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Samantha Laurie
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hanford, CA 93230
I have been in practice for 10 years and have experience with a very wide variety of populations and mental health issues clients have had. Most of my experience is with youth of all ages and their families but I also meet with adult individuals and couples as well. My main goal and philosophy are to be a compassionate support person who is family centered, strength-based, implement helpful interventions all in order to validate as well as support you through your individualized challenges and reach your future goals.
I have been in practice for 10 years and have experience with a very wide variety of populations and mental health issues clients have had. Most of my experience is with youth of all ages and their families but I also meet with adult individuals and couples as well. My main goal and philosophy are to be a compassionate support person who is family centered, strength-based, implement helpful interventions all in order to validate as well as support you through your individualized challenges and reach your future goals.
(559) 314-6657 View (559) 314-6657
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Kate-Robin Shuart Piper
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hanford, CA 93230
I take time getting to know my clients to create a safe and trusting relationship so that over time I can gently and compassionately challenge some of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you can create what you want for your life, and relationships.
Welcome - I'm Kate-Robin a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Diego California. I see clients in my office and also provide therapy to clients living throughout the state via telehealth. I specialize in helping individuals authentically express themselves in various relationships—friendships, partnerships, family, work, and community. I create a safe space to explore identities, navigate emotions, and heal inter-generational wounds, fostering deep self-awareness and more meaningful connections.
I take time getting to know my clients to create a safe and trusting relationship so that over time I can gently and compassionately challenge some of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you can create what you want for your life, and relationships.
Welcome - I'm Kate-Robin a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Diego California. I see clients in my office and also provide therapy to clients living throughout the state via telehealth. I specialize in helping individuals authentically express themselves in various relationships—friendships, partnerships, family, work, and community. I create a safe space to explore identities, navigate emotions, and heal inter-generational wounds, fostering deep self-awareness and more meaningful connections.
(559) 245-1739 View (559) 245-1739
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April Silva
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hanford, CA 93230
Hi there! My name is April Silva, and I currently hold a License as a Marriage and family Therapist, 142789. I aim to provides a space to help you sort through your day-to-day worries, identify the underlying causes of strong, confusing emotions, and build skills for communication and connection. I currently specialize in PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety. I currently work with adults, couples, and seniors. I really enjoy working with couples who are struggling to communicate and need help reconnecting, and individuals who are struggling with either healing from trauma, anxiety and panic, and depression.
Hi there! My name is April Silva, and I currently hold a License as a Marriage and family Therapist, 142789. I aim to provides a space to help you sort through your day-to-day worries, identify the underlying causes of strong, confusing emotions, and build skills for communication and connection. I currently specialize in PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety. I currently work with adults, couples, and seniors. I really enjoy working with couples who are struggling to communicate and need help reconnecting, and individuals who are struggling with either healing from trauma, anxiety and panic, and depression.
(559) 543-5327 View (559) 543-5327
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Amy Durst, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hanford, CA 93230
I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families struggling with addiction, alcoholism, and communication challenges.
Life can be overwhelming and full of challenges. I recognize we all have the need for help at times; someone who listens without judgment and encourages personal growth. I focus on providing compassionate, quality counseling and support individuals in developing new tools to better address troubling issues. I specialize in the treatment of Autism and Aspergers, as well as anxiety, depression, and ADHD/ADD.
I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families struggling with addiction, alcoholism, and communication challenges.
Life can be overwhelming and full of challenges. I recognize we all have the need for help at times; someone who listens without judgment and encourages personal growth. I focus on providing compassionate, quality counseling and support individuals in developing new tools to better address troubling issues. I specialize in the treatment of Autism and Aspergers, as well as anxiety, depression, and ADHD/ADD.
(559) 399-2439 View (559) 399-2439
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McDermott Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hanford, CA 93230
McDermott Counseling offers a modern, collaborative approach to therapy. Voted best Psychotherapy practice in Visalia 4 years in a row, we work with clients suffering from relationship concerns, family issues, trauma, conflict, depression, anxiety, sexuality, gender, blended families, anger management, and much more. We specialize in individual, couples, and family therapy as well as child and adolescent therapy. We work to provide you excellent service, a welcoming environment and solutions to your unique situation. We offer evening and weekend appointments and can often get you an appointment within the week.
