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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Anne Parkford, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Anne Parkford, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Santa Barbara, California Online + In-person 28 years experience
Specialties: Divorce Parenting Relationship Issues Separation

Hi and welcome.  I specialize in treating couples, and have been doing this work for over 25 years.  It's been a passion of mine to help couples get clarity around their problems and issues, and move forward to make real changes in the relationsip.

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Articles By Dana Julian

The Importance of Friends After Marriage

The Importance of Friends After Marriage

Each friend represents a world in us, a world possibly not born until they arrive, and it is only by ...
Vicki Botnick, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Vicki Botnick, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Tarzana, California
Specialties: Anxiety Codependency Relationships Communication Divorce

Vicki is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Los Angeles who specializes in anxiety treatment, adolescent therapy, and couples counseling. She believes in strengthening relationships through understanding each other’s backgrounds, learning how to turn to

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Articles By Vicki Botnick

4 Rules on How to Never Compromise Yourself in the Relationship

4 Rules on How to Never Compromise Yourself in the Relationship

Contrary to what we ve been taught, the key to dealing with conflict in relationships doesn t start with ...
4 Ways To Avoid Having The Same Fight Over & Over In Your Relationship

4 Ways To Avoid Having The Same Fight Over & Over In Your Relationship

The only thing more exhausting than fighting with your partner is realizing that you re having the same ...
Daniel Romo, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Daniel Romo

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Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Pasadena, California Online + In-person 10 years experience
Specialties: Blended Families Codependency Relationships

Hello there. My name is Daniel Romo and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have dedicated over a decade to supporting individuals and communities in overcoming mental health challenges. Currently serving as a mental health supervisor, my passion lies in

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Cheryl Groskopf, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Cheryl Groskopf, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Los Angeles, California Online 10 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Attachment Coping Skills Depression

Cheryl Groskopf is a dually licensed (LMFT, LPCC) therapist in Los Angeles. Her approach to therapy focuses on helping individuals improve their relationships through personal growth and self-understanding. Cheryl specializes in holistic therapy, somatic therapy, and

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Helia Ziaee, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Helia Ziaee, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Los Angeles, California Online 10 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Attachment Coping Skills Depression

In my work with couples, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where both partners feel heard and respected. I use evidence-based approaches to help couples navigate challenges, strengthen their communication, and rebuild trust. My method is

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Scott Donovan, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Scott Donovan, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Apple Valley, California Online + In-person 2 years, 2 months experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Anxiety Attachment Behavioral Issues

Currently seeing clients only through telehealth (California). I take Kaiser, IEHP, and cash payments. My name is Scott Donovan, if you are struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, your relationship and you have a desire for change, willing to work

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Nancy Ryan, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Nancy Ryan

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Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Fair Oaks, California Online + In-person 14 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Attachment Behavioral Issues Blended Family

Nancy Ryan is a Licensed Marriage & Family therapist, Certified Gottman Therapist and CEO of Relationship Therapy Center in Roseville, CA and Fair Oaks, CA and online in California. Therapists at RTC help individuals deal with anxiety, depression and self esteem

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Articles By Nancy Ryan

What to Expect from Sex Therapy: Understanding How It Works

What to Expect from Sex Therapy: Understanding How It Works

If you re like most people, at one time or another, you ve probably found yourself wondering, what exactly ...
15 Signs of a Healthy Relationship Between Couples

15 Signs of a Healthy Relationship Between Couples

As we grow, we all witness many different versions of what relationships look like. These examples come ...
Jenna Samuels, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Jenna Samuels, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Orange, California Online 13 years experience
Specialties: ADHD Alcohol Abuse Anxiety Autism

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in California with over 1 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, addiction, insomnia, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, and

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Esther Lerman, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Esther Lerman, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Oakland, California In-person 40 years experience
Specialties: Codependency Relationships Communication Family Of Origin Issues LGBTQ+

I’m Esther Lerman, a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in couples therapy. I’ve had a private practice in Oakland, California for 40 years. I welcome a broad spectrum of clients and focus my work on helping couples strengthen connection and navigate

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Articles By Esther Lerman

The Communication Toolbox For Your Marriage

The Communication Toolbox For Your Marriage

Jane and Carl are having the same old argument about the dishes. Jane says to Carl, You are just so untrustworthy ...
Couples Therapy For Unconscious Dynamics of your Marriage

Couples Therapy For Unconscious Dynamics of your Marriage

There are many reasons for our choice of partners. There may be strong physical or intellectual attraction, ...
Natalie Herriott, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate

Natalie Herriott

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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Newport Beach, California Online + In-person 1 year, 10 months experience
Specialties: Anxiety Communication Coping Skills Emotional Intelligence

