Music Therapy in California
My passion is in helping you to grow in loving yourself and loving others. I specialize in strengthening relationships. Have you been feeling unheard or underappreciated? Has there been some type of betrayal or broken trust? Is your relationship feeling extra stress during this pandemic? Are you unsure if your relationship will last? Do you and your partner(s) want to strengthen your foundation before taking the next step?
My passion is in helping you to grow in loving yourself and loving others. I specialize in strengthening relationships. Have you been feeling unheard or underappreciated? Has there been some type of betrayal or broken trust? Is your relationship feeling extra stress during this pandemic? Are you unsure if your relationship will last? Do you and your partner(s) want to strengthen your foundation before taking the next step?
Elizabeth Wise
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pine Mountain Club, CA 93222 (Online Only)
Dr. Elizabeth Wise graduated with a Masters of Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health from the USC. She completed her licensure hours while also obtaining her PsyD from Cal Southern University. Elizabeth's work as a therapist at Happier Living, Ananda Rayne, STEPS, Aspire Behavioral Health, Clinica Sierra Vista, and Sovereign Health has helped her gain a great deal of knowledge about behavioral health and addiction. She's worked with children, teens, individuals, couples, and families providing psycho-ed and psychotherapy, and uses a wide range of modalities.
Dr. Elizabeth Wise graduated with a Masters of Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health from the USC. She completed her licensure hours while also obtaining her PsyD from Cal Southern University. Elizabeth's work as a therapist at Happier Living, Ananda Rayne, STEPS, Aspire Behavioral Health, Clinica Sierra Vista, and Sovereign Health has helped her gain a great deal of knowledge about behavioral health and addiction. She's worked with children, teens, individuals, couples, and families providing psycho-ed and psychotherapy, and uses a wide range of modalities.
My name is Stephanie Banning, and I am a licensed LMFT. I have spent the last 15y+ working with individuals struggling with addiction/recovery in a variety of capacities, including substance abuse and eating disorders. Due to the nature of my specialties, I have developed expertise in working with mood disorders and OCD. I believe in meeting an individual where they are at, and that trauma looks differently to everyone because you cannot see someone's mental health.
My name is Stephanie Banning, and I am a licensed LMFT. I have spent the last 15y+ working with individuals struggling with addiction/recovery in a variety of capacities, including substance abuse and eating disorders. Due to the nature of my specialties, I have developed expertise in working with mood disorders and OCD. I believe in meeting an individual where they are at, and that trauma looks differently to everyone because you cannot see someone's mental health.
Carter Bostwick
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, BFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mill Valley, CA 94941
Welcome, I'm Carter, a somatic therapist passionate about empowering people to discover their distinct voices. Through a holistic approach centered on body awareness and mindful exploration, I create a safe, sensory-sensitive space. Guiding clients in understanding how their bodies hold and express emotions, we uncover pathways to self-expression and healing. Sometimes it can be hard to sift through the noise of our world. By slowing down and tuning into our bodies we can illuminate the parts of ourselves that yearn to be seen and heard. I will support you to identify and honor your values, strengthening your authentic voice.
Welcome, I'm Carter, a somatic therapist passionate about empowering people to discover their distinct voices. Through a holistic approach centered on body awareness and mindful exploration, I create a safe, sensory-sensitive space. Guiding clients in understanding how their bodies hold and express emotions, we uncover pathways to self-expression and healing. Sometimes it can be hard to sift through the noise of our world. By slowing down and tuning into our bodies we can illuminate the parts of ourselves that yearn to be seen and heard. I will support you to identify and honor your values, strengthening your authentic voice.
Danny Munguia (Bilingual-Spanish)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95928
Hello/Hola my name is Danny Munguia, LCSW. I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of clinical experience. I have experience working with individuals of all ages providing individual psychotherapy to children, families, adults, and couples. I have worked in various clinical settings with diverse populations, including outpatient, integrated care settings, schools, hospital and community-based agencies.
Hello/Hola my name is Danny Munguia, LCSW. I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of clinical experience. I have experience working with individuals of all ages providing individual psychotherapy to children, families, adults, and couples. I have worked in various clinical settings with diverse populations, including outpatient, integrated care settings, schools, hospital and community-based agencies.
Hi. My name is Peggy Zherdev, LCSW 120636. I provide therapy with a client-centered, strengths approach focused on meeting my clients where they are to help them get to a better place. The clients I work with are struggling with any of the following: anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, understanding neurodivergence (ADHD or Autism) relationship issues, and/or grief.
Hi. My name is Peggy Zherdev, LCSW 120636. I provide therapy with a client-centered, strengths approach focused on meeting my clients where they are to help them get to a better place. The clients I work with are struggling with any of the following: anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, understanding neurodivergence (ADHD or Autism) relationship issues, and/or grief.
Lauren Marshall
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT , MA
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362
Imagination is deeply incorporated into my practice, working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples from a creative and empathic perspective. Connection, depth, creativity and personal evolution are the goals for all sessions, rooted in belief that the techniques we use in therapy are only as powerful as the relationships we build.
