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Taina Connelly
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Taina Connelly, 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 and families experiencing chronic mental illness, grief, and dual diagnosis challenges. My goal is to provide a safe space where you can process emotions and thoughts, and learn skills to manage symptoms and situations without debilitating distress.
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Karen Plascencia
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Karen Plascencia, 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) in Counseling Psychology (MFT) from Mount Saint Mary's University, Los Angeles.
I am a bilingual therapist dedicated to working with adults in various areas of practice such as stress management, parenting, anxiety, relational issues, and transitional life phases.
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Laura Pennelle
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Laura Pennelle, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Laura has a Master of Social Work (MSW) Title IVe and Administrative Social Work from San Diego State University.
I focus on treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, stress, self-esteem, addictions, grief, and life changes. I also help people navigate relationship conflict, domestic violence, codependency, and co-parenting challenges. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
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Maeva Hosmer
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Maeva Hosmer, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Maeva has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Marriage and Family Therapy from California Baptist College.
I consider it a privilege to be allowed to come alongside you in your mental health journey. You are a person deserving of respect and compassion, no matter what you're going through.
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Kimberlie Nunley
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Kimberlie Nunley, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kimberlie has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Mental Health from California State University, Sacramento.
I'm a mental health therapist who individualizes treatment to your goals. My approach helps you move closer to living the life you want for yourself.
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Talin Khechoomian
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Talin Khechoomian, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Talin has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from Columbia University.
Whether you are an adult working through trauma, a teen navigating emotional or behavioral challenges, or a parent seeking support for your family, you are in the right place. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing trauma-informed therapy for adults, adolescents, and families, including EMDR, to help clients process difficult experiences.
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Chermayne Moore
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Chermayne Moore, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Chermayne has a Master in Counseling (MC) from Holy Names University.
My mission is to create a safe and welcoming space where you can be your most unfiltered and authentic self. As a queer woman of color, I often work with individuals from the BIPOC and/or queer communities.
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Amanda Saylor
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Amanda Saylor, 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 of Science Psychology (MSPSY) from California Polytechnic University.
I am a Certified School Psychologist. My approach to therapy is casual and comfortable. The therapeutic alliance is the most important thing regarding therapy, and I would love for you to come to therapy authentic to who you are. "Therapy is like a massage but for your brain." MS, LMFT.
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Linda Karpel
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Linda Karpel, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Linda has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Long Beach.
I work with individuals and young adults facing a range of mental health concerns. My focus is on creating a supportive space where you feel heard and respected as we address what matters most to you.
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Lori Jespersen
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Psychologists (LCPs), like Lori Jespersen, hold a doctoral degree and are trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Lori has a Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University, SF Bay Area.
I am a licensed psychologist who works with anxiety, mood concerns, addiction, and life stressors. My approach is collaborative and narrative-focused, shaped by work in psychiatric emergency settings, the prison system, substance use recovery, and private practice. Therapy with me is a steady, non-judgmental space to slow down and move forward.
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Myla Lampkin
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Myla Lampkin, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Myla has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Forensics from California State University, Los Angeles.
I specialize in various therapeutic modalities using an Eclectic and Strengths-Based Approach to assist women, adolescents, and children who may be dealing with life stressors, trauma, or simply wanting to learn healthy coping skills. I am here to help you navigate and gain insight through the exploration of you.
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Michael Hernandez
Recognized for high quality patient care
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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Richard Carley
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Psychologists (LCPs), like Richard Carley, hold a doctoral degree and are trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Richard has a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) from American University.
I have been a licensed psychologist in California since 2009 with a Ph.D. from American University in Washington, D.C., in 2006, where I was trained to be a clinical psychologist. I have been seeing clients in various clinical capacities since 1998. My approach to therapy is a combination of Person-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral techniques.
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Pamela Tanis
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Pamela Tanis, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Pamela has a Masters of Arts (MA) from Western Seminary.
My approach is warm, compassionate, and supportive. I hold a safe space for clients to express themselves as they work through challenges.
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Virginia Barbosa Mascorro
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Virginia Barbosa Mascorro, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Virginia has a Master of Science (MS) from California State University, San Bernardino.
I’m a licensed bilingual English/Spanish therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. I work with adults and young adults experiencing life transitions, self-doubt, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma.
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Lloyd Wells
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Lloyd Wells, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Lloyd has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Francisco State University.
Thank you for considering me as your new mental health provider. I believe therapy is a space for discovery, healing, and growth. I am deeply client-focused and mindful of meaningful outcomes. Together, we will work to uncover your most authentic self and help you build the fulfilling life that you deserve.
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Richard Mauterer
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Richard Mauterer, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Richard has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling Psychology from Dominican College of San Rafael.
As a therapist, I focus on what's happening here and now that brought you into therapy. As we explore your immediate concerns, we are often drawn into the deeper meanings and origins that become knowable. Through the therapeutic relationship, healing can be accessed and processed in a safe, respectful, non-pathologizing way.
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Jaquelin Alvarez-Umana
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Jaquelin Alvarez-Umana, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jaquelin has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Los Angeles.
You've already taken the first step towards creating a life you envision. I believe individuals have the power to effect positive change in their lives. I'm dedicated to helping clients gain awareness of their behaviors, thoughts, and feelings, empowering them to identify self-destructive patterns and develop healthier coping skills.
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Stacy Taylor
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Stacy Taylor, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Stacy has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of California, Berkeley.
My approach is supportive, straightforward, and based on common sense. I see clients for most problems and issues, especially anxiety, relationship issues, work stress, ADHD, loss, aging and midlife concerns, and chronic pain or illness.
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Lorie Alcocer
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Lorie Alcocer, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Lorie has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Professional Clinical Counseling from Liberty University and a Master of Science (MS) in School Psychology from National University.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), credentialed school psychologist, and school counselor with over 10 years of experience. I am deeply committed to walking alongside clients through life’s challenges, offering a safe, caring, and client-centered space where healing, growth, and self-discovery can unfold.
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Pauline McNabney-Gomez
Patients consistently give high satisfaction ratings
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Pauline McNabney-Gomez, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Pauline has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Clinical Social Work from California State University, Sacramento.
I am an LCSW with over over a decade of experience. I believe in a direct, steady approach within a supportive environment, helping clients clarify patterns, strengthen insight, and move toward meaningful, lasting change. I work with adults and couples seeking to understand themselves and create a positive space for growth.
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Priscilla Kavanagh
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Priscilla Kavanagh, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Priscilla has a Master of Science (MS) in Professional Clinical Counseling from Grand Canyon University.
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (#7094), I offer psychotherapy in a safe, compassionate space. I help individuals gain insight, awareness, and practical tools for healing and growth. Guided by faith, I believe hope is the foundation of recovery
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Rosa Diaz
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Rosa Diaz, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Rosa has a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy Trauma Studies from Pacific Oaks College.
I specialized in trauma and have had the honor of walking alongside people from all backgrounds—children, teens, adults, and elders.
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Ryan Jordan
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Ryan Jordan, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Ryan has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling Psychology from Hope International University.
I specialize in working with kids and adolescents who struggle with emotional defiance, conduct disorders, and developmental disabilities. I also have experience in dual diagnosis treatment and exploring grief and loss issues with clients of all ages.
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Carla Francisco
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Carla Francisco, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Carla has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Dominguez Hills.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) located in Southern California. I work with clients throughout the state of California via telehealth. I work with adults experiencing anxiety and/or depression due to various life transitions such as starting a career, starting or ending a relationship, and many other transitional concerns.
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