Therapists in California

Welcome. I’m Dr. Gatta but if we work together please call me David. Good therapy is all about a trusting relationship. Over the course of my 13 year career I have had the privilege of working with a diverse group of people from college age students to senior citizens. My passion is helping people understand who they are, where they would like to go in life and what might be preventing those processes. From this standpoint my treatment philosophy is to address underlying causes rather than just symptoms. Doing so is the only way of achieving lasting substantive change. In order to do that I use a holistic approach, meaning I see each individual as a sum of their total life experiences together with their sociocultural contexts.  I have extensive experience working with family of origin issues, trauma, substance abuse, depression and life transitions (including grief and loss). My background is in clinical psychology where my doctoral dissertation explored dreaming as a theoretical form of thinking (cognition). I also have a background in neuroscience and the humanities . I have taught courses on trauma and recovery, addiction, grief and psychopathology. 

Hello! I’m Sandra U. Merino, a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse with over 18 years of experience in the nursing field. My passion lies in providing compassionate and effective care for patients dealing with mental health and substance use issues. I’ve had the honor of working in acute and outpatient settings for over fifteen years, ensuring quality care for diverse patients. With a Master's degree in Nursing, I am skilled in updating charts, managing medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams to provide the best patient care. Throughout my career, I’ve received several awards for excellence in service at Valley Presbyterian Hospital and CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Hospital. I’m fluent in Spanish, which allows me to communicate effectively with a broader community. I look forward to offering compassionate care and positively impacting my patients' lives. Feel free to contact me with any questions or to schedule an appointment. Let’s work together on a path to better health and well-being! Specialties Mental Health Conditions Treated Depression Anxiety Bipolar disorders Schizophrenia PTSD ADHD Insomnia Panic attacks Practice Description At Integrative Psychiatric Health, we’re dedicated to nurturing your exploration of self-discovery and personal growth. Our focus is on providing compassionate care and tailored support as you delve into the depths of your potential. With us, you’ll find a trusted ally on your path towards fulfillment and authenticity. Treatment Philosophy Sandy's holistic approach to care emphasizes treating each individual as a unique human being and encouraging active participation in their treatment. She believes in the importance of understanding and reducing the stigma around mental health. She is committed to helping her clients feel empowered on their journey toward better mental well-being. Treatment Approach Person-Focused Emotionally Focused Coaching

I am passionate about empowering clients to strengthen their ability to overcome obstacles that life throws at them. By creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment, I works alongside the client to help them feel seen and heard while allowing themselves to be fully authentic. My approach is direct and patient with a dash of humor. Feel free to contact me for a free 15 min consultation to see if I am a good match for you.

As an advanced-trained Emotionally Focused Therapist (EFT), I specialize in working with couples and individuals who are feeling disconnected, unheard, stuck, and alone. By utilizing only the most effective research-based approaches, I help my couples build the skills necessary to hold one another's pain, and communicate in a way that forges connection, instead of disconnection. Similarly, I support my individuals in navigating their current emotions and hardships, while also processing past experiences in order to free them up for more fulfilling, hopeful, and rewarding lives. Should you choose to work with me, I will offer you the empathy, support, and expertise needed to heal old wounds, repair hurting relationships, and transform life's most difficult battles into opportunities for deep, human connection. I will hold your pain in order to lighten your load and make space for renewed connection and hope. I firmly believe that, together, we will be able to overcome the hardships that bring you into my therapy room.

I have been a medical professional for 14 years. I am a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner in six states, including Arizona, Michigan, Kansas, Florida, Nevada, and California. I have worked in a variety of settings including hospital medicine, primary care, chronic care management, acute rehabilitation, telemedicine, mental health, pain management, home health, MAT therapy, hospice, university teaching, and medical aesthetics. I am a graduate of Oakland University, Grand Canyon University, and Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences. I am a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and hold ACNPC-AG certification from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses and ACLS/BLS certifications from the American Heart Association. I enjoy helping my clients restore their mental and physical health and teaching them how to best use the tools they have to handle difficulties and illnesses. I am committed to providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive medical and mental health services to my patients. I believe medicine should be more about maintaining health rather than trying to cure disease, and ensuring mental health is always considered as it is vital to living a happy and healthy life. I believe medicine should be more about maintaining health rather than trying to cure disease, and ensuring your mental health is always considered as it is vital to living a happy and healthy life. I enjoy travel, especially the beach, time with my children and grandchildren, and cooking during my downtime.

