Therapists in California
![Photo of Andreea Simon, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3de9279f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
My background includes in-depth work with both an aging population (subspecialty in serving clients and families coming to terms with dementia) and elementary- and high-school age children and their families.
Choosing a therapist and beginning therapy isn't easy. The first step is recognizing the feeling that you don't want to be alone in working on your challenges. My commitment is to help you find out whether I might be a good match as your therapist, and to be your guide in the process of getting support. I work particularly well with anyone who is negotiating difficult life cycle transitions--from challenges of beginning school, moving or dealing with loss to the strains of adolescence, marriage or divorce or the demands of aging and caring for aging parents.
My background includes in-depth work with both an aging population (subspecialty in serving clients and families coming to terms with dementia) and elementary- and high-school age children and their families.
Choosing a therapist and beginning therapy isn't easy. The first step is recognizing the feeling that you don't want to be alone in working on your challenges. My commitment is to help you find out whether I might be a good match as your therapist, and to be your guide in the process of getting support. I work particularly well with anyone who is negotiating difficult life cycle transitions--from challenges of beginning school, moving or dealing with loss to the strains of adolescence, marriage or divorce or the demands of aging and caring for aging parents.
![Photo of Raduca Kaplan - Afterschool Village, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3fade41a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
We welcome children with identifiable symptoms like anxiety, depression or behavioral dysregulation as well as any child who could benefit from a creative, engaging and stress free environment and we work on an integration model.
Kids in our communities today are stressed. Major social issues from racial and environmental injustice to economic precarity cast a daily shadow over their lives. The social dislocation and isolation of the pandemic has made a difficult situation worse. This situation has led to an epidemic of anxiety and depression among young people. More subtly it has also led to feelings of fragility and powerlessness even among kids who are “doing well”. Parents, themselves stressed out, overworked, and far from their families of origin want to help but don’t know how.
We welcome children with identifiable symptoms like anxiety, depression or behavioral dysregulation as well as any child who could benefit from a creative, engaging and stress free environment and we work on an integration model.
Kids in our communities today are stressed. Major social issues from racial and environmental injustice to economic precarity cast a daily shadow over their lives. The social dislocation and isolation of the pandemic has made a difficult situation worse. This situation has led to an epidemic of anxiety and depression among young people. More subtly it has also led to feelings of fragility and powerlessness even among kids who are “doing well”. Parents, themselves stressed out, overworked, and far from their families of origin want to help but don’t know how.
![Photo of Dr. Ruxandra Manu (Supporting Diverse Minds), LEP, PsyD](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7af77ed7-a9ff-46b1-afe6-b35c2649178d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Since 2020 children and young adults have been faced with a changed state of education and new challenges when it comes to learning, mental health, and the job market. If you are a parent of a child that faces school challenges (learning, behavior, emotional), a parent trying to navigate IEPs or getting supports for your child in school, a parent of a child about to enter school and need to understand if your child is ready, or a parent who wants their child academically challenged, Supporting Diverse Minds (SDM) can help you. Also, if you are a young adult in need of support to access help at college or in life, SDM can help.
Since 2020 children and young adults have been faced with a changed state of education and new challenges when it comes to learning, mental health, and the job market. If you are a parent of a child that faces school challenges (learning, behavior, emotional), a parent trying to navigate IEPs or getting supports for your child in school, a parent of a child about to enter school and need to understand if your child is ready, or a parent who wants their child academically challenged, Supporting Diverse Minds (SDM) can help you. Also, if you are a young adult in need of support to access help at college or in life, SDM can help.
![Photo of Ada Ispas, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3770f245-24fc-40b3-8e5b-760c14c54e3c/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am offering services to children 8 and up, teens and adults needing help with symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, stress and relational issues.
I am offering services to children 8 and up, teens and adults needing help with symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, stress and relational issues.
![Photo of Mira Walters, MA, LMFT, PCC, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d3742df-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Often life presents us with challenges we try to overcome. Sometimes we are successful and sometimes we need a helping hand; we need someone to listen to us. This interpersonal contact cannot be found at a bookstore in a self-help book, but with a professional and confidential advocate. I work with individuals, couples and families as well as with children of any age. I have training in domestic violence, sexual assault, and grief group therapy. I offer brief or ongoing therapy.
