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We regularly review providers to ensure quality
Carrie McElwee
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Carrie McElwee, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Carrie has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Dominguez Hills.
I am a trauma-informed clinician. I integrate humor, compassion, and creativity to make therapy both approachable and transformative. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families, including those who identify as BIPOC and LGBTQ+, with a focus on trauma recovery, relational healing, and self-empowerment.
Available virtually
Sheila Gilbert
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Sheila Gilbert, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sheila has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University.
Life transitions can feel heavy, especially when you are carrying uncertainty and the pressure to hold everything together. I support clients navigating perinatal adjustment, infertility, early parenting, identity shifts, and relationship challenges. My goal is to help you feel less alone, more supported, and more connected to what matters most.
Available virtually and in person
Yadira Torres-Baca
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Yadira Torres-Baca, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Yadira has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from UMass Global.
I have over five years of experience supporting teens, families, and individuals as they navigate life’s challenges and transitions. I’m passionate about creating a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and comfortable being yourself.
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Justin Bain
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Justin Bain, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Justin has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist College.
My vision in life is to help people understand and accept that they are precious, valuable, and loved--I truly believe that the way we view ourselves changes the way we think, act, and carry ourselves in life.
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Lindsey Norman
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Lindsey Norman, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Lindsey has a Master in Counseling (MC) from Concordia University, Irvine.
I'm passionate about helping people discover their strengths and live fulfilling lives, not by adding more or doing more, but by uncovering who they were created to be. My goal is to engage, empower, and equip you with the tools and confidence to overcome challenges and reach your full potential.
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Lucas Hendrickson
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Lucas Hendrickson, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Lucas has a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology, LGBTQ specialization from John F. Kennedy University.
I bring experience from coaching to deep emotional processing to EMDR.
Available virtually
Miriam Munzarova
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Miriam Munzarova, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Miriam has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from JFK University and a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Lekarska Fakulta (1994).
Are you silently carrying deep emotional pain, grief, betrayal, anxiety, or the scars of childhood trauma? Please do not dismiss your pain today and offer yourself a little act of love and compassion. Your wounds want to be validated, understood, and healed.
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Brad Benedict
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Brad Benedict, 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.
Whether you’re coming to me for personal growth, relationship struggles, or healing from trauma through EMDR, we can work together to get you past the problem.
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Cassandra Alfaro
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Cassandra Alfaro, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Cassandra has a Master in Counseling (MC) Marriage and Family Therapy from Azusa Pacific University.
I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Azusa Pacific University. I’ve had exciting opportunities to work in a variety of therapeutic settings including an inpatient psychiatric hospital treating a higher level of acuity, intensive outpatient program supporting teens.
Available virtually
Sara McDaniel
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Sara McDaniel, 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.
Welcome! I’m a warm, relational therapist dedicated to helping you move from simply surviving to truly thriving. In my practice, we address the root causes of distress—not just the symptoms—so you can find lasting peace, clarity, and deep personal growth. You deserve a space where you feel genuinely supported and heard.
Available virtually
Denise Felice Alvarez
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Denise Felice Alvarez, 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.
As a first-generation Mexican American woman, wife, mother, and LCSW, I understand how culture, relationships, and life experiences shape who we are. I believe everyone possesses inner resilience, even when pain or self-doubt make it difficult to see. My goal is to help you reconnect with that strength and create meaningful, lasting change.
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Jackie Balarezo Ruvalcaba
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Jackie Balarezo Ruvalcaba, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jackie has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from California State University, Northridge.
I enjoy sharing my knowledge and helping individuals through advocacy or by helping them through their personal struggles. I have experience working with families, adults, children, and adolescents, including those in the foster care system.
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Melinda Drake
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Melinda Drake, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Melinda has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of South Carolina.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in California, New York, Hawaii, and Oklahoma, and am also licensed as an Independent Social Worker for Clinical and Advanced Practice in South Carolina. I have worked in the behavioral health field for more than 25 years in chronic mental illness, substance use, and intellectual disabilities.
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Olesya Leskel
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Olesya Leskel, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Olesya has a Master in Counseling (MC) Counseling Psychology from Lesley College.
I am a Licensed Professional Counsellor with 13 years of experience helping adults, children, and couples with a variety of mental health issues, as well as navigating relationships and life challenges. I am versed in various counseling techniques, and tailor my interventions towards the needs of the particular client.
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Alexandria Dale
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Alexandria Dale, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Alexandria has a Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Chapman University.
Starting therapy is a brave and meaningful step, and I'm so glad you're here. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply looking for a space to breathe and be heard, I'm here to support you. I specialize in working with people through life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
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Sandra Labadia
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Sandra Labadia, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sandra has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in International Social Work/Independent Study from University of Missouri, Columbia and a Social Worker (SW) in International Medical Trust (IMED) from University of Missouri, Columbia.
My goal is to offer a supportive environment where you can fully express yourself, gain insight, and take steps toward personal growth.
Available virtually
Kalisha Boykin
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Kalisha Boykin, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kalisha has a Masters of Arts (MA) from University of the West.
I’m a Black therapist who is quiet, introspective, and deeply committed to creating an authentic and supportive space for healing. I aim to show up fully as myself so that you can feel safe doing the same. Together, we can create a space where you feel seen, understood, and free to explore who you are openly and honestly.
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Belinda Reser
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Belinda Reser, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Belinda has a Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology from Pepperdine University.
I specialize in providing a supportive, person-centered, and empowering therapeutic environment. My work focuses on assisting individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, grief and loss, addiction, domestic violence, life transitions, self-esteem, relationship issues, and financial stressors.
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Marina Vazquez Araiza
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Marina Vazquez Araiza, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Marina has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.
I’m a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma, mental health, substance use, and relationship concerns. I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy that helps clients better understand themselves, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change in a supportive and nonjudgmental space.
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Melinda Andres
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Melinda Andres, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Melinda has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Brandman University.
I am certified in treating trauma and ADHD using different modalities, including EMDR, Person-Centered, Solution-focused, Humanistic approaches, and others.
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Henri Koroveshi
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Henri Koroveshi, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Henri has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Mental Health Counseling from University of Southern California.
I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from California State University, Long Beach. I served in the U.S. Navy, and I graduated from the University of Southern California with a Master of Social Work degree with a concentration in Mental Health and sub-concentration in Military Social Work.
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Rouzanna Avagian
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Rouzanna Avagian, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Rouzanna has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California School of Medicine.
I'm passionate about building genuine therapeutic connections as my clients heal, grow, and find freedom from past wounds. I provide a warm and safe place for private conversations about ongoing issues, and together we focus on treatment plans specifically tailored to your needs.
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Amy Cubbison
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Amy Cubbison, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Amy has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from National University.
I'm deeply empathetic and have always felt called to help others navigate life's challenges. Now I'm doing what I've always wanted to do: creating a supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.
Available virtually
Joann Olejnik
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Joann Olejnik, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Joann has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. Anxiety, fear, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger post traumatic events. I can help you overcome these symptoms and guide you through the process of grief and healing.
Available virtually
Darryl Prince
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Darryl Prince, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Darryl has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from National University.
I would like to offer myself, my time, and my expertise to assist you in your journey, whether you find yourself struggling with emotional issues, seeking self-improvement, or exploring relationship needs.
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