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27 years as a clinical social worker has taught me that finding the right therapist is like trying on a pair of shoes. It has to b...
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27 years as a clinical social worker has taught me that finding the right therapist is like trying on a pair of shoes. It has to be the right fit for you to start the journey ...
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Who might be a good fit for Steven?
Clients facing concerns such as depression, mood disorders, or transitional life challenges may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Steven Sherry. His strength-based approach emphasizes not only addressing difficulties but also expanding the sources of joy and resilience in daily life, creating a supportive space for adolescents and adults alike.
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Mayra is a a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner focusing in medication management for adults. She treats major psychia...
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Mayra is a a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner focusing in medication management for adults. She treats major psychiatric conditions that include depression, anxi...
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Who might be a good fit for Mayra?
Clients seeking structured support for managing mood disorders or looking to improve their overall mental health through medication and therapy might consider working with Mayra Koedam. She combines medication management with evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-focused treatments to address complex psychiatric conditions in adults.
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Emily Sharaf is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over eight years of experience supporting adults navigating t...
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Emily Sharaf is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over eight years of experience supporting adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, an...
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Who might be a good fit for Emily?
Emily Sharaf may support individuals who want to explore healing from trauma through a trauma-informed, psychodynamic lens. Her work integrates approaches that focus on nervous system regulation and relational patterns, providing a safe space for clients to increase self-awareness and reconnect with their resilience.
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Hello, my name is Yesenia Segovia, with an LCSW based in California. I really value listening, being a warm presence, bringing a ...
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Hello, my name is Yesenia Segovia, with an LCSW based in California. I really value listening, being a warm presence, bringing a sense of calm, understanding where you're com...
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Who might be a good fit for Yesenia?
Yesenia Segovia may align well with adults who are working through issues such as anxiety, life transitions, or challenges related to parenting and self-esteem. She creates a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients can feel heard and supported, using strength-based and solution-focused approaches to empower meaningful change.
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Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Registered Art Therapist based in California. I have been practicin...
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Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Registered Art Therapist based in California. I have been practicing for 18 years with an array of populations a...
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Who might be a good fit for Ingrid?
Ingrid Jimenez may be a good match for people navigating anxiety, depression, or relational challenges who prefer a strength-based and culturally sensitive framework. She integrates approaches that honor clients’ diverse backgrounds and personal values, including faith, while supporting growth through practical coping skills and meaningful self-exploration.
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Hello. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I received my Masters degree from California State University,...
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Hello. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I received my Masters degree from California State University, Long Beach and have over 15 years of experie...
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Who might be a good fit for Ana?
Ana Gutierrez may support individuals who want to explore emotional well-being through a trauma-focused and cognitive behavioral therapy-informed lens. She works with young people, adults, and families to help them understand how their feelings, thoughts, and actions interconnect, which can be especially helpful for those dealing with anxiety, depression, or challenges related to school and foster care.
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Festus Obonna, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who provides comprehensive, eviden...
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Festus Obonna, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who provides comprehensive, evidence-based care to adults in outpatient and tel...
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Who might be a good fit for Festus?
Those managing concerns related to anxiety, depression, or ADHD may appreciate the methods Festus Obonna incorporates into his practice. He focuses on thoughtful medication management combined with collaborative, patient-centered care that respects each individual’s goals and cultural background.
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Azor Khan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over a decade of experience supporting individuals through anxie...
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Azor Khan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over a decade of experience supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life stress...
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Who might be a good fit for Azor?
Azor Khan may be a good match for people navigating anxiety, depression, or trauma who prefer a cognitive-behavioral therapy framework. He draws on extensive experience supporting individuals facing deep struggles like low self-esteem and past abuse, offering a compassionate space to build coping skills and confidence.
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Venita Ninemire, APN is a caring and skilled practitioner, certified in both family practice and in psychiatry and mental health. ...
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Venita Ninemire, APN is a caring and skilled practitioner, certified in both family practice and in psychiatry and mental health. Venita has over 7 years of practice experienc...
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Who might be a good fit for Venita?
People experiencing anxiety or those wanting to strengthen coping skills could benefit from Venita Ninemire’s focused therapeutic work. Her compassionate approach integrates evidence-based methods like CBT and mindfulness to support individuals and families managing the complexities of mental health across the lifespan.
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Carolyn Kennedy-Anderson, MA, LPC, CPC-S, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting individ...
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Carolyn Kennedy-Anderson, MA, LPC, CPC-S, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and youth through li...
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Who might be a good fit for Carolyn?
Individuals or couples navigating anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Carolyn Anderson. Her warm, collaborative style, grounded in approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, supports clients in taking small, meaningful steps toward lasting change.
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Erika Altobelli is a licensed clinical social worker with advanced practice skills in logotherapy, motivational interviewing, the ...
