Family Therapy in Sacramento, CA
My Specialties include Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions, Relationships ( family therapy), Blended families, Co-parenting, Stress management, Trauma and PTSD.
Welcome! I specialize in providing integrative, holistic psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families from diverse social and cultural backgrounds. I am skilled in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, career/life transitions and many more. I draw upon a variety of therapeutic modalities and provide a combination of support, best practices and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems.
My Specialties include Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions, Relationships ( family therapy), Blended families, Co-parenting, Stress management, Trauma and PTSD.
Welcome! I specialize in providing integrative, holistic psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families from diverse social and cultural backgrounds. I am skilled in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, career/life transitions and many more. I draw upon a variety of therapeutic modalities and provide a combination of support, best practices and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems.
Hi! I'm Christina Harner, a licensed marriage and family therapist. I'm also an active-duty military spouse and a veteran myself. believe therapy works for those that want to make change. I have worked extensively with couples dealing with domestic violence, cultural concerns, work-life balance, and military communities. I typically work with adults (over 18) that experience anxiety, depression, and stress due to relationship issues, work-life balance (or lack of), and family issues. As a parent (and one of 9 siblings) I relate well to the complex dynamics in merging family life and work life.
Hi! I'm Christina Harner, a licensed marriage and family therapist. I'm also an active-duty military spouse and a veteran myself. believe therapy works for those that want to make change. I have worked extensively with couples dealing with domestic violence, cultural concerns, work-life balance, and military communities. I typically work with adults (over 18) that experience anxiety, depression, and stress due to relationship issues, work-life balance (or lack of), and family issues. As a parent (and one of 9 siblings) I relate well to the complex dynamics in merging family life and work life.
When we remarry, it is with the hope that our family will be whole again.
Nothing is more difficult than relationships. And nothing means more to you. All of us are hard-wired to be in relationship, to care for and be cared for by others. But what do you do when differences lead to never-ending battles because you never get close to the real issues? Or when withdrawal leads to resentments that are never addressed at all. I would like to help you remember your strengths that brought you together in the first place, feel relief as you share what is important to you, and appreciate each other's differences, which may really be a strength.
When we remarry, it is with the hope that our family will be whole again.
Nothing is more difficult than relationships. And nothing means more to you. All of us are hard-wired to be in relationship, to care for and be cared for by others. But what do you do when differences lead to never-ending battles because you never get close to the real issues? Or when withdrawal leads to resentments that are never addressed at all. I would like to help you remember your strengths that brought you together in the first place, feel relief as you share what is important to you, and appreciate each other's differences, which may really be a strength.
We offer an Intensive Day Treatment Program in addition to indivdual, group, and family therapy.
The Anxiety Treatment Center is located in Sacramento, California and specializes in treating anxiety and related disorders. We provide individualized treatment plans recognizing that symptoms can vary from person to person, and also in the intensity, and impact on one’s life. We believe in an integrative approach looking at the role of biological, medical, psychological and social aspects of these disorders. We provide exceptionally knowledgeable and experienced staff who are compassionate and sensitive to each individuals needs, offering treatment services to children, adolescents, and adults.
We offer an Intensive Day Treatment Program in addition to indivdual, group, and family therapy.
The Anxiety Treatment Center is located in Sacramento, California and specializes in treating anxiety and related disorders. We provide individualized treatment plans recognizing that symptoms can vary from person to person, and also in the intensity, and impact on one’s life. We believe in an integrative approach looking at the role of biological, medical, psychological and social aspects of these disorders. We provide exceptionally knowledgeable and experienced staff who are compassionate and sensitive to each individuals needs, offering treatment services to children, adolescents, and adults.
Hello, I am Yvette Wilhite, a Licensed Marriage, and Family Therapist, based in Sacramento, California, where I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-based techniques. With a client-centered approach, I prioritize creating a safe and empathetic space to explore and address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress management. My goal is to empower clients to develop coping skills, foster resilience, and achieve greater well-being and fulfillment.