Hi there, I'm Ana Cerrato-Young, and I am deeply committed to supporting your mental health journey as a dedicated Nurse Practitioner. I believe in working hand-in-hand with you to create a personalized treatment plan that meets your unique needs. Whether it's medication, therapy, or a mix of both, my goal is to empower you to take charge of your mental well-being in a caring and secure environment. Throughout my career, I have passionately provided comprehensive psychiatric care to individuals of all ages—from little ones to the elderly. Whether we're meeting face-to-face or via telehealth, I focus on assessing, diagnosing, and managing mental health conditions in collaboration with other healthcare experts to ensure you receive the best care possible. Beyond my clinical role, I have the joy of guiding future mental health professionals as an Adjunct Clinical Professor for PMHNP students. Fluent in English and Spanish, I make the most of cutting-edge digital tools to enhance patient care. I'm proud to be certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and licensed in multiple states, including NE, CA, CO, WI, WA, WY, MD, NY, and FL. My ultimate hope is to help you live a more fulfilling life through better mental health. *Treatment philosophy My treatment philosophy centers around compassionate, patient-focused care. I believe in empowering individuals by developing personalized treatment plans that truly meet their needs. Listening is key; I strive to understand each patient's unique experiences and challenges. I work collaboratively with patients, offering education about their mental health conditions and the treatments available. Whether through medication, therapy, or both, my goal is to support patients in effectively managing their mental health and leading fulfilling lives. I value teamwork and communication, working closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care. Together, we can make a difference in each patient's journey to wellness. *Treatment approach •Personalized Treatment Plans •Medication Management •Interpersonal Skills-Driven Care •Patient Education and Empowerment •Culturally Sensitive Practices •Interdisciplinary Collaboration *Practice description Ana Cerrato-Young, APRN-NP, PMHNP-BC, is dedicated to providing exceptional mental health care. With experience working with patients of all ages, she offers personalized treatment plans to fit individual needs. Ana believes in empowering her patients to take charge of their mental health journey. She is skilled in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and counseling, ensuring comprehensive care for mental health conditions. As a bilingual provider, she communicates effectively in both English and Spanish. Ana’s goal is to create a safe and compassionate space for patients, helping them lead fulfilling lives. Let Ana guide you towards better mental health!

To the world you appear to be thriving, but internally you feel anxious, overwhelmed and exhausted by self-doubt. You're tired of questioning everything about yourself. You're ready to stop worrying about what others think of you. You just want to feel good enough and sure about who you are. You want to trust yourself to make your own choices. Most of all, you want to get to the root of your anxiety so that you can feel confident in your ability to face life's challenges. No matter what you're going through, I invite you to join me in a safe space of reflection and support along your journey to becoming your most confident self. I specialize in helping teens and adults to develop the confidence and skills they need to overcome anxiety and self-doubt. I often work with high school students, college students, and ambitious individuals who have a desire to unlock their fullest potential and accomplish meaningful life goals. My goal is for you to recognize and trust your own strengths.

Let's face it, adulting is hard! There's only 24 hours in a day, but we're supposed to somehow find time to keep up with work and school, do chores and household responsibilities, maintain a social life, please the family, sleep 8 hours a night, eat healthy, workout, and figure out what we want to do for the rest of our life. You may be struggling to find a balance between all the things on your plate and thinking, how am I supposed to do all of this by myself? Hi, I'm Maddi. I specialize in helping college students, young adults, and teens transition into adulthood with confidence. I'm the therapist that's easy to talk to, with a bubbly personality, and a seemingly endless supply of ideas. My approach to therapy focuses on collaborating with you so we can work together to help you find a balance and figure out this adulting stuff. Through the therapy process you will find clarity, direction, and purpose. I am a believer that no matter where you start, you'll always end up exactly where you're meant to be. So I encourage you to show up to therapy exactly as you are and we can figure out the rest together. During therapy we will talk, laugh, and maybe even cry, as we work together to help you evolve into the best version of yourself. Therapy sessions with me are aimed to make you feel as comfortable as possible. This means you can bring snacks, blankets, or fidgets, you can take breaks if needed, you can wear sweats, slippers, heels, or anything in between, you can put on music, adjust the lighting, diffuse essential oils, and sit on the floor or the couch. I know starting something new can be scary, so if you have questions or are still feeling a bit unsure, let’s talk! Reach out to schedule your free consultation today.

Hi, I am Kirsten. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have always been fascinated by the human experience. My therapeutic style looks at how the past influences our present day functioning. How did you function and what did you believe about yourself before the world told you any different? By becoming emotionally aware and cognizant of our current beliefs, we can begin to heal our past wounds and become whole. I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental, individualized, transformative experience for each person.

Hello. Sometimes it's hard to reach out for assistance. I get that. So let's meet and figure out a plan to feel better. We can do this in person or virtually. I want to help. My schedule varies. And my office is in NW Fresno. Thank you...