Find a Therapist in Sonoma, CA

Kathy Allard is a dedicated and compassionate psychologist with a PhD and extensive experience in therapy across various modalities including couples, individuals, and family sessions. With a special focus on trauma and PTSD, she adeptly assists adults and elders over the age of 65 in navigating relationship issues and dissociative disorders. Kathy’s approach is eclectic and integrates multiple therapy types, such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), EMDR, and the Gottman Method, ensuring that each client receives personalized care tailored to their needs. Her warm demeanor and commitment to fostering healing relationships create a comforting environment for those seeking to understand and overcome their challenges. Kathy believes deeply in the power of compassion and connection, guiding her clients through their journeys with empathy and understanding.

Nidza Clarke, a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist with an MS and LMFT, specializes in guiding teenagers and adults through life’s challenging moments. With a deep understanding of how transitions can leave individuals feeling stuck or overwhelmed, she creates a supportive space for clients to explore their emotions and aspirations. Nidza believes that therapy is a powerful tool to help individuals gain clarity and confidence in their relationships and daily lives. In her practice, she collaborates with individuals to uncover the obstacles standing between them and the fulfilling life they envision. She is adept at addressing symptoms associated with anxiety, depression, life transitions, past trauma, and family dynamics. Through her expertise in a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Attachment-based therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Nidza empowers her clients to develop new strategies and coping skills tailored to their unique needs. With a focus on respect and empathy, Nidza walks alongside her clients, fostering an environment that encourages genuine change and growth. Together, they set and achieve meaningful goals, transforming challenges into opportunities for progress and healing.

Darice Elaine Dekker is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, specializing in guiding individuals through their most challenging emotional landscapes. She works with a diverse clientele, including preteens, children, teens, elders, and adults, helping them find their way through difficulties such as anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues. With a compassionate and culturally sensitive approach, Darice employs various therapeutic modalities, including Compassion Focused, Play Therapy, Emotionally Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She fosters a safe and nurturing environment, empowering clients to explore the roots of their challenges and work towards self-acceptance and healing. Drawing from 26 years of experience as an educator, her work is heavily informed by her deep understanding of family dynamics and relationships. Areas of special interest include family relationships, depression, anxiety, grief, domestic violence, trauma, gender identity, and eating disorders, making her a versatile therapist capable of addressing a spectrum of needs.

Julieanna Gonsalves, LMFT, is dedicated to empowering perfectionistic women and teenage girls to overcome their inner struggles, which often lead to debilitating mental and emotional stresses. She specializes in addressing anxiety, body image issues, unhelpful eating behaviors, and depression. Many of her clients find that their perfectionism interferes with their sense of self and diminishes their joy. Through her nurturing and compassionate approach, Julieanna helps individuals reflect on the impact of self-criticism on their perceptions and confidence. Julieanna's expertise encompasses a variety of effective modalities, ensuring a tailored therapeutic experience that addresses each unique individual's needs.

Meet Zack Medoff, a dedicated Psychologist with a PhD, committed to guiding individuals, couples, and families through their emotional challenges. He understands how feelings of sadness, worry, anger, and shame can impact one’s life, often leading to a paralyzing sense of dread when facing difficult decisions. Zack emphasizes that those seeking help are making a brave and healthy choice, and he believes it’s essential to recognize that no one is inherently flawed. With his expertise in various therapeutic modalities—including Attachment-based, Humanistic, and Emotionally Focused therapies—Zack creates a nurturing environment that fosters emotional awareness and safety. He is particularly passionate about helping couples and families repair and restore their connections, recognizing that finding balance and connection is vital to a fulfilling life. While therapy may present challenges, Zack inspires hope by highlighting the profound rewards of safety, security, happiness, and fulfillment. He is eager to support those on their journeys to well-being, creating a space where true change can flourish.

Lily Rossman is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist (MA, LMFT) who embraces a holistic approach to healing. She skillfully integrates various modalities, theories, and techniques to tailor each session to the unique needs of her clients. Trained in Attachment-based EMDR, Lily has found this method especially effective in addressing old traumas and PTSD symptoms. Her somatic therapy practices aid individuals in connecting their emotional experiences to their physical bodies, complemented by meditation, mindfulness, and a healthy dose of humor. Lily fosters a relaxed and welcoming environment where clients feel comfortable to share and express themselves authentically. She specializes in Pregnancy and Postpartum, recognizing that the journey to motherhood can be both challenging and rewarding. She offers support in areas such as attachment, bonding, birth planning, postpartum depression and anxiety, and navigating the dynamics of relationships during this significant transition. Committed to the individuality of each client, Lily approaches therapy with an open heart and open mind, deeply trusting in the therapeutic process. With a profound understanding of life's ups and downs, she provides the invaluable support her clients need on their journeys of self-discovery and growth.

Dr. Mary McCrystal is a Marriage & Family Therapist dedicated to catalyzing inspired transformations for those navigating transitions in life. She provides individuals with a fresh perspective to address any obstacles that may be hindering their progress. With a passion for working with clients ready for growth and change, Dr. McCrystal supports her clients in harnessing the power of visualization, intentional creativity, and the creation of sacred spaces. Clients often find themselves one step closer to feeling empowered and passionate about life under her guidance. As a Depth Psychotherapist, she believes that the art of psychotherapy serves as a pathway back to self, fostering healthier relationships with family, community, and the world. Dr. McCrystal's clinical expertise is further enriched by her personal life experiences, granting her a profound understanding of the diverse range of challenges, traumas, and transitional phases people encounter. Drawing from her extensive training in Jungian, Somatic, and Energy psychology, complemented by over two decades of experience with various non-western body, mind, and subtle body healing practices, she offers unique insights into the complexities of modern challenges.

