Therapists in Central, Fresno, CA
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My clinical approach is aligned with "Radical Healing Theory," which encompasses a holistic approach to healing beyond physical health and addresses the underlying causes of suffering and inequality. It acknowledges the interconnectedness of various social, economic, political, and environmental systems and their impact on individual and collective well-being.
My clinical approach is aligned with "Radical Healing Theory," which encompasses a holistic approach to healing beyond physical health and addresses the underlying causes of suffering and inequality. It acknowledges the interconnectedness of various social, economic, political, and environmental systems and their impact on individual and collective well-being.
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Obed Romero
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Central, Fresno, CA 93711 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) & Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC). I am specialized in & have years of experience of working with adults diagnosed with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, & anger-related disorders. My therapeutic approaches include: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & self-compassion focused interventions. I have also been trained in Emotion Focused Couple’s Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), suicide assessment & providing sleep therapy skills through the UC Berkley sleep team.
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) & Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC). I am specialized in & have years of experience of working with adults diagnosed with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, & anger-related disorders. My therapeutic approaches include: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & self-compassion focused interventions. I have also been trained in Emotion Focused Couple’s Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), suicide assessment & providing sleep therapy skills through the UC Berkley sleep team.
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I’m Dr. Amy, a Licensed Psychologist specializing in evidence-based therapies. I received my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from UCLA, where my research and clinical training focused on improving our understanding and treatment of emotion-related disorders, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. I believe exceptional mental health care should be as accessible and personalized as possible. My psychotherapy services are designed to offer you unparalleled support, flexibility, and individualized care. Whether you're navigating the complexities of anxiety, depression, or genegeneral life stressors, I am here for you.
I’m Dr. Amy, a Licensed Psychologist specializing in evidence-based therapies. I received my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from UCLA, where my research and clinical training focused on improving our understanding and treatment of emotion-related disorders, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. I believe exceptional mental health care should be as accessible and personalized as possible. My psychotherapy services are designed to offer you unparalleled support, flexibility, and individualized care. Whether you're navigating the complexities of anxiety, depression, or genegeneral life stressors, I am here for you.
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Jessica Hinojosa
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central, Fresno, CA 93720 (Online Only)
I provide online therapy in CA specializing in women’s issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues/marital issues, low self-esteem. I help empower women to feel confident and healed. I provide a safe, calm, and positive Telehealth environment.
I provide online therapy in CA specializing in women’s issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues/marital issues, low self-esteem. I help empower women to feel confident and healed. I provide a safe, calm, and positive Telehealth environment.
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Lotus-Like Psychotherapy & Wellness Center
LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, AMFT, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central, Fresno, CA 93701
Our compassionate and experienced therapeutic team is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and return to where you want to be. We serve individuals, families, and couples aged 12 to 99, assisting them in addressing life impairments and learning to become the best versions of themselves. Our clients commonly face issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, stress, relationship challenges, and other emotional struggles. We take pride in our diverse staff, who are both members and allies of the LGBTQ community, come from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds. We also have staff available for clients interested in Spanish speaking services.
Our compassionate and experienced therapeutic team is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and return to where you want to be. We serve individuals, families, and couples aged 12 to 99, assisting them in addressing life impairments and learning to become the best versions of themselves. Our clients commonly face issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, stress, relationship challenges, and other emotional struggles. We take pride in our diverse staff, who are both members and allies of the LGBTQ community, come from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds. We also have staff available for clients interested in Spanish speaking services.
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As a human and as a therapist, I understand that making sense of life and its impact can sometimes be overwhelming and traumatic in ways that can leave us feeling helpless, anxious, depressed, or simply stuck. It takes courage to seek help to find relief. That relief is possible in the safety of the space I provide where you know you and your story matter. I will hold your vulnerability and pain with compassion and authenticity while the process of finding new or renewed hope, healing, strength, wholeness, and vitality for life begin to unfold as the difficulty you are facing is shared and your journey supported.
As a human and as a therapist, I understand that making sense of life and its impact can sometimes be overwhelming and traumatic in ways that can leave us feeling helpless, anxious, depressed, or simply stuck. It takes courage to seek help to find relief. That relief is possible in the safety of the space I provide where you know you and your story matter. I will hold your vulnerability and pain with compassion and authenticity while the process of finding new or renewed hope, healing, strength, wholeness, and vitality for life begin to unfold as the difficulty you are facing is shared and your journey supported.
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Elizabeth Rose Galadjian
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, APCC
Verified Verified
Central, Fresno, CA 93650 (Online Only)
My journey into the mental health field was ignited by witnessing the struggles faced by my loved ones, which were exacerbated due to a lack of adequate support. I strive to be that missing support and foster an environment where individuals can leverage their strengths and tap into newly developed coping skills. I've also been motivated by the noticeable absence of Armenian-speaking clinicians. These experiences have granted me valuable insights into supporting individuals grappling with significant life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, and various other challenges. I aim to have a meaningful impact on diverse communities.
