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Depression Therapists in California

Connect with a licensed therapist in California who gets what you're going through.

Whether you're navigating a relationship challenge, working through something on your own, or supporting your family through a hard season, finding the right therapist matters. 271 licensed therapists in California are here to help, so you can choose someone who understands what you need right now.

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271 specialists found in California

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Bethany Sala, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
San Francisco, California 7 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Attachment Communication Dating Coaching

I offer a holistic treatment approach based on my training in yoga, meditation, attachment theory, somatic experiencing, and Jungian psychology. I have engaged in a year-long training at the San Francisco Jungian Institute. I have also completed the

Harp Gill, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Los Angeles, California 5 years experience
Specialties: Abandonment Abuse & Trauma ADHD Aggression And Violence

I believe everyone has a story. I believe therapy is a safe place to come and deeply explore that story. We all get stuck from time to time in patterns of unhealthy thinking, behaving, and relating, and sometimes we need help changing those patterns. Therapy works in

Caitlin Mikulicich, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate , MA, AMFT California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate , MA, AMFT
Encinitas, California
Specialties: ADHD Addiction Anger Management Anxiety

I use evidence-based modalities such as EFT and Gottman to help couples heal from their past and grow together and as individuals. A major focus is identifying dysfunctional patterns of relating and communication and finding healthier ways to communicate and get needs

Rick McCarthy, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
San Clemente, California
Specialties: ADHD Career Counseling Coping Skills Depression

Rick McCarthy is a Marriage & Family Therapist , MFT, CCTP, and is based out of Long Beach, California, United States. Rick specializes in the counseling of Relationship Issues, Mood Disorders, Anxiety, etc. The therapist has experience in handling cases of ADHD,

Ryan Buchmann, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
San Diego, California Online 10 years, 10 months experience
Specialties: Anger Management Anxiety Career Counseling Christian Counseling

Licensed psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of mood disorders, like anxiety and depression, as well as substance use recovery. Also trained in Christian and pastoral counseling, spirituality, and mindfulness practice. Learn how you can bring peace into your

Liz Walker, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Los Angeles, California Online 4 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Anxiety Codependency Relationships Depression

I understand trauma, the difficulties faced by us all when we try to learn past our intergenerational patterns that effect our relationships. I am here for couples want to be better their relationships. This includes partners having difficulties

Michael Kelley, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Irvine, California Online + In-person 20 years experience
Specialties: Addiction ADHD Anger Management Anxiety

I specialize in couples counseling to increase intimacy and relational awareness by addressing repeating core issues and communication problems to help partnerships and marriages evolve by getting unstuck, realigned, and reconnected. As a \\\\"husband

Gesell Psychotherapy, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Newport Beach, California Online + In-person 20 years experience
Specialties: Abandonment Abuse & Trauma Anxiety Attachment

Would you like a deeper connection with your partner? Are you tired of arguing? Couples therapy can help. Our therapists understand that entering into couples therapy can feel daunting. We focus on giving you and your partner a safe place where you

Ingrid Corrales, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Fullerton, California Online + In-person 3 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Depression Divorce General marriage

Contrary to the popular opinion that marriage and intimate relationships should be easy they really can be a challenge at times. This does not necessarily mean that you are in the wrong one, it means that you are human, often coming from different

Katherine Carter, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Pasadena, California Online + In-person 20 years, 6 months experience
Specialties: Anxiety Coping Skills Depression General marriage

Marriage counseling is one of the bravest and most rewarding endeavors you can choose to walk through. I believe it is a powerful tool for gaining perspective and learning new tools to help you move through a stuck place and bring vitality back to your 

Vanessa Cain, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Newport Beach, California Online + In-person 5 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Blended Families Borderline Personality Disorder Child Therapy

Relationships can be a source of great joy or deep pain. I help people get back on track in their love lives. Whether you are a couple struggling because of communication issues or infidelity, or a single person who just can't seem to pick the "right

Matt Tapia, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
San Jose, California Online 3 years experience
Specialties: ADHD Anger Management Anxiety Autism

We all face challenges in our lives that can be overwhelming and painful. From my perspective, counseling is a collaborative journey that we embark on with the intent of discovering your strengths as well as finding tools to meet those challenges and overcome

Brian Thomason, Other Associate Marriage And Family Therapist California, ca
Other Associate Marriage And Family Therapist
San Jose, California Online + In-person 2 years, 6 months experience
Specialties: ADHD Anxiety Blended Families Child Therapy

