Couples Counseling Therapists in Monterey, CA
![Photo of Merry Thomas, PhD, RN, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e48c3a25-7818-40b4-af6f-dae5cbd4c961/1/320x400.jpeg)
"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony." -Mahatma Gandhi I am an experienced, compassionate therapist creating a caring, therapeutic relationship to facilitate healing, overcome depression, anxiety, work through grief and loss, increase self-esteem, strengthen boundaries and improve relationships. My areas of expertise include: eating disorders, abuse issues, depression, stress; helping people recreate themselves and balance their lives to reach their full potential. I offer individual psychotherapy and life coaching. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist and a registered nurse
"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony." -Mahatma Gandhi I am an experienced, compassionate therapist creating a caring, therapeutic relationship to facilitate healing, overcome depression, anxiety, work through grief and loss, increase self-esteem, strengthen boundaries and improve relationships. My areas of expertise include: eating disorders, abuse issues, depression, stress; helping people recreate themselves and balance their lives to reach their full potential. I offer individual psychotherapy and life coaching. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist and a registered nurse
![Photo of Dana Weston, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d857ed2b-b7c7-45bb-95ff-6c3d080a02e2/2/320x400.jpeg)
I work with a broad range of client concerns, including: crisis situations, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexuality, eating disorders, and more.
I've been working with clients for over 25 years. I am down to earth and straightforward with a good sense of humor. Through my own therapy, I found that an interactive style works best combined with being a good listener. In a safe and supportive setting, I facilitate clients finding their way through their emotional struggles.
I work with a broad range of client concerns, including: crisis situations, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexuality, eating disorders, and more.
I've been working with clients for over 25 years. I am down to earth and straightforward with a good sense of humor. Through my own therapy, I found that an interactive style works best combined with being a good listener. In a safe and supportive setting, I facilitate clients finding their way through their emotional struggles.
![Photo of Renee C. Monrad, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d16c9c6-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
You were born with innate potential and natural abilities, yet it may be easy to forget your personal power if you struggle with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, or overwhelmingly stressful life situations. Allow me to help gently guide you back to a sense of empowerment and together we can work on shifting your focus toward the personal strengths that give you energy. I am active in giving support and feedback and I will compassionately challenge beliefs and actions that no longer work for you. I believe you can change the way you think about painful experiences; seeing them instead, as transformative opportunities.
You were born with innate potential and natural abilities, yet it may be easy to forget your personal power if you struggle with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, or overwhelmingly stressful life situations. Allow me to help gently guide you back to a sense of empowerment and together we can work on shifting your focus toward the personal strengths that give you energy. I am active in giving support and feedback and I will compassionately challenge beliefs and actions that no longer work for you. I believe you can change the way you think about painful experiences; seeing them instead, as transformative opportunities.
![Photo of Enrique Morales Bravo, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/43d28991-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Living in today's world is complicated and often stressful. If you feel stuck, insecure, stressed, fearful and depressed I am here to assist you to overcome your struggles. Working together you will learn effective coping skills to reduce the effects of stress, trauma, and emotional anguish. If you are looking for a safe place to freely express your emotions, receive unconditional acceptance, be supported and have guidance on resolving your everyday challenges feel free to contact me. I have the experienced of working with individuals, couples, children, and families of diverse cultural backgrounds.
Living in today's world is complicated and often stressful. If you feel stuck, insecure, stressed, fearful and depressed I am here to assist you to overcome your struggles. Working together you will learn effective coping skills to reduce the effects of stress, trauma, and emotional anguish. If you are looking for a safe place to freely express your emotions, receive unconditional acceptance, be supported and have guidance on resolving your everyday challenges feel free to contact me. I have the experienced of working with individuals, couples, children, and families of diverse cultural backgrounds.
![Photo of Sonia Blue, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/451d1f2d-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Change is possible and we DO get better! I have experienced this personally and have witnessed it again and again in my 30 years as a psychotherapist. I have been privileged to accompany countless individuals, couples and families on their journey to health and wholeness. Healing the past, relating to others with greater intimacy and authenticity, communicating more effectivley and creating meaning as we grow and change are just some of the possibilities positive, compassionate and effective therapy can offer.
Change is possible and we DO get better! I have experienced this personally and have witnessed it again and again in my 30 years as a psychotherapist. I have been privileged to accompany countless individuals, couples and families on their journey to health and wholeness. Healing the past, relating to others with greater intimacy and authenticity, communicating more effectivley and creating meaning as we grow and change are just some of the possibilities positive, compassionate and effective therapy can offer.
![Photo of Richard Vieille, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/42aabef6-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I work mainly with adults as individuals, as couples, and in groups.
