Advanced Psychiatric Associates (APA) provides both psychiatric services and counseling. Psychiatry services require 2 intakes- the first is with a licensed mental health clinician, the second with either a psychiatric nurse practitioner or psychiatrists. They accept most major insurances, Medicare, and Medi-Cal insurance associated with a major insurance company (e.g., Magellan, BC MediCal). They do not take MediCal that's unassociated with an insurance company or EAP. APA provides TMS and Esketamine treatments. They have three other locations: Elk Grove, Roseville, and Folsom.

I have been working in the fields of mental health and addiction since 1987. I received my Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology and Specialization in Alcohol and Other Drugs from John F. Kennedy University in 1989. I earned my doctorate in 2003 from the Wright Institute in Berkeley. While a student at the Wright Institute, I became excited about Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Because of its effectiveness, I have been using DBT in my clinical practice for the past 10 years. I am currently in private practice in Auburn and Davis California and have experience working with individuals, couples, and families from many cultures, religions, and alternative lifestyles. While having counseling with me you would experience someone who is said to be compassionate, open hearted, broad minded, and flexible. Over the years I have been trained in many different theoretical approaches and models. At this stage of my career, I can say that I am truly integrative in my approach. While working with you I might use techniques from Family Systems Theory, Family/Marital Therapy, Control Mastery Theory, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in order to help you heal from the challenges you are experiencing. Click here to learn more about the above approaches. For eight years I was the Regional Clinical Director for Aegis Medical Systems. For several years I served on Board of the Sacramento Valley Chapter of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. For the last 5 years I have been on the Board of the San Francisco Psychotherapy Research Group and am currently the Board President. Additionally, have been providing ongoing supervision, consultation, and mentorship to psychology students and clinicians for over 23 years.

Hi there! Welcome to one more step in your search for the life you want. Therapy is one way to increase joy, be reminded of whats wonderful about yourself, and overcome the barriers that have blocked you in the past. It also gives you the tools to continue that process. Collaboratively we strengthen your sense of worth so that you have the energy and motivation to work toward your personal goals. Increasing self-compassion and awareness frees an individual from the habits or ruts we all tend to dip into in life. I have worked with clients for the past 13 years to help them achieve their dreams. I use aspects of psychodynamic psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Positive Psychology, and humanistic views in my work with people. Learning strategies of mindfulness and relaxation breathing are also very helpful as you learn to directly impact your experience. I specialize in working with psychosis and schizophrenia, including voice hearing and extreme beliefs (traditionally called auditory hallucinations and delusions). Understanding how someone responds in such intense experiences provides insight to all people in moments of pain. I also have experience with people who identify as having a bipolar diagnosis, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.

I believe in meeting you where you are and empowering you to find your own solutions to issues such as depression, anxiety, and identity development to name a few. I foster a safe environment to process issues with relationships, grief and loss, and adjustment, through authenticity and congruency. Individuality is acknowledged and honored in our work together through the use of an integrated approach to include interventions from cognitive behavioral, client centered, psychodynamic, solution focused, mindfulness, and other approaches that are best suited to your needs. With experience working in the mental health field since 2004, and degrees from San Francisco State University and University of California, Davis, I am eager to be a part of your journey towards a happier and healthier life.

EFFECTIVE DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY TREATMENT FOR BUSY, GOAL-ORIENTED PEOPLE I'm Daren Casagrande (LMFT92438). I started Clarity Counseling with one thing in mind: to help people with depression and anxiety feel meaningful relief from pain and suffering as quickly as possible. After 10+ years working in non-profit and for-profit mental health organizations I grew frustrated that it took so long for people to experience relief from suffering related to treatable mental health disorders. This isn't to say that faster is always better, but when it comes to significantly reducing suffering - faster did seem important if the results were genuine and lasting. What makes Clarity Counseling different is that we use evidenced base therapies like CBT within a powerful therapeutic framework for conducting evidence-based therapy developed by Stanford psychologist, Dr. David Burns. quickly realized the incredible power of his methods (TEAM-CBT) and their ability to add a critical dimension to my therapeutic practice. Those skills in conjunction with a unique session structure are what makes Clarity different. I would be honored if you would be willing to entrust myself or my team with your mental health and I sincerely believe you will be happy with the results if you're motivated to put the work in outside of session. Catalyst Intensive Option A single 2-hour session for 4 weeks to achieve rapid results, it heavily relies on a strict adherence to the TEAM-CBT method. This requires a greater financial and time commitment (in and out of sessions). It is generally focused on 1-2 major concerns. Due to it's brevity, it can also be more emotionally intense to go through. ​These sessions come with our Clarity Promise: if you're not satisfied you will be refunded 50% of the cost. Wishing You Well, Daren Casagrande, LMFT92438

