If your child has autism, you know how difficult it can be to do anything that you have to do outside the house. Those who suffer from this debilitating disorder do not like to go out in public and just going to the grocery store can trigger a meltdown. Luckily, Agoura Hills has many therapists who are trained to diagnose and treat autism and other mental illnesses. 

In the beautiful area of the Santa Monica Mountains, the Simi Hills, and the Conejo Valley lies the town of Agoura Hills, California. They call it the Gateway to the Santa Monica Mountains for good reason. Unfortunately, you probably cannot spend much time outside enjoying nature if your child has autism because they are not comfortable around strange people or places. Talk to a counselor in Agoura Hills to get some help today.

Psychologist Michael Tidstrand providing different types of therapy in Agoura Hills

Michael Tidstrand

Clinician
License Type(s): BA,MA,LPCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
9 years offering treatment

I specialize in providing compassionate support to individuals navigating a spectrum of mental health challenges. Drawing from both professional training and personal experiences, I understand the complexities of these struggles firsthand. Clients can expect a nonjudgmental and empathetic environment where they can freely express themselves without fear of stigma or shame. My approach is rooted in creating a secure space where clients feel heard and valued. As a licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a Master's in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, I prioritize active listening, curiosity, and reflection. By employing techniques such as mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral therapy, I help clients explore the intricate connections between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. My goal is to empower clients on their journey towards healing and self-discovery. Together, we'll uncover the underlying reasons behind presenting issues, fostering meaningful insights and personal growth. I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to support you in your path towards a more fulfilling life.

Psychologist Arkila Covington providing different types of therapy in Agoura Hills

Arkila Covington

Clinician
License Type(s): MA,LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
8 years offering treatment

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California, Missouri and Texas with over 5 years of experience working as a psychocounselor, behavior modification specialist and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, substance use, LGBT-related issues and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and narrative therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Guadalupe Rios providing different types of therapy in Agoura Hills

Guadalupe Rios

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesDepression
25 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I look forward to supporting you in that process.

Psychologist Kristen Burton providing different types of therapy in Agoura Hills

Kristen Burton

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Compassion fatigue
20 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 20+ years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. **On this platform, I focus on providing short term therapy, for adjustment and phase of life concerns. Currently, I’m only accepting clients for chat/messaging sessions. ***

Psychologist Suzanne Knapp providing different types of therapy in Agoura Hills

Suzanne Knapp

Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
12 years offering treatment

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York with over 10 years of experience working as a Social Worker, psychotherapist, Social work supervisor, and life coach. I have worked in several different settings including foster care, a group residence, a domestic violence shelter, schools, an assisted living home, outpatient mental health clinics as well as private practice. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns and personal goals. I enjoy being able to work with people who are desiring to identify their purpose, build their self esteem and confidence, and learn more about themselves throughout the process. My counseling style is eclectic, engaging and interactive. I believe that every person deserves to have someone that they can talk to, gain insight from and connect with that will not interfere with their daily living. Family and friends are great supports and often times will provide what they think we want them to provide and not what we really want or what really need. I like to create personal and professional goals with individuals based on their interests, opinions, and skills not based on other people's opinions of them. I often will use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Therapy with a humanistic and solution focused approach. Everyone benefits from being able to have a coach, a therapist, someone on their side. I would love to be able to work with you and assist you in being the best version of yourself.

Psychologist Jessica McGowen providing different types of therapy in Agoura Hills

Jessica McGowen

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression
20 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with marital stress , relationship issues, & trauma and narcisstic abuse. I also have experience working with depression. 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!

Psychologist Joni De Groot providing different types of therapy in Agoura Hills

Joni De Groot

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesCoaching
35 years offering treatment

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!

Psychologist Staci Greenaway providing different types of therapy in Agoura Hills

Staci Greenaway

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
15 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, 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. 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.

Psychologist Tereza Toledo providing different types of therapy in Agoura Hills

Tereza Toledo

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
6 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with 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!

Psychologist Jacqueline Moncada providing different types of therapy in Agoura Hills

Jacqueline Moncada

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
23 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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What types of therapists are available to clients in Agoura Hills?

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Agoura Hills that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Agoura Hills available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Agoura Hills therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Agoura Hills therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Agoura Hills region and in the state of California.

How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?

Therapists in Agoura Hills can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Agoura Hills may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Agoura Hills offering online therapy or in person?

Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.

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