If you need support from a therapist, Sacramento, CA may have one who can help. Finding the right therapist can be challenging. Maybe you live in Fair Oaks and can only find a therapist with available appointments in Midtown Sacramento or you have been on a waiting list for an available slot and just want to get started with treatment. If this sounds like you, virtual sessions with an online provider at BetterHelp may be the answer. 

With a BetterHelp therapist, you can get the care you need to feel comfortable in your own skin, develop self compassion, or learn how to be present and mindful in your own life. Whether you’re interested in learning how to overcome a fear or something from your past that’s holding you back or getting rid of thoughts and behaviors that no longer serve you, talking to a BetterHelp therapist based in Sacramento county can help.

 

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Heather Brooks

Offering therapy in CA
License: LMFT
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes
13 years of experience

We all do the best we can, with what resources are available to us at any given time. A lack of resources or support, can make difficult times all the more challenging. Do you feel alone, overwhelmed, heartbroken, trapped or flawed? Through a supportive therapeutic process, my goal is to help clients discover and build upon their own inner strengths and resources. I know it takes courage to seek services, so I strive to create a nurturing, non-judgmental, honest, and respectful atmosphere. I believe in working together to create individualized solutions to the problems in your life. I've always been passionate about working with grief/loss/bereavement. I specialize in helping clients work through their grief process and find emotional completion; saying goodbye to any unmet hopes, dreams, and expectations that they wish were different, better, or more. My goal is helping clients live their best life possible. I pull from a variety of approaches in order to best suit my client's individual needs. I am influenced by client centered, strength-based therapies, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and Dialectical (DBT). Over the past two years I have spend most of my time transitioning to more solution focused practices that aim at symptom relief/reduction in dealing with the overwhelming pressures of every day life. Anxiety, depression, high expectations, trying relationships, job pressures, and drug addiction/substance abuse have been areas of focus. I look forward to providing support with whatever your needs may be.

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Tami Romero

Offering therapy in CA
License: LMFT
Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepression
6 years of experience

Life can be hard. We think we should have the tools and skills to cope with every life struggle and challenge, but some are just too much to bear alone. I have worked over 15 years in supporting others with their life challenges or concerns as a counselor and a MFT therapist. My beginning sessions focus on helping you get to know me and help us decide if we are a good match for therapy. Getting to know one another is helpful so you feel more comfortable sharing details of your concerns. I believe that everyone is doing the best they can to live their life, using the choices and opportunities available to them. As a result, my therapy style is very down-to-earth, non-judgmental, casual, and humor is used too. I believe that we make choices that work for our own lives and there is no perfect solution that works for everyone. With this belief, I choose to support you in exploring what solutions will work for YOUR life. My sessions focus on the here-and-now, but I acknowledge the past does affect our present life. While I have knowledge of and occasionally use other theories , my favorites are Client- Centered Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution- Focus Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Humanistic Therapy. I prefer individual therapy sessions. I also request you view my schedule before choosing me as your therapist. Usually I am available for sessions Monday , Wednesday, and Friday. Typically I am available 3:00-6:00 with a few breaks in between. My session hours may vary during holiday breaks. I am available during the week for messaging and ask to allow 24 hours to respond. Feel free to contact me to learn more or ask questions to help you choose a therapist for support with your concerns. Kindly, Tami

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Julie Foley

Offering therapy in CA
License: M.S.,LMFT
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesParenting issuesDepression
22 years of experience

Life is very stressful and the pandemic has taken a toll. I am here to walk with you on your journey. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 19 years of experience. I have worked with adolescents, young adults, couples, and families. I am highly experienced in treating anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and trauma, as well as parent education, family dynamics, and family dysfunction. My therapy style comes from my desire to create an empathetic and warm, safe space to allow my clients to feel supported through whatever life throws their way. I utilize a client-centered approach and tailor my sessions to meet the individual goals of each client. I am an interactive therapist, meaning that I will provide feedback instead of "just listening." Many of my clients stay with me because they have had other therapists who "just sit and listen and are not helpful." I tend to utilize cognitive-behavior, insight oriented approaches to assist clients in achieving their goals. I am happy to meet you and I look forward to joining together on this journey of better health!

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Jeanine Bourcier

Offering therapy in CA
License: LMFT
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes
15 years of experience

I am a licensed therapist with over 15 years of experience in working with mental health issues. I have worked with clients who have a wide range of concerns including depression, relationship issues, life changes, young adult transitions and aging issues. I have worked in public mental health as well as private practice, giving me a wide range of experience with many issues and a diversity of clients. My counseling style is empathic, collaborative, and I draw from the person-centered approach as my goal is to meet you where you are. This allows me to assist you in your journey of self-discovery and self-determination. My approach focuses on solution-focused counseling to help you make the changes you want to improve your current condition. While we may explore deeper issues, my focus is on how we can work together to improve your life in the here and now. I look forward to helping you make the changes you want to have the best quality of life. I believe in creating a safe-space where we can have conversations that will assist you in resolving issues, addressing concerns and becoming the best version of yourself. I am always honored to be part of someone’s journey and I look forward to working with you!

