Therapists in Northridge, CA
![Photo of Patricia M. Gutierrez, MS , LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e5138e43-59e7-4117-8d45-6ad7785a8b88/1/320x400.jpeg)
Patricia M. Gutierrez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS , LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91324
(Services in Spanish available if needed) Processing difficult experiences with an empathic and informed therapist can make the process less difficult and can help diminish the impact symptoms are having on your every day life. My goal is to help you identify current challenges, learn new ways of coping, engaging and interacting, and empower you to make meaningful changes. Using evidenced-based approaches, I provide quality care, meet clients where they are at and tailor treatment plans to your current needs. I will promote a safe space where you can share your emotions and not feel judged when discussing your vulnerabilities.
(Services in Spanish available if needed) Processing difficult experiences with an empathic and informed therapist can make the process less difficult and can help diminish the impact symptoms are having on your every day life. My goal is to help you identify current challenges, learn new ways of coping, engaging and interacting, and empower you to make meaningful changes. Using evidenced-based approaches, I provide quality care, meet clients where they are at and tailor treatment plans to your current needs. I will promote a safe space where you can share your emotions and not feel judged when discussing your vulnerabilities.
![Photo of Imelda Avila, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9e5de58b-4254-4b54-bbbf-87858b134493/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi Everyone, my name is Imelda Avila, and I'm a licensed clinical social worker. I am truly passionate about helping individuals during a difficult period in life. I believe everyone deserves a safe environment to begin healing. I have experience working with a variety of age groups, socioeconomic backgrounds, experiences, and diversity. I have worked with individuals during the hardest time of their life; dealing with end-of-life, new medical diagnosis, depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, crisis intervention, grief/loss, and family dynamics.
Hi Everyone, my name is Imelda Avila, and I'm a licensed clinical social worker. I am truly passionate about helping individuals during a difficult period in life. I believe everyone deserves a safe environment to begin healing. I have experience working with a variety of age groups, socioeconomic backgrounds, experiences, and diversity. I have worked with individuals during the hardest time of their life; dealing with end-of-life, new medical diagnosis, depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, crisis intervention, grief/loss, and family dynamics.
![Photo of Dr. Araksya Arutyunyan, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/79917b15-927d-4c86-ad82-e96b59934f9d/3/320x400.jpeg)
I work with people who process life's challenges differently learn differently and think differently. I will help you discover what works best for you to do better in school/college, work; life in general. Together we will uncover your how you heal best and your strengths. We will figure out how you learn or perform best. We will also work on your weaknesses (memory, attention, focus, anxiety, coping skills, etc.). Contact me if you feel like you could be achieving more in life, but something is holding you back, you feel like you are stuck or if your child/teen struggles in life and school with with everyday tasks and demands.
I work with people who process life's challenges differently learn differently and think differently. I will help you discover what works best for you to do better in school/college, work; life in general. Together we will uncover your how you heal best and your strengths. We will figure out how you learn or perform best. We will also work on your weaknesses (memory, attention, focus, anxiety, coping skills, etc.). Contact me if you feel like you could be achieving more in life, but something is holding you back, you feel like you are stuck or if your child/teen struggles in life and school with with everyday tasks and demands.
![Photo of Jill Drenth, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/49676d9e-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Skilled counseling for first responders & therapists. I help the helpers, like you. Whether you sit with clients all day or are helping people in medical emergencies, your work is hard to leave at work. First responders: your jobs are so high-pressure that most people can’t imagine what you see and do in a day. The shifts are long & hard, your sleep is out of whack, and your spouse complains that you’re more distant and moody all the time. You haven’t felt like yourself in a while, and “sucking it up” is sucking the life out of you. You miss that easygoing person you used to be...and you want to feel in control of your life again.
Skilled counseling for first responders & therapists. I help the helpers, like you. Whether you sit with clients all day or are helping people in medical emergencies, your work is hard to leave at work. First responders: your jobs are so high-pressure that most people can’t imagine what you see and do in a day. The shifts are long & hard, your sleep is out of whack, and your spouse complains that you’re more distant and moody all the time. You haven’t felt like yourself in a while, and “sucking it up” is sucking the life out of you. You miss that easygoing person you used to be...and you want to feel in control of your life again.
