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Calimesa, CA

Calimesa, CA

Calimesa, California, embodies a serene, community-focused living experience, nestled amidst picturesque landscapes that promote outdoor engagement. With its unique blend of cultural diversity and relatively affordable living, residents enjoy a balanced lifestyle enriched by supportive local networks. However, social and economic dynamics, including income disparities and varied access to healthcare, can impact overall well-being, contributing to mental health challenges such as stress, anxiety, and depression. The city’s mental health centers play a critical role in addressing these issues, offering a range of resources from individual therapy to wellness programs tailored to diverse community needs. These supportive environments foster personal growth, empowering individuals to navigate their mental health journeys with guidance and care. For those seeking assistance or strategies to bolster mental wellness, exploring Calimesa's comprehensive mental health resources is an essential step towards a healthier future.

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Candace Deese

Candace Deese

Calimesa, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Candace Deese is a dedicated marriage and family therapist with extensive experience in helping individuals navigate anxiety, chronic stress, sleep disturbances, and depression. She understands that life can sometimes feel unmanageable and that many struggle with relationship challenges, feelings of isolation, and harmful behaviors. Specializing in trauma, mental health instability, and addiction, Candace is passionate about walking alongside her clients to uncover their inner truths while developing healthy coping skills. Her expertise encompasses working with at-risk teenagers, adults, and a variety of diagnoses including substance use disorders, PTSD, anxiety, dual diagnosis, chronic illness, and mood disorders such as Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Therapy can be a daunting decision, yet through her supportive presence, clients can discover the transformative power of vulnerability. As a therapist, Candace is committed to crafting an authentic and individualized therapeutic journey that allows each client to embrace the beauty of healing and reclaim their lives.
Specialties
Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Borderline (BPD) Chronic Pain Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Loneliness PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Sleeping Well Teens
Greg Valdez

Greg Valdez

Calimesa, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA
Greg Valdez is a compassionate Marriage and Family Therapist, holding a BA and MA, with robust credentials as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Ordained Minister (OM). With a rich background in therapy, he is dedicated to helping adults navigate the complexities of infidelity, anxiety, and relationship issues. Greg employs a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Compassion-Focused Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, and Gestalt therapy, ensuring a tailored approach that honors each individual's journey. His expertise extends to both couples and individuals, fostering an environment where clients can explore their thoughts through self-talk and inner dialogue while experience support and understanding through person-centered and psychodynamic methods. Greg’s holistic and strength-based outlook creates a safe and nurturing space for healing and growth, empowering clients to build meaningful connections and cultivate resilience in their lives.
Specialties
Anxiety Relationship Stress

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