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Therapists for college students near 94117

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Clara Mackinlay
Pre-Licensed Professional
Pasadena, CA

Feeling triggered, dissociated, anxious, or stuck in patterns like people-pleasing or avoidance? Lost, confused, or frustrated as you navigate big questions about your identity, relationships, or future? You don’t have to figure it all out alone—I’m here to help. Your 20s are tough—full of transitions, uncertainty, and unexpected challenges. It can feel like a lot to handle on your own, but with the right support, you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind. I specialize in helping emerging adults like you navigate this transformative decade. My approach is holistic and inclusive, and I have expertise in supporting individuals who have experienced trauma. I go beyond traditional talk therapy by incorporating a somatic approach, which helps you tune into what your body is holding onto. This not only alleviates symptoms like anxiety and depression but also helps you feel safer in your body, build confidence, uncover unconscious emotions and beliefs, set healthy boundaries, communicate effectively, and cultivate healthier relationships. Together, we’ll work to reduce overwhelm, boost focus and energy, and help you feel more alive, creative, and connected.

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Patricia Orozco
Marriage & Family Therapist
Elk Grove, CA

Great to meet you! As a trauma-informed therapist, I'm passionate about helping people navigate the deep impacts of trauma, anxiety, and depression. I understand how overwhelming it can feel to carry the weight of painful experiences while trying to function in daily life. I believe healing happens not by "fixing" people, but by reconnecting you with your inner strength and resilience. Whether you're struggling with persistent anxiety, feelings of sadness, or the lasting effects of trauma, I will tailor each session to your unique needs and pace.

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Unfiltered Therapy
Group practice
Los Alamitos, CA

Please visit my profile to learn more about my services.

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Nita Prasad
Marriage & Family Therapist
Fremont, CA

Compassionate and insightful psychotherapy provided over video in the comfort of your own home to individuals, couples, families. I specialize in dealing with chronic illnesses, mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety, life transitions such as divorce, loss of loved ones and others. Therapy provided in other languages such as Hindi, Punjabi as well.

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Melissa Briseno-Vasquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Beverly Hills, CA

Hi, I’m Melissa, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma-focused therapy. I believe healing begins when we feel truly seen, heard, and supported. At The Reflection Room, I offer a calm, non-judgmental space where you can move through difficult memories at your own pace. I support individuals healing from childhood and relationship trauma, PTSD and complex trauma, anxiety, shame, and patterns rooted in the past. My approach is gentle, grounding, and centered on helping you understand your story.

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Cura Integrative Health
Clinic or agency
Los Gatos, CA

Cura Integrative Health provides psychotherapy to college students and adults in the area who are struggling with anxiety, low mood, lack of motivation, relationship struggles, and ADHD symptom management. Our highly trained therapists are ready to meet you in person at our office walkable from Santa Clara University or virtually if that is your preference. You can reach out to our Clinical Director, Jenna Sholl, LMFT. Jenna Sholl, LMFT info@curaintegrativehealth.com

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Rolan Dillard LCSW
Psychiatrist
The Woodlands, TX

Rolan is a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), licensed in the states of California and Texas. What is an LCSW and what can he do for you? He is a mental health professional authorized to assess, diagnose, and treat individuals of all ages and economic groups who may be experiencing mental, emotional, and behavioral issues. His therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based practices delivered ethically and non-judgmentally. His work with you will draw on multiple perspectives. You can expect the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (CBT), Mindfulness work, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Person Centered Therapy. Effective therapy is tailored to the individual's needs. It recognizes the essential element to effective therapy is a trusting, open and honest individual-therapist relationship.

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Olivia Laing Harrington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Los Angeles, CA

I specialize in anxiety, depression, body image issues, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder & college adjustment/ academic stress. My therapeutic approach is practical and flexible, grounded in psychodynamic psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and exposure therapy. I find that people often assume that they “should” know how to approach therapy. In reality, the process may not be quite so simple and may feel confusing. Thus, I frequently have conversations with my clients about how to use sessions and ongoing dialogues about our work together.

