Marriage Counseling Therapists in Ventura, CA
Allisa M Giannini
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93004 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist with 15 yrs working with women, children and families. I work with new mothers or pregnant women who are struggling with changes in mood and functioning due to their changing bodies and hormones. I also work with school age children, young adults and women. I have a background in child development and enjoy working with little ones and their families to increase attachment, decrease behavioral issues and promote healthy development. I welcome parents to work with me around parenting concerns, life transitions, relationship difficulties and identity. Individual or family sessions available.
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist with 15 yrs working with women, children and families. I work with new mothers or pregnant women who are struggling with changes in mood and functioning due to their changing bodies and hormones. I also work with school age children, young adults and women. I have a background in child development and enjoy working with little ones and their families to increase attachment, decrease behavioral issues and promote healthy development. I welcome parents to work with me around parenting concerns, life transitions, relationship difficulties and identity. Individual or family sessions available.
Yvette Rae Hinojosa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93003 (Online Only)
A California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Art Therapist (ATR), Clinical Eco-Therapist, Certified Yoga Teacher, and Holy Fire Reiki Master.
I come from diverse backgrounds including Native American Mexica, Spanish, and European descent. In California, I provided therapy services in community clinics, schools, after-school programs and homes. I first moved to Hawai’i over a decade ago and am so grateful for online platforms now allowing me to utilizing my CA LMFT license in private practice. My journey has taken me to Europe, Asia, Mexico and the Hawaiian Islands, where I delved into fine art, various healing arts, spirituality, meditation, and indigenous ceremonies to help align you to wisdom’s higher truths.
A California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Art Therapist (ATR), Clinical Eco-Therapist, Certified Yoga Teacher, and Holy Fire Reiki Master.
I come from diverse backgrounds including Native American Mexica, Spanish, and European descent. In California, I provided therapy services in community clinics, schools, after-school programs and homes. I first moved to Hawai’i over a decade ago and am so grateful for online platforms now allowing me to utilizing my CA LMFT license in private practice. My journey has taken me to Europe, Asia, Mexico and the Hawaiian Islands, where I delved into fine art, various healing arts, spirituality, meditation, and indigenous ceremonies to help align you to wisdom’s higher truths.
Paul R Booth
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPCC, MFT, MAC, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93003 (Online Only)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Master's Addiction Counselor with specialty certifications in multiple areas.
39 + years experience in Addiction and Recovery Disorders: Integration Guide, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, etc., Military, State/National Specialty Certifications: Addictions (Sex, Alcohol, Drugs, Gambling, Internet, DOT & Legal Assessments. Sobriety Monitoring Impaired Professionals, Family Systems Interventions, Adults, ACA/Codependency. Out-of-state DUI Assessments and counseling, Gambling Counseling for gamblers and/or family members at no cost to the client.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Master's Addiction Counselor with specialty certifications in multiple areas.
39 + years experience in Addiction and Recovery Disorders: Integration Guide, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, etc., Military, State/National Specialty Certifications: Addictions (Sex, Alcohol, Drugs, Gambling, Internet, DOT & Legal Assessments. Sobriety Monitoring Impaired Professionals, Family Systems Interventions, Adults, ACA/Codependency. Out-of-state DUI Assessments and counseling, Gambling Counseling for gamblers and/or family members at no cost to the client.
In-Person Sessions Available! Hi there, congratulations on the first step of searching for a therapist! My name is Quinn and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist accepting IN-PERSON clients in Ventura. I am focused on working with young adults going through life transitions. You might feel stuck, and I am here to help guide you to a more productive and stable life. EMDR trained.
In-Person Sessions Available! Hi there, congratulations on the first step of searching for a therapist! My name is Quinn and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist accepting IN-PERSON clients in Ventura. I am focused on working with young adults going through life transitions. You might feel stuck, and I am here to help guide you to a more productive and stable life. EMDR trained.
My clients come to therapy when they feel overwhelmed with difficulties they encounter in their lives. At times, some of them experience difficulties with: * A breakdown in communication. * Mistrust in a marriage or in a significant relationship. * The ongoing challenges of raising children or blending families. * Finding a balance in their personal lives. * Feeling out of touch, angry, anxious, confused or depressed.
