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Maria Alcaraz
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Maria Alcaraz, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Maria has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University.
Maria G. Alcaraz, LMFT, graduated from Alliant International University with a Master of Arts in Marital and Family Therapy (Accredited by the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy). Her goal is to help her clients move towards a hopeful, balanced future and regain a sense of normalcy.
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Jeffrey Hartwig
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Jeffrey Hartwig, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jeffrey has a Master of Arts (MA) in Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor from Azusa Pacific University.
I provide therapy to adults using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you develop insights, coping skills, assertive communication, and appropriate boundaries. These tools support you in overcoming challenges such as ADD/ADHD, anger, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and loss.
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Athena Byrne
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Athena Byrne, 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, couples, and families seeking support through life's challenges. My goal is to help you reduce symptoms and make progress toward what matters most to you.
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Johnnie Aldridge
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Johnnie Aldridge, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Johnnie has a Master of Social Work (MSW) and Gerontology from Loma Linda University.
I help adults and couples navigate life's challenges with warmth and practical support. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, grief, or major transitions, I'm here to walk alongside you toward improved well-being.
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Deon Catchings
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Deon Catchings, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Deon has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist University.
My philosophy is you can't stop the storms of life from coming, but you can prepare to face them as the most self-aware, skilled, and empowered version of yourself. I also believe that relationships need more than love to thrive. They need skill, strategy, and relational intelligence.
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Caitlin Skorupski
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Caitlin Skorupski, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Caitlin has a Master of Arts (MA) in Marital and Family Therapy from Alliant International University.
I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, chronic illness, and major life transitions. I create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. My goal is to help you feel understood, empowered, and equipped with tools that truly work for your life.
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Sharon Beal Armendariz
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Sharon Beal Armendariz, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sharon has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Adult Mental Health & Addiction from University of Southern California.
I help clients reveal the underlying causes and nature of the issues they experience. My work centers on reducing fear and building confidence around the brain's normal reactions to stressful life events, using attachment and trauma-focused approaches.
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Kara Tiffany-Roberts
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Kara Tiffany-Roberts, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kara has a Master of Arts (MA) from National University.
I teach mindfulness, self-care, boundaries, and awareness to all of my clients. I specialize in co-occurring disorders or clients who have more than one diagnosis. I treat all mood disorders, substance abuse and dependence, binge eating, and all family and relationship issues.
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Joanne "Rachelle" Owings
Patients consistently give high satisfaction ratings
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Joanne "Rachelle" Owings, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Joanne "Rachelle" has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Clinical Social Work from University of Southern California.
I take a straightforward, practical approach to therapy. I work with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and relationship dynamics—often shaped by deeper family systems and attachment experiences.
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Taylor Comstock
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Taylor Comstock, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Taylor has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University.
I work best with helping individuals manage life stresses, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
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Laura Castro
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Laura Castro, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Laura has a Master of Science (MS) in Master of Science in Counseling, Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from University of Phoenix.
My therapeutic philosophy is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and a strength-based approach. I view each client as a unique individual shaped by their relationships and life experiences. I am committed to helping you navigate challenges, build resilience, and cultivate meaningful connections.
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Christina Lozano
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Christina Lozano, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Christina has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Dominguez Hills.
I support individuals across the lifespan—from infants to older adults—in settings including inpatient care, schools, outpatient clinics, and child welfare. Whether you're navigating life transitions, trauma, or parenting stress, my goal is to meet you where you are and help you move toward meaningful, lasting growth.
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James Harris
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like James Harris, 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 Masters of Arts (MA) from National University.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who lives in Laguna Niguel, California. I work with adults of all ages, genders, and nationalities and specialize in stress, depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, substance/alcohol use disorder, codependency, interpersonal issues, relationship issues, marriage and family issues, and couples counseling.
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Yufei Chen
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Yufei Chen, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Yufei has a Master of Science (MS) from San Francisco State University.
I use a client-centered and relational approach to support adolescent and adult clients through life transitions, identity exploration, existential dread, relationship issues, and other stressful situations.
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Akiko Takeda
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Akiko Takeda, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Akiko has a Master of Science (MS) in Marriage & Family Therapy from California State University, Dominguez Hills.
Our lives are built on relationships, which is why many people struggle with relational challenges that lead to depression and anxiety. I invite you to join me in a safe space to think about your problems, feel lighter, discover your thinking habits, learn new ways of communication, and uncover strengths you've never noticed before.
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Karla Cortez
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Karla Cortez, 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 Psychology (MSPSY) from Brandman University.
I use different approaches to help clients learn how to navigate their relationships and their emotional experiences. I have worked with individuals of all ages, couples, families, and groups.
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Mario Cruz-Martinez
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Mario Cruz-Martinez, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Mario has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pacific Oaks College and a Masters of Arts (MA) in Forensic Psychology from Argosy University.
I provide services in both English and Spanish, supporting clients through a warm and collaborative therapeutic relationship.
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Karen Johnson Carter
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Karen Johnson Carter, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Karen has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults facing mood disorders, trauma, domestic violence, grief, and loss. My focus is creating a safe space where you can address life's challenges and move toward healing.
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Angela Meadows
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Angela Meadows, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Angela has a Master of Social Work at University of Denver.
Growing up isn't easy—and parenting through it can feel just as overwhelming. I help teens, young adults, parents, and families navigate anxiety, identity, relationships, and life's transitions. Whether you're finding your place in the world or trying to reconnect at home, you don't have to figure it out alone. As an LCSW, I'm here to help.
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Erica Martinez
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Erica Martinez, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Erica has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Azusa Pacific University.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I am bilingual, speaking English and Spanish. I see clients who are battling depression, anxiety, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), adjustment disorders, ADHD, autism, family conflict, and life changes.
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Bianca Konstantinidis
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Bianca Konstantinidis, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Bianca has a Master of Science (MS) in Marital & Family Therapy from California State University, Dominguez Hills.
I am a therapist specializing in eating disorders and trained as an EMDR clinician, Reiki III practitioner, and body-positive facilitator. I have given presentations and workshops on therapeutic modalities and cultural issues in therapy.
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Laurie Linsley
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Laurie Linsley, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Laurie has a Master of Science (MS) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University.
Born and raised in sunny California, I obtained my undergraduate degree from CSU, Fresno, in Recreational Therapy. I have worked primarily with teens in the juvenile justice system and youth in foster care, and now I am seeing couples, families, and individuals. I believe all problems are centered around our relationships with others.
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William Roberts
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like William Roberts, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
William has a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Marriage and Family Therapy, The Chicago School, from Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, Pepperdine University,.
Are you and your partner stuck in the same arguments, struggling to rebuild trust, or feeling disconnected? I help couples improve communication, repair relationships after conflict or substance use, and rebuild connection using practical, solution-focused strategies.
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Paris Conner
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Paris Conner, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Paris has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Brandman University (2020).
I have a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges. I have a deep commitment to fostering healing and growth by using a compassionate and client-centered approach to therapy, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs and goals of those seeking support.
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Margarita Sanchez
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Margarita Sanchez, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Margarita has a Master in Counseling (MC) in Psychology focus on Marriage and Family Therapy from National University.
I'm a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with nine years of experience helping adults navigate life's challenges with greater confidence, resilience, and self-understanding.
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