Therapists in Thousand Oaks, CA
Cayley Stevenson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
"You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending-" C.S Lewis. Making changes in one's life can be difficult. Whether you feel you are being held back due to your past or your current circumstances, I would like to help you navigate the many challenges of life. You are the expert of your life, in the driver's seat, I am just here to help navigate you to becoming the best version of yourself. My approach is client centered, using Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and DBT concepts to help you develop skills in order to achieve the changes you desire and ultimately reach your goals.
"You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending-" C.S Lewis. Making changes in one's life can be difficult. Whether you feel you are being held back due to your past or your current circumstances, I would like to help you navigate the many challenges of life. You are the expert of your life, in the driver's seat, I am just here to help navigate you to becoming the best version of yourself. My approach is client centered, using Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and DBT concepts to help you develop skills in order to achieve the changes you desire and ultimately reach your goals.
Kara Ranes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 (Online Only)
I work collaboratively with clients to identify and explore thought and behavioral patterns that are contributing to emotional distress and overall dissatisfaction in life. I provide a safe, calm, and contained space in which clients can feel comfortable exploring the issues that have brought them to therapy. I'm open-minded, objective, and non-judgemental, so you can feel comfortable, heard, and understood.
I work collaboratively with clients to identify and explore thought and behavioral patterns that are contributing to emotional distress and overall dissatisfaction in life. I provide a safe, calm, and contained space in which clients can feel comfortable exploring the issues that have brought them to therapy. I'm open-minded, objective, and non-judgemental, so you can feel comfortable, heard, and understood.
Xochitl Roman-Canales
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in the treatment of children. I work closely with children and their parents to ensure a feeling of safety and connection. I strive to create a nonjudgmental space where children and their parents can feel safe to express their authentic selves. In sessions, I will utilize play-based and art-based techniques to support the therapeutic process while acknowledging that every individual is unique. I support clients with communication, self-expression, self-awareness, managing feelings of anxiety, and growing their toolbox of coping skills.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in the treatment of children. I work closely with children and their parents to ensure a feeling of safety and connection. I strive to create a nonjudgmental space where children and their parents can feel safe to express their authentic selves. In sessions, I will utilize play-based and art-based techniques to support the therapeutic process while acknowledging that every individual is unique. I support clients with communication, self-expression, self-awareness, managing feelings of anxiety, and growing their toolbox of coping skills.
Helia Ziaee Couples Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91359 (Online Only)
I provide mental health counseling to help and guide my client(s) find a balanced life by providing a safe space to process and talk about family issues, marital conflict, job stressors, fertility, postpartum, alcohol and substance use along with other mental health concerns they may be experiencing. The therapeutic alliance is the pillar of the therapeutic process and growth. Having worked in this field for almost a decade, I believe my greatest strength is the ability to connect and empathize with my clients while building on their life skills.
I provide mental health counseling to help and guide my client(s) find a balanced life by providing a safe space to process and talk about family issues, marital conflict, job stressors, fertility, postpartum, alcohol and substance use along with other mental health concerns they may be experiencing. The therapeutic alliance is the pillar of the therapeutic process and growth. Having worked in this field for almost a decade, I believe my greatest strength is the ability to connect and empathize with my clients while building on their life skills.
Morgan Mendoza
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Sometimes we experience challenges that make us feel as though our problems are out of our control and no one understands. My goal is to be of support to you and aid you in learning how to maneuver everyday challenges. Whether you want to increase self-esteem, improve boundaries, address anxiety/depression or create fulfilling and meaningful relationships, I will work beside you in a warm and empathic environment to help you achieve your goals.
Sometimes we experience challenges that make us feel as though our problems are out of our control and no one understands. My goal is to be of support to you and aid you in learning how to maneuver everyday challenges. Whether you want to increase self-esteem, improve boundaries, address anxiety/depression or create fulfilling and meaningful relationships, I will work beside you in a warm and empathic environment to help you achieve your goals.