Often life presents us with challenges we try to overcome. Sometimes we are successful and sometimes we need a helping hand; we need someone to listen to us. This interpersonal contact cannot be found at a bookstore in a self-help book, but with a professional and confidential advocate. I work with individuals, couples and families as well as with children of any age. I have training in domestic violence, sexual assault, and grief group therapy. I offer brief or ongoing therapy.
![Photo of Alina Bright - Bright Idea Psychology, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/42ac5684-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Bright is a Child Psychologist who specializes in working with children, teens and young adults who struggle with High Functioning Autism previously known as Asperger Syndrome. Dr.Bright also has extensive training, education and experience working with children, teens and young adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, anger, mood swings, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, grief and loss. In her practice, Dr.Bright relies on evidence-based interventions to teach children copings skills to manage difficult situations and re-gain their self esteem.
Dr. Bright is a Child Psychologist who specializes in working with children, teens and young adults who struggle with High Functioning Autism previously known as Asperger Syndrome. Dr.Bright also has extensive training, education and experience working with children, teens and young adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, anger, mood swings, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, grief and loss. In her practice, Dr.Bright relies on evidence-based interventions to teach children copings skills to manage difficult situations and re-gain their self esteem.
![Photo of Dr. Sebastian G Vasilescu, PsyD, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b6e8f930-a221-4668-bd0c-c86022d4ca7f/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Sebastian G Vasilescu
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Van Nuys, CA 91401
The courageous step of embarking on an experience of bettering one’s life is not easily done. I truly am honored to be a part of that process. In a collaborative approach I help guide Clients to work through the many reasons they arrive to therapy. Clients seem to have a very clear goal of bettering their lives, and I strive to make this happen by helping clients free themselves to use tools learned years into the future. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with varying presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, marginalized oppression, relationship issues and addiction.
The courageous step of embarking on an experience of bettering one’s life is not easily done. I truly am honored to be a part of that process. In a collaborative approach I help guide Clients to work through the many reasons they arrive to therapy. Clients seem to have a very clear goal of bettering their lives, and I strive to make this happen by helping clients free themselves to use tools learned years into the future. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with varying presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, marginalized oppression, relationship issues and addiction.
![Photo of Christine Downing, MA, LPCC, APTT, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/28bd7683-0eb4-4b9a-85bf-aff92997138d/2/320x400.jpeg)
With certification and specialization in betrayal trauma from sex and porn addiction, I provide tailored support for those impacted by partner betrayal and adult children of sex addicts.
I am dedicated to creating a nurturing and empowering space where you can freely share your story and tackle life's challenges. My goal is to help you rebuild a strong connection with yourself, especially after facing difficult times. Throughout our therapeutic journey, I will support and empower you, focusing on self-awareness, understanding your past experiences, and developing skills for healthy relationships and emotional well-being.
With certification and specialization in betrayal trauma from sex and porn addiction, I provide tailored support for those impacted by partner betrayal and adult children of sex addicts.
I am dedicated to creating a nurturing and empowering space where you can freely share your story and tackle life's challenges. My goal is to help you rebuild a strong connection with yourself, especially after facing difficult times. Throughout our therapeutic journey, I will support and empower you, focusing on self-awareness, understanding your past experiences, and developing skills for healthy relationships and emotional well-being.
![Photo of Hochima Denise Treppa, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ca88dd6-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/4/320x400.jpeg)
I have special training in Hypnotherapy, Psych-K, Emotion Code, EMDR, Grief Counseling, Childhood Depression, Play Therapy, Sandtray, Divorce Counseling, Somatic Experiencing, Research-based Couples' Counseling, Integrative Body Psychotherapy, Substance Abuse, Adult Children of Alcoholics issues, & issues of Sexual Abuse.
If you find you just are hitting a plateau which you cannot move beyond, the pain of your childhood or past trauma somehow comes up to keep you down or stuck in life or your relationships. You are seeking a Professional who is supportive, compassionate and understanding; who can help and guide you to your own answers, perfectly tailored for you, without shaming you or intimidating you. Or you are a parent and want this type of support for your child. I can help you free yourself from your past and grow into the great person you know is within you.
