Career Counseling Therapists in Riverside County, CA
At Smart Counseling and Mental Health Center, "Healing Heroes & Homes: Comprehensive Therapy for All" is our commitment. We serve many clients, each with unique stories and challenges. Our clientele includes adults navigating the complexities of life, adolescents seeking their paths, older adults facing age-related emotional issues, and couples working through relationship difficulties. We address diverse needs such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma recovery, grief, substance abuse, life transitions, and couples therapy. Our holistic and tailored approach focuses on individual and collective healing journeys.
At Smart Counseling and Mental Health Center, "Healing Heroes & Homes: Comprehensive Therapy for All" is our commitment. We serve many clients, each with unique stories and challenges. Our clientele includes adults navigating the complexities of life, adolescents seeking their paths, older adults facing age-related emotional issues, and couples working through relationship difficulties. We address diverse needs such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma recovery, grief, substance abuse, life transitions, and couples therapy. Our holistic and tailored approach focuses on individual and collective healing journeys.
My name is Jian Tan, a licensed professional clinical counselor. I hold an active license issued by Board of Behavioral Sciences of California. I am an accomplished and dynamic professional with a master’s degree in counseling and proven experience helping individuals, couples, children, families, and groups. I am a skilled interpersonal communicator able to facilitate conversation and provide a safe and welcoming environment to encourage participation.
My name is Jian Tan, a licensed professional clinical counselor. I hold an active license issued by Board of Behavioral Sciences of California. I am an accomplished and dynamic professional with a master’s degree in counseling and proven experience helping individuals, couples, children, families, and groups. I am a skilled interpersonal communicator able to facilitate conversation and provide a safe and welcoming environment to encourage participation.
Ranela Kaligithi
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92507 (Online Only)
I am a person-centered therapist, so when you step into my "virtual office", there is one thing you can be certain of - you will know and feel that you belong. There are no dumb questions, your story is not too much, and there will never be anything to apologize for. This is a safe space to explore your identity and find support through trauma, grief, anxieties, fears, or relational issues.
I am a person-centered therapist, so when you step into my "virtual office", there is one thing you can be certain of - you will know and feel that you belong. There are no dumb questions, your story is not too much, and there will never be anything to apologize for. This is a safe space to explore your identity and find support through trauma, grief, anxieties, fears, or relational issues.
Dr. Ray Montella provides Individual, Couples, and family Therapy; Clinical Assessments, and Psychological Evaluations for both adults and teens. If you or someone you know is suffering from addiction or a mental health condition and is seeking help, call our team today for a free confidential assessment. My goal is to get you some tools, insight and relief to help alleviate symptoms and get you back to the life you want to live.
Dr. Ray Montella provides Individual, Couples, and family Therapy; Clinical Assessments, and Psychological Evaluations for both adults and teens. If you or someone you know is suffering from addiction or a mental health condition and is seeking help, call our team today for a free confidential assessment. My goal is to get you some tools, insight and relief to help alleviate symptoms and get you back to the life you want to live.
Deren Mikels, LCSW Empowering People to Achieve Their Potential - I have been providing counseling for over 23 years and my private practice has been open in Riverside, CA for the past 22 years. I believe in providing supportive counseling in a non-judgmental environment in which my clients can reach their full potential. I take an open-minded approach to client wellness and consider the client's work life, family traditions, cultural and spiritual beliefs, and sexual identity. I am confident I can help with any issue and have extensive experience with adults, teenagers and children.
Deren Mikels, LCSW Empowering People to Achieve Their Potential - I have been providing counseling for over 23 years and my private practice has been open in Riverside, CA for the past 22 years. I believe in providing supportive counseling in a non-judgmental environment in which my clients can reach their full potential. I take an open-minded approach to client wellness and consider the client's work life, family traditions, cultural and spiritual beliefs, and sexual identity. I am confident I can help with any issue and have extensive experience with adults, teenagers and children.
