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Top family therapists in Thousand Oaks, CA

Strengthen family bonds in Thousand Oaks with Headway's network of 3,358 licensed providers experienced in family dynamics, communication, and relationship building. Access virtual or in-person sessions with compassionate professionals who understand the unique challenges families face today.

Erica Sandoval

Erica Sandoval

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have over 7 years of experience working with depression and anxiety disorders, trauma, couples, and other severe mental health concerns. My goal is to create a comfortable, safe space where you can begin your therapeutic journey with confidence and without judgment. Together, we can openly explore what you want in—and out of—life. If you don't know what that looks like yet, that's okay. We can figure it out together. Your goals may also change along the way, and therapy should have the flexibility to change with you.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Susan Stokes

Susan Stokes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is client-centered and holistic, drawing on my broad experience in mental health, education, and wellness.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lauren Chew

Lauren Chew

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced specific or prolonged trauma, mental health struggles, navigating healthy relationships...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lorraine Schwartz

Lorraine Schwartz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will ask you questions so you can find your own authentic answers. I speak plainly & provide a non-judgmental, safe environment where we can explore what's going on in your world at your pace.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tori Farris

Tori Farris

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach the mind and body as a continuous system. I understand the importance and preciousness of an attuned and compassionate therapy container.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jeffrey Maloney

Jeffrey Maloney

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I have been a psychologist for 44 years and worn many hats: schools, private practice, clinics and agencies. Experience counts for a lot! I am dedicated to my patients reducing their suffering.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Daniel Hollander

Daniel Hollander

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with individuals, couples, and families who are navigating a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma and healing, loss and grief, and relationship and parenting challenges. In addition to my training as a therapist, my practice is informed by my many years as a teacher, as well as by my life experience as a husband and father.

Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Noemi Flores

Noemi Flores

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you, helping you gain insight, explore new perspectives, and develop tools that fit who you are and where you want to go.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Michelle Renteria

Michelle Renteria

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm drawn to work that builds insight, strengthens resilience, and offers a gentle, warm, and direct space for meaningful growth.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Bristow

Elizabeth Bristow

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to understand the person—not just a list of symptoms—and help each client move toward greater stability, confidence and wellbeing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Yanira Chavez

Yanira Chavez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a first-generation Latina living with chronic illnesses, I understand the unique hardships, cultural expectations, and barriers that can impact mental health and well-being.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Donna Louis

Donna Louis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I may utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, as well as motivation interviewing most often in my practice.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Carter

Mary Carter

Therapist

Virtual • West Covina, CA


I bring 14 + years of experience providing thrrapy in both private and clinical settings. My work is grounded in a client centered strengths-based approach, rooted in unconditional, positive regard and a commitment to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where client can openly share their stories.

I identify as neurodivergent and have personally and professionally navigated ADHD. This experience allows me to bring both clinical knowledge lived understanding to my work, helping clients recognize their strengths, develop effective strategies, and move toward meaningful growth and stability.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Norma Garcia

Norma Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed clinician specializing in trauma recovery. I work with adolescents and adults who are experiencing emotional and difficult experiences. My goal is to provide a supportive space where clients can begin to heal.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Brown

Christopher Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“A trauma-informed therapist is a compassionate mental health professional who prioritizes safety, trust, and empowerment...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mario Palacios

Mario Palacios

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My role is not to judge or tell you what you want to hear — it's to help you understand yourself more fully, challenge patterns that no longer serve you, and offer tools that support real change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cameron Virjee

Cameron Virjee

Therapist

Virtual • Petaluma, CA


“I focus on listening, asking thoughtful questions, and paying attention to what's actually going on in their world.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Danielle Walker

Danielle Walker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to bring your authentic self forward, nurture any pain, break down those barriers, and harbor insight.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ari Aho

Ari Aho

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm an eclectic therapist who blends evidence-based, cultural, and art-based healing practices to support each individual's needs.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jena Montenegro

Jena Montenegro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a trauma expert with experience in a wide variety of populations including LGBTQ, African-American, Latino, Indigenous, and Asian peoples.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Suha Albadawi

Suha Albadawi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Claremont, CA


“My focus is helping my clients feel better about themselves and work through their symptoms that brought them to therapy.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Lori Bergstrom

Lori Bergstrom

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a cancer survivor and positively enjoy working with clients who have cancer, or whose partners/family members, and friends have or have had cancer.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carmela Capinpin

Carmela Capinpin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the power of personal agency and collective healing, and view therapy as a collaborative process rooted in compassion, openness, curiosity, and dignity.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brenda Guadalupe

Brenda Guadalupe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide therapy in English and Spanish, work with the Latino community, POC and the LGBTQ+ community.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Muriel Graciano