My approach is to create an accepting, supportive, non-judgmental partnership in order to help my clients discover their strengths, inner resources, and to achieve a deeper understanding of who they are. This work will help you to overcome or more effectively deal with such problems as anxiety, depression, anger, stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and attention deficit disorder. We work together to identify self-defeating thought patterns or unconscious defenses that might be getting in the way of your natural capacity for satisfying relationships, or the full and authentic expression of who you are.
I work mainly with adults as individuals, as couples, and in groups.
My approach is to create an accepting, supportive, non-judgmental partnership in order to help my clients discover their strengths, inner resources, and to achieve a deeper understanding of who they are. This work will help you to overcome or more effectively deal with such problems as anxiety, depression, anger, stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and attention deficit disorder. We work together to identify self-defeating thought patterns or unconscious defenses that might be getting in the way of your natural capacity for satisfying relationships, or the full and authentic expression of who you are.
![Photo of Hildur R Simonardottir, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46d0f595-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist with extensive experience working with people of various backgrounds, I strive to provide a therapeutic relationship that is collaborative and empowering.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 18 years of experience. I see children, adolescents, and adults in individual therapy who are struggling with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, life cycle challenges, trauma/abuse and many more. People cope with and try to manage their past and present to the best of their ability. However, at times it can be overwhelming and may also create additional barriers as people often outgrow their coping skills, or their skills and tools are simply no longer working for them.
As a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist with extensive experience working with people of various backgrounds, I strive to provide a therapeutic relationship that is collaborative and empowering.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 18 years of experience. I see children, adolescents, and adults in individual therapy who are struggling with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, life cycle challenges, trauma/abuse and many more. People cope with and try to manage their past and present to the best of their ability. However, at times it can be overwhelming and may also create additional barriers as people often outgrow their coping skills, or their skills and tools are simply no longer working for them.
![Photo of Andrea Fuller, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ec5d834-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
I have many years experience working with individuals, couples, and families.
How can you create the Life of your Dreams? The answers are within you! I simply help you discover them.
In an atmosphere of partnership, you discover inner resources, clarify desires, and develop insights and skills to manage life more effectively.
You are unique, and I draw upon extensive training in a variety of therapeutic approaches to most effectively address your unique needs. Whether the problem is related to career, your relationship with others or your relationship with yourself, I help you recognize and overcome obstacles to success. You deserve a full and happy life, and you can create it!
I have many years experience working with individuals, couples, and families.
How can you create the Life of your Dreams? The answers are within you! I simply help you discover them.
In an atmosphere of partnership, you discover inner resources, clarify desires, and develop insights and skills to manage life more effectively.
You are unique, and I draw upon extensive training in a variety of therapeutic approaches to most effectively address your unique needs. Whether the problem is related to career, your relationship with others or your relationship with yourself, I help you recognize and overcome obstacles to success. You deserve a full and happy life, and you can create it!
![Photo of Ann J Elkin, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3fc894f1-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I believe that the relationship between me and my "special friend" facilitates growth and healing. I offer a COMPLIMENTARY FIRST SESSION to see if we can take a meaningful journey together. My goal in therapy is to help individuals develop a more positive self-image, increase self-esteem, and reach their full potential. I help the people I work with to identify their needs and increase their ability to communicate their needs and feelings to others - thereby developing more loving relationships. This will lead to a more satisfying and fulfilling life.
I believe that the relationship between me and my "special friend" facilitates growth and healing. I offer a COMPLIMENTARY FIRST SESSION to see if we can take a meaningful journey together. My goal in therapy is to help individuals develop a more positive self-image, increase self-esteem, and reach their full potential. I help the people I work with to identify their needs and increase their ability to communicate their needs and feelings to others - thereby developing more loving relationships. This will lead to a more satisfying and fulfilling life.
![Photo of Stacey K. Wood, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/61a2afd0-b195-4cf2-8c1a-cade6570bb29/1/320x400.jpeg)
Sometimes we feel stuck; we may struggle with feelings or behaviors that make us feel isolated, distressed, confused, or lost. Trying to figure out who we are, coping with anxiety, self-criticism, loneliness, shame, depression/despair, healing from trauma, or improving our relationship with ourselves or others- know that there really are genuine ways to heal. We need to feel safe, be seen and heard: to be validated, understood and reassured for change to happen. So together, you and I will create a safe space for you to explore and understand what’s been keeping you where you are, so you can finally get to where you want to be.
Sometimes we feel stuck; we may struggle with feelings or behaviors that make us feel isolated, distressed, confused, or lost. Trying to figure out who we are, coping with anxiety, self-criticism, loneliness, shame, depression/despair, healing from trauma, or improving our relationship with ourselves or others- know that there really are genuine ways to heal. We need to feel safe, be seen and heard: to be validated, understood and reassured for change to happen. So together, you and I will create a safe space for you to explore and understand what’s been keeping you where you are, so you can finally get to where you want to be.
