Therapists in Thousand Oaks, CA
Lance H Rachels
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
If you are looking to become a better, happier, and healthier person and would like to gain a deeper understanding and love for yourself and others, I can help you. Psychotherapy can improve the quality of your life and/or manage more serious issues such as depression, anxiety, and grief. The process focuses on comfortably connecting with you in a confidential and empathetic, therapeutic setting. Our work will focus on balancing immediate symptom reduction with long-term growth and change. You can expect an honest exploration of family systems, attachment, and trauma, which can sometimes interfere with our ability to thrive.
If you are looking to become a better, happier, and healthier person and would like to gain a deeper understanding and love for yourself and others, I can help you. Psychotherapy can improve the quality of your life and/or manage more serious issues such as depression, anxiety, and grief. The process focuses on comfortably connecting with you in a confidential and empathetic, therapeutic setting. Our work will focus on balancing immediate symptom reduction with long-term growth and change. You can expect an honest exploration of family systems, attachment, and trauma, which can sometimes interfere with our ability to thrive.
Christopher A Burr
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
My couples therapy work has spanned 20 years. In addition to the attraction and happiness of being a couple, there are always challenges. I use an interactional model to help you understand the sources of difficulties so that you can emerge from therapy with ways of solving conflicts. I have worked with couples who are thinking of moving in or marrying, are married or living together, are considering divorce. are divorcing or are in post divorce situations. Parenting issues are an area of particular interest to me.
My couples therapy work has spanned 20 years. In addition to the attraction and happiness of being a couple, there are always challenges. I use an interactional model to help you understand the sources of difficulties so that you can emerge from therapy with ways of solving conflicts. I have worked with couples who are thinking of moving in or marrying, are married or living together, are considering divorce. are divorcing or are in post divorce situations. Parenting issues are an area of particular interest to me.
Daishea Poole
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
Kathryn Potts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 (Online Only)
Kathy Potts is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 9 years in the field of counseling. Kathy has a strong background in working with adolescents who have criminal behavior and with their families for the purpose of reunification. She also has experience working with grief and loss with all ages. Kathy specializes in trauma work, relationship issues, family counseling, grief and loss, and major life transitions. She feels strongly about helping others move forward through life's challenges with hope. Kathy’s personal experience as a wife and mother of six has allowed her a diverse outlook on overcoming stress and family.
Kathy Potts is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 9 years in the field of counseling. Kathy has a strong background in working with adolescents who have criminal behavior and with their families for the purpose of reunification. She also has experience working with grief and loss with all ages. Kathy specializes in trauma work, relationship issues, family counseling, grief and loss, and major life transitions. She feels strongly about helping others move forward through life's challenges with hope. Kathy’s personal experience as a wife and mother of six has allowed her a diverse outlook on overcoming stress and family.
Yasaman Sharifi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 (Online Only)
A beautiful day begins with a beautiful mindset- Anonymous. I assist clients with more in-depth treatment during the sessions to address the roots of the present problems and issues by addressing and identifying maladaptive thoughts, and conscious and subconscious mind to create an individualized treatment that fits with individuals' current issues and challenges while creating a safe environment to build strength, balanced, peaceful life within and with others. I have extensive experience and background working with children, teens, adults, couples, families, and group sessions to help you overcome your challenges via telehealth.
A beautiful day begins with a beautiful mindset- Anonymous. I assist clients with more in-depth treatment during the sessions to address the roots of the present problems and issues by addressing and identifying maladaptive thoughts, and conscious and subconscious mind to create an individualized treatment that fits with individuals' current issues and challenges while creating a safe environment to build strength, balanced, peaceful life within and with others. I have extensive experience and background working with children, teens, adults, couples, families, and group sessions to help you overcome your challenges via telehealth.
Mara Bruckner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 (Online Only)
While I have a strong and lengthy background in treating autistic spectrum disorders (including PDD and Asperger's) from toddler age to adults, including counseling for "mixed" couples (one on the autistic spectrum and the other "neurotypical"), I have had good results with individuals who are struggling with a variety of different issues, including: anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD and other learning or developmental disorders. Currently, as I am doing virtual sessions exclusively, I am only working with adults at this time.
While I have a strong and lengthy background in treating autistic spectrum disorders (including PDD and Asperger's) from toddler age to adults, including counseling for "mixed" couples (one on the autistic spectrum and the other "neurotypical"), I have had good results with individuals who are struggling with a variety of different issues, including: anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD and other learning or developmental disorders. Currently, as I am doing virtual sessions exclusively, I am only working with adults at this time.
