Parenting Therapists in National City, CA

Hello, my name is Jacqueline Davis, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor. I am passionate about helping people of all ages navigate through feelings of anxiety, stress, or any new life changes. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who have experienced traumatic situations (child abuse, bullying, etc). I also have helped many new parents with the stress that comes from adjusting to understanding themselves in a parent role as well as understanding the behaviors of their child(ren).

Hello, my name is Lori Davis. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in psychotherapy with a specialty in geriatrics. I feel it is an honor to assist clients as a supportive, collaborative, and empathetic facilitator in mental health, emotional well-being, and developing resilience. I typically work with adults, seniors, and couples dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, health, grief, loss, and parenting issues.

Amanda Jacobson, LMFT specializing in children, teens, and parenting skills. I have always found joy in working with children, teens, and families to navigate difficult emotional times. I have 25 years of experience in the child development field and have worked in schools supporting children, teens, and family mental health for the last 13 years. I am a mother of 2 girls and can appreciate the challenges that our youth are facing in these current times. I am passionate about becoming part of your healing process and helping you and your child get back on your way.

I believe you can create "what is," not "learn to accept what is." I provide help with sexual orientation and identity, "coming out," military life, family issues and religion, sexuality issues, premarital assessment, monogamy/commitment, relationship issues between Gay and Bisexual Men, life planning/goals and visions. I lead interns and first year licensed therapists in a MFT professional growth and discussion group. I offer training, gay couple's retreats, workshops, speaking, and consulting services for organizations and small businesses (50 employees or less).

Hello! I am Shannon Harston, a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. My approach is straightforward, down to earth, and strategic- helping you identify areas of growth and skills to manage your symptoms more effectively. I love helping others identify what they want differently and supporting them through the steps to making that come true. I see therapy as a partnership where it is only as effective as you experience it to be and I draw from many approaches to do this work.

My name is Rosangela Dardon. I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist that has strong values around social and environmental justice. I work with individual adults and adolescents and have experience working with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma-related difficulties, racial trauma, LGBTQI concerns, life transitions, grief, and relationship challenges. In my work as a psychotherapist I encourage a person-centered approach; meeting a client where they are and helping identify areas they would like to explore. This person centered approach allows me to use a blend of modalities tailored to each individual's goals.

My name is Victoria Catlin-Walton, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Santa Clarita, California working with people statewide via telehealth. I work with individuals from young adults to seasoned professionals and I specialize in anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship matters using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy to help people experience something that feels better.

My name is Ashley Holmes and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide an eclectic type of approach to best fit my clients' needs and provide therapy from a non-judgmental, supportive, and safe approach. I work with various populations including trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, DV, anger management, and more. The most common theoretical approaches I work with include ACT, CBT, DBT, Solution Focused therapy, Strength Based Therapy, Psychodynamic, and Narrative Therapy.

It takes courage to address your emotional, spiritual and mental well-being. One of the hardest challenges in life is to discover a new path when you're feeling stuck. You have just taken the hardest step by seeking support from an experienced licensed mental health professional. If you're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions or have experienced a traumatic event, I want you to know that you're not alone. I use tele-therapy to offer a safe, non-judgemental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings and underlying issues that may be contributing to your well-being.

I have enjoyed over 30 years of clinical work in private practice. People refer to me as competent, caring and down to earth. I am collaborative in my process, guiding people on their path of growth and change, always with respect for their courage and trust. I see individuals, couples, adolescents, children and families over a wide range of treatment issues with a particular affinity for adolescents and young adults. I welcome challenge and believe in the strength of every individual.

If you’re reading this, you’re having some sort of trouble. I help good people get through tough times. There are many ways to do counseling. You can think of me as a life coach who offers principles to help you solve personal and relational problems. And /or, I can be your therapist to help you process a history of hurts and help you get on with your life. I work with couples and individuals (children, teens and adults) in an atmosphere that is casual and relaxed. I use language and tools you can use now. No psychobabble. If we connect we're likely to do some good work. So I'm ready when you are.

Are you tired of repeating the same cycle, whether it’s addiction, depression, anxiety, or infidelity? Our skilled and compassionate therapists are here to help you finally break free, so you can live fully and joyfully.

If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief or going through a life transition it would be my honor to support you in working through these issues. I am dedicated to enhancing your emotional well being and I strive to offer you a warm and non- judgmental environment where you can feel free to talk about any issues. l have been a therapist for 32 years, I have experience working with a wide variety of mental health issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse.

My approach to therapy is to meet with the person, couple or family, to assess the issues and see if we can problem solve together. Former clients have described me as warm, competent, compassionate and effective as a therapist. I have been licensed as a psychologist and marriage and family therapist for more than 30 years, and have served as an expert witness as a forensic psychologist. I have been trained in mediation and worked with family businesses. My service to my profession includes being President of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and Treasurer of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. I believe we are here to help one another, and look forward to working with you.

I will provide a supportive, empathic and non-judgmental space for you to explore problematic relationship styles, trauma, abuse, and loss in order to heal the past and promote a feeling of greater personal freedom. My therapeutic approach emphasizes "here and now" relationships, embracing your strengths and getting in touch with mind, body and spirit.

My name is Charity Horn, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I approach therapy from a person-centered point of view. I believe that each individual deserves a voice. My areas of focus are depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and trauma-informed care.

Hello, my name is Christie Chu. I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in California and a licensed professional counselor in Texas. I'm a mother of 11-year-old twins, and have a great deal of life experience dealing with many of the issues my patients face. I work with clients with mood disorders, including anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I work with couples dealing with infertility, relational violence, Child Abuse, and LGBTQ issues. In addition, I I work with school issues and I am a credentialed school counselor.

My name is Sami Friedman (she/her) and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in the San Francisco Bay Area, providing telehealth services across California. I work primarily with adolescents and young adults looking for support with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and navigating relationships with themselves and others. I also have experience and advanced training providing neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapy to individuals (or parents of individuals) who identify as neurodivergent.

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