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Benzion Perez
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Benzion Perez, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Benzion has a Master of Science (MS) in Marital and Family Therapy from Fuller Theological Seminary.
I want to work with people who are willing to try something new, to try something different, to take risks, to be vulnerable, to explore, and to discover. I want to extend myself to those finding themselves ready to push through conflicts by collaborating with me on the process of being honest and comfortable in our skin.
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Kasi Barkawi-Buck
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Kasi Barkawi-Buck, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kasi has a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling & Educational Psychology from University of Nevada, Reno.
I help adults navigate life's challenges and achieve greater contentment. With a compassionate, collaborative approach, I support those facing life stressors, interpersonal conflicts, communication issues, and feelings of sadness, anxiety, grief, and stress. Together, we'll develop effective coping skills, enhance self-esteem, and address trauma.
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Lauren Dean
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Lauren Dean, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Lauren has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from California State University, Bakersfield.
I’m a compassionate mental health practitioner dedicated to supporting individuals navigating depression and emotional overwhelm. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where we work together to understand your experiences, build practical coping tools, and reconnect you with hope and purpose. You don’t have to go through this alone. I'm here.
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Viridiana Garcia
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Viridiana Garcia, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Viridiana has a Master of Science (MS) from University of Phoenix.
I have been providing therapy services in community mental health for over seven years. I am excited to start a new journey providing therapy and reaching a broader population.
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Denyse Rehfeld
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Denyse Rehfeld, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Denyse has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Counseling from Point Loma Nazarene University.
I specialize in treating adults with anxiety, trauma and PTSD, women's issues, and depression.
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Valerie Rutka
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Valerie Rutka, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Valerie has a Master of Arts (MA) from Saybrook University.
My goal is to help you not only work through life's challenges but also reconnect with your authentic self and the joy that may have been buried beneath stress, anxiety, trauma, or difficult relationships.
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Victor Allen Ziegler
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Victor Allen Ziegler, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Victor has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Los Angeles.
Feeling like the world is against you? You have the ability to get through the toughest times. I congratulate you for taking the first step. I am a cultural compendent and strength focused therapist. My goal is to help you become more conscious, connected, grounded and free to pursue the life you deserve.
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Margarita Lekhtsikava
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Margarita Lekhtsikava, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Margarita has a Master in Counseling (MC) from New York University.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, making even the simplest tasks seem impossible. Being an LPCC, I offer a supportive space where you can identify and challenge difficult thoughts and emotions while developing effective coping strategies for life's stressors and transitions.
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Elise Breen
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Elise Breen, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Elise has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Columbia University.
I believe that we each have unique talents and abilities that are often overshadowed by our own limiting beliefs about ourselves. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20+ years of experience working with adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, and self-esteem issues.
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Kevin Torchen
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Kevin Torchen, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kevin has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.
It takes courage to engage in therapy. I try my best to make this a valuable and rewarding experience and to be an ally and collaborator with you in achieving your treatment and life goals.
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Mary Fornes
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Mary Fornes, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Mary has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University.
I’m a licensed therapist who helps clients untangle overwhelm, heal old wounds, and reconnect with their sense of strength and clarity. My practice offers a calm, grounded space where you can move at your own pace and feel supported as you create meaningful change.
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Dom Marania
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Dom Marania, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Dom has a Master of Science (MS) from San Diego State University.
I strive to bring a warm, supportive, open-minded, and collaborative presence to therapy to help you have an affirming space to be yourself and process the stresses you've been through, all while moving at your own pace. I work with individuals while being mindful of the impacts of family, cultural, and systemic issues.
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Karla Elizondo
Recognized for high quality patient care
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.
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.
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Arcelito Glorioso
Recognized for high quality patient care
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.
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!
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Paula Parra
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Paula Parra, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Paula has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.
Join me in a calming space where you can go deep and resolve emotional distress, old or new, that has been holding you back from creating and living the life you truly desire. Together, we’ll get to the root of patterns that cause suffering and work through life’s challenges so that you have clarify, confidence, and calm within.
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BaharK Yaghoubian
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like BaharK Yaghoubian, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
BaharK has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California School of Social Work.
I work from an intuitive place where I teach clients how their body Works. I help them understand how their body is speaking to them. They can take those symptoms (such as anxiety, fear, and irritability) and stop fighting against them. They can see their symptoms as messages, so they can be more embodied.
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Delia Castaneda
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Delia Castaneda, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Delia has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University.
My approach is client-centered. I believe in working with my clients collaboratively and providing a non-judgmental, comfortable therapeutic environment. The focus area is Cognitive behavioral therapy to address negative thought patterns and behavior.
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Christopher Figueroa
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Christopher Figueroa, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Christopher has a Masters of Arts (MA) Master of Arts, Marriage & Family Therapy / Professional Clinical Counseling from UMass Global (2023).
I help adolescents and adults navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions using EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT, and person-centered therapy in a supportive, collaborative space.
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Jaleesa Castrellon
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Jaleesa Castrellon, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jaleesa has a Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Psychology from Vanguard University of Southern California.
I would love to hear your stories. So much of who we are is about the many moments in our lives. I find joy being able to sit and hear a person's story and sit with them as they write the next chapter.
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Nicole Allain
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Nicole Allain, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Nicole has a Master of Arts (MA) in Social Work from Tulane University.
Starting therapy and choosing the right therapist for you can feel like a big decision. I congratulate you on taking this first exciting step. I congratulate you on starting your journey, and I’m here to make sure that it is meaningful to you.
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Sharon Dodge
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Sharon Dodge, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sharon has a Masters of Education (MED) in Special Education from University of Washington.
I will likely surprise you with my ability to understand your challenges. I have lived through a kaleidoscope of human experience as a parent, single parent, and business owner. I have faced serious health challenges and significant losses amid dramatically positive experiences.
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Giovanni Lopez
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Giovanni Lopez, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Giovanni has a Master of Science (MS) in Clinical/Counseling Psychology from California State University, San Bernardino.
I work with adolescents and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, and panic attacks. I focus on empowering clients to build resilience, improve emotional regulation, and create lasting change in a supportive, culturally sensitive environment.
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Michelle Alexander
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Michelle Alexander, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Michelle has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Fullerton.
I provide individual sessions for those struggling with mental health and addiction. I believe that past struggles do not need to define the future and that all people are resilient.
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James Sharkey
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like James Sharkey, 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 National University.
Do you feel overwhelmed, scattered, or stuck in cycles of anxiety and procrastination? Losing track of time, underestimating tasks, struggling to quiet your mind — and not knowing why? These patterns may be linked to ADHD. Many adults reach adulthood without ever learning that what they're experiencing has a name.
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Cusanda Howard
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Cusanda Howard, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Cusanda has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling (Marriage and Family Therapy) from San Francisco State University.
Starting therapy is a big step. Life is complicated, and talking about trauma, grief, loss, depression, and anxiety can feel vulnerable. I'm here to offer you a space to talk about things you can't share with others. There's no judgment or right or wrong thing to say. I'll help you navigate life's circumstances and find a new normal.
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