Psychotherapist for Attachment-based
Tracey L Chester
'I primarily work with patients who suffer from chronic pain or chronic illness. Simply put, patients need extra attention their loved ones may be unable to provide. I am the founder and clinical director of San Diego Pain and Trauma Institute, located in Sorrento Valley. The mission of this clinic is to provide an holistic approach, with primary care doctors, trauma-informed care, from physical therapy…
San Diego, CAIoanna Angelakis
'My name is pronounced E-O-Anna, and I have 15 years of experience in assisting unique individuals, like yourself, in overcoming obstacles and setbacks, to shine as you are meant to. I work from a Strength-Based Approach and believe in your potential, whether you are a child or an adult, with a collaborative, individualized and Brief strategy to help you to alleviate those symptoms with haste.…
San Francisco, CAAlan Bleiman
"Selecting a therapist can be stressful, but it shouldn't be. With more than 20 years of professional experience, I offer thoughtful, nonjudgmental counseling in a comforting environment. If you are seriously considering seeing a therapist, I invite you to call to arrange a consultation.", 'My clients include adults, couples, and adolescents and my practice focuses on treatment of a variety of common, but uncomfortable, issues…
San Francisco, CALincoln Wachira Waitiki
'Lincoln Wachira Waitiki, MA.LMFT. is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (California license #LMFT109179) in an independent practice in Modesto, California. Since 2018, I offer therapy to families, individuals, couples and children facing a variety of relationship problems. Since 2005 I have provided therapeutic mental health specialty services to the underserved in San Joaquin County and Stanislaus County residents. In my practice I use a…
Modesto, CAPamela J Hale
"Are you ready to live a more connected life? Navigating life's transitions is an on going process and at times can cause anxiety, depression and relationship struggles. These issues deserve care and support that can be received by reaching out for help.nn I can help you can find ways to better manage the changes that life brings, or to initiate the changes you want to…
Newport Beach, CAEMDR Psychotherapy and Mental Health Consulation
"Are you bothered by an upsetting event (s) that you cannot get out of your mind? Do you know something is holding you back, perhaps from your past, but you can't seem to shake it? Have you tried traditional talk therapy, but your past still has a grip on you? Exciting breakthroughs have been advanced in our understanding of how our brains mange memories. The…
Oakland, CAKatrina Tattenham
"We are all living through scary and intense times. Are you struggling with adjusting to life in-doors? Do you have children that are out of school, and you're not as calm and patient as your were before? Are your children overwhelmed and anxious/sad about missing their friends? Maybe you are worried about your community or the state of the world. Maybe you have always felt…
Santa Cruz, CAMaria G. Gonzalez
'Seeking help is the first courageous step towards growth, change, fulfillment and healing. These days, daily life can be really difficult to manage and it can be a struggle to not lose ourselves to the anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and chaos we experience. Feeling alone, disconnected and discouraged doesn’t have to remain the status quo. There is hope in recognizing your greatness and your potential.…
Fullerton, CACymone Noel Damon-David
'Ever question why you may repeat the same patterns or behaviors? Do you have troubling memories, or road blocks, that prevent you from achieving stability in relationships? My goal is to collaborate with you to deepen your focus and understanding of yourself. We can create any life we want when we know how to do that. Too often we can build walls where we see…
Los Angeles, CAwww.raquelgarciapsychotherapy.com
'I offer Indvidual, Couples and Family Psychotherapy, in English and Spanish. I honor the principles of compassion, openness, acceptance, non judgment, equality for all. I use inquiry and mindfulness of emotions, thoughts and body to welcome and receive what wants to be seen; consider the multigenerational, biological, psychosocial and internal aspects of the human being as a way to better understand ourselves. I use Mindfulness,…
San Francisco, CAHenna Cho
'Are you feeling alone, unheard, or stuck? Are you experiencing anxiety, fatigue, and excessive worrying that impact your relationships and career? I’m glad you’re taking the time to notice these changes and to invest in yourself to become a better version of yourself. In sessions, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify ways to incorporate positive changes for your negative thought patterns. Thus, you…
Los Angeles, CACouples Breakthrough Bay Area
'Need urgent work on your relationship? Can't do weekly counseling? Want real answers, not just a listening ear? There's a better way... With an intensive approach... You set aside several days all at once with two professionals to learn principles and tools that would take you 6 months of ordinary couples therapy to learn. You complete clinical assessments before we meet to immediately have an…
Pleasanton, CALaura Picard
"Therapy doesn’t have to be a dreaded experience. With a kind heart and open mind, I strive to make therapy a comfortable place where you can explore the deepest insights about yourself with compassion and empathy. Therapy becomes an experience and journey about who YOU are and where YOU want to go. Is something standing in the way? Are you stuck in repetitive patterns or…
Irvine, CAChristine Park