Hello, I am Yvette Wilhite, a Licensed Marriage, and Family Therapist, based in Sacramento, California, where I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-based techniques. With a client-centered approach, I prioritize creating a safe and empathetic space to explore and address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress management. My goal is to empower clients to develop coping skills, foster resilience, and achieve greater well-being and fulfillment.
I specialize in couples work, family issues, affairs, polyamory, sex, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and LGBTQ+ populations.
Thank you for taking the time to read my page. I have a private practice downtown Davis focusing on relationships, families, marriage therapy, non-monogamy, and sex therapy. I also offer a collaborative and supportive partnership in addressing relationship trauma, challenges with sex, and sexual trauma. In addition to working with adults, I enjoy working with adolescents experiencing stress and anxiety. I am also involved in cutting edge psychotherapy practices such as psychedelic integrative therapy. My practice includes individual therapy, brief and long-term therapy, sex therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples.
I specialize in couples work, family issues, affairs, polyamory, sex, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and LGBTQ+ populations.
Thank you for taking the time to read my page. I have a private practice downtown Davis focusing on relationships, families, marriage therapy, non-monogamy, and sex therapy. I also offer a collaborative and supportive partnership in addressing relationship trauma, challenges with sex, and sexual trauma. In addition to working with adults, I enjoy working with adolescents experiencing stress and anxiety. I am also involved in cutting edge psychotherapy practices such as psychedelic integrative therapy. My practice includes individual therapy, brief and long-term therapy, sex therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples.
Debra McJimsey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSc
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95864
I specialize adoption issues, including counseling adult adoptees, birthparents, adoptive parents and adoptive children including attachment, adjustment, unplanned pregnancy, multiracial family building, and managing stress due to waiting and uncertainties of the adoption process.
Now offering Ketamine Assisted Therapy in partnership with Journey Clinical. -Are you looking for a therapist that is a good fit for you? Searching for the right therapist is challenging! This information may give you a sense of what it would be like to work together. I offer a free zoom consultation, and offer excellent referrals if I am not the right fit for your particular circumstance. I work with individuals and couples and children on a wide range of issues including anxiety, perfectionism, support through life-transitions or re-connecting/ rekindling loving feelings.
I specialize adoption issues, including counseling adult adoptees, birthparents, adoptive parents and adoptive children including attachment, adjustment, unplanned pregnancy, multiracial family building, and managing stress due to waiting and uncertainties of the adoption process.
Now offering Ketamine Assisted Therapy in partnership with Journey Clinical. -Are you looking for a therapist that is a good fit for you? Searching for the right therapist is challenging! This information may give you a sense of what it would be like to work together. I offer a free zoom consultation, and offer excellent referrals if I am not the right fit for your particular circumstance. I work with individuals and couples and children on a wide range of issues including anxiety, perfectionism, support through life-transitions or re-connecting/ rekindling loving feelings.
Leslie is a member of SASH (Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health); IITAP (International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals); AASECT (American Association of Sexuality, Educators, Counselors, and Therapists) and CAMFT (California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists).
Leslie earned a B.A. degree with honors in Sociology and Political Science in 1986 and in 1996 completed a Master's in Education with a specialty in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of San Francisco. Since 1998 she has offered cutting edge and integrative therapy to clients in her private practice-New Bridge Counseling Services. In 2005 she became the Executive Director of LifeSTAR Sacramento Counseling Agency bringing the LifeSTAR network program to the greater Sacramento area.
Leslie is a member of SASH (Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health); IITAP (International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals); AASECT (American Association of Sexuality, Educators, Counselors, and Therapists) and CAMFT (California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists).
