Expressive Arts Therapists in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

My name is Catherine Nelson, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I listen with my heart and mind. I enjoy helping clients with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and relationship issues. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address symptoms and Psychodynamic Therapy to address the causes. I work with clients who have anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship issues including their relationship with food. I feel comfortable treating individual adults including older adults and their caregivers. I also work with couples.

Our passion is supporting parents to teach them how to dissolve tantrums, manage their impulses and help their children follow instructions quickly and happily? We teach the principles of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and PC-CARE, two protocols researched at UC Davis Children's Hospital that are both nurturing and effective. Parent learn a set of play therapy skills and behavior therapy skills that can bring warmth and peace back to the home. Foster, adoptive and LGBTQ+ families are welcomed and celebrated.

"Are you frustrated with not being heard or validated? Does it seem as though no one understands you, and relationships with others have become more stressful than you would like them to be? Relationships can be complicated! If you want to be heard and grow personally to have a more grounded life and healthier relationships, let me assist you in building connection, becoming calm, reducing stress, and finding your voice."

Are you feeling lost or like you have tried everything you can to support your child but they are still experiencing repeated meltdowns, depression, anxiety, impulsivity, aggression, defiance, or any other challenging behaviors? Then you have come to the right place to take the next steps for you and your family. Challenging behaviors are often the first signal that a child or adolescent needs more support and I can help guide you and your child toward finding strategies to support their well-being and increase their quality of life.

Hello, my name is Vicki Matthews and, I am an M.A. LPCC dual licensed in CA and NM. I focus on guiding my child, teen, and adult clients to be their own agents of change, catering to their needs, and meeting my clients where they are at in life. I focus on realistic and attainable goals working together with my clients to achieve therapeutic wellness, towards improving their daily functioning. My goal is to be a part of the curative process for all my clients.

Our experiences shape who we are. Our identities influence the way we perceive and interact with the world, and the way the world perceives and interacts with us. Navigating the world in my intersectional identity, I understand the importance of providing an intentional and affirming space for folx from marginalized communities. As such, I offer a holistic approach to therapy that addresses the unique needs and identities of my clients. I work with women, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and veteran communities. I also work with individuals who have experienced some form of abuse, trauma, oppression, inequity, or violence.

Have you ever felt overwhelmed with life and just needed someone to talk to. Someone to listen and help you make sense of everything? I specialize in hurting individuals, couples, adolescents and families with an emphasis on depression, anxiety, family dysfunctional strongholds and addictions. Using an Integrative Psychotherapist approach, which means that I utilize a variety of orientations and therapies to address the client's individual needs, I provide therapy from a Biblical worldview. I foster an environment where the client can be comfortable without feeling judged or concerned about confidentiality .

I am a licensed clinical psychologist at Summit Psychological Services. I provide psychological testing to help individuals clarify mental health diagnoses and to aid with treatment recommendations. I provide testing for adult ADHD. I also provide Independent Medical Evaluations and worker’s compensation evaluations. If you have a question about testing, please contact me. I also provide psychosomatic group therapy which focuses on restorative yoga, trauma, and depression.

Hello, I am Sheila Smith; I've been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2000. I genuinely enjoy listening to people's experiences. I learn so much from my clients. I can work with just about anyone, but I especially like young people and the elderly population. My approach to therapy may appear casual, and I hope my clients feel relaxed and comfortable when we're together. I will work with my clients to figure out what will work best for them. I am direct but gentle. I listen much more than I speak in sessions. I work at understanding their lives from their point of view. My clients feel safe and heard with me.

As a queer Latina therapist, I approach my practice through a multicultural lens, aiming to create an affirming space where you can truly be yourself. In my approach to therapy, I deeply value collaboration and centering your needs and experiences. Your unique perspective is at the heart of our work together, guiding us as we journey towards a deeper understanding of your true self.

Clients seek me out sometimes years into trying typical CBT/DBT life-skills therapies. They feel they need something more than self-regulation skills to feel understood, desiring to know themselves on a deeper plane of existence. My depth psychology approach is a soulful dive into Psyche: the Jungian unity of unconscious Dreams, Motivators, and Shadow, -married to your consciously-lived life. When unconscious patterns conflict with our known desires, we become stuck, feeling anxiety, depression, disconnected from ourselves and from humanity. Is it time to embark on a different journey of self-discovery? Schedule a free consultation!

Seeking help is one of the most powerful decisions a person can make. It takes great strength to acknowledge our inner struggles and finally take the next step in receiving help. We all have unique experiences, hardships, and symptoms that impact our daily lives. As an associate marriage and family therapist, my goal is to provide optimal support and care to my clients by creating a safe environment, practicing empathy, and gaining a deeper understanding of the needs of my client. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, or just need someone to talk to, I am here to support you through it all.