![Photo of Cheryl Ann Trotter, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c09473c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
Cheryl Ann Trotter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Monterey, CA 93940 (Online Only)
I have experience working with Individuals, Families and Couples who are seeking support with issues related to Drug & Alcohol Problems; Divorce; Depression and Anxiety; Stress Management; Caregiver Support; Relationship & Communication Difficulties; Gay/Lesbian Issues; Grief Support; Life Coaching and Life Transitions.
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience. I also have an additional certification for Drug & Alcohol Counseling and Life Coaching and work collaboratively with clients to help build on strengths rather than focusing on deficits. In our sessions, I work with you to develop healthy life skills using proactive therapeutic techniques via phone or Zoom formats enabling you can be in the comfort of your home during a session. I incorporate CBT, Positive Psychology and Solution Focus approaches to teach and encourage healthy communication, mood management strategies and develop effective life skills.
I have experience working with Individuals, Families and Couples who are seeking support with issues related to Drug & Alcohol Problems; Divorce; Depression and Anxiety; Stress Management; Caregiver Support; Relationship & Communication Difficulties; Gay/Lesbian Issues; Grief Support; Life Coaching and Life Transitions.
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience. I also have an additional certification for Drug & Alcohol Counseling and Life Coaching and work collaboratively with clients to help build on strengths rather than focusing on deficits. In our sessions, I work with you to develop healthy life skills using proactive therapeutic techniques via phone or Zoom formats enabling you can be in the comfort of your home during a session. I incorporate CBT, Positive Psychology and Solution Focus approaches to teach and encourage healthy communication, mood management strategies and develop effective life skills.
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![Photo of Maren Martin, LCSW, CST, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/37c5aeba-7ff7-4042-b44e-835d23c89feb/1/320x400.jpeg)
I work with individuals and couples on a broad range of issues, and am especially drawn to the richness of working with relationships and sexuality.
My goal is to help you enhance your ability to develop a more intimate, fulfilling, and joyous life and relationships. I work collaboratively to help you build on your strengths and develop new skills, while creating a safe and supportive environment for healing and growth.
I work with individuals and couples on a broad range of issues, and am especially drawn to the richness of working with relationships and sexuality.
My goal is to help you enhance your ability to develop a more intimate, fulfilling, and joyous life and relationships. I work collaboratively to help you build on your strengths and develop new skills, while creating a safe and supportive environment for healing and growth.
![Photo of Cindy Klaniecki - Cindy Klaniecki LCSW , LCSW, MEd, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/45466430-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Cindy Klaniecki LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monterey, CA 93940 (Online Only)
Exclusively offering telehealth services. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I have been providing therapeutic support through telehealth, to individuals, groups, couples, and families since 2013. My focus has been on working with adults and seniors. I am licensed and practice in the states of California, Oregon and Montana.
Exclusively offering telehealth services. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I have been providing therapeutic support through telehealth, to individuals, groups, couples, and families since 2013. My focus has been on working with adults and seniors. I am licensed and practice in the states of California, Oregon and Montana.
![Photo of Leilani Jefferies, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/384ae8b7-55aa-46ab-b34c-e88c8028e00e/1/320x400.jpeg)
Leilani Jefferies
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Monterey, CA 93940
We are taught to constantly go, but sometimes we need to stop, look inside, and find what's keeping us from moving forward. I offer a safe container to do this. You have the knowledge within to choose the right path. It's my job to walk with you, lighting the way. Containment and clarity: this is what I can offer to you as my client. I offer therapy in English/Spanish to individuals, couples, and families. I have advanced training in EMDR, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. I also offer parenting support.
We are taught to constantly go, but sometimes we need to stop, look inside, and find what's keeping us from moving forward. I offer a safe container to do this. You have the knowledge within to choose the right path. It's my job to walk with you, lighting the way. Containment and clarity: this is what I can offer to you as my client. I offer therapy in English/Spanish to individuals, couples, and families. I have advanced training in EMDR, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. I also offer parenting support.
![Photo of Jared Phillips, LPCC, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4d378edb-95dc-4f90-81d4-b7a6ef7acbe1/1/320x400.jpeg)
As a Licensed and Board-Certified counselor, and, more aptly, as a human Being, I understand pain in life. I also know that we humans have an amazing capacity to tolerate and be at ease in the tensions in life, no matter what arises, by un-learning the habits that get in the way. Utilizing evidenced-based practices with timeless principles of mind/body/spirit, I support individuals and couples with a warm-hearted Presence into the extraordinary process of embracing and responding to life from the Wisdom within us all.
As a Licensed and Board-Certified counselor, and, more aptly, as a human Being, I understand pain in life. I also know that we humans have an amazing capacity to tolerate and be at ease in the tensions in life, no matter what arises, by un-learning the habits that get in the way. Utilizing evidenced-based practices with timeless principles of mind/body/spirit, I support individuals and couples with a warm-hearted Presence into the extraordinary process of embracing and responding to life from the Wisdom within us all.
