Interpersonal Therapists in La Quinta, CA
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Lois Wilco-Owens, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
La Quinta, CA 92253 (Online Only)
I've been in private practice for 40 years, dealing mostly with First Responders, i.e., police and fire. I am quickly able to identify the issue to be dealt with and offer solutions. I use a combination of practicality and interpersonal warmth. My style is very interactive, honest and direct.
I've been in private practice for 40 years, dealing mostly with First Responders, i.e., police and fire. I am quickly able to identify the issue to be dealt with and offer solutions. I use a combination of practicality and interpersonal warmth. My style is very interactive, honest and direct.
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My expertise lies in multiple areas, including narrative therapy, motivational interviewing, seeking safety, interpersonal therapy, and feminist therapy, and I am domestic violence counseling certified.
Therapy can be highly transformative when combined with intention and intuition. I'm a Chicanx Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, born and raised in Los Angeles. I work with BIPOC-identified individuals open to learning new ways of healing and growing. Each client brings unique lived experiences and I do my best to provide a safe and open space in order for the client and therapist to be vulnerable during sessions.
My expertise lies in multiple areas, including narrative therapy, motivational interviewing, seeking safety, interpersonal therapy, and feminist therapy, and I am domestic violence counseling certified.
Therapy can be highly transformative when combined with intention and intuition. I'm a Chicanx Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, born and raised in Los Angeles. I work with BIPOC-identified individuals open to learning new ways of healing and growing. Each client brings unique lived experiences and I do my best to provide a safe and open space in order for the client and therapist to be vulnerable during sessions.
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I work with my clients to heal emotional wounds, achieve their personal goals, strengthen their interpersonal relationships, and to feel empowered in order to conquer whatever issue that they may face.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience working with adults and adolescents with mental health concerns, substance abuse conditions, and disabilities. I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, perinatal mood disorders, domestic violence, family conflict, and parenting. I take a psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, trauma-focused, and solution-focused approach to therapy. My passion is helping individuals reach their true potential by focusing on their strengths and abilities.
I work with my clients to heal emotional wounds, achieve their personal goals, strengthen their interpersonal relationships, and to feel empowered in order to conquer whatever issue that they may face.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience working with adults and adolescents with mental health concerns, substance abuse conditions, and disabilities. I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, perinatal mood disorders, domestic violence, family conflict, and parenting. I take a psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, trauma-focused, and solution-focused approach to therapy. My passion is helping individuals reach their true potential by focusing on their strengths and abilities.
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Larry Goodman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Quinta, CA 92253 (Online Only)
Hello. I am Larry Goodman. I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist and have worked with children, teens, women, men, and couples for many years. I provide an understanding and safe place to talk about and resolve issues that may have troubled you for a long time or have recently come up, issues that prevent you from enjoying your life, your family, or your work situation. Whether it is frustration or anger with a partner, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, anger, sadness, or difficult children/teens, I can help.
Hello. I am Larry Goodman. I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist and have worked with children, teens, women, men, and couples for many years. I provide an understanding and safe place to talk about and resolve issues that may have troubled you for a long time or have recently come up, issues that prevent you from enjoying your life, your family, or your work situation. Whether it is frustration or anger with a partner, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, anger, sadness, or difficult children/teens, I can help.
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We are not so much defined by what happens to us in life, but rather by how we respond to what happens. Intuitively we may know problems are opportunities to change and to grow, but sometimes we feel stuck, anxious and disempowered. Please know emotional pain is the only thing in life likely to jump-start a process of personal transformation. You are likely on the threshold of making that inward turn--taking yourself more seriously by addressing the pain of the past, accepting responsibility for prior choices and formulating commitments to do some things differently from here forward.
We are not so much defined by what happens to us in life, but rather by how we respond to what happens. Intuitively we may know problems are opportunities to change and to grow, but sometimes we feel stuck, anxious and disempowered. Please know emotional pain is the only thing in life likely to jump-start a process of personal transformation. You are likely on the threshold of making that inward turn--taking yourself more seriously by addressing the pain of the past, accepting responsibility for prior choices and formulating commitments to do some things differently from here forward.