Specialize in working with polyamorous/non-monogamous individuals as well as kink/BDSM and other alternative relationships. Sex positive and LGBTQIA+ affirmative. I focus my efforts in therapy on instilling resilience and wellness for you internally as well as externally in your relationships. Some examples of what this might look like include: acting in congruence with your boundaries and ethics; "owning your shit" and taking responsibility for managing your emotions without displacing them onto others; identifying and communicating your needs and desires in relationships; cultivating compassion, curiosity, and mindfulness; and progressively taking risks that allow your vulnerable side to be seen, heard, and valued. I’m excited to help polyamorous and other students be more resilient in themselves and their relationships. In terms of clinical style, clients experience my patience and compassion but know that I’ll persistently challenge them to create and capitalize on opportunities for growth. We make use of insights from interactions between us to explore how you might stay stuck in relational or behavioral patterns that hold you back. Our working relationship is grounded in collaboration with a dynamic that's neither passive listening nor super-structured. My style is personable (within professional boundaries) and not overly ‘clinical’ or rigid. If my style and background seem to fit your needs, send me a message request through my website or call me and let’s connect! I look forward to hearing from you :)

I believe that the therapeutic relationship is at the very foundation of any effective psychotherapy. Establishing rapport and trust is central to the work I do. My relational approach is in the service of helping clients feel safe enough to explore their feelings and express them as they gain comfort in the therapy. I have almost thirty years of experience providing individual psychotherapy, and have been working specifically with students at UCD for the past twenty years. My training is in psychodynamic, relational psychotherapy and my approach is to be interactive in the therapy process. I have learned over the years that ultimately what brings a person to therapy has to do with having been wounded in a significant relationship, past or present. It is in the process of bringing the experience to light, making feelings conscious, understanding them better, and grieving when necessary allows healing to happen. This process happens within the context of the therapeutic relationship.

PLEASE NOTE THAT DR. CONNOR ONLY PROVIDES PSYCHODIAGNOSTIC EVALS--SHE DOES NOT DO THERAPY. I am a neuropsychologist—a licensed psychologist who specializes in brain-behavior relationships. I work with individuals who are experiencing difficulties with succeeding in their academic, employment, and personal lives due to problems related to ADHD, autism spectrum, learning disabilities, PTSD, brain injury and concussion—and co-occurring problems such as anxiety, depression, and obsessive compulsive behaviors. Neuropsychological evaluation includes tests of attention, concentration, language, visual spatial abilities, memory, executive abilities, and emotional functioning. An evaluation helps to identify cognitive and emotional strengths and weaknesses, establish a diagnosis to qualify for disable student services, and guide treatment for personal, educational, and vocational needs. Together, we work to create a plan to help you succeed in your life.

The majority of my clients are UCD students, both graduate and undergraduate. I am an active therapist who works in a present-focused way, using experiential methods like Gestalt and mindfulness, as well as behavioral, CBT, self-management, and solution-oriented approaches. I also do a lot of therapy focusing on relationship issues. I like working with clients who want to be active in their therapy, and are interested in identifying and working on goals and change. I have worked in quite a variety of settings with lots of different kinds of people and issues over the course of my career, so I have some familiarity with most kinds of issues that can arise. I find working with University students to be interesting and satisfying, because students are going through a period of rapid change and personal development, which I remember to be challenging but also rewarding.

How I’m Different. You won’t have to spend endless time or frustrating energy explaining yourself, justifying who you are as a person or how you see the world. You will be understood, seen and celebrated. This will allow you to have a strong and meaningful therapeutic relationship that is vital to you tackling challenging and sensitive issues. I’ve devoted many years to reaching out to and working with those who feel like outsiders—The LGBT community, people of color, immigrants, substance abusers. I have also devoted much of my professional time working with men. I believe that these experiences enable me to reach out to both outsiders and men—groups that don’t see themselves represented (enough) in the therapeutic community. How I can Help. Develop powerful and meaningful insights into destructive behaviors that get in the way of you reaching goals or making positive change; Learn and utilize tools that support you to fight against anxiety, depression, anger or whatever else life has thrown at you. Begin the journey of exploring, better understanding and utilizing your own personal/powerful qualities that are best suited to tackling difficult or painful challenges. How you will feel. Empowered, connected and even transformed. Why? Because when all parts of you are fully seen and supported you can explore your feelings, understand yourself as well as others and take risks. When you uncover and embrace your own personal power you will feel braver, confident, more resilient and alive. Specialized Training and Experience: Substance Abuse and Recovery Harm Reduction Motivational Interviewing Child Centered Play Therapy Sandtray Therapy Humanistic Therapies Psychodynamic Therapy Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy Psychotherapy with the LGBT community Psychotherapy for those living with HIV Hoarding Cultural Competence

Hello and welcome to my profile. I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker and earned my master's degree from CSU, Sacramento. I work with individuals, teens, children, and families dealing with a wide variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, co-dependency, domestic violence, communication, boundaries, attachment, foster care, body image issues, life transition/adjustment, and holistic health. I am also certified in Holistic Nutrition and have completed EMDR Basic Training. My practice is designed to emphasize growth, balanced self-care, and a healing process involving personal accountability. My passion is to see people grow towards their potential using a "whole person" centered approach.