'I focus on helping my clients connect to their inner strengths in order to help them heal, learn, and thrive in their daily lives. Whether you may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, abuse, relational difficulties, life transitions, self-esteem or identify issues - we will work collaboratively, to explore and make meaning of things that have happened as well as take time to process and be…
Long Beach, CADavid E Blasband
'I work with individuals in both brief and longer-term psychotherapy. I practice integrative therapy that is strongly grounded in psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused approaches. I strive to help clients increase awareness of thoughts and feelings, gain a better understanding of how their past contributes to their development, and gain skills in coping with stress and changing behaviors. I view psychotherapy as a collaborative process in…
Monterey, CAKelly Ahearn
"Sometimes it's just not easy and we get stuck repeating the same cycles because it's familiar but not helpful. Coping skills learned to survive in the past worked then but most likely are not helpful to you now which can be a great cause of you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed, or struggling with managing it all. I promise you are not alone. I believe in…
San Diego, CAAri Max Bachrach
'My love of psychotherapy is rooted in deep belief of the transformative potential of individuals to heal, grow, and realize their most healthy and happy selves, and in turn to have greater capacity and freedom to change our communities and society. As a nurse practitioner I aim to work with you towards that goal. In much the same way that we are shaped by our…
Oakland, CAAdam G. Fogel
'Sometimes life can be hard! Even really hard! The Central Valley Center for Psychological Assessment and Counseling is here for you! It takes great courage to care for yourself, though I believe it is possible. I have nearly 20 years of experience working with clients just like you.', 'We offer PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING AND EVALUATIONS with children and adults for a variety of concerns, including diagnosis,…
Visalia, CABay Area Center for Mood Disorders
'Therapy helps to improve lives in a meaningful way (have better relationships with friends, family members and partners, improve our self-esteem), rather than offering just symptom relief. I work to help you identify issues, problems and patterns, but also implement skills and tools make changes to these patterns. I offer a warm, compassionate, and collaborative environment, and I will work with you to tailor clinical…
San Francisco, CAJoAnn Fitzpatrick
'You may be a parent worried about your teenager, a college student struggling to become independent, or an adult feeling "stuck" or unhappy in life. These are all very familiar experiences that I treat within my private practice. I have been helping adolescents, young adults & their families adapt, grow and thrive for over twenty years. Whether it is helping with the normal growing pains…
Seal Beach, CAGauri Sanchez
'Are you struggling with depression, anxiety and/or any other symptoms after experiencing a traumatic event? Life has its up and downs -after a traumatic event it alters our sense of safety and well being. By reclaiming our peace and empowerment throug therapy we can live a healthy life. Whether it is divorce, victim of crime, child abuse or the loss of loved- healing is possible.…
Stockton, CAMarilee G. Ruebsamen
'Promoting healing & trustworthy engagement for children, youth, their families, adults who come seeking shelter, emotional safety and refuge (see abbeypsychservices.com). Even the youngest demonstrate remarkable strengths with precise, attuned, attention to their levels of awareness, given new experiences to help transform distorted cognitive appraisals of themselves, others, relationships, the world. Working together, we cultivate more accurate appraisals of internal/external experience, shift into clearer, more…
Monterey, CAChris Cessna
'I have extensive experience working with men and women seeking support with anxiety, compulsive behaviors, and addictions, as well as individuals wanting to address the impact of traumatic or distressing life experiences. In our work together, you will find a safe space to be honest about your struggles. I respect the courage it takes to reach out and ask for help and in return I…
San Diego, CAJennifer Uhlman
"Ever felt as though you no longer have control over our own story; as if anxiety and depression are villains preventing you from enjoying the adventures and stories of our own life. I am here to help you find empowerment, growth, healing, and accomplish your goals as we use your passions to help re-author your own story. We can also work together via teletherapy, and…
Santa Ana, CAMarianne Von Michalofski
'As a parent it can be upsetting and worrisome to see your child struggle with school or family life. You really would like to see your child confident and capable of handling the difficulties of everyday life as well as building their resilience to cope with challenges in the future. You may be wondering how to help your child or where to find someone to…
Los Altos, CALaura Phelan-Shahin
'I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and expressive arts therapist. Through playing with image metaphor and stories, I walk down the path towards whole-hearted living with you. I use a wide variety of interventions from many different theories and practices; utilizing mindfulness interventions, experiential therapies, motivational interviewing, and ACT. I am also influenced by psychodynamic, attachment, and humanistic theories. I work with adults…
Arcata, CAUniHealth Counseling & Psychology - Group Practice
