Marriage Therapists in California

Find Marriage 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. 787 licensed therapists in California are here to help, so you can choose someone who understands what you need right now.

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787 specialists found in California

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Cathryn Leff, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Cathryn Leff, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Temecula, California Online + In-person 28 years experience
Specialties: Blended Families Breakup Divorce Family Conflict

Many couples end up with hurt feelings because they don't know how to communicate effectively.  At Soaring High Counseling we will teach you the communication skills you need to greatly improve your relationship.

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Joanna Lovinger, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Joanna Lovinger, LMFT

Verified
Marriage & Family Therapist
Fresno, California Online 1 year, 8 months experience
Specialties: Adoption Anxiety Attachment Buddhism & Mindfulness Therapy

The couples who come for counseling together keep having the same fight over and over. Or the physical intimacy is all but gone from their relationship and each of them feel too stuck to initiate sex. I offer couples counseling for couples who are on two different

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Mary Dann McNamee, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Mary Dann McNamee, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
San Dimas, California 20 years experience
Specialties: Abandonment Abortion Abuse & Trauma Addiction

I am Christian-based Therapist comitted to helping couples reconnect wiht their hearts + minds so that they can be more supportive, loving and kind to each other.  I help with fair fighting practices, mindfulness and prayer to build a collaborative

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Stephanie Bain, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate

Stephanie Bain

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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Oakland, California Online + In-person 7 years experience
Specialties: Abandonment Abortion Abuse & Trauma Anger Management

I work with families or partners looking for a therapist who “gets it.” Queer, poly, kinky, and non-traditional folks welcome! I hold our therapeutic relationship with deep respect and care, making room for your story and your experiences without judgment. You are

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Kelly McCullough, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Kelly McCullough

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker
La Jolla, California Online + In-person 5 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Blended Families Blended Family Child Therapy

Have you ever felt like life's daily stressors are too much to handle? Are you wondering where you can turn to find some extra support? We all face challenges in our life, whether it is a transition to a new school or job, conflict in relationships, or difficulty

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JENNIFER LEONARD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

JENNIFER LEONARD, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
El Cajon, California In-person 20 years experience
Specialties: Codependency Relationships Divorce Relationship Issues Self-Care

I help couples decrease conflict or negative patterns that have developed in their relationship, and help them learn new ways of communicating to return to a happy and healthy one. Or if it is necessary to separate or divorce, I also guide couples through that difficult

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Nicole Ohebshalom, Licensed Professional Counselor

Nicole Ohebshalom

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Licensed Professional Counselor
San Francisco, California Online + In-person 10 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Addiction ADHD Anger Management

Couples therapy is a great way to strengthen connection, address the setbacks from a perspective that honors differing points of view, and start working toward a more clear vision of what you hope for the future. Therapy helps to examine important relational patterns

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Alicia Wolf, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Alicia Wolf, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Santa Rosa, California In-person 20 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Attachment Behavioral Issues Blended Families

My approach to marriage counseling is to honor the challenges as well as the huge potential for growth and beauty that marriage can offer. When two people's hearts and lives combine, it can kick-start massive challenges, nevermind what happens when there are

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Joe Raphael, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Joe Raphael, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
San Diego, California Online + In-person 12 years experience
Specialties: Anger Management Anxiety Behavioral Issues Blended Families

We will work together to better understand and resolve the current challenges in your life to give you hope for a more fulfilling and meaningful future in Christ. Some common concerns that my clients share include dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, sleep

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Lorena Magallanes, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Lorena Magallanes, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
San Dimas, California Online + In-person 16 years experience
Specialties: Divorce Gender & sexual identity General marriage Life events

Lorena Magallanes is a licensed marriage and family therapist providing support to families, children, youth, and couples. She earned her bachelors in Psychology and masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of La Verne. She recently also earned her

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Articles By Lorena Magallanes

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Why Intimacy in Marriage Goes for a Toss?

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How to Manage Your Relationship With in-Laws and Extended Family

How to Manage Your Relationship With in-Laws and Extended Family

Beginning a relationship can seem so blissful. Then you come to realize that this is the person you want ...
Sheryl Woodhouse, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Sheryl Woodhouse, LMFT

Verified
Marriage & Family Therapist
Laguna Hills, California Online + In-person 20 years experience
Specialties: Divorce Life events Marriage Mental conditions

Relationships have similar human problems but no couple is exactly the same. Let’s meet to discuss your specific problems in balancing kids, romance and your own individual needs! 

