Couples Counseling Therapists in Sacramento, CA

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Jessica Pauline Vazquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95822
I specialize in couples work, family issues, affairs, polyamory, sex, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and LGBTQ+ populations.
Thank you for taking the time to read my page. I have a private practice downtown Davis focusing on relationships, families, marriage therapy, non-monogamy, and sex therapy. I also offer a collaborative and supportive partnership in addressing relationship trauma, challenges with sex, and sexual trauma. In addition to working with adults, I enjoy working with adolescents experiencing stress and anxiety. I am also involved in cutting edge psychotherapy practices such as psychedelic integrative therapy. My practice includes individual therapy, brief and long-term therapy, sex therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples.
I specialize in couples work, family issues, affairs, polyamory, sex, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and LGBTQ+ populations.
Thank you for taking the time to read my page. I have a private practice downtown Davis focusing on relationships, families, marriage therapy, non-monogamy, and sex therapy. I also offer a collaborative and supportive partnership in addressing relationship trauma, challenges with sex, and sexual trauma. In addition to working with adults, I enjoy working with adolescents experiencing stress and anxiety. I am also involved in cutting edge psychotherapy practices such as psychedelic integrative therapy. My practice includes individual therapy, brief and long-term therapy, sex therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples.
(279) 201-5061 View (279) 201-5061
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Cristina R Kosakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95815  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I provide individual, family, and couples therapy to address issues relating to acute and complex trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment and relational challenges.
Are you at a point in your life where you are feeling in need of judgement free support and guidance to increase your quality of life? Are those around you suggesting you seek outside support? Are you struggling with sudden changes, transitions, obstacles? Have you experienced difficult events that are making it hard to be the best version of you? Do you need support around parenting, relationships, your career, or managing symptoms that are affecting these areas of your life? Is your child having challenging emotions? You have taken a great first step towards healing. Finding a therapist you can trust and connect with is critical.
I provide individual, family, and couples therapy to address issues relating to acute and complex trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment and relational challenges.
Are you at a point in your life where you are feeling in need of judgement free support and guidance to increase your quality of life? Are those around you suggesting you seek outside support? Are you struggling with sudden changes, transitions, obstacles? Have you experienced difficult events that are making it hard to be the best version of you? Do you need support around parenting, relationships, your career, or managing symptoms that are affecting these areas of your life? Is your child having challenging emotions? You have taken a great first step towards healing. Finding a therapist you can trust and connect with is critical.
(916) 252-4094 View (916) 252-4094
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Marian L. Sheppard, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 347-5121 View (916) 347-5121
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Melissa Grabau, Ph.D.
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95811
My style as a therapist is both affirmative and challenging. I seek to support and understand you so that we may together identify the obstacles that keep you from living a more fulfilling and creative life. Therapy often involves the following processes: Changing reactive patterns of behavior, like compulsive eating or the destructive use of anger. Learning about your "filters," which are habitual ways of interpreting life events that stem from your unique conditioning. Developing skills to modulate uncomfortable feelings, such as anxiety or sadness. Strengthening your core sense of self and values.
My style as a therapist is both affirmative and challenging. I seek to support and understand you so that we may together identify the obstacles that keep you from living a more fulfilling and creative life. Therapy often involves the following processes: Changing reactive patterns of behavior, like compulsive eating or the destructive use of anger. Learning about your "filters," which are habitual ways of interpreting life events that stem from your unique conditioning. Developing skills to modulate uncomfortable feelings, such as anxiety or sadness. Strengthening your core sense of self and values.
(916) 546-1645 View (916) 546-1645
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Andrea Simon
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95811  (Online Only)
Seeking out therapy can be intimidating and difficult. I get it. There are probably a million questions that you have rushing through your mind. Is it worth it? Will this even work? Am I just wasting my time? If therapy has crossed your mind, there is a reason for it. My approach to therapy is to create a safe, open and inviting virtual environment filled with compassion, empathy, and acceptance. I am here to support and guide you in your journey of self-exploration and self awareness.
Seeking out therapy can be intimidating and difficult. I get it. There are probably a million questions that you have rushing through your mind. Is it worth it? Will this even work? Am I just wasting my time? If therapy has crossed your mind, there is a reason for it. My approach to therapy is to create a safe, open and inviting virtual environment filled with compassion, empathy, and acceptance. I am here to support and guide you in your journey of self-exploration and self awareness.
