Depression Therapists in Cameron Park, CA

In my 45+ years working with kids, adults and families as an El Dorado County teacher, school counselor, diversity trainer, and therapist, I have been privileged to partner with individuals struggling through life's curves and personal challenges. Together, we have fostered growth and healing in the areas of loss, depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, identity challenges, parenting/grandparenting, and family trauma. I have expertise in, and a deep understanding of diversity and issues related to bullying.

Fear and anxiety can hold you back from experiencing the joys of life. You can even be in the situation where your life is so overwhelming you don't believe it's possible to change. I understand, as I have suffered from anxiety related disorders for the majority of my life and felt that no one could understand how I felt. Because of this lived experience I am able to offer specific insight into those areas of life that can drastically improve your mental health. This, along with proven evidence-based treatment is my formula for success. We will put together a treatment plan that is unique to your needs.

If you are struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety or just feeling stuck, we are here for you. We utilize multiple therapeutic modalities including CBT, DBT, attachment therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness and Trail Talk. We work from different therapeutic approaches to help clients find their own intentions, resources and strengths. We also offer Life and Relationship Coaching, an action oriented approach, focused on the present and future, working on the "how" to your goals.

If you are anxious, depressed or just not satisfied with the direction of your life, a positive hallmark of my practice is the emphasis on empowering individuals to find joy in living. Strong spiritual and compassionate perspectives are the foundation of my approach to therapy. I provide counseling services for individuals, couples/partners, and families with a focus on addiction, grief, relationships, and women's issues. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am dedicated to providing a safe and confidential environment where my clients will have opportunities to improve their communication skills and develop healthy coping strategies.

My main focus is on relationships, your relationship with yourself, and with others. I believe the key to having healthier children and families is to strengthen and improve the above mentioned relationships, and to build a strong relationship bond between parent(s) and their child(ren). My style is energetic, straightforward and honest with a touch of humor. I have many years experience working in the group setting with men or women around their anger awareness/management and relationship issues.

Change is possible. Dr. Zahn works with his clients to identify solutions and move towards realistic goals. When clients are supported and develop a plan that includes acquiring sensible skills that they can use in the real world, dramatic change can happen.

Life can be rough for young adults today; whether it's school/work struggles, peer or relationship issues, pressures from social media, anxiety & depression symptoms, and so much more. Even though we intellectually know there are others experiencing similar feelings, it still feels lonely. It's difficult to open up to family and friends as we don't want to feel like a burden and don’t want to disappoint anyone, but it ends up feeling like "no one gets me". My passion is to help young adults discover their worth, to feel understood, & get to a healthy and happy space in life.

PTSD> EMDR>Trauma> Anxiety >Depression> Grief> LGBTQ> Identity Issues> Women> Adults> Older Adults> Teens> Spanish Speakers> Parenting> Sliding Scale Options. These are just some of the clients and therapeutic themes that I am passionate about in my work as a therapist. Therapy is available so that you don't have to meet those challenges alone. Contact me to schedule a free 15 minute consultation to see if my practice is the right fit for you! Offices in both Cameron Park and Folsom, California, for your convenience.

I work with clients who want a better quality of life and need to talk with someone who can listen and help. When negative behaviors, thoughts and emotions reduce our quality of life it can be difficult to reach out for help. Please allow me to be of service and walk with you on the road to wellness. We can work together to develop personal attainable goals. I am a licensed clinical psychologist.

Life entails times of joy, happiness, growth, change, pain, and loss. Life can be hard and sometimes we need help to cope through difficult experiences and learn new ways of navigating the challenges we face. I work with clients in a collaborative relationship to create lasting positive change, reduce emotional suffering, access strengths, change negative patterns, increase self-compassion, formulate goals, strengthen coping skills, enhance relationships, navigate transitions, and further movement toward a life that is meaningful and fulfilling.

I believe that the path to recovery is made by walking - one step at a time. Inner healing can replace pain and suffering with joy and connection. I know because I have walked the path. I offer individual therapy and family therapy for the following: Anxiety and depression, grief and trauma, relationship issues, difficult life transitions, divorce and trauma recovery, parent/caregiver coaching and training, Grandparents raising grandchildren and other kinship families.

In my practice I specialize in depression, anxiety, bereavement, loss, attachment injuries, and DSM disorders. I am also trained in trauma, domestic violence, and spiritual abuse. I recognize that crucial life transitions and the emotional upheaval associated within relationships can have a profound impact on one's health and well-being. My approach is designed to help clients navigate these complexities and to learn ways in which to foster, healing, growth, and a renewed sense of self.

Tele-medicine in the privacy of your home or office. Anxious? Stressed? Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP)? If so, you may be interested to know that this is not a disorder. Do you have a rich and complex inner life? When you were a child, did your parents or others see you as sensitive or too shy? How can someone be too sensitive? If you do not consider yourself sensitive, perhaps you are in a relationship where sensitivity would enhance your intimacy and partnership. I help individuals and couples struggling with relationships. Do you want to live an authentic life?

I focus on working with adults, couples, and families, but my specialty is in working with couples. My approach to couples therapy is to work with my clients to identify the core issues that prevent them from having fulfilling, connected relationships rather than giving them short-term solutions. Identifying the underlying issues in the relationship that go beyond the "symptoms" expressed through fighting or distance is critical in effective couple's work. I believe that a therapist should be a good fit for a client, and when working with couples that both of you feel like I'm the right therapist.

I am a California Licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides psychotherapy to a wide range of clients with different concerns, from mild depression to severe and persistent mental health issues. Since each person is unique, there cannot be a “one size fits all” approach to treatment, and I tailor treatment plans and goals to each individual I see. I support clients in exercising their own free choice and in changing through self-actualization. I am here to help you. Together, we can make the changes you want!

As an adoption specialist; I guide families and individuals through-out their adoption journey. I have extensive training and experience in adoption related issues including; attachment, trauma, marital stress, children with maltreatment histories, severe behavior problems, accessing resources, and parent education. Additionally I work with families challenged by medical issues, addiction, domestic violence. My 30 plus years of experience includes work in hospitals, treatment centers, agencies and in private practice..My focus is heart centered yet based on a strong clinical background and an unwavering belief in the healing abilities of each person given perseverance and support..

Are you journeying through life and noticing there are roadblocks, mountains, valleys that you are either in or have been through? We all from time-to-time need to seek out help to navigate these hard path in our lives. Whether your day is feeling robbed by anxious thoughts, depressed mood, racing thoughts, or triggering emotions, these are all things to be worked and processed through. There is hope on the other side. If your goals are contentment, hope, and joy, counseling is a space to explore and attain these goals. There's no magic light switch, but there is a promising journey of healing and restoration possible to all of us.

My passion and desire is coming alongside men, adolescents and couples who have encountered seasons in their life filled with frustration, heartache, doubt, shame and loss. Do you find yourself stuck, irritated, confused and helpless more often than not? Do you notice feeling resentment or distance in your relationships? Are you longing to discover solutions, healing and restoration within yourself and with those around you? Are you wanting to move towards a renewed sense of peace, enjoyment and connection within yourself and your relationships?

As the Director of CAMERON PARK COUNSELING CENTER, I have assembled a wonderful team of knowledgeable, talented and passionate therapists who specialize in the wide array of psychotherapeutic approaches and areas of specialization. When you call our office, you will be paired up with the therapist best suited to your issue.