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Michael Brollini

Offering therapy in CA
License: M.A. LMFT 128895
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
6 years of experience

I am a marriage and family therapist with 6 years of experience working with co-occurring mental health disorders. I tend to use the eclectic approach with therapy that incorporates modalities of Cognitive behavioral therapy, Solution focus therapy, Narrative therapy, Strategic family therapy, and Emotion focused couples therapy. I have worked in residential treatment for 5 years helping restore functionality to daily living, when available helping reunification with family or support system, helping to identify and adapt to appropriate changes to help improve with quality of living. It is an important process of understanding deficits that interferes with emotional well-being, negative thought patterns, and our ability to manage day to day utilizing appropriate coping methods. It is my goal to help with learning alternative self-care activities, utilizing coping skills, and grounding techniques that could help us to function in the present moment. These are the basic fundamentals that are important through the healing process which could help improve your personal growth.

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Kendall Jones

Offering therapy in CA
License: MDiv,MSW,LCSW
Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
20 years of experience

My work as a psychotherapist emerges from the many diverse experiences I have had in life, from my encounters with people of different cultures and languages, from my travels throughout various parts of the world, and from my own soulful journeys in search of self. Like Santiago, in Coelho’s classic novel, The Alchemist, I have been in search of the very things for which clients often come to me and dream of becoming. Each of us, in some way or other, is in search of love, to love or to be loved and on a mysterious quest—deeply longing for something far greater than ourselves within ourselves. I know the journey can seem, at times, long and hard. There are times along the way when you may feel sad, hopeless, frustrated, overwhelmed, numb, anxious, fearful if not terrified, disappointed in yourself or betrayed by another. You may have experienced or witnessed something that has traumatized you—leaving you bereft of any sense of meaning. Perhaps you are angry or resentful about something that has or hasn’t happened. Maybe you’re feeling alone, abandoned, left behind or believe that you never really mattered or are rejected for who you truly are. Or you’re just maybe a little lost right now and don’t know who you are anymore, much less where you’re going. Wherever you find yourself in this journey of life, on this personal quest of yours, chances are I’ve been there too. What I bring to my clients in psychotherapy are the very things I myself have learned—some from books (and academic research) but mostly from my own richly vast experiences. From these, I have formed a personal, genuine, client-centered, strength-affirming, hope-sustaining, meaning-finding and an unconditionally accepting therapeutic approach. If you are on such a journey and seek not so much an all-knowing guide but rather the company of a compassionate, caring, insightful and understanding person to walk beside you, then I will be both humbled and honored to work with you in psychotherapy. Let’s begin this awesome and amazing journey together...

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Benjamin Salazar

Offering therapy in CA
License: Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor (CAT C)
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression
3 years of experience

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I have over 20 years’ experience in the substance abuse/mental health community, working with a variety of cultures and age groups that include individuals, families and couples from all walks of life. My experience also includes working with individuals ranging from those with domestic violence issues and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to school, career and family issues. My goals include creating an open and safe environment where issues, thoughts, and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I support the belief that this is a collaboration with my clients and a cohesive and growth oriented therapeutic relationship is key to a successful and beneficial therapeutic experience. I also believe that it is important to build upon what is working in the client's life and start the counseling process from there and to address the needs that they feel should be addressed.

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Toyin Thompson

Offering therapy in CA
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression
10 years of experience

Welcome to your first step toward healing & recovery! We all know that trauma, stress and anger, confidence issues, complex life-change, depression, anxiety, and substance misuse impact our ability to form and maintain secure relationships. I have acquired many years of behavioral health experience helping people overcome these issues. I have a skills-based, integrated approach. I use powerful transformative skills to maximize treatment effects. My mission is to help people bring about meaningful life change using straightforward and effective techniques. I will help you raise your awareness and become an expert of your own situations. Then I will teach you how to tap into your innate, inner-strength to address your issues. I find great joy in supporting clients through the healing process. My approach will help you to shatter the mental blocks that are holding you back from the life you want and deserve!

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Merri Francis

Offering therapy in CA
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesCoping with life changes
36 years of experience

I am licensed in California with 36 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. i also was in a biracial (black/white) marriage for 34 years ending in the death of my husband in 2021 and we were blessed with three mixed race children. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

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Noreen Rios

Offering therapy in CA
Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger management
40 years of experience

I am licensed in California with over 45 years of professional work experience. I have extensive experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse loss and grief, addictions, and co-dependency and anger management . I have worked with GLBTQ both individuals and couples and a diverse population. I love helping couples improve their communication, resolve conflict, build trust and have more emotional intimacy with each other. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I'm here to empower you and support you on your journey.