Supporting people through difficult times has been a passion of mine for many years. I believe in personal and professional development through self-awareness and mindful living. My approach in offering therapy is integrative and draws on elements from several psychotherapeutic models. My philosophy guides an approach to treatment that is tailored to individual client needs. The therapy, however, typically involves fostering the cultivation of self-compassion and self-acceptance through the practice of Maitri (unconditional friendliness toward oneself). For this, a foundational practice involves learning how to be “comfortable with the uncomfortable,“ which creates opportunities for resilience, joy, understanding, and clarity.

I am a Los Angeles based psychotherapist and counselor committed to supporting my clients on their journey of learning and personal growth. My areas of focus include working with adults who are facing difficult life transitions or facing challenges in their relationships. I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California. My clinical experiences range from providing individual psychotherapy to adults in outpatient clinics, and crisis intervention and group psychotherapy with adults and adolescents in inpatient psychiatric hospitals. I have also worked with our homeless population across LA County, providing outreach, brief psychotherapy, and referrals to community resources and mental health services. My approach when working with all clients is client-centered and strengths-based. I value the person-in-environment perspective, so I can better understand my clients and their mental health in the context of their environment, and not just through their behavior and psyche.

Wherever you are in your life's journey, know that there are those who have been in your place, are in your place, and will be in your place; it just looks and feels differently for everyone. Whether it is depression, anxiety, loss, relationships, identity, trauma, or something presently unidentified, we all face moments where we feel overwhelmed, stuck, and not fully ourselves. My aim is to help you increase awareness of your emotions and how you relate to others. Together we'll discover ways of being that are healing, empowering, and restoring while providing either the acceptance or change you desire. I work with adolescents and adults through talk therapy while also utilizing creative interventions as needed. By using verbal and non-verbal methods of exploration, we are expanding our language of expression. I believe that in the right language your story will unfold. In the right space, you'll feel comfortable enough to unfold it. Whether therapy is new or familiar, I take my time to know you and to co-create the necessary safety for exploration. I value our relationship and honor walking with you during this phase of your journey.

I believe that stories and beliefs provide lenses through which we see and experience the world. Each "reality" is unique. When one is hindered in their ability to work, play, or love it may be due to hunger for more nourishing stories and beliefs. I also believe in love as curative, so therapy is about removing obstacles to intimacy, with yourself and others, which often involves grieving and facing fears. I love my clients and use our relationship to push and support you in exploring more vulnerable and authentic ways of being. The environment I create is caring, challenging, accepting, and honest. There is room for humor, despair, and mistakes. Sessions tend to be half talking and half improv, drawing on drama and art therapies, conversations with parts of yourself, whatever it takes to bring your issues alive in the room. “Florie is the ultimate nurturer. She has a remarkable ability to honor my struggles and empathize in a very passionate and specific way with what hurts. Simultaneously, she sees and believes in my gifts with such a beckoning encouragement that it’s almost like she is summoning them forth. I highly recommend Florie to anyone who could use some deep loving support to heal old wounds and clear a path to serving more fully in the world.” –Troy Dayton, CEO, ArcView Group, Interchange Counseling Institute Co-Counseling Client

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice in Davis, California. I received a Masters in Counseling Psychology from California Institute of Integral Studies in 2012. I feel honored to work with clients of all ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, socio-economic groups, physical abilities, and religious and spiritual beliefs who want to overcome behaviors, thoughts, and emotions that get in the way of their ability to live the life they want. I am Trans-friendly. Bringing creative experiences into therapy sessions can be beneficial because they help us to go deep and often serve as bridges between conscious and unconscious parts. That said, I tailor sessions to each unique client. For some people, straight talk therapy is best. I am trained in Trauma-Focused CBT and other evidence-based modalities, as well as Brainspotting, Play Therapy, Sand Play, Depth work, and Bereavement counseling. Personal growth and creativity have always been central to my life. After graduating from UC Davis with a degree in English Studies (which was a fantastic adventure in itself), I fulfilled a childhood dream (and stepped outside of my comfort zone) by creating and running the cafe "Delta of Venus" in Davis, California. My friend, Audrey and I created DOV largely because we wanted to establish a safe place for people who might feel marginalized. Please feel free to contact me here or call me at 530.507.8647 or email ruth@ruthfankushentherapy.com for a free 20-minute consultation by phone to see if we're a good fit.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with a master's degree in public health. I have a special interest in the development of self, relationship issues, life transitions, separation and divorce, stress management, grief and loss, and issues related to health and well-being. I work with adults and see individuals, couples and families.