![Photo of Rosa Guerrero-Alvarenga, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/62923fcd-eb5b-42a2-a795-c6af69374169/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Rosa Guerrero-Alvarenga, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Los Angeles California working with clients via telehealth. I work with adults, adolescents, children and I specialize in anxiety, trauma, depression, stress due to changes or events. Modalities I use are IPT, TFCBT, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing. I am able to provide therapy in Spanish. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, and children. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, depression, and stress due to changes or events. I am passionate about working with clients to reach their goals and become their better self.
My name is Rosa Guerrero-Alvarenga, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Los Angeles California working with clients via telehealth. I work with adults, adolescents, children and I specialize in anxiety, trauma, depression, stress due to changes or events. Modalities I use are IPT, TFCBT, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing. I am able to provide therapy in Spanish. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, and children. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, depression, and stress due to changes or events. I am passionate about working with clients to reach their goals and become their better self.
![Photo of Sarah De La Cerda, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e8a52c7e-113b-4cd8-96c4-a0a959867534/2/320x400.jpeg)
Sarah De La Cerda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91325 (Online Only)
The hardest part of finding support is often taking the first step - especially when we are overwhelmed. My experience is working with diverse populations including Latina/o/x, Chicana/o/x, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I have supported people with various issues including, with anxiety, depression, caregiver stress, relational issues, social/racial identity, dealing with health conditions, struggling with sleep, the elderly, peripartum and postpartum parents, healthcare workers experiencing burnout. I am passionate about helping individuals transition from thriving to surviving.
The hardest part of finding support is often taking the first step - especially when we are overwhelmed. My experience is working with diverse populations including Latina/o/x, Chicana/o/x, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I have supported people with various issues including, with anxiety, depression, caregiver stress, relational issues, social/racial identity, dealing with health conditions, struggling with sleep, the elderly, peripartum and postpartum parents, healthcare workers experiencing burnout. I am passionate about helping individuals transition from thriving to surviving.
![Photo of Cinthya Islas, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4262974f-30b1-4f95-9b53-bd4ed775cd05/2/320x400.png)
Hi, I'm Cinthya Islas and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My main focus over the last 10 years has been working with individuals who have experienced different types of traumas in their lives. I understand how difficult it may be to talk about the things that impact life in more ways than one, my goal is to create a space where you can explore your feelings and gain insight into how these wounds have impacted your life and hopefully identify the coping skills that work for you to continue on this healing journey.
Hi, I'm Cinthya Islas and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My main focus over the last 10 years has been working with individuals who have experienced different types of traumas in their lives. I understand how difficult it may be to talk about the things that impact life in more ways than one, my goal is to create a space where you can explore your feelings and gain insight into how these wounds have impacted your life and hopefully identify the coping skills that work for you to continue on this healing journey.
![Photo of Joanna Bain, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/34ecb19b-0be0-4bcc-a4be-0e843ea88812/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hello, I am Joanna Bain! I’m a Marriage and Family Therapist committed to helping clients learn how to build healthier relationships. My work focuses on targeting ineffective behaviors, habits, and beliefs around anxiety and depression. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals.
Hello, I am Joanna Bain! I’m a Marriage and Family Therapist committed to helping clients learn how to build healthier relationships. My work focuses on targeting ineffective behaviors, habits, and beliefs around anxiety and depression. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals.
![Photo of Lydia Nicole Silva, MS, AMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6c76036c-1bd8-4658-b3e6-2e2057aeea8c/2/320x400.png)
Lydia Nicole Silva
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91330
Let's be real, none of us have the perfect life, perfect family or perfect attitude at all times- guess what? Me neither! This means I am not fragile, I've been through devastating traumas, the gut wrenching pain of grief and the shakiness of self-doubt. We are all human and we all have different experiences with life. Your unique knowledge including your spirituality, culture and generational awareness can become your superpower to creating, realizing and understanding the world that you live in. Let's talk about it.
Let's be real, none of us have the perfect life, perfect family or perfect attitude at all times- guess what? Me neither! This means I am not fragile, I've been through devastating traumas, the gut wrenching pain of grief and the shakiness of self-doubt. We are all human and we all have different experiences with life. Your unique knowledge including your spirituality, culture and generational awareness can become your superpower to creating, realizing and understanding the world that you live in. Let's talk about it.
