Therapists in California
Melissa Mahboobian
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I am so happy you are here! Navigating childhood can be difficult for both parents and children of all ages. I would love to help guide you and your child through these difficulties. My name is Melissa Mahboobian and I am an AMFT/APCC specializing in helping children and parents identify and navigate the big emotions that can be a part of growing up, including: anxiety, depression, and anger. With an undergraduate degree in childhood development and extensive experience in preschool and elementary school settings, I can help you and your child navigate relationships and your child's ever-evolving emotional states and development.
I am so happy you are here! Navigating childhood can be difficult for both parents and children of all ages. I would love to help guide you and your child through these difficulties. My name is Melissa Mahboobian and I am an AMFT/APCC specializing in helping children and parents identify and navigate the big emotions that can be a part of growing up, including: anxiety, depression, and anger. With an undergraduate degree in childhood development and extensive experience in preschool and elementary school settings, I can help you and your child navigate relationships and your child's ever-evolving emotional states and development.
Julie Michelle Roman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Are you struggling with anxiety, stress, or feeling overwhelmed? Feeling stuck or unsatisfied in your relationships, work, or social life? Are you overly critical of yourself or facing challenges in a major life transition? Perhaps you're seeking a deeper understanding of yourself or worried about your child or teen's happiness amidst school and peer pressures. If any of these resonate with you, it might be the right time to consider psychotherapy. I'm here to support you or your child through this journey of growth and healing.
Are you struggling with anxiety, stress, or feeling overwhelmed? Feeling stuck or unsatisfied in your relationships, work, or social life? Are you overly critical of yourself or facing challenges in a major life transition? Perhaps you're seeking a deeper understanding of yourself or worried about your child or teen's happiness amidst school and peer pressures. If any of these resonate with you, it might be the right time to consider psychotherapy. I'm here to support you or your child through this journey of growth and healing.
I assess & treat individuals of all ages, and specialize specifically in children/adolescents.
Welcome and cheers to you for taking a step towards getting support. I believe we're are all doing our best AND we can do better. I would love to collaborate and empower you to make meaningful changes, while also emphasizing self-compassion through the work. I am extensively trained in evidence-based treatments for OCD, Tic Disorders, Anxiety disorders (e.g., specific phobia, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, etc), Selective Mutism, Parent Coaching, and difficulties related to emotional and behavioral dysregulation.
I assess & treat individuals of all ages, and specialize specifically in children/adolescents.
Welcome and cheers to you for taking a step towards getting support. I believe we're are all doing our best AND we can do better. I would love to collaborate and empower you to make meaningful changes, while also emphasizing self-compassion through the work. I am extensively trained in evidence-based treatments for OCD, Tic Disorders, Anxiety disorders (e.g., specific phobia, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, etc), Selective Mutism, Parent Coaching, and difficulties related to emotional and behavioral dysregulation.
I provide cutting-edge, evidenced-based treatment for children of all ages including Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), PCIT for Selective Mutism (PCIT-SM), and protocols for treating separation and generalized anxiety.
Hi there! I am a licensed child psychologist based out of West Los Angeles, California. It is my greatest privilege to dedicate my life’s work to repairing key family relationships and facilitating impactful and long-lasting systemic change. Through extensive and comprehensive treatment experience resolving acute pediatric disorders including oppositional-defiant disorder (ODD), disruptive-mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), and selective mutism, I am confident in my ability to anchor families to stable waters.
I provide cutting-edge, evidenced-based treatment for children of all ages including Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), PCIT for Selective Mutism (PCIT-SM), and protocols for treating separation and generalized anxiety.
Hi there! I am a licensed child psychologist based out of West Los Angeles, California. It is my greatest privilege to dedicate my life’s work to repairing key family relationships and facilitating impactful and long-lasting systemic change. Through extensive and comprehensive treatment experience resolving acute pediatric disorders including oppositional-defiant disorder (ODD), disruptive-mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), and selective mutism, I am confident in my ability to anchor families to stable waters.
Beth Kanne - Casselman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
As a psychotherapist and credentialed schoolteacher, I have worked with children of all ages and their families for the past 27 years. This unique background--combining family therapy, human development, attachment, neuroscience, and education provides a strong foundation for meeting client needs and fostering long-term happiness and success. In general, I help clients work with issues of adolescent, child, and infant development. Individuals and families may be facing such challenges as the arrival of a newborn, anxiety, or depression, academic concerns, and life transitions including blended families, divorce, and loss.