![Photo of Kent L Stratford, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/200ba2f2-9d65-4018-af03-236253c82d7f/3/320x400.jpeg)
Treating adults, couples, families, adolescents, and LGBTQ.
Psychotherapist/University Lecturer in the Department of Psychology, California State University, Monterey Bay. Serving Monterey & Santa Cruz County. In office and Teletherapy appointments. Specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, personality disturbances, mood disorders, relational problems, attachment disorders, marital discord, stress, family conflict, personality disturbances, and behavior problems. Treating adults, couples, families, adolescents, and LGBTQ. Fee for service $120.00 per therapy hour. Panel provider for Blue Cross/Blue Shield/Cal Viva/United Healthcare
Treating adults, couples, families, adolescents, and LGBTQ.
Psychotherapist/University Lecturer in the Department of Psychology, California State University, Monterey Bay. Serving Monterey & Santa Cruz County. In office and Teletherapy appointments. Specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, personality disturbances, mood disorders, relational problems, attachment disorders, marital discord, stress, family conflict, personality disturbances, and behavior problems. Treating adults, couples, families, adolescents, and LGBTQ. Fee for service $120.00 per therapy hour. Panel provider for Blue Cross/Blue Shield/Cal Viva/United Healthcare
![Photo of Paige Lynn Dickman, MA, LMFT, ATR, CTC, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/391c8bbe-6665-40e8-9633-262f470ba797/2/320x400.jpeg)
Paige Lynn Dickman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR, CTC
Verified Verified
Monterey, CA 93940
I work with individual clients, couples, families and kiddos.
When we experience transition, loss, find ourselves in cycles of addictive behaviors, or find we've lost our center, no matter what age or stage of life, this life can feel overwhelming. Heart centered, skillful guidance and support can help us find renewal, peace and wholeness in the midst of life's most challenging circumstances.
I work with individual clients, couples, families and kiddos.
When we experience transition, loss, find ourselves in cycles of addictive behaviors, or find we've lost our center, no matter what age or stage of life, this life can feel overwhelming. Heart centered, skillful guidance and support can help us find renewal, peace and wholeness in the midst of life's most challenging circumstances.
![Photo of Kathleen Pederson, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a817b4c3-4a70-4466-ac62-fe2f200b1324/1/320x400.jpeg)
Kathleen Pederson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Monterey, CA 93940 (Online Only)
I do video/online counseling. My experience has included work with individuals, couples and families in a clinic setting I have experience working with issues such as depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, relationship issues, infidelity, anger management, ADHD, and PTSD.
I do video/online counseling. My experience has included work with individuals, couples and families in a clinic setting I have experience working with issues such as depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, relationship issues, infidelity, anger management, ADHD, and PTSD.
![Photo of Julee Peterson, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/745b67c5-901a-4f3b-9933-639015224841/3/320x400.jpeg)
I bring a sense of genuine caring to the therapeutic relationship and I have the personal experience of living in a blended family.
Hi, I am Julee Peterson. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and currently taking new clients. I am interested in helping repair marriages, strengthen the couple bond to help families blend. I'm part of blended family and have walked the difficult starting path and have insight into the nuances of blended family life. What I love most about my work is positively affecting people’s lives through helping them improve communication and understanding between family members and couples. Increasing trust to create better functioning relationships can benefit the entire family system.
I bring a sense of genuine caring to the therapeutic relationship and I have the personal experience of living in a blended family.
Hi, I am Julee Peterson. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and currently taking new clients. I am interested in helping repair marriages, strengthen the couple bond to help families blend. I'm part of blended family and have walked the difficult starting path and have insight into the nuances of blended family life. What I love most about my work is positively affecting people’s lives through helping them improve communication and understanding between family members and couples. Increasing trust to create better functioning relationships can benefit the entire family system.
![Photo of Amy Saum Somers, LPCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/af85b839-fd31-4d62-969e-e202e1d278ea/2/320x400.jpeg)
I look forward to connecting with you in a safe and healthy way. I believe you have everything within you to heal and will assist in exploring how trauma shaped your world through attachment or otherwise. We are all wired for connection; together we will mindfully investigate how you join your world presently in order to choose who and how you want to be. I welcome reprocessing any trauma that continues to prevent you from fully living. I enjoy working with individuals (children, tweens, teens and adults), couples and families as needed in support of individuals or couples.
I look forward to connecting with you in a safe and healthy way. I believe you have everything within you to heal and will assist in exploring how trauma shaped your world through attachment or otherwise. We are all wired for connection; together we will mindfully investigate how you join your world presently in order to choose who and how you want to be. I welcome reprocessing any trauma that continues to prevent you from fully living. I enjoy working with individuals (children, tweens, teens and adults), couples and families as needed in support of individuals or couples.