![Photo of Frederick Blum, LCP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0640a343-5b98-494d-9596-a339e51f7995/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am Frederick Blum, Ph.D., LMFT. I have been providing therapy to clients since 1988 as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT 23846) and since 2010 as a licensed Psychologist (PSY 23388). I have training and experience using different approaches to help clients resolve and manage anxiety, depression trauma, ADHD, parenting, couples conflicts, and additional problems presented by the clients I have served in therapy. I have successfully worked with children over age 5, teens, and adults. I have treated individuals, families, couples, and groups of various types.
I am Frederick Blum, Ph.D., LMFT. I have been providing therapy to clients since 1988 as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT 23846) and since 2010 as a licensed Psychologist (PSY 23388). I have training and experience using different approaches to help clients resolve and manage anxiety, depression trauma, ADHD, parenting, couples conflicts, and additional problems presented by the clients I have served in therapy. I have successfully worked with children over age 5, teens, and adults. I have treated individuals, families, couples, and groups of various types.
![Photo of Paul Sanchez, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4cd18f69-2573-4ff6-9527-a75e7113ad7b/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Paul Sanchez and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) living in Los Angeles County. I'm licensed in California and aside from working in private practice, have also worked in schools, non-profits, residential, and outpatient addiction programs. As a therapist, I would like to work alongside you in implementing methods to address your stressors. I bring a humanistic and strength-based approach to our work together and incorporate cognitive-behavioral and dialectical-behavioral skills in my practice.
My name is Paul Sanchez and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) living in Los Angeles County. I'm licensed in California and aside from working in private practice, have also worked in schools, non-profits, residential, and outpatient addiction programs. As a therapist, I would like to work alongside you in implementing methods to address your stressors. I bring a humanistic and strength-based approach to our work together and incorporate cognitive-behavioral and dialectical-behavioral skills in my practice.
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Death and divorce catch most of us totally unprepared because we are not taught how to handle loss. We can feel so ill-equipped. Whether your loss is from death of a loved one, divorce or breakup, loss of trust, loss of safety or other meaningful emotional losses, healing is finding new reasons for living. Learn skills and tools to end the pain, isolation and emptiness. Discover healing and joy again.
![Photo of Priscilla Nichols, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a36c9c0c-3140-41cd-a26c-e98a6af7bc4b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hello, I am Priscilla Nichols, LCSW. Life is both beautiful and unspeakably hard. I work with clients and families to discover understanding, healing, and growth. I like to think of my approach to therapy as evidence-based yet flexible/eclectic. I believe that successful therapeutic work is highly dependent on the relational bond between client/therapist. I work to offer a safe and genuine space to know and be known. I explore the past, present, and future within a genuine connection between client/therapist. I am direct yet empathetic.
Hello, I am Priscilla Nichols, LCSW. Life is both beautiful and unspeakably hard. I work with clients and families to discover understanding, healing, and growth. I like to think of my approach to therapy as evidence-based yet flexible/eclectic. I believe that successful therapeutic work is highly dependent on the relational bond between client/therapist. I work to offer a safe and genuine space to know and be known. I explore the past, present, and future within a genuine connection between client/therapist. I am direct yet empathetic.
![Photo of Myrna Isela Aguirre-Bashyam, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6abdf0dc-e3bf-4750-bacb-4d56f93bcc91/3/320x400.jpeg)
Myrna Isela Aguirre-Bashyam
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91325 (Online Only)
Consultas disponibles en español. Are you undergoing a major life transition? A survivor of a traumatic experience? Do you find yourself worrying, irritable or just not the same anymore? You are not alone and you can heal! I offer a free fifteen-minute phone consultation where together we can explore your goals, and hopefully begin your healing journey.My name is Myrna, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I currently provide counseling services to children, adolescents and adults who mostly present with trauma related symptomatology, anxiety and depression.
Consultas disponibles en español. Are you undergoing a major life transition? A survivor of a traumatic experience? Do you find yourself worrying, irritable or just not the same anymore? You are not alone and you can heal! I offer a free fifteen-minute phone consultation where together we can explore your goals, and hopefully begin your healing journey.My name is Myrna, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I currently provide counseling services to children, adolescents and adults who mostly present with trauma related symptomatology, anxiety and depression.