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Marina Edelman, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Marina Edelman, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Westlake Village, California Online + In-person 20 years experience
Specialties: Attachment Blended Families Blended Family Breakup

My sincere caring, sharp intellect, extensive training and many years of experience has enabled me to help individuals, couples and families suffering from problems of anxiety, depression, marital difficulties, career challenges, loss, relationship issues and trauma.

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Kelly Quach, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Kelly Quach, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Acampo, California Online + In-person 8 years experience
Specialties: Abandonment Abuse & Trauma Addiction Aggression And Violence

Emotional safety, communication, trust, and intimacy are the foundations in every relationship. When these values of a relationship are dominated by tension, stress, resentment, and anger, the journey towards a long meaningful life as a couple seems impossible. I will

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Shelly Ann Collins Rawle, Psychologist

Shelly Ann Collins Rawle

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Psychologist
West Hollywood, California Online 3 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Breakup Dating Coaching Depression

I work from a strength based integrative approach utilizing relational cultural therapy and evidence based practices such as the Gottman Method in my treatment of couples (romantic or platonic).

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Tammy Hyland, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Tammy Hyland

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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Irvine, California Online + In-person 15 years experience
Specialties: ADHD Anxiety Blended Families Blended Family

Relationships can be hard, especially when you find yourselves having the same argument over and over, feeling more like roommates than partners, or wondering how you got so far apart. Maybe trust has been broken, communication has become tense, or you’re trying to

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Dr. Marissa Tunis, Psychologist

Dr. Marissa Tunis

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Psychologist
Los Angeles, California Online
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Anxiety Attachment Bipolar Disorder

Dr. Marissa Tunis is a California and New York State licensed psychologist, specializing in treating chronic relationship difficulties.  Dr. Tunis works with individuals, couples and families to address maladaptive relational patterns, communication deficits,

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Articles By Dr. Marissa Tunis

What Is Security in a Relationship? 9 Proven Ways to Build It

What Is Security in a Relationship? 9 Proven Ways to Build It

You come home after a long day your phone s almost dead, traffic was a mess, and your brain s still spinning ...
Nick Vetter, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Nick Vetter, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Northridge, California Online + In-person 17 years experience
Specialties: Abandonment Abuse & Trauma Anger Management Anxiety

Serving Adult Individuals and Couples   Providing support for relational and emotional wellness In the seasons of your life and the lives of those you love.

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Marla Leigh Caplan, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Marla Leigh Caplan

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Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Belvedere Tiburon, California Online + In-person 10 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Addiction Anxiety Bipolar Disorder

I am a licensed therapist in San Francisco specializing in psychodynamic, somatic, and trauma-informed therapy for individuals, couples and families experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, and addiction. I offer in person psychotherapy,

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Mickey Wilson, Ph.D.;, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Mickey Wilson, Ph.D.;, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Newport Beach, California Online + In-person 25 years, 3 months experience
Specialties: Personality Disorders

When DIVORCE feels like the answer, and that thought breaks your heart.  Overwhelmed by shock, anger, disappointment, regret and deep sorrow.  Exhausted and frozen by confusion, fear, humiliation and hopelessness.  When you try to reach out - talk - all you get are

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Mark Vigil Dombeck, Psychologist

Mark Vigil Dombeck

Verified
Psychologist
Alameda, California Online + In-person 30 years experience
Specialties: Abandonment Abuse & Trauma ADHD Anger Management

My work with couples focuses on helping partners recognize and break free of the dysfunctional interaction patterns that leave them feeling chronically neglected or abandoned, afraid or coerced by the very person who is supposed to be their safe harbor, until both

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Therapy in California: Cost, Availability, and Expert Statistics

Here's what therapy looks like across California right now, based on 787 experts listed on Marriage.com - including average cost, session format availability, and therapist demographics.

Average session cost
$177
Most treated specialties
Anxiety, Divorce
Average therapist experience
14 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 $177 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.