Photo of Mandalyn Castanon, Counselor in Fresno, CA
Mandalyn Castanon
Counselor, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fresno, CA 93703
You’re probably here looking for a therapist because there are parts of your life you wish could be better. Are you tired of feeling stressed, depressed, and anything but blessed? Do you need support during a transition time in your life? Is your child having difficulties in school, at home, or with friends? Do you feel sad and wish you knew why? Do you feel like you’ve tried everything to be a better parent but nothing you do is working? I’m here to help! As a licensed mental health counselor. I offer individual and family therapy to help you and your family reach their goals.
You’re probably here looking for a therapist because there are parts of your life you wish could be better. Are you tired of feeling stressed, depressed, and anything but blessed? Do you need support during a transition time in your life? Is your child having difficulties in school, at home, or with friends? Do you feel sad and wish you knew why? Do you feel like you’ve tried everything to be a better parent but nothing you do is working? I’m here to help! As a licensed mental health counselor. I offer individual and family therapy to help you and your family reach their goals.
(559) 242-9164 View (559) 242-9164
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Miriam Alvizures
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93726
I am a Licensed Marriage and family therapist in Orange County, CA.
My therapeutic services are aimed at supporting children, youth, young adults, parents, families, couples, and elder adults moving towards healing, cultivating self-awareness, and self-love, re-connect to the present moment and having a sense of peace and wholeness.
I am a Licensed Marriage and family therapist in Orange County, CA.
My therapeutic services are aimed at supporting children, youth, young adults, parents, families, couples, and elder adults moving towards healing, cultivating self-awareness, and self-love, re-connect to the present moment and having a sense of peace and wholeness.
(559) 272-8831 View (559) 272-8831
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Kristine A Recendez
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93704  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
(559) 543-9150 View (559) 543-9150
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Fresno Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fresno, CA 93711
At Fresno Family Therapy we provide Individual, Child/Teen, Couples, and Family Therapy. Our mission is to provide high quality, reliable, and evidence based counseling services for the community of Fresno. You do not need to go through this on your own… we are here to help. We believe that you deserve to feel well and seeking help is strength, not a weakness.
At Fresno Family Therapy we provide Individual, Child/Teen, Couples, and Family Therapy. Our mission is to provide high quality, reliable, and evidence based counseling services for the community of Fresno. You do not need to go through this on your own… we are here to help. We believe that you deserve to feel well and seeking help is strength, not a weakness.
(559) 206-3724 View (559) 206-3724
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Megan Sisk
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fresno, CA 93720  (Online Only)
I have extensive training in trauma focused modalities, attachment based techniques, art therapy, family systems work, and am an EMDR trained clinician.
Are you surprised by how difficult life is right now? Is anxiety and overwhelm consuming you in a specific area of your life? Maybe something is going on around you which has you feeling powerless to find your way through. Together, I'll guide you towards confidence, clarity & healing for what comes next.
I have extensive training in trauma focused modalities, attachment based techniques, art therapy, family systems work, and am an EMDR trained clinician.
Are you surprised by how difficult life is right now? Is anxiety and overwhelm consuming you in a specific area of your life? Maybe something is going on around you which has you feeling powerless to find your way through. Together, I'll guide you towards confidence, clarity & healing for what comes next.
(559) 785-2592 View (559) 785-2592
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Christina Trindade
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93727
My name is Christina Trindade and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Modesto, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with couples and individuals specializing in anxiety, stress, phase of life adjustments, and relational distress utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Strategic Therapy, and Gottman theories to help my clients make progress, heal relationships, and start feeling better.
My name is Christina Trindade and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Modesto, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with couples and individuals specializing in anxiety, stress, phase of life adjustments, and relational distress utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Strategic Therapy, and Gottman theories to help my clients make progress, heal relationships, and start feeling better.
(559) 702-5122 View (559) 702-5122
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Central Valley Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93720
Central Valley Family Therapy specializes in Early Childhood Infant Mental Health, Women's Reproductive Mental Health, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy and Individual Therapy.
Central Valley Family Therapy is a group practice whose sole focus is providing individuals, couples and families support through all walks of life. Our clinicians recognize the importance of quality treatment for each and every client that walks through our doors. We welcome clients with culturally diverse identities, backgrounds, socio-economic statuses, and experiences. We believe that every person who seeks support should have access to quality mental health services. Our focus is not only on your unique therapeutic goals, but in providing our clients with a warm, friendly and nurturing environment.
Central Valley Family Therapy specializes in Early Childhood Infant Mental Health, Women's Reproductive Mental Health, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy and Individual Therapy.