Lydia J Session
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92505 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and mental health professional with over 8 years of clinical experience providing psychotherapy and recovery-oriented treatment for clients and adult offenders with mental illness, substance addiction, and other behavioral issues/needs. I’m passionate about improving knowledge of mental health and reducing stigma related to mental health. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and mental health professional with over 8 years of clinical experience providing psychotherapy and recovery-oriented treatment for clients and adult offenders with mental illness, substance addiction, and other behavioral issues/needs. I’m passionate about improving knowledge of mental health and reducing stigma related to mental health. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals.
The focus of my work is individually with adult females and adolescents. As a provider, I specialize in women's mental health issues. I believe the therapeutic process should be an integrative and collaborative approach toward healing with the recognition that every person has a unique history. I use empathy, compassion, and a sense of humor to build rapport with clients, and also to support clients in feeling empowered on their journey towards a healing space. I utilize a strength-based and cognitive behavioral approach that will assist in the development of an authentic relationship with myself and others.
The focus of my work is individually with adult females and adolescents. As a provider, I specialize in women's mental health issues. I believe the therapeutic process should be an integrative and collaborative approach toward healing with the recognition that every person has a unique history. I use empathy, compassion, and a sense of humor to build rapport with clients, and also to support clients in feeling empowered on their journey towards a healing space. I utilize a strength-based and cognitive behavioral approach that will assist in the development of an authentic relationship with myself and others.
Nisha Elliott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (Online Only)
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist and have worked in Public Mental Health for 22 years. I have provided individuals therapy, group therapy and have counseled and provide training for couples. I have worked with adults, children and families and train staff to provide techniques that are evidenced based. In my private practice my focus is supporting Married Couples to transform their marriage so that they can build a healthy, sustainable loving relationship and I also support individuals to work toward their best selves, one day at a time one session at a time in order to last a lifetime.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist and have worked in Public Mental Health for 22 years. I have provided individuals therapy, group therapy and have counseled and provide training for couples. I have worked with adults, children and families and train staff to provide techniques that are evidenced based. In my private practice my focus is supporting Married Couples to transform their marriage so that they can build a healthy, sustainable loving relationship and I also support individuals to work toward their best selves, one day at a time one session at a time in order to last a lifetime.
Do you feel the quality of your life could be better? In over 20 years as a psychotherapist, I've developed an open style of communication so you can comfortably put your concerns on the table. Know that you can expect a prompt and informative response should you decide to call. I offer appointment times to fit your schedule, and believe you can leave your therapist's office anticipating positive change. I've raised two children and navigated the joys and challenges of family life. "You already know what you need to know...you just don't know you know it".
Do you feel the quality of your life could be better? In over 20 years as a psychotherapist, I've developed an open style of communication so you can comfortably put your concerns on the table. Know that you can expect a prompt and informative response should you decide to call. I offer appointment times to fit your schedule, and believe you can leave your therapist's office anticipating positive change. I've raised two children and navigated the joys and challenges of family life. "You already know what you need to know...you just don't know you know it".
AAMI Mental Health Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92506 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stress? Struggling with depression? Is your anxiety preventing you from enjoying your life? Life can be difficult and sometimes we just need someone to listen and guide us or offer fresh ideas that could help us reach a level of satisfaction and improve our quality of life. Ideally, someone with motivation, an open mind and eager to invest in their wellbeing and work on themselves to improve their life and experience joy. I understand the difficulties of maintaining a work-life balance so I try to accommodate to my clients' schedules as much as I am able to.
Are you feeling stress? Struggling with depression? Is your anxiety preventing you from enjoying your life? Life can be difficult and sometimes we just need someone to listen and guide us or offer fresh ideas that could help us reach a level of satisfaction and improve our quality of life. Ideally, someone with motivation, an open mind and eager to invest in their wellbeing and work on themselves to improve their life and experience joy. I understand the difficulties of maintaining a work-life balance so I try to accommodate to my clients' schedules as much as I am able to.
I love working with people who know that they want to make a change and are motivated to do so, but don’t know where to start. That’s where I come in. I partner with you to develop tangible solutions to use during and after therapy. I believe in balancing compassion and efficiency, so my therapeutic process tends to be highly focused. Time is valuable and so are our resources. I want to make sure you get the most of our experience together and want you to see the difference that our working relationship can make. I specialize in communication, relationships, depression, and anxiety, so don’t let another day pass. Call me!
