Couples Counseling Therapists in Santa Rosa, CA
Jane Gehrke
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95405 (Online Only)
I am experienced at effectively addressing anxiety, depression, relationship and self-esteem issues that may stem from developmental wounds or trauma.
Do you need help for anxiety, a challenging inner critic, panic attacks, finding direction in life, dealing with interpersonal conflict, and exploring sexual orientation and/or gender identity? I offer ways to explore finding a sense of greater ease and well-being in relationship with yourself. For couples/relationships, I facilitate and assist in communication and exploration with each other and offer a holding space for underlying disharmony to arise. I am proudly queer-, poly-, and kink-affirming.
I am experienced at effectively addressing anxiety, depression, relationship and self-esteem issues that may stem from developmental wounds or trauma.
Do you need help for anxiety, a challenging inner critic, panic attacks, finding direction in life, dealing with interpersonal conflict, and exploring sexual orientation and/or gender identity? I offer ways to explore finding a sense of greater ease and well-being in relationship with yourself. For couples/relationships, I facilitate and assist in communication and exploration with each other and offer a holding space for underlying disharmony to arise. I am proudly queer-, poly-, and kink-affirming.
In my relationship therapy work with couples, the focus is teaching couples deep listening skills in an attempt to help partners feel truly "seen" and "known".
I have been in the field of psychology since 1985. I am licensed as Marriage Family Therapist (1989) and Clinical Psychologist (1992).What guides my work is the belief that everyone, no matter their behavior, is doing the very best they can in that moment. Most often, aberrant behavior is the result of beliefs learned in childhood that are brought forward into adulthood which are no longer appropriate or functional.
In my relationship therapy work with couples, the focus is teaching couples deep listening skills in an attempt to help partners feel truly "seen" and "known".
I have been in the field of psychology since 1985. I am licensed as Marriage Family Therapist (1989) and Clinical Psychologist (1992).What guides my work is the belief that everyone, no matter their behavior, is doing the very best they can in that moment. Most often, aberrant behavior is the result of beliefs learned in childhood that are brought forward into adulthood which are no longer appropriate or functional.
Patricia (Tricia) Ellis-Christensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95409 (Online Only)
Other specialties focus on life transitions, depression, anxiety, loss, and couples counseling.
Openings Available! It's easy to see what we want to change, but not easy to start. I can provide caring and empathy that makes the road to improvement, recovery or managing illnesses like depression, bipolar and anxiety a lot less lonely. Are you ready to start a conversation that can offer dramatic change? Then you're already moving with bravery and I want to meet you. My practice accepts Partnership/Carelon, Private Pay and Out of Network clients. Can't wait to speak with you.
Other specialties focus on life transitions, depression, anxiety, loss, and couples counseling.
Openings Available! It's easy to see what we want to change, but not easy to start. I can provide caring and empathy that makes the road to improvement, recovery or managing illnesses like depression, bipolar and anxiety a lot less lonely. Are you ready to start a conversation that can offer dramatic change? Then you're already moving with bravery and I want to meet you. My practice accepts Partnership/Carelon, Private Pay and Out of Network clients. Can't wait to speak with you.
Richard Doleman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
I have specialized training and experience in couples therapy. If you are stuck in a painfully destructive relationship pattern, I can help you. I have worked with couples for over 35 years. EFT, Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, is by far the most effective way to work with relationship problems. EFT is one of the only empirically validated couples therapy approaches, and has been shown to out-perform all other modalities in follow-up studies, tracking couples after therapy has ended. EFT has dramatically increased my ability to help couples transform painful relationship patterns into deeply fulfilling and enduring bonds.
I have specialized training and experience in couples therapy. If you are stuck in a painfully destructive relationship pattern, I can help you. I have worked with couples for over 35 years. EFT, Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, is by far the most effective way to work with relationship problems. EFT is one of the only empirically validated couples therapy approaches, and has been shown to out-perform all other modalities in follow-up studies, tracking couples after therapy has ended. EFT has dramatically increased my ability to help couples transform painful relationship patterns into deeply fulfilling and enduring bonds.
Rhonda C Robertson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in empathy, respect, and the fundamental belief that every person deserves to live a fulfilling and purpose-driven life. I understand that seeking therapy can be a courageous step, and I honor the trust placed in me by my clients. Through active listening, empathy, and collaboration, I strive to co-create a therapeutic relationship that fosters growth and transformation. Drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic modalities and evidence-based practices, I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client.
My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in empathy, respect, and the fundamental belief that every person deserves to live a fulfilling and purpose-driven life. I understand that seeking therapy can be a courageous step, and I honor the trust placed in me by my clients. Through active listening, empathy, and collaboration, I strive to co-create a therapeutic relationship that fosters growth and transformation. Drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic modalities and evidence-based practices, I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client.
