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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Michael Anne Conley, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Michael Anne Conley, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Lafayette, California Online + In-person 28 years, 5 months experience
Specialties: Chronic Illness Codependency Relationships Depression Trauma and PTSD

If you had a persistent pain in your belly, how bad would it have to get for you to see a doctor? How long would you wait? When it comes to relationship problems, research shows that most couples don't get help until they've been living in

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Lynn Telford Sahl, Drug & Alcohol Counselor

Lynn Telford Sahl

Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Modesto, California Online + In-person 30 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Alcohol Abuse Anger Management Anxiety

I specialize in substance abuse and addiction treatment with couples and individuals and use The Gottman approach to couples therapy. The Gottman's say that most couples wait 6 years to address a problem they're having.  On the + side, over 60% of

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Briana Smith, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Briana Smith, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Santa Monica, California Online + In-person
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Anxiety Depression LGBTQ+

First steps towards healing. You made it! Finding the right therapist can be a difficult choice, yet this choice is the first step towards healing. Life, at times, gets challenging and it's at the these moments we typically seek guidance for change. Yet,

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Lee Miller, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Lee Miller, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Brentwood, California Online + In-person 21 years experience
Specialties: Blended Families Divorce Family Conflict General marriage

My experience and expertise as an attorney and therapist have equipped me to successfully counsel individuals and families during good times and bad.   My methodology brings you relief from symptoms of depression, anxiety, low self-

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Isabell Springer, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Isabell Springer, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Westwood, California 14 years experience

I take a humanistic approach to working with clients. Through listening deeply, I enter their experience and perceptions, leaving out my own thoughts, feelings, and interpretations so I can better understand their reality; how life is for them. &

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Juli Ann Juteau, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Juli Ann Juteau, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Los Angeles, California Online + In-person 5 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Creative Blocks Depression General marriage

Couple's therapy is a safe non-judgemental space where each partner can be truly seen and heard. Using the basic principles of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, I encourage partners to take a deep look at building empathy for themselves and each other. With

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Shawna Kurz, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Shawna Kurz, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Brentwood, California Online + In-person 9 years experience
Specialties: Attachment Behavioral Issues Blended Families Career Counseling

I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist providing telehealth and video appointments. Please contact me at anytime 925.237.6880. I would be happy to work with you and your family.

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Richard C Hanzy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Richard C Hanzy, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Antioch, California Online + In-person 7 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma ADHD Anger Management Anxiety

 MyFaith Community & Counseling Services was founded with the belief that mental health challenges are influenced by a variety of community and life stressors and with the right therapy, you can help individuals, couples, and families overcome those

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Kelly Lewallen, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Kelly Lewallen, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Palm Desert, California Online + In-person 25 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Alcohol Abuse Behavioral Issues Bipolar Disorder

Kelly Lewallen is the Clinical Director (License LMFT# 37832) at Desert Marriage and Family Counseling. Kelly received her Bachelor’s in Nutrition Sciences from the University of Washington in 1983, a Teacher’s Certificate from Portland University in

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Dan Offield, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Dan Offield, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Stockton, California Online + In-person 4 years, 8 months experience
Specialties: Depression Relationship Issues

Dan Offield, MA. LMFT Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - License # LMFT89705 Mr. Offield is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has accrued thousands of hours

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Laura Reames, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Laura Reames, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Elk Grove, California Online + In-person 22 years, 6 months experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Anxiety General marriage Infidelity

Couples get caught in particular patterns that end up creating distance rather than the closeness they desire and sometimes there is a a stepping out of the relationship which creates additional distance and hurt. I am Certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy which

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Allison Coleman, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Allison Coleman

Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Milpitas, California

Allison Coleman is the Owner of Syler Pregnancy & Family Planning, which provides inclusive, personalized pregnancy and family planning wellness services to heterosexual and LGBTQ singles, couples and families. She’s also a Social Worker

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Cathy Hayes, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Cathy Hayes, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Upland, California In-person 21 years, 8 months experience
Specialties: Anger Management Anxiety Blended Families Child Therapy

I am passionate about working with individuals/families struggling with emotional stability. My hope is to assist my clients on their journey, facilitating deeper relationships through healthy communication patterns, whether individually or with a spouse or even the

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Peter Robbins, Psychologist

Peter Robbins

Psychologist
Fullerton, California Online + In-person 41 years, 1 month experience
Specialties: Anger Management Anxiety Blended Families Divorce

Dr. Robbins is the Emergency Room Marital Therapist. What does that mean? Dr. Robbins specializes in bringing couples back from the brink of divorce. The type of therapy needed for those who are seriously

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Larissa Lucas, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Larissa Lucas, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Pasadena, California Online + In-person 10 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Behavioral Issues Dating Coaching Infidelity

My goal is to assist you with facilitation in your healing process. I specialize in psychodynamic therapy which is working and healing through our childhood to promote health and wellness in our present. I also work with CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing,

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Wendy Whitmore, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Wendy Whitmore, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Upland, California Online + In-person 16 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Anger Management Anxiety Behavioral Issues

Wendy Whitmore is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) & clinical life coach. and owner of Truth, Healing & Evolution Counseling Services and founder of  T.H.E.  iLove Me Experience and “My Warrior Life” movements.&

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Marie- Christine Greene, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Marie- Christine Greene, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Rancho Cucamonga, California Online + In-person 6 years, 2 months experience
Specialties: Anger Management Blended Families Divorce

I am an Associate Marrriage and Family therapist under supervision of Dr. Yvonne Jackson LMFT 93289. I believe in collaborating with clients to develop -, and reach their goals based on their strengths. I treat individuals, families and couples

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Karen R Liddell, Other Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor

Karen R Liddell

Other Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor
Clovis, California Online 25 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Alcohol Abuse Anxiety Career Counseling

 No person in a marriage is broken, we often are simply responding to one another based on the unconscious programs of the past, seeing each other through the filter of what happened back then. We are so busy thinking about what we are going to say, we

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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%

Browse Marriage Therapists by City in California

Explore marriage therapists in cities and communities across California.

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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.