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Samantha Van Horn

LMFT
13+ years

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

Samantha has a Master of Science (MS) Clinical Psychology from Simpson Univerisity.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Panic Attacks
Sexual Abuse
Spirituality
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Affirming

Life can feel heavy at times, and having the right support can help lighten the load. I provide a warm and supportive space to help you navigate anxiety and heal from trauma. Together, we will work to build insight, understand your nervous system, strengthen resilience, and reconnect with the life you want.

Available virtually

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Jasmine McDonald

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
5+ years

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

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

California
Specialties
First Responders
ADHD
Anxiety
Cultural Stress
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Style
Insightful
Warm
Affirming

I strive to create a warm, safe, and welcoming space where clients feel comfortable being themselves and sharing openly without judgment. My approach is compassionate, supportive, and culturally aware, helping individuals feel seen, heard, and empowered as they navigate healing, growth, self-discovery, and life’s challenges.

Available virtually

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Maribel Uribe

LMFT
10+ years

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

Maribel has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Psychology from National University.

Vista, CA
Specialties
First Responders
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Gentle
Supportive

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. By providing safe and non-judgmental support and encouragement, I assist my clients as they heal and reach their goals. We are so often impacted by previous experiences, and we don't always understand how those experiences influence and impact our present.

Since the beginning, Maribel sounded very happy to meet with me and excited about her approach with EMDR, which made me feel excited to try it out too. She always sounds interested and curious about my issues and I value that.

Available virtually

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Liza Castro

LMFT
8+ years

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

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

Vista, CA
Specialties
First Responders
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Candid
Empowering

I'm a genuine, empathetic, and direct therapist who will coach you to win. You need honesty, challenge, insight, and awareness, and I'm here to help you obtain what you need.

Available virtually

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Tammy Ricker

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LMFT
14+ years

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

Tammy has a Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) in Clinical Psychology from California Southern University and a Masters of Arts (MA) in Psychology from Chapman College.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Depression
Family Conflict
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Practical
Approachable
Collaborative

My goal is to offer a safe and supportive space where you can fully express your feelings and take steps toward personal growth.

Available virtually

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Jeff Garcia

LMFT

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

Jeff has a Master in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University, Los Angeles.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQIA+
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Candid
Motivational

I am a bilingual LMFT with a background as a Medical Social Worker, giving me deep experience in supporting individuals through complex stressors and systemic barriers.

Available virtually

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Janice Higuera

LCSW
3+ years

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

Janice has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Jose State University.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Older Adult
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Substance Use
Women's Issues
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Supportive

Choosing to start therapy is a meaningful step, and it takes courage, time, and energy to get here so congrats for getting to this point. I provide a supportive, collaborative space to help you process challenges, identify goals, and create meaningful change. While the work can be difficult at times, it can also be incredibly rewarding.

Available virtually

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Michael Lucchesi

LMFT
12+ years

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

Michael has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) with Emphasis in MFT from Chapman University.

Fairfield, CA
Specialties
First Responders
Alcohol Use
Grief
Infidelity
Psychosis
Suicidal Ideation
Style
Outcome-oriented
Approachable
Affirming

Is now the time for exploring change and growth in your life? Are you reaching past stress, sadness, anxiety, loss, self-doubts, relationship difficulties, vices, and/or other burdens? Let's start your journey together. Take this first step towards your new best life.

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Charlene Villegas-Tran

LMFT
17+ years

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

Charlene has a Master in Counseling (MC) from National University.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Style
Insightful
Warm
Collaborative

I know reaching out for support can feel difficult, especially if you’ve been used to handling things on your own. I believe therapy offers a safe, supportive space to explore life’s challenges. Seeking help is a sign of strength, it’s a meaningful step toward healing and growth.

Available virtually

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Chelsea Murphy

LMFT
3+ years

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

Chelsea has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Brandman University/UMass Global.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Child Abuse or Neglect
Codependency
Self Esteem
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Collaborative

Existing can be exhausting, but you don't have to go through it alone. We can sip some tea, create some art, chat, laugh, cry, and heal together. Reach out whenever you're ready. I'd love to connect and see how I can support you.

Available virtually

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Arianna Raiola

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
3+ years

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

Arianna has a Master in Counseling (MC) from Point loma Nazarene University.

Carlsbad, CA
Specialties
First Responders
Addiction
Depression
Divorce
Stress
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Affirming

I’m a compassionate, client-centered therapist dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity, resilience, and emotional balance. My practice focuses on supporting clients through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, parenting challenges, and life transitions.

Available virtually

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David Haro

LPCC
3+ years

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

David has a Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Western States.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Borderline Personality
Psychosis
Sexual Addiction
Substance Use
Suicidal Ideation
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Collaborative

I've always said every individual could benefit from therapy regardless of your circumstances. What I mean when I say this is we are always growing, changing, going through something that therapy can help with. My aim is to help you on that journey whether it is a significant life change, or just navigating what life has thrown at you.