McDermott Counseling offers a modern, collaborative approach to therapy. Voted best Psychotherapy practice in Visalia 4 years in a row, we work with clients suffering from relationship concerns, family issues, trauma, conflict, depression, anxiety, sexuality, gender, blended families, anger management, and much more. We specialize in individual, couples, and family therapy as well as child and adolescent therapy. We work to provide you excellent service, a welcoming environment and solutions to your unique situation. We offer evening and weekend appointments and can often get you an appointment within the week.
(559) 280-5756 View (559) 280-5756
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Richard L Wendt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hanford, CA 93230
I work with adults, adolescents, children, family and couples.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and earned a Masters of Arts in Marriage, Family, Child Counseling and a Masters of Divinity with an emphasis in New Testament Theology from Fresno Pacific Biblical Seminary. My Masters work in traumatic stress has led me to specialize in Trauma and PTSD in both adults and children as well as post graduate study in neurophysiology.
I work with adults, adolescents, children, family and couples.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and earned a Masters of Arts in Marriage, Family, Child Counseling and a Masters of Divinity with an emphasis in New Testament Theology from Fresno Pacific Biblical Seminary. My Masters work in traumatic stress has led me to specialize in Trauma and PTSD in both adults and children as well as post graduate study in neurophysiology.
(559) 608-4764 View (559) 608-4764
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Gerardo Castro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hanford, CA 93230
I have worked with children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families.
I provide a safe and comfortable environment so you can start your healing and feel better. I have seen clients improve with the right guidance, motivation, and applying more effective coping strategies. If you struggle to manage your emotions, have difficulty trusting others, experience poor self-control, un-healthy relationships, un-healthy partners, get anxious, have poor communication skills, feel stressed out, low self-esteem, depressed, feel stuck/in a fog, and dwell on the past, give me call so we could talk. I am bilingual, English and Spanish speaking, and accept mostly PPO insurances. I offer free phone consultations.
I have worked with children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families.
I provide a safe and comfortable environment so you can start your healing and feel better. I have seen clients improve with the right guidance, motivation, and applying more effective coping strategies. If you struggle to manage your emotions, have difficulty trusting others, experience poor self-control, un-healthy relationships, un-healthy partners, get anxious, have poor communication skills, feel stressed out, low self-esteem, depressed, feel stuck/in a fog, and dwell on the past, give me call so we could talk. I am bilingual, English and Spanish speaking, and accept mostly PPO insurances. I offer free phone consultations.
(559) 529-6877 View (559) 529-6877
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Andrew Cantu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hanford, CA 93230
I work with individuals, mutually-invested couples, and families from a predominately narrative, existential and psychodynamic framework.
Beginning therapy can bring about numerous feelings and expectations. I enjoy learning from the unique worldviews that my clients experience life, and using it for the client's growth. I believe the lives we live are fluid in meaning, and we are the authors of the stories we live. I enjoy working with clients of various ages and backgrounds, but particularly enjoy working with teens, young adults, adults and families who are living through substantial life changes and transitions in the areas of school, work, and relationships.
I work with individuals, mutually-invested couples, and families from a predominately narrative, existential and psychodynamic framework.
Beginning therapy can bring about numerous feelings and expectations. I enjoy learning from the unique worldviews that my clients experience life, and using it for the client's growth. I believe the lives we live are fluid in meaning, and we are the authors of the stories we live. I enjoy working with clients of various ages and backgrounds, but particularly enjoy working with teens, young adults, adults and families who are living through substantial life changes and transitions in the areas of school, work, and relationships.
(559) 234-3145 View (559) 234-3145
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Lisete Oyervidez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hanford, CA 93230
Symptoms of depression and anxiety impact the way we function with others in a non-beneficial manner. Often times family problems, work related stress, or issues in relationship can leave you feeling tired, angry, sad, and/or lonely. Therapeutic services can help you improve your relationship with your spouse, children, co-workers, and yourself. We function best when we know how to have a healthy relationship with ourselves, our bodies, and others.
Symptoms of depression and anxiety impact the way we function with others in a non-beneficial manner. Often times family problems, work related stress, or issues in relationship can leave you feeling tired, angry, sad, and/or lonely. Therapeutic services can help you improve your relationship with your spouse, children, co-workers, and yourself. We function best when we know how to have a healthy relationship with ourselves, our bodies, and others.