![Photo of Kristin Gratz, LPCC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6e8cbef9-4b10-4d18-8383-edf81135cb86/1/320x400.png)
Hi! I'm Kristin Gratz and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I take a client-centered approach to therapy and believe therapy is a collaborative partnership between the client and the therapist. The focus areas of my practice include: depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, trauma, stress, and panic disorders. I primarily work with adults experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic, interpersonal relationship stress, grief and loss, and trauma.
Hi! I'm Kristin Gratz and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I take a client-centered approach to therapy and believe therapy is a collaborative partnership between the client and the therapist. The focus areas of my practice include: depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, trauma, stress, and panic disorders. I primarily work with adults experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic, interpersonal relationship stress, grief and loss, and trauma.
![Photo of Erica D Carrington, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4db4ad33-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I believe that with the right kind of motivation and support, anyone can make their dreams come true. I would be honored to assist you in navigating your therapeutic journey. I have experience addressing many diverse issues including women matters; depression, anxiety; social phobias; emotional and physical traumas; job/life stress; as well as transitioning to college or a new career and increasing communication skills. I truly enjoy helping people reach their full potentials and dreams. Whatever you are struggling with I am here to help you navigate through it. "Tomorrow Will Be Better"
I believe that with the right kind of motivation and support, anyone can make their dreams come true. I would be honored to assist you in navigating your therapeutic journey. I have experience addressing many diverse issues including women matters; depression, anxiety; social phobias; emotional and physical traumas; job/life stress; as well as transitioning to college or a new career and increasing communication skills. I truly enjoy helping people reach their full potentials and dreams. Whatever you are struggling with I am here to help you navigate through it. "Tomorrow Will Be Better"
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Ashley Jeffries
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324
My name is Ashley Jeffries and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Monterey, California and work with clients state-wide via telehealth. I specialize in working with individuals from a depth psychological orientation, exploring meaning-making, and purpose, and cultivating a sense of identity. I also have expertise in working with individuals with disordered eating, eating disorders, and body image concerns. For the last five years, I've specialized in working with clients with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and challenges around identity and body autonomy.
My name is Ashley Jeffries and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Monterey, California and work with clients state-wide via telehealth. I specialize in working with individuals from a depth psychological orientation, exploring meaning-making, and purpose, and cultivating a sense of identity. I also have expertise in working with individuals with disordered eating, eating disorders, and body image concerns. For the last five years, I've specialized in working with clients with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and challenges around identity and body autonomy.
![Photo of Robert Fragoso, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/57dcd6f6-f94c-4bb1-b3fa-c443fc78870f/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you having a hard time managing relationships, life, and everything in between? It is normal for people to experience hardships in life and difficulties in relationships but it doesn't have to feel like it is unbearable. People need a healthy life, healthy relationships and a healthy mindset. How you grew up and the experiences you lived through have shaped you into who you are today. It is important to take the negative and positive experiences you lived thru and use them to build a stronger, healthier and more resilient you.
Are you having a hard time managing relationships, life, and everything in between? It is normal for people to experience hardships in life and difficulties in relationships but it doesn't have to feel like it is unbearable. People need a healthy life, healthy relationships and a healthy mindset. How you grew up and the experiences you lived through have shaped you into who you are today. It is important to take the negative and positive experiences you lived thru and use them to build a stronger, healthier and more resilient you.
![Photo of Valeh Bahram-Soltani, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8437f23b-06c9-4905-8adb-37b15faaf22c/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am comfortable working with a variety of clients ranging in age and background. I have extensive experience with anxiety, grief, depression, difficulties with the process of divorce, trauma, family difficulties, relationship issues, school issues, difficulties with the military within military families and their unique experiences, and LGBTQ issues.
I am comfortable working with a variety of clients ranging in age and background. I have extensive experience with anxiety, grief, depression, difficulties with the process of divorce, trauma, family difficulties, relationship issues, school issues, difficulties with the military within military families and their unique experiences, and LGBTQ issues.
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Number of Therapists in Northridge, CA
200+
Average cost per session
$160
Therapists in Northridge, CA who prioritize treating:
96% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
80% | Relationship Issues |
80% | Self Esteem |
75% | Trauma and PTSD |
73% | Coping Skills |
73% | Stress |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
80% | Aetna |
78% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
77% | Optum |
How Therapists in Northridge, CA see their clients
75% | In Person and Online | |
25% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |