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Maya Jackson

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
3+ years

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

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

California
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Outcome-oriented
Warm
Supportive

I work with individuals seeking support with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, addiction, relationship issues, and BIPOC/social justice concerns. I create safe, non-judgmental spaces where you can freely express yourself and work toward meaningful change.

Available virtually

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Destinee Stewart

LCSW
3+ years

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

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

California
Specialties
Coping Skills
Domestic Violence
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Empowering

Seeking support can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where adults can heal from trauma, manage anxiety and depression, build confidence, and develop practical tools to create meaningful change and improve overall well-being.

Available virtually

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Paula Parra

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
12+ years

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.

Temecula, CA
Specialties
Relationship Issues
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Attuned
Empowering

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.

Available virtually

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Olabisi Sule-Odu

LCSW
6+ years

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

Olabisi has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Bakersfield.

Lancaster, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Relationship Issues
Stress
Women's Issues
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Motivational

Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5 years’ experience providing therapy for adults facing anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. Trauma-informed and collaborative, I help clients build resilience, heal emotionally, and reconnect with purpose, using empathy, cultural sensitivity, and lived experience to support meaningful growth.

Available virtually

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Brandi Hughes

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
6+ years

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

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

California
Specialties
Coping Skills
Mood Disorders
Relationship Issues
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Gentle
Curious

I'm dedicated to helping individuals navigate healing and growth. I understand that every individual is different, so I offer a compassionate space where you can explore your experiences safely and openly. I view therapy as an individualized process that grows with you as you do the work.

Available virtually

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Khamila Ii

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
6+ years

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

Khamila has a Master of Science (MS) from Mount Saint Mary's University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Stress
Style
Practical
Approachable
Collaborative

I help adults manage anxiety, stress, and recovery from burnout or substance use while rebuilding confidence and boundaries. My background across multiple levels of care allows me to support motivated clients ready to create lasting change.

Available virtually

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Caprisha Moody

LMFT
14+ years

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

Caprisha has a Master of Science (MS) in Children, Marriage, and Family Therapy from University of Phoenix.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Parenting
Stress
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Collaborative

I provide behavioral therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to help individuals navigate life's challenges.

Available virtually

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Dejanae McCarthy

LCSW
3+ years

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

Dejanae has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Fresno.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Grief
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Style
Exploratory
Attuned
Collaborative

You can call me Deja! To me therapy is the vulnerable practice of sharing your story with someone who is listening, holding, and honoring all of who you are and what you're carrying. I want to empower you towards healing, acceptance, and change.

Available virtually

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Yolanda Adkins-Hopkins

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
8+ years

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.

Stockton, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Self Esteem
Women's Issues
Style
Directive
Gentle
Supportive

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.

Available virtually

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Richard Sypniewski

LPCC
13+ years

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

Richard has a Masters of Science in Education, School Counseling, Counseling, LPCC from California State University, San Bernardino.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Practical
Approachable
Collaborative

Are you looking to create a new life narrative-story rooted in your strengths? I use Narrative Therapy to help you identify and reshape unhelpful thoughts while rewriting new useful stories.

Available virtually

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Yula Victoria Bradley

LPCC
4+ years

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

Yula Victoria has a Master of Science (MS) Clinical Psychology from Notre Dame De Namur University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Collaborative

I am a lover of learning, a wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. I offer a wide range of services with clinical knowledge. I aim to assist clients in moving past survival into thriving within life and finding their light. I desire to support others in life as they explore, heal, and find their joy.

Available virtually

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Jaime Reeves

LMFT
13+ years

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

Jaime has a Masters of Arts (MA) Clinical Psychology/ Marriage & Family Therapy from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

California
Specialties
Cultural Stress
Grief
Peer Relationships
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Collaborative

I'm a licensed therapist in West LA specializing in depth-oriented, experiential work. I support adults navigating life transitions, grief, relationship patterns, and existential questions, including end-of-life and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy support.

Available virtually

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Anadora Turner

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
3+ years

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

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

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Grief
Stress
Style
Outcome-oriented
Approachable
Empowering

I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients can process life’s challenges, improve emotional wellness, and build healthier coping skills. My goal is to help clients feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout their healing journey.

Available virtually

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Montaye Kyle

LCSW
3+ years

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

Montaye has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from University of Southern California.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Men's Issues
Sports Performance
Stress
Style
Directive
Approachable
Motivational

I believe in supporting my clients through accountability and reassurance. View my services as a safe haven to take off the mask.

