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

Compare verified experts and choose the right fit for your needs.

Chrissy Cate, LMFT

Verified
Marriage & Family Therapist
Sacramento, California Online + In-person 10 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Anxiety Behavioral Issues Bipolar Disorder

Tired of not feeling heard? Ready for better communication with your spouse?  When was the last time you had sex with your partner?!? The number one reason most couples seek therapy is for better communication skills which often translates into better sex with

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Avni Panchal, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Avni Panchal

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

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Leonard Szymczak, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Leonard Szymczak

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

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Ken Ribotsky, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Ken Ribotsky, LMFT

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

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Karen Rippy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Karen Rippy, LMFT

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,

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Laura Slagle, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Laura Slagle, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Acampo, California Online + In-person 8 years, 5 months experience
Specialties: General marriage

I firmly believe that healing comes through relationship...not just healing of the relationship but individual healing as well. I love to work with couples who truly want that healing. Through discovering each partner's needs and perspective, I will help you

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Judy Glickman Zevin, Other Psychoanalyst And Clinical Social Worker LCSW

Judy Glickman Zevin

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

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Ilana Grines, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Ilana Grines, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Santa Ana, California Online 4 years experience
Specialties: Career Counseling Child Therapy Dating Coaching Depression

I work with individuals and families from a variety of backgrounds. I have experience in a multitude of settings, including schools, private practice, and community mental health. My therapeutic approach incorporates CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy),

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Hui Sophia Reccow, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Hui Sophia Reccow, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Newport Beach, California Online + In-person 7 years experience
Specialties: Adoption Anxiety Buddhism & Mindfulness Therapy Career Counseling

Because we do the best we can with what we know, sometimes we don't know what we can not see. In relationship and marital coaching you and your partner will gain a positive direction to move forward in and learn how to cultivate loving-kindness and

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Heidi Nguyen, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Heidi Nguyen, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
El Cajon, California Online 9 years, 6 months experience
Specialties: Anxiety Attachment Commitment Issues Communication

I have a passion for empowering individuals in their lives and a joy for helping couples thrive in their relationships. This passion has lead me to getting my license in Marriage and Family therapy, to pursue certification as a facilitator for the Prepare/Enrich

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Wendy Boring Bray, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

Wendy Boring Bray

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Mission Viejo, California Online + In-person 10 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Chronic Illness Codependency Relationships Sex

Are you arguing or disagreeing on things that used to bring you closer? Are you feeling frustrated by a lack of intimacy or compassion from your partner? Do you feel alone in your relationship?   Relationships with an intimate partner

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Sarah Lawley, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Sarah Lawley, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
San Diego, California In-person 4 years experience

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in San Diego, CA with experience helping clients work through anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, disordered eating, poor body image, and trauma. I am passionate about helping clients find peace with

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Cort Curtis, Psychologist

Cort Curtis

Psychologist
Laguna Niguel, California Online + In-person 30 years experience
Specialties: Aging Therapy Anxiety General marriage Marital and Premarital

Transforming Troubled Relationships, Making Good Relationships Extraordinary There is nothing more important than the quality of your relationship. When your relationship is solid, when you are loving and

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Trenye Black, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

Trenye Black

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Edwards, California Online 2 years experience
Specialties: Aggression And Violence Anger Management Anxiety Blended Families

To experience our deepest recesses of joy and peace, we must first have the courage to face our fears. We use a use a wide range of research-proven therapy techniques to help transform anxiety, depression, and loneliness into joy, freedom, and connectedness

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Ellyn Bader, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Ellyn Bader, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Menlo Park, California In-person 40 years experience
Specialties: Infidelity Intimacy LGBTQ+ Life Transitions

Ellyn Bader, PhD, is Co-Founder and Director of The Couples Institute in Menlo Park, California. Over the past 25 years she has conducted professional training programs in couples therapy and has trained therapists throughout the United States as well as Europe, Asia,

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Victoria Hoobyar, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Victoria Hoobyar, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Redwood City, California Online + In-person 20 years experience
Specialties: Behavioral Issues Buddhism & Mindfulness Therapy Career Counseling Codependency Relationships

Although, I have had lots of training in Couples Counseling, my most recent training has been that of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.  EFCT assists couples longing to be closer and more emotionally secure, by increasing emotional intimacy.  I

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Brenna Leslie, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Brenna Leslie, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Highland, California Online 8 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Depression Domestic Violence Parenting

I am a licensed therapist out of Southern California providing virtual teletherapy for individuals, couples and families. I specialize in treating families experiencing difficulty during pregnancy or the postpartum period. 

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Jyoti Nadhani, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Jyoti Nadhani, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Palo Alto, California Online + In-person 7 years, 10 months experience
Specialties: Adoption Anger Management Anxiety Behavioral Issues

Transitioning from a tech entrepreneur to a psychotherapist, I hold an LMFT certification and am certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy. Additionally, I've received training in Somatic Experiencing and have a fondness for Internal Family Systems (IFS). My training

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Rashmi Chidanand, Psychologist

Rashmi Chidanand

Psychologist
Mountain View, California Online
Specialties: ADHD Attachment Buddhism & Mindfulness Therapy Communication

Primarily informed by Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)/attachment theory and Gottman techniques, Dr. Rashmi's approach is as a compassionate and collaborative consultant, who reflects observations around relationship dynamics/patterns, provides

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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.