Teletherapy for Ridgecrest, CA
Hello! I'm Misty Utter, LMFT 117901. My background is working with couples, young adults, and teens. I enjoy using the DBT or CBT approach. I am also trained is TF-CBT. I look forward to working with you and achieving your goals. My approach to therapy utilizes CBT, Dialectical (DBT), Trauma Focused, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). I have worked with various couples, young adults, and teens who suffer from Anxiety, Borderline Personality, Codependency, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Violence, Grief, Stress, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma and PTSD, Women's Issues, Adolescents/Teens, and Sexual Orientation.
Hello! I'm Misty Utter, LMFT 117901. My background is working with couples, young adults, and teens. I enjoy using the DBT or CBT approach. I am also trained is TF-CBT. I look forward to working with you and achieving your goals. My approach to therapy utilizes CBT, Dialectical (DBT), Trauma Focused, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). I have worked with various couples, young adults, and teens who suffer from Anxiety, Borderline Personality, Codependency, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Violence, Grief, Stress, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma and PTSD, Women's Issues, Adolescents/Teens, and Sexual Orientation.
Cierra J Anderson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, NCC®
Verified Verified
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Cierra Anderson, a Ridgecrest native, is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the Indian Wells Valley. Cierra graduated with Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Community Health from Azusa Pacific University. Most recently, she received a Master’s of Science in Professional Clinical Counseling from Grand Canyon University in 2020.
Cierra Anderson, a Ridgecrest native, is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the Indian Wells Valley. Cierra graduated with Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Community Health from Azusa Pacific University. Most recently, she received a Master’s of Science in Professional Clinical Counseling from Grand Canyon University in 2020.
Therapy can come in many forms and it is important to meet every client where they are on their journey. This can be the first time you are attending therapy or the fifth time. My goal is to create an atmosphere of acceptance where we can collaborate on reaching your personal goals for increased mental health welfare.
Therapy can come in many forms and it is important to meet every client where they are on their journey. This can be the first time you are attending therapy or the fifth time. My goal is to create an atmosphere of acceptance where we can collaborate on reaching your personal goals for increased mental health welfare.
Camille Carter
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ridgecrest, CA 93555 (Online Only)
Hello, I am Camille Carter a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 27 years of experience. Seeking therapy is the best gift you can offer to yourself and to those around you. Together we create goals and develop ways to better manage day-to-day life, relationships and stressors. Therapy is a journey towards healing, growing, and creating a life with more peace, joy, and contentment.
Hello, I am Camille Carter a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 27 years of experience. Seeking therapy is the best gift you can offer to yourself and to those around you. Together we create goals and develop ways to better manage day-to-day life, relationships and stressors. Therapy is a journey towards healing, growing, and creating a life with more peace, joy, and contentment.
Jodi Fiel
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Ridgecrest, CA 93555 (Online Only)
I'm glad you are reaching out for support during difficult times. Therapy can help. With me you will find a safe and affirming environment in which your problems are understood and your own identity is embraced and celebrated; you will feel seen, heard, validated, and supported. I am accepting new clients and offer services statewide via telehealth. I am in-network with Magellan, Blue Shield, Aetna, and Anthem Blue Cross.
I'm glad you are reaching out for support during difficult times. Therapy can help. With me you will find a safe and affirming environment in which your problems are understood and your own identity is embraced and celebrated; you will feel seen, heard, validated, and supported. I am accepting new clients and offer services statewide via telehealth. I am in-network with Magellan, Blue Shield, Aetna, and Anthem Blue Cross.
My name is Dan Banaitis, LMFT specializing in the treatment of anxiety and depression as well as treating adolescents and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I also work with couples, families and provide pre-marital counseling. I work with anxious and depressed clients that are highly motivated to make positive changes in their lives by engaging fully in the therapeutic process. I work with adult clients with ASD experiencing challenges with the social and emotional aspects of life. I am also pursuing certification as a Sex Addiction Specialist (CSAT) and can help clients suffering from sexual addictions.
My name is Dan Banaitis, LMFT specializing in the treatment of anxiety and depression as well as treating adolescents and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I also work with couples, families and provide pre-marital counseling. I work with anxious and depressed clients that are highly motivated to make positive changes in their lives by engaging fully in the therapeutic process. I work with adult clients with ASD experiencing challenges with the social and emotional aspects of life. I am also pursuing certification as a Sex Addiction Specialist (CSAT) and can help clients suffering from sexual addictions.
My name is Sjoekje F. Sasbone, LCSW. I have a process-oriented approach. My clients and I share a space to help them accomplish their goals as a team. My therapeutic orientation is mainly Psychodynamic and Solution Focus. I assist adults with mood and psychotic disorders, interpersonal relationship issues, life adjustment/transitional issues, and LGBTQIA-related issues. I provide an open, accepting & honest environment. From the moment my client steps through the door, we are a team. I rely on the details my clients provide me to reach their goals at a comfortable pace.
