Domestic Abuse Therapists in Yucaipa, CA
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Katharine Braun
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Yucaipa, CA 92399 (Online Only)
I treat stress, anxiety and depression, co-dependency, and chronic illness and caregivers coping with a loved one’s chronic illness as well as recovery from hidden abuse, narcissistic victim syndrome, sexual abuse/assault, trauma, grief and loss.
The decision to begin therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. It often takes courage to reach out for help. Counseling can be the bridge that allows you to not only work through life's challenges, but also realize your own strengths and resiliencies. We will work together to help you identify the underlying causes that may be keeping you from all that you are meant to be. I provide a safe place where you can find self understanding, gain insight, better judgment, healing, growth, restoration and empowerment for lasting change. It is my passion to help you achieve relief from distress or improve your relationships.
I treat stress, anxiety and depression, co-dependency, and chronic illness and caregivers coping with a loved one’s chronic illness as well as recovery from hidden abuse, narcissistic victim syndrome, sexual abuse/assault, trauma, grief and loss.
The decision to begin therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. It often takes courage to reach out for help. Counseling can be the bridge that allows you to not only work through life's challenges, but also realize your own strengths and resiliencies. We will work together to help you identify the underlying causes that may be keeping you from all that you are meant to be. I provide a safe place where you can find self understanding, gain insight, better judgment, healing, growth, restoration and empowerment for lasting change. It is my passion to help you achieve relief from distress or improve your relationships.
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Parra Counseling and Wellness Services, APC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Yucaipa, CA 92399
Anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship/family problems, behavioral issues and academic concerns are just some of the areas I work with.
Are you seeking change in your life, would you like to feel better, become more empowered and have support along the way? All of this is possible. No matter where you're at in life or what your goals are you can get the support you need. My goal as a therapist is to help you live the life you want to live and be happy doing it. I specialize in helping people see things differently, recognize their strengths, set healthy goals with a plan to achieve them, and live a more fulfilling life that brings them happiness and peace.
Anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship/family problems, behavioral issues and academic concerns are just some of the areas I work with.
Are you seeking change in your life, would you like to feel better, become more empowered and have support along the way? All of this is possible. No matter where you're at in life or what your goals are you can get the support you need. My goal as a therapist is to help you live the life you want to live and be happy doing it. I specialize in helping people see things differently, recognize their strengths, set healthy goals with a plan to achieve them, and live a more fulfilling life that brings them happiness and peace.
The Well Counseling Center is a group practice who employees several counselors allowing you to pick the right match for your personality and needs. Our counselors have experience working with Elementary through geriatric clients and address a large scope of issues we face in our world today. Call us today and our intake coordinator can help identify the right counselor for you and will walk you through the scheduling process.
The Well Counseling Center is a group practice who employees several counselors allowing you to pick the right match for your personality and needs. Our counselors have experience working with Elementary through geriatric clients and address a large scope of issues we face in our world today. Call us today and our intake coordinator can help identify the right counselor for you and will walk you through the scheduling process.
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Spring To Autumn Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Yucaipa, CA 92399
Need support to tackle some of life's difficulties? It is ok to ask for help sometimes. Many of the individuals and families who contact us are all looking for the same tools: learning to cope and reduce stress, overcoming trauma, and finding peace of mind. We help tackle everyday issues with an evidenced based behavioral approach. We help with marital/premarital counseling, individuals with depression, anxiety, or mood issues, children and teenage struggles and much more. We are ready to help with providing support and making positive changes. We are a group practice with many therapist options to choose from.
Need support to tackle some of life's difficulties? It is ok to ask for help sometimes. Many of the individuals and families who contact us are all looking for the same tools: learning to cope and reduce stress, overcoming trauma, and finding peace of mind. We help tackle everyday issues with an evidenced based behavioral approach. We help with marital/premarital counseling, individuals with depression, anxiety, or mood issues, children and teenage struggles and much more. We are ready to help with providing support and making positive changes. We are a group practice with many therapist options to choose from.