As a psychotherapist and credentialed schoolteacher, I have worked with children of all ages and their families for the past 27 years. This unique background--combining family therapy, human development, attachment, neuroscience, and education provides a strong foundation for meeting client needs and fostering long-term happiness and success. In general, I help clients work with issues of adolescent, child, and infant development. Individuals and families may be facing such challenges as the arrival of a newborn, anxiety, or depression, academic concerns, and life transitions including blended families, divorce, and loss.
Sharin G Friedman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in children and young adults with trauma, as well as ADHD.
The hardest part of therapy is making the choice to seek help. If you’re reading this, you’ve already begun the work! When working with me, you or your loved ones can count on receiving loving, respectful, and supportive treatment while exploring the issues you bring to therapy. All thoughts and feelings are safe in this space. In therapy with me, you are in the driver's seat, and I will be your navigator, partner, passenger, or guide - it's entirely up to you. Life can be challenging. My goal is to help you manage the tough times and celebrate the good times in a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship.
I specialize in children and young adults with trauma, as well as ADHD.
The hardest part of therapy is making the choice to seek help. If you’re reading this, you’ve already begun the work! When working with me, you or your loved ones can count on receiving loving, respectful, and supportive treatment while exploring the issues you bring to therapy. All thoughts and feelings are safe in this space. In therapy with me, you are in the driver's seat, and I will be your navigator, partner, passenger, or guide - it's entirely up to you. Life can be challenging. My goal is to help you manage the tough times and celebrate the good times in a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over 10 years of experience working with children, youth and families in therapeutic settings. I have worked with people with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, trauma, abuse, and aging.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over 10 years of experience working with children, youth and families in therapeutic settings. I have worked with people with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, trauma, abuse, and aging.
Benjamin Russack
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94115
In the short term, I am directive and structured, and will work with you, your spouse or your child to put out any "fires" --acute stressors such as job loss, divorce, heartbreak or addiction issues need to be resolved before the deeper work of therapy can begin.
I tend to be quite direct in my approach and begin therapy with a combination of focused goal and solution oriented work. As the therapy proceeds, I then branch out into deeper issues concerning the unconscious, dream work, unresolved trauma and more. Additionally, I specialize and am not limited to, treating depression, anxiety and chemical dependency. Lastly, I also enjoy working with adolescents, couples and families. ** I host a podcast called "Look, Just Tell Me What To Do" which addresses issues related to mental health which is available here https://lookjusttellmewhattodo.podbean.com/ or on most podcast platforms.
In the short term, I am directive and structured, and will work with you, your spouse or your child to put out any "fires" --acute stressors such as job loss, divorce, heartbreak or addiction issues need to be resolved before the deeper work of therapy can begin.
I tend to be quite direct in my approach and begin therapy with a combination of focused goal and solution oriented work. As the therapy proceeds, I then branch out into deeper issues concerning the unconscious, dream work, unresolved trauma and more. Additionally, I specialize and am not limited to, treating depression, anxiety and chemical dependency. Lastly, I also enjoy working with adolescents, couples and families. ** I host a podcast called "Look, Just Tell Me What To Do" which addresses issues related to mental health which is available here https://lookjusttellmewhattodo.podbean.com/ or on most podcast platforms.
Hello! My name is Robin Inouye, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with California License 15119. The primary focus of my practice is on treating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, including trauma resulting in PTSD, and helping those coping with stressful life transitions, including military lifestyle issues. Although I only treat adults at this time, I have extensive training and expertise in working with children of all ages.
Hello! My name is Robin Inouye, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with California License 15119. The primary focus of my practice is on treating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, including trauma resulting in PTSD, and helping those coping with stressful life transitions, including military lifestyle issues. Although I only treat adults at this time, I have extensive training and expertise in working with children of all ages.
Are you or your child unhappy, anxious, angry, or grieving? Perhaps you are adjusting to a bipolar diagnosis, recovering from trauma, struggling in relationships, seeking personal growth, or discovering your identity. Adults, couples, and children are all welcome in my practice! Together, we will consider the complexity of who and how you are—your unique combination of life experiences, temperament, culture, relationships, and more. In exploring formative experiences and present-day struggles and strengths, we will discover and address what is interfering with you having the life you desire.
Are you or your child unhappy, anxious, angry, or grieving? Perhaps you are adjusting to a bipolar diagnosis, recovering from trauma, struggling in relationships, seeking personal growth, or discovering your identity. Adults, couples, and children are all welcome in my practice! Together, we will consider the complexity of who and how you are—your unique combination of life experiences, temperament, culture, relationships, and more. In exploring formative experiences and present-day struggles and strengths, we will discover and address what is interfering with you having the life you desire.