Imagination is deeply incorporated into my practice, working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples from a creative and empathic perspective. Connection, depth, creativity and personal evolution are the goals for all sessions, rooted in belief that the techniques we use in therapy are only as powerful as the relationships we build.
Sam Cohen Paz
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC, JD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 (Online Only)
Life is challenging, and sometimes we need support. I invite you to reach out. I specialize in providing LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapy & of course welcome people of all sexualities/gender identities. I also see people on reproductive journeys using assisted reproduction. I offer a warm, accepting, and nonjudgmental space. Our work together will invite you to find a way forward, with your soul as guide. We will look at old patterns and critically, I will also provide clinical tools to assist going forward. We do this in a collaborative fashion, where I meet you where you are at.
Life is challenging, and sometimes we need support. I invite you to reach out. I specialize in providing LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapy & of course welcome people of all sexualities/gender identities. I also see people on reproductive journeys using assisted reproduction. I offer a warm, accepting, and nonjudgmental space. Our work together will invite you to find a way forward, with your soul as guide. We will look at old patterns and critically, I will also provide clinical tools to assist going forward. We do this in a collaborative fashion, where I meet you where you are at.
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
Your Mental Health Matters, my goal is to be your guide, confidante and empathetic listening ear while you figure out what you want, what you need and how to get your life in a position where you feel fulfilled and balanced. The world can be a chaotic and stressful place. I am here to help anyone who is willing to process and explore their emotions to heal. The only goal to start with is making the call or sending the e-mail to ask for help. Speaking and hearing your truth can be scary but is necessary for the process of healing to begin. Therapy is a journey that I am honored to take with you to improve your quality of life.
Your Mental Health Matters, my goal is to be your guide, confidante and empathetic listening ear while you figure out what you want, what you need and how to get your life in a position where you feel fulfilled and balanced. The world can be a chaotic and stressful place. I am here to help anyone who is willing to process and explore their emotions to heal. The only goal to start with is making the call or sending the e-mail to ask for help. Speaking and hearing your truth can be scary but is necessary for the process of healing to begin. Therapy is a journey that I am honored to take with you to improve your quality of life.
Is perfectionism and people pleasing leaving you feeling blue? Do you struggle with brain fog and have no idea what brain fog is? Does cynicism know you too well? If any of this fits you, hit that reset button. I’m that clinician with direction. You are meant to have a thriving headspace. I've been here before so I will assist you with returning to your authentic self. Anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other stressors that are unwelcome in your headspace will not be in control. I gotcha you. Experienced with working in a diverse population, ethnicity, gender, spirituality, age, nationality, socio-economic status, and belief system.
Is perfectionism and people pleasing leaving you feeling blue? Do you struggle with brain fog and have no idea what brain fog is? Does cynicism know you too well? If any of this fits you, hit that reset button. I’m that clinician with direction. You are meant to have a thriving headspace. I've been here before so I will assist you with returning to your authentic self. Anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other stressors that are unwelcome in your headspace will not be in control. I gotcha you. Experienced with working in a diverse population, ethnicity, gender, spirituality, age, nationality, socio-economic status, and belief system.
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We can all use compassionate, focused empathy, supportive insight, and unconditional acceptance. Whatever your background, occupation, culture, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, relationships, worldview, politics. I am uniquely equipped to help you find and express your best self and create solutions. I offer the first session free, and I provide telehealth throughout California.
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Kerry Ann Magner-Varela
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Camarillo, CA 93010
Waitlist for new clients
I work with people on a body, spirit, mind approach to mental wellness. For so long, it was believed that the mind came first, and we could talk or think our way into feeling better. My approach is looking at mental wellness from a different direction. The Body Approach: I use several somatic therapy interventions to help create safety within the body, so clients can manage their symptoms and make the changes they want in their lives. We work together to understand the states of the nervous system and apply calming techniques, such as mindfulness, movement, tapping, music, and breath.
I work with people on a body, spirit, mind approach to mental wellness. For so long, it was believed that the mind came first, and we could talk or think our way into feeling better. My approach is looking at mental wellness from a different direction. The Body Approach: I use several somatic therapy interventions to help create safety within the body, so clients can manage their symptoms and make the changes they want in their lives. We work together to understand the states of the nervous system and apply calming techniques, such as mindfulness, movement, tapping, music, and breath.
I believe that the power of vulnerability is one of our greatest strengths and ultimately can provide us with a deeper sense of self, security, comfort, and more compassionate towards one another. Coming from a strength-based form of doing therapy and providing support to others, I work to provide my clients with a sense of validation and comfort. As a cis male that identifies as Latinx and as a proud member of the LGBTQIA community, I am able to hold the experience of living in many diverse, cross-cultural emotional experiences that we sometimes may not even know how to begin to understand.