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My ideal client is an adult struggling with anxiety, stress, relationship issues, or depression. They seek a personalized approach, valuing human connection over rigid theories. We collaborate to find the best methods for their concerns and goals, blending psycho-education, skill-building, and processing. They're motivated to explore deeper issues beyond symptom management. As the expert of their own experience, they guide the process while I support and walk alongside them, helping them manage emotions and understand the root of their problems.
My ideal client is an adult struggling with anxiety, stress, relationship issues, or depression. They seek a personalized approach, valuing human connection over rigid theories. We collaborate to find the best methods for their concerns and goals, blending psycho-education, skill-building, and processing. They're motivated to explore deeper issues beyond symptom management. As the expert of their own experience, they guide the process while I support and walk alongside them, helping them manage emotions and understand the root of their problems.
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As a parent, it's so hard to watch your teen or young adult struggle. You know they're capable of so much, yet they seem to be sidelined by lack of energy, confusion about who they are, and an inability to see a bright future for themselves. I enjoy working with teens and young adults who struggle with tackling life. I'm skilled with helping young adults and teens who feel “stuck” – they know they're capable of so much, but they just don’t know where to start in making the life of their dreams happen. I know how to work with young people so that they gain much needed direction and confidence to allow them to soar!
As a parent, it's so hard to watch your teen or young adult struggle. You know they're capable of so much, yet they seem to be sidelined by lack of energy, confusion about who they are, and an inability to see a bright future for themselves. I enjoy working with teens and young adults who struggle with tackling life. I'm skilled with helping young adults and teens who feel “stuck” – they know they're capable of so much, but they just don’t know where to start in making the life of their dreams happen. I know how to work with young people so that they gain much needed direction and confidence to allow them to soar!
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Guiding Hope Marriage and Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Yucaipa, CA 92399
Have you noticed an an increase in anxiety, chronic stress, loss of sleep or experiencing difficulty due to depression, difficulty within relationships, isolation or create behaviors that are harmful? Has life begun to feel like it is rocking you to our core and beginning to feel like life is unmanageable? If you are experiencing effects of trauma, mental health feeling unstable, addiction, individual, martial, family issues, teens, adjustment concerns, we are here to walk with you as we learn to understand the inner truth with healthy coping skills and restoration of strength to embrace life with all it has to offer.
Have you noticed an an increase in anxiety, chronic stress, loss of sleep or experiencing difficulty due to depression, difficulty within relationships, isolation or create behaviors that are harmful? Has life begun to feel like it is rocking you to our core and beginning to feel like life is unmanageable? If you are experiencing effects of trauma, mental health feeling unstable, addiction, individual, martial, family issues, teens, adjustment concerns, we are here to walk with you as we learn to understand the inner truth with healthy coping skills and restoration of strength to embrace life with all it has to offer.
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You do not need to have a mental health disorder to seek therapy. Sometimes we just need someone to listen and provide extra support through life transitions and challenges. I'm pleased to be that person for you in your life. Everyone suffers from life's struggles, but healing begins through connections to both ourselves and the people in our lives. We all are resilient and have the aptitude to feel peace and acceptance with relationships and within.
You do not need to have a mental health disorder to seek therapy. Sometimes we just need someone to listen and provide extra support through life transitions and challenges. I'm pleased to be that person for you in your life. Everyone suffers from life's struggles, but healing begins through connections to both ourselves and the people in our lives. We all are resilient and have the aptitude to feel peace and acceptance with relationships and within.
More Therapists Nearby
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Hello, my name is Dr. Colleen Casady. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CA. I graduated from USC with my Doctorate in Social Work. I have been working as a Social Worker for more than 25 years. The majority of my experience has been helping people who struggle with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, abandonment and loneliness, grief / loss, and the challenges. I too have come from a difficult family dynamic and have struggled with mental health issues. I believe there is a lot to gain from living through issues and coming out ahead. You are not alone in your circumstance. I can help.