(650) 297-6314 View (650) 297-6314
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Michael Anthony Nevans
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95822  (Online Only)
Mike specializes in individual, couples, family, and group therapy for teenagers and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, adaptation struggles, grief & loss, and relationship issues.
Mike likes to work with people who are ready to make changes in their life. They do not need to know exactly what that looks like or means yet, they just need to be sick and tired of feeling sick and tired. Mike enjoys working with people who have depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar, and addiction issues. He also practices couple therapy and likes to offer premarital counseling, empowerment couple's counseling, and helping the healing process post infidelity or other ruptures in the relationship. Mike spent 4 years working with people in an international setting in Tokyo and enjoys providing therapy in a multicultural space.
Mike specializes in individual, couples, family, and group therapy for teenagers and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, adaptation struggles, grief & loss, and relationship issues.
Mike likes to work with people who are ready to make changes in their life. They do not need to know exactly what that looks like or means yet, they just need to be sick and tired of feeling sick and tired. Mike enjoys working with people who have depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar, and addiction issues. He also practices couple therapy and likes to offer premarital counseling, empowerment couple's counseling, and helping the healing process post infidelity or other ruptures in the relationship. Mike spent 4 years working with people in an international setting in Tokyo and enjoys providing therapy in a multicultural space.
(925) 477-4985 View (925) 477-4985
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Bahareh Lazemizadeh
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, AMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95816
Hello there, I'm Bahareh or "B" for short. Do you feel like you desire more support with processing your everyday routine, stress, or relational challenges? Are you going through changes and adjustments that have been challenging? Is it causing you to feel unmanageable anxiety or depression? I support individuals with navigating through life's challenges and adjustment while empowering them through this journey and individuation process that is life.
Hello there, I'm Bahareh or "B" for short. Do you feel like you desire more support with processing your everyday routine, stress, or relational challenges? Are you going through changes and adjustments that have been challenging? Is it causing you to feel unmanageable anxiety or depression? I support individuals with navigating through life's challenges and adjustment while empowering them through this journey and individuation process that is life.
(916) 775-8713 View (916) 775-8713
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Melanie Ernould
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816
To me, whether I am working with a child, parents, or an adult, the therapeutic relationship is key and what I do best.
I have almost 20 years of experience working with wonderful children and young adults with difficult behaviors and struggles, and their families. I have been running my private practice for 6 years and, 4 years ago, started building a farm sanctuary where I hold children’s therapeutic camps and equine assisted and farm play therapy. I have a lot of unique training and education that sets me apart. I am a skilled big picture thinker and can help guide you and your family through the process, gaining clarity along the way. I am playful and gentle in my therapy, and easily connect with my clients, big and small, authentically.
To me, whether I am working with a child, parents, or an adult, the therapeutic relationship is key and what I do best.
I have almost 20 years of experience working with wonderful children and young adults with difficult behaviors and struggles, and their families. I have been running my private practice for 6 years and, 4 years ago, started building a farm sanctuary where I hold children’s therapeutic camps and equine assisted and farm play therapy. I have a lot of unique training and education that sets me apart. I am a skilled big picture thinker and can help guide you and your family through the process, gaining clarity along the way. I am playful and gentle in my therapy, and easily connect with my clients, big and small, authentically.
(916) 262-7229 View (916) 262-7229
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Victoria Blacksmith
Registered Psychological Assistant, MS
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95816  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
In session, I will provide you with a safe and supportive environment focused on your healing. I incorporate different techniques and approaches, based on your needs as well as my assessment of what can be of true help to you. I believe it is important that I hold the space for you to incorporate your own healing practices if that is what you desire.
In session, I will provide you with a safe and supportive environment focused on your healing. I incorporate different techniques and approaches, based on your needs as well as my assessment of what can be of true help to you. I believe it is important that I hold the space for you to incorporate your own healing practices if that is what you desire.
(916) 764-3577 View (916) 764-3577
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Karessa Kelly
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95864
My specialties include: Individuals, kids/teens, family, co-parenting, couples and marriage counseling.
The therapeutic journey begins internally by listening to the heart when it tells us there is a need for change in our lives. Second is having the courage to admit when we need outside support to begin this change, and finally being bold enough to use our voices to seek out the assistance of a therapist. Therapy with the right therapist can be helpful to everyone. my preferred theoretical approach is client-centered. A client-centered therapeutic approach allows me to meet my clients where they are at and together develop the appropriate path forward. Other theoretical approaches include; CBT, DBT, experiential, & psychodynamic.
