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Cusanda Howard
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Cusanda Howard, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Cusanda has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling (Marriage and Family Therapy) from San Francisco State University.
Starting therapy is a big step. Life is complicated, and talking about trauma, grief, loss, depression, and anxiety can feel vulnerable. I'm here to offer you a space to talk about things you can't share with others. There's no judgment or right or wrong thing to say. I'll help you navigate life's circumstances and find a new normal.
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Jake Glassman
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Jake Glassman, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jake has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Marital and Family Therapy from University of San Diego.
I specialize in helping men work through the weight of trauma, stress, and life’s hardest moments. My goal is to help you break free from that cycle, feel more grounded, and start building the life you actually want.
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Jacqueline Surpin
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Jacqueline Surpin, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jacqueline has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, San Marcos.
I work with children and adolescents who struggle with anxiety and depression, and I also enjoy working with young and middle-aged adults.
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Jennie Lopez
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Jennie Lopez, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jennie has a Masters of Arts (MA) from Alliant International University.
Are you feeling trapped with wounds from the past or are you struggling with your relationships? I help clients work through trauma, attachment styles, and relationship issues with safety, understanding, and motivation to change what isn't working for you.
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Diana Barnes-Fox
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Diana Barnes-Fox, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Diana has a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Brandman University.
Have you been putting everyone else first while feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Maybe you're navigating a major life change, feeling stuck in self-doubt, or exhausted from trying to meet impossible expectations. If so, you're in the right place. Therapy is a space where you don't have to have all the answers or hold everything together.
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Elaine Murphy
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Elaine Murphy, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Elaine has a Master of Science in Counseling, Emphasis in MFT from Hope International University.
If you're struggling with anxiety, relationships, grief, PTSD, or past trauma, I provide a warm, empathic, collaborative approach that is client-centered. I work with individuals, couples, adolescents, and families. My passion is to help you find your inner strength as we process life and find healing for the painful areas of your heart.
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Jennifer Fernandez
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Jennifer Fernandez, 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 California State University, Bakersfield.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing a warm, supportive, and collaborative approach to therapy. I help clients navigate life's challenges while building on their strengths. I want clients to feel comfortable being themselves as we work through anxiety, depression, life stressors, and trauma.
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Annika Woodson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Annika Woodson, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Annika has a Master of Science (MS) in Child Development from San Diego State University.
I believe that mental health care should be accessible to everyone and work to make therapy feel comfortable and approachable. I have been a therapist for 4 years and have worked with a wide variety of people in that timespan. My goal is to make people feel seen and understood while helping them reach their goals and improve their mental health.
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Elyssa Melmet
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Elyssa Melmet, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Elyssa has a Masters of Arts (MA) Marriage and Family Therapy from Chapman University.
I am an LMFT with seven years of experience supporting adults through a range of mental health and life challenges. My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping clients build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change so they can feel more confident, balanced, and connected in their lives.
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Victoria Conner-Hearn
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Victoria Conner-Hearn, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Victoria has a Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH) in Health Behavior from University of Alabama At Birmingham and a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling from Jacksonville State University.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming — especially if you’ve spent years feeling anxious, emotionally exhausted, disconnected from yourself, or trapped. You may be carrying the effects of trauma, chronic stress, or narcissistic abuse while trying to hold everything together. If that sounds familiar, you are not alone, and healing is possible.
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Viktoria Penchuk
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.
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.
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Mary Mosbacher
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Mary Mosbacher, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Mary has a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Chico.
Being stuck in the same painful patterns can leave you feeling frustrated and overwhelmed and wondering why it's so hard to move forward. No matter what you are struggling with that holds you back, I believe in building a genuine therapeutic alliance that allows for exploration and understanding and will help you create meaningful, lasting change.
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Nicole Gutierrez
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Nicole Gutierrez, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Nicole has a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute.
I’m an LMFT specializing in integrative depth psychotherapy. My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where we can explore your patterns, emotions, and life experiences together.
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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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Kirsten Boyd
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Kirsten Boyd, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kirsten has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Somatic Psychology from California Institute of Integral Studies.
I'm a nature loving California native whose work blends depth psychology with nervous system healing, helping people move beyond simply coping and into a more authentic relationship with themselves. I have experience supporting adults through trauma, grief, anxiety, identity exploration, and major life transitions using body-based approaches.
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Ronald Sumrall
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Ronald Sumrall, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Ronald has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.
I provide a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy. I integrate to help individuals work through trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can gain insight, build resilience, and make meaningful, lasting changes.
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William Wright
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like William Wright, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
William has a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from University of Phoenix.
This is all about you - not me. I will do my best to work with you to find a resolution in your life. Together we will address the problems & work toward a solution.
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Kaitlin Kimmel
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Kaitlin Kimmel, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kaitlin has a Master of Science in Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from San Francisco State University.
With warmth, curiosity, and practicality, I will partner with you in our sessions to discover what healing and change look like for you. I'll help you change patterns, not just treat symptoms. I believe true healing requires digging deep to uncover the root causes of the challenge you're facing in this season of your life.
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Naveta Barry
Recognized for high quality patient care
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.
I’m also trained in EMDR to support deeper healing.
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Scott McQueen
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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Bahar Amini
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.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker passionate about supporting people to heal and grow into the person they are becoming. In our sessions, we honor your background, identity, and lived experience to help shape the trajectory of your continued journey.
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Ashley Rendon
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Ashley Rendon, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Ashley has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from California Baptist College.
Therapy is more than talking; it's about feeling understood and discovering new ways to move forward. I strive to create a genuine, judgment-free relationship where you can safely explore your experiences and make meaningful changes at your own pace.
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Annie Stafford
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Annie Stafford, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Annie has a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Argosy University.
I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, stress, and self-esteem concerns that come with feeling stuck or overwhelmed. Therapy should be a place where you feel comfortable being yourself while gaining the support, insight, and tools needed to move forward.
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Emely Romero
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Emely Romero, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Emely has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Denver.
Is parenthood looking different than you pictured? Are you feeling like two more books of anxiety were handed to you when you found out you were pregnant or welcomed your child? Do you want to feel more present and less on autopilot? You're in the right place, and you've taken the hardest step: looking for support.
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Poonam Dehal
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Poonam Dehal, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Poonam has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Hayward.
Welcome to this space, your space. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, and that you have already navigated so much to arrive here. My therapeutic style is grounded in meeting you exactly where you are, leading with empathy and curiosity, and holding a safe space for your healing.
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