Top California children therapists who accept cash payments

The foundation of my practice is based on the respect I have for my clients, and my therapeutic approach is collaborative and tailored to your needs. As a trained and experienced therapist, I am not only technically objective, but also provide you with emotional nourishment and assistance as you work through problem areas in your life. Psychotherapy is about growth and transformation and equips you to overcome challenges impacting your family, job or relationships. My areas of expertise include addiction, relationship or job-related issues, depression, anxiety and stress. I employ solution focused therapy based on psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness approaches. I am also a qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) to evaluate employees who have violated a DOT drug and alcohol program regulation and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up, testing, and aftercare.

I am a board certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 13 years’ experience working with adults, adolescents, families, couples, and individuals of diverse backgrounds. I received specialty training in disaster, crisis, intervention, healthcare social work, trauma, psychosocial assessments and diagnoses. I provide both therapy and assessment services for children, young adults, individuals, and families using an integrated approach tailored to the unique needs of each new client. I worked in a variety of settings and with diverse clients, including both long-term and brief interventions. My areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, adjustment, mood disorders, aging, grief and loss. It takes great courage to reach out for help and I am happy to be there with you on your path toward personal wellbeing.

Hello, my name is Tora Miller. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in the field of mental health for the past 15yrs. Throughout my career, I have worked with diverse populations with an array of challenges including trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions and relationship issues. I am excited to be working with you to help you identify and develop the parts of you that you want to heal, change and enhance. My therapeutic relationship with you is centered on empowerment and hope. I am committed to promoting positive change with the belief that every person has unique capabilities and self - knowledge that, when identified and nurtured, can lead to transformative growth. My practice is grounded on respect, collaboration, support and offering a safe space to just be.

I help adults navigate the emotional ups and downs of life—with compassion, clarity, and real tools that make a difference. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, self-worth, or feeling stuck in a life transition, therapy can be a powerful way to reconnect with yourself and move forward with greater ease and purpose. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals through a wide range of challenges—including parenting stress, job burnout, career transitions, postpartum concerns, divorce and breakups, and imposter syndrome. My style is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. I meet you where you are, and together we’ll work toward the life you want to be living. Drawing from a range of evidence-based practices, I tailor each session to your unique goals, values, and lived experience. I honor the importance of diversity and believe that every person deserves a safe, affirming space to grow, heal, and be heard. Therapy with me isn’t about “fixing” you—it’s about helping you rediscover your strengths, gain clarity, and build the confidence to navigate life with greater resilience. If you’re ready to feel more grounded and empowered, I’d be honored to support you.

Hello! I am Ruby Nieto Padilla, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I have over 10 years of experience in working with adolescents, individuals and families in Southern California. I have worked in community mental health and enjoy working person centered, allowing you to take the lead in treatment and focusing on what you would like to process, manage and work on. My passion comes from helping you understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I specialize in in treating those with a history of traumatic experiences, grief and loss, depression of various intensities, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, relationship disputes, life transitions, parenting problems, and working with those who suffer from PTSD. Our work is collaborative, meaning you will be the expert in treatment and we go where you want to go in treatment. I use various evidenced based practices and techniques to assist you in reaching your clinical goals. Thank you for searching and hope to work with you soon! The youngest age I am open to working with is 13 years old.

My name is Veronica Hernandez, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker by training. With over 15 years of experience in the “helping profession”, I bring an array of experience from working in public mental health, offering employment assistance in the corporate setting and a trainer to community mental health providers. The services offered are strength based designed to empower individuals. Sessions can be in English and Spanish as I am bilingual (Spanish) and bicultural. I am currently a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in Training and completed Mark Wolynn's Inherited Family Trauma training. Having been involved with system/family constellation work since 2007.

My name is Jennifer Nathanson and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that specializes in individual counseling with young children, teens, and adults. I have over 12 years of experience serving children and families in various mental health and community settings. I focus on anxiety, depression, trauma, and any behaviors that impact daily living. My approach is to review family history and identify triggers to assist with setting healthy boundaries through the use of effective communication. I have provided parent child interaction therapy for young children with emotional and behavioral disorders. My goal with families and young children is to improve the quality of the parent child relationship. The aim is to enhance connections, reduce stress, and foster a supportive environment that encourages lasting positive growth.

I have worked with countless individuals from different walks of life and a wide array of concerns. Through therapy I’ve supported my clients as they made changes towards becoming the person they desired to be. I truly enjoy walking alongside people in their journey of personal growth and healing. If you find yourself struggling in your marriage and relationships or if you’re struggling from trauma, anxiety, depression, or are a woman dealing with pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum issues- I offer you my help. I love what I do and view my profession as one of the great callings in my life. I believe we should never go through life bottling up our pain, hurts, and secrets. We are not meant to go through life alone, so let’s go through this journey together.

Aloha, I’m Juliana, a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT) in California, dedicated to guiding women through deep healing and transformation. My journey into mental health began in 2009 after the profound loss of my father to suicide, an experience that shaped my commitment to understanding trauma, grief, and the complexities of the human experience. I have been licensed since 2017 and bring over 15 years of hands-on experience supporting adolescents, young adults, and families navigating trauma, relational wounds, and patterns that keep them feeling stuck. I believe that true healing is possible when we reconnect with the wisdom of the body, nurture our inner child, and embrace the hidden parts of ourselves with compassion. My work blends somatic practices, attachment-based therapy, and psycho-spiritual tools to help my clients build inner security, process accumulated pain, and reclaim their authentic voice. I integrate somatic awareness, inner child work, and shadow integration to guide women not just toward healing, but toward empowerment, transformation, and self-trust. My approach is warm, intuitive, and deeply integrative, honoring each woman exactly where she is. I meet clients with sensitivity to the cultural, spiritual, and personal dimensions that shape their daily experience. I specialize in trauma-focused therapy for women, helping them navigate grief, relational wounds, and life transitions with courage, insight, and compassion. Beyond therapy, I create programs designed to educate, support, and inspire, empowering women to remember their wholeness, rewrite old narratives, and cultivate the freedom to live authentically. My work is not about “fixing”—it’s about remembering, integrating, and transforming into the fullest expression of self.

I am licensed in California with 6 years of professional work experience working as a psychiatric social worker at Los Angeles County. I’ve worked as a therapist doing counseling, biopsychosocial assessments, creating treatment plan, crisis intervention and case management. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, incarceration, family dynamic, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I also have experience working with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders and substance abuse disorders. I’ve been utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with clients where thoughts, feelings and behavior are connected. I also utilize narrative therapy, solution focused therapy, problem solving therapy, exposure therapy, and behavioral therapy in my practice. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.