Just like you’d go to physical therapy to promote healthy recovery from an injury, psychotherapy can provide you with the opportunity to confront your challenges, improve your mental health, or otherwise enhance your wellness under the supervision of an expert.
When you’re looking for a therapist, Coachella, CA has a variety of options to explore. For example, some local practices, like New Leaf, focus on addressing family conflict and challenges often faced by children, pre-teens, teens, and couples. Other therapists might specialize in different areas, such as issues specific to women, LGBTQ+ folks, trauma survivors, or military veterans.
While in-person therapy can be a great option, many people in the Coachella area prefer to work with their therapist remotely, which allows for greater flexibility and is often more affordable than in-person sessions. With online therapy, you can work with licensed therapists in Coachella, CA or therapists based elsewhere in Southern California, including Palm Springs, Los Angeles, or San Diego. One of the benefits of online therapy is that it can expand your ability to find highly skilled therapists beyond your immediate area.
The therapists listed below are all licensed—in areas like clinical psychology, marriage and family therapy, or social work—and they offer online therapy in Coachella, CA. You can read each provider’s profile to learn more about their background, areas of practice, and licensing information. On their profile, you’ll also find a section with reviews from verified clients, which can help you get an idea of what sessions might look like with different therapists.

Stephanie Lanza
Hello! My name is Stephanie Lanza. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in Southern California. I have over 8 years of experience counseling children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a wide range of concerns including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, ADHD, and family/relationship issues. I also have extensive experience working with adoptive and resource/foster parents and the unique issues they encounter. I take a client centered and strengths based approach to counseling, utilizing components of Cognitive Behavioral, Solutions Focused, and Family Systems therapies to help clients meet their goals. I look forward to working with you!

Maria "Esperanza" Guzman
I love being a helper. I help clients identify and process their thoughts, feelings and identify barriers to their success and well being. The end goal of therapy for my clients is to be able to take their new life tools and knowledge, and to be able to independently apply them and maintain the progress they made. I have successfully helped clients struggling with loss, abandonment, depression, anxiety, parenting, anger and family conflicts. Helping clients take control over their lives. I have over 15 years of experience working as a psychotherapist helping young adults, parents and families develop and work toward their own goals. Because each client is unique with unique needs, so must the treatment interventions be. My approach to addressing your issues depends on the problem and your needs. We can focus on a problem and together find solutions, or we can process deep emotions that are difficult to manage. We can address relational issues such as parent/child relationships, family relationships, social and work relationships, or the relationship with yourself. All in a safe and friendly space.

Daniel Patten
I am licensed in California with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & 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. I practice Dzogchen Meditation and recommend to all clients at least 15 minutes of meditation every morning. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Michelle Carstensen
I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist in California with 26 years of professional work experience. I have helped clients with family conflicts, parenting issues and trauma & abuse. I have worked extensively with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse and elder abuse. I also have experience working with motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I will listen without judgement and am open to clients of any sexual orientation, ethnicity or culture. I believe that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Kristy Verma
My name is Kristy Verma, LPCC #13286, and I am a doctoral student working towards an Ed.D in Educational Leadership. I have a goal to increase mental health services at our educational institutions to better support student’s educational journeys. I am a highly motivated mental health professional and genuinely passionate about helping others heal and improve their mental health. I believe all therapists have their unique approach to therapy. My therapeutic approach starts with building a therapeutic bond and continues through various techniques I utilize, from CBT, DBT, Person-Centered, Trauma-Focused, Reality therapy, Gestalt, etc., modalities. My goal is to support my clients with the best therapeutic approach that adapts with their current mental health symptoms and interpersonal or intrapersonal problems they are struggling with. My experiences as an Indian female, have led me to believe the importance of being culturally competent is not only essential in my career, but in my social, academic, and personal life. I have and continue to seek skills and education to support children and families who come from various cultures, socioeconomic status, family support systems, age, gender, and national origin. I understand the collectivist and individual societies client’s identify with. I support clients who are struggling with various mental health disorders ranging from mood, personality, and trauma disorders. I invite you to a safe space to discuss any problems impacting your emotional well-being. I want you to be heard, and understand therapy is a non-judgement zone for you to share triggers impacting your mental health.

Xkizin Wright
*NOW ACCEPTING MEMBERS INTERESTED IN EMDR:Limited Space available * YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Often times we go through tough situations by ourselves because we feel no one will understand us or we are told "get over it". So we suffer in silence. I am here to tell you that you do not have to be alone. My name is Xkizin Wright, LMFT and an EMDR Trained therapist. With my support you can become the best and healthiest version of yourself in ALL aspects of your life. I help individuals, couples, and families with: the inability to deal with negative emotions and negative thinking, not feeling supported, loneliness, not being heard and feelings of uncertainty due to life tribulations. Individually, I can help you quiet those unwanted thoughts or feelings by acknowledging, releasing and replacing them with positive ones to help increase belief in yourself and improve your relationships. As a couple and/or family, learn ways to communicate and interact effectively as a unit in a healthy matter. My mission is to provide a SAFE, Non-Judgmental, Understanding and Encouraging space for you to be your true self, so you have the opportunity to Heal, Ease into Forgiveness, Let go and Push Forward to live the life you have always wanted too. H.E.L.P is Here. ***** ATTENTION ATTENTION PLEASE READ: If you find me to be a potential fit, in supporting you on this journey and due to the federal health laws and regulations set by the Board of Behavioral Sciences, the organization that monitors my license, there are expectations as a therapist I will have to abide by. With that, Immediately after scheduling an appointment this information would need to be submitted: full name, date of birth, phone number, email address, the address of where you will be when we will meet, the name of the local police department that serves that address, the name, relationship and the phone number of a local emergency contact, any medications you are taking and the name of the treating psychiatrist, if there is one, and upload a copy of a state or federal issued photo ID. After this information is received the appointment will be confirmed. If the information is not received immediately or within a 24 hour window of scheduling, the appointment will be delayed and removed off the schedule until the information is received. All this information is deemed confidential and cannot and will not be shared with anyone else. Thank you for your understanding. **** Updated: October 3, 2024

Evelyn "Elaine" Allen
I am licensed in California with 32 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & 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 I am proud of you for getting started!

Miriam Smith
I am licensed in California with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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.

Anne Taylor-Spitzer
I am licensed in California with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with intimacy related issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. I also have experience working with executive and professional coaching. 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. 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.

Megan Kirby
I am licensed in California with 5 years of professional work experience. I have a broad spectrum of experience working with a variety of different mental health needs and diagnoses including; stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence and depression. I work under the belief that all individuals require different levels of support and interventions and it is my job to do my best to fit those needs. I work to ensure that clients feel as though their experiences, goals, and therapeutic needs are valued and addressed. I believe therapy can be beneficial to anyone who wants change, clarity, or understanding and am excited to help you on that journey.
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Types of therapists available to clients in Coachella
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 Coachella 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 Coachella available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Coachella 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, Coachella therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Coachella 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 Coachella 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 Coachella may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.