Government Employees Health Association (GEHA) Therapists in Newark, CA

Hello, my name is Martin Ramirez. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), and I have been working for the last 4 years in Fresno and now Sacramento County. I work with teens, young adults, and their parents and specialize in trauma, anxiety, and depressive disorders. I utilize skills from Trauma Focused CBT and use a Humanistic and Object relations approach to provide practical skills, tools, empathy, and understanding to my clients. Most of my clients do not find themselves always seen or represented in the mainstream because of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or neurodivergent identities.

I am a bilingual/bi-cultural, therapist with experience working with a diverse population over the course of my education and training. I work with adolescents and adults who have trouble with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, difficulty processing and/or coming to terms with history of trauma, and individuals questioning the source of their self-doubt and/or self-criticism. I use an eclectic approach of integrating evidence based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Treatment and Motivational Interviewing

My name is Alyce Botwinick. I am an LCSW practicing in Telehealth in California. This platform allows me to work with clients anywhere in my state. I find using a Psychodynamic approach assists clients in exploring and identifying problematic behavior patterns as well as negativity biases. Offering practices based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindful Awareness allows my clients to learn strategies to better understand themselves, have healthier relationships, and become more resilient. My clients have been my greatest teachers.

Nona Taite, LCSW. Culturally sensitive and solution-focused when serving individuals who have suffered cultural trauma, abuse, and neglect. This approach is important for addressing the unique needs and challenges in urban communities. Usually work with stabilized clients who are not in a severe crisis Anxiety, anxiety related to medical diagnosis/illness, Depression, Grief, loss, and stress management. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapies, Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Schema Focus Therapy

My name is R. Murray Frith, Ph.D. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has enjoyed working primarily with kids of all ages and their families for about 8 years. Previously, I worked as a social worker with foster kids and their foster families for about 10 years. I have gotten much positive feedback over the years for my work, from supervisors, colleagues, kids, and their other family members and have found it to be very rewarding.

There are times everyone needs to feel heard, especially during times of uncertainty. My focus is to help clients navigate life transitions, teach coping skills to manage anxiety, depression, grief, and loss, and nurture a strong identity. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has a holistic approach that draws from CBT, psycho-dynamic, and mindfulness-based models that help to work through negative thought and behavioral patterns while building insight into intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships.

Welcome! My name is Arlene Yumol. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. You might find yourself here because you are trying to get through one of life's many battles. My goal is to join you in navigating these struggles so that you may find hope, healing, and lasting relationships. I am passionate about working with individuals, adolescents, couples, and families. I have experience working with clients on issues such as anxiety, depression, family conflict, grief/loss, identity issues, relationship struggles, and spiritual issues.

My name is April McClellan, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in the state of California. I completed my master’s degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy at the University of Phoenix in 2010, and I have over 10 years of clinical experience across a variety of settings (outpatient substance abuse treatment, community mental health, nonprofit, and private practice). I have also facilitated anger management groups and grief counseling support groups for victims of crime in the city of Los Angeles.

My name is Rena, a licensed clinical therapist. I am a multicultural client-centered therapist fluent in English and Mandarin who has worked in the mental health field for 7 years. I have worked with adults, seniors, children, families, and veterans, and have helped people with depression, anxiety, life coaching, behavioral issues, coping skills, divorce, relationship issues, trauma, PTSD, women's issues, and more. I tailor my approach based on individual needs. My goal is to equip you with a set of tools to increase self-awareness, face difficult emotions, develop healthy relationships and make more mindful choices.

I am Gregory Harbaugh, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (100711) in California. I offer an individualized, client-centered approach, meeting the client where s/he is. I focus on depression, anxiety, trauma-based, attachment, and other areas. I work with individuals, couples, adolescents, treating depression, anxiety, trauma, attachment issues, personality issues, gay and gender non-conforming. Normally a person-centered, calm, non-directive, collaborative approach. Sometimes supportive, meeting the client where s/he is; being fully present in the moment without judgment.

Hi, my name is Ronica Clark, an MFT in California. If you are in a broken relationship, not in a relationship but want to be, have terrible self-esteem, are in a dead-end job, feel like life is just plain hard to get through, or maybe drink and use illegal substances. Above all else, you are looking for peace of mind. I am a therapist that may be a good fit for you feel free to reach out.

Hi! I have been a licensed therapist since 2015. My clinical training and experience comprised working in the nonpublic school system and mental health setting with children and adolescents with ADHD, Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, and behavioral and emotional disorders. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, crisis, and loss. In addition, I have worked with families and adults in a variety of areas and life transitions, such as divorce, single parenthood, and blended families.

Hi, I'm Lisa Kim. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFC 49076) who is client-centered and driven to collaborate with clients in search of solution-focused ideas to overcome barriers. I am an experienced psychotherapist and MFT with a demonstrated history of working in community mental health and the hospital/healthcare industry. My specializations include child/adolescent developmental psychology, family systems, trauma-focused therapy, solution-focused therapy, and spiritual counseling since 2007.

Hello. I'm Bradly Long, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. From personal and professional experiences, I believe in a psychodynamic approach to learning about ourselves and where we come from while also improving upon our daily functioning. We are all works in progress. From my personal therapeutic experience as a client and then as a therapist, my focus is exploring and learning where we come from. What were we taught? I'm most comfortable with clients who aren't afraid of confronting what isn't working for them and talking about the elephant in the room.

I’m Amy Hamilton, a dedicated and compassionate licensed therapist who specializes in providing guidance and support to children, teens, and families facing a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. My extensive experience encompasses assisting young individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and self-esteem concerns, as well as navigating complex issues such as attachment difficulties, family dynamics, and the traumatic effects of bullying. Moreover, I am adept at working with children and adolescents experiencing behavioral obstacles, including those within the autism spectrum.

I practice from an eclectic approach, always considering you, my client, and what your very unique and individual needs and preferences are. I often employ evidence-based therapies that include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, as well as Psychodynamic exploration. I also very much uphold the belief that our mind and body are not separate entities and treat the whole individual that you truly are — always seeking to help you practice healthy self-care routines.

Are you looking for short-term therapy to help with life's bumps and setbacks? When friends and family are unable to provide the support you need, there is a safe space where you can discuss your life without judgment and become the strong person you want to be. As a medical social worker, I have worked with a diverse group of clients using short-term therapy, CBT, and crisis management to provide the best care and hope in challenging situations. I start where the client is at and let them guide me in the direction they want to go. I provide supportive and client-led therapy-building skills that my clients are already using.

Hello: I am Robert Sawicky, a licensed psychologist. I have many years of experience assisting with the challenges of making a successful marriage and addressing the issues of depression, anxiety, social phobias, self-esteem, and multiple varieties of shameful self-sabotage. My therapeutic orientation is client-centered, eclectic, and very collaborative - utilizing an individualized approach to foster personal empowerment, self-trust, and enhanced self-acceptance. After all, relationships with others are extensions of the relationship we are having with ourselves.

My name is Katrina Fisher, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. My focus of practice is working with individuals who are struggling with employment stressors, relationship problems, and difficulty prioritizing their own needs. My approach to therapy is humanistic and client centered. In therapy, it is my desire that we identify inherent strengths that assist in navigating challenges. In doing so, what emerges is a fuller version of yourself. I can assist with clients managing depression, anxiety, burn-out, and life transitions.