Therapists in Ventura, CA
I am a therapist with over 9 years experience & provide a safe and nonjudgemental space for you to tap into your own personal growth and healing. I have worked with adults of all ages and backgrounds. Anxiety, depression, self-doubt getting in the way of you living your life to the fullest? Negative beliefs holding you back from achieving success in your career, life or relationships? I am trained in a therapy called Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing where we can go even deeper than traditional talk therapy and often process these unhelpful beliefs faster. Contact me for more information about EMDR therapy.
I am a therapist with over 9 years experience & provide a safe and nonjudgemental space for you to tap into your own personal growth and healing. I have worked with adults of all ages and backgrounds. Anxiety, depression, self-doubt getting in the way of you living your life to the fullest? Negative beliefs holding you back from achieving success in your career, life or relationships? I am trained in a therapy called Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing where we can go even deeper than traditional talk therapy and often process these unhelpful beliefs faster. Contact me for more information about EMDR therapy.
Hello, my name is Maritza Valdez and I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) working with clients throughout California. I specialize in working with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief/loss, medical illnesses, caregiving challenges, and substance use/addiction. I focus on using evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Hello, my name is Maritza Valdez and I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) working with clients throughout California. I specialize in working with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief/loss, medical illnesses, caregiving challenges, and substance use/addiction. I focus on using evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
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Counseling and Wellness of the Foothills, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oxnard, CA 93035 (Online Only)
Welcome to Counseling and Wellness of the Foothills. My name is Shannon Saltzman and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. As a therapist, I provide a warm, supportive, empathetic, non-judgemental, safe space for healing and recovery. I help clients move through whatever it is they may be struggling with and help them develop coping tools that they can continue to use beyond our time together. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 18 years of clinical social work experience. I specialize in treating adults ages 18+. I provide individual therapy to clients residing in the state of California
Welcome to Counseling and Wellness of the Foothills. My name is Shannon Saltzman and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. As a therapist, I provide a warm, supportive, empathetic, non-judgemental, safe space for healing and recovery. I help clients move through whatever it is they may be struggling with and help them develop coping tools that they can continue to use beyond our time together. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 18 years of clinical social work experience. I specialize in treating adults ages 18+. I provide individual therapy to clients residing in the state of California
I have been in private practice for over 20 years. I enjoy working with children, families, and adults in helping empower others to overcome difficult periods in life. While I do have occasional openings for therapy, I specialize in psychological testing and understanding the "big picture" to provide diagnosis and direction for treatment. I can assist in evaluations for learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Neuropsychological deficits, developmental delays, behavior disorders, sexual disorders, Forensic (Competency, Psychosexual risk), school evaluations, Spanish-speaking evals, and more.
I have been in private practice for over 20 years. I enjoy working with children, families, and adults in helping empower others to overcome difficult periods in life. While I do have occasional openings for therapy, I specialize in psychological testing and understanding the "big picture" to provide diagnosis and direction for treatment. I can assist in evaluations for learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Neuropsychological deficits, developmental delays, behavior disorders, sexual disorders, Forensic (Competency, Psychosexual risk), school evaluations, Spanish-speaking evals, and more.
Have you been moving through life struggling to reach goals, maintain healthy relationships, and experience academic or professional success and fulfillment? Did you miss the opportunity to focus on your mental health as an anchor to support your self-esteem and wellbeing? I want to provide a safe space for you to explore your inner world – your thoughts, beliefs, and interpretations of events that trigger mood instability- and discover adaptive strategies to ground yourself and feel more confident navigating life’s challenges.
Have you been moving through life struggling to reach goals, maintain healthy relationships, and experience academic or professional success and fulfillment? Did you miss the opportunity to focus on your mental health as an anchor to support your self-esteem and wellbeing? I want to provide a safe space for you to explore your inner world – your thoughts, beliefs, and interpretations of events that trigger mood instability- and discover adaptive strategies to ground yourself and feel more confident navigating life’s challenges.
Online Therapists
Dominique Ariana Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90032
My name is Dominique Thompson, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Bernadino, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with all ages ranging from children to older adults. I specialize in trauma, stress, anxiety, and depression, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interview Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
My name is Dominique Thompson, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Bernadino, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with all ages ranging from children to older adults. I specialize in trauma, stress, anxiety, and depression, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interview Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
I specialize in working with older adults, chronic illnesses, and those dealing with complicated grief.