I believe that the power of vulnerability is one of our greatest strengths and ultimately can provide us with a deeper sense of self, security, comfort, and more compassionate towards one another. Coming from a strength-based form of doing therapy and providing support to others, I work to provide my clients with a sense of validation and comfort. As a cis male that identifies as Latinx and as a proud member of the LGBTQIA community, I am able to hold the experience of living in many diverse, cross-cultural emotional experiences that we sometimes may not even know how to begin to understand.
Jasmine I. De La Torre
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fresno, CA 93711
I believe therapy is a journey, one in which the client is the navigating driver. As a therapist, I take the passenger seat and support my clients in the direction they chose to go with in their therapeutic journey. I tailor each therapy session to the unique needs of my clients while utilizing empathy, respect, and transparency in a safe and nonjudgemental environment.
I believe therapy is a journey, one in which the client is the navigating driver. As a therapist, I take the passenger seat and support my clients in the direction they chose to go with in their therapeutic journey. I tailor each therapy session to the unique needs of my clients while utilizing empathy, respect, and transparency in a safe and nonjudgemental environment.
Some journeys can be difficult to be dealt with, but you don't have to do it alone. I offer a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental environment, a place for you to be heard.
Some journeys can be difficult to be dealt with, but you don't have to do it alone. I offer a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental environment, a place for you to be heard.
Terrence John Kelleman
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LAADC, LICDC
Verified Verified
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
My passion for addiction counseling began over 40 years ago with my own personal recovery. My firsthand experience of the process, and learning how live clean and sober has given me the gift of dedication, empathy and a sincere desire to help provide direction and guidance. My goal is people maintaining continuous sobriety during their journey. - my extensive experience working with both adolescents and adults involves helping people of all ages recover from substance abuse and addiction issues I have specialized work with high-risk relapse clients relapse prevention and transitional care as well as intervention and family help.
My passion for addiction counseling began over 40 years ago with my own personal recovery. My firsthand experience of the process, and learning how live clean and sober has given me the gift of dedication, empathy and a sincere desire to help provide direction and guidance. My goal is people maintaining continuous sobriety during their journey. - my extensive experience working with both adolescents and adults involves helping people of all ages recover from substance abuse and addiction issues I have specialized work with high-risk relapse clients relapse prevention and transitional care as well as intervention and family help.
Kriss Light, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Pedro, CA 90732 (Online Only)
I am a Jungian Certificated Psychotherapist. Depth Psychology is interested in all ages. All Peoples. All Understandings. "How does it work?" people ask. By making the Unconscious, Conscious. Therapist and patient become curious together, about your life. Feelings and values vital to the individual. Psychotherapy is the inner journey towards understanding ourselves. Your journey. By making conscious our unconscious (often complicated) feelings, we project them less onto the world and less onto others. This process, brings self acceptance and a new vitality. I look forward to sitting with you.
I am a Jungian Certificated Psychotherapist. Depth Psychology is interested in all ages. All Peoples. All Understandings. "How does it work?" people ask. By making the Unconscious, Conscious. Therapist and patient become curious together, about your life. Feelings and values vital to the individual. Psychotherapy is the inner journey towards understanding ourselves. Your journey. By making conscious our unconscious (often complicated) feelings, we project them less onto the world and less onto others. This process, brings self acceptance and a new vitality. I look forward to sitting with you.
These are unprecedented and difficult times. I invite you, to give me permission to guide you: in finding relief, happiness, confidence, healthier relationships, work life balance, and wellness. I am a culturally sensitive therapist who believes in working as a team. You are the most valuable player, and I am here to support you through the challenges of life and emotional health. I will provide you with information to help you gain insight and learn coping skills to overcome your emotional struggles. I will teach you skills to build healthier relationships. Now is the time to start living more of the life that you want.
These are unprecedented and difficult times. I invite you, to give me permission to guide you: in finding relief, happiness, confidence, healthier relationships, work life balance, and wellness. I am a culturally sensitive therapist who believes in working as a team. You are the most valuable player, and I am here to support you through the challenges of life and emotional health. I will provide you with information to help you gain insight and learn coping skills to overcome your emotional struggles. I will teach you skills to build healthier relationships. Now is the time to start living more of the life that you want.
L Hayes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90027 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have over 10 years of experience providing emotional and psychosocial support to many individuals and families of all ages, with extensive trauma and crisis intervention. An unbiased approach to understanding Client experiences and preferences is vital. I work with Clients from across all stages of the lifespan and from a variety of backgrounds. I am culturally curious and enjoy learning how people integrate their experiences, traditions, and identities. At all times I make an effort to remain easy to understand, empathetic, and in a posture to provide validation to each Client.
I have over 10 years of experience providing emotional and psychosocial support to many individuals and families of all ages, with extensive trauma and crisis intervention. An unbiased approach to understanding Client experiences and preferences is vital. I work with Clients from across all stages of the lifespan and from a variety of backgrounds. I am culturally curious and enjoy learning how people integrate their experiences, traditions, and identities. At all times I make an effort to remain easy to understand, empathetic, and in a posture to provide validation to each Client.
