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Roberto Macias Sanchez

Patients consistently give high satisfaction ratings

LMFT
10+ years

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

Roberto has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling Psychology from Wright Institute.

Oakland, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Developmental Disorders
Stress
Style
Insightful
Candid
Affirming

I am a psychotherapist with 19 years of experience working at a children's hospital. I am multiracial, born in Mexico, and Spanish-speaking. I am also a veteran who served during the OIF and OEF.

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Porscha Castillo

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LCSW
4+ years

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

Porscha has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Walden University.

Oakland, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Outcome-oriented
Gentle
Motivational

I look to help with anything you're struggling with. I work with a plethora of clients with challenges and barriers from Depression, Relationships, Life Coaching, Home Stress, Work Stress, Trauma, Maternal Health, and Child Mental Health.

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Tina Green

LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Tina Green, 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
Depression
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Spiritual
Curious

I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, and self‑esteem, helping clients understand their stories and build healthier patterns. I blend evidence‑based approaches with a warm, grounded presence so people can create boundaries, strengthen resilience, and feel more empowered in their daily lives.

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Shannon Foster-MacAuley

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
3+ years

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

Shannon has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Santa Barbara.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Warm
Collaborative

I have a passion for helping others steady their course to create abundant and peaceful lives. I work side by side with individuals, families, and children who have experienced trauma.

She is very compassionate and I feel safe to tell her my feelings.

Available virtually

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Felipe Ortega

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW

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

Felipe has a Master of Social Work from Fordham University.

Visalia, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Grief
Stress
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Affirming

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who believes openness and connection are essential parts of personal growth and healing. My experience includes working in both high-intensity clinical settings and private practice environments, supporting individuals across the lifespan—from children to older adults—as they navigate life’s challenges.

Available virtually

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Sarina Sandoval

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW

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

Sarina has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Sacramento.

Sacramento, CA
Specialties
Grief
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Warm
Collaborative

Whether you're navigating pregnancy, postpartum, or a NICU journey, you deserve a space where you feel supported and understood. As an LCSW with a certification in perinatal mental health (PMH-C), I strive to create a space where you feel heard and empowered as we work toward your goals together.

Available virtually

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Scott McQueen

LPCC

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

Scott has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from Concordia University Irvine.

California
Specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
Parenting
Relationship Issues
Style
Exploratory
Attuned
Affirming

Navigating anxiety, self-doubt, or life transitions can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to do it alone. I partner with clients to approach these challenges with curiosity and compassion, guiding you toward a grounded, confident, and purposeful life.

Available virtually

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Andrew Sutherland

LMFT

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

Andrew has a Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Touro University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
First Responders
Grief
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Empowering

Do you feel like you should be enjoying life more? Do thoughts of the past or images from a future keep you from moving forward with the things you want to do? Do you feel as if you are a passenger in your life rather than the one driving action, growth, change, and happiness?

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Kylee Neumaier

LMFT

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

Kylee has a Master of Clinical Health Services in Clinical Psychology with emphasis and Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University.

California
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Curious

Healing isn't about becoming a different person, it's about understanding yourself well enough to stop surviving and start thriving. I blend genuine connection with evidence-based, trauma-informed care to help you create lasting change, not just manage symptoms.

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John Loppnow

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT

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

John has a Master of Science (MS) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fuller Theological Seminary.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Cultural Stress
Spirituality
Stress
Style
Exploratory
Spiritual
Collaborative

Your story matters, and you don't have to face it alone. I offer a safe, supportive space to work through challenges, find clarity, and grow stronger inside and out.

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Bahar Amini

LCSW

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

Bahar has a Master of Social Work (MSW) Children, Youth, and Families from California State University, Dominguez Hills.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Cultural Stress
Depression
Life Transitions
Women's Issues
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Supportive

Greetings, I am a first-generation Afghan-American woman specializing in working with children of immigrants. I provide a space we get to explore acculturation gaps, intergenerational trauma, and navigating life transitions.

Available virtually

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Jaime Morse

LCSW

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

Jaime has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from New York University and a Masters of Arts (MA) in Psychology from The New School.

California
Specialties
Borderline Personality
Depression
Life Transitions
Self-Harming
Suicidal Ideation
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Affirming

I am a California-based psychotherapist who works with adults seeking to heal from trauma, attachment wounds, and relationship challenges. I believe that therapy is most effective when it provides a safe, collaborative space to understand how past experiences continue to shape present patterns—and how those patterns can change.

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Sharon Stines

Recognized for high quality patient care

LPCC
7+ years

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

Sharon has a Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) from California Southern University and a Master of Arts (MA) in Business from California State University, Dominguez Hills.

