Teletherapy for La Verne, CA
I have been an LMFT for over 30 years and an adopted mother for over 20 years. My practice is focused on supporting children, adults and families to heal from trauma and live happy, meaningful lives. The principles which guide my practice are: 1. The individuals and families who seek my help are doing the very best that they can to get by day to day, but need my support to build skills to be their best selves. 2. It is my responsibility to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment so that they can heal and thrive. 3. Everyone can live to be their best selves when provided with optimal support, guidance & resources.
I have been an LMFT for over 30 years and an adopted mother for over 20 years. My practice is focused on supporting children, adults and families to heal from trauma and live happy, meaningful lives. The principles which guide my practice are: 1. The individuals and families who seek my help are doing the very best that they can to get by day to day, but need my support to build skills to be their best selves. 2. It is my responsibility to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment so that they can heal and thrive. 3. Everyone can live to be their best selves when provided with optimal support, guidance & resources.
Dr. Melissa Magallanes
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
Are you noticing that your past experiences, current high-stress environments, or new life transitions are impacting your mood, relationships with loved ones, and well-being? Are you feeling anxious, irritable, easily triggered, or overly stimulated? Are these symptoms impacting you as a partner, parent, child, friend, or employee? If so, you are not alone. The effects past traumas, high-stress environments (e.g., first responders, etc.), and life transitions (e.g., marriage, parenthood, college, moving, etc.) can have on us are immense and they often linger in our day and limit us to be the best version of ourselves.
Are you noticing that your past experiences, current high-stress environments, or new life transitions are impacting your mood, relationships with loved ones, and well-being? Are you feeling anxious, irritable, easily triggered, or overly stimulated? Are these symptoms impacting you as a partner, parent, child, friend, or employee? If so, you are not alone. The effects past traumas, high-stress environments (e.g., first responders, etc.), and life transitions (e.g., marriage, parenthood, college, moving, etc.) can have on us are immense and they often linger in our day and limit us to be the best version of ourselves.
Isabel C Duenas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Verne, CA 91750
Do you feel like you’re living life on auto pilot? Like the world is passing by, and you have no sense of time? Some days you have it together and others seem hard to manage. Wondering why? Distressful life experiences can many times be the root cause of mental health illness. Trauma can present itself in many ways; confusion, sadness, anxiety, feeling too much or too little. Just know that you have the natural ability to heal and change! Seeking out therapy is a powerful decision in and of itself, perhaps your first step towards redefining your sense of self. The opportunity to begin to work towards healing and self-love.
Do you feel like you’re living life on auto pilot? Like the world is passing by, and you have no sense of time? Some days you have it together and others seem hard to manage. Wondering why? Distressful life experiences can many times be the root cause of mental health illness. Trauma can present itself in many ways; confusion, sadness, anxiety, feeling too much or too little. Just know that you have the natural ability to heal and change! Seeking out therapy is a powerful decision in and of itself, perhaps your first step towards redefining your sense of self. The opportunity to begin to work towards healing and self-love.
Angela Meyer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful parts of us. Many are emerging from unhealthy relationships with themselves or others and often seek complete rewiring of their relationship patterns. After a traumatic event, living with a mental illness, or working through dark times, a person often feels helpless, lost and detached from themselves. By focusing on high quality care and tailored treatment plans in an exclusive and caring environment, you will be supported to conquer challenges and gain mastery in your life and relationships.
Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful parts of us. Many are emerging from unhealthy relationships with themselves or others and often seek complete rewiring of their relationship patterns. After a traumatic event, living with a mental illness, or working through dark times, a person often feels helpless, lost and detached from themselves. By focusing on high quality care and tailored treatment plans in an exclusive and caring environment, you will be supported to conquer challenges and gain mastery in your life and relationships.
Cheryl Perrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Cheryl Perrell and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about helping others live purposeful and fulfilling lives. I can provide therapy in both English and Spanish and specialize in working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Some of the treatment modalities I like to use but are not limited to are Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I thrive to establish a safe therapeutic relationship with clients who have experienced trauma and difficult life circumstances.
