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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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Rob Scheidlinger
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.
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.
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Briana Perez
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Briana Perez, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Briana has a Master of Social Work from California State University, Northridge.
Maybe you feel stuck in the overwhelm or just need a change in your life. I have experience in elevating clients, addressing what is holding them back, and empowering people towards living a life that feels expansive instead of frustrating. I work with all ages and specialize in transition phases of life.
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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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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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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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Vanessa Chitry
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Vanessa Chitry, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Vanessa has a Master of Science (MS) from California State University, San Bernardino.
My focus as a therapist is to assist clients empower themselves through learning more about their past, their present struggles/situations, and help them reach their future goals.
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David Chicoine
Patients consistently give high satisfaction ratings
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like David Chicoine, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
David has a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University.
I'm a licensed therapist in California with over 20 years of experience helping people with various concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also have expertise in working with clients who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
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Francisco Moreno-Guerrero
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Francisco Moreno-Guerrero, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Francisco has a Master of Science (MS) in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling from California State University, Fresno.
I provide mental health treatment to individual adults, children, families, and couples. I'm an empathetic therapist who helps clients navigate and improve their sense of self and family/partner relationships.
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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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Darryl Gilmer
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Darryl Gilmer, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Darryl has a Master of Science in Psychology (MSPSY) from Chapman University.
I work with couples and individuals navigating relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, and trauma. My approach is warm and relational, emphasizing the healing power of connection both within your relationships and between us in therapy.
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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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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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Lisa Bronson
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Lisa Bronson, 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.
I know that reaching out for therapy isn't always easy, especially when life feels overwhelming or you're facing changes you didn't expect. I work with people navigating stress, life transitions, relationship conflicts, and overwhelming emotions. I believe balance, connection, and finding moments of joy are key components to healing!
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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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Pavly Abdelmalek
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Pavly Abdelmalek, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Pavly has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist College.
I am dedicated to helping you move from just surviving to deeply understanding your behaviors. My approach is direct, intentional, and uniquely tailored to your reality. I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, and trauma, helping clients break destructive cycles to find clarity and lasting independence.
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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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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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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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Mercianna Oliver
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.
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.
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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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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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Andrew Spaulding
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Andrew Spaulding, 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 Science (MS) from California State University East Bay.
I am excited to be joining the Rula team and look forward to meeting with you to see if we are a good fit given your emotional and relational needs, goals, and preferences. My specialty areas include trauma treatment, grief and loss, recovering from abuse, professional and relationship coaching, and working with children, youths, and parents.
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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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