Jana Morgan is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist with 20 years of experience in guiding individuals toward a healthier and more fulfilling life. She specializes in addressing mood disorders, relationship issues, and emotional disturbances through engaging dialogue and a blend of mind-body/somatic and psychodynamic approaches. Jana helps her clients achieve balance, improved sleep, and deeper connections in their relationships by offering a safe space for healing and growth. With expertise in various therapy modalities including Expressive Arts, Trauma Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, she works collaboratively with individuals, couples, and groups, tailoring her methods to meet the unique needs of each person. Additionally, she provides support for those experiencing psychosis and works with partners of individuals with Asperger's Syndrome. For clients seeking intensive therapy, Jana is open to increasing session frequency to foster stability and promote gradual, lasting change. Her warm, compassionate approach makes her particularly attuned to artists and empaths, ensuring a compassionate healing journey for all who enter her care.

Margaret Oh is a compassionate and interactive pre-licensed professional therapist specializing in assisting individuals and families with diverse values, cultures, and belief systems. She recognizes that conflicting values can create barriers to happiness and fulfillment, and she believes in the transformative power of clarifying one's values to foster personal growth. With a warm and empathetic approach, Margaret provides a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore and examine the beliefs that may be hindering their well-being. Her expertise extends to working with children, teens, and families navigating lifestyle changes and transitions, helping them address relationship issues, low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. By utilizing techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Narrative Therapy, Margaret guides clients through their challenges. Her unique background, including a diverse life lived across Korea, Hong Kong, and Canada, alongside her transition from a career in marketing and finance to mental health, enriches her therapeutic perspective. Margaret is eager to journey alongside clients as they seek the happiness, peace, and success they desire.

Kimmy Peterson is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist (MA, LMFT) who understands that therapy is a deeply personal experience. She recognizes the many points of transition, uncertainty, and challenge that individuals face throughout their lives. During these times, it is common for people to feel overwhelmed and unsure, and Kimmy believes that these challenges can best be navigated with the support of a trusted professional. Kimmy honors the bravery it takes to reach out for help and strives to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for her clients as they embark on their therapeutic journeys. Her therapeutic approach is holistic, person-centered, and collaborative. Kimmy believes that each individual is on a unique path and tailors her methods to suit their specific needs. She utilizes a variety of innovative tools and coping strategies focused on Mindfulness-Based therapies, Positive Psychology, and Cognitive Behavioral techniques, ensuring clients gain lasting results as they progress. Through her guidance, clients will engage in self-discovery and learn to access their inner strengths. Together, they will work toward creating balance and inner peace, fostering healthy relationships with themselves and others.

Hannah Philbin is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist with credentials as an LMFT and LPCC. She believes that symptoms often signal areas of one’s life that need care and attention, and that is where her work begins. Hannah assists clients in exploring what troubles them, aiming to uncover deeper truths and expand their understanding. With a focus on innate resilience, she offers a compassionate space where clients can feel heard. Her approach involves shifting thoughts, words, and actions to provide relief while developing enhanced coping skills. Hannah acknowledges that sometimes the healing journey involves discomfort before it gets better. For those who are ready to stop avoiding difficult emotions and are eager to implement meaningful changes, Hannah is here to guide them through the process. She emphasizes simplicity in her approach, breaking things down to foster curiosity and reduce judgment. By examining language, relationships, and long-embedded narratives, clients gain insights into their subconscious. Hannah has experienced profound growth through support, compassion, and, at times, tough counsel, which has led her to a sense of peace and purpose. This motivates her to offer similar transformative experiences to others. Trust in the process; you are worth it.

Victoria Rohrer is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist (MS, LMFT) who is passionate about supporting adolescents, adults, and seniors in navigating their mental health challenges. Specializing in women’s issues, trauma, PTSD, and codependency, she employs a Person-Centered counseling approach that prioritizes the individual's experience in a judgment-free environment. Victoria believes that therapy is a collaborative process requiring effort, vulnerability, and self-reflection. She emphasizes that the foundation of successful therapy is a strong therapeutic relationship, built on honesty, integrity, trust, respect, and even a touch of laughter. With extensive experience in providing short-term counseling and crisis intervention for those facing depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and trauma, she founded her private practice to ensure accessible services in Sonoma. Victoria excels in creating a safe space for individuals and families to explore their strengths and challenges and to facilitate their journey toward achieving personal goals.

Dr. Janet Cain, a psychologist with a PhD, brings 40 years of wisdom, training, and knowledge combined with contemporary therapeutic methods for children, teens, adults, and elders. Her primary focus is to aid individuals in understanding themselves and achieving a positive journey in their lives. With the belief that we are all authoring our own stories, Dr. Cain feels honored to assist clients in turning a new chapter towards positivity. In addition to her extensive psychological expertise, she has personally navigated various challenges, which enriches the empathy and relatability she brings to her practice.