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Nidya Crockett

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
4+ years

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

Nidya has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from University of Phoenix and a Master of Social Work (MSW) with Emphasis: Community, Organization, and Business Innovation; Military Social Work from University of Southern California.

Riverside, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Self Esteem
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Supportive

I believe people deserve to heal from life's stressors, and building a support system is essential to that process. I specialize in helping individuals with mood disorders, complex traumas, emotional disturbances, and significant life transitions.

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Cara Stearns Entz

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
31+ years

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

Cara has a Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology from Loyola Marymount University.

Pasadena, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Stress
Style
Outcome-oriented
Gentle
Collaborative

I work with individuals, couples, families, and children dealing with struggles impacting their lives. My goal is to help you navigate challenges with compassion and evidence-based strategies that create meaningful change.

Available virtually

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Brian Fernandez

LMFT
11+ years

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

Brian has a Master of Science (MS) in Marital and Family Therapy from California State University, Dominguez Hills.

Bakersfield, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Grief
Relationship Issues
Style
Exploratory
Attuned
Curious

My approach in therapy is focused on providing you with coping skills to help you manage stressors, while at the same time helping you identify changes you may want to make that enable you to lead a more genuine and fulfilling life. My areas of practice focus on depression, anxiety, grief, and interpersonal relationships.

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Andrea Martel

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
29+ years

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

Andrea has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Diego State University.

San Diego, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQIA+
Substance Use
Women's Issues
Style
Practical
Warm
Collaborative

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW 18116) providing therapy to clients who are seeking improvements in their life. I feel the relationship with your counselor is paramount, and I want you to feel safe. I have over 25 years of experience, and I will provide tools you can use for change in order for you to reach your goals.

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Kerry Cannon

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
8+ years

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

Kerry has a Master of Social Work from California State University, Sacramento.

California
Specialties
Aging
Anxiety
Cultural Stress
First Responders
Life Transitions
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Empowering

I work alongside you as the expert on your life through active listening, reframing, and proactive support. I can teach you coping tools like visual imagery, breathing techniques, radical acceptance, and ways to reframe unproductive thoughts that don't serve you well.

Kerry undid a lot of the worries I had returning to therapy. I had previous experiences that kept me from trying it again for many years. She took every opportunity to support me in the specific ways I needed to feel supported. Her honesty and transparency about the progress I was making, the treatment itself, and what she felt would suit me or not made me feel safe and seen. I learned several techniques to temper my anxiety, depression, and PTSD that have now become part of my daily life and improved my mental health. I appreciate Kerry’s therapy style and would love to return to her in the future should I find myself needing support once again.

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Kevin Phillips

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
2+ years

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

Kevin has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from William Jessup University.

Grass Valley, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Spirituality
Stress
Style
Practical
Spiritual
Collaborative

My calling lies in guiding adolescents, young adults, and couples to find their way through Christian-based counseling. My commitment to family forms the core of my therapeutic philosophy. Clients often appreciate my distinctive blend of humor and a no-nonsense, direct approach.

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Stacy VanBruggen-O'Rourke

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
21+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Stacy VanBruggen-O'Rourke, 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 Southern California.

Fresno, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Stress
Style
Outcome-oriented
Candid
Empowering

My role is to help you identify your unique strengths and skills and combine those with new insights so you can live the life you want to live. I understand that there is a lot that goes into the decision to talk to someone about what is going on right now. I am glad you are considering this.

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Talia Morrison

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
11+ years

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

Talia has a Masters of Arts (MA) from Alliant International University.

Lemon Grove, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Relationship Issues
Style
Exploratory
Attuned
Collaborative

As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience, my passion is helping clients reconnect to themselves and others, offering hope through the process of creating shifts that lead to lasting, meaningful change.

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Stacey Garfinkel

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
30+ years

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

Stacey has a Masters in Social Work from University of Southern California.

Oak Park, CA
Specialties
Aging
Anxiety
Chronic Illness
Grief
Older Adult
Style
Exploratory
Gentle
Supportive

I provide therapy to older and disabled adults. I work with patients who need support around issues of grief and loss, changes in their physical health, and chronic health conditions. I have worked with many ESRD patients and patients in recovery from drug and alcohol abuse.

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Diana Barrera

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
30+ years

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

Diana has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of California, Berkeley.

Fresno, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Affirming

I bring a wealth of knowledge and passion to my work. I am bilingual and fluent in Spanish, enabling me to serve a diverse range of clients.

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Marshiq Wilson-Martin

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
14+ years

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

Marshiq has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in The Mental Health Challenges of African from American Women living with HIV/AIDS - California State University, Long Beach.

Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Cultural Stress
Depression
Grief
Women's Issues
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Supportive

Are you struggling alone? Are you ready to make a breakthrough? Allow me to assist you in evolving toward a healthier, more productive you.

Ms. Wilson-Martin is simply amazing and has help me navigate through adulthood. She creates a safe place that allows you to be seen and heard. I’m so thankful for her!

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Karie Lenander

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
5+ years

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

Karie has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Walla Walla College.

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

I have a background in trauma, serious mental illness, and substance abuse, and I bring depth and care to supporting clients through difficult experiences.

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Soe Myrna Cortez

Patients consistently give high satisfaction ratings

LCSW
5+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Soe Myrna Cortez, are social workers 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.

Pasadena, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Style
Responsive
Warm
Collaborative

I support adults experiencing depression, autism, anxiety, chronic pain, grief, and loss. When the stress in life becomes too much, I am here to help you work toward your goals.

Available virtually

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Frederick Wahlig

LCSW
31+ years

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

Frederick has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Diego State University.

San Diego, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Style
Directive
Warm
Supportive

I provide support to clients experiencing challenges in their lives. My approach centers on meeting you with empathy, openness, and understanding as we work through what brings you to therapy.

Available virtually

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Sandra Rentfrow

Recognized for high quality patient care

LPCC
5+ years

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

Sandra has a Master of Science (MS) in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University.

Fresno, CA
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Substance Use
Suicidal Ideation
Style
Exploratory
Gentle
Curious

I work with adults to improve their quality of life. Using Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, I help clients increase awareness and develop positive thinking and behavior patterns that support lasting change.

Available virtually

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Rebecca Wasinack

LMFT
5+ years

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

Rebecca has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University.

Irvine, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Substance Use
Style
Responsive
Attuned
Collaborative

My approach is client-centered and collaborative. I believe you are the expert on yourself and want you to share what feels most important. I provide worksheets and assignments between sessions to help you build needed tools. I work with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, postpartum concerns, work stress, and anger.

Available virtually

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Ricardo Reyes

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
7+ years

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

Ricardo has a Master in Counseling (MC) in Marriage and Family Therapy from University of Phoenix.

West Covina, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQIA+
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Practical
Warm
Supportive

When individuals experience unexpected ups and downs in the world and are challenged to put equilibrium back in their life, I have been there to assist in helping them find balance in life again. I have worked with individuals suffering from trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, coming out, or unexpected changes in life.

Ricardo Reyes provides the best possible therapy and self-management ideas for my current mental health concerns. I'm sure there are other providers as good as him, but his style and method works great for me.

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Melissa Bautista

Recognized for high quality patient care

LPCC
5+ years

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

Melissa has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling and Guidance from California State University, San Bernardino.

Beaumont, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Stress
Style
Outcome-oriented
Approachable
Collaborative

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over seven years of experience supporting clients through life’s challenges. I provide telehealth therapy across California and strive to create a space that feels safe, supportive, and easy to talk in.

Available virtually

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Steven Degelsmith

LMFT
40+ years

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

Steven has a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in Psychology from California Graduate Institute and a Masters of Science in Education (MS ED..) in Counseling Psychology from University of Southern California.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Stress
Style
Outcome-oriented
Attuned
Curious

I am a licensed psychotherapist who has had the privilege of working with a whole spectrum of people in need of mental health treatment for a variety of conditions.

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Elise Breen

LCSW
8+ years

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.

Travis Air Force Base, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Style
Exploratory
Candid
Curious

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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Marion Swenson

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
7+ years

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

Marion has a Master of Science (MS) from Loma Linda University.

Redlands, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Parenting
Stress
Women's Issues
Style
Outcome-oriented
Warm
Affirming

My approach to therapy is to discover who my client is and how I may help them. My focus is to listen deeply to the heart of my client and to walk with them while on their healing journey.

Available virtually

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Ramon Ortega-Caballero

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
3+ years

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

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

Santa Clarita, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQIA+
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Curious

I'm a compassionate therapist who offers a welcoming space for healing, growth, and self-discovery. With a deep commitment to inclusivity, I work with individuals from all walks of life—including Latina/o, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ communities. I support clients through childhood trauma, substance use, anxiety, depression, and domestic violence.

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Erica Sylvia Mitchell

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
5+ years

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

Erica Sylvia has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Child Welfare from California State University, Hayward.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Attuned
Curious

I identify as an EMDR Trauma & Stress therapist who provides compassionate therapy with cultural humility to build therapeutic alliances with adults experiencing PTSD, CPTSD, anxiety, life transitions, and grief. Erica provides therapy with an integrative approach using EMDR to help you heal from stress and trauma experiences.

As someone who experiences CPTSD, working with Erica has given me a renewed outlook on my life circumstances and a deeper understanding of what I’ve experienced. She provides me with stability and structure within our sessions, and helps me frame complex thoughts and interpretations that otherwise leave me exhausted and feeling lost. She has tools and resources that are right on time, and her composure is responsive and gentle, but also assertive and strong when needed. She gives you so many insights that will have you thinking and pondering beyond the session. She cares about the support she provides and checks in regularly and encourages honest feedback. She never makes me feel like I am “too much or intense” or that I have to apologize for how I show up. She accepts me as I am and is present to walk the journey alongside me. I appreciate her intuitive but methodological approach. It took me multiple tries to find the right therapist fit, and I am so glad that I continued looking—because I feel seen, heard and valued in our therapeutic relationship. She is helping to restore my self-belief and self-trust, and moving forward rather than being stuck in the past. I am truly grateful for our partnership.

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Eric Billig

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
7+ years

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

Eric has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) from Ryokan College.

Oceanside, CA
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Mood Disorders
Panic Attacks
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Empowering

Thanks for taking the time to visit my page. What makes me different from many other therapists is my unique approach to therapy, which includes connecting mental interventions to physiological systems. I have 30 years of experience in treating mental health, and my self-analysis has brought me to this knowledge.

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Elias Bekele

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
9+ years

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

Elias has a Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Counseling from Southern California Seminary.

Escondido, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Candid
Affirming

I am a California-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT/93431). I am bilingual and bicultural with over 15 years of clinical experience. I utilize my cultural sensitivity to understand my clients' struggles.

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