Available virtually

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Destini Davis

LMFT
4+ years

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

Destini has a Master of Science (MS) from California State University, Sacramento.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Collaborative

I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals through all kinds of life stressors and life transitions. Therapy works best as a partnership; together, we uncover what's really going on and build practical tools for lasting change in a judgment-free space where your goals shape the work we do together.

Available virtually

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Sonya Syers Federon

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
3+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Sonya Syers Federon, 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
Codependency
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Style
Insightful
Gentle
Curious

I am committed to helping individuals, couples, and families unpack the traumas of life that have left them with unanswered questions and confusion about how to better navigate their journey. Being an African American therapist, a woman, and a Christian, I strive to respect the cultural and traditional practices of my clients.

Available virtually

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Kenneth Wiley

LMFT
5+ years

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

Kenneth has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) in Counseling psychology from California State University, Bakersfield.

Bakersfield, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Spirituality
Style
Responsive
Spiritual
Collaborative

I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and faith-based issues. I like to tailor my approach to what best suits your needs as the client.

Available virtually

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Kate Salami

LCSW
16+ years

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

Kate has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, San Bernardino.

San Bernardino, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Gentle
Collaborative

Starting therapy can feel like a huge step. I applaud your courage in starting your journey in a safe and supportive environment. I specialize in working with individuals going through life transitions, relational problems, anxiety, depression, and trauma and I take a client-centered and collaborative approach to therapy.

Available virtually

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Stephane Correa Rowe

LCSW
5+ years

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

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

California
Specialties
Aging
Coping Skills
Parenting
Style
Outcome-oriented
Attuned
Empowering

Welcome! Taking the first step toward therapy can be difficult, and I'm glad you're here. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I offer a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where we'll work together to build on your strengths, navigate challenges, and create meaningful change.

Available virtually

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Evan Thomas

LCSW
7+ years

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

Evan has a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) from California Baptist College and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California Baptist College.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Parenting
Stress
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Motivational

I am licensed in California with 7 years of professional work experience in the social work field. I am here to support & empower you in your journey.

Available virtually

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Teisha Levi

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
13+ years

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

Teisha has a Master's in Counseling (MC) Marriage and Family Therapy from Argosy University San Francisco.

Emeryville, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Grief
Mood Disorders
Style
Responsive
Attuned
Curious

I help adults and teens navigate emotional, cognitive, and behavioral challenges. Whether you're struggling with painful past experiences, anger, or difficulty with forgiveness, I'm here to support your healing journey.

Available virtually

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Keith McGowen

Patients consistently give high satisfaction ratings

LMFT
11+ years

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

Keith has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling: PPSC2, AMFT from California State University, Hayward.

Long Beach, CA
Specialties
Divorce
Family Conflict
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Sports Performance
Style
Directive
Spiritual
Supportive

My specialty are on Couples Therapy, Marriage Repair, High-Structure, and Relationship Work. I help couples rebuild trust, restore connection in the relationship, and create a clear structure for long-term stability.

Available virtually

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Celeste Vaughan-Briggs

LCSW

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

Celeste has a Master of Social Work from University of Pennsylvania.

California
Specialties
Chronic Illness
Coping Skills
Cultural Stress
Grief
Women's Issues
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Curious

Looking to start your exploration of the season you find yourself in? Life’s circumstances can be challenging. I invite you to partner with me to navigate depression, anxiety, grief, and life transitions with sensitivity and compassion.

Available virtually

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Charity Miller

LMFT
12+ years

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

Charity has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling and Professional Psychology from California Baptist University.

Riverside, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQIA+
Racial Identity
Transgender Issues
Style
Outcome-oriented
Attuned
Supportive

I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a primary focus on BIPOC folks of all genders and those in the LGBTQIA+ community. As a transgender and queer therapist, I understand the need for someone who identifies similarly and has a deeper understanding of the issues marginalized communities face.

she is extremely compassionate and a great listener

Available virtually

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Kristin Beech

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
2+ years

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

Kristin has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Long Beach.

Santa Clara, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Spirituality
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Outcome-oriented
Approachable
Affirming

I am an LCSW licensed by the state of California. I use Christian Counseling, Mindfulness, CBT, and Bereavement Counseling to support solution-oriented conversations.

Available virtually

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