Therapists in California

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and families. I specialize in helping clients navigate stress and anxiety, resolve family conflicts, heal from trauma and abuse, and build motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe you are the expert of your own story, and within you lies the strength to overcome the challenges you face. My role is to guide and support you in uncovering those strengths and finding solutions that align with your unique needs. Taking the step to begin therapy is a courageous decision, and I commend you for prioritizing your well-being. I am here to provide a safe, compassionate, and empowering space for your journey toward growth and healing.

I am licensed in California with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & anger management. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I've been licensed in California for over 3 decades supporting individuals, couples, groups, children in play therapy, and entire families - across the life span (ages 3 - 83). Each of us has patterns/themes that express or describe how we experience ourselves, others, our culture, the world. I'm grateful to help clients discover those, entirely as a collaborative process of exploration. My approach, therefore, is client-centered, cognitive-behavioral with a touch of Jungian perspective, family systems and mindfulness - oriented. My professional history includes employment as Intake Coordinator/case manager and therapist in a sub-acute care facility, individual - couples - group - family therapist on multi-disciplinary teams in outpatient, school and residential care settings; working with teams of psychiatrists, social service agencies such as Children’s Services, County Mental Health, Juvenile Justice system/Probation, and within educational settings - both public and private schools. I'm a uniquely practical yet holistic person with a wide-angle lens, big-picture approach to supporting individuals, couples, and families on the path to greater social and emotional health. My goal, always, is to enliven clients' perspective to experience relief and stronger skills to deal with stress/anxiety, depression, relationship issues at home and in their employment/professional lives, trauma and abuse, & parenting issues within the home environment, as well as with their children's educational needs at school. I'm totally at home with online tele-therapy, and your time with me offers an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happy life; and to take the first steps towards decisions you will personally make towards Change. I am absolutely with you, to support these steps in practical and measurable ways. Welcome!

Dr. Mary Holtom is a licensed clinical psychologist in California. Dr. Holtom received her graduate degree from Rosemead School of Psychology and her undergraduate degree from Azusa Pacific University. Dr. Holtom’s training and experience has been in a variety of settings, including: nonprofit, inpatient rehab center, outpatient community mental health centers, a university counseling center, and online therapy. Given her background, she has experience in assisting adults from various backgrounds in gaining knowledge about their mental health and moving forward towards their goals in life. Dr. Holtom believes that the relationship between client and therapist is important and allows for a collaborative process in assisting the patient achieve a better quality of life. With the assistance of the therapist, clients are capable of finding solutions and not continuing their same patterns that are no longer effective. Dr. Holtom’s approach to therapy utilizes Mindfulness Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques, balancing between a present-moment focus and gaining insight on one’s past in order to move forward into the future. Additionally, Dr. Holtom also uses Acceptance and Commitment therapy techniques to assist patients in making effective life changes. License: PSY31334

I am a clinical social worker in Kansas with over 10 years of experience. I have experience working with children and families in their homes on a multitude of challenges such as substance abuse, parenting issues, stress management, organizational issues, ADHD, and relationship problems. I also have experience working with the geriatric population with issues such as adjustment, loss of independence, depression and anxiety. My clinical approach is a combined approach of mostly solution focused and cognitive behavioral therapies. I present a relaxed environment and encourage humor and honesty. It is my goal to treat all my clients respectfully and have an open mind to all lifestyles and beliefs. I encourage my clients to be self aware and goal oriented.

I am licensed in California with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq+ related issues, trauma and abuse, & anger management. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and you can feel good in taking this first step.

I am licensed clinical social worker residing in California with 29 years of professional work experience. I grew up in New York and moved to California 24 years ago. I have a masters degree n social work, a pupil personnel credential in school social work, and specialize in working with children and their families in all challenges that arise in their lives. I look at the biopsychosocial model and provide a safe place to discuss any issues that may arise in your daily life. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, parenting issues, and motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with concentration, memory and focus (ADHD). I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I look forward to meeting you and helping you through this difficult time no matter how big or small the issue may seem.

I am a licensed Clinical Neuropsychologist, Health Psychologist, and Military Psychologist with 10 years of experience and a Doctorate of Clinical (Health) Psychology, who takes a neuroscience approach to behavior. I specialize in severe mental illness, including depression, anxiety, trauma, medical illness adjustment, and eating disorders and related issues (i.e. behavioral management of diabetes and weight-loss). I also specialize in neurocognitive disorders, including ADHD, traumatic and acquired brain injuries, and memory disorders of advancing age, dementia, and other neurodegenerative diseases. I work from a biopsychosocial orientation and believe in identifying purpose and meaning in life in order to overcome personal challenges, while helping you address biological causes to your behaviors and emotions. I adjust treatment based on individual differences, with a respect for personal needs and culture, and value your ability to become autonomous and independent in life enroute to your own personal definition of self-actualization. Doing so requires acknowledging your past psychological influences and decisions, their impact on your present state, and an appreciation of how these factors can influence your physical and psychological health in the future.

I am licensed in California with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I’m a licensed therapist in California with seven years of experience helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. My passion lies in supporting clients as they work through stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, struggles with motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and depression. I also specialize in helping individuals cope with significant life changes and transitions. In our work together, my priority is to create a warm, open, and safe environment where you can express yourself freely without fear of judgment. I firmly believe that every person has the strength within them to heal, grow, and thrive. My role is to walk alongside you, offering tools, insights, and support as you unlock that potential. Deciding to seek therapy is a brave and empowering step. It shows a willingness to prioritize your well-being and embrace personal growth. If you’re here, it means you’re already taking that first, courageous step toward change, and for that, I deeply commend you. Remember, it’s okay to feel uncertain or even nervous about this process it’s all part of the journey. Together, we can work to address your challenges, build resilience, and foster a deeper sense of self-worth and confidence. You deserve to feel empowered, valued, and at peace, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. Let’s take this journey toward healing and self-discovery together.