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Karen Friese
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Karen Friese, 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 California State University, Chico.
Feeling isolated, anxious, and looking for support? I am easy to talk to, warm, non-judgmental, relatable, and direct. People seem to enjoy sharing their story with me and I consider it an honor to be part of their journey. I provide a safe space to share your feelings without being worried about anyone else.
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Sophia Dyer
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Sophia Dyer, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sophia has a Master of Science (MS) in Social Work from California State University, Long Beach.
I've worked with both kids and adults, helping people manage anxiety, depression, and trauma.
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Danielle Ward-Gee
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Danielle Ward-Gee, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Danielle has a Master in Counseling (MC) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pacific Oaks College.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when anxiety, depression, trauma, or burnout begin to take over. I provide a safe, non‑judgmental space where you can breathe, reflect, and begin to reconnect with yourself. I work with adults, teens, and couples.
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Elizabeth Espinoza
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Elizabeth Espinoza, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Elizabeth has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Marital and Family Therapy from California State University, Dominguez Hills.
I have experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds in both English and Spanish. I have provided individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults.
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Alberto Valenzuela
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Alberto Valenzuela, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Alberto has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology with Specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
I am humbled by the opportunity to work with clients in therapy. My focus is on creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for clients to bring and work through whatever they bring to treatment.
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Yvette Flanagan
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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Yvette Flanagan, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Yvette has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in LPCC from San Jose State University.
I believe everyone deserves a space where they can be fully seen, heard, and supported. My work is rooted in a holistic and culturally sensitive approach, honoring the many layers that shape who we are. Together, we work not just on what hurts, but on nurturing the parts of you that inspire growth, resilience, and joy.
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Yesenia Orozco-Vasquez
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Yesenia Orozco-Vasquez, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Yesenia has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of California, Los Angeles.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Los Angeles, California, with ample experience working with children, teens, parents, and young adults. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and life transitions and utilize CBT, IPT, and Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) practices to build my clients' strengths and improve their relationships.
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Andrea Vaz Antunes
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Andrea Vaz Antunes, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Andrea has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Mental Health from San Diego State University.
I specialize in helping individuals overcome the lasting effects of childhood experiences and present traumas. My approach explores the energy dynamics within our bodies and the relational connections we engage with daily, guiding clients toward healing and resilience.
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Michael Willis
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Michael Willis, 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 (MS) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Saint Mary's University.
I help people navigate life's challenges with compassion and expertise, creating a space where you can explore what matters most and move toward meaningful change.
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Garni Sohrabian
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Garni Sohrabian, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Garni has a Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, Los Angeles.
I love supporting you on your healing journey to awaken the healer within yourself. You will find a space of warmth and genuine care in me. I use whichever strategies and tools are best suited to your goal in each moment, and I believe my job is to be fluid to meet you where you are while honoring where you wish to be.
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Jennifer Limon
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Jennifer Limon, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jennifer has a Master in Counseling (MC) from California State University, Long Beach.
As a trauma-focused mental health provider, I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse populations, including children, adolescents, and adults. I take great pride in helping individuals get to the root of their struggles, guiding them toward a more balanced and fulfilling life. My mission is to promote healing from the inside out.
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Jeanetta Young-Yeboah
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Jeanetta Young-Yeboah, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jeanetta has a Master of Clinical Health Services from Walden University.
Life can move faster than we can process. You may be the strong one, always holding things together, yet lately even small things feel heavy. Therapy offers a safe place to pause, unpack what’s weighing on you, and begin finding your balance, peace, and sense of self again.
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Paola Castanos
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Paola Castanos, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Paola has a Master of Social Work (MSW) Children and Families from University of Southern California.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Los Angeles, California, and am originally from Scotland. I work with children and families, adolescents, and adults, and specialize in the treatment of family and relationship issues, stress management, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, post-traumatic stress disorder, and substance use disorder.
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Timothy K. Masterson
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Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Timothy K. Masterson, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Timothy K. has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Sacramento.
My approach centers on helping you understand your experiences and how they've affected you. Together, we'll identify thinking patterns and behaviors that keep you stuck. I'll support you in accessing your own strengths and coping skills while identifying new strategies to foster healing and encourage forward progress.
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Sandra Mcauliffe
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Sandra Mcauliffe, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sandra has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from California Baptist College.
I work with individuals and couples navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, intimacy concerns, and major life transitions. I also provide supervision for pre-licensed clinicians. My background includes crisis intervention, clinical supervision, and collaboration with child welfare and law enforcement systems.
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Alessandra Ortiz
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Alessandra Ortiz, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Alessandra has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from New York University.
Life can be hard at times, and I am here to help. My goal is to offer a safe, comfortable, and compassionate environment where I will provide therapy for children and teens navigating emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. I help children and teens feel heard, understood, and empowered.
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Krista Raven
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Krista Raven, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Krista has a Master of Science (MS) in Marital and Family Therapy from California State University, Dominguez Hills.
My goal is to help clients navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strengths. My approach focuses on creating a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work together to foster healing and personal growth.
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Briseiry Ramirez
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Briseiry Ramirez, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Briseiry has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.
I support young adults navigating anxiety, depression, and life transitions in a space rooted in empathy and respect. My collaborative approach helps you build insight, resilience, and practical tools at a pace that feels right. When you’re ready, I’m here to support your next step.
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Kathleen Burrell
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Kathleen Burrell, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kathleen has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Northridge.
I believe in providing an environment where you can trust the process of being vulnerable as you begin your journey to healing. We all need someone to listen, support, guide, and be honest with us. I hope to encourage you in shedding your chains and walking into a fulfilling life with joy, confidence, and happiness.
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Angelica Zamora
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Angelica Zamora, 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.
Therapy is a space for healing, growth, and feeling truly understood, and I’m here to support you every step of the way.
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Dion Smith
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Dion Smith, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Dion has a Master in Counseling (MC) in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University.
I focus on individuals and couples dealing with everyday struggles of life. I strive to create a warm and collaborative approach to meet your unique needs.
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Alva Ward
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Alva Ward, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Alva has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Addiction, Co from Occurring Mental Health - Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School.
I am here to help empower you to navigate difficult emotions, thoughts, and memories of past experiences that are blocking you from effectively managing stress and a complex nervous system, while assisting you in adaptively pursuing the change you desire. My goal is to help you feel more in control, even when many things are out of your control.
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Claudia Williams
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Claudia Williams, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Claudia has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Walden University.
Let’s be honest—life can be hard, especially when you’re trying to maintain a work–life balance while carrying the weight of past pain. I am here to offer you a supportive, nonjudgmental space to be heard, gain clarity, and move toward healing at a pace that feels right for you.
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Melissa Morales
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Melissa Morales, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Melissa has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Sacramento.
I have over 20 years of experience providing crisis intervention, counseling, and case management services in the hospital, Emergency Department & outpatient clinic behavioral health setting. I have extensive experience working with individuals, children & families in crisis and who have experienced trauma, loss, and grief.
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Sharayza Blakemore
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Sharayza Blakemore, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sharayza has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist College.
I support clients as they navigate life's challenges to find healing and personal growth. My goal is to empower individuals and families to create meaningful change and embrace a fulfilling life.
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