Judith Goleman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404 (Online Only)
In my work with couples, the areas of upset often are a map, pointing us to possibilities of potential growth. Your difficulties can become a catalyst for increased intimacy. It's easy for any couple to get off track in efforts to communicate - slipping into blaming or power struggles, rather than your true communications, which can bring you closer and into deeper intimacy and trust. My job is to work together with you to help you develop skills that help reclaim happiness - communication skills, skills in understanding yourself and your partner, skills for building and rebuilding the life you want .
In my work with couples, the areas of upset often are a map, pointing us to possibilities of potential growth. Your difficulties can become a catalyst for increased intimacy. It's easy for any couple to get off track in efforts to communicate - slipping into blaming or power struggles, rather than your true communications, which can bring you closer and into deeper intimacy and trust. My job is to work together with you to help you develop skills that help reclaim happiness - communication skills, skills in understanding yourself and your partner, skills for building and rebuilding the life you want .
Garet Waterhouse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Sex Therapy, EMDR, solution-focused therapy, and couples/ relationship communication building.
Greetings! My practice has limited capacity, and is only able to accept new sex therapy and/or sexuality and relationship focused referrals as scheduling allows. I am no longer able to accept new insurance clients. I am licensed in California and Nevada, and offer video appointments as well as in person appointments for those in Sonoma County.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Sex Therapy, EMDR, solution-focused therapy, and couples/ relationship communication building.
Greetings! My practice has limited capacity, and is only able to accept new sex therapy and/or sexuality and relationship focused referrals as scheduling allows. I am no longer able to accept new insurance clients. I am licensed in California and Nevada, and offer video appointments as well as in person appointments for those in Sonoma County.
It takes courage to reach out for assistance to deepen or strengthen your own path. I honor that courage & each unique being’s sacred journey. I offer a supportive space and strong container to respectfully attend to your inner world for healing, greater self-knowledge, growth and transformation. I offer presence based, Somatic Psychotherapy for couples, individuals, families, and adolescents. This is a holistic, mindful approach where I work collaboratively with clients of all unique expressions in attending to your sacred inner life for greater awareness, clarity, & empowerment.
It takes courage to reach out for assistance to deepen or strengthen your own path. I honor that courage & each unique being’s sacred journey. I offer a supportive space and strong container to respectfully attend to your inner world for healing, greater self-knowledge, growth and transformation. I offer presence based, Somatic Psychotherapy for couples, individuals, families, and adolescents. This is a holistic, mindful approach where I work collaboratively with clients of all unique expressions in attending to your sacred inner life for greater awareness, clarity, & empowerment.
Steve (Stephen) K Woolmer
Marriage & Family Therapist, BSc, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
I believe that whatever tools a therapist uses, they can only function well in the context of a deeply trusting relationship.
I work with individuals, couples, children, and families to support them with both personal and relational challenges. I work from a humanistic and behavioral framework with an eclectic methodology. I bring experience as both a psychotherapist and a special education teacher, and have worked with populations ranging from preschool to senior citizens including hospice.
I believe that whatever tools a therapist uses, they can only function well in the context of a deeply trusting relationship.
I work with individuals, couples, children, and families to support them with both personal and relational challenges. I work from a humanistic and behavioral framework with an eclectic methodology. I bring experience as both a psychotherapist and a special education teacher, and have worked with populations ranging from preschool to senior citizens including hospice.
******Currently not accepting new clients******* Are you frustrated with your relationship with your adolescent? Is your adolescent frustrated with you? Parenting is difficult as is being a developing child. You are not alone in these experiences. Family life is often difficult, especially when cell phones, friends, social media, and video games are competing for your adolescent’s attention. The demands of school, sports, mood swings, and chores also contribute to this stress.
******Currently not accepting new clients******* Are you frustrated with your relationship with your adolescent? Is your adolescent frustrated with you? Parenting is difficult as is being a developing child. You are not alone in these experiences. Family life is often difficult, especially when cell phones, friends, social media, and video games are competing for your adolescent’s attention. The demands of school, sports, mood swings, and chores also contribute to this stress.
Tim Stein
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT-S, CCPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Willow Tree Counseling’s therapists are trained in sex addiction and betrayal partner trauma.
Sex addiction impacts the addict and their partner. Sex addicts may experience preoccupation with sexual thoughts, hide sexual behaviors or activity from others, have sought help for problematic sexual behaviors, feel controlled by their sexual desire, feel depressed after sexual behavior, or notice others have suffered due to their sexual behavior? Partners of sex addicts may experience shock, intense anger, fear, and/or pain about their partner’s sexual behaviors, experience unexpected drops in sexual interest, feel like they are on an emotional roller coaster, or notice that past trauma keeps coming back and impacting them.
