Find a Therapist in Oakhurst, CA

Sharon Briar-Garner is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, where she specializes in providing compassionate therapy services for individuals (both youth and adults), couples, and families. With over 22 years of experience in the field, Sharon is dedicated to helping clients heal, progress, and reach their highest potential through a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Positive Psychology, Trauma Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Emphasizing wellness and positive self-esteem, Sharon's approach is goal-oriented and tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Additionally, she offers Catholic/Christian perspectives for those who desire it and incorporates pet therapy into her sessions upon request. Working alongside her staff member Lindsey, Sharon is committed to providing HIPAA-compliant Teletherapy as well as traditional office visits. She warmly welcomes children, teens, families, and couples into her practice, looking forward to guiding each individual on their journey towards becoming the best version of themselves.

Michael Anderson is a compassionate marriage & family therapist associate who understands that trials and transitions are unexpected facets of life. Loss, change, and relationship struggles are aspects of the human experience that can be hard to articulate. Many individuals feel the weight of expectation to have everything figured out and to know the next steps to take. As an effective psychotherapist, Michael provides a safe landing zone during these challenging times. His goal is to help alleviate the pressure by creating a nurturing space for clients to heal and grow. With a deep commitment to his clients' wellbeing, he opens the door for connection and understanding, ready to explore if his approach to psychotherapy is the right fit for the unique journey each client is navigating.

Charles Peugh, a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist, offers a client-centered therapeutic approach, working closely with individuals to achieve their personal goals. He has had the privilege of serving clients in various environments, including inpatient facilities, school-based programs, county mental health settings, and private practice. Charles specializes in assisting clients in navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief and loss, and stress, providing compassionate support throughout their journey. With extensive experience in working with high-risk teens, he employs a diverse range of theoretical approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused techniques, to tailor the therapeutic journey to each individual's needs. Whether clients seek individual, couples, family, or child counseling, Charles is committed to guiding them through topics like grief and loss, anxiety, depression, personal growth, and more. He is deeply passionate about fostering positive change and resilience in every client he serves.

Christina Tempesta, MS, LMFT, is a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist who passionately assists individuals, children, teens, families, and couples in striving for their best selves by utilizing their inherent strengths and fostering compassion. She understands that life and relationships are filled with both challenges and rewarding transitions, which offer valuable opportunities for self-discovery and relationship strengthening. Christina believes that by recognizing and understanding behavioral patterns, individuals can make informed choices on how to address them. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, she is committed to nurturing a therapeutic relationship that facilitates healing and growth, ensuring each client feels welcomed, safe, and truly listened to. Her areas of interest encompass children, teens, families, and parenthood, and she is a Certified Child & Adolescent Anxiety Treatment Professional. Christina collaborates closely with her clients and feels honored to be part of their journeys, providing support to help them feel unstuck and reconnect with their desired sense of self. She brings a rich set of therapeutic modalities to her practice, including Attachment-based therapy, Narrative therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and more, catering to a diverse range of needs.