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Erika Altobelli is a licensed clinical social worker with advanced practice skills in logotherapy, motivational interviewing, the Unified Protocol and Dialectal Behavior Thera...
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Who might be a good fit for Erika?
People experiencing anxiety or those wanting to strengthen their ability to navigate life transitions could benefit from Erika Altobelli’s focused therapeutic work. She integrates approaches like logotherapy and motivational interviewing to help clients build resilience while addressing symptoms of depression, grief, and other challenges with empathy and practical strategies.
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Bayo Owens is a dedicated Doctor of Nursing Practice and Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with profoun...
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Bayo Owens is a dedicated Doctor of Nursing Practice and Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with profound knowledge of ADHD, Bipolar, Anxiety, Depres...
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Who might be a good fit for Bayo?
People seeking clarity around managing mental health conditions or support navigating life transitions may find Bayo Owens’ approach fitting. His background in crisis intervention and holistic care, combined with experience in both psychotherapy and medication management, supports adults facing challenges such as anxiety, ADHD, and depression.
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Christina Gentry, LMFT is a licensed marriage and family therapist who supports adults navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, relatio...
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Christina Gentry, LMFT is a licensed marriage and family therapist who supports adults navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship challenges, and women’s mental health...
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Who might be a good fit for Christina?
Christina Gentry may be well-suited to individuals who value integrative, holistic therapy in managing anxiety, stress, and relationship concerns. Her approach blends evidence-based methods like CBT and mindfulness with attention to physical and nutritional wellness, supporting clients in building resilience and balanced habits.
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Shanekka Brown-Johnson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a background in counseling psychology and over a de...
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Shanekka Brown-Johnson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a background in counseling psychology and over a decade of experience supporting diverse and und...
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Who might be a good fit for Shanekka?
People experiencing addiction-related challenges and looking for a therapist with experience in culturally responsive, healing-centered care might consider Shanekka Brown-johnson’s style of support. Her collaborative approach incorporates evidence-based methods like CBT and ACT, creating a safe and affirming space particularly for BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and marginalized clients.
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Jessica Marthaller is a non-judgmental, dedicated therapist adept at helping individuals navigate some of life’s toughest hurdle...
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Jessica Marthaller is a non-judgmental, dedicated therapist adept at helping individuals navigate some of life’s toughest hurdles. With expertise in depression, anxiety, tra...
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Who might be a good fit for Jessica?
Individuals navigating challenges like depression, anxiety, or trauma may find support through the approach used by Jessica Marthaller. She creates a warm, non-judgmental space that emphasizes genuine connection and uses a variety of evidence-based methods to help clients build coping skills and foster healing.
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FitzGerald Ajoku is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience supporting adults through trauma, anxiety, ...
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FitzGerald Ajoku is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience supporting adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, a...
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Who might be a good fit for Fitzgerald?
FitzGerald Ajoku may support individuals who want to explore healing from trauma and anxiety through a trauma-informed, cognitive-behavioral lens. His culturally sensitive and client-centered approach creates a space for adults facing depression, grief, or relationship challenges to build on their strengths with patience and authenticity.
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Kelly Felton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience supporting individuals through crisis, life transitions, and per...
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Kelly Felton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience supporting individuals through crisis, life transitions, and personal growth. With a background in hospital s...
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Who might be a good fit for Kelly?
Kelly Felton may be a good match for people navigating anxiety, depression, or addiction who prefer a strengths-based, practical framework. Her calm and present approach, informed by crisis intervention and motivational interviewing, offers steady support especially for those facing life transitions or seeking a clear path toward stability and self-awareness.
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Dr. Catherine Purser is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals through l...
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Dr. Catherine Purser is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges. She specializes in treati...
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Who might be a good fit for Catherine?
Catherine Purser may align well with adults who are working through issues such as anxiety, depression, or family conflict. Her experience across diverse clinical settings and use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy offers a structured approach that can support older adults and individuals facing complex mental health challenges.
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Kimberly Berbena is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and Texas. She has worked in the mental health field fo...
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Kimberly Berbena is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and Texas. She has worked in the mental health field for over 13 years and have had a diverse experi...
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Who might be a good fit for Kimberly?
Clients in need of guidance around managing ADHD, anxiety, or addiction could benefit from Kimberly Berbena’s approach. She tailors therapy to each person’s unique needs, drawing from a variety of evidence-based methods to support individuals, families, and groups as they work toward meaningful change.
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I am Dr. Conni Rush, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with more than 20 years of experience working with adults and adol...
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I am Dr. Conni Rush, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with more than 20 years of experience working with adults and adolescents. I have a background working in a var...
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Who might be a good fit for Conni?
Conni Rush may align well with adults who are working through issues such as anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Her integrative and pragmatic approach, which draws from therapies like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness, supports individuals in exploring their values while developing practical tools for growth and resilience.
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