Willow Tree Counseling’s therapists are trained in sex addiction and betrayal partner trauma.
Sex addiction impacts the addict and their partner. Sex addicts may experience preoccupation with sexual thoughts, hide sexual behaviors or activity from others, have sought help for problematic sexual behaviors, feel controlled by their sexual desire, feel depressed after sexual behavior, or notice others have suffered due to their sexual behavior? Partners of sex addicts may experience shock, intense anger, fear, and/or pain about their partner’s sexual behaviors, experience unexpected drops in sexual interest, feel like they are on an emotional roller coaster, or notice that past trauma keeps coming back and impacting them.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
I have an ability to develop trust and understanding regarding our human condition with the individuals and couples I work with.
Individuals desirous to discover the deeper self that resides within. Persons committed to growing beyond the history that stunts curiosity and a sense of purpose in life. People with enough life experience to know that life requires introspection, discomfort at times and build the capacity to appreciate personal and psychological accomplishment. Couples that want to build a better relationship by solving problems from the foundation of love that brought them together. Men who have reached mid-life and seek to live fully the next part of life . People who will invest the time and money it takes for positive change.
I have an ability to develop trust and understanding regarding our human condition with the individuals and couples I work with.
Individuals desirous to discover the deeper self that resides within. Persons committed to growing beyond the history that stunts curiosity and a sense of purpose in life. People with enough life experience to know that life requires introspection, discomfort at times and build the capacity to appreciate personal and psychological accomplishment. Couples that want to build a better relationship by solving problems from the foundation of love that brought them together. Men who have reached mid-life and seek to live fully the next part of life . People who will invest the time and money it takes for positive change.
I specialize in pre-marital, couples, individual and child therapy.
Each of us is unique. We all come from different backgrounds and cultures. People suffer in different ways and pain can manifest itself through our mental health in various forms such as depression, anxiety, and a myriad of physical and health problems. My goal is to help you make positive changes in your life in order to become the person you aspire to be. I believe no matter how challenging the process, we need to be content and be our authentic selves. In order to do this, we need to explore our struggles and gain insight and make positive change in our lives.
I specialize in pre-marital, couples, individual and child therapy.
Each of us is unique. We all come from different backgrounds and cultures. People suffer in different ways and pain can manifest itself through our mental health in various forms such as depression, anxiety, and a myriad of physical and health problems. My goal is to help you make positive changes in your life in order to become the person you aspire to be. I believe no matter how challenging the process, we need to be content and be our authentic selves. In order to do this, we need to explore our struggles and gain insight and make positive change in our lives.
I will meet you where you are, from a non-judgmental compassionate approach, and partner with you on your journey of self discovery.
I believe we are all doing the very best we know how to do, and that people seek therapy to learn new ways, ways that help make their lives and relationships work better. It is my honor to support people that are in pain and confusion to learn a better way. I am here to serve as a mirror and a guide so that you can find who you really are and how to more fully express that. I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 29699) since 1997 and practicing in a variety of settings ever since, including Private Practice, County Behavioral Health and Non-profit agencies.
I will meet you where you are, from a non-judgmental compassionate approach, and partner with you on your journey of self discovery.
I believe we are all doing the very best we know how to do, and that people seek therapy to learn new ways, ways that help make their lives and relationships work better. It is my honor to support people that are in pain and confusion to learn a better way. I am here to serve as a mirror and a guide so that you can find who you really are and how to more fully express that. I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 29699) since 1997 and practicing in a variety of settings ever since, including Private Practice, County Behavioral Health and Non-profit agencies.
Tara K Farrell
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
I specialize in working with folks who are LGBTQIA+, non-monogamous, and/or kinky. I am dedicated to supporting folks in developing a healthy relationship with consent and boundaries; empowering folks to step fully into living a life in which they can identify their desires and have them met. I believe you are the expert of your own experience and my role is to create a container for you/us to explore within, and to support you in the processing of your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, allowing you to move toward your goals. I strive to employ a trauma-informed lens with a dedication to anti-racist and anti-oppression practices
I specialize in working with folks who are LGBTQIA+, non-monogamous, and/or kinky. I am dedicated to supporting folks in developing a healthy relationship with consent and boundaries; empowering folks to step fully into living a life in which they can identify their desires and have them met. I believe you are the expert of your own experience and my role is to create a container for you/us to explore within, and to support you in the processing of your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, allowing you to move toward your goals. I strive to employ a trauma-informed lens with a dedication to anti-racist and anti-oppression practices
Issues may range from grief due to loss, trauma from events or circumstances, self-esteem issues, and relationship difficulties.
