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Dr. Kellen Grayson Psy.D. LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Doctor of Psychology Psy.D.). When one experience life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to feel out of control or less satisfied. My greatest passion is bringing healing to people who have been through difficult times. I help individuals, couples, and families, to find healthy and authentic perceptions of themselves so that they can begin to strengthen their relationships and begin to feel more peaceful, whole, and safer. I have been trained in a wide range of modalities that can address your individual needs.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Doctor of Psychology Psy.D.). When one experience life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to feel out of control or less satisfied. My greatest passion is bringing healing to people who have been through difficult times. I help individuals, couples, and families, to find healthy and authentic perceptions of themselves so that they can begin to strengthen their relationships and begin to feel more peaceful, whole, and safer. I have been trained in a wide range of modalities that can address your individual needs.
(415) 329-5953 View (415) 329-5953
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Laura Sharp
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Relationship stress leave us feeling lonely, disconnected and hopeless. You're someone who desires to feel loved, supported, connected but you find yourself not knowing what to do to make your marriage better. You have tried to read a book, you have tried talking to your partner with no success. You long to have a different relationship but just not sure what to do. But, you are ready to try something different. Your ready to have real conversations where you are both heard and understood, you want to resolve conflict without getting into a fight again, you want to be on the same page and be friends and lovers. I want to help.
Relationship stress leave us feeling lonely, disconnected and hopeless. You're someone who desires to feel loved, supported, connected but you find yourself not knowing what to do to make your marriage better. You have tried to read a book, you have tried talking to your partner with no success. You long to have a different relationship but just not sure what to do. But, you are ready to try something different. Your ready to have real conversations where you are both heard and understood, you want to resolve conflict without getting into a fight again, you want to be on the same page and be friends and lovers. I want to help.
(279) 321-7727 View (279) 321-7727
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Nancy L Ryan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, Gottman, Cert
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
We'll meet you where you are at in your unique relationship and offer you the support you need to improve your communication, grow closer, improved your sex life, overcome betrayal and learn to fight fair.
You want to have the best marriage you can, yet no matter what you try you feel disconnected, frustrated or even hopeless. You're someone who is successful in their professional life and you wonder why it is so hard in your personal relationships, often leading to feelings of shame. You have an idea of what it should be like but no matter what you try it just isn't getting you there. But you're ready to make a change. Your ready to have a relationship where it's you and your partner against the world, not warring at each other or living like roommates. Most of all, you are ready to do what you can to feel alive and in love again.
We'll meet you where you are at in your unique relationship and offer you the support you need to improve your communication, grow closer, improved your sex life, overcome betrayal and learn to fight fair.
You want to have the best marriage you can, yet no matter what you try you feel disconnected, frustrated or even hopeless. You're someone who is successful in their professional life and you wonder why it is so hard in your personal relationships, often leading to feelings of shame. You have an idea of what it should be like but no matter what you try it just isn't getting you there. But you're ready to make a change. Your ready to have a relationship where it's you and your partner against the world, not warring at each other or living like roommates. Most of all, you are ready to do what you can to feel alive and in love again.
(530) 903-5579 View (530) 903-5579
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Karina Rocha
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
I know parts of life may feel challenging right now and you may be feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or even uninspired. Whatever has brought you here is a story worth exploring to better understand where you come from and where you’d like to go. It’s important to me that you know you don't have to find your way there alone. As a trauma-informed holistic therapist, I’m dedicated to supporting individuals and couples on their healing journey. I strive to empower my clients to overcome challenges, foster resilience, and live their most authentic lives.
I know parts of life may feel challenging right now and you may be feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or even uninspired. Whatever has brought you here is a story worth exploring to better understand where you come from and where you’d like to go. It’s important to me that you know you don't have to find your way there alone. As a trauma-informed holistic therapist, I’m dedicated to supporting individuals and couples on their healing journey. I strive to empower my clients to overcome challenges, foster resilience, and live their most authentic lives.
(279) 201-5966 View (279) 201-5966
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WisdomPath Way Institute
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
I view my role as a psychotherapist as that of partner and guide, helping adults and children alike to rediscover their innate resiliency and capacity to work through and overcome obstacles.
It is often when we feel the most overwhelmed __ when we have "tried everything we know" to feel better, to make changes, to break out of bad habits or unhelpful behavior patterns __ that we find ourselves the most open to growth and change. This is the purpose of psychotherapy. To provide us with the opportunity to open to the process of self-discovery __ to explore our thoughts, our feelings, and our behaviors and to find or regain our essential wholeness and sense of well-being.