Stazan K Sina
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Although I work with children and adolescents individually, working with them alone is not sufficient. As a parent myself, I am very aware of what it is like for me to entrust my childrens' care into the hands of another. In order for treatment to be successful and for my clients to feel secure in the treatment process, I thus believe it is essential to incorporate working with parents into the treatment of the child. In addition to specializing in treating children and adolescents, I also offer services to college-aged individuals and older adults.
Although I work with children and adolescents individually, working with them alone is not sufficient. As a parent myself, I am very aware of what it is like for me to entrust my childrens' care into the hands of another. In order for treatment to be successful and for my clients to feel secure in the treatment process, I thus believe it is essential to incorporate working with parents into the treatment of the child. In addition to specializing in treating children and adolescents, I also offer services to college-aged individuals and older adults.
Music Matterz, Neurologic Music Therapy Practice
MT-BC, NMT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
We treat all populations, from NICU infants to hospice. We are Board Certified (MT-BC), Neurologic Music Therapists (NMT), who specialize in trauma, PTSD, geriatric, NICU, and autism. We offer highly personalized, specialized, HIPAA compliant, music therapy services, (in-person and via Telehealth), in both individual and group formats. Domain areas include motor and language, social, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral. We use standardized, evidenced-based, and peer-reviewed techniques, using music within a therapeutic relationship, to address non-musical goals.
We treat all populations, from NICU infants to hospice. We are Board Certified (MT-BC), Neurologic Music Therapists (NMT), who specialize in trauma, PTSD, geriatric, NICU, and autism. We offer highly personalized, specialized, HIPAA compliant, music therapy services, (in-person and via Telehealth), in both individual and group formats. Domain areas include motor and language, social, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral. We use standardized, evidenced-based, and peer-reviewed techniques, using music within a therapeutic relationship, to address non-musical goals.
Elizabeth Payne
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 (Online Only)
Elizabeth Payne is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who provides therapy in the state of California. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) with the National Board for Certified Counselors. She has over 5 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who are coping with a range of challenges, including anxiety, life transitions, depression, substance abuse, and trauma. Elizabeth works with clients to help them find clarity, develop self-acceptance and inner strength, learning healthy coping skills to live the best life.
Elizabeth Payne is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who provides therapy in the state of California. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) with the National Board for Certified Counselors. She has over 5 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who are coping with a range of challenges, including anxiety, life transitions, depression, substance abuse, and trauma. Elizabeth works with clients to help them find clarity, develop self-acceptance and inner strength, learning healthy coping skills to live the best life.
Rozhin Afshar
Registered Psychological Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
Whether welcomed or unwelcomed, life transitions and events happen to all of us. Many times, it can be challenging to manage these adjustments on our own. The challenges you face daily influence how you see and feel about yourself, which in turn impacts your relationships with yourself and others. With patience and expertise, Rozhin assists her clients in learning how to manage and adapt to these changes. Her patients have seen improvements in their interpersonal relationships, and relationship with self. Through the practice of self-compassion, she encourages her clients to develop and evolve into their authentic selves.
Whether welcomed or unwelcomed, life transitions and events happen to all of us. Many times, it can be challenging to manage these adjustments on our own. The challenges you face daily influence how you see and feel about yourself, which in turn impacts your relationships with yourself and others. With patience and expertise, Rozhin assists her clients in learning how to manage and adapt to these changes. Her patients have seen improvements in their interpersonal relationships, and relationship with self. Through the practice of self-compassion, she encourages her clients to develop and evolve into their authentic selves.
Chelsea Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 (Online Only)
I believe that every person's life is affected by the circumstances and individuals surrounding them. We live in a world that is interconnected. Thus, it is through understanding those connections and influences that we can find peace and meaning in our lives. Whether you are a youth, young adult, elder, lover, loner, or anything in between. You have a life story that is being created around you. Those who take action in their life find the most happiness. It is up to you to either sit back or take an active role in its creation.
I believe that every person's life is affected by the circumstances and individuals surrounding them. We live in a world that is interconnected. Thus, it is through understanding those connections and influences that we can find peace and meaning in our lives. Whether you are a youth, young adult, elder, lover, loner, or anything in between. You have a life story that is being created around you. Those who take action in their life find the most happiness. It is up to you to either sit back or take an active role in its creation.