Hello, my name is Dr. Colleen Casady. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CA. I graduated from USC with my Doctorate in Social Work. I have been working as a Social Worker for more than 25 years. The majority of my experience has been helping people who struggle with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, abandonment and loneliness, grief / loss, and the challenges. I too have come from a difficult family dynamic and have struggled with mental health issues. I believe there is a lot to gain from living through issues and coming out ahead. You are not alone in your circumstance. I can help.
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My name is Seth Scher, and I am a LMFT who works in Northern California. I have worked for several non-profit community mental health programs, providing psychotherapy and case management services to those who have struggled with issues of trauma, substance abuse, and mental illness. I have worked in behavioral health for more than 35 years and have been a licensed therapist for 15 years. The areas that I have worked in are relationships, substance abuse, mental illness, and trauma. In addition, in the past 10 years, I have worked in geriatrics (elders) and the family challenges that can occur while caring for dementia.
My name is Seth Scher, and I am a LMFT who works in Northern California. I have worked for several non-profit community mental health programs, providing psychotherapy and case management services to those who have struggled with issues of trauma, substance abuse, and mental illness. I have worked in behavioral health for more than 35 years and have been a licensed therapist for 15 years. The areas that I have worked in are relationships, substance abuse, mental illness, and trauma. In addition, in the past 10 years, I have worked in geriatrics (elders) and the family challenges that can occur while caring for dementia.
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Change Therapeutic Services, Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Beaumont, CA 92223
Perhaps you are someone who is dealing with grief and loss, depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, anger, domestic violence, retirement, divorce, or a disconnection from family/friends.
Do you want to be authentically you? Do you feel misunderstood, like you are constantly second guessing your decisions, pressure from others on how to ‘act,’ feel unheard, or like you are masking your feelings by putting on your familiar smile? Do you compare your life to those around you because ‘they’ seem to have it all together? Society paints a picture of the perfect person, family, grades, relationship, job, body, etc., Do any of the following phrases sound familiar, “You need to get over it,” “I’ve dealt with that, and I’m great,” “That is not something you need to be depressed about?” We've heard it all haven't we?
Perhaps you are someone who is dealing with grief and loss, depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, anger, domestic violence, retirement, divorce, or a disconnection from family/friends.
Do you want to be authentically you? Do you feel misunderstood, like you are constantly second guessing your decisions, pressure from others on how to ‘act,’ feel unheard, or like you are masking your feelings by putting on your familiar smile? Do you compare your life to those around you because ‘they’ seem to have it all together? Society paints a picture of the perfect person, family, grades, relationship, job, body, etc., Do any of the following phrases sound familiar, “You need to get over it,” “I’ve dealt with that, and I’m great,” “That is not something you need to be depressed about?” We've heard it all haven't we?
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Immigration Diagnostic Evaluations Academy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Redlands, CA 92373 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you've experienced human trafficking or domestic violence, I'm here to support you.
My ideal client is a survivor of human trafficking dealing with overwhelming shame, guilt, and feelings of worthlessness due to the stigma attached to their experience. They need a safe and validating space to heal and understand that being trafficked was not their fault. Their goals are to reclaim their sense of self, overcome emotional and mental challenges, and rebuild their fragmented identity. They want to feel valued, whole, and complete, free from the burdens of their past, so they can lead fulfilling lives. Their motivation is to regain their dignity and self-worth after the trauma they've survived.
If you've experienced human trafficking or domestic violence, I'm here to support you.
My ideal client is a survivor of human trafficking dealing with overwhelming shame, guilt, and feelings of worthlessness due to the stigma attached to their experience. They need a safe and validating space to heal and understand that being trafficked was not their fault. Their goals are to reclaim their sense of self, overcome emotional and mental challenges, and rebuild their fragmented identity. They want to feel valued, whole, and complete, free from the burdens of their past, so they can lead fulfilling lives. Their motivation is to regain their dignity and self-worth after the trauma they've survived.