You feel stuck in an endless cycle of emotional blackmail. One moment, your partner is loving and everything is normal. The next, they explode and cite you as the root of all their problems. The unpredictability is exhausting. You care about this person but feel like

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Jamey A Hecht,

Jamey A Hecht

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Los Angeles, California
Specialties: Addiction ADHD Anxiety Attachment

Jameyâ's main areas of work are depression, anxiety, blocked creativity, self-esteem, life-transition issues, and relationships. He came to psychotherapy with a PhD in Literature, which he had taught for 14 years. He has completed his hours as an MFT Intern (practicing

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Gary Brown, PhD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Gary Brown, PhD, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Los Angeles, California Online + In-person 45 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Anxiety Attachment Commitment Issues

My approach to marriage, couples, and individual counseling is eclectic.  During over 40 years in private practice, it became clear to me that each person or couple I work with are unique.  As a result, I do not believe in a “one size fits all”  approach to

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Erin Addams, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Erin Addams, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Oceano, California Online 12 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma ADHD Anxiety Attachment

With over 10 years of experience in mental health, Erin is dedicated to providing compassionate and insightful therapy to individuals, couples, and families. As a graduate of University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Erin combines evidence-based practices with a deeply

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Charlyne Gelt, Psychologist

Charlyne Gelt

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Psychologist
Encino, California Online + In-person 30 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Codependency Relationships Depression Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

Charlyne Gelt, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who practices in Encino, California. She leads some Women Empowerment Groups that help women learn to move beyond self-destructive relationship patterns.

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Lisa Chen, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Lisa Chen, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Hermosa Beach, California Online + In-person 5 years, 8 months experience
Specialties: Anxiety Codependency Relationships Commitment Issues Communication

I'm Lisa Chen, LMFT (California License #140374), founder of Lisa Chen & Associates Therapy in Hermosa Beach. I work with couples and high-achieving individuals: executives, founders, physicians, attorneys, and partners who are each carrying a lot.

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Thomas Albers, Psychologist

Thomas Albers

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Psychologist
Diamond Bar, California In-person 35 years experience
Specialties: Anger Management Anxiety Communication Coping Skills

Making a difficult Decision is often stressful and can produce strong emotional reactions. You may rationally know the right answer but cannot follow through in actions. You may even act in a manner that is contradictive to "the right answer" or

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Duane Osterlind, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Duane Osterlind, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Long Beach, California Online + In-person 15 years experience
Specialties: Addiction Infidelity Sex Addiction

Duane is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist. He is also the co-founder of Novus Mindful Life Institute, which helps individuals & partners affected by sex addiction.

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Articles By Duane Osterlind

How to Fix Trust Issues and Rebuild Your Relationship

How to Fix Trust Issues and Rebuild Your Relationship

It s amazing how love can make us feel on top of the world until trust crumbles and suddenly, everything ...
Israel ''Rulik'' Perla, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Israel ''Rulik'' Perla, LMFT

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Berkeley, California Online + In-person 26 years experience
Specialties: Divorce Infidelity Intimacy Life events

Israel 'Rulik' Perla brings to the therapy relationship a soulful dimension and a wealth of diverse life experiences that enables him to meet you where you are with a profound depth of being.

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Articles By Israel ''Rulik'' Perla

How to Shift a Codependent Marriage into a Healthy Relationship

How to Shift a Codependent Marriage into a Healthy Relationship

When you are unhappy, I am unhappy. Does this phrase sound familiar? Unfortunately, many couples in a ...
Is Love the Most Important Thing For a Happy Marriage?

Is Love the Most Important Thing For a Happy Marriage?

Outside the realm of fairy tales, marriages come with difficulties and challenges. At least that is what ...
Dr Patrice Wolters, Psychologist

Dr Patrice Wolters

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Psychologist
Campbell, California Online + In-person 38 years experience
Specialties: ADHD Anxiety Bipolar Disorder Blended Family

Dr. Patrice Wolters has been a licensed psychologist for over 25 years, specializing in relationship therapy and early identification of mental health conditions in young people. As a relationship expert, she enjoys helping couples communicate effectively, resolve

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Articles By Dr Patrice Wolters

What Is Relationship Therapy and How Can You Benefit From It

What Is Relationship Therapy and How Can You Benefit From It

Relationship therapy regardless of whether it s called marriage counseling, couples counseling, or couples ...
The Challenge of Conflict Avoidance in Relationships

The Challenge of Conflict Avoidance in Relationships

Conflict avoidance is common in marriages it decreases intimacy and pleasure and increases resentment ...
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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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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.