I view my role as a psychotherapist as that of partner and guide, helping adults and children alike to rediscover their innate resiliency and capacity to work through and overcome obstacles.
It is often when we feel the most overwhelmed __ when we have "tried everything we know" to feel better, to make changes, to break out of bad habits or unhelpful behavior patterns __ that we find ourselves the most open to growth and change. This is the purpose of psychotherapy. To provide us with the opportunity to open to the process of self-discovery __ to explore our thoughts, our feelings, and our behaviors and to find or regain our essential wholeness and sense of well-being.
(916) 341-9335 View (916) 341-9335
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Tina Glishich
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
I provide safe, accepting, and mindful environment as well as culturally sensitive services for children, adults, and families who are experiencing difficulties with emotional stress such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, behavioral issues such as ADHD, defiant, and oppositional behaviors, culture-related stress such as immigration and issues regarding identity including gender variant clients. I love helping couples and use Emotionally Focus Therapy in addition to CBT techniques.
I provide safe, accepting, and mindful environment as well as culturally sensitive services for children, adults, and families who are experiencing difficulties with emotional stress such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, behavioral issues such as ADHD, defiant, and oppositional behaviors, culture-related stress such as immigration and issues regarding identity including gender variant clients. I love helping couples and use Emotionally Focus Therapy in addition to CBT techniques.
(916) 347-5794 View (916) 347-5794
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Laura Hileman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
It has been my life-long passion to help others, as I have been through my own personal journey of healing and overcoming through many seasons in my life. I enjoy walking alongside my clients as they process their journeys, helping them to gain a better understanding of themselves and build skills in areas where they feel stuck. I believe that building trust and connection in our therapeutic relationship is essential. I have been told that I make people feel comfortable very quickly and that I am easy to talk to. My counseling style is to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere where you feel seen and cared about unconditionally.
It has been my life-long passion to help others, as I have been through my own personal journey of healing and overcoming through many seasons in my life. I enjoy walking alongside my clients as they process their journeys, helping them to gain a better understanding of themselves and build skills in areas where they feel stuck. I believe that building trust and connection in our therapeutic relationship is essential. I have been told that I make people feel comfortable very quickly and that I am easy to talk to. My counseling style is to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere where you feel seen and cared about unconditionally.
(916) 794-9151 View (916) 794-9151
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Michelle Mohammadian
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
This is where I come in! I work with my client’s as a collaborative partner in order to guide them to where they want to be in their mental health journey and towards their authentic version of themselves.
Most of us are able to go through the motions and present ourselves in a way that is perceived that we have it all together. While on the inside, we could be battling negative self-talk, the overwhelm of day to day life or trauma from the past, and struggling to cope with these big feelings in a healthy way. Maybe we are ready to make a change, but are unsure where to begin.
This is where I come in! I work with my client’s as a collaborative partner in order to guide them to where they want to be in their mental health journey and towards their authentic version of themselves.
Most of us are able to go through the motions and present ourselves in a way that is perceived that we have it all together. While on the inside, we could be battling negative self-talk, the overwhelm of day to day life or trauma from the past, and struggling to cope with these big feelings in a healthy way. Maybe we are ready to make a change, but are unsure where to begin.
(916) 545-6424 View (916) 545-6424
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Elise Taylor
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Trauma leaves us feeling disconnected from ourselves and others. You're someone who deeply desires to feel safe and connected in your relationships and with yourself but still feel yourself feeling out of control of your reactions and emotions struggling to feel like you "need to get it together". You want to show up differently in life and in your relationships but not sure how to get there. You're ready to make a change. You're ready to feel more grounded and safe and have the job and relationships you desire. I want to help you get there with yourself or your relationship. I am bilingual Spanish/English speaking.
Trauma leaves us feeling disconnected from ourselves and others. You're someone who deeply desires to feel safe and connected in your relationships and with yourself but still feel yourself feeling out of control of your reactions and emotions struggling to feel like you "need to get it together". You want to show up differently in life and in your relationships but not sure how to get there. You're ready to make a change. You're ready to feel more grounded and safe and have the job and relationships you desire. I want to help you get there with yourself or your relationship. I am bilingual Spanish/English speaking.
(916) 237-1478 View (916) 237-1478
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Rebeca S Madrigal
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
I am also passionate about working with individuals/couples on how to strengthen and develop healthy relationships.
Many professional, successful people in all areas of life have had times when they struggle and getting therapy can help. If you are searching for a therapist, you are not alone! I believe everyone should have a therapist. Our mental health is just as important as taking care of our physical health, which is why I chose this field and hope to help break the stigma around mental health especially as a weakness, or just for crazy people. Everyone struggles at some point in their lives, which is why I am passionate about finding the right therapy that works for each individual.