(559) 234-4383 View (559) 234-4383
Photo of Ashley Ramstad, MA, LMFT, LPCC, Marriage & Family Therapist
Ashley Ramstad
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Hanford, CA 93230
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience providing therapy in community mental health and private practice. My experience has allowed me to work with a variety of people ranging in age from young children through our older adult population, as well as with many types of different cultural and religious backgrounds. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and formally trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and BrainPaint (Neurofeedback).
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience providing therapy in community mental health and private practice. My experience has allowed me to work with a variety of people ranging in age from young children through our older adult population, as well as with many types of different cultural and religious backgrounds. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and formally trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and BrainPaint (Neurofeedback).
(559) 823-6263 View (559) 823-6263
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Tiffany A. Diluzio
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hanford, CA 93230
Change is a constant. Some changes we go through are small, some are more of the "crisis" variety. It is my belief that we all have the potential for positive growth in response to life's challenges. Whether you are looking for individual, couple, or family treatment for yourself or a loved one, you can expect a safe, supportive, and positive enviroment to assist you in acheiving your theraputic goals.
Change is a constant. Some changes we go through are small, some are more of the "crisis" variety. It is my belief that we all have the potential for positive growth in response to life's challenges. Whether you are looking for individual, couple, or family treatment for yourself or a loved one, you can expect a safe, supportive, and positive enviroment to assist you in acheiving your theraputic goals.
(559) 316-0197 View (559) 316-0197
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Leonardo Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanford, CA 93230
I am currently providing psychotherapy services in both English and Spanish in person and via Telehealth in California. As a strength-based clinician, I have had the opportunity and privilege to assist people in the process of bringing stability and healing to their lives, by helping them to find and recognize their own inner strengths and applying them to their daily lives.
I am currently providing psychotherapy services in both English and Spanish in person and via Telehealth in California. As a strength-based clinician, I have had the opportunity and privilege to assist people in the process of bringing stability and healing to their lives, by helping them to find and recognize their own inner strengths and applying them to their daily lives.
(559) 823-6450 View (559) 823-6450
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Dias Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS , LMFT
Verified Verified
Hanford, CA 93230
After over 19 years working in the emergency medical service field, as an emergency medical technician and paramedic, I realized how a healthy state of mind can have a significant impact on an individual's physical health. Throughout my career, I helped thousands of individuals in their most vulnerable state, primarily by helping them feel safe and secure as well as empathizing and showing sincere compassion. In doing this, I witnessed a significant decrease in their physical symptoms as well as their emotional state.
After over 19 years working in the emergency medical service field, as an emergency medical technician and paramedic, I realized how a healthy state of mind can have a significant impact on an individual's physical health. Throughout my career, I helped thousands of individuals in their most vulnerable state, primarily by helping them feel safe and secure as well as empathizing and showing sincere compassion. In doing this, I witnessed a significant decrease in their physical symptoms as well as their emotional state.
(559) 206-0945 View (559) 206-0945
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Alison Twitty
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanford, CA 93230
I am honored to be able to come alongside you in decision to seek help and am grateful you have made the decision to move forward in healing. You deserve to feel heard, valued and cared for. I approach therapy understanding that each person has their own individual experiences and needs.
I am honored to be able to come alongside you in decision to seek help and am grateful you have made the decision to move forward in healing. You deserve to feel heard, valued and cared for. I approach therapy understanding that each person has their own individual experiences and needs.
(559) 234-4899 View (559) 234-4899
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Dr. Deanna N. Mercado
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hanford, CA 93230
Dr. Deanna Mercado is a Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.She is a first-generation Latina, bilingual clinician with over 18 years of experience in the field of behavioral health. Her background encompuses treating individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, correctional mental health services for incarcerated youth and adults, crisis management, psychological testing services, educational and corporate psychology.
Dr. Deanna Mercado is a Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.She is a first-generation Latina, bilingual clinician with over 18 years of experience in the field of behavioral health. Her background encompuses treating individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, correctional mental health services for incarcerated youth and adults, crisis management, psychological testing services, educational and corporate psychology.
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Elizabeth Vargas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanford, CA 93230
I am passionate about supporting children, individuals, and families impacted by special needs, behavior challenges, divorce, and remarriage. I have compassion working with individuals who are previously or currently experiencing domestic violence in various forms. These situations are often unplanned, and can create unbalance in relationships, family dynamics, and social emotional wellbeing. I have been providing mental health services to children, teenagers, and families for over 15 years in school and home settings in Tulare County.