Samantha Dalene Garfinkel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 (Online Only)
There are times when we experience phases of anxiety, depression, stress and exhaustion and wonder how to feel “better.” I bring unconditional, positive regard and active listening along with skills to help you and/or your loved one(s) move through those challenging times. I have experience working with individuals with substance abuse, survivors of trauma, shame, adolescence, adults, depression, anxiety and emotional disturbances. My goal is to support you and/or your loved one(s) during the healing process and assist in developing new patterns of behavior and thoughts.
There are times when we experience phases of anxiety, depression, stress and exhaustion and wonder how to feel “better.” I bring unconditional, positive regard and active listening along with skills to help you and/or your loved one(s) move through those challenging times. I have experience working with individuals with substance abuse, survivors of trauma, shame, adolescence, adults, depression, anxiety and emotional disturbances. My goal is to support you and/or your loved one(s) during the healing process and assist in developing new patterns of behavior and thoughts.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in California with over 20 years of experience working as Social Worker in Adult Protective Services, Emergency Room Trauma Social Worker, Mental Health Inpatient Clinician, and life coach, and the state prison system. My approach is styled to fit what you will feel will meet your needs, you are the expert in you. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, justice system and military issues .
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in California with over 20 years of experience working as Social Worker in Adult Protective Services, Emergency Room Trauma Social Worker, Mental Health Inpatient Clinician, and life coach, and the state prison system. My approach is styled to fit what you will feel will meet your needs, you are the expert in you. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, justice system and military issues .
Hayley Willis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
Text or Call (747) 666-7331. I utilize an integrative, strength-based and trauma-informed approach, which includes narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, feminist therapy, humanistic therapy, and mindfulness techniques. Using an integrative approach allows me to tailor treatment uniquely to you. This is your story, your space, and your time to begin thriving! For additional resources, you can follow my professional Facebook and Instagram pages called: Heartwood Therapy.
Text or Call (747) 666-7331. I utilize an integrative, strength-based and trauma-informed approach, which includes narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, feminist therapy, humanistic therapy, and mindfulness techniques. Using an integrative approach allows me to tailor treatment uniquely to you. This is your story, your space, and your time to begin thriving! For additional resources, you can follow my professional Facebook and Instagram pages called: Heartwood Therapy.
Lisa White
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Many have experienced traumatic events in their lives, such as violent incidents, divorce, accidents, or various types of abuse. These events often change the way one perceives and relates to the world, their relationships, their faith and themselves. I create a safe place to help one heal from these events and effects and provide tools to promote healthy choices for a better life. I have been in practice for over 35 years treating individuals, couples. Besides trauma I specialize in anxiety, depression and relationship issues. I am trained in EMDR. I also offer telemedicine.
Many have experienced traumatic events in their lives, such as violent incidents, divorce, accidents, or various types of abuse. These events often change the way one perceives and relates to the world, their relationships, their faith and themselves. I create a safe place to help one heal from these events and effects and provide tools to promote healthy choices for a better life. I have been in practice for over 35 years treating individuals, couples. Besides trauma I specialize in anxiety, depression and relationship issues. I am trained in EMDR. I also offer telemedicine.
Melissa Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 (Online Only)
Melissa Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 24 years of experience supporting individuals and their families during challenging times, which often includes dealing with difficult life transitions, work or personal stressors, undeveloped coping skills, new or chronic medical conditions, grief, loss, compassion fatigue, anxiety.
Melissa Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 24 years of experience supporting individuals and their families during challenging times, which often includes dealing with difficult life transitions, work or personal stressors, undeveloped coping skills, new or chronic medical conditions, grief, loss, compassion fatigue, anxiety.
Joseph Garett Sparks
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
Reaching out for help takes courage and strength. My approach to therapy is to work collaboratively in order to effectively use that courage and strength to produce effective growth and change. I specialize in working with individuals of all ages who are experiencing substance use and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety and depression. I have a passion for working with couple who are experiencing communication struggles within their relationship. I have extensive experience in working with individuals who experience substance use, anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-worth, low self-esteem.