I am also passionate about working with individuals/couples on how to strengthen and develop healthy relationships.
Many professional, successful people in all areas of life have had times when they struggle and getting therapy can help. If you are searching for a therapist, you are not alone! I believe everyone should have a therapist. Our mental health is just as important as taking care of our physical health, which is why I chose this field and hope to help break the stigma around mental health especially as a weakness, or just for crazy people. Everyone struggles at some point in their lives, which is why I am passionate about finding the right therapy that works for each individual.
(916) 587-4647 View (916) 587-4647
Dr. Laureen A Lester
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Her work focuses on helping individuals, couples and families set goals and build stronger relationships with themselves and each other.
Life can be hard-- really hard. Sometimes, we are just trying to survive and we end up in a place we don’t want to be: depression, anger, anxiety, loneliness, hopelessness. Asking for help is an act of strength and courage. I have a passion for helping others find their way toward who they want to be. I can help you become more proactive, not just reacting to the circumstances of life. Understanding the past. Managing the present. Building for the future. It’s never too late for change! Life can be better if you are willing to do the work. Are you ready to begin?
Her work focuses on helping individuals, couples and families set goals and build stronger relationships with themselves and each other.
Life can be hard-- really hard. Sometimes, we are just trying to survive and we end up in a place we don’t want to be: depression, anger, anxiety, loneliness, hopelessness. Asking for help is an act of strength and courage. I have a passion for helping others find their way toward who they want to be. I can help you become more proactive, not just reacting to the circumstances of life. Understanding the past. Managing the present. Building for the future. It’s never too late for change! Life can be better if you are willing to do the work. Are you ready to begin?
(916) 269-5241 View (916) 269-5241
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Kymberly Haas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-II
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Waitlist for new clients
It takes courage to be willing to get some help. I'd like to honor your courage and be a partner in healing, while you address the issues that make your world less than you imagine it can be. Whether your relationships feel difficult, or you are struggling with specific issues like substance use, mental health, or the wreckage of trauma in your life-- healing is both possible and available. I work in a variety of ways, and try to match the way I work and skills I bring to the PERSON I am working with. Find your peace today.
It takes courage to be willing to get some help. I'd like to honor your courage and be a partner in healing, while you address the issues that make your world less than you imagine it can be. Whether your relationships feel difficult, or you are struggling with specific issues like substance use, mental health, or the wreckage of trauma in your life-- healing is both possible and available. I work in a variety of ways, and try to match the way I work and skills I bring to the PERSON I am working with. Find your peace today.
(916) 297-4926 View (916) 297-4926
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Betty Blanc
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, CA 95628  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Betty Blanc, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who believes in helping clients achieve their personal goals to improve their lives and enhance their relationships. Throughout my therapy career, I have been interested in exploring the depths and complexities of couples and became trained in using Gottman Method for couples therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples in crisis in my therapy work. In using these methods, I am able to guide couples in learning how to rebuild the love, fondness, companionship, and affection that has been lost over the years.
Hello! My name is Betty Blanc, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who believes in helping clients achieve their personal goals to improve their lives and enhance their relationships. Throughout my therapy career, I have been interested in exploring the depths and complexities of couples and became trained in using Gottman Method for couples therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples in crisis in my therapy work. In using these methods, I am able to guide couples in learning how to rebuild the love, fondness, companionship, and affection that has been lost over the years.
(951) 474-1262 View (951) 474-1262
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Relational Therapy For Individuals And Couples -Ellen Garavatti
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, CA 95628  (Online Only)
Are you tired of feeling like you're on opposite sides of a chasm from your partner? Do you find yourself yearning for that elusive sense of understanding and closeness? I know how it feels to crave connection but struggle to find it amidst the chaos of everyday life. That's what brings me to the therapist chair – to offer a haven where you can finally experience the deep connection and clarity you've been longing for. Imagine waking up each day feeling truly seen and understood by your partner, knowing that you're both on the same team, supporting each other through life's challenges. This is the reality I want to help you create.
Are you tired of feeling like you're on opposite sides of a chasm from your partner? Do you find yourself yearning for that elusive sense of understanding and closeness? I know how it feels to crave connection but struggle to find it amidst the chaos of everyday life. That's what brings me to the therapist chair – to offer a haven where you can finally experience the deep connection and clarity you've been longing for. Imagine waking up each day feeling truly seen and understood by your partner, knowing that you're both on the same team, supporting each other through life's challenges. This is the reality I want to help you create.