I enjoy assisting students to make the many transitions involved with professional school life and to deal with the complexities involved with the academic rigors of studies and the many changes in their personal lives. I consider therapy a collaboration, where we work together to create a safe place to explore concerns and gain skills for coping more effectively with life's challenges. I strive to assist students to find their own paths and to provide support for them on their journeys. I take an integrative approach to wellness, and aim to help students balance the educational, emotional, social, spiritual, and physical aspects of their lives. Professional Interests: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution Focused brief therapy, Positive Psychology, Health Psychology, working with survivors of trauma, marital/intimate partner relationships.

My work is active, compassionate, and collaborative. I enjoy working with clients who want to have a deeper understanding of themselves to be able to make positive changes. I work with couples and individuals to create a relationship that feels safe. I help my clients gain a deeper understanding, that reveals alternative choices and a path to building more connected and meaningful relationships with themselves and within other important relationships in their lives. I also help my clients build on their strengths as I work with them supportively to attain their relationship and personal growth goals. While I primarily work from an attachment theoretical orientation, I integrate complimentary interventions to offer a personalized approach tailored to each of my clients needs. I am a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator (CDWF). I have had intensive training in the areas of shame resiliency, authenticity, self-compassion, and wholehearted living based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown. This work reflects my own commitment and values to live wholeheartedly and use this approach in my psychotherapy work. I am originally from Israel and Sweden and have always felt curious and drawn to learning about people’s unique stories. I believe that people have tremendous resilience and that healing and growth happens in a safe connected relationship such as with a compassionate and skillful therapist.

Often, for individuals, distilling the complexities of life can be daunting but transformative. Discovering one's aspirations can offer life-changing insight. I help shape each step so that it matches your particular goals, and dreams. I hope you will allow me to accompany you on this challenging journey of mindful self-exploration. Stress and anxiety can be managed. I incorporate different approaches depending on the needs of the individual. Often a combination of solution-focused approaches and psychodynamic exploration can address many needs. I work collaboratively and tailor these approaches in concert with you and your interests. Regarding relationships, these can range from parental, peer, romantic, etc.I help with relational issues that may have eroded over time. I will listen to you with non-judgmental compassion and offer you practical information and techniques to help you achieve more satisfying relationships, and move forward toward your dreams, goals and life aspirations. My experience includes anxiety and stress reduction, among other issues. My approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, (MBSR), Emotional Dysregulation, as informed by Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Emotion Focused Therapy, (EFT), Parenting Skills, and Integrative Psychodynamic Therapy. I have worked with individuals of all ages, families, and older adolescents. I have over 25 years experience as a full time university professor and experience with students from UC-Davis.

My role is to help each of my clients by focusing on their goals and therapy needs. I specialize in supporting students through the sometimes stressful academic adjustments while providing them with a supportive and non-judgmental environment to grow and learn. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, cultural concerns, eating disorders, LGBTQ, trauma, chronic illness, grief and loss, perinatal and postpartum support, birth trauma, parenting NICU babies, medically ill or special needs children, adjusting to parenthood, self-esteem, and romantic concerns. I work with clients from a client-centered perspective, emotion-focused therapy with a focus on attachment relationships. I am also trained in CBT, DBT, EFT, PMH, and CCTP. I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to help you find the right fit for therapy. To learn more about me feel free to visit my website. I work with most EAPs, and out-of-network and can support you with insurance questions for possible reimbursement.

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Are you are struggling with depression, anxiety, negative self-talk, a troublesome habit, social anxiety, relationship problems or a life transition? If you want to proactively make change in your life, with the support and understanding of a professional, I encourage you to look at my website. Together we will use an advanced form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, developed by Dr. David Burns (author of Feeling Good and When Panic Attacks). If you've read one of these books and liked the approach, it's likely our work together will be successful.

Are you looking for friendly support to gain clarity of your worries, challenges, values, needs and goals? I can help you gain a clearer understanding of your problem situation. I will walk alongside you with your struggles. I provide talk therapy and art therapy. I've found the following interventions to be particularly useful to students: Emotion Management Skills Training, Stress Management, and Effective Interpersonal Skills Training. I'm also certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and I speak Mandarin fluently. I greatly appreciate your courage to reach out for help for your problem situation. I look forward to hearing from you.

I am an LMFT (California License #34219) and I provide individual and couples psychotherapy. As a bilingual and bi-cultural person, I am particularly attuned to issues of transculturation and social context. Born and raised in South America with a background in Science and experience in hospital settings, I bring a unique sensitivity to working with people in a variety of environments. I have been in private practice for the last 13 years and my modality is eclectic while approaching sessions as partnership work with my clients.

