Quality care comes first at Rula
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Luisa Aguilar-Salazar
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Luisa Aguilar-Salazar, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Luisa has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.
I specialize in supporting people re-pattern outdated survival strategies of anxiety, rage, fawning, shame, self-erasure, and self-abandonment. I accompany clients in moving from being performative, reactionary, and compliant, towards aliveness and authenticity. My practice integrates somatic techniques in therapy through an IFS informed lens.
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Nickolas Persons
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Nickolas Persons, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Nickolas has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Counseling from Alliant International University, Fresno.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California, looking for new clients. My approach is, first and foremost, person-centered, so I like to meet my clients where they are and start with where they feel comfortable to help them become better prepared to navigate the obstacles they encounter in their lives.
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Teresa Alvarado
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.
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.
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Richard Sypniewski
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.
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.
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Paula Parra
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Paula Parra, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Paula has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.
Join me in a calming space where you can go deep and resolve emotional distress, old or new, that has been holding you back from creating and living the life you truly desire. Together, we’ll get to the root of patterns that cause suffering and work through life’s challenges so that you have clarify, confidence, and calm within.
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Asha Rani
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Asha Rani, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Asha has a Master of Social Work from California State University, Chico.
Thank you for showing interest in working with me! My passion lies in supporting individuals in working through life’s various stressors and challenges. It is of the utmost importance to me to be able to build a safe and genuine connection with my clients through actively listening and gaining a better understanding of how I can best support you.
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Tiha Baker
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Tiha Baker, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Tiha has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from Mercer University.
I help BIPOC LGBTQ+ clients dealing with imposter syndrome and low self-esteem to reconnect to their power and core to better handle the challenges life brings.
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Carin Hamilton
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Carin Hamilton, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Carin has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from Norfolk State University.
I’m an LCSW who helps people move through the weight of anxiety, loss, and life transitions with courage and clarity. My approach is collaborative and down-to-earth—rooted in real conversation, emotional insight, and practical tools for change. Together, we’ll create space for healing, growth, and a renewed sense of self.
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Benzion Perez
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Benzion Perez, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Benzion has a Master of Science (MS) in Marital and Family Therapy from Fuller Theological Seminary.
I want to work with people who are willing to try something new, to try something different, to take risks, to be vulnerable, to explore, and to discover. I want to extend myself to those finding themselves ready to push through conflicts by collaborating with me on the process of being honest and comfortable in our skin.
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Scott Seaman
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Scott Seaman, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Scott has a Doctor of Education (EDD) in Psychology from Argosy University and a Masters of Arts (MA) from National University.
Hello, nice to meet you. People are smart, but not always objective. Hence, the value of a professional who can assist with sorting things out. Once there is clarity and insight, an individual can begin to move forward in ways previously blocked. I am a Licensed Therapist (LMFT) with a doctorate in counseling psychology.
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Patricia Rutledge
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs), like Patricia Rutledge, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Patricia has a Master of Arts (MA) in Co from Occurring Disorders - Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School.
Painful experiences can leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the life you want. I specialize in helping adults heal from childhood and adult physical, sexual, and emotional trauma; military trauma; addiction and recovery; grief; anxiety; depression; and life’s “little t” traumas. If ready for change, I invite you to reach out.
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Robert Hickman
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Robert Hickman, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Robert has a Master of Science (MS) in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling from United States International University.
I want to share the great pleasure I have felt working with children, teens, families, and adults over the years.
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Alex Andrade
Licensed Clinical Psychologists (LCPs), like Alex Andrade, hold a doctoral degree and are trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Alex has a Doctor of Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University.
I’m Dr. Alex L. Andrade Jr., a licensed clinical psychologist with nearly 15 years of experience. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, substance use, grief, life changes, relationship concerns, and other challenges, providing individualized psychotherapy tailored to your needs and goals.
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Veronica Landaverde Fernandez
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Veronica Landaverde Fernandez, 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 Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from California State University, Dominguez Hills.
Navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, or relationship difficulties can be overwhelming and yielding. You are not alone. My goal is to provide support, warmth, and a safe space where you can give a different meaning to your experience by building coping skills, developing insight, self understanding, and self acceptance.
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Destinee Stewart
Recognized for high quality patient care
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.
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.
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Eliverto Elias
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Eliverto Elias, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Eliverto has a Master's in social work at California State University Stanislaus from Bachelor's in Criminal Justice Management at Union Institute & University.
I provide individual therapy to adolescents and adults. I have experience assessing and treating a variety of mental health symptoms and disorders in both English and Spanish.
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Marc Komori Stager
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Psychologists (LCPs), like Marc Komori Stager, hold a doctoral degree and are trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Marc has a Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) from California Institute of Integral Studies.
Has your life gotten to a place where you are finally considering therapy? Getting to this place isn't fun for most people. If you are looking for a guide and a companion along the way, then please consider getting in touch.
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Sasha Hawkes
Recognized for high quality patient care
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.
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.
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Adrian O'Donnell
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Adrian O'Donnell, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Adrian has a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute.
I work with adults and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addictions, and trauma.
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Andres J Ruiz
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Andres J Ruiz, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Andres J has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles.
I provide psychoeducation, social services, and direct mental health therapy in both English and Spanish. I've successfully treated clients from different ethnic, cultural, sexual and gender, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds experiencing depression, anxiety, attachment, PTSD, impulse control, and conduct disorders.
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Albert Balderas
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Albert Balderas, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Albert has a Master of Science (MS) from University of La Verne.
My goal is to foster a safe and compassionate space where together, we can identify alternative approaches to how you perceive, engage with, and overcome the obstacles that seem to hinder your pursuit of a fulfilling life. We will work towards empowering you with the tools and insights to lead the life you envision.
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Martin Alfaro
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Martin Alfaro, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Martin has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Children, Youth, and Families from University of Southern California.
I provide a warm, supportive, and collaborative space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered. Together, we’ll work to understand what’s been weighing on you, build on your strengths, and create meaningful, lasting change. My goal is to help you feel more confident, balanced, and connected in your daily life.
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Samuel Semanda
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Samuel Semanda, 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 an LMFT, and I warmly welcome you as you begin this work together. In an intersubjective approach, I focus on how your experiences and our therapeutic relationship unfold in the room, creating safety, meaning, and momentum.
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Maria Rohde
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.
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.
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Robert Eichar
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Robert Eichar, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Robert has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.
I'm a 9-year Coast Guard veteran who became a therapist because I needed one. I work with people who are ready to actually do something about what's keeping them stuck. I specialize in trauma, anger, and life transitions.
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