Hello! My name is Cheryl Perrell and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about helping others live purposeful and fulfilling lives. I can provide therapy in both English and Spanish and specialize in working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Some of the treatment modalities I like to use but are not limited to are Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I thrive to establish a safe therapeutic relationship with clients who have experienced trauma and difficult life circumstances.
Are your relationships strained? Do you feel like therapy is the next necessary step? Relationships can certainly be challenging. But, I believe we are innately wired for connection, and sometimes that wiring can get tangled along the way, resulting in resentment, anxiety, depression, and damaged relationships. Additionally, the challenges of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, experiencing feelings of inadequacy and limited emotional expression beyond anger and sadness, often lead to a disconnect from those we care about most. This becomes a source of frustration for us and our partners. We can work together to repair this.
Are your relationships strained? Do you feel like therapy is the next necessary step? Relationships can certainly be challenging. But, I believe we are innately wired for connection, and sometimes that wiring can get tangled along the way, resulting in resentment, anxiety, depression, and damaged relationships. Additionally, the challenges of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, experiencing feelings of inadequacy and limited emotional expression beyond anger and sadness, often lead to a disconnect from those we care about most. This becomes a source of frustration for us and our partners. We can work together to repair this.
Kristin Hernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges to enhance their overall well-being. My practice focuses on those experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and trauma. I utilize a variety of evidence-based practices to guide clients in exploring and reshaping maladaptive thought patterns. I believe in the transformative power of self-exploration and understanding. I am committed to supporting clients on their journey toward enrichment and fulfillment in their lives and relationships.
I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges to enhance their overall well-being. My practice focuses on those experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and trauma. I utilize a variety of evidence-based practices to guide clients in exploring and reshaping maladaptive thought patterns. I believe in the transformative power of self-exploration and understanding. I am committed to supporting clients on their journey toward enrichment and fulfillment in their lives and relationships.
Hi there! My name is Shannon Polee and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have clinical experience providing CBT, Humanistic therapy, Motivational interviewing, and Solution-focused treatment, which allows me to honor and encourage individuality, authenticity, and self-determination. My specialties include helping adults with difficult life transitions/adjustment, stress management, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, race issues, grief and loss, and building self-esteem.
Hi there! My name is Shannon Polee and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have clinical experience providing CBT, Humanistic therapy, Motivational interviewing, and Solution-focused treatment, which allows me to honor and encourage individuality, authenticity, and self-determination. My specialties include helping adults with difficult life transitions/adjustment, stress management, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, race issues, grief and loss, and building self-esteem.
Erin Copeland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I have been in practice for 18 years and have expertise in child welfare, family counseling, substance abuse and recovery, and early childhood development. I enjoy working with adults, children, couples, and families to help them navigate life’s challenges so they can improve their lives.
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I have been in practice for 18 years and have expertise in child welfare, family counseling, substance abuse and recovery, and early childhood development. I enjoy working with adults, children, couples, and families to help them navigate life’s challenges so they can improve their lives.
Alyssa Tassone
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
Transitions are among the most rewarding aspects of life—whether it's starting a new job, moving to a different school, embracing a new role, entering a relationship, or embarking on a journey of personal growth. Yet, these periods of change can also be inherently challenging, often bringing up uncertainty, anxiety, and unresolved issues from the past. Quality support during these times is essential. I am committed to offering a safe, compassionate, and warm environment to explore your experiences and navigate the complexities that arise.
Transitions are among the most rewarding aspects of life—whether it's starting a new job, moving to a different school, embracing a new role, entering a relationship, or embarking on a journey of personal growth. Yet, these periods of change can also be inherently challenging, often bringing up uncertainty, anxiety, and unresolved issues from the past. Quality support during these times is essential. I am committed to offering a safe, compassionate, and warm environment to explore your experiences and navigate the complexities that arise.