I love working with people who know that they want to make a change and are motivated to do so, but don’t know where to start. That’s where I come in. I partner with you to develop tangible solutions to use during and after therapy. I believe in balancing compassion and efficiency, so my therapeutic process tends to be highly focused. Time is valuable and so are our resources. I want to make sure you get the most of our experience together and want you to see the difference that our working relationship can make. I specialize in communication, relationships, depression, and anxiety, so don’t let another day pass. Call me!
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Hello! My name is Erika Brinda. I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 13 years of professional work experience. I love being a therapist and I appreciate the work that I do. I enjoy working with a diverse population and practice therapy with cultural humility. I am accustomed to working with the entire lifespan. I prefer working with adults. I have experience with treating depression, anxiety/panic disorders, trauma, sleep issues, adjustment disorders, divorce and family stressors, and mood disorders.
Hello! My name is Erika Brinda. I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 13 years of professional work experience. I love being a therapist and I appreciate the work that I do. I enjoy working with a diverse population and practice therapy with cultural humility. I am accustomed to working with the entire lifespan. I prefer working with adults. I have experience with treating depression, anxiety/panic disorders, trauma, sleep issues, adjustment disorders, divorce and family stressors, and mood disorders.
Kirby Wohlander, LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), has a broad range of experience that includes working with individuals, couples, and families, in inpatient and outpatient mental health settings, and providing treatment to a wide range of adult clients. During his many years of experience, he has worked in multiple human service settings, is familiar with the challenges presented by: military life, developmental and other disabilities, being a worker or manager in a complex organization, raising a family, balancing work and family, and substance use.
Kirby Wohlander, LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), has a broad range of experience that includes working with individuals, couples, and families, in inpatient and outpatient mental health settings, and providing treatment to a wide range of adult clients. During his many years of experience, he has worked in multiple human service settings, is familiar with the challenges presented by: military life, developmental and other disabilities, being a worker or manager in a complex organization, raising a family, balancing work and family, and substance use.
Hello, I'm Tracy Taris. Welcome. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who offers hope and healing to my clients. I offer couples, individual, and family counseling. My specialty populations include Entertainment Industry People and other Creatives, Christians, and people in need of empowerment. I treat creative blocks, communication issues, stress, panic and other anxiety disorders, and sleep disorders. I also specialize in women's, spirituality, relationship, and mind/body issues.
Hello, I'm Tracy Taris. Welcome. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who offers hope and healing to my clients. I offer couples, individual, and family counseling. My specialty populations include Entertainment Industry People and other Creatives, Christians, and people in need of empowerment. I treat creative blocks, communication issues, stress, panic and other anxiety disorders, and sleep disorders. I also specialize in women's, spirituality, relationship, and mind/body issues.
Colleen Shelton Ifs Certified
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, IFS Cer
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Corona, CA 92881
I've had the privilege of working with many types of individuals and couples, all of whom have had their own unique obstacles in life. These obstacles may come and go like passing storms or they may feel like a constant undertow that threatens to consume at any moment. I believe it is through the therapeutic process that we can identify whether you are experiencing a storm or a life long undercurrent and together we will chart a new course toward emotional health and becoming relationally strong.
I've had the privilege of working with many types of individuals and couples, all of whom have had their own unique obstacles in life. These obstacles may come and go like passing storms or they may feel like a constant undertow that threatens to consume at any moment. I believe it is through the therapeutic process that we can identify whether you are experiencing a storm or a life long undercurrent and together we will chart a new course toward emotional health and becoming relationally strong.
Hello, I am Philip Beitel, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California since 1977. I approach my practice with a passion and commitment to the welfare and progress of my clients. You are walking a unique path in this life, and I will be your ally, guide, and your coach as we progress according to your wishes, goals, and aspirations. Young adults in transition comprised most of my practice. I have worked extensively with active duty military overseas. We are all works in progress, so my role is to help guide your progress to a meaningful and gratifying destination.
