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Louis Battistone
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Louis Battistone, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Louis has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University.
I specialize in anger management and substance use challenges, bringing warmth and expertise to support your healing.
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Randy Free
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Randy Free, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Randy has a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling and Mental Health Sciences from Concordia University Irvine.
My approach combines CBT, EMDR, and attachment theory to help clients build resilience, improve relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.
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Gavin Williams
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Gavin Williams, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Gavin has a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in Marriage and Family Therapy from California School of Professional Psychology and a Masters in Counseling (MC) in Counseling Psychology from University of San Francisco.
We all seek connection, a sense of belonging, and also we seek to have a sense of purpose and value. When we find ourselves in relationships where we feel a lack of connection or a sense of being undervalued by our partner we tend to lose vitality and/or security. Let us work together to rediscover who we are meant to be.
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Andrew Spaulding
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Andrew Spaulding, 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 Science (MS) from California State University East Bay.
I am excited to be joining the Rula team and look forward to meeting with you to see if we are a good fit given your emotional and relational needs, goals, and preferences. My specialty areas include trauma treatment, grief and loss, recovering from abuse, professional and relationship coaching, and working with children, youths, and parents.
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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.
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Zephon Lister
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Zephon Lister, 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.
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, or life transitions leave you feeling stuck or disconnected. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space to explore what you’re experiencing, recognize patterns, and create meaningful change that helps you feel more empowered to shape the life and relationships you want.
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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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Julie Mermelstein
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Julie Mermelstein, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Julie has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) from Antioch College.
Have you felt like you're just surviving and not thriving? Stuck in old patterns and belief systems? Let me support you in finding ways to live your life more intentionally and create new ways to cope better.
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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.
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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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Kiyana Kianfar-Jagoda
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Kiyana Kianfar-Jagoda, 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’m glad you’re here. I believe therapy is a collaborative and compassionate space where you can slow down, feel understood, and gain the tools and insight needed to create meaningful change in your life, relationships, and careers.
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Samuel Semanda
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Samuel Semanda, 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'm an LMFT, and I warmly welcome you as you begin this work together. In an intersubjective approach, I focus on how your experiences and our therapeutic relationship unfold in the room, creating safety, meaning, and momentum.
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Katie Hartman
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Katie Hartman, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Katie has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) Marriage and Family Therapy from Stanford University.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe therapy should feel like a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself without judgment. I work collaboratively with clients to navigate anxiety, life transitions, relationships, and the challenges that can feel overwhelming on your own.
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Scott McQueen
Recognized for high quality patient care
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.
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.
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Mehri Aboutalebi
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Mehri Aboutalebi, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Mehri has a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of professional Psychology.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate challenges such as anxiety, stress, trauma, and relationship issues. My work focuses on creating a safe space where you can explore your experiences and move toward healing and growth.
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Jaime Morse
Recognized for high quality patient care
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.
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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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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Richard Madrigal
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Richard Madrigal, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Richard has a Master of Science (MS) in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from University of Phoenix.
I am a California-licensed marriage and family therapist. I use straightforward evidence-based practices to reduce areas of emotional and psychological distress. I ensure all my clients feel heard, understood, and respected. My goal is to collaborate and help you heal and thrive for years to come.
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Sergio Ibanez
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Sergio Ibanez, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sergio has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from University of New England.
I work with diverse populations and use approaches including EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to address your unique needs.
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Catherine "Kati" Butcher
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Catherine "Kati" Butcher, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Catherine "Kati" has a Master of Education (MED) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Cambridge College.
I'm so glad you're here. Taking the first step towards healing and growth takes courage, and I'm honored to be part of your journey. I create a safe, supportive space where children, teens, individuals, couples, and families can find hope, healing, clarity, and connection.
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Holly Rennick
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Holly Rennick, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Holly has a Masters of Arts (MA) Marriage, Couples, and Family Therapy from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Welcome! I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with children, teens, adults, couples, and families across all stages of life. I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, ADHD, and self-esteem, using an attachment-based and trauma-informed approach.
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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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Ursula Antonik-Buxton
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Ursula Antonik-Buxton, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Ursula has a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology from National University.
I help clients through various difficult situations in life, successfully coping with stress in daily life, and any relationship issues that life brings to us. Our life can be more rewarding and bring us a sense of accomplishment, and therapy helps us refocus on just that.
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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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Ehlan Siddiqi
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Ehlan Siddiqi, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Ehlan has a Master in Counseling (MC) in Community Mental Health from California Institute of Integral Studies.
Starting therapy can feel exciting and intimidating. I create a warm, supportive space where you feel heard and understood. I work with adults navigating anxiety, relationships, career stress, and life transitions, with a focus on immigrant and bicultural experiences. My approach is culturally responsive, collaborative, and solution-focused.
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