Therapists in Riverbank, CA
Hi! I’m Sim and I’ve been in the field of psychology for over 10 years. I understand that the path to mental wellness can be a challenging one. However, I also believe that it is attainable. Mental well-being is a journey, not a destination and I’ve assisted many clients on that journey. I have experience with both adults and adolescents, and I utilize a variety of strategies including cognitive-behavioral techniques, client-centered work, solution-focused therapy, and relational/psychodynamic techniques.
Hi! I’m Sim and I’ve been in the field of psychology for over 10 years. I understand that the path to mental wellness can be a challenging one. However, I also believe that it is attainable. Mental well-being is a journey, not a destination and I’ve assisted many clients on that journey. I have experience with both adults and adolescents, and I utilize a variety of strategies including cognitive-behavioral techniques, client-centered work, solution-focused therapy, and relational/psychodynamic techniques.
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As an eclectic therapist utilizing a combination of cognitive, behavioral, and play therapy approaches, I assist clients in discovering and developing resources within themselves and their community. By walking alongside clients, together we are able to identify, confront, and make life changes in your journey of life. My counseling experience includes individuals, couples, families, and group counseling of all age groups. My training includes experience in community-based counseling service organizations, group home environments, private schools, military communities both stateside and overseas, and private practice.
As an eclectic therapist utilizing a combination of cognitive, behavioral, and play therapy approaches, I assist clients in discovering and developing resources within themselves and their community. By walking alongside clients, together we are able to identify, confront, and make life changes in your journey of life. My counseling experience includes individuals, couples, families, and group counseling of all age groups. My training includes experience in community-based counseling service organizations, group home environments, private schools, military communities both stateside and overseas, and private practice.
Kimberly Yantuche-Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oakdale, CA 95361
My name is Kimberly Yantuche-Hernandez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in anxiety, panic attacks, mood disorders, stress, depression, trauma, behavioral issues, anger and impulse control, relationship problems, and self-esteem issues by utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Managing and Adaptive Practice (MAP), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and play therapy.
My name is Kimberly Yantuche-Hernandez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in anxiety, panic attacks, mood disorders, stress, depression, trauma, behavioral issues, anger and impulse control, relationship problems, and self-esteem issues by utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Managing and Adaptive Practice (MAP), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and play therapy.
Hi and great job taking the first step! My name is Jozalynne Ray, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I specialize in supporting individuals, couples, and families struggling with anxiety/stress, major life changes, trauma, depression, anger, relationship problems, and family conflict utilizing the best therapeutic approach for your situation and preferences. I believe therapy should be a safe space where the therapist's role is to serve as a compassionate facilitator who listens without judgement and acknowledges the experiences of those they serve.
Hi and great job taking the first step! My name is Jozalynne Ray, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I specialize in supporting individuals, couples, and families struggling with anxiety/stress, major life changes, trauma, depression, anger, relationship problems, and family conflict utilizing the best therapeutic approach for your situation and preferences. I believe therapy should be a safe space where the therapist's role is to serve as a compassionate facilitator who listens without judgement and acknowledges the experiences of those they serve.
My name is Jay (they/them), and I am a trauma psychotherapist focusing on issues including eating disorders, severe emotion dysregulation problems, self-harm, chronic suicidality, sexual assault, military sexual assault, personality disorders, severe anxiety/mood disorders, substance use disorders, and PTSD.
My name is Jay (they/them), and I am a trauma psychotherapist focusing on issues including eating disorders, severe emotion dysregulation problems, self-harm, chronic suicidality, sexual assault, military sexual assault, personality disorders, severe anxiety/mood disorders, substance use disorders, and PTSD.
My name is Jessica Davis and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am extensively trained in DBT and CBT and experienced in working on anxiety reduction and building coping skills. I work with a range of individuals, couples, families, and children. I welcome all sexual and gender identities, making LGBTIAQ+ affirming space a priority in my diverse practice. My primary work is rooted in anxiety reduction/management and mindfulness training. With my extensive training in DBT, my competencies expand to Borderline Personality disorder, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.
My name is Jessica Davis and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am extensively trained in DBT and CBT and experienced in working on anxiety reduction and building coping skills. I work with a range of individuals, couples, families, and children. I welcome all sexual and gender identities, making LGBTIAQ+ affirming space a priority in my diverse practice. My primary work is rooted in anxiety reduction/management and mindfulness training. With my extensive training in DBT, my competencies expand to Borderline Personality disorder, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.
My name is Celia Fang and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist and School Counselor based in Los Angeles, California. For the past 10 years, I have worked primarily with children & families in school settings as well as the home and telehealth for behavioral support and psychotherapy.
