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Carl Gregory

LMFT
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4+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Carl Gregory, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Carl has a Master of Science in Marriage, Family Therapy from University of Phoenix.

San Diego, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
First Responders
Grief
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Outcome-oriented
Candid
Collaborative

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma-related concerns, relationship difficulties, grief, and major life transitions. My approach is structured, collaborative, and evidence-based, with a focus on improving emotional regulation, insight, and day-to-day functioning. If this fits your needs, I welcome you to reach out.

Available virtually and in person

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Meghan Murphy Goode

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
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11+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Meghan Murphy Goode, 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.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Stress
Style
Practical
Gentle
Affirming

I support clients by providing empathetic, client-centered counseling tailored to your unique needs and goals.

Available virtually

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Victoria Buskirk

LMFT
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4+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Victoria Buskirk, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Victoria has a Master in Counseling (MC) from Touro University Worldwide.

California
Specialties
ADHD
Relapse Prevention
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Empowering

I enjoy working with short term or long term clients that feel stuck and would like to try modalities like EMDR and hypnotherapy to work through old patterns.

Available virtually

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Arcelito Glorioso

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
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3+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Arcelito Glorioso, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Arcelito has a Master of Social Work from California Baptist College.

Murrieta, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
LGBTQIA+
Panic Attacks
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Warm
Empowering

Healing happens through relationships, insight, and feeling deeply understood. I have a servant's heart to care for adults navigating trauma, relationship issues, and to overcome anxiety. I help clients build resilience and create lasting change to move from victim to survivor, thriver, and to be a victor of their lives. Let's do life together!

Available virtually

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Bret Turecek

LPCC
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11+ years

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Bret Turecek, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Bret has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Educational & Clinical Counseling from Azusa Pacific University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Hoarding
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Directive
Approachable
Empowering

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who has been practicing for 10 years. I primarily work with adults experiencing anxiety-related concerns, including generalized anxiety, phobias, OCD, trauma and PTSD, tics, hoarding, and body dysmorphia. I also enjoy helping clients navigate a wide range of other emotional and life challenges.

Available virtually

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Jeff Kelly

LCP
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21+ years

Licensed Clinical Psychologists (LCPs), like Jeff Kelly, hold a doctoral degree and are trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Jeff has a Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University.

California
Specialties
Depression
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Supportive

I am a psychologist who has been licensed since 2005. Prior to that, I was practicing therapy as an MFT-INTERN. I have worked in both private practice and hospital settings. I help my clients identify and change patterns in their lives that contribute to the reasons they sought therapy. I may be able to help you.

Available virtually

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Elyssa Melmet

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
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4+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Elyssa Melmet, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Elyssa has a Masters of Arts (MA) Marriage and Family Therapy from Chapman University.

Irvine, CA
Specialties
Addiction
Alcohol Use
Anxiety
Depression
Substance Use
Style
Responsive
Candid
Collaborative

I am an LMFT with seven years of experience supporting adults through a range of mental health and life challenges. My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping clients build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change so they can feel more confident, balanced, and connected in their lives.

Available virtually

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Graciela Rodriguez

LCSW
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13+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Graciela Rodriguez, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Graciela has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Panic Attacks
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Supportive

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California with over 20 years of experience. I am bilingual, English and Spanish. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life transitions. I help clients gain insight, build resilience, and create meaningful and lasting change.

Available virtually

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Claudia Algover

LPCC
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2+ years

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Claudia Algover, are mental health professionals 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.

California
Specialties
Child Abuse or Neglect
Codependency
Domestic Violence
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Collaborative

Hello there! I'm a trauma-informed counselor with a background in treating sexual and relationship violence and abuse.

Available virtually

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Griffith Gilbert

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
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21+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Griffith Gilbert, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Griffith has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Adult and Child Mental Health from University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Motivational

I am thrilled you decided to begin therapy. Asking for help can sometimes feel overwhelming, and unfortunately, many of us walk around waiting for outside circumstances to change--all the while forgetting we hold the key to change how we think, feel, and behave. Together, my hope is to help you identify and motivate you to achieve your goals.

Available virtually

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Yoe Jin Kim

LMFT
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5+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Yoe Jin Kim, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Yoe Jin has a Master of Arts (MA) in Marital & Family Therapy from Bethel Seminary.

Sunnyvale, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Cultural Stress
Depression
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Affirming

I recognize how lonely and frustrating the path to healing can sometimes feel. My hope is to provide compassionate care to those navigating difficult seasons in their lives, whether from recent challenges or deeper, past experiences and traumas. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to heal.

Available virtually

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Julia Gache

LMFT
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2+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Julia Gache, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Julia has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
jobStress
Style
Directive
Warm
Motivational

You may be here because something in your life feels stuck, overwhelming, or harder to carry than it used to. I’m a trauma-informed therapist who is here to help you better understand yourself, work through what’s getting in the way, and create meaningful, sustainable change with warmth, curiosity, and practical support.

Available virtually

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Jeffrey Hagle

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
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3+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Jeffrey Hagle, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Jeffrey has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Trauma plus Mental Health from University of Denver.

