Female Therapists in Ramona, Riverside, CA

When was the last time you really thought about your life, your story? If you have lost yourself in the busyness of life and are exhausted from playing a role, If you lost sense of who you really are or are not enjoying life and relationships the way you want to, I can help. I am a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT 118127) and Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC 7571) and I provide counseling to teens, adults, families, and couples. My approach to counseling is a humanistic one that helps you gain awareness of patterns that are no longer suiting you.

My name is Sylvia Guzman, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I work with adults, over the age of 18 and specialize in depression and anxiety. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered therapy. I start where the client is and assist with moving forward to a happier and healthier path. I work with adults starting at age 18. I am able to assist with life stressors and inner difficulties due to past experiences. This causes much depression and anxiety. Together, the client and I identify the causes of these feelings and work together to build skills to resolve the issues and begin to move forward in life.

I am on a quest to fulfill my purpose by helping others. My goal is to help those who want to be helped to obtain a better version of themselves and reach goals once thought impossible. I collaborate and provide evidence-based care to individuals, children 8 and above, teenagers, families, and couples. As a LMFT, systematic approaches will be utilized to explore the influence people and environments have effected your life.

If you or your child are struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, adjustment issues, trauma, grief and loss, or low self-esteem I can help. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 12 years of experience in the field.

I believe therapy to be an approach that heals the soul. I encourage a caring and accepting environment in which the therapist-client relationship is a key aspect of the healing process. My ideal client is one who wishes to grow and heal through the process of personal exploration, skill development and commitment to their healing journey.I have experience treating individuals with emotional challenges such as depression, anxiety, panic, and relational issues through the use of short-term CBT and (long-term) insight oriented therapy like Existential and Psychodynamic therapy.

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.

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience in working with children, adolescents, families, couples, and adults across a wide array of issues and settings. I graduated from the University of La Verne with an M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2000 and have worked in outpatient, school, private practice, residential, and other community-based settings over the course of my career.

My name is Emmalee Norris and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I enjoy helping individuals work through changes in life and learning new strategies to overcome struggles that occur in times of uncertainty. I appreciate genuine relationships and conversations with clients and do my best to mirror that. My history of experience with clients include severe mental illness, legal concerns, substance use challenges, personality disorders, anxiety and mood disorders and more.

Hello! My name is Ann Hodgdon, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I view all clients as individuals and work with you to identify your areas of focus and your personal goals. I generally utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I love working with adults from all backgrounds. My experience in a variety of Mental Health settings has given me a unique perspective. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 25 years and have worked extensively with individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic mental illness, and addiction.

Goal setting is critical in the therapy process. I collaboratively create goals with my clients, because I am working with them to achieve these goals. If a client has several difficulties and feels overwhelmed by their goals, then I will help them to identify an overarching goal or a goal to target, that we can work on together.

Hello! My name is Lexi Nicodemus, LMFT and I am so excited to have you here. I understand how vulnerable asking for help and coming to therapy can be and I am thankful you have trusted me to go alongside your journey. I got my undergraduate in Child Development with a minor in Counseling and I got my master's degree in counseling. I specialize in eating disorders, anxiety, and OCD however, I have experience with working with a plethora of other diagnoses.

Hello, my name is Dr. Joanne Barba, and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. I am passionate about mental health and providing accessible and quality mental health care. My goal is to provide a safe space for individuals to begin the healing process as well as their journey to grow and learn. My approach is collaborative, one where support is key. I have worked across many different settings and with varying presentations/symptoms. Throughout my professional experience, I have worked with couples, families, individuals with severe mental illness, and transitional-age youth.

Welcome! My name is Shannon Saltzman, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of clinical social work experience and over 20 years in the field of social work, I specialize in treating adults and older adults. As a therapist, I provide a warm, supportive, empathetic, non-judgemental, safe space for healing and recovery. I help clients move through whatever it is they may be struggling with and help them develop coping tools that they can continue to use beyond our time together.

Hello, my name is Sophia Burton. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 14 years of experience. My approach to therapy is to provide you with emotional support as you navigate the challenges of life. In a non-judgmental and compassionate space, we will explore your strengths, challenges, and patterns of behavior. We will identify where you would like to make changes and will set goals to work toward those changes. Every person is unique and for this reason, my preferred approach to working with individuals is Eclectic Therapy.

My name is Becky Rau, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I am also a student, working on my doctorate in Clinical Psychology and enjoy bringing the latest in research to share with my patients into the therapy session. I specialize in addiction, trauma, and grief, although, I am trained and enjoy helping people who are suffering from stress, anxiety, depression, and other concerns. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Family Systems.

My name is Julie Hernandez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Fresno, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adult individuals and specialize in anxiety, depression, and stress, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength Based, and Trauma-focused to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults who may be dealing with challenges of life stressors and difficult situations. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, and stress.

I am a true believer that it takes a village to make it in this world. However, many people don’t have that in their lives and need guidance and support from outside sources, which I have done for over 20 years as a psychotherapist and community leader. Counseling individuals, families, and marriages, I help resolve conflicts, identify patterns of symptoms, strengthen relationships, pursue new adventures, and increase self-awareness. Through the therapeutic bond, clients have an opportunity to trust me and create a deeper relationship with themselves.