Female Therapists in Seaside, CA
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Greetings and welcome to Path Mental Health. My name is Dr. Jones. I am a clinical and school psychologist and counselor. I have over 25 years of experience working with children and families. I am licensed as a social worker and professional counselor in the state of California. I have worked with clients on relationships, individual issues, and career counseling. I specialize in relationship issues, past trauma, grieving, anxiety, and depression. Life can be stressful, and at times, we all need someone to talk with and help sort things out. My approach is to utilize a toolbox of interventions warmly and compassionately.
Greetings and welcome to Path Mental Health. My name is Dr. Jones. I am a clinical and school psychologist and counselor. I have over 25 years of experience working with children and families. I am licensed as a social worker and professional counselor in the state of California. I have worked with clients on relationships, individual issues, and career counseling. I specialize in relationship issues, past trauma, grieving, anxiety, and depression. Life can be stressful, and at times, we all need someone to talk with and help sort things out. My approach is to utilize a toolbox of interventions warmly and compassionately.
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I am an attachment and trauma focused therapist committed to helping clients to reveal to themselves the underlying causes, origins, and nature of the issues they have come to experience. My work focuses on reducing fear and building confidence around the "normal" ways that the brain reacts to the stressful events that color our lives. I believe in taking a client focused, strengths based, and mindful approach to helping clients discover their adaptive capacity for resilience.
I am an attachment and trauma focused therapist committed to helping clients to reveal to themselves the underlying causes, origins, and nature of the issues they have come to experience. My work focuses on reducing fear and building confidence around the "normal" ways that the brain reacts to the stressful events that color our lives. I believe in taking a client focused, strengths based, and mindful approach to helping clients discover their adaptive capacity for resilience.
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Ashley Majoros
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, APCC
Verified Verified
Seaside, CA 93955 (Online Only)
Hi there! I’m Ashley Majoros, MS, APCC (She/Her), and I'm a Clinical Counselor at Mental Health Connect. I’m passionate about helping you become your most authentic self. I know that navigating life’s challenges can be tough, especially when balancing different cultural identities and personal expectations. With a master’s degree in counseling with an emphasis on Multicultural Social Justice from San Diego State University, I’m here to offer you compassionate and personalized support.
Hi there! I’m Ashley Majoros, MS, APCC (She/Her), and I'm a Clinical Counselor at Mental Health Connect. I’m passionate about helping you become your most authentic self. I know that navigating life’s challenges can be tough, especially when balancing different cultural identities and personal expectations. With a master’s degree in counseling with an emphasis on Multicultural Social Justice from San Diego State University, I’m here to offer you compassionate and personalized support.
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Hello, my name is Miriam, but I go by Mim. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who was trained and received my master's in science of social work at Columbia University in New York City in 2006. I believe therapy can offer clients with a mental illness or who face struggles common to the human experience a chance to live a more meaningful and fulfilling life. I feel honored to be with my clients on their journey of healing and self-discovery. Clients can expect the first few sessions to involve an evaluation of their needs. A discussion will occur regarding the risks and benefits of therapy, confidentiality, and treatment goals.
Hello, my name is Miriam, but I go by Mim. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who was trained and received my master's in science of social work at Columbia University in New York City in 2006. I believe therapy can offer clients with a mental illness or who face struggles common to the human experience a chance to live a more meaningful and fulfilling life. I feel honored to be with my clients on their journey of healing and self-discovery. Clients can expect the first few sessions to involve an evaluation of their needs. A discussion will occur regarding the risks and benefits of therapy, confidentiality, and treatment goals.
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Marcia O Howard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seaside, CA 93955 (Online Only)
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience in mental health, specializing in trauma and abuse recovery. My journey began in Brazil, where I grew up in a diverse and challenging environment that shaped my understanding of human pain and resilience. Losing my parents at a young age and witnessing widespread trauma in my community instilled in me the compassion and commitment to helping others heal.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience in mental health, specializing in trauma and abuse recovery. My journey began in Brazil, where I grew up in a diverse and challenging environment that shaped my understanding of human pain and resilience. Losing my parents at a young age and witnessing widespread trauma in my community instilled in me the compassion and commitment to helping others heal.