(530) 296-3355 View (530) 296-3355
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Bre Lymath
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, MS
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship distress. My heart is to help individuals and couples work through experiences that have left them disconnected and stuck in negative cycles of relating to themselves, others, and the world. Whether it is a single event or a long history of challenges, my hope is to provide a helping hand and a sense of safety that empower people to pursue the connection and healing they desire. I am also passionate about assisting first responders as they work through job-related stress and trauma, as well as assisting young adults who feel overwhelmed and uncertain about what steps to take next.
Anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship distress. My heart is to help individuals and couples work through experiences that have left them disconnected and stuck in negative cycles of relating to themselves, others, and the world. Whether it is a single event or a long history of challenges, my hope is to provide a helping hand and a sense of safety that empower people to pursue the connection and healing they desire. I am also passionate about assisting first responders as they work through job-related stress and trauma, as well as assisting young adults who feel overwhelmed and uncertain about what steps to take next.
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Kaitlyn Vo
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
My name is Kaitlyn and I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relational issues, and life transitions.
Has life become increasingly overwhelming lately? Have you noticed that the stressors in your life are affecting your mood, relationships, or work? Do you wish you could hit pause just to take a moment to reorient yourself? As someone who has been on both ends of therapy, I understand how difficult it can be to reach out and ask for help. In a session with me, you can expect to be deeply heard and listened to in an empathetic and non-judgmental space. I am here to help you explore your thoughts and feelings, and to support you in your journey toward healing, growth, and change.
My name is Kaitlyn and I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relational issues, and life transitions.
Has life become increasingly overwhelming lately? Have you noticed that the stressors in your life are affecting your mood, relationships, or work? Do you wish you could hit pause just to take a moment to reorient yourself? As someone who has been on both ends of therapy, I understand how difficult it can be to reach out and ask for help. In a session with me, you can expect to be deeply heard and listened to in an empathetic and non-judgmental space. I am here to help you explore your thoughts and feelings, and to support you in your journey toward healing, growth, and change.
(916) 665-0105 View (916) 665-0105
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Jan Osborn
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
I have provided individual, couple and family therapy to the community for 25 years and strongly believe that healing and growth is possible. Particular specialties include couple and family therapy including LGBT, anxiety, addiction, grief, and trauma. I utilize both traditional therapy and EMDR (for trauma). We all have past hurts and traumas. Until healed these impact our current relationships and EMDR is a quicker treatment with lasting results.
I have provided individual, couple and family therapy to the community for 25 years and strongly believe that healing and growth is possible. Particular specialties include couple and family therapy including LGBT, anxiety, addiction, grief, and trauma. I utilize both traditional therapy and EMDR (for trauma). We all have past hurts and traumas. Until healed these impact our current relationships and EMDR is a quicker treatment with lasting results.
(916) 525-7900 View (916) 525-7900
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Jason Hamlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Imagine waking up in the morning without that impending sense of dread, or the constant need to overthink things. Together, we’ll turn the volume down on that critical voice and start turning the volume up on the positive voice that’s waiting to break through.
Imagine waking up in the morning without that impending sense of dread, or the constant need to overthink things. Together, we’ll turn the volume down on that critical voice and start turning the volume up on the positive voice that’s waiting to break through.
(279) 529-0826 View (279) 529-0826
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Denise Kalar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
My clinical focus is on achieving overall well-being and long-term change. I like to assist clients with better understanding themself. With 15 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults. Using different approaches based on each individual. Experienced working in schools, trauma centers, and community based settings. I look forward to meeting you and starting this journey with you. The first step to reaching out is the hardest and most important step you can make.
My clinical focus is on achieving overall well-being and long-term change. I like to assist clients with better understanding themself. With 15 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults. Using different approaches based on each individual. Experienced working in schools, trauma centers, and community based settings. I look forward to meeting you and starting this journey with you. The first step to reaching out is the hardest and most important step you can make.
(530) 922-2146 View (530) 922-2146
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Ruth Cohn
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
I don't have a specific client that is "ideal" as every client has their own unique history and backstory. I definitely look forward to meeting with people who are interested in self-growth but I also enjoy helping people get to the point to where the may be ready to work on their self-growth. If you are reading this, you would probably be the ideal client since you have taken the first step in just having that thought in your head about maybe it is time to give yourself the love you give to others and focusing on yourself.
I don't have a specific client that is "ideal" as every client has their own unique history and backstory. I definitely look forward to meeting with people who are interested in self-growth but I also enjoy helping people get to the point to where the may be ready to work on their self-growth. If you are reading this, you would probably be the ideal client since you have taken the first step in just having that thought in your head about maybe it is time to give yourself the love you give to others and focusing on yourself.
(916) 269-4853 View (916) 269-4853
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Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.