Quality care comes first at Rula
We regularly review providers to ensure quality
Elissa Padilla
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Elissa Padilla, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Elissa has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist College.
I work with teens, adults, and military members navigating substance use, parenting concerns, past trauma, and anxiety. My goal is to help you create a healthier, happier next chapter through compassionate, judgment-free support.
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Cristina Wilgenhof-Estrada
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Cristina Wilgenhof-Estrada, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Cristina has a Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from California School of Professional Psychology, San Diego.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in San Diego. I believe in meeting you where you are with empathy, acceptance, and empowerment, as I fully believe in your resilience and ability to grow and heal. I am a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, and my passion is in supporting all women.
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Amber Gardner
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Amber Gardner, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Amber has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from Columbia University.
My practice focuses on helping clients manage major medical issues, chronic medical issues, and the changes medical issues bring to our lives outside of our physical health.
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Christina Flynn
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Christina Flynn, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Christina has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Azusa Pacific University.
My goal is to assist you in identifying and learning to maximize your individualized strengths. As a trauma-informed therapist, I emphasize collaboration, relationship building, and coping skills development to help my clients overcome obstacles caused by symptoms of adverse mental health.
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Aida Grigorian
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Aida Grigorian, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Aida has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California and a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Yerevan State Medical University Named for Mkhitar Heratsi.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship issues, personal growth, abandonment wounds, and low self-esteem. I create a safe, supportive atmosphere for clients to explore their concerns and achieve meaningful change.
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Andres J Ruiz
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Andres J Ruiz, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Andres J has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles.
I provide psychoeducation, social services, and direct mental health therapy in both English and Spanish. I've successfully treated clients from different ethnic, cultural, sexual and gender, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds experiencing depression, anxiety, attachment, PTSD, impulse control, and conduct disorders.
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Nitya Rajpal
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Nitya Rajpal, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Nitya has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Columbia University.
I’m an LCSW. I support adults navigating a wide range of health and mental health concerns, drawing on my clinical training from Columbia University. I collaborate closely with clients to build on their strengths and create a culturally inclusive path toward healing and growth.
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Katherine Butler
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Katherine Butler, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Katherine has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling Psychology from Dominican College of San Rafael.
I will help you break old patterns, understand yourself, and move forward with clarity. I'm direct, attuned, and deeply human. Therapy with me is honest, grounded, and genuinely supportive. My approach blends insight, emotional attunement, and practical strategies to help you move forward with intention. I create a grounded, supportive space
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Sonja Meyer
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Sonja Meyer, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sonja has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fresno Pacific University.
The heart of my work is creating a warm, caring space where you can express yourself without judgment. I work best with people experiencing grief, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. Using a kind, gentle approach, I help you gain deeper self-knowledge so you can let go of harmful patterns keeping you stuck.
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Roxanna Lara
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Roxanna Lara, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Roxanna has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Fresno.
I am Mexican-American and speak fluent Spanish. I have experience in social work and therapy and truly love what I do.
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Melissa Parr
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Melissa Parr, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Melissa has a Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology from Chapman University.
I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 2020 and have been working in mental health/helping settings since 2007. My interest is in helping people gain understanding, insight, and tools to manage their internal worlds and emotional experiences, especially during times of anxiety or transition.
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Elizabeth Ramos
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Elizabeth Ramos, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Elizabeth has a Masters of Arts (MA) from Northcentral University.
I walk beside and behind the clients I serve, knowing that the true solutions to issues already exist inside that family or client and only need to be nurtured into existence.
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Kathyann Pierre
Patients consistently give high satisfaction ratings
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Kathyann Pierre, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kathyann has a Master of Science (MS) in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Dominguez Hills.
It is my belief that our quality of life is directly related to the quality of relationships, the ability to maintain relationships, life experiences, and the knowledge we gain from our experiences. My use of different therapeutic approaches is based on the individual needs of my clients and on their unique circumstances.
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Shawanda Crawford
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Shawanda Crawford, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Shawanda has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
When individuals find themselves suffering from debilitating mental health disorders and/or dual diagnoses, they often feel lost and unsure of where to turn for help and understanding. I am deeply passionate about helping people process negative experiences and traumatic stressors that can significantly impact daily functioning.
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Abdo Abdullah
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Abdo Abdullah, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Abdo has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Walden University.
Welcome—if you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low, or unsure how to move forward, you’re in the right place. Reaching out in moments like these is incredibly brave, and you deserve support that meets you exactly where you are.
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Rachael Noble
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Rachael Noble, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Rachael has a Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Touro University Worldwide.
I have over 20 years of experience in mental health and social services helping others improve the quality of their lives.
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Alisha Romesha
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Alisha Romesha, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Alisha has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Chico.
I work with clients of all ages, specializing in anxiety and depression. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to help you move forward to a place where you can feel better.
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Kathryn Stengel
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Kathryn Stengel, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kathryn has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California and a Masters of Arts (MA) in Sociology from DePaul University.
Have you ever wondered why you are finally able to get out of a situation you know is unhealthy for you, just to find yourself in an almost identical one? It's not your fault! I help clients identify the thoughts, feelings, and unconscious processes that create a cycle with their environment that is very challenging to get out of on one's own.
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Catherine Von Ritter
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Catherine Von Ritter, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Catherine has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Casework from Wayne State University.
I find that facilitating the therapeutic process and its resulting healing is inspiring.
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Eric Rennacker
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Eric Rennacker, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Eric has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) from California Lutheran University.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and for the last 10 years, I have been working with people in recovery from addiction. Trauma is the gateway to substance abuse, and I am EMDR certified. I am also in recovery myself, having 37 years of sobriety, and I know how hard recovery is.
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Tyler Cole
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Tyler Cole, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Tyler has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Denver Seminary.
Finding meaningful connection, navigating grief, healing from trauma, or coping with anxiety and depression can feel overwhelming—but you don't have to do it alone. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults ready to engage in thoughtful, compassionate work to pursue greater clarity, freedom, and purpose.
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Kim Hurley
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Kim Hurley, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kim has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Diego State University.
I help people manage their thoughts to guide them toward a more peaceful way of living. My work focuses on supporting individuals, groups, and children through therapeutic services tailored to their needs.
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Irmgard Alarcon
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Irmgard Alarcon, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
All Rula providers are licensed and hold a master’s or doctorate degree required for practice.
I assist children, teens, and adults through individual and group therapy, acute crisis treatment, family preservation counseling, and support groups. My passion is to provide support and encouragement to empower you to gain strength, confidence, hope, self-love, and a sense of control over your life.
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Venecia Ebneof
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Venecia Ebneof, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Venecia has a Master of Science (MS) in Marriage and family counseling and child Therapy from University of Phoenix.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional stress. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard and supported as we explore what brings you to therapy and how I can help you move forward.
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Lauren Burt
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Lauren Burt, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Lauren has a Master of Science (MS) in Psychology from California State Polytechnic University Pomona.
My goal is to work with you, empower you, and be an active listener when everything feels against you. I use a client-centered approach because I want you to feel validated in your unique circumstances and hardships, and to help you create and identify your specific goals.
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