Support in California
Welcome to Snehi's directory of online therapists serving California. All therapists listed here are licensed to practice in California - explore profiles by approach, language and clinical focus to find a suitable match.
Entries below are listed as supplied through the platform. This directory does not assess quality or rank entries.
Entries in California
Alexandra Matustik, LMFT
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Compassionate therapist for life transitions
Works with: Relationship, Trauma and abuse, Parenting Languages: English
View listingClaudia Santiago, LCSW
Ref 149793
Practical, collaborative therapy for everyday struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief Languages: English, Spanish
View listingAbbe Goodman, LMFT
Ref 226386
Experienced therapist offering steady support
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Eating Languages: English
View listingMegan Allen, LMFT
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Experienced therapist and coach focused on skills-based change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Anger, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingDr. David Sommers, LCSW
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Experienced client-centered therapist
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Addictions Languages: English
View listingLynn Vinson, LCSW
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Experienced LCSW offering practical, compassionate therapy
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief Languages: English
View listingAlexander "Alex" Dannin, LMFT
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Practical, goal-focused therapy for everyday life
Works with: Relationship, Self esteem, Career Languages: English
View listingMichelle Varady, LCSW
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Practical therapy for anxiety and life changes
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingDina Nasry-Aperocho, LMFT
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Practical, values-focused therapy for everyday struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship Languages: English
View listingCheryl Hopkins, LMFT
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Compassionate therapist focused on practical change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief Languages: English
View listingMarissa Dean, LMFT
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Compassionate, practical therapy for life changes
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship Languages: English
View listingDinesha Wickramarachchi, LMFT
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Practical support for anxiety and self-worth
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger Languages: English, Sinhala
View listingTiffany Whittington, LMFT
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Compassionate therapist offering practical tools
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingWilliam Money, LMFT
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Skilled LMFT focused on practical change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingCarol Wood, LMFT
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Calm practical therapy for stressed adults
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family Languages: English
View listingEugene Yamamoto, LCSW
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Helping people rebuild confidence and cope with change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Depression Languages: English
View listingHeidi Denton, LMFT
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Seasoned LMFT guiding meaningful life changes
Works with: LGBT, Grief, Intimacy-related issues Languages: English
View listingDr. Andrea Shirley, LMFT
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Practical support for stress and life change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship Languages: English
View listingJanice Snyder, LMFT
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Practical support for anxiety and relationships
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief Languages: English
View listingGabriel Senn, LCSW
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Practical help for hidden struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Intimacy-related issues Languages: English
View listingGian Sarabia, LMFT
Ref 244147
Compassionate, practical therapy for complex challenges
Works with: Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Bipolar Languages: English, Spanish
View listingMelissa Boudin, CA Psychologist
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Compassionate psychologist guiding practical change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingAntonio Resendiz, LMFT
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Direct, practical therapy for life and relationships
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingJuan Villa, LCSW
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Guiding people through life's transitions
Works with: Grief, Self esteem, Career Languages: English, Spanish
View listingRachel Galindo, LCSW
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Therapist focused on trauma and relationships
Works with: Relationship, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingAdam Lee, LMFT
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Restoring balance with practical skills
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingJared Maloney, LMFT
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Practical, goal-focused therapy with depth
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship Languages: English
View listingChristel Salas, LCSW
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Compassionate, practical therapy for everyday challenges
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingSandra West, LMFT
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Therapist focused on practical change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief Languages: English
View listingMark Burns, LMFT
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Men's intimacy and life purpose work
Works with: LGBT, Relationship, Intimacy-related issues Languages: English
View listingSherri Kardell, LMFT
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Guided therapy for relationship and attachment healing
Works with: Relationship, Family, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingDr. Frederick Smoot, LMFT
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Practical, present, and relationship-focused therapy
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family Languages: English
View listingDeborah Perez, LMFT
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Therapist who builds on strengths
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingShemeram 'Shari' Lachin, LCSW
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Compassionate LCSW focused on practical solutions
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingDr. Cheryl Mims, LCSW
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Experienced LCSW supporting emotional health
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Bipolar Languages: English
View listingChristine Piddington, LCSW
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Meaning-focused and practical mental health support
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Family, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingNancy Montes, LCSW
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Experienced LCSW offering practical, compassionate care
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Depression Languages: English
View listingKendall Jones, LCSW
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Compassionate LCSW focused on practical support
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingKeith Chilton, LMFT
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Experienced marriage and family therapist
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship Languages: English
View listingDeitra Jones, LCSW
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Compassionate LCSW helping people build practical skills
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingJennifer Stocker, LMFT
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Compassionate bilingual therapist focused on practical change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family Languages: English, Spanish
View listingMary Ann Godefroy, LPCC, LPC
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Compassionate, practical therapy for adults
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship Languages: English
View listingBlanca Nicassio, LMFT
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Calm, practical support for everyday struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Anger Languages: English
View listingCarrie Canine, LMFT
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Therapist blending skills and self-compassion
Works with: Bipolar, Depression, Coping with life changes Languages: English
View listingLorena Silva, LCSW
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Compassionate LCSW guiding practical change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Family, Trauma and abuse Languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese
View listingDr. Monica Kelson, CA Psychologist
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Experienced California psychologist focused on practical care
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingFederico Godina, LCSW
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Practical support for stress and emotional struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger Languages: English
View listingMore about therapy in California
Overview of online therapy options in California
Online therapy has become a common way to access mental health care across California's diverse communities. You can work with clinicians who are licensed to practice in the state from many different settings, including urban centers, suburban towns and rural regions. The technology used ranges from video and phone sessions to messaging formats offered by clinicians who incorporate asynchronous communication into their practice. When you search profiles, you will see a variety of license types noted, such as licensed marriage and family therapists, licensed clinical social workers, licensed professional clinical counselors, psychologists and others who are authorized to provide mental health services in California.