Brianne Ballard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
My name is Brianne Ballard and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in La Verne, California while working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults that are in all phases of life to help cope with transitions, anxiety, depression, parenting, women's issues, past trauma, and relational issues to name a few. I help guide you in finding what you need out of therapy to be in a more mindful, authentic, and peaceful state.
My name is Brianne Ballard and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in La Verne, California while working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults that are in all phases of life to help cope with transitions, anxiety, depression, parenting, women's issues, past trauma, and relational issues to name a few. I help guide you in finding what you need out of therapy to be in a more mindful, authentic, and peaceful state.
Erika Self
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed-out in your relationship? Do you sometimes find yourself drinking/smoking/eating to cope? Are you and your partner having the same argument over and over? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, you're in the right place. You want to understand why these pattern keep happening. You want to learn how to cope with feelings like anxiety, sadness, and anger so you can be more present. You want to learn how to identify and express your feelings and needs more effectively to build more emotional intimacy with your partner/s. You're ready for a change.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed-out in your relationship? Do you sometimes find yourself drinking/smoking/eating to cope? Are you and your partner having the same argument over and over? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, you're in the right place. You want to understand why these pattern keep happening. You want to learn how to cope with feelings like anxiety, sadness, and anger so you can be more present. You want to learn how to identify and express your feelings and needs more effectively to build more emotional intimacy with your partner/s. You're ready for a change.
Deanna Burgdorf Burcina
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
Have you been nervous or reluctant to go to therapy? Not sure if you "need it?" If you have a desire to connect more deeply with yourself or others, then therapy might be for you (note: I believe we can all benefit from talking with someone). If you want to overcome past trauma(s), are struggling with addictions, have difficulty regulating emotions, have codependency issues, or have been involved with the criminal justice system (both as law enforcement or as an incarcerated person), this is where you can begin your journey of understanding, forgiving, and connecting with yourself and others in a more meaningful way.
Have you been nervous or reluctant to go to therapy? Not sure if you "need it?" If you have a desire to connect more deeply with yourself or others, then therapy might be for you (note: I believe we can all benefit from talking with someone). If you want to overcome past trauma(s), are struggling with addictions, have difficulty regulating emotions, have codependency issues, or have been involved with the criminal justice system (both as law enforcement or as an incarcerated person), this is where you can begin your journey of understanding, forgiving, and connecting with yourself and others in a more meaningful way.
I am here to help you change your life! I provide an empathetic, non-judgemental and caring therapeutic approach. My goal is to help you reduce symptoms and gain positive change. Are you feeling anxious, sad, lonely, and struggle with loss of motivation? Are you having boundary issues, relationship issues, work problems, gender identity, culture issues, and/or immigration struggles. I am passionate about working with my clients to meet their goals. Every case is unique and requires a special therapeutic approach. I tailor my approach to your specific needs.
I am here to help you change your life! I provide an empathetic, non-judgemental and caring therapeutic approach. My goal is to help you reduce symptoms and gain positive change. Are you feeling anxious, sad, lonely, and struggle with loss of motivation? Are you having boundary issues, relationship issues, work problems, gender identity, culture issues, and/or immigration struggles. I am passionate about working with my clients to meet their goals. Every case is unique and requires a special therapeutic approach. I tailor my approach to your specific needs.
Hi, I'm Melissa Vaswani, LMFT. I've been practicing therapy for 18 years, and my mission has always been to make a positive impact and enable people to make meaningful changes in their lives. I use a therapeutic method based on my client's unique needs. I have a background in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and enjoy using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques. However, I don't limit myself to CBT. I constantly endeavor to meet every individual client where they are and adapt accordingly.
Hi, I'm Melissa Vaswani, LMFT. I've been practicing therapy for 18 years, and my mission has always been to make a positive impact and enable people to make meaningful changes in their lives. I use a therapeutic method based on my client's unique needs. I have a background in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and enjoy using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques. However, I don't limit myself to CBT. I constantly endeavor to meet every individual client where they are and adapt accordingly.