My style is collaborative and client centered, with an emphasis client's strengths and unique abilities. My goal is to create a supportive, nurturing environment where clients feel comfortable being their full selves and exploring issues and challenges that may be blocking them from feeling fulfilled. In the first session, I make time for clients to tell me about themselves and what is bringing them into therapy. I strive to understand present challenges through a cultural lens, paying close attention to client's multiple identities (race/ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, religion, sexual orientation, ability status, age and nationality), current relationships, earlier experiences, life roles, goals and obstacles. I focus a great deal on who clients are in relationship to themselves and others, which includes an exploration of the impact of both past and present relationships in their life. This explorations helps to uncover core beliefs clients have about themselves, their values, and needs around connection. I also use my relationship with clients as a means to gain deeper insight into patterns emerging in the room which may also be evident outside of the therapy room. Finally, I explore the unique story(ies) clients are telling themselves about their life circumstances and, when necessary, rewrite portions of this story to be more congruent with the life a client desires, leading to greater authenticity and connection to the strengths and gifts they possess. I am aware that therapy should not use a "one size, fits all" approach, so I will be sure tailor therapy to client's specific needs and regularly check in about how the process is going, incorporating other interventions when necessary.

I view the therapeutic process as a brave space to access parts of ourselves that we want to grow and transform. My goal in working with clients is to provide a supportive environment that will cultivate an increased awareness of their needs, self compassion and understanding of who they are becoming. I prioritize a practice of anti-oppression, anti-racist values and trauma informed care in therapy sessions. Supervised by Shani Simon, LCSW 19008

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I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered/Board Certified Art Therapist with 20 years experience in the mental health field. I have worked with clients from varying backgrounds and along the full continuum of mental health care. I see clients on an individual basis and focus on increasing their coping skills, resiliency, and overall quality of life. I treat clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and eating disorders.

My therapeutic orientation is person-centered therapy, which means that I cares about your feelings and thoughts. In addition to my warm and caring style, I also bring in other techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness skills to help with shaping thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I have helped many clients improve coping skills to better manage their anxiety, anger, depression, as well as improving behaviors related to ADHD and Autism.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I specialize in seeing adults, children, and adolescents. I believe strongly in meeting clients where they are at and taking a collaborative approach to meeting the treatment goals of therapy. I know for some, it can be anxiety provoking to seek therapy, and I strive to create an environment that is warm and focused on the issues that matter to the client. I graduated from UC Berkeley with a BA in Sociology, and then went to Oxford University and got my Masters in Evidence Based Social Intervention. I then got my Masters in Clinical Psychology from SF State, and became a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in June of 2017. My orientation is psychodynamic, but I also believe that one size does not fit all, that it is important to tailor therapy to the needs of the client. I believe in the power of empathy, and I also provide direct feedback to clients. I have significant experience dealing with trauma.

I partner with my clients in a warm, supportive, non-judgmental, and safe environment, working to help them identify and achieve their goals. I infuse sessions with optimism, kindness, and a gentle sense of humor as we join together in creative problem-solving to work through difficult issues. I strive to help each client realize the full potential of his or her inner and outer resources for healing and personal growth. Each client’s therapy is unique, based upon his or her individual needs. I utilize a variety of techniques, including talk therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, creative visualization, and cognitive behavioral interventions. My therapeutic approach is empathetic, client-centered, strengths-based, and solution-focused; and my therapeutic understanding is based primarily on psychodynamic, developmental, object relations, attachment, and neurobiological models.

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I believe that psychotherapy is one of the best gifts you can give yourself. Whether you are interested in therapy in order to deal with challenges you have already identified in your life, or you are seeking therapy to connect to yourself, my aim is help you carve out a path and live a more meaningful life. Together we can work closely to deepen your understanding about your struggles and their underlying causes. I can provide you with a safe space to analyze your thought patterns and behaviors while supporting you through the process of making important changes in your life. I might be a good fit for you if you would like to (a) overcome feelings of depression and anxiety, and rediscover satisfaction and meaning in your life. (b) seek help to effectively navigate life transitions such as beginning of school, a new career or a new relationship. (c) improve your ability to connect with people and work on unhealthy relationship patterns. (d) process the impact of traumatic events on your life and build adaptive skills to cope with the effect of trauma. (e) deal with identity conflicts or explore issues pertaining to racial, cultural, ethnic identities.

My work with clients involves creating a comfortable and relaxed environment to allow for open and honest discussion about the very personal reasons why you are seeking therapy. I do not feel that one approach or intervention works with every person; that perspective takes away from our uniqueness and personal experiences. I do find that our early relationships often shape our world view and can sometimes lead to unhealthy lifestyle patterns. I employ an integrated, prescriptive approach that is tailored to the person seeking treatment. This usually involves incorporating evidence based interventions and best practice guidelines.