Central Valley Family Therapy is a group practice whose sole focus is providing individuals, couples and families support through all walks of life. Our clinicians recognize the importance of quality treatment for each and every client that walks through our doors. We welcome clients with culturally diverse identities, backgrounds, socio-economic statuses, and experiences. We believe that every person who seeks support should have access to quality mental health services. Our focus is not only on your unique therapeutic goals, but in providing our clients with a warm, friendly and nurturing environment.
(559) 206-0268 View (559) 206-0268
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Kent Lee Stratford
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93704
Psychotherapist/University Lecturer in the Department of Psychology, California State University, Monterey Bay & Fresno. Teletherapy/In Office in Fresno, Monterey Peninsula, Central CA. Specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, personality disturbances, mood disorders, relational problems, attachment disorders, marital discord, stress, family conflict, and behavior problems. Fee for service $120.00 per therapy hour. Panel provider for Blue Cross/Blue Shield/Cal Viva/United Healthcare.
Psychotherapist/University Lecturer in the Department of Psychology, California State University, Monterey Bay & Fresno. Teletherapy/In Office in Fresno, Monterey Peninsula, Central CA. Specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, personality disturbances, mood disorders, relational problems, attachment disorders, marital discord, stress, family conflict, and behavior problems. Fee for service $120.00 per therapy hour. Panel provider for Blue Cross/Blue Shield/Cal Viva/United Healthcare.
(559) 960-1608 View (559) 960-1608
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Cultural Family Therapy Incorporated-Jonisha Damon
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fresno, CA 93710
At Cultural Family Therapy, we are committed to guiding children, adolescents, adults, couples, and the LGBTQ+ community on their personal paths and challenges in life. Our approach helps identify unhealthy thoughts/behaviors and actions that can cause depression, conflict within relationships, anxiety, triggers and provide skills and support to promote inner self-confidence and different outlooks on life. Please check out our website and email us about our clinician's availability!
At Cultural Family Therapy, we are committed to guiding children, adolescents, adults, couples, and the LGBTQ+ community on their personal paths and challenges in life. Our approach helps identify unhealthy thoughts/behaviors and actions that can cause depression, conflict within relationships, anxiety, triggers and provide skills and support to promote inner self-confidence and different outlooks on life. Please check out our website and email us about our clinician's availability!
(559) 702-0765 View (559) 702-0765
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Jessica Rice
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93711
I specialize in individual, couple, and family therapy.
Every person has their own reasons for seeking therapy. Some choose it during a period of major life transitions or hardships, while others may seek out therapy in order to deepen their understanding of themselves. By using a psychodynamic and object relations model I am able to consider the whole person rather than pure symptom reduction. I believe there is both conscious and unconscious meaning to symptoms.
I specialize in individual, couple, and family therapy.
Every person has their own reasons for seeking therapy. Some choose it during a period of major life transitions or hardships, while others may seek out therapy in order to deepen their understanding of themselves. By using a psychodynamic and object relations model I am able to consider the whole person rather than pure symptom reduction. I believe there is both conscious and unconscious meaning to symptoms.
(559) 366-6522 View (559) 366-6522
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Cheryl Anne Hixson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fresno, CA 93710
My experience of 3 decades of working with new mothers and families as perinatal educator prior to becoming an LMFT has enhanced my understanding of pregnancy and the impacts of bringing an new baby into the family.
Life can be challenging and even overwhelming, whether it is due to grief and loss, relationship problems, a challenging child, anxiety or depression. We all need a little help once in a while. Sometimes it is difficult to see your options, but there are always options that are yours for the taking. My clients say my down-to-earth style, life experience and calming personality helped them to feel safe and comfortable so they can express themselves freely. Some of my specialty areas are parenting, perinatal mood disorders, anxiety, bonding and attachment, and couples therapy.
My experience of 3 decades of working with new mothers and families as perinatal educator prior to becoming an LMFT has enhanced my understanding of pregnancy and the impacts of bringing an new baby into the family.
Life can be challenging and even overwhelming, whether it is due to grief and loss, relationship problems, a challenging child, anxiety or depression. We all need a little help once in a while. Sometimes it is difficult to see your options, but there are always options that are yours for the taking. My clients say my down-to-earth style, life experience and calming personality helped them to feel safe and comfortable so they can express themselves freely. Some of my specialty areas are parenting, perinatal mood disorders, anxiety, bonding and attachment, and couples therapy.
(559) 338-5101 View (559) 338-5101
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Better Together Mental Health Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fresno, CA 93711
We are here to support you and your family.
Imagine you arrive to your therapy appointment and as soon as you walk into the lobby, you feel safe, cared for and suddenly at ease. Then you meet with a compassionate, warm and supportive therapist who helps you process your thoughts and feelings, resulting in you walking out with hope, relief and the clarity you needed. This is the experience we hear from our clients time and time again and we are so honored that we get to provide this for each and every individual who walks through our doors. We have multiple therapists; each has their own specialty and unique approach, which means that YOU are someone we can work with!