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Melisa Santacruz
Marriage & Family Therapist
Pasadena, CA

“What’s next?” is often a question we ask ourselves when we feel stuck, lost, disconnected, grieving, or navigating life’s changes. I am here to help you explore those uncertain and unfamiliar places. My goal is to create a safe, calm, and compassionate space where you feel truly seen and heard, so you can move forward in your personal growth journey. Healing can feel scary and uncertain, an it can also be deeply empowering and rewarding. You don’t have to do it alone. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with years of experience in mental health and child development. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families, supporting them in their journey toward healing and empowerment.

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Network WellBeing™
Treatment program
San Diego, CA

Hello, how are you doing today?.. Network WellBeing™ supports your desire to heal, grow and pay it forward. Are you creative, kind and conscientious, but struggle to cope with life's demands?.. See what you think about new era mental health. Perhaps we can help.. > Did you know that trauma-informed psychology is a science? Integrative psychology is a new wave blend of disciplines like neuroscience, nurture-creative-brain, lifestyle medicine, epigenetic science and evidence-based psychology to support mental health from the inside out. > Did you know that a psychologist can design your personal self-care schedule, dopamine productivity guide, Gut-Brain Axis anxiety treatment, or custom sleep hygiene routine? An integrative medical psychologist can help! > Students and career-seekers with mental health issues, neurodivergence and chronic stress intolerance benefit from specialized support over general mental healthcare. Cookie-cutter care is a thing of the past. Personalized mental health and wellness that is science-based and holistic offers the best strategy for optimal health and wellbeing. > Compassionate, trauma-informed and evidence-based care delivered by a seasoned psychologist is the difference between hitting target goals and wandering aimlessly from visit to visit with minimal progress. That's a difference of about 6-12 months. > Students can expect an integrative, mind-body-psyche approach with practical lifestyle tools and deliverance from perfectionism, procrastination, analysis paralysis or other toxic stress-related barriers to learning, health, relationships and life's demands. > You're in good hands! Students from all walks of life aiming to build a sustainable life with confidence and integrity are welcomed. > All communication is HIPAA-secured and confidential. > Student discounts from 25-40% off year around. > Active military and veteran discount 50% off year around. TRICARE-affiliated for quick reimbursement using MIL form. We can help you complete it during the visit. *Spanish-Speaking Doctors *Neurodiverse-Affirmative-Ally *Testing Accommodation Letters *Competitive Academic & Career Planning *Science-Based Productivity Aids for PTSD, ADHD & TBI

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Krystyl Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Los Angeles, CA

Krystyl Wright, LCSW is clinical psychotherapist with over 12 years of experience working with individuals and couples with acute stressors and those overcoming challenges. Krystyl's therapeutic approach is never about providing answers but helping clients get the answers they need by holding space for self-exploration and teaching skills to navigate life freely. Krystyl specializes in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist client's in using skills/ techniques to decrease their suffering a get to a life worth living 365.

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Patricia Deignan
Licensed Professional Counselor
San Diego, CA

Thanks for your interest. If you're feeling stuck, stressed out, not feeling or being your usual self, you've made the right step in reaching out. It takes courage to reach out since the thought of needing help can feel anxiety producing but that usually goes away and you'll be glad you did. Learning how to cope with stress, stressful people and situations is what I do best. Whether it's collaborating to find a solution, facing your fears, or a finding a way to reduce the symptoms that your sources of stress are causing, we can make a difference. Thanks for letting me help you make the difference you need.

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Cynthia Viera, Ph.D., LPCC
Licensed Professional Counselor
UPLAND, CA

I am a licensed professional counselor in California, Arizona, Texas and New Mexico. Currently, I am doing remote counseling only. I have experience in trauma, anxiety, grief/loss, addiction, anger management and life transitions. I am multi-culturally sensitive and LGBTQIA+ affirming. I was born in El Paso, Texas and both my parents are Mexican-American. I am bilingual Spanish/English. I moved to California in 2021 after living in Arizona for 30 years where I was faculty at Phoenix College teaching Psychology, Sociology and Women's Studies. I have Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology (ASU) and an MA in Counseling (OU). I believe life is not about the destination but about the journey. Sometimes we run into rough spots along the way. Let me walk beside you for a while until you get past the rough spots and are able to continue on your own. Counseling is a process that you control by telling me what you want to accomplish and then we work together to get there. Sharing your story with a stranger is sometimes hard. I want to be your ally in therapy and provide a safe space where you can talk and be yourself without fear of judgment. I promise to be honest with you and support you as you explore who you are and who you want to be. I will work to earn your trust and to shine a light on the road ahead as we travel.