Welcome and congrats on taking the first step of researching therapists! I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with 8+ years of experience. I received my Master's Degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Chapman University College in 2011. My areas of focus include anxiety, relationship issues, and codependency. I especially enjoy helping empaths create healthy emotional boundaries with others. I live in West Sacramento with my husband and daughter. I am constantly striving to master that elusive work-home life balance. With that in mind, I continue to try to integrate more yoga, compassion, and mindfulness into my life. Like all of us, I am a work in progress. My main goal in life is to be a good person and to keep growing.

Therapy is a process that offers individuals the opportunity to expand their lives. I believe that a safe, and empathic therapeutic relationship is where much of our growth takes place. It is here that I intend to meet the clients' belief system and cultural identity to facilitate growth. I have had the opportunity to live and work on three continents and travel extensively, which often affords me a small window of experience into others' worlds. I will guide and empower you on your journey to learn to create change and experience your relationships and life transitions in a more productive and satisfying manner. We will work together in a self-directed growth process. To create change I believe in a holistic approach to therapy. My focus is the body, mind, spirit and its integration to create a balanced person and a fulfilling life. I have found over the years that utilizing a variety of approaches to gather information and connect with clients is most effective. We have different learning styles and because of this, to make the most of therapy, I work eclectically; e.g. family systems theory, cognitive, mind/body awareness; mindfulness, breathe work, yoga postures, etc. I recognize that each of us is unique with different needs in our therapeutic growth process.

College is an exciting time in life with many new opportunities. It is often a time when people get to make their own choices, explore new interests and meet new people. It can also be a time of uncertainty and change which can feel overwhelming. Balancing new responsibilities, living independently and creating a social group can be stressful. Students can often feel alone, isolated, and disconnected from others. I believe that everyone has a genuine need to feel valued and connected. I also believe that connection is the foundation in our lives. Exploring positive ways to cope with stress, understand emotions and build healthy connections is critical for success in college. I have over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, college students and adults. I worked on a college campus for 4 1/2 years helping students with life transitions, being the first in their family to attend college, social isolation, relationship conflicts, family difficulties, anxiety, OCD, depression, grief and loss, body image, eating disorders, LGBTQ, sexual assault, sexual abuse, PTSD and other trauma. I provide a safe and comfortable space for students to explore their concerns through the use of talk therapy, art, journaling, metaphors, guided imagery, and tools for managing their emotions and making positive changes in their lives.

When people are seeking a therapist they're looking for hope, they're looking for change, they're looking for answers to problems that have become confining for them. Sometimes it's their child whose behavioral choices have become too much to handle, sometimes it's a relationship with a spouse, or a future spouse, that needs some outside assistance or verification. I take the focus off the person and put it on the problem, and then I present alternative frameworks and solutions. I don't make the choice, you do; but I'll show you choices you might not have thought were available. I am an active therapist focused on success. You are not here to talk about your problems, you're here to solve them, and I understand that. I will help you reframe your individual, couple, family and parenting problems productively and then empower you with skills to solve them If you're looking for extra support through a challenging situation, ready to learn how to use your personal and relationship strengths to succeed, or just moving in a new direction and a little uncertain, I look forward to working with you to conquer your fears and achieve your goals. Call or email me for a free individual, couples or family therapy consultation today. I am available Saturdays as well as evenings to accommodate your schedule.

My primary specialties include treating trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and couple therapy. As a psychologist, I am committed to providing you with research-based treatments and empathic and compassionate care attuned to your needs. My specialties include helping you heal from a wide range of traumas, such as childhood abuse and bullying as well as loss of loved ones. Lack of resolution of these events can contribute to later symptoms of anxiety, depression, difficulty managing emotions and relationship conflict. I am a seasoned practitioner of cognitive behavior therapy, dialectal behavior therapy and EMDR. As a Certified EMDR Therapist, I provide consultation to other practitioners. I offer Emotion Focused Couple Therapy, another research-driven method, to help you develop the safety and closeness you may long for in your significant relationship. I look forward to helping you feel better and function at your best!

My approach is direct and goal-oriented. We will work together to develop a specific action plan to help you reach your goals. If you aren't sure where to get started, I will help you evaluate what is working and what isn't so you can make positives change in your life. I offer in-office and telehealth therapy.

