Therapists in California

My name is Deborah Sterling and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California. I graduated from California State University, San Bernardino with a Master's Degree in Social Work with an emphasis on child welfare. I worked over 20 years with children and families involved in the foster care system. I also have experience working with teens and adults in a therapeutic setting. I practice supportive therapy influenced by Cognitive Behavioral Theory. I utilize various modalities including traditional talk therapy. I have a broad range of experience in knowledge including but not limited to Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Child Development, Adolescents, Family Therapy, and Individual Therapy.

I utilize Solution Focused, Dialectic, EMDR reducing vivid, unwanted, repeated thoughts, panic, urges and anxiety. I specializes in helping adults, children, and teens manage mood, parenting challenges, anxiety, parent-child, and parent-teen relationships challenges. My style is respectful, interactive and dynamic. I loves to play, use art, puppets, storytelling with children from 4 to 99. Building rapport quickly such that we can move you toward your goals of healing and improvement of the quality of your life. I am known for my positive narrative visualization technique through EMDR DeTUR protocol. In addition, I also has hours of specialized training in trauma and TBI treatment. Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Fellow of American Association Marriage Family Therapist, EMDR Certified.

I am licensed in California with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. 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 am licensed in California with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. 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 I am proud of you for getting started!

I am a therapist licensed in California with 8 years of experience working as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, motivation, ADHD, and autism. I have an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Pepperdine University and masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from University of Southern California. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I do not believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral and humanistic. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. 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 and empower you in that journey. I look forward to working with you!

I am licensed in California with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, & self esteem. I also have experience working with confidence. 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 am licensed in California with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. 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. 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 am licensed in California with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in California with 8 years of professional work experience. I have worked in the geriatric field for over a decade and truly found my calling and passion with this beautiful population of people. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with general grief as well as end of life care and coping with loss. Lack of motivation or self esteem, confidence, & depression, we can tackle together. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in California with years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, parenting issues, motivation, self-esteem & coping with life changes. I also have experience working with professional coaching. 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.