Hello, I am Philip Beitel, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California since 1977. I approach my practice with a passion and commitment to the welfare and progress of my clients. You are walking a unique path in this life, and I will be your ally, guide, and your coach as we progress according to your wishes, goals, and aspirations. Young adults in transition comprised most of my practice. I have worked extensively with active duty military overseas. We are all works in progress, so my role is to help guide your progress to a meaningful and gratifying destination.
A Healing Light Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Indian Wells, CA 92210
Life has its struggles and at times we need someone other than a family member or friend to talk to. I use various types of approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, a strength based and integrative approach. Extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, stress management, pain management and chronic illness. I am a bilingual (Spanish) LMFT and have worked in the field for over 15 years. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults with different backgrounds and orientations.
Life has its struggles and at times we need someone other than a family member or friend to talk to. I use various types of approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, a strength based and integrative approach. Extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, stress management, pain management and chronic illness. I am a bilingual (Spanish) LMFT and have worked in the field for over 15 years. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults with different backgrounds and orientations.
In your journey, perhaps you have discovered that the roots of your disharmony are not identified. Would you would like to gain insight toward become aware of the underlying causes of your problematic issues – towards recovering your authentic self? I would be honored to help you discover for yourself the vital components to authentic healing. I would like to include here a note to our modern-day warriors – today’s public servants. I am speaking to those individuals who must daily share, up close, the pain of others – our first responders - nurses, paramedics, law enforcement, military, and all those who serve the public.
In your journey, perhaps you have discovered that the roots of your disharmony are not identified. Would you would like to gain insight toward become aware of the underlying causes of your problematic issues – towards recovering your authentic self? I would be honored to help you discover for yourself the vital components to authentic healing. I would like to include here a note to our modern-day warriors – today’s public servants. I am speaking to those individuals who must daily share, up close, the pain of others – our first responders - nurses, paramedics, law enforcement, military, and all those who serve the public.
Esbeide Garcia-Mondragon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Menifee, CA 92586
Schedule a consultation at www.calendly.com/egarciamond . Therapy should provide a safe space that promotes wellness and healing. I am a holistic and client-centered therapist, which means that I work with clients' strengths and collaboratively. I enjoy working with Children, Adolescents, Parents, and Adults. I am Nationality Certified in Trauma-Focused Behavioral Therapy and Triple P Positive Parenting Program. If you are a new mom, a burnout parent, a college student, or an adult going through some challenging transitions. I am here to support, provide solutions, and encourage daily health practices to cope with life stressors.
Schedule a consultation at www.calendly.com/egarciamond . Therapy should provide a safe space that promotes wellness and healing. I am a holistic and client-centered therapist, which means that I work with clients' strengths and collaboratively. I enjoy working with Children, Adolescents, Parents, and Adults. I am Nationality Certified in Trauma-Focused Behavioral Therapy and Triple P Positive Parenting Program. If you are a new mom, a burnout parent, a college student, or an adult going through some challenging transitions. I am here to support, provide solutions, and encourage daily health practices to cope with life stressors.
Chad W Petties
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Moreno Valley, CA 92553 (Online Only)
I am a highly accomplished Licensed, Marriage, and Family Therapist with over 28 years of experience in managing challenging behaviors and helping individuals with ongoing significant social/emotional skill deficits, and/or mental health needs. Along with working with youth from many cultures and economic backgrounds, I also have over 20 years’ experience supervising and managing adults in the education field. My years of experience working for school districts, private practice settings, group homes and currently as a mental health administrator provide clients with a clinician who has a broad range of experience.
I am a highly accomplished Licensed, Marriage, and Family Therapist with over 28 years of experience in managing challenging behaviors and helping individuals with ongoing significant social/emotional skill deficits, and/or mental health needs. Along with working with youth from many cultures and economic backgrounds, I also have over 20 years’ experience supervising and managing adults in the education field. My years of experience working for school districts, private practice settings, group homes and currently as a mental health administrator provide clients with a clinician who has a broad range of experience.
