38 licensed providers matched your needs
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
LaKeina Ferguson, LMFT
I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family therapist based in California. I have 7yrs of experience diagnosing and treating families, individuals and couples. I work with clients who experienced trauma as children and as adults. I also work with domestic violence victims, perpetrators, substance abuse, anxiety, mood disorders, bipolar, autism, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. I believe that as human beings, we are each unique and should be valued. I have a positive outlook on life, and it is my pleasure to support others in reaching their full potential by overcoming any emotional or mental barriers.
Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Bipolar disorder, Alcohol use, Anger management, Child or adolescent, Academic underachievement, ADHD, Chronic Relapse, Childhood abuse/neglect, Behavioral issues, Chronic impulsivity, Autism spectrum disorders
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
Dr. Connie Martinez, LCSW
I am CA-based, with a Doctorate in Psychology, licensed in Clinical Social Work, and experienced in neuropsychology. I am neurodiversity-affirming and work with cultural humility. I approach therapy as a relational, ethical, and healing practice grounded in client's autonomy, nervous system safety, and self-defined goals. My primary responsibility is to support regulation, meaning-making, and agency. I view the therapy room as a protected space where clients are met with curiosity, invitation, and deep respect for human complexity. Areas of expertise include trauma, neurodivergence, anxiety, and depression.
ADHD, Anxiety, Autism spectrum disorders, Coping skills, Depression, Sexual abuse, Trauma and PTSD, Childhood abuse/neglect, Stress, Learning disabilities, Adoption, Dual diagnosis
Behavioral issues
Cindy Nguyen Nguman, LCSW
Hi! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering virtual therapy across California. My style is warm, collaborative, and rooted in real connection. I specialize in helping young adults and professionals manage anxiety, depression, relationships, identity, self-esteem, and life transitions, including career and modern dating struggles. Clients describe me as bubbly, approachable, and easy to connect with. I genuinely enjoy bringing humor, creativity, and compassion into the therapeutic process, creating a space where you feel safe, seen, and empowered to grow. I also enjoy working with LGBTQ and AAPI clients.
Anxiety, Depression, Life transitions, Relationships, Career counseling, Behavioral issues, Child or adolescent, Coping skills, Emotional disturbance, Grief, Life coaching, Peer relationship, Stress, Social media, Self esteem, School issues, Academic underachievement, Childhood abuse/neglect, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, ADHD, Adoption, Addiction, Alcohol use, Anger management, Autism spectrum disorders, Bipolar disorder, Chronic Relapse, Chronic illness, Chronic impulsivity, Chronic pain, Codependency, Divorce, Domestic violence, Dual diagnosis, Domestic abuse, Eating disorders, Family conflict, Gambling, Hoarding, Infertility, Infidelity, Internet addiction, Issues with pornography use, Marital and premarital, Marital discord, OCD, Oppositional defiance, Parenting, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Problems with video game use, Self harming, Sexual abuse, Sex positive/poly/kink-friendly, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns, Sleep or insomnia, Sports performance, Substance use disorder, Suicidal ideation, Teen violence, Trauma and PTSD, Weight loss, Women's issues
Behavioral issues
Miranda Lopez, LSWA
My name is Miranda, and I am so excited you made it here to start your therapy journey. My approach to therapy is never one mold fits all. I take the time to explore your strengths as well as the areas of your life in which you are looking to grow. Building trust is essential to the therapeutic relationship and I recognize how scary that can be. Whether you are navigating a big life transition, relationship stress, anxiety, hormone imbalances, PMDD or grieving the loss of a loved one, I am here to listen and empower you where you are at. In this space, you are seen and heard. You are worth the investment.
Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Codependency, Self esteem, Spirituality, ADHD, Child or adolescent, Chronic illness, Coping skills, Family conflict, Stress, Life transitions, Trauma and PTSD, Social media, Autism spectrum disorders, Suicidal ideation, Childhood abuse/neglect, Grief, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, School issues, Women's issues, Alzheimer's, Anger management
Behavioral issues
Andrea Wang, LPCC
I am licensed with 15+ years of professional mental health work experience. I have experience helping clients with: stress/anxiety/depression, trauma/loss, and motivation/self esteem/confidence along with many other mental health-related issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Anxiety, Depression, Self esteem, Stress, Life transitions, Addiction, Anger management, Career counseling, Codependency, Family conflict, Parenting, Relationships, Spirituality, Trauma and PTSD, ADHD, Academic underachievement, Alcohol use, Autism spectrum disorders, Behavioral issues, Bipolar disorder, Child or adolescent, Childhood abuse/neglect, Chronic Relapse, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Coping skills, Developmental disorders, Divorce, Domestic abuse, Domestic violence, Dual diagnosis, Emotional disturbance, Grief, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Internet addiction, Issues with pornography use, Learning disabilities, Life coaching, Marital and premarital, Marital discord, Medication management, Men's issues, OCD, Oppositional defiance, Peer relationship, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Problems with video game use, School issues, Sex positive/poly/kink-friendly, Sexual abuse, Sleep or insomnia, Social media, Substance use disorder, Suicidal ideation, Weight loss, Women's issues
Behavioral issues
Ginger Barros, LMFT
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I have been in the field for 10 years. My goal is to help you regain a sense of control and better understand what you're going through. When we understand ourselves more deeply, we empower real change. Growth becomes possible—and sustainable. Together, we’ll work toward that change, because both knowledge and growth are key to becoming the best version of yourself.
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Addiction, Autism spectrum disorders, Stress, ADHD, Behavioral issues, Coping skills, Sexual abuse, Self esteem, Sleep or insomnia, Chronic pain, Divorce, Emotional disturbance, Grief, Obesity, Substance use disorder, Anger management, Chronic Relapse, Chronic illness, Codependency, Childhood abuse/neglect, Domestic abuse, Domestic violence, Infertility, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Women's issues
Behavioral issues
Jeffrey Chang, LCSW
Welcome! I'm Jeff, a tri-lingual (English/Mandarin/French) Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping adults navigate unforeseen complexity and stress in their lives. As a deeply empathetic person, my career in mental health has been a natural calling. Leading with curiosity, kindness, and compassion, my goal as a practitioner is to provide a space where you can express yourself freely and to teach practical skills that help you live life with confidence. Although seeking help can be intimidating, the results can be profound and even life changing. It would be my privilege to help guide and support you.
Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Academic underachievement, Addiction, Anger management, Autism spectrum disorders, Career counseling, Life transitions, Chronic illness, Codependency, Antisocial personality, Coping skills, Behavioral issues, Bipolar disorder, Borderline personality, Emotional disturbance, Alzheimer's, Chronic pain, Divorce, Domestic violence, Hoarding, Dual diagnosis, Family conflict, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment, Grief, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Life coaching, Trauma and PTSD, Stress, Sports performance, Relationships, Marital discord, Marital and premarital, Men's issues, Spirituality, OCD, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, School issues, Self esteem, Suicidal ideation, Peer relationship, Parenting, Learning disabilities, Alcohol use, Adoption, Child or adolescent, Childhood abuse/neglect, Chronic Relapse, Chronic impulsivity, Developmental disorders, Domestic abuse, Eating disorders, Gambling, Infertility, Internet addiction, Issues with pornography use, Medication management, Narcissistic personality, Oppositional defiance, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Problems with video game use, Sleep or insomnia, Social media, Substance use disorder, Teen violence, Weight loss
Behavioral issues
Richard Lantz, LMFT
I have over 30 years of clinical experience in mental health and substance use treatment. I specialize in Existential, Gestalt, and Reality Therapy. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families. I am experienced with youth and families, diverse populations and life issues, and providing services in various settings. I treat a wide range of mental health issues. My goal is to help people in taking more effective control of their lives by focusing on what they can control in the present and the parts of themselves that they have the most direct control.
Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, ADHD, Addiction, Anger management, Autism spectrum disorders, Behavioral issues, Bipolar disorder, Coping skills, Divorce, Dual diagnosis, Family conflict, Life transitions, Marital and premarital, OCD, Self esteem, Stress, Substance use disorder, Trauma and PTSD
Behavioral issues
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