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We all experience struggles that lead us down difficult roads. These roads can increase our anxiety, depression, or trigger a trauma response. I am here to help. I am a licensed psychologist who is able to provide you with the tools you need to navigate these difficult roads. Using Biblically-based principles combined with evidence-based therapeutic practices I will help you regain focus and stability in your life.
We all experience struggles that lead us down difficult roads. These roads can increase our anxiety, depression, or trigger a trauma response. I am here to help. I am a licensed psychologist who is able to provide you with the tools you need to navigate these difficult roads. Using Biblically-based principles combined with evidence-based therapeutic practices I will help you regain focus and stability in your life.
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Katherine Deal (Reis)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
La Quinta, CA 92253
Whether you're struggling with consequences stemming from past trauma, chronic mental illness, grief/loss, hopelessness, anger, resentment or profound life changes; healing is possible. Therapy is the process of building insight and awareness into behaviors and thoughts that ultimately perpetuate the hurt and pain. My goal is to assist in you finding the best way to break this pattern, change old and ineffective ways of coping and building a better understanding of why we do what we do. We often are trying to make right or whole, something that was so broken, destroyed or distorted from our past.
Whether you're struggling with consequences stemming from past trauma, chronic mental illness, grief/loss, hopelessness, anger, resentment or profound life changes; healing is possible. Therapy is the process of building insight and awareness into behaviors and thoughts that ultimately perpetuate the hurt and pain. My goal is to assist in you finding the best way to break this pattern, change old and ineffective ways of coping and building a better understanding of why we do what we do. We often are trying to make right or whole, something that was so broken, destroyed or distorted from our past.
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Are the present circumstances getting too stressful? There are so many changes of which we are not in control- job insecurity, fear of disease/death, separation from family members, and kids at home - every day, ALL day! (I am a Registered Play Therapist along with being a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist.) Life's difficulties may have seemed manageable a few months ago, but now are overwhelming.
Are the present circumstances getting too stressful? There are so many changes of which we are not in control- job insecurity, fear of disease/death, separation from family members, and kids at home - every day, ALL day! (I am a Registered Play Therapist along with being a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist.) Life's difficulties may have seemed manageable a few months ago, but now are overwhelming.
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I am the founder & clinical director of ADAPT Therapy Centers, Inc. (c.1987). My specialties include a treatment of mood disorders (depression, anxiety/panic, bi-polar disorder) & addiciton. Throughout my 30 year career, I have run hundreds of psychodrama, multi-family, & cognitive therapy groups at various SoCal hospitals . I have been a professor in the Psychology Dept. at Mount Saint Mary's College & a member of the Board of Directors for the National Council of Alcoholism & Drug Addiction, Los Angeles Chapter. I have also served as Clinical Director at The Pasadena Recovery Center & co-hosted "Shrink Wrap" on KCSN-FM.
I am the founder & clinical director of ADAPT Therapy Centers, Inc. (c.1987). My specialties include a treatment of mood disorders (depression, anxiety/panic, bi-polar disorder) & addiciton. Throughout my 30 year career, I have run hundreds of psychodrama, multi-family, & cognitive therapy groups at various SoCal hospitals . I have been a professor in the Psychology Dept. at Mount Saint Mary's College & a member of the Board of Directors for the National Council of Alcoholism & Drug Addiction, Los Angeles Chapter. I have also served as Clinical Director at The Pasadena Recovery Center & co-hosted "Shrink Wrap" on KCSN-FM.
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My name is Sommer Slaughter and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults and I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, intimate partner violence and substance abuse. I integrate a variety of modalities based on the need of each client. I most frequently use Trauma Informed Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as both modalities allow me to help clients work on behavior change while gaining back control and empowerment in their lives.
My name is Sommer Slaughter and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults and I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, intimate partner violence and substance abuse. I integrate a variety of modalities based on the need of each client. I most frequently use Trauma Informed Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as both modalities allow me to help clients work on behavior change while gaining back control and empowerment in their lives.
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Any new journey begins with courage, and therapy is no different. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about collaborating with my clients in creating a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment to support them in building skills and supports that will help them today and for the future. Our work will focus on your hopes and goals as you create the life you always wanted.
Any new journey begins with courage, and therapy is no different. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about collaborating with my clients in creating a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment to support them in building skills and supports that will help them today and for the future. Our work will focus on your hopes and goals as you create the life you always wanted.