We are here to support you and your family.
Imagine you arrive to your therapy appointment and as soon as you walk into the lobby, you feel safe, cared for and suddenly at ease. Then you meet with a compassionate, warm and supportive therapist who helps you process your thoughts and feelings, resulting in you walking out with hope, relief and the clarity you needed. This is the experience we hear from our clients time and time again and we are so honored that we get to provide this for each and every individual who walks through our doors. We have multiple therapists; each has their own specialty and unique approach, which means that YOU are someone we can work with!
(559) 364-9584 View (559) 364-9584
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Dawn Keller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93720
Specializing in intrapersonal & spiritual exploration, couples considering separation/divorce, women's issues, domestic violence, parenting, adolescent behavioral issues, step-parenting, and blended family issues.
Dawn Keller is a psychotherapist working with individuals, couples, adolescents and families. Immersion in the culture of Southern India has enriched her understanding to be able to work cross-culturally particularly with Middle Eastern and South Asian cultures. She is compassionate and utilizes a practical approach that encourages and fosters change, improved insight and appropriate self expansion. Defensive communication, behaviors and attitudes are explored along with useful reframing and developing self awareness that allows for positive change. Dawn is known for her no-nonsense approach as well as for her compassion and humor.
Specializing in intrapersonal & spiritual exploration, couples considering separation/divorce, women's issues, domestic violence, parenting, adolescent behavioral issues, step-parenting, and blended family issues.
Dawn Keller is a psychotherapist working with individuals, couples, adolescents and families. Immersion in the culture of Southern India has enriched her understanding to be able to work cross-culturally particularly with Middle Eastern and South Asian cultures. She is compassionate and utilizes a practical approach that encourages and fosters change, improved insight and appropriate self expansion. Defensive communication, behaviors and attitudes are explored along with useful reframing and developing self awareness that allows for positive change. Dawn is known for her no-nonsense approach as well as for her compassion and humor.
(559) 725-4637 View (559) 725-4637
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Dorothy Husen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93727
My name is Dorothy Husen, and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist working and licensed in California, MFT 85611. I specialize in helping adults who have suffered from childhood trauma, abuse, and neglect, both physical and emotional. I teach my clients mindfulness breathing skills, self-regulation, and body resourcing skills in sessions so clients can learn how to lower their anxiety. Also, I use mind/body psychotherapy and teach Re-parenting skills. I have found that my style and approach are good for adults who have tried talk therapy with limited success and for adults who have difficulty talking about their past.
My name is Dorothy Husen, and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist working and licensed in California, MFT 85611. I specialize in helping adults who have suffered from childhood trauma, abuse, and neglect, both physical and emotional. I teach my clients mindfulness breathing skills, self-regulation, and body resourcing skills in sessions so clients can learn how to lower their anxiety. Also, I use mind/body psychotherapy and teach Re-parenting skills. I have found that my style and approach are good for adults who have tried talk therapy with limited success and for adults who have difficulty talking about their past.
(559) 245-5494 View (559) 245-5494
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David Bruce Rose
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93704  (Online Only)
As a family psychologist, I have been helping people with relationships, personal problems, and individual growth since 1993.
Life is challenging. People are complex. Mind, body, behavior, spirt, and relationships are all connected and so effect each other. When part of us grows, other parts grow as well. When part of us is hurt, other parts hurt as well.
As a family psychologist, I have been helping people with relationships, personal problems, and individual growth since 1993.
Life is challenging. People are complex. Mind, body, behavior, spirt, and relationships are all connected and so effect each other. When part of us grows, other parts grow as well. When part of us is hurt, other parts hurt as well.
(559) 245-5881 View (559) 245-5881
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Mark Barnes
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fresno, CA 93711
I am a child psychologist who has worked with children and adolescents and their families since 1984. I hold a doctorate in Clinical Psychology and am a licensed psychologist. I also hold a Master's degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling. I work with children adolescents and their families as I believe with early treatment, children and adolescents can develop healthy and adaptive coping techniques that can improve their prognosis for a happier and healthier adulthood.
I am a child psychologist who has worked with children and adolescents and their families since 1984. I hold a doctorate in Clinical Psychology and am a licensed psychologist. I also hold a Master's degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling. I work with children adolescents and their families as I believe with early treatment, children and adolescents can develop healthy and adaptive coping techniques that can improve their prognosis for a happier and healthier adulthood.
(559) 377-7152 View (559) 377-7152
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Michael Loza, LMFT #98140
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93710
I am also well adept with incorporating other modalities to fit the needs of an individual, family, or couple to facilitate the process of gaining insight and heightening awareness into their various issues, develop skills, and work on their goals.