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How to find counseling in Sacramento

Finding the best therapist close by in Sacramento can feel challenging, but know that once you narrow your search for a counselor serving your area, you can find a therapist in your city that is accepting new clients and fits your goals. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, marriage, family issues, or other emotional challenges, feel proud that you have begun your search to find the mental health care services that work best for you in order to begin your personal journey towards emotional healing.

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist in Sacramento. Perhaps you're interested in narrowing your search for a psychotherapist that can offer psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, provide group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy. Each type of therapy can offer various benefits and address or treat different disorders. If you're still unsure or are new to counseling in Sacramento, feel free to contact the provider via email to find out which methods they practice.

It is also important to understand that mental health professionals in the United States are accredited to provide care, helping individuals and couples, with a variety of licenses. These include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinical psychologist or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, they are trained to treat individuals and couples counseling, and sometimes children, in any type of therapy. Find a therapist under any of these distinctions and know that the sessions they offer can provide a safe place to heal.

Mental health professionals working through their own in- person therapy practice in Sacramento or online may assist clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, or change in negative thinking patterns. They may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain. Verified providers can provide licensed marriage and couples therapy, tailor to individual needs, and create a therapeutic relationship as a National Certified Counselor.

There are all kinds of therapists working with clients today across the United States and in the greater Sacramento area in different types of therapy, including:

  • CBT
  • DBT
  • Substance use therapy
  • Couples therapy

When you're ready to start your search and find therapists, have in mind what type of therapy you'd like your provider to be most experienced with and choose an experienced provider with a practice located near you in the city of Sacramento, elsewhere in Sacramento, or in the greater state of California.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Some other commonly asked questions on therapy with a licensed counselor and BetterHelp serving the Sacramento area can be found below:

How does the cost of in-person counseling compare to the cost of BetterHelp with a licensed Sacramento therapist?

The average price of an in-person therapy session in the US is $100 to $200 per hour. These prices may be higher in Sacramento due to a higher cost of living. The price also depends on the type of provider you are looking for. See the following average prices for various mental health providers without insurance:

  • Counseling with a psychiatrist: $150-$500
  • Counseling with therapists: $100-300
  • Therapy with a psychologist: $100

While many psychologists in Sacramento may not take health insurance, some in the state of California may work on a sliding scale, meaning they'll factor in your income and charge what you can afford per session. With BetterHelp or clinicians throughout the state of California you can expect significantly more affordable options, with sessions ranging from $65 to $100 per week (billed every four weeks).

How is a licensed therapist on this online therapy platform verified?

Therapists in Sacramento, California working on BetterHelp are licensed, trained, experienced, and accredited as a doctor of psychology (PhD / PsyD), licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW / LICSW), or licensed professional counselors (LPC). All of these psychology clinicians have a Masters Degree or a Doctorate Degree in their field of psychology sciences, and follow the APA Code of Ethics. They have been qualified and certified by their state's professional board after successfully completing the necessary education, exams, training and practice with a patient, and extensive experience in a healthcare clinic or treatment centers, in order to become a mental health provider. While their lived experience, expertise, careers, and background vary, they all possess at least 3 years and 1,000 hours of hands-on experience with adult and sometimes teen patients, and have the necessary therapist credentials to provide a safe space for long lasting emotional healing in therapy. 

Please note BetterHelp does not offer or provide care from psychiatrists to prescribe a drug as treatment, or perform psychological assessments.

How does working with a counselor in BetterHelp online therapy sessions work?

BetterHelp clinicians treat clients online across the United States (individuals and couples) through life transitions, inner child exploration, long term depression or anxiety, and more. An online mental health professional, including the therapists in Sacramento above, can work with young adults, children, adolescents, and adults virtually as an accredited licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) or licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). You do not have to commute to a an office as a psychotherapy client.

Through BetterHelp therapy, you can partake in video, phone, or live chat therapy sessions with your licensed therapist. You can work through various symptoms, use the in app journaling feature, and receive worksheets. You'll also find support groups or group therapy lead by a therapist in Sacramento helping individuals on topics including managing life transitions, symptoms affecting sexual health, behavioral health, coping skills for anxiety or depression, trauma, stress, marriage counseling, and more. 

What mental health issues can psychotherapy address?

BetterHelp's verified Sacramento therapists specialize and have clinical experience in a wide range of mental health issues and modalities, helping clients to feel better and improve their lives every day. See below for examples.