Chelsea Clifton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
Do you frequently feel like you are triggered by your children's emotions? Whether it’s frustration at a toddler’s tantrum or feeling overwhelmed by a teenager’s angst. Many of my clients just want to not feel like their life is being controlled by someone else's hurricane of emotions. Here's the honest truth. No one talks about this part when you become a parent, which often can lead parents to feeling confused, reactive, guilty, and that they are not a good enough parent.
Do you frequently feel like you are triggered by your children's emotions? Whether it’s frustration at a toddler’s tantrum or feeling overwhelmed by a teenager’s angst. Many of my clients just want to not feel like their life is being controlled by someone else's hurricane of emotions. Here's the honest truth. No one talks about this part when you become a parent, which often can lead parents to feeling confused, reactive, guilty, and that they are not a good enough parent.
James Brown
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
I am James G. Brown. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), and I am also a National-Board Certified Counselor (NCC). I enjoy working with individuals who recognize that something needs to change and just aren't sure which way to go. Together, we can explore your motivation to change and learn to live life based on your values, goals, and dreams. We will take a solution-focused approach, strength-based approach to help you become more aware, more loving, and capable of self-love, and create a fuller, richer life. Clients who see me will find themselves in a safe, non-judgmental space.
I am James G. Brown. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), and I am also a National-Board Certified Counselor (NCC). I enjoy working with individuals who recognize that something needs to change and just aren't sure which way to go. Together, we can explore your motivation to change and learn to live life based on your values, goals, and dreams. We will take a solution-focused approach, strength-based approach to help you become more aware, more loving, and capable of self-love, and create a fuller, richer life. Clients who see me will find themselves in a safe, non-judgmental space.
Lauren M Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
The upheaval of the last four years has changed us all - it’s been disorienting. You’ve realized the narrative you’ve been living by most of your life no longer fits as comfortably as it used to. Maybe you were one of the many who figured out that you were neurodivergent when external structures disappeared during lockdown. Maybe you started to embrace a changing sexuality, or gender identity. Maybe you started to see cracks in the systems and relationships you’d previous put faith in and it’s shaken up your sense of the world and your place within it. If any of this sounds familiar, you and I might be a really good fit.
The upheaval of the last four years has changed us all - it’s been disorienting. You’ve realized the narrative you’ve been living by most of your life no longer fits as comfortably as it used to. Maybe you were one of the many who figured out that you were neurodivergent when external structures disappeared during lockdown. Maybe you started to embrace a changing sexuality, or gender identity. Maybe you started to see cracks in the systems and relationships you’d previous put faith in and it’s shaken up your sense of the world and your place within it. If any of this sounds familiar, you and I might be a really good fit.
Danette E Wilkerson
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC, NCC
Verified Verified
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
Are you seeking compassionate support in life, relationships, and personal growth? I’m Coach Dannete, a Board-Certified Clinical Mental Health Coach and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC 17463), supervised by Dr. Teyhou Smyth (LMFT 115137) in California. As a National Certified Counselor and Symbis Facilitator, I specialize in helping individuals facing depression, anxiety, grief, and emotional challenges as well as premarital/couples counseling for engaged and/or dating couples.
Are you seeking compassionate support in life, relationships, and personal growth? I’m Coach Dannete, a Board-Certified Clinical Mental Health Coach and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC 17463), supervised by Dr. Teyhou Smyth (LMFT 115137) in California. As a National Certified Counselor and Symbis Facilitator, I specialize in helping individuals facing depression, anxiety, grief, and emotional challenges as well as premarital/couples counseling for engaged and/or dating couples.
Greg Petropoulos
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
I'm excited to have the opportunity to work with you. I look forward to meeting you and discussing your wants and needs. I believe most "problems and issues" are more managable than we know, and our lives are more incredible than we believe. How about finding out!
I'm excited to have the opportunity to work with you. I look forward to meeting you and discussing your wants and needs. I believe most "problems and issues" are more managable than we know, and our lives are more incredible than we believe. How about finding out!
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.