I have a MS in Exercise Physiology and a MS in Clinical Psychology.  I enjoy the approach of merging the physical and mental health into wellness.  I have focused on specializing my experience and education in order to find success in working with young

Leonard Szymczak, Licensed Clinical Social Worker California, ca
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Laguna Niguel, California Online + In-person 40 years experience
Specialties: Anger Management Anxiety Depression Divorce

For the past 40 years, I have worked both in Australia and America, as a psychotherapist, educator, and writer. I was Director of the Family Therapy Program at the Marriage and Family Centre in Sydney, Australia, and later worked with the Family Institute at

Galina Litvin, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Walnut Creek, California In-person 7 years experience
Specialties: Abandonment Abuse & Trauma Anger Management Anxiety

My approach to marriage therapy is deeply client-centered, recognizing that every couple brings a unique set of experiences, challenges, and strengths. I believe that a strong foundation of communication and emotional intimacy is key to a thriving relationship. Through

Ken Ribotsky, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Newport Beach, California Online + In-person 5 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma ADHD Adoption Anger Management

I work with couples of all ages and genders.  ​ Sometimes couples feel disconnected and don't know how to talk about it with each other. Many struggle to communicate effectively with each other, while others are struggling

Jonathon D Baird, Psychologist California, ca
Psychologist
Clovis, California Online + In-person 3 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Behavioral Issues Bipolar Disorder Career Counseling

Marriage is a beautiful union that thrives on healthy communication, goals, and interactions. I work to identify the areas most negaitvely impacting your relationship and facilitate healing, change, and connection. I help couples identify mutual activities of

Liz Birch, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Tustin, California Online + In-person 16 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Depression Generalized Anxiety Disorder Pre-marriage

My role, as the therapist, is to listen, teach and encourage, while my client's role is to express concerns, learn and  implement that learning. With compassion and understanding,  I work with each individual

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Therapy in California: Cost, Availability, and Expert Statistics

Here's what therapy looks like across California right now, based on 271 experts listed on Marriage.com - including average cost, session format availability, and therapist demographics.

Average session cost
$138
Most treated specialties
Depression, Anxiety
Average therapist experience
10 years
Session format availability
Online only 19% In-person only 10% Both formats 71%
Therapist gender breakdown
Female 56% Male 21% Non-binary/other 23%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy in California

How are marriage therapists verified in California?

Every marriage therapist listed in California is checked against its licensing board before we add them. That means confirming their license is active and checking their credentials. If you want the details, there's a verified badge on each profile you can click.

What should I look for when choosing a marriage therapist in California?

Start with licensure: make sure they're actually licensed in California. Then check whether they treat what you're dealing with, whether that's communication problems, anxiety, or something more specific. After that, look at insurance and cost, and decide if you want online sessions or in-person.

How much does therapy cost in California?

Marriage therapists listed in California charge an average of $138 per session. That number moves around depending on the therapist, how long the session runs, and whether insurance covers any of it, so check the actual rate on each profile.

Can I compare or message more than one therapist in California before choosing?

Yes. You can look through as many profiles as you want, compare pricing and specialties, and message more than one therapist in California before you book anything. There's no limit on how many you check out first.

Is online therapy available in California?

Yes: 71% of marriage therapists listed in California offer both online and in-person sessions, so you can pick whichever fits your schedule better.

Does Marriage.com work with therapists outside my state, or only local ones?

Only therapists licensed in California will show up for you. That's not a Marriage.com rule, it's how therapy licensing works in general, even for online sessions. Filter by state and you'll see who's actually eligible to see you.

How do I find a marriage therapist in California?

Search the directory for California and filter by specialty, insurance, and session format, online or in-person. Each profile shows the therapist's license status, areas of focus, and accepted insurance, so you can compare before reaching out.

Do I need to create an account to search for a therapist in California?

No. You can search and browse therapist profiles in California without creating an account. You'll only need one when you're ready to book a session or message a therapist directly.

Is what I share with my marriage therapist confidential?

Yes. Licensed marriage therapists are bound by confidentiality laws and professional ethics codes, with limited exceptions required by law, such as risk of harm to yourself or others. It's worth asking your therapist about their specific confidentiality policy during your first session.

How quickly can I get an appointment in California?

Availability varies by therapist. Many providers listed in California are currently accepting new clients, so check individual profiles for current availability before reaching out.