My name is Sjoekje F. Sasbone, LCSW. I have a process-oriented approach. My clients and I share a space to help them accomplish their goals as a team. My therapeutic orientation is mainly Psychodynamic and Solution Focus. I assist adults with mood and psychotic disorders, interpersonal relationship issues, life adjustment/transitional issues, and LGBTQIA-related issues. I provide an open, accepting & honest environment. From the moment my client steps through the door, we are a team. I rely on the details my clients provide me to reach their goals at a comfortable pace.
My name is Dr. Scott, and I have been practicing for over 20 years as a clinical. Health, CAM, and Immigration specialist psychologist, and my highest degree earned is my Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology), accompanied by a D.C.H. (Doctor of Clinical Hypnosis) and a doctorate level medical school education (M.D.). I have also studied many other fields. I start with CBT (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy) in treatment and integrate many other empirically based treatment modalities as psychotherapy progresses.
My name is Dr. Scott, and I have been practicing for over 20 years as a clinical. Health, CAM, and Immigration specialist psychologist, and my highest degree earned is my Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology), accompanied by a D.C.H. (Doctor of Clinical Hypnosis) and a doctorate level medical school education (M.D.). I have also studied many other fields. I start with CBT (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy) in treatment and integrate many other empirically based treatment modalities as psychotherapy progresses.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Registered Art Therapist and Certified Eating Disorder Creative Arts Therapist. I provide services to individuals, couples, families and groups in the Central Valley. As a LMFT I have worked with: at risk youth and their families, teens and families facing challenges associated with eating disorders, men and women exploring body image concerns, college students (at all ages and stages of life), couples, people of all ages dealing with anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Registered Art Therapist and Certified Eating Disorder Creative Arts Therapist. I provide services to individuals, couples, families and groups in the Central Valley. As a LMFT I have worked with: at risk youth and their families, teens and families facing challenges associated with eating disorders, men and women exploring body image concerns, college students (at all ages and stages of life), couples, people of all ages dealing with anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns.
My name is AnnMarie Rotan and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in 3 states working with clients via telehealth. I work with adults in all phases of life from college through retirement to identify how to manage barriers keeping them from achieving their best quality of life. My therapeutic approach is holistic based on the needs of every individual which can change as we move through the process together. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy due to its versatility but am comfortable using numerous other approaches as needed.
My name is AnnMarie Rotan and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in 3 states working with clients via telehealth. I work with adults in all phases of life from college through retirement to identify how to manage barriers keeping them from achieving their best quality of life. My therapeutic approach is holistic based on the needs of every individual which can change as we move through the process together. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy due to its versatility but am comfortable using numerous other approaches as needed.
Welcome! My name is Dragana Stijepovic. I have over 21 years of experience in the mental health field. I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of California. Glad to see you are taking steps toward emotional growth, healing, and self-care. It can be frightening and challenging. The clients I work with daily are those with serious health issues with anxiety, phobias, depression, stress, and family issues. We will walk your journey's path together until you are ready to walk it alone. "As you start to walk on the way, the way appears." -Rumi.
Welcome! My name is Dragana Stijepovic. I have over 21 years of experience in the mental health field. I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of California. Glad to see you are taking steps toward emotional growth, healing, and self-care. It can be frightening and challenging. The clients I work with daily are those with serious health issues with anxiety, phobias, depression, stress, and family issues. We will walk your journey's path together until you are ready to walk it alone. "As you start to walk on the way, the way appears." -Rumi.
HI! My name is Elena Gorrow. I enjoy working with older teens (along with parents if appropriate), adults and couples; adults experiencing day-to-day life with changing families, changing careers, and making life plans; and parents who are striving to do what is best for their children despite the challenges they face in their relationship with other key adults in the child's life. This depends on the client's needs. Some clients come into therapy only looking to focus on a single situation and other clients have multiple areas of their life that they want to work on. I offer video telehealth therapy.
HI! My name is Elena Gorrow. I enjoy working with older teens (along with parents if appropriate), adults and couples; adults experiencing day-to-day life with changing families, changing careers, and making life plans; and parents who are striving to do what is best for their children despite the challenges they face in their relationship with other key adults in the child's life. This depends on the client's needs. Some clients come into therapy only looking to focus on a single situation and other clients have multiple areas of their life that they want to work on. I offer video telehealth therapy.
My name is Alexandra Kofsky, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe that human beings possess an innate ability to move toward happiness and health, but sometimes adversity, life transitions, and challenging life experiences can get in the way of leading productive and meaningful lives. My approach as a therapist aims to foster a reparative relationship through collaborative, warm, and interactive sessions. Through the use of several traditional and modern modalities, I work with teens, young adults, and adults, struggling with issues like stress, anxiety, depression, communication, parenting, grief, trauma.
My name is Alexandra Kofsky, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe that human beings possess an innate ability to move toward happiness and health, but sometimes adversity, life transitions, and challenging life experiences can get in the way of leading productive and meaningful lives. My approach as a therapist aims to foster a reparative relationship through collaborative, warm, and interactive sessions. Through the use of several traditional and modern modalities, I work with teens, young adults, and adults, struggling with issues like stress, anxiety, depression, communication, parenting, grief, trauma.
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.