Muriel Graciano

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist, I am passionate about helping individuals optimize their overall mental health. I have a BA in Psychology from Cal State Fullerton, a MS in counseling from Cal State Los Angeles and have been practicing for nearly a decade. I am currently working with clients statewide via telehealth.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kavita Ajmere

Kavita Ajmere

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I present the best tools and techniques in the fields of psychology and personal growth that are most relevant and produce results.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Creative, Direct, Warm
Austin Boelman

Austin Boelman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am someone who believes in a holistic approach to therapy attending to the emotional and physical wellbeing of every client.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hannah Rudsten

Hannah Rudsten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oakland, CA


For the past 20 years, I've worked across private practices, youth development centers, schools, and mental health clinics. My passion is to work with adults navigating major life transitions. Whether you are a college student or approaching retirement, my hope is to walk alongside you during this time of change and uncertainty; to help create the conditions for you to reconnect with your authentic self and remember what lights you up. We can explore ways to recognize and acknowledge your anxiety that moves beyond words. Incorporating expressive arts, guided imagery, and embodied exercises to help you strengthen your awareness with your emotions and rewrite old narratives.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel (Jie) Lian

Daniel (Jie) Lian

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi there! I’m glad you’re here. Seeking support takes courage, and I’m honored to be part of your journey.

I’m Daniel, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who provides therapy in both English and Mandarin. I work with adolescents, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and cultural or identity-related concerns.

My goal is to create a warm and supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. I look forward to walking alongside you as you navigate this chapter of your life.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leah Stryer

Leah Stryer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to be "that person" by providing a non-judgmental, warm, and compassionate environment that fosters growth.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adriana Rubio

Adriana Rubio

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a background in trauma work with Child Parent Psychotherapy, Trauma Focused CBT, and Brainspotting certified.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Choquette

Julie Choquette

Therapist

Virtual • Grass Valley, CA


“I believe in providing a client-centered, strength-based, nonjudgmental and compassionate place to assist clients in creating the life that they desire and deserve.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Eric Foti

Eric Foti

Therapist

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


“I believe the main goal of therapy is to remove the obstacles and blockages that preclude us from being genuine.”
Family issues, Anger management, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Substance use / addiction
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Niki Malek

Dr. Niki Malek

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I have a strong track record of working with parents, building relationships and connecting with youth who are reluctant or nervous about therapy. I have a doctorate in Clinical Psychology and Masters in Education and Childhood Development. I've worked as a therapist in Jr. High and High School settings and currently work in private clinic to heal family relationships. I give you the tools to be kinder to yourself and step back into your life refreshed and empowered.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marni Freedman

Marni Freedman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe it's incredibly brave to reach out for help—and that seeking therapy is one of the most hopeful acts a person can take.”
Family issues, Anger management, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sonia Trotter-Giron

Sonia Trotter-Giron

Therapist

Virtual • Watsonville, CA


“My approach in therapy is, initially, to establish a healhy therapeautic relationship with clear boundaries and expectations to support clients to build a safe space in therapy.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Judithann Roberts

Judithann Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • California


Deep listening is a gift that empowers individuals to reflect and change

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Joseph Ritkes

Dr. Joseph Ritkes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


My name is Joey Ritkes (he/him). I have been working as a mental health therapist for over five years. My practice has primarily been specialized in working with LGBTQ+ youth. However, I have worked with couples, families, emerging adults, and adults from all backgrounds. I am a client-centered therapist who enjoys working collaboratively with my clients to meet their goals.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Amin

Jacqueline Amin

Therapist

Virtual • California


My passion lies in working with clients who need assistance with personal empowerment and identity development. My goal is to instill hope by identifying areas of strength, resilience, and capacity for positive change. Effective therapy takes effort and commitment from both the therapist and the client.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tongqing Zhu

Tongqing Zhu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“I focus on healing the family as a whole, not just the individual with compassion and attachment-based methods...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our family therapists located within 20 miles of Thousand Oaks, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Thousand Oaks, CA
There are over 21 therapists in Thousand Oaks, CA accepting new patients.
21+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Relationship issues
  • 100%Depression
  • 95%Family issues
  • 86%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 95%Aetna
  • 67%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%Cigna
  • 57%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 90%English
  • 10%Farsi
  • 10%Spanish
  • 5%American Sign Language
  • 5%Armenian
How they see their clients
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  • 81%In-person or online
  • 19%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 52%Woman
  • 43%Man
  • 5%Non-binary
License types
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  • 90%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 5%Clinical Psychologist
  • 5%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Family therapy
  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 43%Couples therapy
  • 38%Child or adolescent therapy

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