Therapists in Salinas, CA
Therapy can be a powerful tool for overcoming life’s challenges and achieving personal growth, but finding the right therapist can take time. With an online therapy platform like BetterHelp, you can find therapeutic services from the comfort of your home at a time that works for your schedule. BetterHelp therapists have extensive experience working with clients and providing psychotherapy. Most people are matched with a therapist within 48 hours of signing up, and you can change providers anytime at no additional charge until you find a good fit.
BetterHelp therapists in Salinas, CA, are educated in psychodynamic theory and can help you explore a variety of treatment approaches. It can be easy to think that therapy is only beneficial if you have a specific mental health condition, but a therapist can help you with a variety of challenges, from working through events in your past to learning how to manage stress to identifying the core beliefs that underlie your thoughts and behaviors.
Whether you want to speak to someone with a history of working with trauma or prefer someone with experience in social work, signing up for therapy can be a huge step toward better mental health. Connect with a therapist in Salinas, CA, to get started.
Shannae Hart
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesCareer difficulties
6 years offering treatment
I am an associate clinical social worker in California with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & intimacy related issues. 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.
Kasey Tippets
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
4 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 4+ years of professional work experience in the therapy setting in several different fields. I have worked with adults, families, couples, foster youth, teens and children. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, & 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. I want my clients to have an active role and voice in their sessions, as I am here to support you and help you achieve your goals. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage and I am here to support you in that process. I look forward to working together in the future.
Nancy Campos
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression
8 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & anger management. 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.
Lyana Murrell
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes
7 years offering treatment
Welcome. You've made it this far, and this tells me you already have the most crucial tool to take care of yourself. Still, are you feeling powerless about the realities of your life? Is your body, soul, and/or support systems exhausted in a manner that makes it hard to imagine another way of being? I am a psychotherapist who is committed to uplifting every unique person's vision for, dignity within, and care of themselves. I am licensed in California with over 7 years of experience working with individuals, families, and groups seeking relief from pain rooted in trauma or violence, grief or loss, anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, disruptions in identity or phase of life development, persistent relationship struggles, and lifestyle burnout. Today, taking any step to seeking a more fulfilling as well as easier life takes courage. With the variety of therapeutic approaches I use, in all I believe that you are the driver of your story and can best determine what your path to healing will look like throughout your life. I am here to support and accompany you as you take on this difficult, but meaningful shift.
Loraine (Lori) Sawyer
Clinician
License Type(s): LMHC,MSCP
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression
15 years offering treatment
I am a therapist licensed in Hawai'i with over 10 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of challenges including depression, PTSD, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting challenges. I have specialized experience supporting parents of children with special needs. I also have extensive experience working with young adults who have experienced trauma and want to learn new skills that can help them to thrive. I utilize a cognitive behavioral approach and have a comprehensive understanding of trauma informed care which means I strive to be empathetic , kind, and compassionate. I am a proponent of positive psychology and focus on using strengths to support change. It takes courage to ask for help and my goal is to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Shannon Shaffer Peterson
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Self esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
35 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with motivation, self esteem, and confidence, bipolar disorder, depression, & 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. 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.
Jessica Barba
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCoping with life changes
8 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. 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. 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 Lawrence-Ferreira
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
8 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, parenting 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!
Simonetta Fosci
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseCoping with life changes
20 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, & 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!
Kiyana Dailey
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
3 years offering treatment
Kiyana Dailey is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist hailing from Oakland, California. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Biology in 2021, followed by a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology with a focus on Marriage and Family Therapy in 2023. With 14 years of dedicated military service, Kiyana brings a wealth of experience and a profound commitment to providing culturally competent counseling, particularly emphasizing support for marginalized communities facing systemic oppression and disparities. Over the past four years, Kiyana has worked extensively with children, individuals, and couples, addressing a variety of mental health challenges. Her areas of specialization include anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem issues, trauma, personality disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, and domestic violence. She is passionate about serving clients who seek to overcome these challenges and is dedicated to supporting them in achieving their personal goals. Kiyana’s therapeutic approach is grounded in trauma-informed care, ensuring that her clients feel safe and understood throughout their healing journey. She employs a client-centered methodology, honoring each individual’s unique experiences and perspectives. Incorporating principles from positive psychology, Kiyana focuses on fostering resilience and leveraging clients’ inherent strengths to promote well-being. Her strength-based approach empowers clients to recognize and build upon their existing capabilities, facilitating meaningful and lasting change. As a clinician, Kiyana values inclusivity and cultural competence, striving to create a therapeutic environment that respects and celebrates diverse backgrounds and identities. Her extensive military experience has endowed her with a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by service members and their families, enhancing her ability to connect with and support this population effectively. Kiyana is committed to addressing systemic issues that contribute to mental health disparities, advocating for equitable access to mental health services for all individuals. Through her compassionate and holistic approach, Kiyana Dailey endeavors to empower her clients, guiding them toward healing, growth, and the realization of their fullest potential.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Salinas?
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 Salinas 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 Salinas available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Salinas 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, Salinas therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Salinas 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 Salinas 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 Salinas 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 Salinas 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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