My clients come to therapy when they feel overwhelmed with difficulties they encounter in their lives. At times, some of them experience difficulties with: * A breakdown in communication. * Mistrust in a marriage or in a significant relationship. * The ongoing challenges of raising children or blending families. * Finding a balance in their personal lives. * Feeling out of touch, angry, anxious, confused or depressed.
Maple Counseling Center of Ventura
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003
Welcome to Maple Counseling Center created to provide quality care for the Medi-cal, Carelon client. We have a staff of 20 incredibly talented trainees, associates and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, who are ready to assist you in creating the life you want! They have varied backgrounds and all share a passion to work hard for their clients. Located in Ventura, right off the Victoria exit. In person or Telehealth appointments available. We are adding registered associates to ease the wait time to be seen.
Welcome to Maple Counseling Center created to provide quality care for the Medi-cal, Carelon client. We have a staff of 20 incredibly talented trainees, associates and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, who are ready to assist you in creating the life you want! They have varied backgrounds and all share a passion to work hard for their clients. Located in Ventura, right off the Victoria exit. In person or Telehealth appointments available. We are adding registered associates to ease the wait time to be seen.
While therapy can be challenging to face, I try to make the process as easy as possible, hopefully even enjoyable. I enjoy working with adult individuals who are curious about themselves, introspective/reflective, and interested in personal growth and identity development. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 20 years of experience working with individuals who cope with Dissociative Disorders including DID, and also PTSD/CPTSD. My training has been heavily focused on helping people heal from painful experiences while simultaneously deeply learning about themselves.
While therapy can be challenging to face, I try to make the process as easy as possible, hopefully even enjoyable. I enjoy working with adult individuals who are curious about themselves, introspective/reflective, and interested in personal growth and identity development. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 20 years of experience working with individuals who cope with Dissociative Disorders including DID, and also PTSD/CPTSD. My training has been heavily focused on helping people heal from painful experiences while simultaneously deeply learning about themselves.
Hi there! I’m Taryn Van Vliet (she/her), a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at The Therapy Cove in Ventura, California. I help people navigate relationship challenges and family conflicts, especially during times of change or high stress. Whether you’re an adult, a couple, a family, or a parent of a young child dealing with anxiety, depression, or trauma, I’m here to support you.
Hi there! I’m Taryn Van Vliet (she/her), a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at The Therapy Cove in Ventura, California. I help people navigate relationship challenges and family conflicts, especially during times of change or high stress. Whether you’re an adult, a couple, a family, or a parent of a young child dealing with anxiety, depression, or trauma, I’m here to support you.
Craig Melton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CGCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003
I am a marriage and family therapist in California working with children, families, teens and professional athletes. My specialties include life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationship problems, family stress, parenting, children with developmental delay, addiction and anger management. My counseling style is authentic and interactive. My approach is strength based and combines a cognitive-behavioral approach while utilizing mindfulness; solution-focused, and existential modalities.
I am a marriage and family therapist in California working with children, families, teens and professional athletes. My specialties include life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationship problems, family stress, parenting, children with developmental delay, addiction and anger management. My counseling style is authentic and interactive. My approach is strength based and combines a cognitive-behavioral approach while utilizing mindfulness; solution-focused, and existential modalities.
Vonda ("Vondie") Lozano
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003
I've been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 25 years.
Are you fighting about the same things over and over? Do things seem to be getting worse instead of better? Do your fights leave you feeling sad and discouraged or worried about the future? Or if you're single, do you find yourself dating "the same guy with a different face." You keep repeating the same patterns that leave you feeling unloved and alone. You shouldn't have to feel this bad. And it doesn't have to be like this. You deserve a good loving relationship, the kind we all really want.
I've been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 25 years.
Are you fighting about the same things over and over? Do things seem to be getting worse instead of better? Do your fights leave you feeling sad and discouraged or worried about the future? Or if you're single, do you find yourself dating "the same guy with a different face." You keep repeating the same patterns that leave you feeling unloved and alone. You shouldn't have to feel this bad. And it doesn't have to be like this. You deserve a good loving relationship, the kind we all really want.
