The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Therapists in Sacramento, CA
Laura Stockdale
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, APCC
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 94203
People are complicated. Life can be challenging and all of us get stuck from time to time. My approach with clients is to sit with them as they process, learn, grow, and develop. My therapeutic approach focuses on validating, teaching, empathy, compassion, and confronting problematic thought processes and ideas. I seek to help my clients gain the tools they need to continue growing and developing throughout their lives. It’s my great privilege to walk with my clients on this journey. I am a trauma informed and insight-oriented therapist. I work with individuals, couples, and children.
People are complicated. Life can be challenging and all of us get stuck from time to time. My approach with clients is to sit with them as they process, learn, grow, and develop. My therapeutic approach focuses on validating, teaching, empathy, compassion, and confronting problematic thought processes and ideas. I seek to help my clients gain the tools they need to continue growing and developing throughout their lives. It’s my great privilege to walk with my clients on this journey. I am a trauma informed and insight-oriented therapist. I work with individuals, couples, and children.
Bridges Therapy Group of CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95819 (Online Only)
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
Christhmus (Christopher Chu) Presence
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95819 (Online Only)
Offering CA-based Telehealth ideal for BIPOC: Black, Indigenous, &/or People of Color, including white-passing & mixed-race BIPOC. Also welcoming Families & Partnerships with 1 or more BIPOC in regular attendance. I offer Xychotherapy: psychotherapy that recognizes therapeutic experiences existed long before psychotherapy was invented, and incorporates psychotherapy into global therapeutic wisdoms and practices.
Offering CA-based Telehealth ideal for BIPOC: Black, Indigenous, &/or People of Color, including white-passing & mixed-race BIPOC. Also welcoming Families & Partnerships with 1 or more BIPOC in regular attendance. I offer Xychotherapy: psychotherapy that recognizes therapeutic experiences existed long before psychotherapy was invented, and incorporates psychotherapy into global therapeutic wisdoms and practices.
Carol M. Lazo
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95819 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with diverse students, student-athletes, and early career professionals in healthcare, management, law and engineering. The clients I work with want to resolve anxiety, life transitions, family or relationship conflict, bereavement, and trauma which shows up for them at work or in life in unexpected ways. They are often seeking insight on thoughts, beliefs, or feelings that keep them stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, and want to develop new tools for managing emotions, healthy communication and boundaries, and for moving forward on self-identified goals.
I specialize in working with diverse students, student-athletes, and early career professionals in healthcare, management, law and engineering. The clients I work with want to resolve anxiety, life transitions, family or relationship conflict, bereavement, and trauma which shows up for them at work or in life in unexpected ways. They are often seeking insight on thoughts, beliefs, or feelings that keep them stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, and want to develop new tools for managing emotions, healthy communication and boundaries, and for moving forward on self-identified goals.
Gary A. Hupp Ph.D.,LCSW and Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 94208
I promote growth and healing through compassionate insight, reflection and strategic direction! Acquired Knowledge seems most beneficial when put to use to benefit ourselves or others, for as we serve and engage with others, we more readily discover our true selves. I subscribe to Emerson's notion; "Do the thing, and you will have the power" rather than give me the power and then I will act! I enjoy being a contributing factor to others growth and advancement and relish witnessing the blossoming of added confidence, enhanced self-esteem. and true growth!
I promote growth and healing through compassionate insight, reflection and strategic direction! Acquired Knowledge seems most beneficial when put to use to benefit ourselves or others, for as we serve and engage with others, we more readily discover our true selves. I subscribe to Emerson's notion; "Do the thing, and you will have the power" rather than give me the power and then I will act! I enjoy being a contributing factor to others growth and advancement and relish witnessing the blossoming of added confidence, enhanced self-esteem. and true growth!
