Connect with Narrative therapy in California

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Shutondia Tapp

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LMFT
•
4+ years

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

Shutondia has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Community Counseling from Northeastern Illinois University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Women's Issues
Style
Insightful
Spiritual
Affirming

"Just do it" everything will work out. We as humans have a tendency to procrastinate and sometimes overthink things. I help clients navigate self-doubt, life transitions/changes, anxiety and just plainly being stuck. My goal is to empower you to overcome obstacles and take the journey we call life with inner joy and peace at the end of each day.

Available virtually

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Teresa Alvarado

LMFT
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15+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Teresa Alvarado, 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.

Riverside, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Mood Disorders
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Outcome-oriented
Gentle
Affirming

Sometimes life hands us difficult moments. That could include depression, anxiety, low-self-esteem, maybe grief, amongst other things. My job as a therapist is to provide you with the tools to help you navigate through these challenging moments but also give you the space where you will feel at ease to share them.

Available virtually

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Destinee Stewart

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW

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

Destinee has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.

California
Specialties
Coping Skills
Domestic Violence
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Empowering

Seeking support can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where adults can heal from trauma, manage anxiety and depression, build confidence, and develop practical tools to create meaningful change and improve overall well-being.

Available virtually

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Monica Coffman Keeney

LCSW
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7+ years

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

Monica has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Francisco State University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Warm
Curious

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience supporting children, teens, adults, and families. I help you recognize what feels overwhelming, understand yourself more clearly, and make lasting changes.

Available virtually

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Heather Brown

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LCSW
•
5+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Heather Brown, 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 Walla Walla College.

California
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Candid
Motivational

I specialize in relationships, family dynamics, trauma, anxiety, depression, and ADHD management. My work focuses on helping individuals and families navigate conflict and build healthier patterns together.

Available virtually

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Destini Davis

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
•
4+ years

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

Destini has a Master of Science (MS) from California State University, Sacramento.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Collaborative

I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals through all kinds of life stressors and life transitions. Therapy works best as a partnership; together, we uncover what's really going on and build practical tools for lasting change in a judgment-free space where your goals shape the work we do together.

Available virtually

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Rob Scheidlinger

LMFT
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11+ years

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

Rob has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) in Psychology/MFT from Phillips Graduate Institute and a Juris Doctorate (JD) from Brooklyn Law School.

California
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Men's Issues
Relationship Issues
Style
Insightful
Attuned
Affirming

This is my twelfth year in private practice as a psychotherapist. Over that time I have had the opportunity to form unique relationships with people who came to therapy with the same goal: how to improve the quality of their lives.

Available virtually

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Anne Ottenweller

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
•
6+ years

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

Anne has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Hayward.

Oakland, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Warm
Empowering

Are you feeling overwhelmed by your relationships and responsibilities? Do you feel pressured by the external expectations of you, and unsure about how to build your best life? Let's connect.

Available virtually

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Athena Herrera

LCSW
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5+ years

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

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

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Coping Skills
Depression
Mood Disorders
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Empowering

I provide a calm, supportive space where you can slow down, process, and reconnect with yourself. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for change, I'm here to guide you towards growth with evidence-based practices!

Available virtually

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Mercianna Oliver

LPCC
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5+ years

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

Mercianna has a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in Counselor Education and Supervision from Mercer University and a Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Mental Health from Mercer University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
Stress
jobStress
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Collaborative

I work with adults who are managing anxiety, depression, work stress, and life transitions, especially people who look like they have it all together on the outside but feel stuck or overwhelmed on the inside. My goal is to give you a space that is honest, supportive, and genuinely useful, not just an hour of nodding along.

Available virtually

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Yvette Buccino

LMFT
•
22+ years

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

Yvette has a Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Psychology from California State Polytechnic University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Gender Identity
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Affirming

I am a bilingual licensed therapist who believes that a healthy emotional framework can help you manage major life transitions. For the last 22 years, my practice has focused on helping individuals navigate situations and symptoms that impact their functioning.

Available virtually

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Cindy Arevalo

LMFT
•
2+ years

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

Cindy has a Master in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Saint Mary's University LA.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Cultural Stress
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Empowering

At some point in our lives, we all call for the needed support and space to talk about our stressors, struggles. I aim to provide my clients with a non-judgmental, empathetic, and culturally sensitive space to allow them to gain insight, self-awareness and to process feelings, struggles experienced.

Available virtually

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Melissa Garcia

LMFT
•
6+ years

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

Melissa has a Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Brandman University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Panic Attacks
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Collaborative

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and/or anxious? I provide warm, compassionate care for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, panic attacks, trauma, PTSD, grief and major life changes, in order to help you with feeling calm, in control and more confident. You really do deserve it!