I have special training in Hypnotherapy, Psych-K, Emotion Code, EMDR, Grief Counseling, Childhood Depression, Play Therapy, Sandtray, Divorce Counseling, Somatic Experiencing, Research-based Couples' Counseling, Integrative Body Psychotherapy, Substance Abuse, Adult Children of Alcoholics issues, & issues of Sexual Abuse.
If you find you just are hitting a plateau which you cannot move beyond, the pain of your childhood or past trauma somehow comes up to keep you down or stuck in life or your relationships. You are seeking a Professional who is supportive, compassionate and understanding; who can help and guide you to your own answers, perfectly tailored for you, without shaming you or intimidating you. Or you are a parent and want this type of support for your child. I can help you free yourself from your past and grow into the great person you know is within you.
![Photo of Michelle Conover - Southern California Neuropsychology Group, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/25c7c57f-7ca6-4b13-977d-b41c3871fe27/2/320x400.jpeg)
Southern California Neuropsychology Group
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Neuro-Psychotherapy: This unique therapeutic modality combines psychotherapy with a brain and behavior perspective. The integrative format helps you better understand your brain patterns in relationship to your behavior and emotional output. This information will help you to permanently correct the negative feeling or behavior, allowing you to establish positive patterns instead. We offer individual, family and couples therapy to children, adolescents and adults with the following problems or difficulties: sadness/depression, mood swings, anxiety (panic attacks), social phobia, poor social skills, OCD, substance abuse (relapse prevention), video game/internet/pornography addiction, gambling, eating disorders, sleep difficulties, impulsivity, anger problems, relationship issues, trauma/abuse, PTSD.
Neuro-Psychotherapy: This unique therapeutic modality combines psychotherapy with a brain and behavior perspective. The integrative format helps you better understand your brain patterns in relationship to your behavior and emotional output. This information will help you to permanently correct the negative feeling or behavior, allowing you to establish positive patterns instead. We offer individual, family and couples therapy to children, adolescents and adults with the following problems or difficulties: sadness/depression, mood swings, anxiety (panic attacks), social phobia, poor social skills, OCD, substance abuse (relapse prevention), video game/internet/pornography addiction, gambling, eating disorders, sleep difficulties, impulsivity, anger problems, relationship issues, trauma/abuse, PTSD.
![Photo of Diana L Jones - A Step Forward Inc., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4186d872-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
About Us - We are an incorporated psychotherapy group practice established in 1985. We specialize in working with children, adults, families who are dealing with issues of sexual abuse and/or other forms of trauma. We also provide co-parenting, custody evaluation, forensic evaluation, family reunification, and general psychotherapy services, including couples counseling.
About Us - We are an incorporated psychotherapy group practice established in 1985. We specialize in working with children, adults, families who are dealing with issues of sexual abuse and/or other forms of trauma. We also provide co-parenting, custody evaluation, forensic evaluation, family reunification, and general psychotherapy services, including couples counseling.
![Photo of Dr. Regine V Muradian, MA, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/51875988-8484-428a-9b2f-5e9c3cbd936e/1/320x400.jpeg)
Are you feeling unfulfilled in work, or relationships? Do you have trouble sleeping, focusing or completing tasks? Are you having a hard time with your child's/teen's behavior? My name is Dr. Regine Muradian, and I have been practicing for the last 15 years. I'm a Clinical Psychologist and expert working with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD Testing and Executive Functioning related issues for children, adolescents, families and adults. We often face many internal conflicts holding us back and I'm here to help you achieve your goals and bring positive change. I use a solution focused and cognitive behavioral therapy approach.
Are you feeling unfulfilled in work, or relationships? Do you have trouble sleeping, focusing or completing tasks? Are you having a hard time with your child's/teen's behavior? My name is Dr. Regine Muradian, and I have been practicing for the last 15 years. I'm a Clinical Psychologist and expert working with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD Testing and Executive Functioning related issues for children, adolescents, families and adults. We often face many internal conflicts holding us back and I'm here to help you achieve your goals and bring positive change. I use a solution focused and cognitive behavioral therapy approach.