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Hello, I am Judy Moore. I bring an exciting range of life experience and professional training to the therapy room. Having been raised in a bi-cultural, European, minority driven household with persons with disabilities, I grew up treasuring diversity and holding respect for each person’s uniqueness. I am aware that I learned my greatest lessons from people most different from me and openly try to create an environment in which you can explore who intrinsically you are. I honor the stories and narrations you share with me in therapy and believe that the slow formation of trust between you and me creates a sacred ground for healing. Through that relationship built on trust and respect, you will find a way to more confidently navigate your life in a calmer way. I specialize in exploring core issues that have a profound influence on the way you think, feel and behave throughout your life and in your relationships. With a loving heart and gentle prompting, my goal is to help guide you to a life of greater ease and comfort that feels more fulfilling. I am committed to helping you grow in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Throughout the course of my career, I have trained at numerous clinics and agencies that serve children, families, and adults—working both individually and with groups. Before becoming a psychotherapist, I worked as a Registered Nurse. My nursing experience informs my therapeutic practice. Bodies matter. I’ve learned to listen deeply to what comes up in our bodies as well as in our minds. Tending the whole person is essential to our flourishing. Yoga, running, dancing, meditation, and other forms of body work is essential for integrating our human experience and achieving wholeness. For the past fifteen years, I’ve worked in private practice with adults—individually and in group therapy. In addition to my private practice, I founded the first perinatal mental heath conference, focusing medical and mental health professionals in the Central Valley on the struggles women face in and around childbirth. I have a particular interest in the transitions we face. College students, the newly married, divorced, widowed, retired, those facing job loss, financial instability, parenting issues, illnesses, and relational challenges—all find themselves struggling to find stable ground. These are moments, not only of often-bewildering transition, but of the possibility of transformational change and for finding new ways to flourish in life, love, and work. Often people come to me who are not in transition, but find themselves feeling flat, disconnected, and longing to feel alive, vibrant, and engaged, but not knowing how to get there. In therapy, we not only work with self-care strategies, but we also learn to listen deeply to what’s going on inside you—the dark, the light, and the longing that can lead you toward transformation. My Approach . . . Begin the journey . . . Experiencing vitality, a sense of meaning, worthiness, belonging, and empowerment is core to a life well lived. But that doesn’t mean these things are automatic or come easily. Life is a journey. And with this journey comes an invitation into wholeness. Over the course of our lives things happen to us that hurt us, bewilder us, and hold us from the flourishing life we desire for ourselves and the relationships that give us value, the work that gives us meaning, and the interests that give us a sense of wellbeing. Listen deeply . . . Everyone of us has experienced some kind of challenge, small or big, that impacts our journey, frustrates our goals, and affects our sense of aliveness. Depression, stress, anxiety, relational problems, addictions, shame, and confusion can bring us to the point of realizing that we want and need to change. This is what relational psychotherapy is about. Therapy can help you explore who you are and how your experiences affect your sense of wellbeing. You can learn to love yourself, live authentically, enjoy healthier relationships, and contribute meaningfully to your community. Heal and grow . . . Therapy can help you flourish in life, love, and work. If you’re experiencing distress or struggling with a transition in your life or if you simply want to grow as a human being, therapy can help. Call me, we can explore how therapy may be the next step in your journey.

Dr. Chelsea Neumann is double board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in General Psychiatry as well as Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. She specializes in the treatment of adolescents and young adults, and has experience working with people of all ages. Dr. Neumann practices using an integrative psychiatry model which incorporates the biological, psychological and social factors that contribute to the health and well-being of the whole person. While some of her clients will decide that psychiatric medications are a helpful tool for their emotional growth, others will work with her to develop a wellness plan without medications, depending on their own personal needs. Dr. Neumann provides detailed discussions and recommendations for clients to choose their own path to recovery, encouraging autonomy and confidence along the way. Dr. Neumann is accepting new patients using only Telehealth video during the COVID-19 pande

I work from a feminist therapy and multicultural framework and always consider the larger cultural forces and structures that impact both mental and physical health. My main interest is assisting clients in living more fulfilling and balanced lives both mentally and physically. I create space for reflection, where you can be yourself and explore what you want to understand, achieve, or overcome. We then work on taking action that will move you towards living a more fulfilling, healthy and happy life. I am engaged and interactive and like to be goal focused in our sessions. We can work in a traditional office setting or discuss setting up outdoors active therapy sessions. My main interest is assisting clients in living more fulfilling and balanced lives mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I create space for reflection, where you can be yourself and explore what you want to understand, achieve, or overcome. We then work on taking action that will move you towards living a more fulfilling, healthy and happy life.

Sometimes life throws a curve ball. Whether you're trying to make sense of past experiences or wanting to improve the quality of your relationships, good support can make all the difference. Together, we'll explore the things that have impacted you and discover what you find most meaningful. We'll look at what's been stumping you, while also highlighting your strengths in order to bring more vitality and deeper connection into your life. I'm a highly trained, deeply empathic Couples and Family Therapist with focal interests in women's issues, couples counseling, sex therapy, and infertility. I am committed to helping people navigate challenging journeys; and actively advocate for personal well being, positive self image, and healthy interpersonal relationships. If you're ready to take a look at some things that might be holding you back from the life you want, let's talk. Some midweek and evening hours still available.

