Therapists in Calexico, CA
Many have found therapy to be a positive, helpful, and meaningful experience in their lives. Therapists help with a wide variety of concerns, utilizing their professional experience to help their clients overcome adversity, develop positivity, and achieve personal growth. They can help with many threats to overall wellness, including concerns like anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. They can also help you navigate a major life transition, learn to develop a positive self-image, or work to overcome practical problems.
In addition to working with individuals, many therapists are also adept at providing a supportive environment for families. Family counseling under the guise of a licensed professional clinical counselor or other mental health professional often takes place to address conflict between family members or to help children manage their behavior. Many therapists also work with couples and spouses to help them increase the satisfaction of their relationship.
There are many therapists with a wide range of specialties across the mental health field. Some may specialize in a specific age or population, such as working mainly with teens or marginalized groups, while others may specialize in certain conditions, like eating disorders. The National Board of Certified Counselors and other credentialing groups provide oversight and ensure that therapists are trained to use the latest evidence-based practices.
If you’re ready to access inner resources and strengths with the help of a therapist, Calexico, CA, has plenty of options. Southern California is a hotspot for therapy, and it may be helpful to try a few different practitioners before deciding who is the best fit for you. You may also want to consider online therapy, which allows you to attend sessions from home or another quiet location. Online therapists have the same qualifications as traditional therapists, and, for most concerns, online therapy is just as effective as in-person therapy. Consider looking into some of the practitioners listed below if online therapy interests you.
Dr. Wanda Boutte
Clinician
License Type(s): wandaboutte@sbcglobal.net, EDD, LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: LGBTFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersDepression
20 years offering treatment
As a compassionate supportive therapist, over the past 20 plus years, I have counselled clients from diverse backgrounds with a wide variety of issues and backgrounds. I am competent in providing therapeutic services to individuals, adolescents, and families with an array of diverse psychosocial and mental health needs. My specialties are working with Addictions, Grief/Loss, Medical conditions, Mid-Life Crisis, Abuse, Relational issues, Parent-Teen issues, Self-esteem, Victims of Crime, Mood Disorders, Faith, LBGT, including Life Coaching, professional, communication, and career planning.
Tami Brugman
Clinician
License Type(s): MS,LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesDepressionADHD
24 years offering treatment
I am licensed as a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist in both Texas and California, and I have over 20 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have worked in both community mental health settings and in private practice working with individuals, couples, and families ranging from life adjustment issues to severe mental illnesses. I approach each individual with compassion and view each situation as unique using a client-centered perspective. I believe that there is a mind and body connection to mental health, and because of this belief, I am currently in a PhD program at Saybrook University in Applied Psychophysiology. I am constantly trying to improve and seek new knowledge to benefit my clients. I will utilize a variety of treatment modalities according to your situation during treatment. As a therapist, I believe my job is to utilize the tools in my toolbox to assist you in meeting your goals in therapy. It takes courage for anyone to reach out and seek counseling, and therefore I hope to be a partner with you and walk alongside you on your journey toward your goals.
Rosa Ogas
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
17 years offering treatment
I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience in a variety of social work settings. I am experienced and trained to work within multicultural communities, facilitating problem resolution, providing behavioral intervention services, and working with all age groups. I am bicultural and speak fluent Spanish. I have experience and understanding of issues related to acculturation, acculturation guilt, and family systems issues. I have experience providing therapy using cognitive behavioral therapy, client centered therapy and trauma focused therapy dialectical behavioral therapy as well as mindfulness therapy and interventions to support clients. I have supported clients with a variety of issues related to anxiety, depression, self-injurious behaviors, post traumatic stress disorder, parenting and impulse control issues. I provide a strength based approach to therapy and am able to support clients to build and develop tools to help them better cope with the issues that bring them to therapy.
Arlene Balcarcel
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteemDepression
7 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Shelby Farrell
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
11 years offering treatment
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with over 11 years of experience working with individual and families. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety and depression, abuse and trauma, substance abuse, and confidence and self esteem issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. My therapy style is warm and genuine and I believe in the importance of being truly present and authentic. My approach combines Cognitive Behavioral, Humanistic and Psychodynamic Therapy primarily and I frequently draw from other modalities when appropriate to client clients needs. I tailor our work together to meet your unique needs utilizing the modality that feels most useful and effective. It takes courage to start this process and to ask for help in making a change in your life. I am here to support you and I look forward to working with you!
Linda Sitomer
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTGriefCoping with life changes
30 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, lgbtq+ related issues, & coping with grief and loss. 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.
Kisha Villa
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
3 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 3 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 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.
Natalie Cheetham
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
15 years offering treatment
Natalie Cheetham, LCSW, is passionate about grief work. She holds a masters degree and clinical license in social work, and specializes in mindfulness grief therapy and grief mental health. Her belief is that grief reveals an authentic space to learn and heal. Natalie's warm approach provides a safe space to explore the emotions related to grief & loss, new and chronic health conditions, animal loss and life change events.
Xiaoying 'Sharon' Qi
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesADHD
6 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. 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!
Lori Montross Thomas
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
10 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with grief, coping with loss, coping with life changes, executive coaching, & professional coaching. I also have experience working with compassion fatigue. 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!
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Types of therapists available to clients in Calexico
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 Calexico that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), 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 Calexico available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Calexico 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, Calexico therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Calexico region and in the state of California.
How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want
Therapists in Calexico 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 Calexico may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
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