Hello, my name is Redd Davis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I provide client-focused psychotherapy treatment to empower and enrich individuals despite challenges. I specialize in working with older adults and individuals experiencing difficulty coping with grief. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to achieve goals using intuitive, insightful, and reality-based interventions. I believe individuals can be aware of their own needs and support empowering clients to lead treatment based upon what is meaningful to them.
I specialize in working with older adults, chronic illnesses, and those dealing with complicated grief.
Hello, my name is Redd Davis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I provide client-focused psychotherapy treatment to empower and enrich individuals despite challenges. I specialize in working with older adults and individuals experiencing difficulty coping with grief. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to achieve goals using intuitive, insightful, and reality-based interventions. I believe individuals can be aware of their own needs and support empowering clients to lead treatment based upon what is meaningful to them.
Hello, my name is Danielle Austin, LCSW and my approach to the therapeutic process is to authentically engage with my client in their process to act as a guid and support when someone is looking for changes but may not know where to begin or how to move forward on their own. My main focus is in trauma work, and trauma looks different for everyone so my work is very individualized for each person. I have extensive experience with the following populations, older adults, parents, veterans, LGBTQIA+, domestic violence survivors, people experiencing anxiety, PTSD, psychosis, and substance use.
Hello, my name is Danielle Austin, LCSW and my approach to the therapeutic process is to authentically engage with my client in their process to act as a guid and support when someone is looking for changes but may not know where to begin or how to move forward on their own. My main focus is in trauma work, and trauma looks different for everyone so my work is very individualized for each person. I have extensive experience with the following populations, older adults, parents, veterans, LGBTQIA+, domestic violence survivors, people experiencing anxiety, PTSD, psychosis, and substance use.
New Life Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
Granada Hills, CA 91344
We also offer therapy for the elderly population (65+), the underserved population that least likely to report receiving mental health care, despite common struggles with anxiety, depression, bereavement, social isolation, dementia, hopelessness, and transitions of aging.
We assist clients in developing a clinical understanding of their emotions/behaviors in the context of their relationships with others. Assisting clients to understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings and responses helps them gain control over themselves and their environment. When life happens, and we are in the midst of chaos, our brain gets stuck and begins to believe that there are no options available; but sometimes we need a push, an emotional support, or just someone to talk to, to help us un-knot the chaos in our mind with the essential problem-solving skills that we need to manage our lives properly.
We also offer therapy for the elderly population (65+), the underserved population that least likely to report receiving mental health care, despite common struggles with anxiety, depression, bereavement, social isolation, dementia, hopelessness, and transitions of aging.
We assist clients in developing a clinical understanding of their emotions/behaviors in the context of their relationships with others. Assisting clients to understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings and responses helps them gain control over themselves and their environment. When life happens, and we are in the midst of chaos, our brain gets stuck and begins to believe that there are no options available; but sometimes we need a push, an emotional support, or just someone to talk to, to help us un-knot the chaos in our mind with the essential problem-solving skills that we need to manage our lives properly.
My clinical specialties include traumatic brain injury, stroke, dementia, attention deficit disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Phobias and Panic Disorders.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in neuropsychological evaluation, cognitive rehabilitation, and psychotherapy. I obtained my PhD Clinical Psychology from Loma Linda University and completed my fellowship at UCLA, pre-doctoral internship at Vanderbilt University, and Bachelor's degree from USC. I also received clinical training at the West Los Angeles VA Healthcare System, UCLA's Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior, and the Loma Linda University Behavioral Health Institute.
My clinical specialties include traumatic brain injury, stroke, dementia, attention deficit disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Phobias and Panic Disorders.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in neuropsychological evaluation, cognitive rehabilitation, and psychotherapy. I obtained my PhD Clinical Psychology from Loma Linda University and completed my fellowship at UCLA, pre-doctoral internship at Vanderbilt University, and Bachelor's degree from USC. I also received clinical training at the West Los Angeles VA Healthcare System, UCLA's Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior, and the Loma Linda University Behavioral Health Institute.
Chase Espinoza: Testing And Evaluations
Psychologist, PsyD, Testing, Neuro, Evals, Assess
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92618
dementia, memory, brain injury.
I provide several types of psychological, employment-related, psychoeducational, developmental, and neuropsychological evaluations. State-of-the-art methods including TOVA and interactive iPad-based tests for efficient and accurate services. I am insurance-contracted and work with diverse populations and testing purposes. If you are recommended, requested, or ordered to undergo assessment, please reach out. You will receive a high-quality, scientifically informed evaluation, with a comprehensive report, feedback, and recommendations. I am a practicing clinical and professorial member of the International Neuropsychological Society.
dementia, memory, brain injury.