I am passionate about supporting children, individuals, and families impacted by special needs, behavior challenges, divorce, and remarriage. I have compassion working with individuals who are previously or currently experiencing domestic violence in various forms. These situations are often unplanned, and can create unbalance in relationships, family dynamics, and social emotional wellbeing. I have been providing mental health services to children, teenagers, and families for over 15 years in school and home settings in Tulare County.
(559) 364-3562 View (559) 364-3562
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Claudia Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanford, CA 93230
Not accepting new clients
I am a trauma-informed, strength-based therapist who provide authentic, nonjudgmental support to women, teens, individuals and couples.
Relationships are hard! especially the one with yourself. Do you find yourself questioning your worth, comparing yourself with others or feeling like an imposter? Do you shrink or minimize yourself to remain "loyal" or bite your tongue, so you won't be labeled as "dramatic", "too much" or "emotional"? Are you in a relationship but walk around feeling empty and lonely? And let's not even talk about setting boundaries! If you want to learn to express yourself & your needs without feeling guilty, learn to set appropriate boundaries, and learn to live authentically and on purpose, call me.
I am a trauma-informed, strength-based therapist who provide authentic, nonjudgmental support to women, teens, individuals and couples.
Relationships are hard! especially the one with yourself. Do you find yourself questioning your worth, comparing yourself with others or feeling like an imposter? Do you shrink or minimize yourself to remain "loyal" or bite your tongue, so you won't be labeled as "dramatic", "too much" or "emotional"? Are you in a relationship but walk around feeling empty and lonely? And let's not even talk about setting boundaries! If you want to learn to express yourself & your needs without feeling guilty, learn to set appropriate boundaries, and learn to live authentically and on purpose, call me.
(559) 354-3081 View (559) 354-3081

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Kimetha Petteway-Turner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lemoore, CA 93245
I work with individuals, couples, and families; and have a special interest in assisting women with building resilience and maintaining good mental health.
My name is Kimetha (Kim) Petteway-Turner and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles County. I have 15 years of clinical experience, working with individuals, couples, and families. I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship challenges, women's mental health, and life transitions. Frequently, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), as these modalities help clients learn to change their thinking and gain control of their emotions and behaviors.
I work with individuals, couples, and families; and have a special interest in assisting women with building resilience and maintaining good mental health.
My name is Kimetha (Kim) Petteway-Turner and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles County. I have 15 years of clinical experience, working with individuals, couples, and families. I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship challenges, women's mental health, and life transitions. Frequently, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), as these modalities help clients learn to change their thinking and gain control of their emotions and behaviors.
(559) 934-5605 View (559) 934-5605
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Penny A. Oliveira
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lemoore, CA 93245  (Online Only)
I offer personalized therapy for anger management, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, relationship issues, and family conflict.
Hello. My name is Penny, and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California. I am here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and confidentiality. In our sessions, you’ll find a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and feelings. I value the courage it takes to be vulnerable and I ensure my clients feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Together, we’ll work to uncover insights and develop strategies tailored to you. Your well-being is my top priority, and I’m committed to building a trusting, collaborative relationship.
I offer personalized therapy for anger management, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, relationship issues, and family conflict.
Hello. My name is Penny, and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California. I am here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and confidentiality. In our sessions, you’ll find a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and feelings. I value the courage it takes to be vulnerable and I ensure my clients feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Together, we’ll work to uncover insights and develop strategies tailored to you. Your well-being is my top priority, and I’m committed to building a trusting, collaborative relationship.
(559) 242-1504 View (559) 242-1504
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Laura Newberry- Expansive Therapy
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LCSW
Verified Verified
Armona, CA 93202  (Online Only)
Being a person in this world can be exciting, painful, scary, and awe-inspiring (sometimes all at once!) and I’m here to hold space for the paradoxes and messiness of life. My intention is to help you reclaim and accept the parts of yourself that you’ve learned to disown — and we all have those parts. I believe that with the right support, everyone has the ability to move toward more ease and connection.
Being a person in this world can be exciting, painful, scary, and awe-inspiring (sometimes all at once!) and I’m here to hold space for the paradoxes and messiness of life. My intention is to help you reclaim and accept the parts of yourself that you’ve learned to disown — and we all have those parts. I believe that with the right support, everyone has the ability to move toward more ease and connection.
(858) 533-1419 View (858) 533-1419
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.