My specialties include: Individuals, kids/teens, family, co-parenting, couples and marriage counseling.
The therapeutic journey begins internally by listening to the heart when it tells us there is a need for change in our lives. Second is having the courage to admit when we need outside support to begin this change, and finally being bold enough to use our voices to seek out the assistance of a therapist. Therapy with the right therapist can be helpful to everyone. my preferred theoretical approach is client-centered. A client-centered therapeutic approach allows me to meet my clients where they are at and together develop the appropriate path forward. Other theoretical approaches include; CBT, DBT, experiential, & psychodynamic.
(916) 237-1619 View (916) 237-1619
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Ann C Leber
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95821
I work with individuals, couples, families and adolescents.
I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 25 years. I believe that clients come to counseling not only to gain a better understanding of themselves, but with a desire to learn new skills and tools to apply to their lives. Please call me personally to discuss your needs.
I work with individuals, couples, families and adolescents.
I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 25 years. I believe that clients come to counseling not only to gain a better understanding of themselves, but with a desire to learn new skills and tools to apply to their lives. Please call me personally to discuss your needs.
(916) 741-5426 View (916) 741-5426
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Isabel Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95833
Greetings! My name is Isabel Gonzalez, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I am licensed in California with 9 years of experience working as a marriage and family therapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, such as substance abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma (sexual, emotional, and physical abuse), anger issues, ADHD, grief and loss, parent/ child relationship problems, sibling relationship problems, relationship problems, and crisis problems.
Greetings! My name is Isabel Gonzalez, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I am licensed in California with 9 years of experience working as a marriage and family therapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, such as substance abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma (sexual, emotional, and physical abuse), anger issues, ADHD, grief and loss, parent/ child relationship problems, sibling relationship problems, relationship problems, and crisis problems.
(909) 253-7242 View (909) 253-7242
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Kali Paredes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95819  (Online Only)
I've been in the field for over 10 years and have worked with a diverse spectrum of individuals and families. I've worked in the substance use sector, school districts, non-profits, and the private sector. I'm a San Francisco native and value diversity, and I approach all of my clients with a person-centered approach. I value meeting everyone where they're at to assist them in working through whatever challenges they may be facing in a collaborative and supportive way. I look forward to working with you!
I've been in the field for over 10 years and have worked with a diverse spectrum of individuals and families. I've worked in the substance use sector, school districts, non-profits, and the private sector. I'm a San Francisco native and value diversity, and I approach all of my clients with a person-centered approach. I value meeting everyone where they're at to assist them in working through whatever challenges they may be facing in a collaborative and supportive way. I look forward to working with you!
(415) 429-2918 View (415) 429-2918
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DBT Centers of California
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 94204
(858) 267-4821 View (858) 267-4821
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John O'Donoghue
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95826
I am John O'Donoghue, licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California - MFT 40935 I enjoy helping people with family and relationship issues, workplace and career issues, and general transitions along life's journey. Other areas of expertise include grief and loss, blended family issues, stress, coping with the narcissists in your life, mild depression, anxiety, social anxiety, procrastination, guilt, anger, self-blame, PTSD, family conflict, highly sensitive people, spirituality, and existential issues.
I am John O'Donoghue, licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California - MFT 40935 I enjoy helping people with family and relationship issues, workplace and career issues, and general transitions along life's journey. Other areas of expertise include grief and loss, blended family issues, stress, coping with the narcissists in your life, mild depression, anxiety, social anxiety, procrastination, guilt, anger, self-blame, PTSD, family conflict, highly sensitive people, spirituality, and existential issues.
(831) 604-3154 View (831) 604-3154
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Alexander Porter
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95827
Not accepting new clients
The journey through life can feel like a roller-coaster with steep climbs, sudden drops, and twists and turns all over! Children, adults, couples, and families alike can all experience difficulties while on this journey and it is important to know that these experiences are a normal part of life. Should anyone feel they need a helping hand to make it through this journey, I encourage them to reach out. Whether it be battling depression, past trauma, school/work difficulties, anxiety, family, or relationship struggles, I believe no one should feel they have to face these challenges alone.