Specialties on BetterHelp include:

You may also be struggling with relationship problems that could be addressed in couples therapy or with a sex therapist. In that case, you may choose to work with one of BetterHelp's experienced cognitive-behavioral therapists or licensed marriage family therapists (LMFT) who work with clients in relationships. You can also try a Sacramento therapy provider through BetterHelp's sister platform, ReGain, which is dedicated to couples and spouses worldwide. 

How do I know if online counseling is right for my family?

One of the potentially rewarding aspects of working with a therapist is the validation and active listening they can provide. Your friends and loved ones may also be available to listen, but you may feel that they may lack the skills to provide objective guidance. Counselors are trained to respond to various concerns, symptoms, and mental health conditions.

A psychologist in your city can support you toward a healthier emotional state, regardless of your mental health, life concerns, or healing needs. While supporting individuals in developing healthier habits, another good benefit of therapy is having an understanding, safe space with a non-judgmental party who can support you through challenging experiences.

Many people have sensitive topics that they may feel ashamed to discuss with their friends or partner. A Sacramento therapist can help you confront these concerns and open up through unique methods of support. There are also many types of therapy, such as art therapy, where you may find you can express yourself through creativity instead of words.

With a lot of people in CA, providers may be booked out with clients. Through the list of profiles above and others within BetterHelp's team, you may be able to find a psychologist within 24 to 48 hours. If you're searching to find a a nearby psychotherapist close to 95818 or the surrounding zip codes, consider others available through the BetterHelp site. No matter if you are seeking help in your area or beyond, online therapy can be a great option.

How should I prepare for my first therapy session with a Sacramento counselor?

Before seeing your therapist, prep for your session by reading to understand the therapy process. You might write a list of questions you want to ask your psychotherapist, any emotional pain you may feel, and the ways in which you hope to improve. When you attend your session, let them know if you have any concerns about therapy or feel unsure about what to talk about. They may help guide you with open-ended therapeutic questions. The first session will often serve as an intake to get to know you as a person and learn why you're attending therapy.

Should I find a therapist or psychologist if I feel fine? 

Some simply don't feel the need to see a psychologist. However, some people may avoid attending therapy due to stigma or preconceived notions of what therapy entails. Although psychologists often support people with mental health conditions, you do not need a diagnosis or condition to attend therapy. You can discuss grief, relationship concerns, stress, or life changes and ask for general feedback and advice. A Sacramento licensed clinical social worker may help you gain power over your life and emotions while you navigate day-to-day experiences.

Gaining a new perspective on yourself through various therapies might allow you to improve your self-esteem, work through relationships, and gain a better sense of your mental health goals. The success you may find through therapy can be dependent on your process.

People may also attend therapy for specific motives, such as bullying, an autism diagnosis, a desire to learn mindfulness meditation, personality concerns, trouble with office workers, specific phobias, and many other principles.

Is mental health care and therapy worth it? 

Therapy is effective and has the power to change individuals' lives. Each client is at a different stage of their emotional healing journey in life, as each human can be unique in their personality, expression, skills, and goals. A psychologist can target various symptoms, experiences, and personalities to help you feel your best and put you on the path to healing. Unlike advice from a friend, family, or non-professional, a mental health professional has an understanding of various disorders like ADHD and depression with many hours of experience in treating adults in their practice. For this reason, seeing an evidence based psychologist in Sacramento, California can be worth it. Over 41 million adults in the US attend therapy services each year, showing it's a popular option and is proven to be effective.

Sacramento has many clinicians who practice person or client-centered individual therapy in-person and through online therapy to assist clients in their healing journey. If you opt into online therapy, you might also be able to meet with providers all over the United States and change therapists easily at any time. Many people struggling with anxiety and depression, substance abuse, body image issues, and more find therapists that are a good fit for them, feel supported, and gain further insight into their lives through internet-based therapy.

Do therapists judge you in therapy sessions?

The boundaries between you and a therapist are in place to help you and them regarding ethical concerns. Mental health professionals are held by ethical standards through the American Psychological Association (APA) and are not allowed to judge or harm their clients. If you are concerned about sharing details about yourself, feel free to withhold personal information. Their job in the therapeutic relationship is to create a safe place, help you gain a deeper understanding of your mental health, and support you. You might consider changing counselors if you don't feel safe or respected.

Stay up to date with the leading online counseling platform

To stay up to date with BetterHelp's initiatives through their social channels, you can follow them on Pinterest, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. For mental health tips, check out the BetterHelp YouTube channel.

Take some time today to learn more about the team of therapists at BetterHelp to understand the services available to you clearly. If you are new to therapy or have any questions about the services and terms, please reach out through the contact page or send an email to contact@betterhelp.com.

If you’re ready to sign up for online therapy, consider signing up with a platform like BetterHelp and get matched within 24 to 48 hours.

If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, don't use this site's online services. If you are in life-threatening danger, call 911. If you require support for a crisis, reach out to the hotlines below:

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