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Laura Pennelle

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Laura Pennelle, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Laura has a Master of Social Work (MSW) Title IVe and Administrative Social Work from San Diego State University.

San Diego, CA
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Candid
Empowering

I focus on treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, stress, self-esteem, addictions, grief, and life changes. I also help people navigate relationship conflict, domestic violence, codependency, and co-parenting challenges. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

Available virtually

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Sylvia Ikerionwu

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Sylvia Ikerionwu, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Sylvia has a Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Psychology from Vanguard University and a Masters of Arts (MA) in Women's Health from Suffolk University.

San Bernardino, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Life Transitions
Style
Outcome-oriented
Warm
Collaborative

I work with clients facing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management challenges, parenting concerns, career challenges, life transitions, and grief. I also support parents navigating their children's behavioral issues.

Available virtually

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Alina Hetherman

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Alina Hetherman, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Alina has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling/Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Northridge.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Stress
Style
Practical
Candid
Curious

I'm passionate about helping people learn to cope with emotional and mental challenges to live healthy, full lives. When you're better able to manage your own life, your relationships with others improve as well. I want to help you find a healthy perspective on life's challenges and learn useful coping skills to manage them.

Available virtually

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Gina Machado-Escatel

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
2+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Gina Machado-Escatel, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Gina has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Child Abuse and Neglect from California State University, Stanislaus.

Modesto, CA
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Style
Outcome-oriented
Gentle
Collaborative

I work with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, and stress using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eclectic Therapy to help my clients start feeling better and moving forward in their lives.

Available virtually

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John Gonzales

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
2+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like John Gonzales, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

John has a Master of Social Work focus on Adult Mental Health from University of Southern California.

Carlsbad, CA
Specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Practical
Attuned
Empowering

I support clients through emotional dysregulation, relationship communication issues, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I believe we can all overcome challenges, grow, and heal to experience joy, peace, and well-being.

Available virtually

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Brian Hayes

LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Brian Hayes, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Brian has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles.

California
Specialties
Alcohol Use
Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
Men's Issues
Style
Insightful
Gentle
Curious

Are you striving to find satisfaction with your work, life or relationships? Do you want to focus on fixing immediate problems rather than unraveling past hurts? Do you want to build a strong foundation for your current or future relationship? Have you grown tired of being treated like a problem and not a person? Do you prefer to work with a therap

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Michelle Ansell

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
1+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Michelle Ansell, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Michelle has a Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage & Family Therapy from California School of Professional Psychology.

Costa Mesa, CA
Specialties
Addiction
Alcohol Use
Grief
Substance Use
Style
Exploratory
Attuned
Curious

I work with individuals, couples, and families, specializing in trauma and addictions. I believe in a balance of structure and fluidity within the therapeutic process. I am a systems therapist and use Compassionate Inquiry, Internal Family Systems, and the Gottman Method to inform my work.

Available virtually

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Veronica Watson

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
6+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Veronica Watson, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Veronica has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) from California State University, Stanislaus.

Merced, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Panic Attacks
Stress
Style
Directive
Gentle
Curious

Nice to meet you online. I'm here to support you through whatever brings you to therapy.

Available virtually

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Roselia Ortega

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Roselia Ortega, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Roselia has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Stanislaus.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Depression
Grief
Stress
Style
Responsive
Attuned
Empowering

I provide therapy in both English and Spanish. I'm dedicated to supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood. I help clients build insight, develop healthy coping skills, and create meaningful change in their lives.

Available virtually

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Kathryn Stengel

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Kathryn Stengel, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Kathryn has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California and a Masters of Arts (MA) in Sociology from DePaul University.

Concord, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Domestic Violence
Self Esteem
Substance Use
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Supportive

Have you ever wondered why you are finally able to get out of a situation you know is unhealthy for you, just to find yourself in an almost identical one? It's not your fault! I help clients identify the thoughts, feelings, and unconscious processes that create a cycle with their environment that is very challenging to get out of on one's own.

Available virtually

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Jonathan Hong

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Jonathan Hong, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Jonathan has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Simmons College.

Garden Grove, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Collaborative

I believe mental health care works best when it’s thoughtful and collaborative. I work with adults who want to feel more connected to themselves, heal from past experiences, and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships with the people around them.

Available virtually

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America Islas

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
8+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like America Islas, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

America has a Master in Counseling (MC) from San Francisco State University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Gender Identity
LGBTQIA+
Style
Exploratory
Candid
Affirming

My focus is LGBTQI2-S Affirmative Therapy because I believe everyone deserves to be supported, understood, and celebrated during their therapy experience. Whether working individually with children or adults, with a couple or a family, I focus on establishing a safe environment.

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Raven Prince

LCSW
9+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Raven Prince, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Raven has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from LA State University& Agricultural & Mechanical College.

California
Specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Stress
Style
Responsive
Spiritual
Supportive

I believe that mind, body, and spirit are all interconnected. Mental health is not a destination, but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you are going.