Leslie earned a B.A. degree with honors in Sociology and Political Science in 1986 and in 1996 completed a Master's in Education with a specialty in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of San Francisco. Since 1998 she has offered cutting edge and integrative therapy to clients in her private practice-New Bridge Counseling Services. In 2005 she became the Executive Director of LifeSTAR Sacramento Counseling Agency bringing the LifeSTAR network program to the greater Sacramento area.
Sabrena Swain
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95829
I specialize in working with first responders and their families. I have been married to a retired Sheriff's Sergeant for 30 years and have experienced all that comes with it, from shift work and parenting on opposite schedules to getting the call that he was injured and rushing to the hospital. I have extensive training in trauma and Critical Incident Stress Management as well as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) all of which help me understand the impact the job has on the first responder as well as the family and the tools that will help reduce the effects for both.
I specialize in working with first responders and their families. I have been married to a retired Sheriff's Sergeant for 30 years and have experienced all that comes with it, from shift work and parenting on opposite schedules to getting the call that he was injured and rushing to the hospital. I have extensive training in trauma and Critical Incident Stress Management as well as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) all of which help me understand the impact the job has on the first responder as well as the family and the tools that will help reduce the effects for both.
Are you a mental health professional facing burnout or seeking support in navigating the challenges of your work? With over 21 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in helping those who help others.
Life can be challenging." At times, it may feel like the waves are crashing in, threatening to capsize our little boat. But just like a Ballast keeps a ship steady, there is something that can help keep us upright through life’s storms. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about supporting those who dedicate their lives to helping others. I’m here to help you discover your Ballast . . . because life can get Choppy!
Are you a mental health professional facing burnout or seeking support in navigating the challenges of your work? With over 21 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in helping those who help others.
Life can be challenging." At times, it may feel like the waves are crashing in, threatening to capsize our little boat. But just like a Ballast keeps a ship steady, there is something that can help keep us upright through life’s storms. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about supporting those who dedicate their lives to helping others. I’m here to help you discover your Ballast . . . because life can get Choppy!
Ksenia Ustinova
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95827 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults and couples, using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and the Gottman Method for couples counseling.
Welcome! I’m Ksenia, and I’m here to help guide you through life’s most challenging terrains. Just like hiking up a mountain, the journey toward emotional well-being can feel daunting at times. But with the right tools, support, and mindset, you can reach the summit and discover new perspectives along the way. In our work together, we’ll explore topics such as identity, self-esteem, personal values, and emotional or relational balance. Whether you’re dealing with past wounds, seeking greater emotional resilience, or looking to improve relationships, we’ll work collaboratively to create a life that reflects who you truly are.
I specialize in working with adults and couples, using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and the Gottman Method for couples counseling.
Welcome! I’m Ksenia, and I’m here to help guide you through life’s most challenging terrains. Just like hiking up a mountain, the journey toward emotional well-being can feel daunting at times. But with the right tools, support, and mindset, you can reach the summit and discover new perspectives along the way. In our work together, we’ll explore topics such as identity, self-esteem, personal values, and emotional or relational balance. Whether you’re dealing with past wounds, seeking greater emotional resilience, or looking to improve relationships, we’ll work collaboratively to create a life that reflects who you truly are.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of life's daily challenges? It's not easy to navigate through storms of emotional pain, or relationship problems while trying to maintain a brave face for the outside world. The exhaustion can take a toll, and you may even find yourself disliking who you've become. But fear not, as I'm here to help you discover the inner strength needed to confront these obstacles head-on, develop new skills, and find your true place in life. Together, we will forge a path forward with renewed clarity and confidence.
Along the way I learned the importance of family, friends and cultural diversity.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of life's daily challenges? It's not easy to navigate through storms of emotional pain, or relationship problems while trying to maintain a brave face for the outside world. The exhaustion can take a toll, and you may even find yourself disliking who you've become. But fear not, as I'm here to help you discover the inner strength needed to confront these obstacles head-on, develop new skills, and find your true place in life. Together, we will forge a path forward with renewed clarity and confidence.