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Elizabeth Beebee
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redlands, CA 92374 (Online Only)
My ideal clients are couples and individuals grappling with infidelity, marital discord, or the aftermath of sexual violence and trauma. They seek healing, trust, and renewed connection. Their goals are to rebuild relationships, foster emotional resilience, and achieve personal growth. They want a safe, empathetic space to understand and resolve their issues, hoping for restored intimacy, self-empowerment, and a healthier, more fulfilling life. My experience includes working with survivors of human trafficking and sexual abuse of all ages, providing a compassionate, informed approach to recovery.
My ideal clients are couples and individuals grappling with infidelity, marital discord, or the aftermath of sexual violence and trauma. They seek healing, trust, and renewed connection. Their goals are to rebuild relationships, foster emotional resilience, and achieve personal growth. They want a safe, empathetic space to understand and resolve their issues, hoping for restored intimacy, self-empowerment, and a healthier, more fulfilling life. My experience includes working with survivors of human trafficking and sexual abuse of all ages, providing a compassionate, informed approach to recovery.
I do groups on Domestic Violence, Parenting and substance abuse.
My passion is to help people, by listening and by working together to find practical solutions, I would never judge or impose my views but I would always empathize and try to understand the situation. I am bi-lingual and bi-cultural with a vast experience treating families, couples and adolescents. My goal is to always have a "good session" and for you to come out encouraged and empowered.
I do groups on Domestic Violence, Parenting and substance abuse.
My passion is to help people, by listening and by working together to find practical solutions, I would never judge or impose my views but I would always empathize and try to understand the situation. I am bi-lingual and bi-cultural with a vast experience treating families, couples and adolescents. My goal is to always have a "good session" and for you to come out encouraged and empowered.
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Holt's treatment is geared towards helping parents and their children with attention and/or behavior problems and adults with and substance abuse problems, those dealing with drug, alcohol, and gambling addictions, improving coping skills, parenting issues, anxiety, depression.
Do you want to live fully? Become a happier you again? Do you want to feel better? Get past barriers in your life? Heal from pain, loss, and disappointments? Ms. Holt's, warm and supportive solution-focused approach is solely focused on your healing, your happiness, and helping you live the life you want. She offers a judgment-free, warm supportive oasis in the middle of the stresses of life and focuses her work on helping you to feel better because you deserve to live a wonderful life!
Holt's treatment is geared towards helping parents and their children with attention and/or behavior problems and adults with and substance abuse problems, those dealing with drug, alcohol, and gambling addictions, improving coping skills, parenting issues, anxiety, depression.
Do you want to live fully? Become a happier you again? Do you want to feel better? Get past barriers in your life? Heal from pain, loss, and disappointments? Ms. Holt's, warm and supportive solution-focused approach is solely focused on your healing, your happiness, and helping you live the life you want. She offers a judgment-free, warm supportive oasis in the middle of the stresses of life and focuses her work on helping you to feel better because you deserve to live a wonderful life!
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My areas of specialty are anger and rage reduction, self-esteem, divorce, cancer survivors, relationship challenges, blended families, stepparenting, phase of life transitions (men and women), spirituality, substance abuse, empty nesting and caregiving.
Are you someone that has difficulties making decisions? Are you always second-guessing yourself? Do you SOMETIMES wonder if you can make it from one moment to the next? Have you ever felt like your creativity has disappeared? Has your ZEST for life waned or your motivation for new and fun experiences become non-existent? Has past pain, hurt and trauma kept you from achieving your goals or fulfilling your dreams? Do you find yourself doing what others expect of you, and not fulfilling what makes your heart passionately beat? Do you question God's purpose for your life, or the reason why you exist? HAVE YOU LOST YOUR ESSENTIALITY?
My areas of specialty are anger and rage reduction, self-esteem, divorce, cancer survivors, relationship challenges, blended families, stepparenting, phase of life transitions (men and women), spirituality, substance abuse, empty nesting and caregiving.