The specific therapeutic approach varies depending upon the individual needs, personality, and requirements each clients. My background in private practice is in the areas of individual and couples therapies. Additionally, I have done extensive crisis intervention work over the years in a variety of public and private settings.

I help clients identify the underlying beliefs shaping their lives and decide if these beliefs are serving them. Beliefs like: "My parents will only love me if I become a doctor" or "I don't know which path to choose so I won't choose one at all." We then decide if these beliefs are serving them or if they'd like to create new ones, such as: "I know my parents will love me if I change majors" or "I trust that whichever path I choose will teach me a lot." Identifying underlying beliefs allows clients agency over their stories, and often reveals peripheral addictions (such as overeating or overdrinking) that have been used to buffer. Clients often experience improvement of these addictive tendencies as well.

My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative and relational; that is to say: I value and emphasize our working relationship and your intuitive sense of what is helpful to you and what is not. It is important to me that you feel accepted, heard, and understood in your experience. My therapeutic style could also be described as strengths-based, meaning I am attentive to your strengths; I highlight and reinforce my clients' strengths and help you build on them. Additionally, I work to be transparent with my clients and support your understanding of the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment process. My hope is to support you in gaining the insight, skills, courage, and confidence to take steps toward healing and more fulfillment in your life. I incorporate Person-Centered Counseling, concepts and skills from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and the Seeking Safety curriculum, values exploration, and Motivational Interviewing into my work with clients. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families, and I am passionate about supporting clients working through trauma, grief and loss, addiction and substance use concerns, chronic pain, illness, health concerns, and life transitions. As of Summer 2023, I am only offering Telehealth therapy via secure videocall and hope to provide in-person services by the fall; please see my website for updates.

Dr. Shane Saenz (pronounced"Signs") is a Clinical and Sport Psychologist who has been providing mental health services since 2013. Dr. Saenz has experience working with people from all backgrounds, including treating adults, adolescents, children, families, and athletes, having worked in various settings, such as correctional facilities, university counseling centers, and private practice. He also completed specialized training in Sport Psychology at UC Davis Student Health & Counseling Services (SHCS), where he provided comprehensive services in SHCS, as well as Inter-Collegiate Athletics (ICA). Dr. Saenz has received training at some of the country’s most rigorous institutions. He received his BA in Psychology from UC Santa Cruz; M.Ed. in Counseling (Sport Psychology emphasis) from Boston University; and his Psy.D. from the University of Denver Graduate School of Professional Psychology. During his internship and post-doctoral residency at UC Davis SHCS as a member of the Sport Psychology team, he specialized in the treatment of athletes through individual mental health services; individual performance consultations; group workshops and performance meetings; and consultations with coaches and various ICA staff. He also co-led groups on Eating Disorders as well as mindful meditation. Currently, he is in private practice in Davis, CA and a Staff Psychologist II at the University of the Pacific (UOP) Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Dr. Saenz supervises residents in clinical psychology and sport psychology. Dr. Saenz approaches treatment from an integrative theory, incorporating aspects of psychodynamic, contextual behaviorism, mindfulness and family systems perspective. He additionally includes values and a multicultural lens and is seasoned in the treatment of a range of difficulties including, but not limited to depression, anxiety, PTSD, learning disabilities, and grief/loss in adolescents and adults. He is a lifelong learner and practitioner who is passionate about mental health, philosophy, psychology.

I believe therapy is an effective and powerful resource for healing and growth. Let go of unhelpful coping patterns that no longer serve you and keep you feeling stuck. Sometimes the unknown can make you feel anxious, but staying in that difficult place prevents you from opening yourself to greater possibilities. I am supportive but will certainly challenge you in working through unhelpful coping and thinking habits so you can create a life that is more authentic and meaningful to you. I feel honored to help facilitate individuals through their healing and growth process. I specialize in anxiety disorders, OCD, self-esteem, depression, stress, trauma/PTSD, and food and body image issues. I've worked in various treatment settings for both anxiety and eating disorders including Partial Hospitalization Programs and Intensive Outpatient Programs.

Hello students! My name is Jon Schlinger. I work with individuals struggling with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, attachment difficulties/trauma, interpersonal/relationship concerns, personal growth, loneliness/isolation, grief/loss, gender identity, sexual orientation, men's issues, work/school challenges, self-esteem, and identity concerns. In our work together, I value helping you improve your relationship with yourself and others, helping you connect with your emotions at a deeper level, expanding your creativity, and improving your ability to live more fully in the present. Focus of sessions is often on present moment interactions between the two of us as a means for insight and growth. I look forward to hearing from you!