Jay Orlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
I'm Jay Orlin, a licensed Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 45 years of experience. I work with adults and couples struggling with relationship issues, grief, anxiety, and stress. I understand the complexities of the corporate workplace very well. I am completely comfortable working with almost any lifestyle or sexual orientation. I rely a lot on my intuition and our connection to co-discover with you what will best contribute to your healing. I bring 100% of myself to the sessions and will go the extra mile to help if I can.
I'm Jay Orlin, a licensed Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 45 years of experience. I work with adults and couples struggling with relationship issues, grief, anxiety, and stress. I understand the complexities of the corporate workplace very well. I am completely comfortable working with almost any lifestyle or sexual orientation. I rely a lot on my intuition and our connection to co-discover with you what will best contribute to your healing. I bring 100% of myself to the sessions and will go the extra mile to help if I can.
Dr. Dzovak Kazandjian
Psychologist, Psy D
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
I am a licensed clinical psychologist at Lifespan who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and families, providing both therapy and psychological testing. Testing includes assessing for attention, learning, and autism in children and teens. I received my doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Loma Linda University, and completed an APA accredited postdoctoral residency at Kaiser Permanente in Northern California. In my graduate training, I have worked within outpatient, hospital, and community mental health settings. I am located in Westlake Village with Lifespan: A Center for Family Psychological Services.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist at Lifespan who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and families, providing both therapy and psychological testing. Testing includes assessing for attention, learning, and autism in children and teens. I received my doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Loma Linda University, and completed an APA accredited postdoctoral residency at Kaiser Permanente in Northern California. In my graduate training, I have worked within outpatient, hospital, and community mental health settings. I am located in Westlake Village with Lifespan: A Center for Family Psychological Services.
Caitlin McCall
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 (Online Only)
Hello! You’ve made the first and most important step in your healing journey! Are you looking for a safe space to process your trauma? Learn to set clear boundaries? Strengthen your self-understanding and self-compassion? Find new hope and growth? You have found yourself in the perfect space. My goal is to provide my clients with a safe, warm, and welcoming space to process through the difficult patches of life. Together, we will work together to strengthen your life narrative and carve new pathways for growth and deeper meaning. With the right tools crafted to meet your unique needs, growth and self-empowerment are possible.
Hello! You’ve made the first and most important step in your healing journey! Are you looking for a safe space to process your trauma? Learn to set clear boundaries? Strengthen your self-understanding and self-compassion? Find new hope and growth? You have found yourself in the perfect space. My goal is to provide my clients with a safe, warm, and welcoming space to process through the difficult patches of life. Together, we will work together to strengthen your life narrative and carve new pathways for growth and deeper meaning. With the right tools crafted to meet your unique needs, growth and self-empowerment are possible.
Kaitlyn Hensley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
That pit in your stomach, thoughts racing, panicky feeling, or feelings of hopelessness and sadness that you just can’t seem to shake. Feelings of anxiety and depression can be tough to tackle alone. Taking time to explore what you’re feeling and understanding why you are feeling or thinking that way can lift the heavy weight that you have been carrying with you.
That pit in your stomach, thoughts racing, panicky feeling, or feelings of hopelessness and sadness that you just can’t seem to shake. Feelings of anxiety and depression can be tough to tackle alone. Taking time to explore what you’re feeling and understanding why you are feeling or thinking that way can lift the heavy weight that you have been carrying with you.
Jill Black
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
My approach to therapy is active and direct, yet compassionate. Together, we will explore to find solutions that will bring you positive change and happiness. I work using a variety of modalities including EMDR, psychodynamic, and DBT in order to customize your treatment for maximum and lasting results.
My approach to therapy is active and direct, yet compassionate. Together, we will explore to find solutions that will bring you positive change and happiness. I work using a variety of modalities including EMDR, psychodynamic, and DBT in order to customize your treatment for maximum and lasting results.
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Psychologist, PsyD, BCBA-D
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Every person sometimes struggles with difficult situations or feelings. I know seeking help can be scary. However, I truly believe that you can make positive changes in your life, and I would like to help. I strive to create a warm, supportive and collaborate environment, where clients can feel safe to work through difficult emotions, thoughts and experiences. As a cognitive behavioral therapist I believe that our thoughts influence our feelings and mood, which, in turn, influence our choices. I strive to give clients the tools and strategies to feel empowered to make positive and healthy changes in their life.
Every person sometimes struggles with difficult situations or feelings. I know seeking help can be scary. However, I truly believe that you can make positive changes in your life, and I would like to help. I strive to create a warm, supportive and collaborate environment, where clients can feel safe to work through difficult emotions, thoughts and experiences. As a cognitive behavioral therapist I believe that our thoughts influence our feelings and mood, which, in turn, influence our choices. I strive to give clients the tools and strategies to feel empowered to make positive and healthy changes in their life.