Whether you're looking for therapy for youself or your child, please know that you're not alone in this journey.
Are you interested in learning more about a therapeutic journey where art, play, and creativity will become powerful tools for healing and growth? I'm here to guide you through a world where therapy isn't just about talking – it's about painting, sculpting, and imagining. As a therapist deeply passionate about working with children, I've discovered that art, expressive arts, and play therapy offer profound avenues for emotional expression and transformation. So, if you're ready to witness your child's potential unfold in a space where imagination knows no bounds, I would be so honored to be a part of your journey!
Whether you're looking for therapy for youself or your child, please know that you're not alone in this journey.
Are you interested in learning more about a therapeutic journey where art, play, and creativity will become powerful tools for healing and growth? I'm here to guide you through a world where therapy isn't just about talking – it's about painting, sculpting, and imagining. As a therapist deeply passionate about working with children, I've discovered that art, expressive arts, and play therapy offer profound avenues for emotional expression and transformation. So, if you're ready to witness your child's potential unfold in a space where imagination knows no bounds, I would be so honored to be a part of your journey!
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Agoura, CA 91301
I specialize in utilizing play therapy to help children work through conflict and learn coping skills and have over 25 years experience.
A lot of fighting going on? Work it out NOW! I help individuals and families improve the quality of their lives. Parents are included to help the issues our children face today to form a strong family unit and get through tough times. I have been trained in many modalities, including psychotherapy, communication, play therapy, sandtray work, education, visualization, meditation and hypnosis.
I specialize in utilizing play therapy to help children work through conflict and learn coping skills and have over 25 years experience.
A lot of fighting going on? Work it out NOW! I help individuals and families improve the quality of their lives. Parents are included to help the issues our children face today to form a strong family unit and get through tough times. I have been trained in many modalities, including psychotherapy, communication, play therapy, sandtray work, education, visualization, meditation and hypnosis.
I am a neuropsychologist, and I work with children and adults. I provide therapy and neuropsychological assessment. THERAPY: I help individuals struggling with anxiety, stress, behavioral difficulties, and school/work issues. ASSESSMENT: I assess individuals experiencing a variety of issues including ADHD, learning disabilities, academic difficulties, attention issues, thinking/memory problems, and those seeking accommodations for school or standardized tests (SAT, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT...).
I am a neuropsychologist, and I work with children and adults. I provide therapy and neuropsychological assessment. THERAPY: I help individuals struggling with anxiety, stress, behavioral difficulties, and school/work issues. ASSESSMENT: I assess individuals experiencing a variety of issues including ADHD, learning disabilities, academic difficulties, attention issues, thinking/memory problems, and those seeking accommodations for school or standardized tests (SAT, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT...).
I have worked with children and adolescents throughout my training and career in settings such as schools, clinics and hospitals as well as in private practice.
I work with a variety of adult clients with career-work, relationship and life-transitional issues.
I have been licensed as a Psychologist and practicing for over 20 years. I recieved my BA at the University of Michigan and have a MA in Human Development from the University of Chicago I also have an MA and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology.
I have worked with children and adolescents throughout my training and career in settings such as schools, clinics and hospitals as well as in private practice.
I work with a variety of adult clients with career-work, relationship and life-transitional issues.
I have been licensed as a Psychologist and practicing for over 20 years. I recieved my BA at the University of Michigan and have a MA in Human Development from the University of Chicago I also have an MA and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology.
Hi! I recognize that it can be difficult to find a therapist that fits you and your child's needs. Whether you have experience with therapy or not, the process can be extremely daunting. This is why I strive to make our therapy experience as comfortable and unique as possible. Through a collaborative approach, I can aid you and your child in navigating through challenging situations that have affected you and your family. I also recognize that facing hardships head-on can be tough, so incorporate your child's or teen's passions and interests, whether that's art, play, or just talking things through!
Hi! I recognize that it can be difficult to find a therapist that fits you and your child's needs. Whether you have experience with therapy or not, the process can be extremely daunting. This is why I strive to make our therapy experience as comfortable and unique as possible. Through a collaborative approach, I can aid you and your child in navigating through challenging situations that have affected you and your family. I also recognize that facing hardships head-on can be tough, so incorporate your child's or teen's passions and interests, whether that's art, play, or just talking things through!
Elyse Corman, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calabasas, CA 91302
I offer cognitive behavioral therapy, and utilize a family systems framework to help young children, teens, adults and families suffering from anxiety and depression.