![Photo of Andrea Bernard, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c250fe4-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a clinical psychologist licensed in the State of California since 1993, with over 35 years' experience. I work with a variety of populations, including adults and adolescents, couples, and families. I am certified in EMDR, a type of therapy that treats people who feel "stuck" in a particular area of their lives or those with PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) following a traumatic experience. My office is easily accessible from Encinitas, Cardiff, Leucadia, La Costa, Olivenhain, Rancho Santa Fe, Vista, San Marcos, and Oceanside.
I am a clinical psychologist licensed in the State of California since 1993, with over 35 years' experience. I work with a variety of populations, including adults and adolescents, couples, and families. I am certified in EMDR, a type of therapy that treats people who feel "stuck" in a particular area of their lives or those with PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) following a traumatic experience. My office is easily accessible from Encinitas, Cardiff, Leucadia, La Costa, Olivenhain, Rancho Santa Fe, Vista, San Marcos, and Oceanside.
![Photo of Adriana Bagdasarian, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c668c674-3d68-4472-97cf-e514d7caf4bd/2/320x400.jpeg)
Adriana Bagdasarian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
I believe that the most effective and lasting changes take place with a strong and supportive client-therapist relationship. I strive to create a comfortable and safe space where my clients can look inward and find their greatest strengths in order to overcome underlying causes and unhealthy patterns that have potentially held them back in the past. Although treatment is not one size fits all, empathy and acceptance are both key elements in allowing you to start making positive changes. My goal is to help you take the necessary steps to live a fulfilled life.
I believe that the most effective and lasting changes take place with a strong and supportive client-therapist relationship. I strive to create a comfortable and safe space where my clients can look inward and find their greatest strengths in order to overcome underlying causes and unhealthy patterns that have potentially held them back in the past. Although treatment is not one size fits all, empathy and acceptance are both key elements in allowing you to start making positive changes. My goal is to help you take the necessary steps to live a fulfilled life.
![Photo of Jill Solomon-Hardie, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3b8d9682-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jill Solomon-Hardie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90048
My practice specializes in COUPLES as well as individuals who want to grow together and let go of old patterns that aren’t serving them anymore. Your therapy has to feel like a 'good fit', so I use my curiosity and experience to help us discover what feels right. People can confront the more difficult parts of themselves in a safe environment. I provide this in our sessions together, bringing warmth, respect and humor to the relationship. Aside from couples, my practice focuses on recovery, codependency, love/sex, chronic pain and illness, relationship issues, NPD abuse healing, and anxiety/depression and early attachment wounds.
My practice specializes in COUPLES as well as individuals who want to grow together and let go of old patterns that aren’t serving them anymore. Your therapy has to feel like a 'good fit', so I use my curiosity and experience to help us discover what feels right. People can confront the more difficult parts of themselves in a safe environment. I provide this in our sessions together, bringing warmth, respect and humor to the relationship. Aside from couples, my practice focuses on recovery, codependency, love/sex, chronic pain and illness, relationship issues, NPD abuse healing, and anxiety/depression and early attachment wounds.
![Photo of Spencer Campbell - Center for Transformational Therapy, MFT, AMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f6e01379-c2ec-42f7-b194-ccdb3a5f66d9/2/320x400.jpeg)
Center for Transformational Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, AMFT
Verified Verified
Nevada City, CA 95959
At Center for Transformational Psychotherapy we are committed to the real possibility of happiness for every human being, regardless of individual background and circumstance. We work from a shared perspective that transformation occurs by developing a relationship with awareness, which includes and ultimately goes beyond the context of the ego. Within this shared perspective we offer a wide range of therapeutic techniques and will work with you to find the therapist who best meets your needs.
At Center for Transformational Psychotherapy we are committed to the real possibility of happiness for every human being, regardless of individual background and circumstance. We work from a shared perspective that transformation occurs by developing a relationship with awareness, which includes and ultimately goes beyond the context of the ego. Within this shared perspective we offer a wide range of therapeutic techniques and will work with you to find the therapist who best meets your needs.