I provide several types of psychological, employment-related, psychoeducational, developmental, and neuropsychological evaluations. State-of-the-art methods including TOVA and interactive iPad-based tests for efficient and accurate services. I am insurance-contracted and work with diverse populations and testing purposes. If you are recommended, requested, or ordered to undergo assessment, please reach out. You will receive a high-quality, scientifically informed evaluation, with a comprehensive report, feedback, and recommendations. I am a practicing clinical and professorial member of the International Neuropsychological Society.
Belinda Nunez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
I have dedicated myself over the last decade to providing efficient, empathetic, and supportive services to countless clients with various needs and circumstances from differing backgrounds and of various ages. I have worked with children in the foster system, teens on probation, babies and parents struggling with attachment, victims of domestic violence, older adults with memory loss, individuals of all ages diagnosed with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities and countless other mental health needs in various social/family/ environmental circumstances. I have over a year experience in providing therapy via Telehealth.
I have dedicated myself over the last decade to providing efficient, empathetic, and supportive services to countless clients with various needs and circumstances from differing backgrounds and of various ages. I have worked with children in the foster system, teens on probation, babies and parents struggling with attachment, victims of domestic violence, older adults with memory loss, individuals of all ages diagnosed with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities and countless other mental health needs in various social/family/ environmental circumstances. I have over a year experience in providing therapy via Telehealth.
In addition to psychotherapy, I specialize in psychological assessment, diagnostic assessment, general neuropsychological testing including evaluations for dementia and competency, sports neuropsychology, and separation and divorce counseling.
I combine a unique and specialized form of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) based on Choice Theory with a Family Systems approach to treatment. I view maladaptive behavioral patterns as a result of inadequate or dysfunctional life choices. I assist my clients in recognizing these patterns of behavior and encourage them to draw realistic and practical solutions to the things that are hindering growth and happiness through the choices they make in life. I work collaboratively with my clients using a "here and now" problem-solving technique and develop a treatment plan that uses psychotherapy, exercise, nutrition, and social support networks.
In addition to psychotherapy, I specialize in psychological assessment, diagnostic assessment, general neuropsychological testing including evaluations for dementia and competency, sports neuropsychology, and separation and divorce counseling.
I combine a unique and specialized form of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) based on Choice Theory with a Family Systems approach to treatment. I view maladaptive behavioral patterns as a result of inadequate or dysfunctional life choices. I assist my clients in recognizing these patterns of behavior and encourage them to draw realistic and practical solutions to the things that are hindering growth and happiness through the choices they make in life. I work collaboratively with my clients using a "here and now" problem-solving technique and develop a treatment plan that uses psychotherapy, exercise, nutrition, and social support networks.
Online Virtual Therapy With Kim Roberson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Book with me now by clicking on my website! As an integrative based Therapist, I honor the need for creating a safe, non judgmental partnership between myself and the client. By empathizing with, and validating the client’s feelings, the goal is to hold an open space to process emotions and thus promote healing.
Book with me now by clicking on my website! As an integrative based Therapist, I honor the need for creating a safe, non judgmental partnership between myself and the client. By empathizing with, and validating the client’s feelings, the goal is to hold an open space to process emotions and thus promote healing.
Welcome, I am Dr. Sue Pollington. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of California, Nevada, and Montana, for the past 36 years. Focusing on cliented centered treatment as each person is unique and deserves the attention and time needed to focus on attaining their goals. As as Therapist I am here for you, not the other way around. My theraputic approach with clients is based on their needs. This may call for cognative behavioral therapys, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational therapy aproaches or a host of other modalities which we discuss and decide on together. The client is the head of our treatment team.
Welcome, I am Dr. Sue Pollington. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of California, Nevada, and Montana, for the past 36 years. Focusing on cliented centered treatment as each person is unique and deserves the attention and time needed to focus on attaining their goals. As as Therapist I am here for you, not the other way around. My theraputic approach with clients is based on their needs. This may call for cognative behavioral therapys, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational therapy aproaches or a host of other modalities which we discuss and decide on together. The client is the head of our treatment team.
We are a result of every single experience in life, good or bad. Over the course of a lifetime, we developed habits and perspectives that helped us to cope with suffering. However, when those old methods no longer serve, it is time to let another person to walk alongside in order to examine and discover new ways for dealing with life's challenges. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental and empathetic environment that fosters self reflection in order to encourage personal transformation and learning what works for you. Taking the first step might be difficult, but you will be glad you did it. Hablo Espa˜ñol.