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My name is Karina Gonzalez and I have been working in various mental health agencies for the past 10 years. I currently hold an active license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 115848) and have extensive experience working with individual clients who have been diagnosed with PTSD, bereavement, depression, anxiety, and/or ADD. I use varied approaches to therapy including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and narrative approaches.
My name is Karina Gonzalez and I have been working in various mental health agencies for the past 10 years. I currently hold an active license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 115848) and have extensive experience working with individual clients who have been diagnosed with PTSD, bereavement, depression, anxiety, and/or ADD. I use varied approaches to therapy including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and narrative approaches.
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My areas of interest and experience include treating children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral issues, ADHD, grief, acute stress, adjustment, women's issues, generational trauma, and cultural issues.
Hello! My name is Gloria Rojas and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. My goal is to provide a safe space to process, heal and rebuild. My services can be provided in English and Spanish and include interventions to identify the problem, find solutions, coping techniques, relaxation/stress management skills, goal setting, task management, insight, and skill building. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Problem-Solving Treatment, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
My areas of interest and experience include treating children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral issues, ADHD, grief, acute stress, adjustment, women's issues, generational trauma, and cultural issues.
Hello! My name is Gloria Rojas and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. My goal is to provide a safe space to process, heal and rebuild. My services can be provided in English and Spanish and include interventions to identify the problem, find solutions, coping techniques, relaxation/stress management skills, goal setting, task management, insight, and skill building. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Problem-Solving Treatment, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
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Greetings my name is Melanie Gensaw and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am Native American with Yurok, Maidu, and Pit River ancestry. I like to have a person-centered, solution-focused, and integrative approach based on the needs presented by the individual(s). My background has prepared me to work with individuals and couples navigating life transitions. My hope in using solution-focused therapy as a starting place is to help build coping skills related to anxiety, depression, and decreased stress based on the goals identified by you.
Greetings my name is Melanie Gensaw and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am Native American with Yurok, Maidu, and Pit River ancestry. I like to have a person-centered, solution-focused, and integrative approach based on the needs presented by the individual(s). My background has prepared me to work with individuals and couples navigating life transitions. My hope in using solution-focused therapy as a starting place is to help build coping skills related to anxiety, depression, and decreased stress based on the goals identified by you.
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Connections Family and Behavioral Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seaside, CA 93955
Does the world seem chaotic and to not make sense? Does it seem like you should be able to do more, but just can’t? Does it seem like there are rules to life everyone else knows? Does it seem like when things go wrong, it’s your fault, but you don’t know why? Are you exhausted from ‘playing the role' of yourself in your life, trying to ‘do it right'? All families want peace, all individuals want greater ease and understanding in their lives. With over 25 years of providing services to exceptional individuals, I know the importance of having the right support for the need at hand.
Does the world seem chaotic and to not make sense? Does it seem like you should be able to do more, but just can’t? Does it seem like there are rules to life everyone else knows? Does it seem like when things go wrong, it’s your fault, but you don’t know why? Are you exhausted from ‘playing the role' of yourself in your life, trying to ‘do it right'? All families want peace, all individuals want greater ease and understanding in their lives. With over 25 years of providing services to exceptional individuals, I know the importance of having the right support for the need at hand.
![Photo of Michelle Candace Martin Del Campo, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1f795259-e7c9-407a-8bda-ead0af21f897/1/320x400.jpeg)
Michelle Candace Martin Del Campo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Seaside, CA 93955
Sometimes circumstances in life can feel unbearable and we do not know how we are going to get through it. Experiencing trauma, a pandemic, racism, loss, pressures of work, school, relationships, and family issues can make us feel overwhelmed leading to all sorts of undesirable reactions and behaviors. Our need for inner peace and healthy coping is crucial for our mental, spiritual, and physical health. Practicing healthy ways of dealing with our emotions can help us feel calm and safe which our nervous system needs. We then, can respond to life in a healthier way.