Dr. Michelle R Wright
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 94203
I work with a range of clients including adults, teens, transitional aged youth, couples, and families. My experience includes providing therapy to clients with a range of presenting issues, including but not limited to anxiety disorder, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, addictions/substance abuse, mental, emotional, and sexual abuse, domestic violence, family conflict, life transitions/relational issues, trauma, self-harm/ suicidal ideation, self-esteem, grief, identity, and cultural concerns.
I work with a range of clients including adults, teens, transitional aged youth, couples, and families. My experience includes providing therapy to clients with a range of presenting issues, including but not limited to anxiety disorder, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, addictions/substance abuse, mental, emotional, and sexual abuse, domestic violence, family conflict, life transitions/relational issues, trauma, self-harm/ suicidal ideation, self-esteem, grief, identity, and cultural concerns.
I know you want to feel confident about the life you’re building. In order to do that, you need to be able to trust yourself. The big milestones are happening— but there’s no map in front of you. You feel like you’re “doing it” … but you’re afraid to do it wrong. I understand how hard it is to find your way when you can’t see the steps ahead. I work with people coming into their own. You might be growing in your career, building a long-term partnership, trying to understand your relationship with your parents or yourself as an adult, or wanting to start a family. Whatever you are striving for, you don’t have to do it alone.
I know you want to feel confident about the life you’re building. In order to do that, you need to be able to trust yourself. The big milestones are happening— but there’s no map in front of you. You feel like you’re “doing it” … but you’re afraid to do it wrong. I understand how hard it is to find your way when you can’t see the steps ahead. I work with people coming into their own. You might be growing in your career, building a long-term partnership, trying to understand your relationship with your parents or yourself as an adult, or wanting to start a family. Whatever you are striving for, you don’t have to do it alone.
I encourage effective communication strategies that can help parents' better cope with difficult family situations and individuals who experience struggle in their current situations.
Are you looking for a happier and healthier way to live your life? Unpleasant feelings and experiences can affect the way people choose to live their lives. There are many positive ways to deal with these unpleasant emotions. Through discussion and exploration we can find ways to work through life's roadblocks in order to find a happier and healthier path for your life.
I encourage effective communication strategies that can help parents' better cope with difficult family situations and individuals who experience struggle in their current situations.
Are you looking for a happier and healthier way to live your life? Unpleasant feelings and experiences can affect the way people choose to live their lives. There are many positive ways to deal with these unpleasant emotions. Through discussion and exploration we can find ways to work through life's roadblocks in order to find a happier and healthier path for your life.
I come from a very toxic family system of abusers and narcissists, so from that, I felt guided to help those ready to heal from their own traumas and issues.
Hi. I'm Michelle Iankowitz. I'm a licensed therapist, certified clinical hypnotherapist, energy healer, and also a certified HeartMath Interventions practitioner. I do in-depth trauma and spiritual development work with highly motivated clients. I'm a holistic practitioner who focuses on the heart, mind, body, and symptoms in order to understand my client's story more fully. I'm evidence-based with all interventions and tools I provide each of my clients. My ideal client: Highly motivated, kind, ready to go into the unknown, curious about how to heal themselves, and believes in mutual respect for safety of both parties.
I come from a very toxic family system of abusers and narcissists, so from that, I felt guided to help those ready to heal from their own traumas and issues.
Hi. I'm Michelle Iankowitz. I'm a licensed therapist, certified clinical hypnotherapist, energy healer, and also a certified HeartMath Interventions practitioner. I do in-depth trauma and spiritual development work with highly motivated clients. I'm a holistic practitioner who focuses on the heart, mind, body, and symptoms in order to understand my client's story more fully. I'm evidence-based with all interventions and tools I provide each of my clients. My ideal client: Highly motivated, kind, ready to go into the unknown, curious about how to heal themselves, and believes in mutual respect for safety of both parties.