Online Therapists
Cessiley Haderlie
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elk Grove, CA 95624
I specialize in working with teens, adults, and couples. I bring a wealth of experience working with teens in school-based settings, providing both individual and group therapy. I specialize in addressing relationship issues, self-esteem, and emotion regulation, helping young people navigate the challenges of adolescence. In addition to my work with teens, I support adult individuals facing depression, anxiety, and life transitions, as well as couples seeking to strengthen their relationships. I am also passionate about working with individuals navigating religious-based challenges, offering a Mormon-informed approach if requested.
I specialize in working with teens, adults, and couples. I bring a wealth of experience working with teens in school-based settings, providing both individual and group therapy. I specialize in addressing relationship issues, self-esteem, and emotion regulation, helping young people navigate the challenges of adolescence. In addition to my work with teens, I support adult individuals facing depression, anxiety, and life transitions, as well as couples seeking to strengthen their relationships. I am also passionate about working with individuals navigating religious-based challenges, offering a Mormon-informed approach if requested.
Pablo Lo Giudice
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102
I'm Pablo, a Spanish-bilingual psychotherapist with a diploma in sexology and a focus on rapid, results-oriented therapy. I offer a compassionate yet confrontational approach to facilitating meaningful change. Do not settle for solitude or succumb to despair or depression. Learn to nurture a partnership, enjoy sexual intimacy, create meaningful relationships, and set healthy boundaries with those around you. Life CAN be beautiful!
I'm Pablo, a Spanish-bilingual psychotherapist with a diploma in sexology and a focus on rapid, results-oriented therapy. I offer a compassionate yet confrontational approach to facilitating meaningful change. Do not settle for solitude or succumb to despair or depression. Learn to nurture a partnership, enjoy sexual intimacy, create meaningful relationships, and set healthy boundaries with those around you. Life CAN be beautiful!
Lyssia M Porter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94551
I am an EMDR & Brainspotting therapist and military spouse offering in-person (San Diego) and online therapy across California for individuals age 13+. I specialize in working with those seeking to improve the quality of their lives by working through trauma, relationship challenges, and seeking personal growth and healing. My hope is to create a space where you can be your authentic self, feel heard, understood and supported however you're showing up. Whether you are going through relationship challenges or changes, dealing with anxiety, trauma, depression, or other concerns, I am here to support you.
I am an EMDR & Brainspotting therapist and military spouse offering in-person (San Diego) and online therapy across California for individuals age 13+. I specialize in working with those seeking to improve the quality of their lives by working through trauma, relationship challenges, and seeking personal growth and healing. My hope is to create a space where you can be your authentic self, feel heard, understood and supported however you're showing up. Whether you are going through relationship challenges or changes, dealing with anxiety, trauma, depression, or other concerns, I am here to support you.
Welcome. Are you ready for the work necessary to make real, enduring change? Do you have a troubling personal issue or suffer from general dissatisfaction? My orientation is to focus on the unconscious, the elusive essence of the problem. A powerful process unfolds when change occurs at this level of the mind. This opens the space for authentic personal transformation.
Welcome. Are you ready for the work necessary to make real, enduring change? Do you have a troubling personal issue or suffer from general dissatisfaction? My orientation is to focus on the unconscious, the elusive essence of the problem. A powerful process unfolds when change occurs at this level of the mind. This opens the space for authentic personal transformation.
Max Rorty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94704 (Online Only)
I specialize medical and mental health providers in California who are experiencing burn out, depression and work-related anxiety. I also enjoy couples work; especially post-partum people who haven’t slept in weeks. I am a founder of my town’s Transgender Center and happy to work with trans families in any configuration. I am a white, queer, married cis woman. I look forward to working together!
I specialize medical and mental health providers in California who are experiencing burn out, depression and work-related anxiety. I also enjoy couples work; especially post-partum people who haven’t slept in weeks. I am a founder of my town’s Transgender Center and happy to work with trans families in any configuration. I am a white, queer, married cis woman. I look forward to working together!
Suelen D Yancor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Alameda, CA 94501 (Online Only)
Opening up about your feelings can be daunting, but embracing vulnerability is crucial for healing and making a difference for yourself and your loved ones. Since 2005, I have worked with individuals and families to address life’s challenges through a client-centered approach. By reinforcing strengths and developing new skills, I promote resilience and hope. I use evidence-based methods like EMDR, Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Seeking Safety, and mindfulness to support each client’s unique journey toward healing and growth.