Do you long to feel whole again? I am available to those who are struggling with grief, loss, personal trauma, or life circumstances. We will collaborate and help you find your center, strengthen your core, and equip you with tools to re-integrate your being.
Issues may range from grief due to loss, trauma from events or circumstances, self-esteem issues, and relationship difficulties.
Do you long to feel whole again? I am available to those who are struggling with grief, loss, personal trauma, or life circumstances. We will collaborate and help you find your center, strengthen your core, and equip you with tools to re-integrate your being.
Debbie Mizell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treating teens and adults suffering from anxiety, depression, difficulty managing emotions and relationship issues.
If you've been holding in your thoughts and feelings, hoping they just go away, and don't feel that you have an outlet, they'll likely come out in ways that impact your self-esteem and your relationships. You've likely been trying to solve your problems on your own for a while now but have realized that you need some help. I meet my clients where they're at using evidence based treatments tailored to meet your unique needs. I'm confident that we can work together to understand the causes of your struggles and address them with long-lasting results.
I specialize in treating teens and adults suffering from anxiety, depression, difficulty managing emotions and relationship issues.
If you've been holding in your thoughts and feelings, hoping they just go away, and don't feel that you have an outlet, they'll likely come out in ways that impact your self-esteem and your relationships. You've likely been trying to solve your problems on your own for a while now but have realized that you need some help. I meet my clients where they're at using evidence based treatments tailored to meet your unique needs. I'm confident that we can work together to understand the causes of your struggles and address them with long-lasting results.
de la Rosa Psychotherapists
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95405
We also work with couples to increase connection and intimacy of all flavors by unpacking hurtful communication patterns and teaching new ones, supporting and guiding the learning process with empathy, respect and knowledge to rekindle old flames or ignite new ones.
We are a group of therapists and associate clinicians who are here to help - couples, families, individuals and teens. We offer both in-person and virtual therapy for concerns related to anxiety, depression, self-harm, sexuality (and sex!), relational distress and betrayal trauma, childhood trauma recovery (of all kinds), life transitions, struggles with addiction (from any and everything), impacts of social media and meeting the challenge and pressures of modern life - and much more! You can meet and learn more about our amazing team of therapists at www.delarosapsychotherapists.com
We also work with couples to increase connection and intimacy of all flavors by unpacking hurtful communication patterns and teaching new ones, supporting and guiding the learning process with empathy, respect and knowledge to rekindle old flames or ignite new ones.
We are a group of therapists and associate clinicians who are here to help - couples, families, individuals and teens. We offer both in-person and virtual therapy for concerns related to anxiety, depression, self-harm, sexuality (and sex!), relational distress and betrayal trauma, childhood trauma recovery (of all kinds), life transitions, struggles with addiction (from any and everything), impacts of social media and meeting the challenge and pressures of modern life - and much more! You can meet and learn more about our amazing team of therapists at www.delarosapsychotherapists.com
Jennifer Scott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95405
I see individuals and couples.
You deserve a welcoming space that allows you to feel encouraged, understood, valued, and capable of positive change. As a therapist, and fellow human, I know how stressful and confusing life can be. Painful past events can leave us defeated and disconnected. Major life transitions can be overwhelming. Depression & anxiety can rob us of vitality and mental peace. Great healing can happen through safe & genuine connection to another. Sessions with me are peppered with moments of humor, gentle directness, and deep realness.
I see individuals and couples.
You deserve a welcoming space that allows you to feel encouraged, understood, valued, and capable of positive change. As a therapist, and fellow human, I know how stressful and confusing life can be. Painful past events can leave us defeated and disconnected. Major life transitions can be overwhelming. Depression & anxiety can rob us of vitality and mental peace. Great healing can happen through safe & genuine connection to another. Sessions with me are peppered with moments of humor, gentle directness, and deep realness.
Gabrielle Simmons
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
I work with individuals and couples in a collaborative, respectful manner that is accepting, approachable, warm and at times quite practical.
If you are feeling disconnected from yourself, your partner, or from others, that the weight of the past is becoming too heavy to carry on your own, or that your life is missing flavor or joy, I would like to work with you to support the change you seek.
I work with individuals and couples in a collaborative, respectful manner that is accepting, approachable, warm and at times quite practical.
If you are feeling disconnected from yourself, your partner, or from others, that the weight of the past is becoming too heavy to carry on your own, or that your life is missing flavor or joy, I would like to work with you to support the change you seek.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.