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Keby Reese

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
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6+ years

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

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

Roseville, CA
Specialties
First Responders
Anger Management
Child Abuse or Neglect
Parenting
School Issues
Stress
Style
Outcome-oriented
Approachable
Collaborative

I believe that healing is a collaborative process built on trust and safety. As a Licensed Social Worker, I have dedicated my career to helping children, adults, and families navigate life’s challenges. If you’re looking for a partner in your healing journey, I would be honored to support you.

Available virtually

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Sarah Chavez

LPCC
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3+ years

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

Sarah has a Masters in Counseling (MC) in Mental Health Clinical Counseling from Capella University.

San Diego, CA
Specialties
First Responders
Cultural Stress
Grief
Life Transitions
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Collaborative

Have you been looking for a space where you can feel genuinely seen and understood? I believe meaningful change happens through a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, safety, and connection. My approach is warm, culturally responsive, and centered on meeting you where you are.

Available virtually

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Gianna Colavin-Bridges

LCSW
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12+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Gianna Colavin-Bridges, 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.

Napa, CA
Specialties
First Responders
Addiction
Anger Management
Bipolar Disorder
Learning Disabilities
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Motivational

Feeling overwhelmed, or just need someone unbiased to talk to? Therapy can be a place to slow down, make sense of what you’re experiencing, and feel less alone. I’ll meet you where you are and help you find a path forward.

Available virtually

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John Ramirez

LCSW
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12+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like John Ramirez, 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 from Loma Linda University.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Family Conflict
Stress
Style
Practical
Approachable
Collaborative

Congratulations! You have taken the first steps in the journey to your goal(s). I am extremely grateful you are considering me to partner up with. I consider my relationships as instrumental in learning who I am. The relationships that most speak to who I am include being a spouse, father, brother, son, colleague, and friend.

Available virtually

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Veronica Reyes

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
•
7+ years

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

Veronica has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Dominguez Hills.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anger Management
Coping Skills
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Stress
Style
Responsive
Candid
Motivational

Life’s challenges, trauma, and ongoing stress can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected. I work with adolescents, adults, and families using a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach to help foster healing, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Available virtually

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Amber Hayslett-Atkison

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMFT
•
14+ years

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

Amber has a Master of Science in Counseling from California State University, Hayward.

Denair, CA
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Coping Skills
Grief
Self-Harming
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Supportive

Welcome! If you are navigating heavy life changes, family stress, or complex behavioral hurdles, we will work side-by-side in a safe space to figure it out together. I focus on bringing clarity and practical strategy to your challenges so you feel grounded and confident. Let’s connect and handle this next step together.

Available virtually

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Stephanie Lambrecht

LPCC
•
2+ years

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Stephanie Lambrecht, are mental health professionals 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.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Addiction
Coping Skills
Depression
Self Esteem
Women's Issues
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Supportive

I’m so glad you’re here. I offer a supportive, down‑to‑earth space where you can explore what you’re going through and feel genuinely understood. My work centers on helping people find clarity, build confidence, and move toward meaningful change at a pace that feels comfortable. Let's take this journey together!

Available virtually

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Elizabeth Ogah

LCSW
•
7+ years

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

Elizabeth has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Addiction
Career Counseling
Mood Disorders
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Collaborative

I prefer to go by Liz. I am an adult adoptee who has worked in the foster care/adoption field for over 7 years, as well as working with addiction/recovery, trauma-informed care, and homelessness services in various capacities for nearly the same amount of time. I am a married mom of 2 with a heart full of compassion, kindness, and lived experience.

Available virtually

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Jennifer Ferguson

LPCC
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1+ years

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

Jennifer has a Master of Science in Counseling from Capella University.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Codependency
Coping Skills
Relationship Issues
Stress
Style
Practical
Approachable
Collaborative

Seeking help for mental health issues can feel intimidating and humbling, but it doesn’t have to be. Recognizing when to ask for help is a sign of strength. We all need someone who will listen, empathize, guide when needed, and even challenge us at times. This is what you’ll experience with me.

Available virtually

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Karen Barnoy

LMFT
•
5+ years

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

Karen has a Masters of Arts (MA) from Antioch University Santa Barbara.

California
Specialties
First Responders
ADHD
Addiction
Eating Disorders
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorders
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Collaborative

I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I offer a warm, trauma-informed, and collaborative space where you can explore life's challenges, reconnect with your strengths, and deepen your understanding of yourself. Together, we'll work toward creating lasting change that feels authentic, meaningful, and aligned with your values.

Available virtually

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Tulare Mott

LCSW
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13+ years

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

Tulare has a Master of Social Work from San Diego State University.

San Diego, CA
Specialties
First Responders
Autism or Asperger's Syndrome
Behavioral Issues
Developmental Disorders
Parenting
Stress
Style
Outcome-oriented
Approachable
Collaborative

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward? I help adults navigate anxiety, stress, life transitions, and difficult emotional or behavioral patterns through a compassionate and practical approach. If you’re seeking greater clarity, confidence, and balance, I invite you to reach out.

Available virtually

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Jaime Morse

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
•
4+ years

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

Jaime has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from New York University and a Masters of Arts (MA) in Psychology from The New School.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Borderline Personality
Depression
Life Transitions
Self-Harming
Suicidal Ideation
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Affirming

I am a California-based psychotherapist who works with adults seeking to heal from trauma, attachment wounds, and relationship challenges. I believe that therapy is most effective when it provides a safe, collaborative space to understand how past experiences continue to shape present patterns—and how those patterns can change.