Reaching out for help takes courage and strength. My approach to therapy is to work collaboratively in order to effectively use that courage and strength to produce effective growth and change. I specialize in working with individuals of all ages who are experiencing substance use and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety and depression. I have a passion for working with couple who are experiencing communication struggles within their relationship. I have extensive experience in working with individuals who experience substance use, anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-worth, low self-esteem.
Linda Comin
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
Today’s world presents each of us many challenges. Life’s challenges, are our best classrooms because they present us with dilemmas that necessitate stimulating solutions. As a practicing psychologist for decades, I know all too well that these solutions can be difficult to access. At times we simply do not have the life experience to meet the current challenging situation. This is when it is beneficial to obtain an outside, unbiased, and alternative solution. For each of us these challenges may be different, such as, personal, spiritual, educational, career, illness, or grief.
Today’s world presents each of us many challenges. Life’s challenges, are our best classrooms because they present us with dilemmas that necessitate stimulating solutions. As a practicing psychologist for decades, I know all too well that these solutions can be difficult to access. At times we simply do not have the life experience to meet the current challenging situation. This is when it is beneficial to obtain an outside, unbiased, and alternative solution. For each of us these challenges may be different, such as, personal, spiritual, educational, career, illness, or grief.
Venice May Angel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
My name is Venice Angel licensed as an LCSW94926, I always begin each session where my patient is, focus on their want and needs and work to empower and reduce stress anxiety, and/or depression. I am a trauma therapist and will pull in various interventions to reduce toxic thinking and incongruence in thought. I will work to reduce stressors through guided meditations and affirmations. I use CBT/DBT/TFCBT/EMDR on a regular basis.
My name is Venice Angel licensed as an LCSW94926, I always begin each session where my patient is, focus on their want and needs and work to empower and reduce stress anxiety, and/or depression. I am a trauma therapist and will pull in various interventions to reduce toxic thinking and incongruence in thought. I will work to reduce stressors through guided meditations and affirmations. I use CBT/DBT/TFCBT/EMDR on a regular basis.
Pejman Kosari
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Do you find yourself struggling with episodes of sadness? Do you feel anxious or have difficulty managing your emotions? Have you lost interest in activities you once enjoyed? Have you gone through a traumatic experience and continue to have flashbacks? If so, I can help you make sense of your past experiences so that you can live a life full of joy. You have the ability to live the life you so desire, and today you are one step closer to fulfilling that dream.
Do you find yourself struggling with episodes of sadness? Do you feel anxious or have difficulty managing your emotions? Have you lost interest in activities you once enjoyed? Have you gone through a traumatic experience and continue to have flashbacks? If so, I can help you make sense of your past experiences so that you can live a life full of joy. You have the ability to live the life you so desire, and today you are one step closer to fulfilling that dream.
Affordable Therapy Los Angeles
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 (Online Only)
We offer Telehealth in California on a sliding fee scale as low as $30 a session. We work with individuals, couples, children, and families. We will help you learn better communication skills for your relationships as will as help relieve any symptoms of anxiety and depression. Our therapy/counseling is confidential and you will meet your therapist online in the privacy of your own space. Visit our website at Affordabletherapyla.com and call us at 818-907-7974 Your phone call will be returned in 24 hours. No wait list and no insurance is required. We are here to help.
We offer Telehealth in California on a sliding fee scale as low as $30 a session. We work with individuals, couples, children, and families. We will help you learn better communication skills for your relationships as will as help relieve any symptoms of anxiety and depression. Our therapy/counseling is confidential and you will meet your therapist online in the privacy of your own space. Visit our website at Affordabletherapyla.com and call us at 818-907-7974 Your phone call will be returned in 24 hours. No wait list and no insurance is required. We are here to help.
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Number of Therapists in Thousand Oaks, CA
600+
Average cost per session
$165
Therapists in Thousand Oaks, CA who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
91% | Depression |
79% | Relationship Issues |
71% | Self Esteem |
69% | Coping Skills |
68% | Trauma and PTSD |
63% | Grief |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
69% | Cigna and Evernorth |
64% | Optum |
63% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Thousand Oaks, CA see their clients
79% | In Person and Online | |
21% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.