Opening up about your feelings can be daunting, but embracing vulnerability is crucial for healing and making a difference for yourself and your loved ones. Since 2005, I have worked with individuals and families to address life’s challenges through a client-centered approach. By reinforcing strengths and developing new skills, I promote resilience and hope. I use evidence-based methods like EMDR, Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Seeking Safety, and mindfulness to support each client’s unique journey toward healing and growth.
Dr. Randi Fredricks, PhD, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95125
First and foremost, therapy should make you feel cared for. A therapist needs to be insightful and honest with a huge dose of compassion. I always remember that it’s not easy for someone to reach out for help. I have over 17 years experience providing psychotherapy and counseling. I provide therapy for adults with anxiety, depression, self-confidence issues, grief and loss, addiction, intimacy, spiritual growth, and difficult life transitions. In addition to being a psychotherapist, I’m a best-selling author of several books and a published researcher. My approach to therapy is person-centered. I work in collaboration with clients,
First and foremost, therapy should make you feel cared for. A therapist needs to be insightful and honest with a huge dose of compassion. I always remember that it’s not easy for someone to reach out for help. I have over 17 years experience providing psychotherapy and counseling. I provide therapy for adults with anxiety, depression, self-confidence issues, grief and loss, addiction, intimacy, spiritual growth, and difficult life transitions. In addition to being a psychotherapist, I’m a best-selling author of several books and a published researcher. My approach to therapy is person-centered. I work in collaboration with clients,
Tyler Harston
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
My work focuses on helping people find more understanding and fulfillment in themselves and their relationships. I often work with those suffering with shame, trauma, repressed emotions, and relational conflict. I enjoy facilitating with couples, individuals, and families by way of practical approaches, a non-judgmental ear, and perspective-lending observation. I believe precise language and nonverbal communication can be hugely impactful on relationships. Having a safe place to reflect on and identify your personal and relational dynamics can lead to more awareness, skills, and peace in your life.
My work focuses on helping people find more understanding and fulfillment in themselves and their relationships. I often work with those suffering with shame, trauma, repressed emotions, and relational conflict. I enjoy facilitating with couples, individuals, and families by way of practical approaches, a non-judgmental ear, and perspective-lending observation. I believe precise language and nonverbal communication can be hugely impactful on relationships. Having a safe place to reflect on and identify your personal and relational dynamics can lead to more awareness, skills, and peace in your life.
James Christensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Roseville, CA 95678
Couples: do you feel discouraged and disconnected? Do you want to feel heard and understood? I help couples overcome disconnection, deception, lies, and manipulation. I offer action-centered therapy that goes right to the heart of what's tearing you apart: deep-seated relationship dynamics that make it impossible to talk about anything that matters. I'm an expert in anxious and avoidant attachment styles, affair repair, and overcoming sexual difficulties. Your first session is free, there's no commitment, you have so much to gain, and so little to lose.
Couples: do you feel discouraged and disconnected? Do you want to feel heard and understood? I help couples overcome disconnection, deception, lies, and manipulation. I offer action-centered therapy that goes right to the heart of what's tearing you apart: deep-seated relationship dynamics that make it impossible to talk about anything that matters. I'm an expert in anxious and avoidant attachment styles, affair repair, and overcoming sexual difficulties. Your first session is free, there's no commitment, you have so much to gain, and so little to lose.
Navigating life stressors can be overwhelming and difficult for children, adolescents and parents. Watching a child struggle with mental health concerns can be difficult to know where to get additional help, and know how to approach behaviors at home. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe place that will allow children and adolescents to feel comfortable to talk about what is bothering them and learn how to cope with their stressors, as well as help parents feel like they can understand their child in their individual needs.