My name is Celia Fang and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist and School Counselor based in Los Angeles, California. For the past 10 years, I have worked primarily with children & families in school settings as well as the home and telehealth for behavioral support and psychotherapy.
Hi, my name is Karina Barela. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in southern California. I work with people ages 18 and above and am excited to work with clients throughout the state of California via telehealth. My approach to therapy is tailored to your unique needs. I utilize a variety of client centered approaches but most commonly use Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) and psychodynamic talk therapy.
Hi, my name is Karina Barela. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in southern California. I work with people ages 18 and above and am excited to work with clients throughout the state of California via telehealth. My approach to therapy is tailored to your unique needs. I utilize a variety of client centered approaches but most commonly use Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) and psychodynamic talk therapy.
I am a father, son, husband, and friend. A key principle that I try to hold myself to is to refrain from judgment so that I am most able to help those around me in whatever ways I am able. I have a wealth of experience in social services in a variety of different capacities including working with children and adolescents, couples, and individuals with a broad scope of challenges. I hope to provide services that fit the needs of my clients in a respectful environment while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
I am a father, son, husband, and friend. A key principle that I try to hold myself to is to refrain from judgment so that I am most able to help those around me in whatever ways I am able. I have a wealth of experience in social services in a variety of different capacities including working with children and adolescents, couples, and individuals with a broad scope of challenges. I hope to provide services that fit the needs of my clients in a respectful environment while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
Life can be difficult, and we can all use some support sometimes. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe place where we can collaboratively develop goals that are important to you. I have experience working with people who are facing depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship struggles, trauma symptoms, grief, and more. My approach involves integrating evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, and ACT. Additionally, Mindfulness and attention paid to relevant past experiences/relationships can also be helpful. Together we can determine a path that makes sense to you as the client.
Life can be difficult, and we can all use some support sometimes. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe place where we can collaboratively develop goals that are important to you. I have experience working with people who are facing depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship struggles, trauma symptoms, grief, and more. My approach involves integrating evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, and ACT. Additionally, Mindfulness and attention paid to relevant past experiences/relationships can also be helpful. Together we can determine a path that makes sense to you as the client.
Hi, my name is Julelisa Beltran. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about supporting others through life's challenges. Together we will create goals to help you overcome internal struggles and to experience healing and growth in your life. I have experience working with children and adolescents who struggle with anxiety and depression, PTSD, victims of abuse (e.g., child abuse, witnessed a crime or domestic violence), behavioral concerns associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Conduct Disorder, and Emotional Disturbance.
Hi, my name is Julelisa Beltran. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about supporting others through life's challenges. Together we will create goals to help you overcome internal struggles and to experience healing and growth in your life. I have experience working with children and adolescents who struggle with anxiety and depression, PTSD, victims of abuse (e.g., child abuse, witnessed a crime or domestic violence), behavioral concerns associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Conduct Disorder, and Emotional Disturbance.
My name is Christian Romero, I have been in the field of psychology for over 20 years. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is building a strong therapeutic relationship that allows individuals to process, heal and make safer healthier choices for themselves and their families. I have experience working with adults and children from ages 8-59 y.o. experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. My approaches are CBT, Solution Focused, Strength-Based, and Client-Centered.
My name is Christian Romero, I have been in the field of psychology for over 20 years. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is building a strong therapeutic relationship that allows individuals to process, heal and make safer healthier choices for themselves and their families. I have experience working with adults and children from ages 8-59 y.o. experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. My approaches are CBT, Solution Focused, Strength-Based, and Client-Centered.
Hello, my name is Brionna Kirkendoll, and I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, CA. I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I specialize in working with children and teens who are experiencing anxiety, stress, grief, depression, difficulties with life transitions and peer relationships. I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for children and teens who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and social pressures. I give praise and support to my clients as they learn and help them understand they are not alone.
Hello, my name is Brionna Kirkendoll, and I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, CA. I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I specialize in working with children and teens who are experiencing anxiety, stress, grief, depression, difficulties with life transitions and peer relationships. I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for children and teens who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and social pressures. I give praise and support to my clients as they learn and help them understand they are not alone.
Dr. Ayesha Christina Paige Hunter
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Modesto, CA 95350
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Currently Accepting New Patients. Trained in EMDR and BSP. I specialize in working with people of color and all others who need support. I also come from a Christian perspective, although I am open to working with people from all backgrounds. I have been formerly trained in trauma-informed practices and I am a Certified WRAP Facilitator. I sincerely care about helping people overcome their tragedies and I whole-heartedly support recovery from trauma, addictions, and life experiences that could potentially provide setbacks. I believe the saying, "A setback is a setup for a comeback!"
