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Nancy Sheppard
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Nancy Sheppard, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Nancy has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Educational Psychology from California State University, Northridge.
I believe all individuals want to be the best version of themselves, but they need some guidance and tools to accomplish this. My professional and life experience have given me a rich understanding of the majority of struggles individuals experience for which they seek help.
Available virtually and in person
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.
Available virtually
Sarina Sandoval
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Sarina Sandoval, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sarina has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Sacramento.
Whether you're navigating pregnancy, postpartum, or a NICU journey, you deserve a space where you feel supported and understood. As an LCSW with a certification in perinatal mental health (PMH-C), I strive to create a space where you feel heard and empowered as we work toward your goals together.
Available virtually
Andrew Sutherland
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Andrew Sutherland, 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 Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Touro University.
Do you feel like you should be enjoying life more? Do thoughts of the past or images from a future keep you from moving forward with the things you want to do? Do you feel as if you are a passenger in your life rather than the one driving action, growth, change, and happiness?
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Stephanie Donabedian
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Stephanie Donabedian, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Stephanie has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling from California State University, Fresno.
I believe therapy should be a place where you feel safe, heard, and supported. I help adults navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions using evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique experiences and goals so you can move toward lasting healing and growth.
Available virtually
Heather Hendrickson
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Heather Hendrickson, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Heather has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from UMass Global.
I specialize in working with women navigating significant life transitions: divorce, career upheaval, the disorienting shifts of midlife. I bring a compassionate, yet empowering presence to the therapeutic relationship through perspectives grounded in reality and tempered with humor.
Available virtually
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.
Available virtually
Joseph Ampudia
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Joseph Ampudia, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Joseph has a Master of Social Work from University of California, Los Angeles.
It takes great courage to seek help outside of our comfort zone, but without taking these steps, we deprive ourselves of experiencing life to its fullest. I can help you focus on the most crucial relationship: yourself.
Available virtually
Marlyn Serralde
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Marlyn Serralde, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Marlyn has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Massachusetts Global.
I support clients navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and major life transitions using approaches such as EMDR and CBT.
Available virtually
Mallory Thysell
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Mallory Thysell, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Mallory has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Marriage and Family Therapy from California Baptist College.
Every persons experiences are unique to themselves. I am here to support you throughout your journey; without judgement in a warm, safe and loving environment. I am an animal lover & I am trauma specialist. Many of my clients find their way to me after trying traditional methods that didn’t quite address the deeper layers of what they’re carrying.
Available virtually
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.
All Rula providers are licensed and hold a master’s or doctorate degree required for practice.
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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Maria Bartlett
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Maria Bartlett, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Maria has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Psychology/Marriage and Family Therapy from Chapman University.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 8 years of experience in the Mental Health field. I am based in the Los Angeles area and work with clients statewide via telehealth. I have experience working with adults, providing counseling and emotional support to help navigate relationships and life stressors.
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Milagros Casas
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Milagros Casas, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Milagros has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Bakersfield.
I look forward to helping you feel more connected to yourself and understand how situations can affect your daily routines and mood, and how you can take full control of your life again.
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Chirag Bharati
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Chirag Bharati, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Chirag has a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University.
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness." I believe that client care should absolutely be individualized (in collaboration with the individual), contain healthy coping skills, and include tools towards building a social support network that can help him/her/them progress towards a much happier future.
Available virtually
Chiwoo Choi
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Chiwoo Choi, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Chiwoo has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Counseling from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
I specialize in helping individuals who struggle with setting boundaries, expressing their thoughts and feelings, and find themselves caught in cycles of people-pleasing and overthinking. I understand the challenges you face and am here to provide support and guidance on your journey to healthier relationships and a more empowered self.
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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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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.
Greetings, I am a first-generation Afghan-American woman specializing in working with children of immigrants. I provide a space we get to explore acculturation gaps, intergenerational trauma, and navigating life transitions.
Available virtually
Tina Green
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Tina Green, 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 a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, and self‑esteem, helping clients understand their stories and build healthier patterns. I blend evidence‑based approaches with a warm, grounded presence so people can create boundaries, strengthen resilience, and feel more empowered in their daily lives.
Available virtually
Guadalupe Mejia-Sarabia
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Guadalupe Mejia-Sarabia, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Guadalupe has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from University of Southern California.
I'm passionate about helping you process trauma and cultivate healthier thought patterns through cognitive-behavioral techniques. I start where you are, acknowledging your past experiences to help you heal and live productively. I believe in your resilience and self-determination as the most important tools in recovery.
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Lourdes Soliven
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Lourdes Soliven, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Lourdes has a Master of Arts (MA) from Hope International University.
I am a bilingual (English-Tagalog) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges with greater clarity, healing, and resilience. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and life.
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Talor Hawkins
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Talor Hawkins, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Talor has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.
Have your hormones, emotions, or life changes been feeling overwhelming? You don’t have to face them alone. I help women navigate anxiety, trauma, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, PCOS, PMDD, and reproductive mental health concerns so they can feel more connected to themselves, their bodies, and their lives.
Available virtually
Kevin Schmidt
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Kevin Schmidt, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kevin has a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) Clinical Sexology from Modern Sex Therapy Institutes, LLC and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Barry University.
Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I am proud of you for getting started! Like many people who have passions for cars or exercise, it is my passion to assist individuals in learning how to manage their lives, providing more fulfillment. I am laid back, honest, and reliable.
Available virtually
Herbert Wright
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Herbert Wright, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Herbert has a Master in Counseling (MC) in Counseling Psychology from National University.
I specialize in Humanistic / Existential, CBT, Object Relations, Solution-Focused, and Structural Family Therapy.
Available virtually
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.
Available virtually
Melissa Bautista
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Melissa Bautista, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Melissa has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling and Guidance from California State University, San Bernardino.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over seven years of experience supporting clients through life’s challenges. I provide telehealth therapy across California and strive to create a space that feels safe, supportive, and easy to talk in.
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