Are you someone that has difficulties making decisions? Are you always second-guessing yourself? Do you SOMETIMES wonder if you can make it from one moment to the next? Have you ever felt like your creativity has disappeared? Has your ZEST for life waned or your motivation for new and fun experiences become non-existent? Has past pain, hurt and trauma kept you from achieving your goals or fulfilling your dreams? Do you find yourself doing what others expect of you, and not fulfilling what makes your heart passionately beat? Do you question God's purpose for your life, or the reason why you exist? HAVE YOU LOST YOUR ESSENTIALITY?
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Laura Mondragon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Redlands, CA 92373 (Online Only)
Appointments Available! Do you feel "stuck" in life or with people who don't understand what you are going through? Do you wonder how and when, if ever, you will feel "normal" again? Life experiences affect each one of us differently. What is certain is you don't have to walk it alone. I will walk beside you to provide the skills and support you need. We will go at your pace. My life experiences compliment my approach to therapy and is based on transparency and mutual trust. Traumas, conflict and uncertainty do not have to be frightening.
Appointments Available! Do you feel "stuck" in life or with people who don't understand what you are going through? Do you wonder how and when, if ever, you will feel "normal" again? Life experiences affect each one of us differently. What is certain is you don't have to walk it alone. I will walk beside you to provide the skills and support you need. We will go at your pace. My life experiences compliment my approach to therapy and is based on transparency and mutual trust. Traumas, conflict and uncertainty do not have to be frightening.
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Jan Falk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD, CDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redlands, CA 92374
“We shouldn’t be looking for heroes, we should be looking for good Ideas.”- Noam Chomsky. Surviving and thriving through a contentious divorce and custody dispute will test you and your family. Parental alienation hurts kids. We use a model of specialized knowledge base and clinical expertise, a full continuum of mediation and Conflict resolution tools. We identify objectives that are results oriented.You are your advocate. Jan is the former Executive Director of five national mental health organizations. Please note that in Ca we only offer life and divorce coach. In Va we offer full (remote) menu of psychotherapeutic services.
“We shouldn’t be looking for heroes, we should be looking for good Ideas.”- Noam Chomsky. Surviving and thriving through a contentious divorce and custody dispute will test you and your family. Parental alienation hurts kids. We use a model of specialized knowledge base and clinical expertise, a full continuum of mediation and Conflict resolution tools. We identify objectives that are results oriented.You are your advocate. Jan is the former Executive Director of five national mental health organizations. Please note that in Ca we only offer life and divorce coach. In Va we offer full (remote) menu of psychotherapeutic services.
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Katherine Migliaccio
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Redlands, CA 92373
“Trauma creates change you DON’T choose. Healing is about creating change you CAN choose.”- Michelle Rosenthal. Trauma is an experience, not an event. Every human will experience some form of trauma in their lifetime. We can’t compare one trauma to the next as it’s real to the individual experiencing it and we all deal with our experiences differently. Trauma is what happens inside of us because of what has happened to us. It takes courage and effort to move beyond the pain that has maintained control of our thoughts and behaviors.
“Trauma creates change you DON’T choose. Healing is about creating change you CAN choose.”- Michelle Rosenthal. Trauma is an experience, not an event. Every human will experience some form of trauma in their lifetime. We can’t compare one trauma to the next as it’s real to the individual experiencing it and we all deal with our experiences differently. Trauma is what happens inside of us because of what has happened to us. It takes courage and effort to move beyond the pain that has maintained control of our thoughts and behaviors.
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Creating changes in our lives can often feel overwhelming and it is difficult to know where to start! I enjoy working with clients who recognize things in their lives aren’t working the way they expected or needed and are willing to look for ways to change their experience. I believe that we need to look inside ourselves to see if how we think about our own selves can impact our our views of life experiences and relationships. Look inward can often feel scary and I’m honored when clients allow me to share in that exploration with them.
Creating changes in our lives can often feel overwhelming and it is difficult to know where to start! I enjoy working with clients who recognize things in their lives aren’t working the way they expected or needed and are willing to look for ways to change their experience. I believe that we need to look inside ourselves to see if how we think about our own selves can impact our our views of life experiences and relationships. Look inward can often feel scary and I’m honored when clients allow me to share in that exploration with them.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.