Currently Accepting New Patients. Trained in EMDR and BSP. I specialize in working with people of color and all others who need support. I also come from a Christian perspective, although I am open to working with people from all backgrounds. I have been formerly trained in trauma-informed practices and I am a Certified WRAP Facilitator. I sincerely care about helping people overcome their tragedies and I whole-heartedly support recovery from trauma, addictions, and life experiences that could potentially provide setbacks. I believe the saying, "A setback is a setup for a comeback!"
Hi! My name is Lynn Shim and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who works with clients in California via telehealth. I believe that therapy can provide a safe space for growth, healing, and understanding. I am a compassionate and non-judgmental support who collaborates with you to help reach your goals and strengthen your self-worth. I also focus on empowering you toward greater self-identity in the midst of cultural differences, family influences, and intergenerational trauma.
Hi! My name is Lynn Shim and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who works with clients in California via telehealth. I believe that therapy can provide a safe space for growth, healing, and understanding. I am a compassionate and non-judgmental support who collaborates with you to help reach your goals and strengthen your self-worth. I also focus on empowering you toward greater self-identity in the midst of cultural differences, family influences, and intergenerational trauma.
I focus on healing the wounds that have created internal negative "stories" about ourselves and the world to help people reconnect with their original creative, powerful, loving selves. Clients learn stress reduction and self-nurturing techniques to support themselves on the journey through processing trauma and throughout their lives. As clients heal from the past, they then learn new ways to communicate and interact effectively with others and to create the lives they wish to live.
I focus on healing the wounds that have created internal negative "stories" about ourselves and the world to help people reconnect with their original creative, powerful, loving selves. Clients learn stress reduction and self-nurturing techniques to support themselves on the journey through processing trauma and throughout their lives. As clients heal from the past, they then learn new ways to communicate and interact effectively with others and to create the lives they wish to live.
My name is Diana Mandujano, I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and a Certified Hypnotherapist offering online services in English and Spanish. My specialty is working with children, adolescents, adults, and parents who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, and PTSD. My work involves compassion, humor, empathy, and authenticity. I work from a strengths-based and multicultural lens and integrate mindfulness, creativity, EMDR, Brainspotting, Hypnosis, Solution-Focused, CBT, and Spirituality.
My name is Diana Mandujano, I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and a Certified Hypnotherapist offering online services in English and Spanish. My specialty is working with children, adolescents, adults, and parents who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, and PTSD. My work involves compassion, humor, empathy, and authenticity. I work from a strengths-based and multicultural lens and integrate mindfulness, creativity, EMDR, Brainspotting, Hypnosis, Solution-Focused, CBT, and Spirituality.
My name is Shanette Williams, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working in Oakdale, CA. I have been providing psychotherapy for over 17 years. I have a passion for working with Children, Adolescents and Families. I have spent my career working with Trauma around such topics as: Sexual Abuse, Child abuse, Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence. I am also trained in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and Grief and Loss.
My name is Shanette Williams, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working in Oakdale, CA. I have been providing psychotherapy for over 17 years. I have a passion for working with Children, Adolescents and Families. I have spent my career working with Trauma around such topics as: Sexual Abuse, Child abuse, Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence. I am also trained in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and Grief and Loss.
Welcome! I'm Nicki Bywater, LMFT 39487 (CA). I work with adults and older teens. I tailor my approach toward what works best for you! I'd be happy to work with you in online therapy in the near future. I enjoy working with all types of ages and genders, both male, female, LGBTQI, and Veterans. I prefer ages 13-Seniors and usually work with individuals and include caregivers when treating minors. I have spent over twenty years treating anxiety, depression, trauma, adoption and foster care, grief and loss, relationship, and gender issues.
Welcome! I'm Nicki Bywater, LMFT 39487 (CA). I work with adults and older teens. I tailor my approach toward what works best for you! I'd be happy to work with you in online therapy in the near future. I enjoy working with all types of ages and genders, both male, female, LGBTQI, and Veterans. I prefer ages 13-Seniors and usually work with individuals and include caregivers when treating minors. I have spent over twenty years treating anxiety, depression, trauma, adoption and foster care, grief and loss, relationship, and gender issues.
Hello, my name is Larrell Dillihunt, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been practicing therapy for 10 years. I enjoy helping the client reach their full potential by utilizing coping strategies that promote self-improvement through mental health awareness and positive wellbeing. I am here to support, listen, and help each client work through their difficulties.
Hello, my name is Larrell Dillihunt, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been practicing therapy for 10 years. I enjoy helping the client reach their full potential by utilizing coping strategies that promote self-improvement through mental health awareness and positive wellbeing. I am here to support, listen, and help each client work through their difficulties.
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Play Therapy
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.