Long Beach, CA
Specialties
Developmental Disorders
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorders
Thought Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Directive
Candid
Empowering

You can call me Jay! I believe healing isn't just something we think our way through, it's something we experience. Together, we'll explore the connection between your mind, body, and nervous system with curiosity, compassion, and enough humor to remind you that life can be both messy and meaningful.

Available virtually

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Alba Puentes Agustin

LMFT
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12+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Alba Puentes Agustin, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Alba has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Warm
Affirming

I work with people who seem ‘fine’ on the outside but are ready for a place to be real, supported, and understood. You don’t have to keep carrying it all alone. Together, we’ll make space for both the messiness and the beauty of life, with the goal of healing and living more authentically.

Available virtually

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Karla Elizondo

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
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6+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Karla Elizondo, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Karla has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling Psychology from Mount St. Mary's University.

Los Angeles, CA
Specialties
Alcohol Use
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Style
Directive
Spiritual
Motivational

I love helping people remove the blocks that are holding them back from living up to their full potential. I enjoy creating engaging and informative content on topics such as mindset, potential, and mental health.

Available virtually

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Bahar Amini

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
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5+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Bahar Amini, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Bahar has a Master of Social Work (MSW) Children, Youth, and Families from California State University, Dominguez Hills.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Cultural Stress
Depression
Life Transitions
Women's Issues
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Supportive

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker passionate about supporting people to heal and grow into the person they are becoming. In our sessions, we honor your background, identity, and lived experience to help shape the trajectory of your continued journey.

Available virtually

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Timothy Dreher

LMFT
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14+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Timothy Dreher, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Timothy has a Masters of Arts (MA) Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Self Esteem
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Attuned
Affirming

Tim collaborates with his clients in an empathic, compassionate manner. He strongly believes in the capacity for growth, change, and healing inherent in every person.

Available virtually

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Michelle Blue

LMFT
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5+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Michelle Blue, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Michelle has a Master in Counseling (MC) Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling from Capella University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Style
Responsive
Candid
Collaborative

I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist. I work with adults who are tired of feeling stuck in the same patterns and want to better understand themselves, their relationships, and what’s getting in the way of living a life that actually feels like their own.

Available virtually

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Daniel James

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
•
26+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Daniel James, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Daniel has a Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology from Chapman University.

Newport Beach, CA
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Mood Disorders
Substance Use
Style
Exploratory
Candid
Curious

My approach to psychotherapy is a collaborative and flexible partnership with each client. I believe that trust, respect, non-judgment, genuineness, and compassion form the foundation of a therapeutic relationship.

Available virtually

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Branigan Kerr

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
•
6+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Branigan Kerr, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Branigan has a Master of Social Work from University of Southern California.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Psychosis
Schizophrenia
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Outcome-oriented
Approachable
Empowering

I have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, life events, and trauma, and I am EMDR certified.

Available virtually

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Rebecca Huval

LCSW
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3+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Rebecca Huval, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Rebecca has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Behavioral Health from California State University, Sacramento.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Chronic Illness
Depression
Grief
Infertility
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Collaborative

Do you feel like the people around you don't see your pain? Please know that you're not alone. My goal is to help you feel seen and supported as you build a new relationship with your emotions.

Available virtually

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Leah Miller

LPCC
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1+ years

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Leah Miller, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Leah has a Master of Arts in Counseling from Phoenix Seminary.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Chronic Illness
Depression
LGBTQIA+
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Attuned
Collaborative

I help people get unstuck, find their light, and step into the future they imagine for themselves. I use multiple therapeutic modalities, an integrative intake process, and a holistic lens to help clients visualize and move toward their goals. I am so grateful that you are here, and I look forward to meeting you.

Available virtually

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Angela Clark

LPCC
•
8+ years

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Angela Clark, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Angela has a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling from Regent University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Parenting
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Affirming

Carrying the weight of past experiences can feel exhausting, whether it shows up as anxiety, restless nights, or feeling disconnected from those around you. You deserve a space where you can catch your breath and heal. You don't have to carry this heaviness alone—I would be honored to walk beside you on your journey toward peace.

Available virtually

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Gavin Williams

LMFT
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9+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Gavin Williams, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Gavin has a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in Marriage and Family Therapy from California School of Professional Psychology and a Masters in Counseling (MC) in Counseling Psychology from University of San Francisco.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Family Conflict
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Affirming

We all seek connection, a sense of belonging, and also we seek to have a sense of purpose and value. When we find ourselves in relationships where we feel a lack of connection or a sense of being undervalued by our partner we tend to lose vitality and/or security. Let us work together to rediscover who we are meant to be.

Available virtually

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Karen Sadewater Wilson

LMFT
•
11+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Karen Sadewater Wilson, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Karen has a Master of Science (MS) from California State University, Dominguez Hills.

Moreno Valley, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Domestic Violence
Grief
Stress
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Affirming

I have been working in this healing field since 2015. I am dedicated to fostering healing, growth, and connection for individuals, couples, and families.

Available virtually

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