My journey into the mental health field was ignited by witnessing the struggles faced by my loved ones, which were exacerbated due to a lack of adequate support. I strive to be that missing support and foster an environment where individuals can leverage their strengths and tap into newly developed coping skills. I've also been motivated by the noticeable absence of Armenian-speaking clinicians. These experiences have granted me valuable insights into supporting individuals grappling with significant life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, and various other challenges. I aim to have a meaningful impact on diverse communities.
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Jetena McGhee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Central, Fresno, CA 93721 (Online Only)
Are you a young lady or adult woman who is having difficulty navigating life? Do you have a daughter who needs help? Difficulties in life can cause crisis, guilt, shame, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, a lack of faith and hope, and a lack of understanding who you are and what you stand for. If you are interested in straightening you path, gaining clarity and building faith, please consider reaching out. I have a total of 15 years of experience helping children/adolescents and adults with challenging life issues. I got my start in the helping field as a therapist for children/adolescents with autism.
Are you a young lady or adult woman who is having difficulty navigating life? Do you have a daughter who needs help? Difficulties in life can cause crisis, guilt, shame, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, a lack of faith and hope, and a lack of understanding who you are and what you stand for. If you are interested in straightening you path, gaining clarity and building faith, please consider reaching out. I have a total of 15 years of experience helping children/adolescents and adults with challenging life issues. I got my start in the helping field as a therapist for children/adolescents with autism.
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Greetings: I have made changes to my private practice such that I am accepting private clients for treatment of PTSD utilizing EMDR, as well as other approaches for depression and anxiety. I am also prepared to assist people with other life-issues. We can discuss these by phone before an appointment is made. Please note that I cannot accept military veterans as clients/patients because of conflict of interest.
Greetings: I have made changes to my private practice such that I am accepting private clients for treatment of PTSD utilizing EMDR, as well as other approaches for depression and anxiety. I am also prepared to assist people with other life-issues. We can discuss these by phone before an appointment is made. Please note that I cannot accept military veterans as clients/patients because of conflict of interest.
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Every person has their own reasons for seeking therapy. Some choose it during a period of major life transitions or hardships, while others may seek out therapy in order to deepen their understanding of themselves. By using a psychodynamic and object relations model I am able to consider the whole person rather than pure symptom reduction. I believe there is both conscious and unconscious meaning to symptoms.
Every person has their own reasons for seeking therapy. Some choose it during a period of major life transitions or hardships, while others may seek out therapy in order to deepen their understanding of themselves. By using a psychodynamic and object relations model I am able to consider the whole person rather than pure symptom reduction. I believe there is both conscious and unconscious meaning to symptoms.
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I believe in the process of change and will help my clients to move in a positive direction. I believe that change is a process and depends on an individual's needs and where an individual is with relation to the stages of change. I believe that I can help you overcome your obstacles. I have received my Postpartum Support International Certificate Training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder with hopes to help this particular population. She has also had many years of experience working with the developmentally disabled population.
I believe in the process of change and will help my clients to move in a positive direction. I believe that change is a process and depends on an individual's needs and where an individual is with relation to the stages of change. I believe that I can help you overcome your obstacles. I have received my Postpartum Support International Certificate Training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder with hopes to help this particular population. She has also had many years of experience working with the developmentally disabled population.
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Lori Pontious
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central, Fresno, CA 93701 (Online Only)
You may have been feeling as though you've been given a life without an instruction manual. Relationships might be more challenging for you than not, and in comparing yourself to other people, you feel like something is missing, that might explain how you end up with the "same person" over and over - the disrespectful, distant, controlling or dismissive person that the previously-ideal partner became, after a while. This is a pattern that can occur with Complex PTSD, a common situation with many of the clients I speak to, which can be resolved with psychoeducation and trauma therapy.
You may have been feeling as though you've been given a life without an instruction manual. Relationships might be more challenging for you than not, and in comparing yourself to other people, you feel like something is missing, that might explain how you end up with the "same person" over and over - the disrespectful, distant, controlling or dismissive person that the previously-ideal partner became, after a while. This is a pattern that can occur with Complex PTSD, a common situation with many of the clients I speak to, which can be resolved with psychoeducation and trauma therapy.
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Valente Orozco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S, PPS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Central, Fresno, CA 93701
The relationship you have with your therapist is the biggest factor contributing to positive outcomes in therapy. Establishing a relationship built on mutual trust and respect is the first step in the journey towards health. I work with children and adults to establish this relationship from the very beginning. My goal is to create an experience for children and adults that allows you to connect with your sense of self and who you are, express those feelings and needs that are often hidden away, and realize the potential for growth inside each of us.
The relationship you have with your therapist is the biggest factor contributing to positive outcomes in therapy. Establishing a relationship built on mutual trust and respect is the first step in the journey towards health. I work with children and adults to establish this relationship from the very beginning. My goal is to create an experience for children and adults that allows you to connect with your sense of self and who you are, express those feelings and needs that are often hidden away, and realize the potential for growth inside each of us.
