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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
Chris McKillop, LPCC
Hi, my name is Chris McKillop and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I have been involved in the area of mental health and developmental disabilities since 1993. I received my Masters in Counseling in 2004 from the University of North Carolina in Charlotte. I have worked in community-based settings, group homes and transitional housing settings, as well as working as a school counselor for 2 years and a Juvenile Court Counselor for 6 years. I have been practicing individual therapy since 2013 in both in-person and online settings. I currently live in Southern California.
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Trauma and PTSD, Stress, Borderline personality, Self esteem, Self harming, Anger management, Codependency, Infidelity, Issues with pornography use
Behavioral issues
Margaret Miller, LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience in addictions, mood disorders, behavioral modification, individual and family therapy, relational conflicts, crisis intervention, advocacy, social policy, clinical supervision and program development. I believe in the immense power of our thoughts and our incredible capacity as human beings to change them through awareness, intention, emotional regulation and implementation. Together we will work to create the life you want to live despite the hardships you have overcame and any future struggles that may lay ahead.
Anxiety, Depression, Codependency, Family conflict, Addiction, Coping skills, Divorce, Domestic violence, Anger management, Life transitions, Eating disorders, Marital and premarital, OCD, Parenting, Relationships, Self esteem
Behavioral issues
Harmonee Isenbarger-Ellis, LCSW
Hi there !!My name is Harmonee Ellis, and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am so glad you are here. Anxiety and depression can be overwhelming. My goal is to provide a safe and caring environment to promote growth and self reflection, while educating and providing practical skills. I love watching people grow!! I utilize a collaborative approach in therapy, and my therapeutic approach includes CBT and SFBT. It is my honor to work with you . “Nothing can make our life, or the lives of other people , more beautiful than perpetual kindness.” Author, Leo Tolstoy
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Behavioral issues, Childhood abuse/neglect, Domestic abuse, Chronic pain, Chronic illness, Coping skills, Domestic violence, Family conflict, Life transitions, Parenting, Self esteem, Stress, Women's issues, Trauma and PTSD, Career counseling, Codependency, Grief, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Teen violence, Marital discord, Relationships
Behavioral issues
Shelley Jordan, LPCC
Having a passionate love to always help people live life well, I believe in providing therapy in a safe and non-judgmental space, from an eclectic evidenced based approach that promotes hope, stability, and wellness, including faith-based perspective. I believe that your heart deserves a safe space to be processed and in the atmosphere of therapy it is experienced. I believe my purpose is to assist individuals to live life healthy and with hope. I have extensive experience in human behavior, couples counseling, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders.
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Addiction, Alcohol use, Antisocial personality, Anger management, Behavioral issues, Bipolar disorder, Borderline personality, Chronic Relapse, Codependency, Coping skills, Domestic abuse, Domestic violence, Dual diagnosis, Divorce, Emotional disturbance, Family conflict, Grief, Life transitions, Marital and premarital, Marital discord, Medication management, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Relationships, Self esteem, Sexual abuse, Sleep or insomnia, Spirituality, Stress, Substance use disorder, Self harming, Suicidal ideation, Women's issues, Weight loss
Behavioral issues
Tasha Peterson, LCSW
I am passionate about working with marginalized groups. I have experienced challenges myself as a woman and a minority. I like to be of support to others who have experienced adversity. I have treated individuals with stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship issues, identity issues, life transitions, grief and trauma. Cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and acceptance and commitment therapy are some of the modalities I utilize. Thus, I work from a person-centered approach. I am willing to move at a pace that is best suited for you in the therapeutic process.
Anxiety, Depression, Coping skills, Stress, Relationships, Anger management, Behavioral issues, Autism spectrum disorders, Codependency, Divorce, Family conflict, Grief, Infertility, Infidelity, Learning disabilities, Developmental disorders, Life coaching, Life transitions, Parenting, Peer relationship, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Self esteem, Women's issues, Trauma and PTSD, Academic underachievement
Behavioral issues
Luke Barrett, LCSW
Luke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in emergency medical services and hospital emergency departments. He is a United States Coast Guard veteran located in California. Luke believes in healthy habit development, consistent focus on goals, and problem solving to improve quality of life. Luke's approach to therapy includes: positive psychology, stress management, reducing substance use, communication skills, solution focused therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Outside of work Luke enjoys outdoor activities like camping, mountain biking, sailing, and scuba diving.
Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Trauma and PTSD, Suicidal ideation, Substance use disorder, Stress, Men's issues, Grief, Anger management, Alcohol use, Life transitions, Sports performance, Issues with pornography use, Coping skills, Dual diagnosis, Sleep or insomnia, Chronic illness, Chronic Relapse, Chronic pain, Domestic abuse, Domestic violence, Family conflict, Infertility, Infidelity, Divorce, Emotional disturbance, Internet addiction, Marital discord, Peer relationship, Relationships, Self harming, Self esteem, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns, Social media, Weight loss, Codependency, Narcissistic personality, Bipolar disorder, Career counseling, Chronic impulsivity
Behavioral issues
Cheryl Maddern, LMFT
Sometimes, things in life, happen that causes significant stress, sadness and anxiety. Your improvement is my only concern during sessions. I am passionate about your wellbeing and can offer a variety of techniques to help you. We will talk about your goals for therapy and decide what approach would work best for you. We will work together to identify the issues, ways to cope and finding solutions. During my twenty-five years of providing therapy I have learned that not one type of therapy suits everyone. My approach will be designed for your situation. I welcome the opportunity to talk with you.
Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Bipolar disorder, Codependency, Dual diagnosis, Emotional disturbance, Chronic impulsivity, Divorce, Coping skills, Anger management, Alcohol use, Child or adolescent, Domestic violence, Domestic abuse, Grief, Family conflict, Life transitions, Peer relationship, Parenting
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
Saskia Browning, LMFT
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I believe that every individual and family has unique strengths, and together, we can explore and build on those qualities to help you move toward a happier, more balanced life. I have experience supporting clients with anxiety, depression, PTSD and trauma, family conflict, relationship issues, adjustment difficulty, and ADHD/autism. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each client’s needs. I draw on evidence-based practices to foster growth, improve communication, and support lasting emotional well-being.
Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism spectrum disorders, Behavioral issues, Child or adolescent, Codependency, Grief, Life transitions, Oppositional defiance, Parenting, Peer relationship, Relationships, Spirituality, Stress, Trauma and PTSD, Childhood abuse/neglect, Coping skills, Developmental disorders, Family conflict, Self esteem
Behavioral issues
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