The journey through life can feel like a roller-coaster with steep climbs, sudden drops, and twists and turns all over! Children, adults, couples, and families alike can all experience difficulties while on this journey and it is important to know that these experiences are a normal part of life. Should anyone feel they need a helping hand to make it through this journey, I encourage them to reach out. Whether it be battling depression, past trauma, school/work difficulties, anxiety, family, or relationship struggles, I believe no one should feel they have to face these challenges alone.
(530) 658-0958 View (530) 658-0958
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Grayson Wallen
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95843
For couples therapy I rely on the Gottman Method for Couple's Therapy and generally do not use other approaches.
My name is Grayson Wallen. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in California as well as a National Certified Counselor. I have specialized experience and training helping couples and people who are looking to make sense of their faith and feelings together. In individual therapy we will focus on the problem(s) that bring you into counseling as well as how you experience your emotions, what you do with your emotions and how to understand yourself in deeper and meaningful ways.
For couples therapy I rely on the Gottman Method for Couple's Therapy and generally do not use other approaches.
My name is Grayson Wallen. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in California as well as a National Certified Counselor. I have specialized experience and training helping couples and people who are looking to make sense of their faith and feelings together. In individual therapy we will focus on the problem(s) that bring you into counseling as well as how you experience your emotions, what you do with your emotions and how to understand yourself in deeper and meaningful ways.
(714) 617-7127 View (714) 617-7127
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Dr. Marcella Kreysa
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95816  (Online Only)
I work collaboratively with my clients to build a strong therapeutic relationship and offer an individualized approach to treatment for each person.
Life can be an overwhelming experience for anyone. Things can become especially challenging when a person feels stressed by circumstances beyond their control. Individuals who come to therapy are often very capable human beings who have experienced something in their life that has left them needing some extra support. Many times people begin therapy feeling down and lost. Through a person's work in therapy, they are often able to find some light on their path to help guide them through the pain. This shift creates an opportunity for a person to improve their day-to-day functioning and overall, they FEEL BETTER!!
I work collaboratively with my clients to build a strong therapeutic relationship and offer an individualized approach to treatment for each person.
Life can be an overwhelming experience for anyone. Things can become especially challenging when a person feels stressed by circumstances beyond their control. Individuals who come to therapy are often very capable human beings who have experienced something in their life that has left them needing some extra support. Many times people begin therapy feeling down and lost. Through a person's work in therapy, they are often able to find some light on their path to help guide them through the pain. This shift creates an opportunity for a person to improve their day-to-day functioning and overall, they FEEL BETTER!!
(916) 764-3544 View (916) 764-3544
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Anthonie Etienne
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 94207
I have experience aiding adults, adolescents, and couples navigating relationship issues.
Accepting new referrals! Are you struggling with life and want to gain back some control? Have life's challenges gotten overwhelming for you? Let's work together to set your life back on the trajectory. I'm Anthonie Etienne, an LMFT, Pastoral Counselor & Ordained Minister. I specialize in aiding adults, couples, teens, and families confronting life's trials. I specialize in providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals and couples facing a wide range of life's challenges.
I have experience aiding adults, adolescents, and couples navigating relationship issues.
Accepting new referrals! Are you struggling with life and want to gain back some control? Have life's challenges gotten overwhelming for you? Let's work together to set your life back on the trajectory. I'm Anthonie Etienne, an LMFT, Pastoral Counselor & Ordained Minister. I specialize in aiding adults, couples, teens, and families confronting life's trials. I specialize in providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals and couples facing a wide range of life's challenges.
(909) 326-2260 View (909) 326-2260
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Courtney Rhea-Ribeiro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95819  (Online Only)
I mean, let's be real... life can get very challenging. There are times we just have trouble knowing what to do. Friends and loved ones can be great sounding boards, but sometimes you need to look at things a bit differently. A new fresh perspective, a safe place to give the full nitty-gritty picture, that's what I'm here for! Also if you've got things you don't share but need to, therapy is just the place. Seen some things you feel like you can't share? Done some things you don't think others would understand? I'm here to help with the hard stuff.
I mean, let's be real... life can get very challenging. There are times we just have trouble knowing what to do. Friends and loved ones can be great sounding boards, but sometimes you need to look at things a bit differently. A new fresh perspective, a safe place to give the full nitty-gritty picture, that's what I'm here for! Also if you've got things you don't share but need to, therapy is just the place. Seen some things you feel like you can't share? Done some things you don't think others would understand? I'm here to help with the hard stuff.
(916) 587-4630 View (916) 587-4630
Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.