We are a result of every single experience in life, good or bad. Over the course of a lifetime, we developed habits and perspectives that helped us to cope with suffering. However, when those old methods no longer serve, it is time to let another person to walk alongside in order to examine and discover new ways for dealing with life's challenges. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental and empathetic environment that fosters self reflection in order to encourage personal transformation and learning what works for you. Taking the first step might be difficult, but you will be glad you did it. Hablo Espa˜ñol.
My path has to lead me to be here with you on this journey and it is my honor to grace this path with you.
My path has to lead me to be here with you on this journey and it is my honor to grace this path with you.
Hi there, I'm Blake, a licensed clinical social worker. I've helped people with many issues like anxiety, depression, personality disorders, grief, divorce, severe mental diagnoses, and many more. I am trained in many different therapies and tailor a plan to each patient, rather than tailoring a patient to a plan. In my view, people used to mostly lived in close-knit communities, which has eroded with the advances in transportation and technology. Most people have lost the social support our forebearers had. Mental Health Professionals have taken on this role and are an excellent resource to improve your well-being.
Hi there, I'm Blake, a licensed clinical social worker. I've helped people with many issues like anxiety, depression, personality disorders, grief, divorce, severe mental diagnoses, and many more. I am trained in many different therapies and tailor a plan to each patient, rather than tailoring a patient to a plan. In my view, people used to mostly lived in close-knit communities, which has eroded with the advances in transportation and technology. Most people have lost the social support our forebearers had. Mental Health Professionals have taken on this role and are an excellent resource to improve your well-being.
Erin T Childs
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Valley Village, CA 91607 (Online Only)
Ms. Childs is a dynamic, interactive therapist who has been in mental health and wellness for over 30 years. She is dually licensed as a Marriage, Family and Child Counseling and as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Additionally she is also trained in telemental-health and credentialed as a Distance Counselor. Utilizing traditional and non-traditional resources, she involves the whole person in the therapeutic experience. Her collaborative, strength based approach empowers clients to succeed in their identified goals and issue resolution. Sessions are by distance counseling/telehealth.
Ms. Childs is a dynamic, interactive therapist who has been in mental health and wellness for over 30 years. She is dually licensed as a Marriage, Family and Child Counseling and as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Additionally she is also trained in telemental-health and credentialed as a Distance Counselor. Utilizing traditional and non-traditional resources, she involves the whole person in the therapeutic experience. Her collaborative, strength based approach empowers clients to succeed in their identified goals and issue resolution. Sessions are by distance counseling/telehealth.
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Dementia Therapists
Can dementia patients benefit from counseling?
Dementia patients can often benefit significantly from counseling. While neurologists typically treat dementia itself, counselors provide crucial emotional support for patients and their families. Therapists specializing in dementia can help clients navigate aging, end-of-life issues, social isolation, sleep challenges, and grief. They can also assist clients in adapting to the disease by addressing caregiving concerns and supporting family members. Counselors will often also collaborate with a patient's neurologist or other medical providers to manage dementia symptoms and medication needs.
How can you tell if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's?
To determine if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's disease, there are several signs and diagnostic methods that medical professionals use. Early signs of dementia often include memory loss, difficulty with problem-solving, and challenges in completing familiar tasks. Diagnosing dementia or Alzheimer's requires a comprehensive approach, as there is no single definitive test, and initial diagnosis can sometimes be difficult as symptoms tend to worsen progressively over time. To make a diagnosis, medical professionals typically use a combination of methods, including standardized questionnaires and cognitive tests to assess memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, psychiatric evaluations to understand mental health status, brain scans to look for physical changes in the brain, as well as other medical tests to rule out other conditions.
What are the first-line treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease?
There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease, but catching the disease in its early-to-moderate phases can be beneficial in order to initiate first-line treatments to help manage symptoms. Medications such as galantamine, rivastigmine, and donepezil are examples of cholinesterase inhibitors that are commonly prescribed for Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, working with a therapist or social worker can also often help patients with the disease address common behavioral and lifestyle concerns, such as anxiety, depression, irritability, sleep problems, social support, and housing changes.
When to seek treatment for Alzheimer’s?
It’s best to seek treatment at the first signs of Alzheimer's. Early warning signs of Alzheimer’s include memory problems, such as forgetting appointments or directions, as well as trouble concentrating, paying attention, retrieving words, and carrying out daily household tasks. An early diagnosis can help people slow the progression of the disease with medication and plan for the future in terms of housing, social/caregiving support, and finances.