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Hi, my name is Jeremy Sinkinson, and I am an LMFT 93476. I work with parents, children, and individuals in a family context. I work with parents, children, and individuals. Parent-child interactions are my bread and butter. I use telehealth so I am primarily talk based, but I do offer coaching, experiential exercises, and homework. I would like to build a foundation for you to have a mental health routine that works for you. I am supportive and work to help clients feel that their voice is heard in the session. I make sure I understand how you feel and know what you want.
Hi, my name is Jeremy Sinkinson, and I am an LMFT 93476. I work with parents, children, and individuals in a family context. I work with parents, children, and individuals. Parent-child interactions are my bread and butter. I use telehealth so I am primarily talk based, but I do offer coaching, experiential exercises, and homework. I would like to build a foundation for you to have a mental health routine that works for you. I am supportive and work to help clients feel that their voice is heard in the session. I make sure I understand how you feel and know what you want.
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I typically work with adults dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, stress management and life transitions. I am experienced in working with clients from diverse backgrounds and have a special interest in providing culturally competent therapy.
I typically work with adults dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, stress management and life transitions. I am experienced in working with clients from diverse backgrounds and have a special interest in providing culturally competent therapy.
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Terri Shearer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Quinta, CA 92253 (Online Only)
You don’t have to go it alone. I am here to help you find your way back to living the life you want. It can happen. I'm here every step of the way. Because sometimes, things don’t turn out the way we planned. We didn’t know we would end up getting divorced, or blending families, or being a single parent, but here we are. We didn’t know we would adopt instead of birthing our own child, or be raising our grandchildren, or the difficulties we would face raising children in an LGBTQ home. But, here we are. These challenges can cause tremendous anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, confusion, sadness, and suffering. I understand.
You don’t have to go it alone. I am here to help you find your way back to living the life you want. It can happen. I'm here every step of the way. Because sometimes, things don’t turn out the way we planned. We didn’t know we would end up getting divorced, or blending families, or being a single parent, but here we are. We didn’t know we would adopt instead of birthing our own child, or be raising our grandchildren, or the difficulties we would face raising children in an LGBTQ home. But, here we are. These challenges can cause tremendous anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, confusion, sadness, and suffering. I understand.
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I help empower people to make necessary changes that are holding them back from success and personal fulfillment. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral approach to help you find solutions that work.
I help empower people to make necessary changes that are holding them back from success and personal fulfillment. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral approach to help you find solutions that work.
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As a licensed psychologist with experiences working with children, adolescents, adults and families with diverse backgrounds and problems, I have an open, accepting, nonjudgmental approach to psychotherapy. My goal in psychotherapy is to help individuals identify areas of difficulty that they want to modify and then assist them in finding ways to effectively adjust behavior and thought patterns that will enhance their romantic relationships, family interactions, careers and other areas of life.
As a licensed psychologist with experiences working with children, adolescents, adults and families with diverse backgrounds and problems, I have an open, accepting, nonjudgmental approach to psychotherapy. My goal in psychotherapy is to help individuals identify areas of difficulty that they want to modify and then assist them in finding ways to effectively adjust behavior and thought patterns that will enhance their romantic relationships, family interactions, careers and other areas of life.
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Life has been a struggle these past few years and you may find yourself stuck and overwhelmed unable to see a clear direction. Fears and anxieties can become our constant companions. You can learn to overcome these challenges. I am a strengths-based clinician building on your talents and personal gifts while in a safe and trusting environment. If you are questioning your life's purpose, I can work with you to formulate an active life plan for a confident approach and rewarding outcome. Let's make a plan to refocus and become the best version of yourself with a life of abundance & meaning. A Christian perspective is available.
Life has been a struggle these past few years and you may find yourself stuck and overwhelmed unable to see a clear direction. Fears and anxieties can become our constant companions. You can learn to overcome these challenges. I am a strengths-based clinician building on your talents and personal gifts while in a safe and trusting environment. If you are questioning your life's purpose, I can work with you to formulate an active life plan for a confident approach and rewarding outcome. Let's make a plan to refocus and become the best version of yourself with a life of abundance & meaning. A Christian perspective is available.