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Moxie Family Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional
Tustin, CA

I know how scary it can feel to start your therapy journey and find a therapist who fits your needs. Let me help you find comfort and hope through our work together. For adults struggling with anxieties or new life transitions we focus on finding ways to handle in the moment situations and understand the underlying feelings. I can be your guide on your personal therapy journey. I take a collaborative approach to help you set and reach goals. Together we can make sense of your individual experience in life. We can balance the silly and serious moments to make therapy more enjoyable for you.   I am available for both in-person or Telehealth sessions. Please reach out if you are interested in getting started!

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Rhonda Mason
Psychologist
Long Beach, CA

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A Place To Turn
Pre-Licensed Professional
Westlake Village, CA

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e-volve therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist
San Jose, CA

Whether you are feeling stuck, in a transition, or seeking support to heal previous trauma's that are holding you back to evolving from your best self, I am here to support and guide you. Maybe life threw you a curve ball or treated you unfairly, or you just want a space to grow as an individual. Regardless of your circumstances, I am here to hear and heal from your story. Your story deserves to be heard! I provide tele-therapy services for those who live in California using a HIPPA compliant platform and I currently have availability for in person therapy in Campbell, CA. I also am EMDR trained and currently receiving supervision to become certified. I currently have openings on Tuesday-Friday between 4:30 - 7:30pm for tele-therapy services.

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Aly Mallon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
San Jose, CA

There is always HOPE! When you walk out of my office my hope is that you leave with tangible skills, suggestions and a plan to try in real life. While the therapy session is a time of opening up and finding some answers, the real work is done out side of your sessions! My aim is that you walk out feeling supported, equipped and hopeful that change is possible. I never want people to feel stuck in therapy either, my goal is to work with you until you feel ready to tackle life on your own, I feel it's my job to work myself out of a job :) I always remain available after we've completed therapy for check in's or for email exchanges, but I want you to start therapy with the end goal in mind!!!! Please reach out to discuss your particular needs.

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Kaila Martin, AMFT with Aligned Psychology Group
Pre-Licensed Professional
San Luis Obispo, CA

Currently prioritizing preteen, teen, and couple referrals! I believe that everyone has a story and that you are an expert of your lived experience. I enjoy working with preteens, teens, adults, and couples by helping them navigate the complexities of relational distress, trauma, and anxiety. I use trauma-informed approaches, including narrative therapy, internal family systems therapy (IFS), eye-motor desensitization therapy (EMDR), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), emotion-focused therapy (EFT), Gottman, and exposure response prevention (ERP). Every client that I work with is provided collaborative and trauma-informed therapy, and each session is tailored to their specific preferences. In my work with couples, I use EFT and Gottman interventions to help partners better understand each other, reduce unhelpful cycles, and build skills that support a stronger, more connected relationship. With each of my clients, I prioritize providing safe, compassionate, and collaborative therapy tailored to their needs as there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. Together, we explore patterns, emotions, and experiences in a way that feels mindful and supportive of your pace. My goal is for you to feel seen, heard, and valued.

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Amy Goodson
Pre-Licensed Professional
Martinez, CA

College can feel like a rollercoaster, exciting one moment and overwhelming the next. Many of the students I work with are juggling the pressures of academics, relationships, and figuring out their future. You might be feeling stressed, stuck, or like you're falling behind, but you're not alone. I provide a safe, supportive space to help you sort through these challenges, build confidence, and find balance. Together, we'll work on making college and life feel a little less heavy and a lot more manageable.

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