Sometimes circumstances in life can feel unbearable and we do not know how we are going to get through it. Experiencing trauma, a pandemic, racism, loss, pressures of work, school, relationships, and family issues can make us feel overwhelmed leading to all sorts of undesirable reactions and behaviors. Our need for inner peace and healthy coping is crucial for our mental, spiritual, and physical health. Practicing healthy ways of dealing with our emotions can help us feel calm and safe which our nervous system needs. We then, can respond to life in a healthier way.
![Photo of Mary Sue Abernethy, BS, MA, RD, MFT, NNTS, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4d4f4e61-7620-4c84-8dc7-6b416a4f4c6b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Mary Sue Abernethy
Marriage & Family Therapist, BS, MA, RD, MFT, NNTS
Verified Verified
Seaside, CA 93955 (Online Only)
Welcome and congratulations for seeking help! I love working with people who want to rise up to their highest potential yet know they have some blocks to clear out of the way. Often patterns show up in our lives and we can't figure out how to change so that we are manifesting what we want in life. Don't wait any longer, get the support you deserve!
Welcome and congratulations for seeking help! I love working with people who want to rise up to their highest potential yet know they have some blocks to clear out of the way. Often patterns show up in our lives and we can't figure out how to change so that we are manifesting what we want in life. Don't wait any longer, get the support you deserve!
![Photo of Paula Donnelly, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46128eb9-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
" Welcome. You, like many of us at some point in our lives, may be dealing with an issue that you need help with at this time. Life is complicated and often stressful, and over time stress can impact our ability to cope as well as we would like. Perhaps you are struggling with changes in your mood, energy or self-esteem. Or experiencing problems in your relationships; perhaps having trouble functioning at work or in social situations. I have over 30 years experience working with individuals on these and other concerns.
" Welcome. You, like many of us at some point in our lives, may be dealing with an issue that you need help with at this time. Life is complicated and often stressful, and over time stress can impact our ability to cope as well as we would like. Perhaps you are struggling with changes in your mood, energy or self-esteem. Or experiencing problems in your relationships; perhaps having trouble functioning at work or in social situations. I have over 30 years experience working with individuals on these and other concerns.
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Sometimes we feel stuck; we may struggle with feelings or behaviors that make us feel isolated, distressed, confused, or lost. Trying to figure out who we are, coping with anxiety, self-criticism, loneliness, shame, depression/despair, healing from trauma, or improving our relationship with ourselves or others- know that there really are genuine ways to heal. We need to feel safe, be seen and heard: to be validated, understood and reassured for change to happen. So together, you and I will create a safe space for you to explore and understand what’s been keeping you where you are, so you can finally get to where you want to be.
Sometimes we feel stuck; we may struggle with feelings or behaviors that make us feel isolated, distressed, confused, or lost. Trying to figure out who we are, coping with anxiety, self-criticism, loneliness, shame, depression/despair, healing from trauma, or improving our relationship with ourselves or others- know that there really are genuine ways to heal. We need to feel safe, be seen and heard: to be validated, understood and reassured for change to happen. So together, you and I will create a safe space for you to explore and understand what’s been keeping you where you are, so you can finally get to where you want to be.
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I utilize my training and experience in Psychotherapy, Medical Hypnosis and Biofeedback to help you accomplish your desired goals. From my extensive background I utilize what will work best for you as an individual. A result of our work together is for you to become congruent within all aspects of your life; your actions, thoughts and feelings, while living to the fullest each and every day. I will help you overcome obstacles and develop healthy coping skills. I specialize in recovery from traumas (PTSD), grief and loss, integrating and assimilating chronic pain, addictive behaviors and other conditions.
I utilize my training and experience in Psychotherapy, Medical Hypnosis and Biofeedback to help you accomplish your desired goals. From my extensive background I utilize what will work best for you as an individual. A result of our work together is for you to become congruent within all aspects of your life; your actions, thoughts and feelings, while living to the fullest each and every day. I will help you overcome obstacles and develop healthy coping skills. I specialize in recovery from traumas (PTSD), grief and loss, integrating and assimilating chronic pain, addictive behaviors and other conditions.
