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Stephen Lovato
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Stephen Lovato, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Stephen has a Master in Counseling (MC) Counseling Psychology from University of La Verne.
I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist, serving the community for over 45 years. I encourage you to ask me any question you feel you need to ask in order to get a sense of my treatment style and approach.
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Frances Crean
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Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Frances Crean, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Frances has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Hawaii.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Your goals are of utmost importance, and understanding barriers that could be in the way is often the path to success. Issues such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, excessive worry, substance misuse, work-related stressors, and life transitions of every kind are the focus areas of my practice.
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Martin LaPlaca
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Martin LaPlaca, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Martin has a Master of Social Work from San Jose State University.
I’ve had the honor of helping folks manage depression and anxiety, navigate change, explore their identity, cope with daily stress, discover healthy boundaries, process grief and trauma, build self-esteem, manage anger, improve relationships, and find more joy, balance, and meaning in their lives.
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LaTisha Williams
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like LaTisha Williams, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
LaTisha has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Bakersfield.
Thank you for taking the first step to becoming a better you. I work with individuals navigating through stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, and life. Change is hard, my desire is to create a safe and collaborative space in which individuals can explore and understand their most inner self.
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Colleen Carty
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Colleen Carty, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Colleen has a Master of Social Work from University of Southern California.
Feeling lost, stuck, or overwhelmed? You’re not alone. I help clients navigate anxiety, self-doubt, relationships, and life changes with curiosity and compassion. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected to yourself, to others, and to the life you want to create.
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Marisol Calderon
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Marisol Calderon, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Marisol has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Bakersfield.
Welcome, and thank you for considering my practice. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 16 years of experience helping individuals navigate life's challenges, strengthen resilience, and improve their emotional well-being.
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Rita Phetmixay
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Rita Phetmixay, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Rita has a Master of Social Work from University of California, Los Angeles.
As a child of the Lao/Southeast Asian refugee diaspora, my passion is working with fellow children of refugee/immigrant diasporas to feel seen + heard + understood through an anti-oppressive framework.
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Veronica Harrison
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Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Veronica Harrison, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Veronica has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University San Marcos.
As a therapist, I offer individual therapy to adults facing challenges such as anxiety, family conflict, cultural stressors, depression, and life transitions. My approach is grounded in providing unconditional support as we work together to process your thoughts and feelings.
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James Ippolito
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like James Ippolito, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
James has a Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Chapman University.
I believe in treating each client as an individual who functions in the system of their interpersonal relationships. I treat each client with unconditional positive regard and work with you to reach your therapeutic goals.
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Mariah Magana
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Mariah Magana, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Mariah has a Master in Counseling (MC) Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University.
I enjoy working with couples and individuals to help them navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and find greater authenticity and connection in their lives. I offer a warm, holistic, and intuitive approach to therapy where you can feel safe, seen, and supported without judgment.
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Ann Legierski
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Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Ann Legierski, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Ann has a Master of Social Work (MSW) Clinical Social Work from University of Southern California.
I work with individuals and couples. I specialize in treating anxiety, trauma, depression, substance use and addiction, self-confidence, relationship and family issues, and medical problems. My practice provides strong support to the LGBTQI community, including gender identification and sexual orientation.
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Carrie Poulson
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Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Carrie Poulson, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Carrie has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Diego State University.
I am gentle, patient, understanding, and easygoing. As the oldest of 11 and mother of five, I consider myself very motherly. I have a history of working with foster and at-risk children who have experienced trauma. I've also worked with women who identify as bisexual.
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Michael Hernandez
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Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Michael Hernandez, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Michael has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University San Marcos.
I come with almost ten years of experience walking alongside people as they navigate their pain and their journeys through the uncertainties that arise as our lives unfold.
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Prana Seth
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Prana Seth, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Prana has a Masters of Arts (MA) Marriage and Family Therapy from Phillips Graduate University.
I work with motivated adults and couples who are used to holding it all together—but feel stretched thin, anxious, or disconnected. I help with burnout, overfunctioning, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and relationship struggles, with an understanding of cultural identity and family expectations.
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Kimberly Rodriguez
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Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Kimberly Rodriguez, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kimberly has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Azusa Pacific University.
If anxiety keeps you up at night, old hurts still sting, grief feels too heavy, or you're navigating big changes like postpartum life or relationship shifts and wondering if you'll ever feel steady again—you're not alone, and reaching out is a brave first step.
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Rachel Inacio
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Rachel Inacio, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Rachel has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Brandman University/UMASS Global.
I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel heard, supported, and understood. My goal is to help clients navigate life’s challenges, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.
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Yolanda Adkins-Hopkins
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Yolanda Adkins-Hopkins, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Yolanda has a Master in Counseling (MC) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University.
My approach to therapy is with empathy, compassion, and respect. I offer DBT and Solution-Focused Therapy, just two of the modalities that I work from.
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Makenna Jones
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Makenna Jones, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Makenna has a Master of Science (MS) psychology from Azusa Pacific University.
I believe healing begins when people feel truly seen, heard, and accepted for who they are. My passion is helping individuals better understand themselves, break unhealthy patterns, and create meaningful change that can positively impact their relationships, families, and future generations.
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rosalie kim
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Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like rosalie kim, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
rosalie has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.
I work with adults and families using a person-centered approach that honors where you are in your journey. My goal is to create a space free from judgment where you feel supported sharing your story. It's a privilege to witness clients evolve through positive changes and improved coping skills.
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Mayra Duarte
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Mayra Duarte, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Mayra has a Masters of Arts (MA) from California State University, San Bernardino.
I'm a bilingual therapist (Spanish/English) who sees a diverse range of clients from varied ethnic, cultural, religious, and non-religious backgrounds. I help clients identify relationship patterns and change them into healthy ones. I also help with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and occupational stressors.
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Danielle Jackson
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Danielle Jackson, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Danielle has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Mental Health Concentration from University of Washington.
We can work together to help you explore who you are and where you want to go. Whether it be depression, anxiety, trauma, sexuality, or life transitions, we can create a space for healing to begin.
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Athena Byrne
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Athena Byrne, 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 work with individuals, couples, and families seeking support through life's challenges. My goal is to help you reduce symptoms and make progress toward what matters most to you.
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JULISSA SPARKS
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like JULISSA SPARKS, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
JULISSA has a Master in Counseling (MC) CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING from WALDEN UNIVERISTY.
I know that reaching out to a therapist can feel a little uncertain or even a bit strange at first. It’s a big shift to go from handling everything on your own to sharing it with someone else. Think of this as your space to sort through whatever is on your mind with someone who’s just there to listen and help.
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Janice Higuera
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Janice Higuera, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Janice has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Jose State University.
Choosing to start therapy is a meaningful step, and it takes courage, time, and energy to get here so congrats for getting to this point. I provide a supportive, collaborative space to help you process challenges, identify goals, and create meaningful change. While the work can be difficult at times, it can also be incredibly rewarding.
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Maria Vanoni
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Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Maria Vanoni, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Maria has a Master's Degree in Social Work: Health and Mental Health from California State University, Bakersfield and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from California State University, Bakersfield.
As an optimistic individual, I believe everybody has the capability to achieve their true potential, living a meaningful life. I have helped individuals manage life's challenges, gain self-insight, and acquire personal growth. I see individuals (16 years+) who experience problems with life transitions, anxiety, depression, just to name a few.
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