenges and work towards healing and creating a life worth living. I work well with children, adolescents, and young adults; however, I have the ability to engage with and work with any age group. I also have the ability to engage with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and ethnicities.
Hello, my name is Stacey. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Bakersfield, California. I am passionate about my work and providing an opportunity to help individuals and families cope with life's challenges and work towards healing and creating a life worth living. I work well with children, adolescents, and young adults; however, I have the ability to engage with and work with any age group. I also have the ability to engage with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and ethnicities.
My goal is to walk alongside you on your journey and provide the support you need on the journey. There is no judgement based on diagnosis or background. I have spent most of my clinician career working with those with severe mental illness diagnosis or requiring residential mental health treatment. For those transitioning from that setting it is hard to find a clinician and one of my goals is to be able to walk alongside those in transition from residential or intensive mental health treatment as they re-integrate back home.
My goal is to walk alongside you on your journey and provide the support you need on the journey. There is no judgement based on diagnosis or background. I have spent most of my clinician career working with those with severe mental illness diagnosis or requiring residential mental health treatment. For those transitioning from that setting it is hard to find a clinician and one of my goals is to be able to walk alongside those in transition from residential or intensive mental health treatment as they re-integrate back home.
Andrea Lott - Heartworks
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93277
Life is a journey, full of twists and turns and can be challenging for anyone at any time. While a life full of peace and happiness is desired, sometimes choice of direction, emotional and or physical wounds, trauma, bullying, abuse, loss, illness, caregiver stress, complicated grief, or unmet expectations can throw one off track and seriously disrupt journeys.If you are feeling off track, seeking redirection and peace; be assured your journey matters.
Life is a journey, full of twists and turns and can be challenging for anyone at any time. While a life full of peace and happiness is desired, sometimes choice of direction, emotional and or physical wounds, trauma, bullying, abuse, loss, illness, caregiver stress, complicated grief, or unmet expectations can throw one off track and seriously disrupt journeys.If you are feeling off track, seeking redirection and peace; be assured your journey matters.
LGBT issues, co-parenting, marital therapy, anxiety disorders, women's issues and Victims of Crime (VOC). Have expertise in working with persons with depression or anxiety related to a medical condition; also work with persons with developmental delays. Target population - couples, families, adolescents, children elementary school land older; women and men in transition. Also expertise in working with military families, PTSD, and transition issues. Hold Master's Degrees in Counseling and Masters in Medical Rehabilitation. Experience with families impacted by substance abuse, domestic violence and divorce. Competent in reunification therapy with divorced families
LGBT issues, co-parenting, marital therapy, anxiety disorders, women's issues and Victims of Crime (VOC). Have expertise in working with persons with depression or anxiety related to a medical condition; also work with persons with developmental delays. Target population - couples, families, adolescents, children elementary school land older; women and men in transition. Also expertise in working with military families, PTSD, and transition issues. Hold Master's Degrees in Counseling and Masters in Medical Rehabilitation. Experience with families impacted by substance abuse, domestic violence and divorce. Competent in reunification therapy with divorced families
Hi, my name is Kati Hoover, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Long Beach, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, self-esteem, and relationship issues. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients achieve their goals and start feeling better. I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for teens and young adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and social pressures.
Hi, my name is Kati Hoover, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Long Beach, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, self-esteem, and relationship issues. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients achieve their goals and start feeling better. I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for teens and young adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and social pressures.
My clientele includes both men and women who are open to receiving constructive feedback and are motivated to create positive change in their lives.
My name is Natalie Suric, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Los Angeles, California. I work with men and women and specialize in anxiety, trauma, and stress. I utilize an eclectic therapeutic approach including techniques from CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapies. I am also trained in EMDR. I employ an eclectic approach that blends elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) when appropriate.
My clientele includes both men and women who are open to receiving constructive feedback and are motivated to create positive change in their lives.
My name is Natalie Suric, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Los Angeles, California. I work with men and women and specialize in anxiety, trauma, and stress. I utilize an eclectic therapeutic approach including techniques from CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapies. I am also trained in EMDR. I employ an eclectic approach that blends elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) when appropriate.
Valerie True, LCSW, working with adults 18 and older, focuses on life transitions, chronic and new medical diagnoses, grief and loss, caregiver issues, aging-related issues, work-related issues, stress, depression, and the growing pains of life. My approach is client-based, through talk and exercises we will work together to find the path that helps you gain insight and develop skills to support your goals.
Valerie True, LCSW, working with adults 18 and older, focuses on life transitions, chronic and new medical diagnoses, grief and loss, caregiver issues, aging-related issues, work-related issues, stress, depression, and the growing pains of life. My approach is client-based, through talk and exercises we will work together to find the path that helps you gain insight and develop skills to support your goals.
Jaime Ls DiMeco
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
Visalia, CA 93279 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Jaime DiMeco & I'm honored that you are here. I have been a psychotherapist since 2018, & in that time I’ve had the privilege to use my education & training to serve a spectrum of clients across California with a variety of therapeutic needs. I take a collaborative & whole-person approach with each client. It is my desire to get to know & come alongside you in identifying current challenges, exploring meaningful goals, & facilitating transformation using verified approaches within a safe therapeutic environment. I am passionate about working with individuals of all backgrounds to overcome & heal from the lasting impacts
Hello, I'm Jaime DiMeco & I'm honored that you are here. I have been a psychotherapist since 2018, & in that time I’ve had the privilege to use my education & training to serve a spectrum of clients across California with a variety of therapeutic needs. I take a collaborative & whole-person approach with each client. It is my desire to get to know & come alongside you in identifying current challenges, exploring meaningful goals, & facilitating transformation using verified approaches within a safe therapeutic environment. I am passionate about working with individuals of all backgrounds to overcome & heal from the lasting impacts
In between school, work, family commitments, and personal relationships, life can become very busy. Sometimes stressors or unplanned events can throw life out of balance, and we need a little extra support to adjust. Let me help you learn tools to respond to these challenges. Hi, I'm Renee Bond. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California and Texas. I have been working in the mental health field for almost 17 years. I started my career in a school counseling office and then moved into providing services for an outpatient clinic.
In between school, work, family commitments, and personal relationships, life can become very busy. Sometimes stressors or unplanned events can throw life out of balance, and we need a little extra support to adjust. Let me help you learn tools to respond to these challenges. Hi, I'm Renee Bond. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California and Texas. I have been working in the mental health field for almost 17 years. I started my career in a school counseling office and then moved into providing services for an outpatient clinic.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.