Specialties: Crisis support (grief and loss), parenting issues, relational difficulties ( marital/longterm), anxiety disorders, depression, family conflict, young adult/students, substance issues, responsible use of social media, military service men and woman, terminal illness, expecting couples, pre- marital,.
Seeking support is difficult for anyone. Whether it is for an individual, family, or there is support. Over 15 years experience working in a variety of environments. People just want to get some relief and feel supported when navigating difficult circumstances. I have several years working at the University level, Behavioral Health, schools, and in the private sector. My focus is private practice and there is support for whatever is going on in your life currently. I am a referral source for several local companies, doctor offices, schools, as well as a consultant for TV/Film, and professional athletes.
Specialties: Crisis support (grief and loss), parenting issues, relational difficulties ( marital/longterm), anxiety disorders, depression, family conflict, young adult/students, substance issues, responsible use of social media, military service men and woman, terminal illness, expecting couples, pre- marital,.
Seeking support is difficult for anyone. Whether it is for an individual, family, or there is support. Over 15 years experience working in a variety of environments. People just want to get some relief and feel supported when navigating difficult circumstances. I have several years working at the University level, Behavioral Health, schools, and in the private sector. My focus is private practice and there is support for whatever is going on in your life currently. I am a referral source for several local companies, doctor offices, schools, as well as a consultant for TV/Film, and professional athletes.
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Locations: California. To make an appointment, please visit our website and complete "Start Services". If you have questions, please visit our website and submit your questions online.
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Dr. Demi Shugrue
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PsyD, RN, BS, MA, LPCC, MFT
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93001
The path to mental wellness is a journey through the challenges life has placed in our paths. One cannot live a well-connected life without care and attention to one's own mental wellness. Issues related to anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, family discord or marital stumbling blocks distract your mind and derail your lives, causing emotional turmoil and decreased quality to the living experience. Each of us is responsible to attend and maintain our Mental Wellness as to stay relationally healthy and emotionally engaged in the experience of living.
The path to mental wellness is a journey through the challenges life has placed in our paths. One cannot live a well-connected life without care and attention to one's own mental wellness. Issues related to anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, family discord or marital stumbling blocks distract your mind and derail your lives, causing emotional turmoil and decreased quality to the living experience. Each of us is responsible to attend and maintain our Mental Wellness as to stay relationally healthy and emotionally engaged in the experience of living.
Monarca Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003 (Online Only)
Hey mama, life does not always go as planned. Do you feel others don't understand you? Maybe you have gone through a traumatic event, such as baby loss, TFMR, infertility, miscarriage, traumatic birth, or have had a baby in nicu. Or maybe you're having a hard time bonding with your baby, marital/ family conflict, unmet expectations or postpartum depression and/or anxiety. If this sounds like you, you are in the right place and deserve compassion, tailored support and to feel in control again. I offer a safe non judgmental space. At Monarca Therapy, I specialize in perinatal mental health. It's all about you
Hey mama, life does not always go as planned. Do you feel others don't understand you? Maybe you have gone through a traumatic event, such as baby loss, TFMR, infertility, miscarriage, traumatic birth, or have had a baby in nicu. Or maybe you're having a hard time bonding with your baby, marital/ family conflict, unmet expectations or postpartum depression and/or anxiety. If this sounds like you, you are in the right place and deserve compassion, tailored support and to feel in control again. I offer a safe non judgmental space. At Monarca Therapy, I specialize in perinatal mental health. It's all about you
Struggling in your marriage or relationship? Are you in need of couples or marriage counseling due to issues like infidelity or crossed boundaries? Relationships are challenging, especially when conflict is avoided, leading to built-up emotions and explosive moments. High emotions result in defensive walls, hindering problem-solving. If recurring problems leave you feeling stuck, let’s work together to break the cycle and foster healthier communication in your relationship.