State regulations guide how therapy is provided across state lines and how clinicians must hold an appropriate California license to offer therapy to residents here. That provides a baseline for professional oversight, and it means that the clinician you choose is accountable to California boards and standards. As the landscape of online therapy continues to evolve, you can expect to find clinicians who describe their approaches, the populations they work with and the languages they communicate in, all of which can help you narrow in on a good match for your needs.
Benefits of online therapy for California residents
Online therapy can offer flexibility when scheduling sessions around work, school or family responsibilities. You do not have to commute to an office, and that can open up time for sessions that would otherwise be difficult to fit into a busy day. For many people, being able to meet from home, a car between errands or a quiet room at a workplace can reduce the logistical barriers that often delay starting care. If you live in a region with fewer local clinicians who speak your language or specialize in your concerns, online therapy can expand the pool of professionals you can consider.
Working remotely can also make it easier to maintain continuity of care when you move within California or travel for short periods. You may find clinicians who offer formats that suit your preferences, such as shorter, more frequent check-ins or longer sessions on a less frequent basis. Technology can facilitate the therapeutic relationship, but it also introduces practical considerations - reliable internet, a personal place to talk and familiarity with the chosen video or phone platform. Thinking through these factors will help you decide whether an online approach fits how you prefer to receive support.
What types of issues online therapists in California commonly help with
Online therapists in California work with a wide range of concerns, from daily stress and adjustment challenges to longer-standing emotional patterns. You will find clinicians who focus on anxiety, depressive symptoms, relationship difficulties, parenting support, life transitions, workplace stress, grief, and coping with chronic illness. Some clinicians emphasize work with identity-related concerns, cultural stress, or the particular needs of LGBTQ+ clients. Others highlight experience with trauma-related concerns and approaches they use with clients who have experienced traumatic events.
On many profiles you will see therapists who list CBT, DBT, EMDR among their approaches or who note psychodynamic, narrative, acceptance and commitment or other therapeutic frameworks. Those listings reflect the approaches clinicians use to guide sessions rather than an assertion about a specific credential. When you read these descriptions, pay attention to how therapists explain their work and who they say they typically support. That can help you imagine what a session might feel like and whether a clinician's emphasis aligns with the change you are hoping to make.
How to verify a therapist's license in California
Verifying a therapist's license is a practical step you can take to confirm that the clinician is authorized to practice in California. Start by locating the license type and, if available, the license number on the clinician's profile. You can then use California's official licensing boards to look up the license record. For many mental health professionals, the Board of Behavioral Sciences maintains license information for marriage and family therapists, clinical social workers and professional clinical counselors. For psychologists, the California Board of Psychology provides public license lookup tools. These websites typically indicate the license status, expiration date and whether any disciplinary actions have been recorded.
When you review a license record, look for the license status, the date of issuance and any public actions that may appear on the record. If anything seems unclear, the board websites include contact options where you can ask for assistance or clarification. Checking a license does not substitute for a conversation with a clinician about their approach and experience, but it does give you a factual starting point regarding their regulatory standing in California.
How to get started with an online therapist
Beginning work with an online therapist often starts with clarifying what you want to address and identifying practical preferences. Think about what you hope to achieve in therapy, whether you prefer evening or daytime sessions, and what communication formats you are comfortable with - video, phone or messaging. Review clinician profiles to see how they describe their focus areas, the populations they work with and the languages they speak. If insurance coverage is part of your plan, check whether the clinician lists the insurers they work with or if they offer a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement. Many clinicians also post general information about fees and session length on their profiles.
When you contact a clinician, prepare a few questions to get a sense of how they work. You might ask about the structure of sessions, typical goals for people with concerns similar to yours and how they approach cultural or identity-related factors that matter to you. You should also confirm technical details - which video platform they use, what to do if there is a connection issue and how they handle paperwork and payment. A brief introductory conversation or consultation, when offered, can help you get a sense of whether the clinician's style and communication feel like a good match.
Tips for choosing the right online therapist
Finding a therapist who fits involves both practical considerations and a sense of personal alignment. Consider the types of issues you want to address and look for clinicians who describe experience or interest in those areas. Pay attention to the therapeutic approaches they list and how they explain them in everyday language. If a particular method is important to you, choose clinicians who list that approach among their services, bearing in mind that those listings indicate the approaches they use rather than a specific credential.
Language and cultural fit can matter a great deal. If you prefer to work with someone who speaks your native language or who expresses familiarity with your cultural background, make that a priority in your search. Also think about the practical aspects - session length, fee structure and whether the clinician provides documentation you might need for insurance or work accommodations. Finally, trust your impressions after an initial conversation. Many people find that a short exchange gives them a clear sense of whether a clinician's presence, style and explanations are comfortable and helpful. If it feels right, you can begin a course of work; if not, continue looking until you find a clinician whose approach and manner align with what you need.
Final thoughts
Online therapy offers California residents a range of options for receiving support in a way that fits their schedules and life circumstances. By reviewing clinician profiles, verifying licenses through official state boards and preparing thoughtful questions for initial conversations, you can make an informed choice about who to work with. Take your time to find a clinician whose approach, language and experience match your needs, and choose a format and setting that allow you to participate comfortably and consistently in the work.