Available virtually

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Stacey Devening

LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Stacey Devening, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Stacey has a Master in Counseling (MC) MFT from University of Phoenix.

California
Specialties
Depression
Mood Disorders
Self Esteem
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Curious

Starting therapy can feel like a big step - but you don't have to navigate it alone. I help clients make sense of how past experiences are shaping their present, and support them in creating meaningful, lasting change.

Available virtually

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Maria Vanoni

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Maria Vanoni, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Maria has a Master's Degree in Social Work: Health and Mental Health from California State University, Bakersfield and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from California State University, Bakersfield.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Grief
Older Adult
Style
Practical
Approachable
Supportive

As an optimistic individual, I believe everybody has the capability to achieve their true potential, living a meaningful life. I have helped individuals manage life's challenges, gain self-insight, and acquire personal growth. I see individuals (16 years+) who experience problems with life transitions, anxiety, depression, just to name a few.

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Maureen Shabazz

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
3+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Maureen Shabazz, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Maureen has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) in Child Welfare from California State University, Long Beach.

Rohnert Park, CA
Specialties
Addiction
Family Conflict
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Empowering

I approach each family and individual as unique and will use a holistic approach tailored to their needs. My focus is on children, adolescents, and families.

Available virtually

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Karen Patton

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
16+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Karen Patton, 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, Long Beach.

Signal Hill, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Older Adult
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Motivational

I approach therapy by looking at how you see yourself in relation to others in the world, meaning your sense of power and feeling of belonging, and connectedness. Many people have feelings of not being good enough, feelings of guilt, and thoughts about things that they think they should or should not have done.

Understanding, compassionate, and challenges me

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Jazmín Barrera

LMFT
2+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Jazmín Barrera, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Jazmín has a Master in Counseling (MC) Psychology Community Mental Health from California Institute of Integral Studies.

San Francisco, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Cultural Stress
Depression
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Attuned
Empowering

I am a bilingual LMFT in California with 14 years of experience working in clinical practice. I was born and raised in San Francisco's Mission District. I am Salvadoran and Nicaraguan. I help clients in their recovery to become agents of change and wellness in their respective communities by using culturally congruent evidence-based techniques.

Available virtually

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Randy Cruz

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
3+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Randy Cruz, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Randy has a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology from National University.

Bakersfield, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Candid
Affirming

I provide support to adults experiencing difficulties reaching their full potential due to internal and external hardships.

Available virtually

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Andria Scott

LPCC

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Andria Scott, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Andria has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University.

California
Specialties
Coping Skills
Depression
LGBTQIA+
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Style
Responsive
Attuned
Collaborative

I offer a warm, supportive space where you can better understand yourself and build tools for real-life change. My approach helps you gain clarity, feel more grounded, and move through life with more confidence.

Available virtually

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Jeremy Vargas

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
6+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Jeremy Vargas, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Jeremy has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Psychology from John F. Kennedy University.

Concord, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Style
Responsive
Candid
Collaborative

I offer services to a diverse population struggling with anxiety, depression, life adjustments, and limiting self-beliefs. I employ a variety of modalities to help you effect positive change and build effective coping skills.

Available virtually

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Catherine Currie

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Catherine Currie, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Catherine has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Fresno.

California
Specialties
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Grief
Mood Disorders
Self Esteem
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Curious

Thanks for your interest. I have 30 years of experience helping my clients with serious mental disorders and with the everyday stressors and challenges of life. I look forward to meeting you and hearing your story. We will develop a plan for your treatment and work together collaboratively to achieve your goals for a better quality of life.

Available virtually

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Michelle Kobayashi

LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Michelle Kobayashi, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Michelle has a Master of Clinical Health Services Clinical Psychology / Specialization: Applied Community Psychology from Antioch University.

Los Angeles, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
LGBTQIA+
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Collaborative

I offer a warm, supportive space to work through anxiety, depression, loss, and life changes, and build a kinder relationship with yourself. My approach blends mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and compassion-focused therapy to help you feel more grounded and supported.

Available virtually

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Lori Jespersen

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCP
18+ years

Licensed Clinical Psychologists (LCPs), like Lori Jespersen, hold a doctoral degree and are trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Lori has a Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University, SF Bay Area.

Sebastopol, CA
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Stress
Style
Exploratory
Candid
Curious

I am a licensed psychologist who works with anxiety, mood concerns, addiction, and life stressors. My approach is collaborative and narrative-focused, shaped by work in psychiatric emergency settings, the prison system, substance use recovery, and private practice. Therapy with me is a steady, non-judgmental space to slow down and move forward.

Available virtually

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Mammie Chavira

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
4+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Mammie Chavira, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Mammie has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University.

Los Angeles, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Outcome-oriented
Warm
Affirming

For me, therapy is a place where you can be you, be free of judgment, and, most importantly, connect and feel understood with whatever struggles are taking place.

Available virtually

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