Available virtually

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Jhoana Rojas

LCSW
•
3+ years

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

Jhoana has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Bakersfield.

Bakersfield, CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
School Issues
Self Esteem
Style
Practical
Warm
Motivational

My goal is to help clients enhance their mental health and overall well-being, enabling them to build lives that feel more fulfilling and meaningful.

Available virtually

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Lizbeth Galvez

LMFT
•
6+ years

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

Lizbeth has a Master in Counseling from Mount Saint Mary's University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Gentle
Collaborative

Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, or unsure of how to move forward? You don’t have to navigate it alone. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, identity, relationships, and life transitions. I’m here to offer a space where you feel heard, understood, supported, and grounded.

Available virtually

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Jennifer Adderly

LMFT
•
16+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Jennifer Adderly, 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 of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University.

California
Specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Stress
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Affirming

Sometimes, being truly heard can be the first step toward feeling better. I create a safe, compassionate space where you can feel understood, gain self-awareness, and explore new perspectives. Together, we’ll work toward meaningful growth, healing, and positive change. If you’re ready to take that first step, I’m here to help.

Available virtually

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Dulce Gonzalez-Mejia

LPCC

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

Dulce has a Master in Clinical and School Counseling from California State University, San Bernardino.

California
Specialties
ADHD
Cultural Stress
Domestic Violence
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Warm
Collaborative

Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. I believe healing happens through connection, compassion, and working together, and I'm here to support you as you navigate trauma, life's challenges, and personal growth.

Available virtually

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Marjorie Bown

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
•
13+ years

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

Marjorie has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Los Angeles.

Ontario, CA
Specialties
Women's Issues
Style
Practical
Candid
Collaborative

As a South American immigrant, I strive to be culturally competent and sensitive to the linguistic and cultural needs of my clients, and I understand how cultural factors influence mental health and therapy outcomes. (Servicios en Español)

Available virtually

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Maria Rohde

LMFT
•
35+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Maria Rohde, 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) from CALIFORNIA STATE UNIV NORTHRIDGE.

California
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Panic Attacks
Relationship Issues
Style
Insightful
Attuned
Empowering

Join me in the healing journey, in which we will use the problems that life has delivered as gifts which help us recognize and release outdated reactions, thoughts and patterns, and live a more fulfilling, authentic and satisfying life.

Available virtually

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Richard Sypniewski

LPCC
•
13+ years

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

Richard has a Masters of Science in Education, School Counseling, Counseling, LPCC from California State University, San Bernardino.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Practical
Approachable
Collaborative

Are you looking to create a new life narrative-story rooted in your strengths? I use Narrative Therapy to help you identify and reshape unhelpful thoughts while rewriting new useful stories.

Available virtually

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Araseli Velez

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
•
1+ years

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

Araseli has a Masters in Counseling (MC) in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Stress
Style
Responsive
Attuned
Empowering

Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Have you recently gone through some difficult changes in your life? You’re not alone. I help clients navigate anxiety, sadness, self-doubt, and life changes. My goal is to help you feel better by learning ways to stay grounded, build confidence, and be more self-aware.

Available virtually

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Monica Derkacz

LCSW
•
12+ years

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

Monica has a Master of Social Work from California State University, Chico.

California
Specialties
Addiction
Aging
Anxiety
Grief
Life Transitions
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Affirming

I believe that each person has the capacity to create meaningful change in their life. Together, through therapeutic exploration, we will work together to better understand what may be getting in the way and discover new, productive ways of moving forward. "Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing There is a field. I'll meet you there" Rumi

Available virtually

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Sasha Hawkes

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
•
9+ years

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

Sasha has a Masters of Arts (MA) Clinical Psychology from Antioch University.

Los Angeles, CA
Specialties
Codependency
Parenting
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Women's Issues
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Affirming

Welcome! I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with nearly two decades of experience helping people navigate life's complexities. I believe therapy works best when it starts with understanding where you are today, while thoughtfully exploring the experiences that have shaped you and the goals you hope to achieve moving forward.

Available virtually

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Melanie Fikse

LPCC
•
12+ years

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

Melanie has a Master in Counseling (MC) from New York University.

California
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Collaborative

I am a therapist working with adults for over 15 years. I earned my Masters Degree from New York University and spent many years in a clinic in the city. After I moved to rural CA, I worked for 5 years with adults with severe mental health symptoms before transitioning to my own practice for a better work/life balance.

Available virtually

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Lana Mak-Phanitsiri

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
•
9+ years

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

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

California
Specialties
Child Abuse or Neglect
Depression
Family Conflict
Grief
Relationship Issues
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Collaborative

I live for a passion for helping people navigate life's toughest transitions. I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and I focus on creating a non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts freely.

Available virtually

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