La Habra, CA
Specialties
Domestic Violence
Relationship Issues
Sexual Abuse
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Spiritual
Collaborative

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and certified EMDR therapist.

She’s very helpful, knowledgeable and sincere

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Marlyn Serralde

LCSW

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

Marlyn has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Massachusetts Global.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Cultural Stress
Depression
Grief
Stress
Style
Insightful
Warm
Curious

I support clients navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and major life transitions using approaches such as EMDR and CBT.

Available virtually

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Naveta Barry

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT

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

Naveta has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from California Baptist College.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Collaborative

I’m also trained in EMDR to support deeper healing.

Available virtually

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Chirag Bharati

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT

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

Chirag has a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University.

Cerritos, CA
Specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQIA+
Men's Issues
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Collaborative

“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness." I believe that client care should absolutely be individualized (in collaboration with the individual), contain healthy coping skills, and include tools towards building a social support network that can help him/her/them progress towards a much happier future.

Available virtually

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Caitlin Martin

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Caitlin Martin, 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 Masters of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Touro University Worldwide.

California
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Attuned
Collaborative

I use CBT, DBT, SFT, and EMDR to help you build insight, regulate emotions, and develop healthy coping skills for lasting change.

Available virtually

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Maria Bartlett

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
3+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Maria Bartlett, 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 Psychology/Marriage and Family Therapy from Chapman University.

Lancaster, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Substance Use
Style
Outcome-oriented
Attuned
Collaborative

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 8 years of experience in the Mental Health field. I am based in the Los Angeles area and work with clients statewide via telehealth. I have experience working with adults, providing counseling and emotional support to help navigate relationships and life stressors.

Available virtually

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Teresa Montes-Montalvo

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
7+ years

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

Teresa has a Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pacific Oaks College.

Pasadena, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
LGBTQIA+
Racial Identity
Stress
Style
Responsive
Attuned
Affirming

I help clients explore their inner self to understand trauma, anxiety, and life stressors and start the healing process through a cultural lens. I work with individuals, couples, families, and therapists, with significant experience supporting first-generation immigrants and the Latinx community.

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Marianna Garcia

LMFT

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

Marianna has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from California State University, Fresno.

Fresno, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Warm
Empowering

Feeling stuck and overwhelmed? I work alongside children, adolescent, teen, and adult individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, parent-child conflicts, and relationship challenges. My goal is to help you alleviate emotional distress, strengthen relationships, and develop healthy coping strategies to navigate daily life.

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Viktoria Penchuk

LMFT

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

Viktoria has a Master of Science in Psychology, MFT from Phillips Graduate Institute and a Master of Education in Applied Psychology from Minsk Pedagogical University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Child Abuse or Neglect
Panic Attacks
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Gentle
Collaborative

If you are tired of organizing your life around fear, anxiety, or avoidance, let’s work towards regaining your confidence, freedom, and a sense of control. You deserve to fully participate in your life — not just get through it.

Available virtually

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Milagros Casas

LCSW

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

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

California
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Stress
Style
Insightful
Warm
Empowering

I look forward to helping you feel more connected to yourself and understand how situations can affect your daily routines and mood, and how you can take full control of your life again.

Available virtually

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Patrick Talbot

LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Patrick Talbot, 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
Career Counseling
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Stress
Style
Responsive
Attuned
Collaborative

If you are feeling overwhelmed, or navigating a life transition, therapy can be a place to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. Reaching out for support is an important step toward healing. Together we can create a supportive environment and explore what has shaped your experiences, through compassionate curiosity into a treatment plan.

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Karen Kaiser

LPCC
27+ years

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

Karen has a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from George Mason University, a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) from University of Virginia and a Master of Education (MED) from University of Virginia.

California
Specialties
Chronic Illness
Mood Disorders
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Curious

I view my role not as an expert dictating your path, but as a guide accompanying you on your journey towards healing and self-discovery. Each individual holds the key to their well-being; my job is to support you in unlocking your inherent potential and navigating the challenges that arise along the way.

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Anna Phillips

LMFT

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

Anna has a Master in Counseling (MC) from Western Seminary and a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in Public Policy from Walden University.

Hayward, CA
Specialties
Chronic Pain
Depression
Relationship Issues
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Collaborative

For over 15 years, I have been providing and supervising mental health and addiction treatment. I find that providing therapy is one of the most rewarding opportunities, in which I am able to sit with individuals, couples, and families to sort through their most challenging and sometimes painful situations.

Available virtually

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