![Photo of Algiu Mihai, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/266fadb0-1034-4ef6-a15b-f76b5126d75b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Algiu Mihai
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nevada City, CA 95959
Besides individual sessions, couples work sessions and Group Work, I also train clinicians in awareness based somatic psychotherapy. I also, hold two types of weekly groups that are ongoing, although they are open to new people from time time. Check my website and youtube channel (Circle of Being Somatic Shadow Work) to understand more about my work and different modules I have available. Before booking sessions with me, please watch the video called 'Watch this video before booking 1:1 sessions with Mihai Intro to somatic therapy vs talk therapy' (cannot insert this video here but you can find on my above mentioned youtube channel)
Besides individual sessions, couples work sessions and Group Work, I also train clinicians in awareness based somatic psychotherapy. I also, hold two types of weekly groups that are ongoing, although they are open to new people from time time. Check my website and youtube channel (Circle of Being Somatic Shadow Work) to understand more about my work and different modules I have available. Before booking sessions with me, please watch the video called 'Watch this video before booking 1:1 sessions with Mihai Intro to somatic therapy vs talk therapy' (cannot insert this video here but you can find on my above mentioned youtube channel)
![Photo of Ioana B Cebulla, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/460666a5-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist offering evidence-based treatment for anxiety and related disorders, obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, trauma and other stress related disorders, mood disorders, well as psychosis. My frame of work is based on CBT, including mindfulness based approach, as well as DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) to enhance distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness, and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), which is a values-based CBT focusing on willingness, commitment, and valued-action towards a meaningful, fulfilling, and vital life.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist offering evidence-based treatment for anxiety and related disorders, obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, trauma and other stress related disorders, mood disorders, well as psychosis. My frame of work is based on CBT, including mindfulness based approach, as well as DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) to enhance distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness, and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), which is a values-based CBT focusing on willingness, commitment, and valued-action towards a meaningful, fulfilling, and vital life.
![Photo of Cosmin I Gheorghe, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2c22b244-490d-4b01-8618-3f119a45b534/2/320x400.jpeg)
Cosmin I Gheorghe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102 (Online Only)
I have 20+ years experience assisting clients to overcome issues related to Anxiety, Mid-Life Crisis, Burnout, Anger, Depression, Addictive/Compulsive Behavior. My clients say they appreciate my "genuine, therapuetic connection", my "warm, grounded, interactive therapy sessions"; my "solid multi-cultural competency". I am not the kind of therapist that sits and nods. I actively work with you to explore what is hapening and identify the best possible solutions. Finding the right therapist is tricky. This is why I am happy to talk with you on the phone before we decide to work together.
I have 20+ years experience assisting clients to overcome issues related to Anxiety, Mid-Life Crisis, Burnout, Anger, Depression, Addictive/Compulsive Behavior. My clients say they appreciate my "genuine, therapuetic connection", my "warm, grounded, interactive therapy sessions"; my "solid multi-cultural competency". I am not the kind of therapist that sits and nods. I actively work with you to explore what is hapening and identify the best possible solutions. Finding the right therapist is tricky. This is why I am happy to talk with you on the phone before we decide to work together.
![Photo of Denise Gee, MA, AMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9b348dbd-5c66-47e0-b26f-45b72ec02256/1/320x400.jpeg)
Denise Gee
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roseville, CA 95661
I enjoy working with clients who desire to make a change when their life circumstances are not favorable. I support clients as they work through transitions to help them achieve practical solutions as well as feelings of peace and hope for the future. As a therapist, it is my job to provide clients with the space to process their thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. A client’s best interest is always at the forefront of my mind. I offer helpful interventions and provide resources that will contribute to the well-being and success of my clients.
I enjoy working with clients who desire to make a change when their life circumstances are not favorable. I support clients as they work through transitions to help them achieve practical solutions as well as feelings of peace and hope for the future. As a therapist, it is my job to provide clients with the space to process their thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. A client’s best interest is always at the forefront of my mind. I offer helpful interventions and provide resources that will contribute to the well-being and success of my clients.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in California provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in California build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in California build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.