Available virtually

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Gerardo Alva Chavez

LPCC
6+ years

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

Gerardo has a Master in Counseling (MC) from California State University, San Bernardino.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Coping Skills
Depression
Grief
LGBTQIA+
Suicidal Ideation
Style
Responsive
Candid
Affirming

I am your friendly, neighborhood therapist! I’m here to provide a safe, down-to-earth space where you can feel truly heard. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, grief, or just the heavy "lows" of life, I offer an open-minded and accepting stance to help you heal. Let’s work together to help you grow and feel like yourself again.

Available virtually

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Marcela Segura Crispin

LMFT
11+ years

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

Marcela has a Master in Counseling (MC) in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Fresno.

Fresno, CA
Specialties
First Responders
Grief
Life Transitions
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Women's Issues
Style
Exploratory
Gentle
Curious

Welcome! First and foremost, please know you are not alone. I support clients dealing with depression, anxiety, self-doubt, and life transitions with compassion. Together, we focus on helping you feel more grounded, confident, and connected—to yourself and to the life you want to build.

Available virtually

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Yoana Luna

LMFT
3+ years

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

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

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Depression
Domestic Violence
Infidelity
Relationship Issues
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Affirming

I’m an LMFT, a Latina therapist specializing in trauma‑informed care and relationship healing. I create a supportive space where clients can speak freely—in English, Spanish, or Spanglish—and explore their stories with compassion and cultural connection.

Available virtually

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Cristobal Galvan

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LMFT
4+ years

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

Cristobal has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology with a Specialization in Psychological Trauma from Antioch University.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Cultural Stress
Life Transitions
Men's Issues
Relationship Issues
Style
Responsive
Attuned
Motivational

Feeling stuck or like you’ve been carrying everything on your own for too long? You don’t have to do it alone anymore. I help people understand emotional patterns, heal from difficult experiences, and build healthier relationships in a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can gain clarity and live more authentically.

Available virtually

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Brian Kaufman

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LCSW
15+ years

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

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

California
Specialties
First Responders
Career Counseling
Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
Older Adult
Stress
Style
Practical
Candid
Supportive

I have experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

Available virtually

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Noemi Flores

LCSW
6+ years

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

Noemi has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Child Welfare from Loma Linda University.

Patton, CA
Specialties
First Responders
ADHD
Anxiety
LGBTQIA+
Life Transitions
Sleep or Insomnia
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Supportive

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California and am working with clients statewide via telehealth. My passion is working with kids, teenagers, and young adults, and I enjoy building that therapeutic relationship with this population.

Available virtually

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Dr. Robin Mathy

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
1+ years

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

Dr. Robin has a Master of Science (MS) in International Relations from University of Cambridge, a Master of Science (MS) in Evidence from Based Healthcare - University of Oxford, a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Clinical Research and Practice in Substance Abuse and Mental Health from University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and a Masters of Arts (MA) in Sociology from Indiana University Bloomington.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Depression
Gender Identity
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Directive
Warm
Affirming

I provide a space rooted in safety, deep listening, and compassion. I believe healing is a sacred journey—a process of remembering your own wisdom, reclaiming wholeness, and transforming pain into possibility. Together, we can explore the paths that lead to a satisfying life filled with peace, joy, and mastery.

Available virtually

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Christopher Maines

LMFT
8+ years

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

Christopher has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology Marriage and Family Therapy from Azusa Pacific University.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Men's Issues
Relationship Issues
Spirituality
Stress
Substance Use
Style
Insightful
Attuned
Supportive

"As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." Men are far too often portrayed only for their physical strength. My mission as a therapist is to restore men to a more full sense of strength by having skill and mastery of their inner world of character, thoughts, emotions, and healthy relationships.

Available virtually

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Hilary Malloy

LCSW
3+ years

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

Hilary has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California Baptist College.

California
Specialties
First Responders
ADHD
Addiction
Anxiety
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Collaborative

I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), working in private practice as a Psychotherapist. I live in Los Angeles, and work in-person or hybrid, with adults, teens, couples and the aging population. I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, work stress, career blocks.

Available virtually

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Lisa Clevenger

LMFT
15+ years

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

Lisa has a Master of Arts in Psychology from Chapman University.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Depression
Mood Disorders
Spirituality
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Motivational

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience supporting youth, adults, and families through a variety of life challenges. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy and believe that to be fully healthy, one must be emotionally healthy, physically healthy, and spiritually healthy.

Available virtually

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Jennifer Sasse-Pierce

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
11+ years

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

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

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Grief
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Weight Loss
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Motivational

I help others who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or navigating life's transitions to find clarity and confidence. My practice is centered on creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel understood while learning practical tools to thrive.

Available virtually

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Carly Makie-Bennett

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
12+ years

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

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

Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Specialties
First Responders
Anger Management
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Stress
Style
Outcome-oriented
Approachable
Empowering

I am licensed in California with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

Available virtually

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Darya Potyagova

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
12+ years

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

Darya has a Master of Social Work from International University of Nature, Society, and Man.

North Hollywood, CA
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Spirituality
Style
Insightful
Spiritual
Empowering

If something in your life needs to change, this is a place to begin. You deserve clarity, support, and a way forward that truly feels like you. Together, we will take steady, meaningful steps forward. I’m here to support you every step of the way.

Available virtually