Struggling in your marriage or relationship? Are you in need of couples or marriage counseling due to issues like infidelity or crossed boundaries? Relationships are challenging, especially when conflict is avoided, leading to built-up emotions and explosive moments. High emotions result in defensive walls, hindering problem-solving. If recurring problems leave you feeling stuck, let’s work together to break the cycle and foster healthier communication in your relationship.
Also experienced in sports psychology, pre and post marital therapy and effective child, adolescent individual and family treatment perspectives.
A 20 year licensed clinician, working with children, families, individuals and couples. A cognitive behavioral therapist providing efficient and effective client informed treatment services.
Also experienced in sports psychology, pre and post marital therapy and effective child, adolescent individual and family treatment perspectives.
A 20 year licensed clinician, working with children, families, individuals and couples. A cognitive behavioral therapist providing efficient and effective client informed treatment services.
I have experience in working with a variety of issues, including relationship issues, weight and eating issues, trauma (incest, abuse, rape, crime, accidents, ptsd, tbi), marriage, divorce, family conflict, career/work problems, spiritual issues, identity development, anxiety and depression.
My approach is accepting, caring, confidential and non-judgmental, as well as practical and grounded. I help people to get clarity about their problems, and to connect with their own inner wisdom, creativity, self awareness, and healing. This allows for a natural emergence of positive choices, good solutions, and actions that are in alignment with their true selves and deepest desires. I work with individuals, couples, teens and families on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and developing more trust and acceptance, which helps to improve closeness and positive feelings in relationships.
I have experience in working with a variety of issues, including relationship issues, weight and eating issues, trauma (incest, abuse, rape, crime, accidents, ptsd, tbi), marriage, divorce, family conflict, career/work problems, spiritual issues, identity development, anxiety and depression.
My approach is accepting, caring, confidential and non-judgmental, as well as practical and grounded. I help people to get clarity about their problems, and to connect with their own inner wisdom, creativity, self awareness, and healing. This allows for a natural emergence of positive choices, good solutions, and actions that are in alignment with their true selves and deepest desires. I work with individuals, couples, teens and families on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and developing more trust and acceptance, which helps to improve closeness and positive feelings in relationships.
Mackenzie Morrison
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003 (Online Only)
Are you navigating the complexities of your marriage or relationships, adolescence, or significant life changes? If you are facing communication challenges, struggling with the unique issues adolescence brings, or grappling with the impact of life-altering transitions that may cause anxiety or feelings of depression then this might be the right place for you. My goal is to provide a safe space where clients can explore these issues, express their concerns, and work towards fostering healthier connections or adapting to change.
Are you navigating the complexities of your marriage or relationships, adolescence, or significant life changes? If you are facing communication challenges, struggling with the unique issues adolescence brings, or grappling with the impact of life-altering transitions that may cause anxiety or feelings of depression then this might be the right place for you. My goal is to provide a safe space where clients can explore these issues, express their concerns, and work towards fostering healthier connections or adapting to change.
Feeling overwhelmed? Struggling with feelings of anxiety or depression? Feeling stuck in your relationship or marriage? Feeling lost or frozen because of trauma you've experienced? No matter where you may find yourself, I am so grateful that you are here!
Feeling overwhelmed? Struggling with feelings of anxiety or depression? Feeling stuck in your relationship or marriage? Feeling lost or frozen because of trauma you've experienced? No matter where you may find yourself, I am so grateful that you are here!
Daniel Nieto Lopez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93001
I earned my Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage in Family Therapy from California Lutheran University.
Hello, I'm Daniel, a bilingual Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who provides treatment in English and Spanish. I am passionate about supporting individuals, families, and couples through challenging moments in their lives. I value the importance of the therapeutic alliance and am dedicated to ensuring a safe space and positive experience for all of my clients. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. My experience includes supporting clients through depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
I earned my Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage in Family Therapy from California Lutheran University.
Hello, I'm Daniel, a bilingual Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who provides treatment in English and Spanish. I am passionate about supporting individuals, families, and couples through challenging moments in their lives. I value the importance of the therapeutic alliance and am dedicated to ensuring a safe space and positive experience for all of my clients. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. My experience includes supporting clients through depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.