27 licensed providers matched your needs
Joe Exnowski, LMFT
My name is Joe Exnowski. I am 62 years old. I was born and raised in in L.A. I have 2 adult sons and three beautiful grand daughters. I started this current path in my mid 40's. I had been a plumber for 25 years and wanted something more meaningful. I was introduced to an amazing masters degree program in spiritual psychology, but to apply I needed a bachelors degree. I went back to school and got my undergrad degree. I went to USM and got my degree in spiritual psychology. I then went to Pacifica Grad Institute and received my degree in counseling psychology. I now do what I love, helping people heal and grow.
Anxiety, Depression, Marital and premarital, Self esteem, Spirituality
Behavioral issues
Dr. Tabitha Thompson, LCSW
Dr. Tabitha Thompson is a LCSW who finds value in helping others see the strengths in themselves and achieve their personal & professional goals. In working with clients, the experience is a partnership in which Dr. Thompson works collaboratively with client to ensure the outcome is in the best interest of all. Her passion is using relationship building techniques to work with people of varying ethnic & cultural backgrounds. Some of her personal values that influence lifelong decisions and clinical approaches are honesty and accountability. Dr. Thompson looks forward to supporting you on your journey!
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Behavioral issues, Coping skills, Family conflict, Grief, Infidelity, Life coaching, Life transitions, Marital and premarital, Marital discord, Narcissistic personality, Parenting, Peer relationship, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Relationships, Self esteem, Stress, Trauma and PTSD, Women's 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
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
Behavioral issues
Dr. Fran VanBockel, LPCC
Fran is a Veteran of the US Regular Army, an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-MH) and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with her Ph.D. in Health Psychology. Fran has experience in working with trauma, anxiety, and depression. She is looking forward to meeting you. She uses a mix of Reality Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) Areas of specialization: Adolescents, Individuals, Couple's, Grief Depression and Anxiety
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Coping skills, Depression, Stress, Self esteem, Peer relationship, Life transitions, Marital discord, Marital and premarital, Parenting, Relationships, Child or adolescent, Trauma and PTSD, Divorce, Domestic abuse, Domestic violence, Grief
Behavioral issues
Emily Moore, LMFT
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I have been practicing for over 20 years, working with people experiencing anxiety, depression, struggling with life changes, or feeling stuck in some way. I help to clarify what is wrong, see what is blocking the way, identify what is helping, and work with you to move toward the life you want.
Anxiety, Chronic pain, Codependency, Coping skills, Depression, Emotional disturbance, Family conflict, Grief, Self esteem, Sexual abuse, Suicidal ideation, Trauma and PTSD, Women's issues, Childhood abuse/neglect
Behavioral issues
David Ferguson, LCSW
My therapy career began working with HIV positive individuals. Since that time, I have gained valuable experience working with folks in crisis in emergency rooms as well as in a psychiatric hospital. For the past ten years, I have worked exclusively worked with people who have experienced trauma and have developed PTSD. My practice also includes working with couples. I believe the therapeutic relationship is one where the client know more about their own experience than the therapist; and, the therapist's job is to be curious, ask questions so that the client can better understand themselves.
Coping skills, Divorce, Family conflict, Men's issues, Trauma and PTSD, Marital discord, Relationships, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment, Sex positive/poly/kink-friendly, Anxiety, Depression
Behavioral issues
Kristie Summerville, LMFT
I am a Black African American, experienced, soulful and ever so gentle LMFT psychotherapist. (pronoun’s she/her). Who guides to enhance your daily life, feelings, and experience with a powerful narrative through empathy, self support, awareness and actualization. Specializing in trauma, self identity, and anxiety as it relates to anger, depression, impulsive behaviors, grief, lack of trust, intimate relationship building and couples acceptance or re-authoring change.
Anxiety, Grief, Relationships, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Career counseling, Family conflict, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Coping skills, Dual diagnosis, Life transitions, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns
Behavioral issues
Adrienne Mages, LCSW
My name is Adrienne Mages and I have been working in the mental health, behavioral health, and substance use field with individuals, teens, and couples for over 9 years. I received my MSW in 2005 from NC A&T, and my LCSW for NC in 2018, GA in 2019, and CA in 2022. My practice ethic is based in a Humanistic and trauma-informed approach to care. I believe that every person has the capacity for change, without regard to their circumstance, trauma history, or other life experiences. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family, hiking, reading, gardening, and playing with our menagerie of animals.
ADHD, Academic underachievement, Addiction, Alcohol use, Alzheimer's, Anger management, Antisocial personality, Anxiety, Autism spectrum disorders, Behavioral issues, Bipolar disorder, Borderline personality, Child or adolescent, Chronic impulsivity, Chronic pain, Chronic Relapse, Codependency, Coping skills, Depression, Developmental disorders, Divorce, Domestic abuse, Dual diagnosis, Eating disorders, Emotional disturbance, Family conflict, Gambling, Grief, Infertility, Intellectual disability, Learning disabilities, Marital and premarital, Men's issues, Obesity, OCD, Oppositional defiance, Parenting, Self esteem, Self harming, Sexual abuse, Sleep or insomnia, Spirituality, Substance use disorder, Suicidal ideation, Teen violence, Trauma and PTSD, Weight loss, Women's issues, Social media, Marital discord, Relationships, Childhood abuse/neglect, Chronic illness, Life transitions, Medication management, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, School issues, Stress, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment, Domestic violence, Sex positive/poly/kink-friendly, Issues with pornography use, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns, Peer relationship
Behavioral issues
Gloria Sharp-Roberts, LCSW
I believe each person has their own inherent strengths, values, and goals that can be explored to address whatever life stressors come up. My focus is to support each person holistically and promote overall well-being using a collaborative approach. I have over 12 years of experience working in various clinical settings including experience working with children and adults. I also have a strong background and experience in trauma-related treatment. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my kids and my husband, gardening, and taking care of our animals. My general working hours will be 6am-2pm PST Mon-Fri.
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Coping skills, Codependency, Borderline personality, Family conflict, Grief, Life transitions, Relationships, Self esteem, Dual diagnosis, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Childhood abuse/neglect, Stress, Parenting
Behavioral issues
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