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Craig Nishioka, LCSW
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of experience helping individuals navigate life's most difficult transitions. Since 2013, I have dedicated my practice to empowering clients through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), providing them with the practical tools needed to break the cycle of negative thinking and reclaim their mental well-being. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders by identifying the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Anxiety, Depression, Adoption, Childhood abuse/neglect, Child or adolescent, Grief, Coping skills, Men's issues, Life transitions, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Stress
Behavioral issues
Dr. Alex Alexander, LMFT
Highly experienced psychotherapist with a solution focus orientation. Effective history with all agres and wide range of issues. Skills at assessing and then providing steps to help clients achieve their goals. Provides easy to understand skills and techniques for clients to ude between sessions. Able to help clients better manage their challenges.
Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Coping skills, OCD, Stress, Anger management, Career counseling, Grief, Parenting, Self esteem, Sleep or insomnia, Spirituality, Trauma and PTSD, Life transitions
Behavioral issues
Veronica Cruz-Martinez, LMFT
I’ve provided therapy for over a decade, supporting individuals and families from all backgrounds. I offer a safe, affirming space where LGBTQIA+ clients, parents, and those navigating trauma, identity, or relationship challenges feel seen and empowered. With compassion, honesty, and collaboration, we face things directly, building awareness, resilience, and practical tools. We’ll celebrate progress and foster growth while exploring patterns and healing past wounds, while finding new belief in yourself. FYI: I am a 44 year old gay woman with a Mexican upbringing, spiritual, married and I have a son who is 18.
Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Trauma and PTSD, Anger management, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment, Codependency, Parenting, Spirituality, Childhood abuse/neglect, Behavioral issues, Peer relationship, Sports performance, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Life transitions, Alzheimer's, Family conflict, Marital discord, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns, Marital and premarital, Grief, Coping skills, Infertility, Domestic violence, Suicidal ideation
Behavioral issues
Jazmin Alvarado, CSWA
Hi, I'm Jazmin Alvarado (she/her), an Associate Clinical Social Worker. I support those navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, life transitions, and identity exploration. My approach is compassionate, client-centered, and culture/identity affirming. I bring a holistic lens to our work, integrating somatic tools, nervous system education, and practical strategies to help you empower your daily life. I understand how complex life can get when you're juggling family roles, mental health, and personal growth. Let’s work together to find your version of calm, clarity, and confidence.
Anxiety, Depression, Family conflict, Women's issues, Spirituality, Sex positive/poly/kink-friendly, Self esteem, Relationships, Self harming, Child or adolescent, Coping skills, Divorce, Grief, Life transitions, Adoption, Autism spectrum disorders, Childhood abuse/neglect, Codependency, Developmental disorders, Eating disorders, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment, Infertility, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Social media, Weight loss, Trauma and PTSD, School issues
Behavioral issues
Brent Pilegard, LMFT
Sessions with me are focused, light-hearted, insightful and I will help you to directly and immediately gain insight and healing around the issues that cause you distress. Currently accepting short-term clients who are open and ready for immediate positive emotional, mental, or relational shifts. . In addition to working with adults couples and families, I have a strong background in working with the teenage population. My therapy style is warm, direct, compassionate, intuitive, and engaging.
Anxiety, Depression, Spirituality, Self esteem, Child or adolescent, Grief, Life coaching, Codependency, Divorce, Childhood abuse/neglect, Relationships
Behavioral issues
Caroline Kiss-Lee, CSWA
Change can be messy. Growth is never linear. You do not have to go through it alone. I am an Associate Therapist with a Master of Social work from USC, where I completed a sub-concentration in Military Social Work. I have spent over a decade walking alongside individuals, couples, teens, and families - including LGBTQ+ clients, military communities, and those facing transitions or trauma - with empathy, clarity, and a collaborative approach. My style is supportive, grounded, and client-centered. I will meet you where you are and help you create meaningful change. This is a place to think, feel, and move forward.
Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Stress, Self esteem, Marital and premarital, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Life coaching, Behavioral issues, Child or adolescent, Career counseling, Coping skills, Family conflict, Grief, Infidelity, Marital discord, Parenting, Peer relationship, Trauma and PTSD, Women's issues, Anger management, School issues, Life transitions, Social media, ADHD, Academic underachievement, Addiction, Alcohol use, Autism spectrum disorders, Childhood abuse/neglect, Codependency, Divorce, Domestic abuse, Domestic violence, Dual diagnosis, Eating disorders, Infertility, Internet addiction, Issues with pornography use, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns, Spirituality, Sleep or insomnia, OCD, Substance use disorder, Weight loss, Sports performance, Adoption, Antisocial personality, Borderline personality, Men's issues, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Sex therapy
Behavioral issues
Danielle Ritenour, LMFT
As a therapist I believe transformation is a lifelong skill that can be a terrifying, thrilling and an empowering journey. I try my best to provide a safe environment for my clients and to join them where they are at; in their own unique process of bettering themselves. When an individual is allowed to speak freely, it promotes acceptance, understanding one’s own values/ beliefs and allows mind, body and spiritual growth. It is an honor to be able to provide an encouraging and positive therapeutic experience while accompanying client/clients on their journey.
Anxiety, Depression, Domestic abuse, Trauma and PTSD, ADHD, Adoption, Bipolar disorder, Codependency, Coping skills, Childhood abuse/neglect, Divorce, Dual diagnosis, Family conflict, Behavioral issues, Grief, Infertility, Life transitions, OCD, Relationships, Learning disabilities, Spirituality
Behavioral issues
Garika Williams, LPCC
Hello, my name is Garika, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience in the mental health field since 2014. I am passionate about supporting others in gaining deeper self-understanding, build effective coping skills, and develop a greater sense of empowerment in their lives. My approach is grounded in providing a safe, nonjudgmental space where all thoughts, feelings, and experiences are welcome. I currently only see individuals.
Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Academic underachievement, Anger management, Coping skills, Family conflict, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment, Stress, Life coaching, Life transitions, Sex positive/poly/kink-friendly, Marital and premarital, School issues, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Peer relationship, Self esteem, Social media, Grief, Adoption, Childhood abuse/neglect, Dual diagnosis, Parenting, Women's issues, Sports performance, Problems with video game use, Relationships, Marital discord, Career counseling, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns
Behavioral issues
Christina Picker, LCSW
Hi! My name is Christina Picker, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am certified in EMDR and use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based approaches to support healing and personal growth. I enjoy working with individuals navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I believe therapy is a collaborative journey, and I strive to create a warm, supportive, and empowering space where clients can reconnect with their strengths and move toward meaningful change. I'm so glad you're here and taking this step!
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Life transitions, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Childhood abuse/neglect, Coping skills, Grief, Chronic illness, Sexual abuse, Women's issues
Behavioral issues
Anne San Juan, LMFT
I am your local therapist. I utilize solution focused therapy and family dynamic therapy. I am trauma informed and trained in NLP and MER. I’m straightforward and matter-of-fact. I have no judgment and I seek to assist you in putting the pieces of yourself and your life together so that you can create the life you can be happy in. We work on processing the issue, taking stock of the options, changing perspectives, making decisions and acknowledging the lessons that have been learned. I truly enjoy working with clients and being a witness to the transformation that can occur as part of our sessions.
Addiction, Anxiety, Child or adolescent, Depression, Family conflict, Grief, Spirituality, Women's issues
Behavioral issues
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