Connect with Therapists who accept Ventura County Health Care Plan in Bakersfield, CA
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Quality care comes first at Rula
We regularly review providers to ensure quality
Quality care comes first at Rula
We regularly review providers to ensure quality
Melissa Donate
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Melissa Donate, 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 Counseling Psychology from National University.
My passion is helping people navigate the difficulties of life. I am bilingual (English/Spanish). Se habla español.
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Amanda Larraga
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Amanda Larraga, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Amanda has a Master in Counseling (MC) Marriage and Family Therapy from National University.
I reside in Southern California. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist whose main approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy. I have spent most of my time working with adolescents and adults. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, but I aim to make my clients feel welcomed and understood.
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Marissa Dearborn
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Marissa Dearborn, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Marissa has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Marriage & Family Therapy from Pepperdine University.
I use a client-centered approach incorporating DBT, trauma-informed care, MI, and aspects of CBT within therapy sessions. I believe each individual's path to wellness is unique and am here to support your needs.
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Gina Montenegro
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Gina Montenegro, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can 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 help individuals find their identity and purpose in life. Past trauma, societal expectations, self-esteem issues, and a desire to please others can limit growth and cause anxiety and depression. I provide a safe, supportive space to process emotions and heal.
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Deonna Reese
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Deonna Reese, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Deonna has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from University of San Diego.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Southern California. I am passionate and dedicated to helping individuals navigate their journey to creating a healthy lifestyle and way of living. I work with older adults, adolescents, and couples, specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress.
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Ola Ojeikere
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Ola Ojeikere, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Ola has a Master of Social Work (MSW) Adult Mental Health from University of Southern California.
Do you feel pulled, stressed, and hopeless, unable to find balance? Are you struggling to maintain relationships, work, and mental health? I help diverse individuals manage life stressors and avoid burnout. Together, we'll identify what's not working and get you back to balance using a holistic approach for mind, body, and spirit.
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Farrah Hoekstra
Patients consistently give high satisfaction ratings
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Farrah Hoekstra, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Farrah has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Fresno.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based out of the Sacramento region. I've been working in the education system with children and adolescents for 15 years. My therapeutic approach combines evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
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Olga Tapia
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Olga Tapia, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Olga has a Master of Science (MS) in Criminal Justice and Social Work from Loma Linda University and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Social Work from California State University, Long Beach.
I have had the privilege of working with clients of all ages, from children to the elderly, across various diagnoses in both inpatient and outpatient settings. It has been an honor to be a part of my clients' recovery, strengthening, and healing journeys.
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Oscar Armando
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Oscar Armando, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Oscar has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Los Angeles.
I am happy you decided to start the process of change. Let me tell you about myself, hoping you entrust me with guiding you to meet your goals. My approach to therapy is to ensure patients feel comfortable in sessions. I support my patients in exploring the root of their problems to elicit change.
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Candice Fuimaono
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Candice Fuimaono, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Candice has a Master's in Counseling (MC) Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from University of Phoenix.
I use my background, education, and lived experience to help clients learn coping skills and new ways to decrease their symptoms using skills they learn in therapy.
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Claudia Johnson
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Claudia Johnson, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Claudia has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Community and School Counseling from DePaul University.
I help people work through anxiety, depression, stress, anger management, and relationship issues. My services focus on developing skills that help you peel through and examine the complex layers of daily life to fully understand yourself and others around you.
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Metra Jaberi
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Metra Jaberi, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Metra has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Azusa Pacific University.
I have experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
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Jeffrey Robertson
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Jeffrey Robertson, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jeffrey has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) in Child Studies Specialization from Antioch University.
I want you to feel empowered to lead the direction of each session. My special areas of focus include depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, relationship issues, autism, health, and body/mind connections.
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Jerry Knight
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Jerry Knight, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jerry has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University Stanislaus.
I have over 15 years of experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, grief and loss, anger management, and depression. I believe everyone is an expert in their own story and has many strengths to overcome challenges. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage, and I am proud of you for getting started!
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Alina Hetherman
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Alina Hetherman, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Alina has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling/Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Northridge.
I'm passionate about helping people learn to cope with emotional and mental challenges to live healthy, full lives. When you're better able to manage your own life, your relationships with others improve as well. I want to help you find a healthy perspective on life's challenges and learn useful coping skills to manage them.
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Lynn Shim
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Lynn Shim, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Lynn has a Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Touro University Worldwide.
I offer compassionate, non-judgmental support and collaborate with you to reach your goals and strengthen your sense of self at your own pace. I focus on empowering you toward greater self-identity and self-agency amid cultural differences, family influences, societal pressures, and intergenerational trauma.
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Gertrude Bonincontro
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Gertrude Bonincontro, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Gertrude has a Doctor of Education (EDD) from Argosy University and a Master's in Counseling (MC) from John F. Kennedy University.
I provide support to adults who are grieving the loss of their beloved one by having their grief witnessed. Grief is not something you get over, through, under, or around. Grief becomes a part of your life.
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Lovinda Dabo
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Lovinda Dabo, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Lovinda has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology from Wright Institute.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I specialize in helping clients understand attachment patterns, improve communication, strengthen boundaries, and build emotional resilience. My work is both insight-driven and action-oriented. We don’t just talk about what happened, we work on what changes next.
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Jane Oquedo
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Jane Oquedo, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jane has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Psychology from Argosy University.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I am glad you are here. I work with individuals who are navigating life transitions, emotional stress, and relationship challenges. My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel safe being yourself while working toward meaningful change at your own pace.
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Sarah Rahman
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Sarah Rahman, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sarah has a Master of Divinity (MDIV) in Islamic Law and Tradition from Institute of Knowledge and a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Fullerton.
I am a Muslim South Asian American, and I am so happy you landed my page! What you can expect from working with me is warmth, openness, and no judgment. Welcome!
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Deborah Parham
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Deborah Parham, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can 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 help people working through personality, mood, and psychotic disorders, as well as those seeking support for trauma and emotional regulation.
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Vittorio Roberti
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Vittorio Roberti, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Vittorio has a Master of Arts (MA) in MFT/PCC from National University.
I help people from all walks of life, including veterans, first responders, former inmates, at-risk youth, and those with alternative lifestyles. I've worked extensively with mental health and addiction issues. My goal is to connect with your humanity and help you feel better, do better, and be happy.
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Amina Habib
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Amina Habib, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Amina has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Marital and Family Therapy from Notre Dame De Namur University.
I help individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, clarity, and support. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions freely. Therapy is a collaborative journey, and my goal is to empower you with the tools and insights needed to foster growth, healing, and lasting change.
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Lobart Totty
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Lobart Totty, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Lobart has a Masters of Arts (MA) from National University.
My mission is to reduce human suffering and promote calm, unravel residual trauma-based anxiety and feelings of depression that have interfered with your everyday living and connection to loved ones, family, and community.
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Gabriela Rojas-Martinez
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Gabriela Rojas-Martinez, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Gabriela has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Jose State University.
I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. I use various therapeutic techniques to help you build awareness, make progress, and feel better.
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