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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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Judy Glickman Zevin, Other Psychoanalyst And Clinical Social Worker LCSW California, ca
Other Psychoanalyst And Clinical Social Worker LCSW
Newport Beach, California Online + In-person 30 years experience
Specialties: Anger Management Anxiety Depression Divorce

Life is really alll about relationships. They are everywhere. We exist in them at all times. We want them, we need them, and sometimes we hate them and are afraid of them. A relationship is about connection and attachment. Sometimes relationships nourish us

Karen Rippy, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Mission Viejo, California Online + In-person 25 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Aging Therapy Alcohol Abuse Anxiety

I have over 30 years of experience serving and couples and families and their relationship challenges. Additional training in marriages and relationships on the brink, addictions, family and divorce issues including co-parenting.  My approach is flexible,

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

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

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

Manny Romero, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
San Clemente, California Online 3 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Blended Families Career Counseling Codependency Relationships

The focus of my practice is to help men gain the necessary skill sets to overcome social and emotional challenges so they can thrive in their relationships!    I provide individual, couples, and family therapy.   

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

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

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

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

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 

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

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

Sheri Rose McCashin, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Westwood, California Online 30 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Codependency Relationships Dating Coaching Depression

I facilitate, coach, support and provide psycho-education as tools to address couples in conflict, couples in pain, couples disengaged, couples who love each other and wish to improve communication and skill at connecting, couples dealing

Avni Panchal, Licensed Clinical Social Worker California, ca
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Oakland, California Online + In-person 2 years experience
Specialties: Adoption Anxiety Codependency Relationships Dating Coaching

All relationships face challenges but how we move through those challenges determine whether we have healthy relationships. Whether you live together, dating, recently got married or have been married for years, it is important to seek professional help in working

Karen D Wood, Licensed Clinical Social Worker California, ca
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Fresno, California Online + In-person 13 years experience
Specialties: Adoption Anger Management Anxiety Behavioral Issues

Marriage is often about tension. Brain tissue of memories and alerts are ften responsible for all the feelings and reactions of fight, fright, freeze, fawn. To learn about brain function allows me to have better ability to keep the camera turned on me, and invite

Kayanna Campana, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Ventura, California Online 7 years experience
Specialties: Adoption Anger Management Anxiety Blended Families

I believe there is hope for every couple- even in the midst of trials and disappointments.  I take a collaborative approach and work with each couple to reach their relationship goals. I don't believe any couple is too far gone as long as they&#

Living Hope Counseling Center, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Rancho Cucamonga, California Online + In-person 3 years experience
Specialties: Communication Coping Skills Dating Coaching Depression

In need of holistic growth? Counseling therapy is the soundest decision in advancing your mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness. Our day to day lives call for balance and peace of mind. The most beneficial way into gaining such clarity is having a

Stephanie Pelayo, Psychologist California, ca
Psychologist
Chino Hills, California Online + In-person 17 years, 3 months experience
Specialties: Child Therapy Dating Coaching Depression Developmental Disorders

Our marital therapists utilize attachment-based Emotion Focused Therapy to help couples who are in distress to regulate problematic emotional states, understand unwanted self-experiences, and develop the communication skills needed for co-regulation. Marital

Tiffany Pippen, Licensed Clinical Social Worker California, ca
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Albany, California Online + In-person 10 years experience
Specialties: Blended Families Codependency Relationships Depression Divorce

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and practicing Psychotherapist with over a decade of experience working with children, adolescence and families around issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, and family caregiving challenges. I provide a warm

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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
$150
Most treated specialties
Depression, Anxiety
Average therapist experience
13 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 $150 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.