Life can be difficult and sometimes we just need someone to offer us support and help us towards a more positive, clear direction. Relationship Issues, Sadness, Anger, Stress, Anxiety, Work Issues? I assist individuals with the difficult, and sometimes unpredictable, adjustments that they may experience or may need to make in their lives. I do this in a calm and safe environment that allows for an individual to express their feelings, share their thoughts and opinions, develop skills, and work towards completing their goals. I also offer a supportive, unbiased, non-judgmental space and relationship which fosters personal growth.
I am also well adept with incorporating other modalities to fit the needs of an individual, family, or couple to facilitate the process of gaining insight and heightening awareness into their various issues, develop skills, and work on their goals.
Life can be difficult and sometimes we just need someone to offer us support and help us towards a more positive, clear direction. Relationship Issues, Sadness, Anger, Stress, Anxiety, Work Issues? I assist individuals with the difficult, and sometimes unpredictable, adjustments that they may experience or may need to make in their lives. I do this in a calm and safe environment that allows for an individual to express their feelings, share their thoughts and opinions, develop skills, and work towards completing their goals. I also offer a supportive, unbiased, non-judgmental space and relationship which fosters personal growth.
(559) 785-0671 View (559) 785-0671
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Laura D Laningham
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93710
I also work with Internal Family Systems.
Feeling constantly on edge and overwhelmed? Has your relationship with yourself taken a back seat as you put others first? Stress built up over time is exhausting and draining to your physical, emotional, and mental well being. Wether it is personal concerns or the regular stressors of life you don' feel like yourself anymore. You may be experiencing unexpected adjustments in your profession, relationships, children's schedules, social life, finances and living arrangements. I want to help you find yourself again and create a more satisfying and authentic future. Let's collaborate to help you be calm, clear, connected and confident.
I also work with Internal Family Systems.
Feeling constantly on edge and overwhelmed? Has your relationship with yourself taken a back seat as you put others first? Stress built up over time is exhausting and draining to your physical, emotional, and mental well being. Wether it is personal concerns or the regular stressors of life you don' feel like yourself anymore. You may be experiencing unexpected adjustments in your profession, relationships, children's schedules, social life, finances and living arrangements. I want to help you find yourself again and create a more satisfying and authentic future. Let's collaborate to help you be calm, clear, connected and confident.
(559) 550-5244 View (559) 550-5244
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Lois Griffith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSc, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93720
Lois, licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in March, 2010, has been counseling since 2005.
Clients often walk away with a greater awareness of their own strength after meeting with Lois. She is an attentive, thoughtful listener who genuinely cares about her clients. She aspires to help those who come through her office to develop a more accurate view of who they are and increase their awareness of personal resources, internal and external. Problems, though initially heavy, can prod the curious toward discovering more effective ways of thinking that lead to greater success. Additionally, they can jumpstart increased capacity for personal growth and character.
Lois, licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in March, 2010, has been counseling since 2005.
Clients often walk away with a greater awareness of their own strength after meeting with Lois. She is an attentive, thoughtful listener who genuinely cares about her clients. She aspires to help those who come through her office to develop a more accurate view of who they are and increase their awareness of personal resources, internal and external. Problems, though initially heavy, can prod the curious toward discovering more effective ways of thinking that lead to greater success. Additionally, they can jumpstart increased capacity for personal growth and character.
(559) 206-1237 View (559) 206-1237
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Laura Lee Spera
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fresno, CA 93720
As a well-rounded therapist I have over 15 years of practice with children, adolescents and adults in the context of family therapy, couples work or individual counseling.
You may feel overwhelmed, depressed or anxious by challenges in life that can lead to problems at work, school or in your relationships. Do you desire to think more clearly, feel empowered and in control of your emotions to focus on matters that are most important to you? Individuals in my practice find a confidential, safe place where they can explore personal areas of their lives without judgement. Many find hope, freedom and solutions while gaining understanding, confidence and peace.I believe all of us want to feel connected and loved to experience life to the fullest. I offer evening and weekend appointment to my clients,
As a well-rounded therapist I have over 15 years of practice with children, adolescents and adults in the context of family therapy, couples work or individual counseling.
You may feel overwhelmed, depressed or anxious by challenges in life that can lead to problems at work, school or in your relationships. Do you desire to think more clearly, feel empowered and in control of your emotions to focus on matters that are most important to you? Individuals in my practice find a confidential, safe place where they can explore personal areas of their lives without judgement. Many find hope, freedom and solutions while gaining understanding, confidence and peace.I believe all of us want to feel connected and loved to experience life to the fullest. I offer evening and weekend appointment to my clients,
(559) 527-5907 View (559) 527-5907
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.