Available virtually

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Adrienne Oberstein

LMFT
•
31+ years

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

Adrienne has a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Counseling from San Francisco State University.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Relationship Issues
Women's Issues
Style
Insightful
Attuned
Empowering

Whether you are currently in crisis or seeking longer-term growth, therapy is a path to real self-care and better coping skills. With genuine curiosity and empathy, I help clients understand and navigate their "stuck" places, lower stress and anxiety and increase a sense of agency and well-being.

Available virtually

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Karin West

LMFT
•
7+ years

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

Karin has a Master of Health Science (MHS) from California State University, Sacramento.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Panic Attacks
Stress
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Collaborative

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist in California. I’m a warm and down-to-earth therapist who provides a safe space to explore your concerns in a respectful non-judgmental atmosphere, providing a place in which you can feel comfortable to be you.

Available virtually

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Victoria Buskirk

LMFT
•
1+ years

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

Victoria has a Master in Counseling (MC) from Touro University Worldwide.

California
Specialties
First Responders
ADHD
Relapse Prevention
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Empowering

I enjoy working with short term or long term clients that feel stuck and would like to try modalities like EMDR and hypnotherapy to work through old patterns.

Available virtually

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Leslie Dorticos

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LMFT
•
1+ years

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

Leslie has a Master of Clinical Health Services from Turo University Worldwide.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQIA+
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Warm
Collaborative

When circumstances or life, in general, can feel overwhelming, either from past history or current situations, getting through the day can be a struggle. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where your story matters.

Available virtually

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Roselle Smith

LMFT
•
5+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Roselle Smith, 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.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Depression
Grief
Life Transitions
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Practical
Approachable
Supportive

I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist dedicated to providing compassionate, client-centered care in a safe and supportive environment. My approach focuses on helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and develop practical strategies to improve their mental health.

Available virtually

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Jamie Sheets

LCSW

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

Jamie has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Addiction from Florida Atlantic University.

California
Specialties
First Responders
ADHD
Anxiety
Autism or Asperger's Syndrome
Bipolar Disorder
Schizophrenia
Style
Exploratory
Gentle
Supportive

I am passionate about creating a therapeutic connection with my clients, no matter the background. I have spent 10 years working in various treatment settings and love to listen intently. I have 2 cats and have found healing through animals and nature especially. I am very open minded and want you to feel supported with your unique life journey.

Available virtually

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Jonathan Shiroma

LMFT

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

Jonathan has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Marital and Family Therapy from California School of Professional Psychology, San Diego.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Depression
Substance Use
jobStress
Style
Exploratory
Attuned
Collaborative

When you're used to showing up for others, it can be hard to make room for yourself. Our sessions offer time to pause, feel heard, and make sense of what you've been carrying. From there, we'll build on strengths you may overlook and explore changes that feel meaningful and manageable for you.

Available virtually

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Nydia Valverde

LCSW
•
17+ years

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

Nydia has a Master of Clinical Social Work from Fordham University.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Mood Disorders
Panic Attacks
Sexual Abuse
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Warm
Affirming

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than twenty years of experience supporting individuals, families, and children of all cultures and backgrounds. I’ve worked in settings where people often seek help during their most vulnerable moments. I approach therapy with compassion, curiosity, and deep respect for each person’s unique story.

Available virtually

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Kelli Kaiser

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
•
6+ years

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

Kelli has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Sacramento.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Child Abuse or Neglect
Depression
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Warm
Empowering

In my practice, I prioritize a client-centered approach that honors your unique story and strengths. I use cognitive behavioral and Solution-Focused techniques, and support clients in overcoming obstacles and achieving their personal wellness goals. I am committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental environment where we can work together.

Available virtually

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Nina Spaccarelli

LMFT
•
8+ years

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

Nina has a Master of Science (MS) from Antioch University.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Sports Performance
Style
Directive
Attuned
Collaborative

I’m a licensed therapist with 25 years of experience and training, licensed since 2018. I work with individuals navigating trauma, generational and family patterns, immigrant and political stress, postpartum concerns, high achievement, student-athletes, addiction in the family, suicide loss, and grief.

Available virtually

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Rayna Hartman

LMFT
•
7+ years

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

Rayna has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from University of California San Francisco.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Addiction
School Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Warm
Empowering

You are the expert on your own life and therapy is a collaborative process. My role is to walk alongside you as a guide, create space for greater awareness, self-discovery, and choices that feel authentic and aligned with who you are.

Available virtually

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Joyce Nicholson

LPCC
•
3+ years

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

Joyce has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Touro University Worldwide.

California
Specialties
First Responders
Anxiety
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
Spirituality
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Collaborative

I provide a warm, supportive, and collaborative space where you can feel heard, build insight, and develop practical tools to navigate life’s challenges. Together, we’ll work toward meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.

Available virtually

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Luz Venegas

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
•
15+ years

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

Luz has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Jose State University.

California
Specialties
First Responders
ADHD
Anxiety
Grief
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Gentle
Curious

Taking the first step towards healing is often difficult, but trust that you are making the right decision to a better tomorrow. My goal is that you are able to feel better about your decisions, and to trust yourself in the process. I welcome the opportunity to help you achieve positive changes.

Available virtually