
Dr. Frederick Smoot
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (CA #12959) with over 15 years of experience counseling/ accompanying persons through difficult parts of their life-journeys. I have worked with a wide range of concerns including Isolation. loneliness, fearfulness, anxiety, intimacy/relationship issues, parenting and career challenges, addiction, physical and emotional abuse and life transitions. My counseling style is warm, curious and appropriately truth-telling.. I treat others with respect and consistent presence. I work to sustain and shame-free context that empowers persons to (re)claim their lies and future with dignity. I am an accompanist, using therapeutic tools gathered from several clinical approaches. I am relational, client centered, mindful, and strategic. I believe that direction and goals for therapy are shaped together with the client. We will tailor a treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Your willingness to reach out for support shows your courage and desire for a better future. I encourage you to take this step, accompanied and supported I look forward to working with you.

Ida Whitaker
I am a 2017 graduate from Azusa Pacific University; with my MA in Psychology- Marriage and Family Therapy and have been working in my field for the last 8 years. I am licensed as a LMFT in both California and Montana. I have conducted individual and group therapy in office and online, with my main focus on outpatient treatment settings with clients who have a wide range of concerns including: Depression, Drug & Alcohol Addition, Chronic Homelessness, Veteran and Military related issues, Relationship problems, Parenting concerns, and Childhood related trauma. Education Credentials Include: Licensed by the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) Licensed by the State of Montana, Board of Behavioral Health (BBH) Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy- Behavioral Heath Services (BHS) San Diego Substance Abuse Training- Palomar Family Counseling Service, INC. Emotional Focused Therapy: Triage, Alliant International University San Diego I feel honored to be part of your healing process without judgement. I am here for you and thank you for entrusting me with sensitive situations to help work through your most personal issues. You're Courageous and I look forward to working with you as a team.

Stefan Bain
Hello. My name is Stefan Bain and I am a Clinical Therapist (MSW, LCSW, MPH, CST/Certified Sex Therapist) with over 30 years of experience working as a psychotherapist. Educated at UC Berkeley, with post graduate school training at Stanford University and the Veteran's Health Care System. My therapy practice is focused on men, helping men achieve wholeness and wellness. Men's issues with which I work include anger management, addiction, anxiety and depression, trauma, infidelity, parenting, loss, aging, relationships, career transitions, stress, and sex/ sexuality issues, including intimacy issues, performance issues, body acceptance, sexual identity exploration, coming out, healing from sexual trauma, and porn addiction. My therapy style is warm and interactive and my therapeutic approaches are based on best-practice and are evidence-based. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. One of the main goals of therapy is to provide you with the tools you will need to be successful long after treatment ends; therapy is just one step in your total wellness; the goal is to be whole; however you define it.

Lester Jones Jr
Transformative HEALING begins only when you graciously surrender to the knowing that you and only you can uniquely heal yourself. I will assist in identifying, dissolving, resolving, and eliminating the causality of unhealthy thoughts, beliefs, and negative internal dialogues that perpetuates unhappiness & suffering. Forgiveness, rather, Forgiving ourselves is the ultimate in healing. We will focus on letting go and releasing the present and past pain associated with those who you believed have physically, psychologically, or emotionally harmed you. We will practice “BELIEVING in the KNOWING” nothing can stop or hinder your WILL and DESIRE to heal your magnificent, marvelous, and perfectly loving self. Affirming “you are indestructible INFINITE divine and ETERNALLY sovereign being. Remembering "YOU" are the ultimate creator and sustainer of your peace, happiness, joy, and the LOVE you so deservingly desire when you SURRENDER WITH SINCERITY to your Authentic and Perfect Self... Emphasizing the utilization of Metaphysical and Universal Principles of Self-Love, Self-Mastery, and Self-Awareness to inspire, motivate, and transform our magnificent and marvelous souls to a greater understanding of the perfection not only within "YOU" but our perfect universe. Learning to Love ourselves is the greatest gift to healing ourselves by simply by BELIEVING... Focusing on YOU as a phenomenal "SPIRITUAL ESSENCE" having an experience in this physical realm of existence. Resolution to all challenges are always within you. Radical Acceptance that the pain and suffering stems from the resistance... “IT IS THE UNWILLINGNESS TO FORGIVE and THE DEVALUATION OF ONE'S SELF THAT IS USUALLY THE ULTIMATE CAUSALITY OF ILLNESSES, DISEASES, and ALL SUFFERING...” -Shams Plant Medicine Coaching and Herbal Healing!

Valerie Ramirez Holcomb
I am licensed in California with 12 + years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, & career difficulties. 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.

Mary Holtom
Dr. Mary Holtom is a licensed clinical psychologist in California. Dr. Holtom received her graduate degree from Rosemead School of Psychology and her undergraduate degree from Azusa Pacific University. Dr. Holtom’s training and experience has been in a variety of settings, including: nonprofit, inpatient rehab center, outpatient community mental health centers, a university counseling center, and online therapy. Given her background, she has experience in assisting adults from various backgrounds in gaining knowledge about their mental health and moving forward towards their goals in life. Dr. Holtom believes that the relationship between client and therapist is important and allows for a collaborative process in assisting the patient achieve a better quality of life. With the assistance of the therapist, clients are capable of finding solutions and not continuing their same patterns that are no longer effective. Dr. Holtom’s approach to therapy utilizes Mindfulness Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques, balancing between a present-moment focus and gaining insight on one’s past in order to move forward into the future. Additionally, Dr. Holtom also uses Acceptance and Commitment therapy techniques to assist patients in making effective life changes. License: PSY31334

Carolyn Williams
I am licensed in California with 27 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & 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 have experience treating trauma and all types of abuse. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy c.an take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Isabel Rubio
I am licensed in California with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, women’s issues, LGBTQ+ issues, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I have worked mostly within the Latinx community and with generational trauma. 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.

Melanie Noxon
I am licensed in California with 22 years of professional work experience. The clients I have worked with faced difficulties such as stress, anxiety, trauma, recovering from abuse, coping with grief, coping with loss, depression, building motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with clients that live or work in difficult environments. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment in session where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I believe that it takes courage to take the first steps towards creating changes in your life, and to share one's deepest thoughts and life experiences with a therapist. My main treatment approaches are centered around CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and MCBT (Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). I look forward to supporting you in your journey!

Soua Moua
I am licensed in California with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. 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 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 Signal Hill?
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 Signal Hill 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 Signal Hill available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Signal Hill 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, Signal Hill therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Signal Hill 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 Signal Hill 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 Signal Hill 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 Signal Hill 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.