Kid Counseling Sacramento
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95864
We know it is hard to reach out for help but we have been able to help hundreds of families and know that working with the whole family is the key to success.
When you’re out of ideas and don’t know what to do, give us a call. We are the premier counseling center for children, teens and their caregivers in the Sacramento Valley. Our goal is to transform kids and their families through the power of play, whether they are experiencing normal transitions or really tough times. We believe that children communicate best through play and art. We help challenging kids use their intensity in socially positive and successful ways by teaching coping skills and joining with parents to help their kids. We want to bring joy back to your home!
We know it is hard to reach out for help but we have been able to help hundreds of families and know that working with the whole family is the key to success.
When you’re out of ideas and don’t know what to do, give us a call. We are the premier counseling center for children, teens and their caregivers in the Sacramento Valley. Our goal is to transform kids and their families through the power of play, whether they are experiencing normal transitions or really tough times. We believe that children communicate best through play and art. We help challenging kids use their intensity in socially positive and successful ways by teaching coping skills and joining with parents to help their kids. We want to bring joy back to your home!
Are you, or your child, struggling with ADHD, sleep problems, anxiety, depression, Traumatic Brain Injury, PTSD, Autistic, Attachment or Neurodevelopment disorders? Are the symptoms making school, family and/or work life difficult? Or, are you an athlete or business person who excels but wants to perform even better? Perhaps you are spiritual and wanting to improve your meditation or mindfulness practice. Neurofeedback provides you healing, relief and peak performance through its' non-invasive use of neurologically relevant feedback by sound and sight cues to gently inform your brain toward what is naturally best for it.
Are you, or your child, struggling with ADHD, sleep problems, anxiety, depression, Traumatic Brain Injury, PTSD, Autistic, Attachment or Neurodevelopment disorders? Are the symptoms making school, family and/or work life difficult? Or, are you an athlete or business person who excels but wants to perform even better? Perhaps you are spiritual and wanting to improve your meditation or mindfulness practice. Neurofeedback provides you healing, relief and peak performance through its' non-invasive use of neurologically relevant feedback by sound and sight cues to gently inform your brain toward what is naturally best for it.
Katie Houston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, BCBA
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95817
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, which allows me to explore emotions, motivation, and behavior in a therapeutic approach that empowers my clients in setting goals, exploring barriers, overcoming challenges, and finding confidence in their own journey.
As an adolescent therapist, my goal is to help my clients identify their own growth opportunities, values, and needs. Living a life with purpose and connection to self can be challenging and fulfilling. I encourage my clients to learn tools, language, and thinking that will help them navigate their lives in a meaningful way. I have experience in working with children and adolescents who face challenges with anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, sexuality, identity, executive functioning, relationships, and life transitions. Let's be honest, being a teenager is difficult at times. It can make a difference to have someone to talk to.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, which allows me to explore emotions, motivation, and behavior in a therapeutic approach that empowers my clients in setting goals, exploring barriers, overcoming challenges, and finding confidence in their own journey.
As an adolescent therapist, my goal is to help my clients identify their own growth opportunities, values, and needs. Living a life with purpose and connection to self can be challenging and fulfilling. I encourage my clients to learn tools, language, and thinking that will help them navigate their lives in a meaningful way. I have experience in working with children and adolescents who face challenges with anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, sexuality, identity, executive functioning, relationships, and life transitions. Let's be honest, being a teenager is difficult at times. It can make a difference to have someone to talk to.
My name is Dr. Korlany Chhun Roche, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Sacramento, California, providing telehealth services to clients statewide. I work with adolescents, young adults, couples, and families, and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, and trauma. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adolescents, young adults, and couples who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and relational problems.
My name is Dr. Korlany Chhun Roche, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Sacramento, California, providing telehealth services to clients statewide. I work with adolescents, young adults, couples, and families, and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, and trauma. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adolescents, young adults, and couples who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and relational problems.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.