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Struggling with your child's special needs? Feeling overwhelmed as a parent? I'm here to help. I specialize in supporting children with special needs and their families, providing tools to navigate challenges and build stronger relationships. Dealing with anxiety, depression, or life transitions? I work with clients of all ages, offering personalized strategies to manage emotions, improve communication, and achieve your goals. Whether you're seeking support for your child, yourself, or your family, I meet you where you are. Together, we'll develop practical skills to overcome obstacles, boost confidence, and reach your potential.
Struggling with your child's special needs? Feeling overwhelmed as a parent? I'm here to help. I specialize in supporting children with special needs and their families, providing tools to navigate challenges and build stronger relationships. Dealing with anxiety, depression, or life transitions? I work with clients of all ages, offering personalized strategies to manage emotions, improve communication, and achieve your goals. Whether you're seeking support for your child, yourself, or your family, I meet you where you are. Together, we'll develop practical skills to overcome obstacles, boost confidence, and reach your potential.
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Rebecca Hulbert
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, APCC, MS
Verified Verified
La Quinta, CA 92253 (Online Only)
Hi there, I’m Rebecca. The main factor that predicts successful therapy treatment is not the theories or interventions (or fancy couch), but the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and client. You deserve to feel that your therapist truly cares, listens attentively, and supports you. My approach has been described as warm, genuine, and direct. I believe that therapy is not a one size fits all, and that we bring our own individual needs when it comes to our mental health.
Hi there, I’m Rebecca. The main factor that predicts successful therapy treatment is not the theories or interventions (or fancy couch), but the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and client. You deserve to feel that your therapist truly cares, listens attentively, and supports you. My approach has been described as warm, genuine, and direct. I believe that therapy is not a one size fits all, and that we bring our own individual needs when it comes to our mental health.
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Nancy Jo Rettig LMFT 32326. In my 30+ years of counseling, I find the best approach to be candid yet caring. Together we will find insight, support, and commitment to change, to get you where you want to be. The best therapeutic practices result in behavioral and psychological changes that relate to real-life situations. Therefore, I lean heavily on Cognitive Behavioral, Coaching, Mediation, and Goal-Oriented strategies.
Nancy Jo Rettig LMFT 32326. In my 30+ years of counseling, I find the best approach to be candid yet caring. Together we will find insight, support, and commitment to change, to get you where you want to be. The best therapeutic practices result in behavioral and psychological changes that relate to real-life situations. Therefore, I lean heavily on Cognitive Behavioral, Coaching, Mediation, and Goal-Oriented strategies.
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Interpersonal Therapists
Is interpersonal therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found interpersonal therapy to be effective for life transitions including retirement, divorce, and job loss. Also, some studies have found it to be just as useful as medication and other therapy approaches. The benefits of interpersonal therapy can last long after treatment has been completed; the individual can use the tenets of this therapy throughout their life.
How long does interpersonal therapy take?
Interpersonal psychotherapy is normally time-limited and focuses on specific problems in the client’s everyday relationships. Treatment can be either one-on-one or take place in a group setting; it tends to last 12 to 16 weeks, depending on the individual client’s needs. If a new interpersonal problem arises in the future, the client may require additional therapy to address it specifically. The timeline and session schedule may vary depending on the client’s challenges as well as their progress. Treatment may conclude with wrap-up sessions to review the client’s accomplishments.
Is interpersonal therapy effective?
Research shows that interpersonal therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of conditions such as depression or anxiety. The approach may also offer a range of benefits that are hard to measure but valuable—including healthier relationships and improved feelings of self-worth. The therapist will give the client practical solutions that can be put into practice. The brief duration of this therapy also means that clients can see changes in their relationships fairly quickly.
What are the limitations of interpersonal therapy?
Interpersonal therapy may not effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as psychosis, chronic illness, or alcohol relapse. Because it is short-term in nature, it may not be the best approach for conditions that need to be tracked, though maintenance sessions are a viable approach under these circumstances.
Can interpersonal psychotherapy be done online?
Yes, interpersonal psychotherapy can be conducted effectively either in-person or online. A therapist with expertise in IPT will be able to adjust their techniques, such as role-playing, to better suit the online environment. Offering online IPT can make it more accessible for clients who have transportation difficulties; it also provides the ideal opportunity to explore challenges unique to digital relationships.