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People come to therapy for various reasons. You may be in crisis or you may want to work on long-standing behaviors that are no longer working for you. Maybe negative self-talk is getting in your way, or repeating the same behavior expecting different results and aren't sure how to make the necessary changes. Therapy is a process, finding the right therapist is important.
People come to therapy for various reasons. You may be in crisis or you may want to work on long-standing behaviors that are no longer working for you. Maybe negative self-talk is getting in your way, or repeating the same behavior expecting different results and aren't sure how to make the necessary changes. Therapy is a process, finding the right therapist is important.
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Heaven Sent Christian Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seaside, CA 93955
Welcome! I want to commend you on taking the first step toward getting to a healthier you. I look forward to working together in a safe place free from judgment, life's busyness, isolation, past trauma, and overall stress. Do you want to work with someone who really gets you and where you are coming from? I know that is very important to me as I know one is able to open up with the right person. Ultimately, the goal is to help you get past life's past hurts, hang ups and negative habits. I look forward to helping you find more joy in your life!
Welcome! I want to commend you on taking the first step toward getting to a healthier you. I look forward to working together in a safe place free from judgment, life's busyness, isolation, past trauma, and overall stress. Do you want to work with someone who really gets you and where you are coming from? I know that is very important to me as I know one is able to open up with the right person. Ultimately, the goal is to help you get past life's past hurts, hang ups and negative habits. I look forward to helping you find more joy in your life!
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I am a licensed psychologist experienced in working with adolescents and adults. I create an empathic, collaborative, encouraging environment that allows people to explore their identity and relationships to live a more fulfilling life. I build a therapeutic relationship on mutual respect and support people in using their strengths to overcome challenges. I believe that discovering and developing a sense of purpose is an important part of the healing process.
I am a licensed psychologist experienced in working with adolescents and adults. I create an empathic, collaborative, encouraging environment that allows people to explore their identity and relationships to live a more fulfilling life. I build a therapeutic relationship on mutual respect and support people in using their strengths to overcome challenges. I believe that discovering and developing a sense of purpose is an important part of the healing process.
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My focus as a therapist is solution oriented, accessing inherent strengths to face the struggles we all encounter in life with new skills and insights. I enjoy working with clients who seek greater self understanding and changes in how they relate to themselves and others.
My focus as a therapist is solution oriented, accessing inherent strengths to face the struggles we all encounter in life with new skills and insights. I enjoy working with clients who seek greater self understanding and changes in how they relate to themselves and others.
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Working collaboratively, in a way that feels supportive, we will identify and reach goals in a timely manner to ensure you gain initial and sustainable relief. I offer effective support. With over a decade of experience working in private practice, mental health agencies, and schools, I have the training, education, and experience required to effectively treat a wide range of issues. Please contact me for a consultation.
Working collaboratively, in a way that feels supportive, we will identify and reach goals in a timely manner to ensure you gain initial and sustainable relief. I offer effective support. With over a decade of experience working in private practice, mental health agencies, and schools, I have the training, education, and experience required to effectively treat a wide range of issues. Please contact me for a consultation.
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Hi I’m Diana Martinez! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW.) For me, therapy is about getting you back to your previous level of functioning prior to developing mental health illness and assisting you in moving to a better, peaceful you. I have spent the past 20 years working as a therapist to do just that. When I’m not practicing therapy, I’m spending time with my husband, adult children, grandbabies, and hanging out with my large extended family. I enjoy brisk walking, watching movies, organizing, and gardening.
Hi I’m Diana Martinez! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW.) For me, therapy is about getting you back to your previous level of functioning prior to developing mental health illness and assisting you in moving to a better, peaceful you. I have spent the past 20 years working as a therapist to do just that. When I’m not practicing therapy, I’m spending time with my husband, adult children, grandbabies, and hanging out with my large extended family. I enjoy brisk walking, watching movies, organizing, and gardening.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.