Navigating life stressors can be overwhelming and difficult for children, adolescents and parents. Watching a child struggle with mental health concerns can be difficult to know where to get additional help, and know how to approach behaviors at home. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe place that will allow children and adolescents to feel comfortable to talk about what is bothering them and learn how to cope with their stressors, as well as help parents feel like they can understand their child in their individual needs.
Summer Myers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
Atherton, CA 94027 (Online Only)
Anxious perfectionism shows up as shame, self-criticism, stress, and chronic guilt & self-punishment. No matter what you do, you're always falling short. It's exhausting, but you don't really know how to relax. You probably don't sleep so well. Maybe you're first-generation, or the sibling who had to keep it all together, or a grown-up "gifted & talented" kid. Anxious perfectionism may also show up as body tension, severe procrastination & indecision, & difficulty with boundaries and people-pleasing. Perfectionism isn't just a cute word for people with high standards: it impacts everything we do in ways we don't consciously realize.
Anxious perfectionism shows up as shame, self-criticism, stress, and chronic guilt & self-punishment. No matter what you do, you're always falling short. It's exhausting, but you don't really know how to relax. You probably don't sleep so well. Maybe you're first-generation, or the sibling who had to keep it all together, or a grown-up "gifted & talented" kid. Anxious perfectionism may also show up as body tension, severe procrastination & indecision, & difficulty with boundaries and people-pleasing. Perfectionism isn't just a cute word for people with high standards: it impacts everything we do in ways we don't consciously realize.
Bridges Therapy Group of CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704 (Online Only)
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
Geoff Nugent
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFC, LPC, BCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95128
As a Marriage and Family therapist, I believe that everyone is special and unique. That is why I provide individualized service to those that seek my services. I feel that it is important for you to feel that you are being heard and understood and that you gain value from therapy.
As a Marriage and Family therapist, I believe that everyone is special and unique. That is why I provide individualized service to those that seek my services. I feel that it is important for you to feel that you are being heard and understood and that you gain value from therapy.
Janet I Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551 (Online Only)
Everyone keeps telling you things will get better, but they don't. You feel stuck, broken, like there is something wrong with you, but you don't know how to fix it. Life feels so overwhelming and there are days where it is so hard to just get out of bed. And if you do get out of bed, you just feel tortured and miserable, like you're in your own personal hell. That voice in your head keeps telling you you're not good enough. Do you turn to food or other habits you desperately wish you could change? Do you obsess about weight and body image? Do you hope for relief that you feel may never come? You are not alone.
Everyone keeps telling you things will get better, but they don't. You feel stuck, broken, like there is something wrong with you, but you don't know how to fix it. Life feels so overwhelming and there are days where it is so hard to just get out of bed. And if you do get out of bed, you just feel tortured and miserable, like you're in your own personal hell. That voice in your head keeps telling you you're not good enough. Do you turn to food or other habits you desperately wish you could change? Do you obsess about weight and body image? Do you hope for relief that you feel may never come? You are not alone.
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Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work together effectively, but, especially for those whose concerns relate to their religion or cultural background, a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond, even if they do not have an extensive history with or understanding of their client’s background before therapy begins.
Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Church of Christ/Latter Day Saints values?
Each individual brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of therapeutic modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition such as LDS that strongly influences the conduct of everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process.
Why might someone feel comfortable with an LDS-attuned therapist?
While qualifications and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic effectiveness. It is wise to find a therapist who is responsive to your questions and concerns and with whom you feel you can establish a rapport. A therapist who is sensitive to LDS values and beliefs and the role they play in the lives of Church members can offer Mormon clients a welcome sense of safety, assurance that their community and culture will be understood, and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, all of which support the therapeutic process.
How do I recognize a good LDS therapist?
LDS therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Mormon principles and values. They have an understanding of the culture and the important role the Church plays in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of emotional difficulties those raised in the faith can be prone to. Like all effective therapists, a good LDS therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of everyday life.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Mormon/LDS therapists?
The directory of LDS therapists includes therapists who have shared their cultural background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information; these individuals would not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with LDS clients and/or communities, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.