Change is not an easy process, as it is often more comfortable to accept what is familiar. The desire to change occurs when the pain to remain the same is greater than the discomfort associated with the uncertainty of change. Here you will find a warm, welcoming, safe space to embrace the courage to change, heal and become the best version of yourself, whether it is feeling stuck in general, unsatisfactory relationships, difficulty at work, unexpected life circumstances, old habits, intrusive thoughts or patterns of behaviors.
I offer cognitive behavioral therapy, and utilize a family systems framework to help young children, teens, adults and families suffering from anxiety and depression.
Change is not an easy process, as it is often more comfortable to accept what is familiar. The desire to change occurs when the pain to remain the same is greater than the discomfort associated with the uncertainty of change. Here you will find a warm, welcoming, safe space to embrace the courage to change, heal and become the best version of yourself, whether it is feeling stuck in general, unsatisfactory relationships, difficulty at work, unexpected life circumstances, old habits, intrusive thoughts or patterns of behaviors.
I am a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst with in-depth experience working successfully with adults, adolescents, children and families.
Successful psychotherapy can have far-reaching benefits, providing a unique opportunity to make lasting changes leading to a richer, more fulfilling life. I am dedicated to helping others overcome obstacles, resolve conflicts, and live their lives to the fullest. I work collaboratively to provide insight and understanding to heal old wounds along with practical strategies to move forward. I offer hope, perspective, compassion, and practical tools to resolve both current and long-term conflicts and issues.
I am a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst with in-depth experience working successfully with adults, adolescents, children and families.
Successful psychotherapy can have far-reaching benefits, providing a unique opportunity to make lasting changes leading to a richer, more fulfilling life. I am dedicated to helping others overcome obstacles, resolve conflicts, and live their lives to the fullest. I work collaboratively to provide insight and understanding to heal old wounds along with practical strategies to move forward. I offer hope, perspective, compassion, and practical tools to resolve both current and long-term conflicts and issues.
Rachael Katz
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Through active participation in therapy, parents gain insight into their child's emotions, learn effective communication, and receive guidance for their child's growth.
I want to extend a warm and empathetic welcome to you as you consider taking this important step towards healing and growth. Whether your goals are centered around personal growth, resolving family conflicts, or addressing your child's emotional needs, my commitment is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where healing and positive change can occur. Often times, children lack the ability to communicate their internal state with words. I utilize play in child therapy to help them express their emotions, process traumatic experiences, and develop problem-solving skills in a safe and supportive environment.
Through active participation in therapy, parents gain insight into their child's emotions, learn effective communication, and receive guidance for their child's growth.
I want to extend a warm and empathetic welcome to you as you consider taking this important step towards healing and growth. Whether your goals are centered around personal growth, resolving family conflicts, or addressing your child's emotional needs, my commitment is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where healing and positive change can occur. Often times, children lack the ability to communicate their internal state with words. I utilize play in child therapy to help them express their emotions, process traumatic experiences, and develop problem-solving skills in a safe and supportive environment.
learning differences
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MA, BA
Verified Verified
Alameda, CA 94501
I can make a difference in your child's success in special education, IEPs, learning differences, navigating for parents whose children may need extra help in school, or having a negative effect on a young child who has lost their self-esteem and has a failure mentality and turns it into a child believing and feeling like they can succeed and has pride with knowing they can achieve success. Academic help is every child's right through a federal law that is already in place. Many parents do not know how to access these programs. These techniques or resources are tailored specifically for your child.
I can make a difference in your child's success in special education, IEPs, learning differences, navigating for parents whose children may need extra help in school, or having a negative effect on a young child who has lost their self-esteem and has a failure mentality and turns it into a child believing and feeling like they can succeed and has pride with knowing they can achieve success. Academic help is every child's right through a federal law that is already in place. Many parents do not know how to access these programs. These techniques or resources are tailored specifically for your child.
Our work will be grounded in child development research, infant-parent and lifespan attachment (attachment theory) and interpersonal neurobiology emphasizing regulation.
I am a clinical and developmental psychologist with over 35 years experience. I currently have limited availability for 1) caregivers seeking parenting support; 2) people anticipating or during pregnancy, adoption, fostering or otherwise transitioning to parenthood and early parenting; and, 3) for consultation and supervision for professionals and students.
Our work will be grounded in child development research, infant-parent and lifespan attachment (attachment theory) and interpersonal neurobiology emphasizing regulation.
I am a clinical and developmental psychologist with over 35 years experience. I currently have limited availability for 1) caregivers seeking parenting support; 2) people anticipating or during pregnancy, adoption, fostering or otherwise transitioning to parenthood and early parenting; and, 3) for consultation and supervision for professionals and students.
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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.