Alan Richard Valdes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 (Online Only)
One who is experiencing any type of relationship issue, that is wanting to work on themselves and continue to strengthen either themselves or their relationship by working through the challenges that have exposed areas of growth in the individual.
One who is experiencing any type of relationship issue, that is wanting to work on themselves and continue to strengthen either themselves or their relationship by working through the challenges that have exposed areas of growth in the individual.
Suzanne Grace
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 (Online Only)
My desire is to help you live a full life, to listen openly and without bias and to understand you outside of your problems; to help you see that you have strengths and resources that will help you get through this difficult time or the challenges you face. My goal is to help you feel hopeful again. As a couple's therapist, (I also am a collaborative divorce therapist, mediator, coach, and parent coordinator) my goal is to help the couple heal or learn how to move forward in a positive manner. I am passionate about women's issues, including peri- and post-partum, loss, infertility, and grief and work with military and their families
My desire is to help you live a full life, to listen openly and without bias and to understand you outside of your problems; to help you see that you have strengths and resources that will help you get through this difficult time or the challenges you face. My goal is to help you feel hopeful again. As a couple's therapist, (I also am a collaborative divorce therapist, mediator, coach, and parent coordinator) my goal is to help the couple heal or learn how to move forward in a positive manner. I am passionate about women's issues, including peri- and post-partum, loss, infertility, and grief and work with military and their families
Fred Harlan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MA, MFTI
Not Verified Not Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Are you missing the passion in your relationship? Does it seem like you and your significant other just can't communicate and you keep having the same arguments? Do you feel more like roommates than a couple? Are you finding it difficult to trust or has your trust been broken? Wondering whether the two of you are going to make it? I help couples re-establish the connection that brought them together, improve communication, increasing trust and acceptance, and creating lasting strategies to stay together.
Are you missing the passion in your relationship? Does it seem like you and your significant other just can't communicate and you keep having the same arguments? Do you feel more like roommates than a couple? Are you finding it difficult to trust or has your trust been broken? Wondering whether the two of you are going to make it? I help couples re-establish the connection that brought them together, improve communication, increasing trust and acceptance, and creating lasting strategies to stay together.
Jennifer Lara
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.
Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.
Beatrix Wagner
Psychologist, Psy D
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
I am a licensed psychologist at Lifespan who specializes in psychological testing and evaluations for attention, learning and memory problems in children, adolescents and adults. In addition to traditional forms of mental health treatment, I am trained in Neurofeedback and provide a customized treatment protocol tailored to each patient’s individual needs. I have extensive training in trauma, complex trauma, and PTSD and has worked with survivors of all ages.
I am a licensed psychologist at Lifespan who specializes in psychological testing and evaluations for attention, learning and memory problems in children, adolescents and adults. In addition to traditional forms of mental health treatment, I am trained in Neurofeedback and provide a customized treatment protocol tailored to each patient’s individual needs. I have extensive training in trauma, complex trauma, and PTSD and has worked with survivors of all ages.
Gina Ortiz Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 (Online Only)
I complement an eclectic therapeutic style with deep intuition and keen insight for a direct, but sensitive approach guiding couples to: 1) Learn techniques for leaning in to deepen connections. 2) Gain a clearer understanding of communication patterns. 3) Rediscover intimacy and rekindle the passion you once felt for each other. 4) Transform difficult conversations into moments of self-awareness and growth. 5) Understand how you show up in conflict and why. 6) And identify recurring relationship dynamics.
I complement an eclectic therapeutic style with deep intuition and keen insight for a direct, but sensitive approach guiding couples to: 1) Learn techniques for leaning in to deepen connections. 2) Gain a clearer understanding of communication patterns. 3) Rediscover intimacy and rekindle the passion you once felt for each other. 4) Transform difficult conversations into moments of self-awareness and growth. 5) Understand how you show up in conflict and why. 6) And identify recurring relationship dynamics.
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.
Jennifer Haigh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Thank you for visiting my profile, I am so glad you are here! I welcome clients of all ages – kids, teens, parents, families, couples, and adults – who are brave enough to seek support and who are committed to their well-being. Whether you are dealing with relationship conflicts, anxiety, mood disorders, substance use, loss, trauma and/or life transitions big or small, I am grounded in the belief that everyone can flourish to their fullest potential, and everyone has the power to rewrite their own story.
Thank you for visiting my profile, I am so glad you are here! I welcome clients of all ages – kids, teens, parents, families, couples, and adults – who are brave enough to seek support and who are committed to their well-being. Whether you are dealing with relationship conflicts, anxiety, mood disorders, substance use, loss, trauma and/or life transitions big or small, I am grounded in the belief that everyone can flourish to their fullest potential, and everyone has the power to rewrite their own story.
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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.