'If you feel the stress of personal relationships, the stress of work, and even the stress bottled up from life circumstances over the years, we may be able to help. When challenging experiences push us away from our path, and from living up to the potential we know we have, an attentive and responsive therapeutic environment for positive healthy change may help. Our office is…
San Francisco, CAClinton Scheidt
'I’ve always had a passion for helping people get through the emotional challenges that come with being human. My mission is to create a safe, warm, nonjudgmental environment in which you can address these emotional challenges. I strive to instill hope no matter what problems are being faced. Whether you need coping skills to improve daily functioning or want to gain insight into deeper issues,…
San Pedro, CAKimiko Miller
"Now offering zoom sessions. And free 15 min zoom consultation, to see if we are a good fit. Do you have relationship issues and can't figure out why? Are you depressed because you feel like you have no purpose? Is your anxiety debilitating? I am here to help you work through what's keeping you from the freedom you are seeking. I help clients process and…
Huntington Beach, CACarolyn Jordan
"*Accepting New Clients* Where are the road blocks in your life? Perhaps you had a traumatic experience, are going through a life transition, have relationship issues, or are affected by a dysfunctional childhood. Perhaps you haven't been able to put your finger on why you feel this way, but are overwhelmed with feelings of anxiety, depression, or lack focus and motivation. I use a strength-based,…
Encino, CASonya Ullrich
"If you feel like you've done enough talk therapy, bring your body back into the conversation. If you are struggling with relationship issues, stress, trauma, chronic pain, anxiety, depression, or addiction, we can collaborate to bring you relief and understanding. If you are a survivor of child abuse or neglect or social marginalization, you'll be safe and gently held here, too.", 'I use touch skills,…
La Mesa, CALauren McMillan
'A native to Los Angeles I get it; the constant hustle, traffic, the grind of working to pay for life not psychotherapy. I know you’ve got valid reasons for why this isn’t the best time for therapy, but I’m calling your bluff. You’re not too busy, too old, too Black, or too broken. This is “right time” because there will never be a right time…
Santa Monica, CAMary Wiggins
'Do you ever wish you had someone to talk to..someone you could trust.. someone who understands and really listens? I would like to extend a helping hand and together we can work toward overcoming the hurt and pain you feel inside. As a result you will gain greater insight and self-awareness about yourself and your behaviors. This can be a springboard to change. I provide…
Solana Beach, CACourtney Muir
'You work hard, are a team-player, may be a bit of an over-achiever, and care deeply about your friends and family. So much in your life seems to be going "right," but deep down you're EXHAUSTED. You're filled with dread the night before you return to work, and your time "off" doesn't feel like it because your mind spins with all the things you have…
San Diego, CANancy Bradley
'I welcome whatever you bring and offer an open compassionate space to explore those parts of yourself wanting attention. Through focused inquiry, you will gain a deeper sense of understanding and acceptance.', 'For over 30 years I have worked with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety - that underlying sense of unease, depression or loss of meaning, self esteem, relationship concerns, substance abuse, grief and…
Sebastopol, CAMaria Rivas-Wolf
"I work collaboratively with clients, drawing on their expertise, strengths and abilities to help transition life's challenges successfully. By increasing awareness of thought, behavior and relationship patterns that may be impeding your success or interfering with your happiness, we can work together to find alternatives. I can help you find the tools necessary to make lasting changes in your relationship with yourself, and to others.…
San Mateo, CAJoanna Lay
'In our frenzied, accomplishment-focused world, it is easy to lose touch with who we are, and how we want to show up in our lives. We may have reached our goals, yet find that we are not as satisfied or as joyful as we had imagined we would be. The therapeutic relationship is a great opportunity to slow down and examine our lives, and ultimately…
San Francisco, CALisa R Rix
'I (she/her/hers) work with transition aged youth (14-24), adults and seniors in my telehealth practice online. I want to see people who need help with making decisions, dealing with the past, and accepting self care into their own lives. ', 'My specialty is childhood trauma, those with anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder. I also am gender-transition friendly and an ally for all LGBTQIA matters. Ask…
Eureka, CAJudy Fluor Runels
"Dr. Judy Fluor Runels has been working with people living with HIV and AIDS since 2000. She has a Psy.D. in Psychology/Marriage and Family Therapy. She works with couples, individuals, and groups, assisting them to develop better relationship and communications skills, and has extensive experience in working with people living with a chronic or terminal illness. Her theoretical orientation is humanistic, existential, and experiential, and…
Costa Mesa, CACindy Anderson
'I am here to provide you a safe place to work through those difficult issues and situations that are keeping you from having the optimum mental health and emotional well being you deserve. Whether you want help with a short-term situation, or something that has kept you stuck and traumatized for years, you can be assured there is help here. I am EMDR certified, and…
Huntington Beach, CA