![Photo of Sara Ray, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/41ff1986-316d-4981-865e-929affc69fd9/1/320x400.jpeg)
Do you struggle with self-doubt and low self-esteem? Do you love your spouse, but cannot figure out how to get along? Do you feel hurt, alone, or unheard often? Are you struggling with overthinking and feeling sad, overwhelmed, irritable and/or exhausted? If you are looking for a non-judgmental, safe and skilled therapist, I invite you to contact me to see if I might be the right therapist for you.
Do you struggle with self-doubt and low self-esteem? Do you love your spouse, but cannot figure out how to get along? Do you feel hurt, alone, or unheard often? Are you struggling with overthinking and feeling sad, overwhelmed, irritable and/or exhausted? If you are looking for a non-judgmental, safe and skilled therapist, I invite you to contact me to see if I might be the right therapist for you.
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I am a child psychologist who has worked with children and adolescents and their families since 1984. I hold a doctorate in Clinical Psychology and am a licensed psychologist. I also hold a Master's degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling. I work with children adolescents and their families as I believe with early treatment, children and adolescents can develop healthy and adaptive coping techniques that can improve their prognosis for a happier and healthier adulthood.
I am a child psychologist who has worked with children and adolescents and their families since 1984. I hold a doctorate in Clinical Psychology and am a licensed psychologist. I also hold a Master's degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling. I work with children adolescents and their families as I believe with early treatment, children and adolescents can develop healthy and adaptive coping techniques that can improve their prognosis for a happier and healthier adulthood.
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Rachelle (Shelly) Clement-Gilpin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Central, Fresno, CA 93701
As a LMFT and TBRI Pracitioner, I have learned that many children, families, and individuals suffer from trauma. Often client's diagnosis of PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Bi-Polar, and ADHD are related to early childhood and adult trauma, as well as a lack of early secure attachment to their primary caregiver. Recent studies in Neuroscience confirm that Neuropathways in the brain develop based on these traumas.
As a LMFT and TBRI Pracitioner, I have learned that many children, families, and individuals suffer from trauma. Often client's diagnosis of PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Bi-Polar, and ADHD are related to early childhood and adult trauma, as well as a lack of early secure attachment to their primary caregiver. Recent studies in Neuroscience confirm that Neuropathways in the brain develop based on these traumas.
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Ron Steele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Central, Fresno, CA 93721
Hello and welcome my name is Ron and I am licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of providing counseling and therapeutic services. My goal has been to help those overcome life-changing events that have affected us in some way. My experience includes working with adolescents, families, and couples. My passion and goals are to help provide you tools, that will help you overcome significant events that have set you back in moving forward to a positive outlook in life.
Hello and welcome my name is Ron and I am licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of providing counseling and therapeutic services. My goal has been to help those overcome life-changing events that have affected us in some way. My experience includes working with adolescents, families, and couples. My passion and goals are to help provide you tools, that will help you overcome significant events that have set you back in moving forward to a positive outlook in life.
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Psychological Immigration Evaluation, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Central, Fresno, CA 93701 (Online Only)
What is an immigration psychological evaluation? It's a conversation with a licensed mental health professional. Where we discuss your history and gather information about how your mental health is being impacted, due to the specifics of your immigration case. The evaluation will last about 120 minutes. A written report summarizing the evaluation will be provided to your attorney to be include with your immigration petition.
What is an immigration psychological evaluation? It's a conversation with a licensed mental health professional. Where we discuss your history and gather information about how your mental health is being impacted, due to the specifics of your immigration case. The evaluation will last about 120 minutes. A written report summarizing the evaluation will be provided to your attorney to be include with your immigration petition.
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Michelle Holguin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Central, Fresno, CA 93701
Now Taking New Clients! Finding a therapist that you connect with is so important and personal; so much so that our relationship is the foundation for success in treatment. Helping people has always been my passion and I believe people have the internal tools necessary for positive change. I have worked with many different people throughout the years. These people have sought out therapy for many reasons. Life happens and challenges come up. Maybe it's older issues from childhood that have an impact now. Maybe it's brand new grieving the loss of a relationship. Maybe there is a feeling of being stuck.
Now Taking New Clients! Finding a therapist that you connect with is so important and personal; so much so that our relationship is the foundation for success in treatment. Helping people has always been my passion and I believe people have the internal tools necessary for positive change. I have worked with many different people throughout the years. These people have sought out therapy for many reasons. Life happens and challenges come up. Maybe it's older issues from childhood that have an impact now. Maybe it's brand new grieving the loss of a relationship. Maybe there is a feeling of being stuck.
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Number of Therapists in Central, Fresno, CA
30+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Central, Fresno, CA who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
76% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Trauma and PTSD |
73% | Self Esteem |
59% | Grief |
54% | Stress |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
60% | Aetna |
52% | Other |
52% | Blue Cross |
How Therapists in Central, Fresno, CA see their clients
55% | In Person and Online | |
45% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
75% | Female | |
25% | Male |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.