Online Domestic Abuse therapists in California
Below is a list of therapists offering online sessions in California
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Shelley M. Samuels
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor #6947 (CA), TLHT #494 (FL)
I am a California Certified Domestic Violence Advocate with over two years of direct experience counseling domestic violence survivors in an agency dedicated to supporting people experiencing domestic violence, sexual assualt and trafficking. I work with clients in the process of leaving abusive relationships as well as those healing from the trauma they experienced with past intimate partner violence.
14 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Dr. Ingrid Solano
Psychologist, PhD
Making sense of trauma, and the impact of trauma, can be accompanied by the fear that you will never be able to overcome the distress you feel when you remember the experience or when those intrusive nightmares, flashbacks, and negative thoughts come crashing into your awareness. Through trauma-focused therapy we reclaim confidence, hopefulness, intimacy, safety, self-esteem, and trust. I have specific expertise in treating trauma symptoms related to sexual assault, intimate partner violence and emotional abuse, military sexual trauma (MST), childhood and complex sexual trauma, violence, and combat trauma experienced by Veterans. These experiences can impact physical health, and daily life.
Many people will experience a form of trauma in their lives. Trauma can come with feelings of shame, anger, and confusion. Posttraumatic stress is a normal human reaction to traumatic events. However, for some individuals this stress persists and interferes with their ability to live the life that they want. I work with complex cases that sometimes include dissociation, numbness, anger, risky behaviors, and years of avoidance. The treatments I provide are the most powerful and effective treatments available for these conditions. I have expertise in individual, as well as relationship (i.e., with a partner) based trauma-focused therapies. I have experienced many times how these treatments help people gain new perspectives about what happened to them, develop a sense of empowerment over their trauma, and improve their lives. These treatments can also be helpful if you feel stuck following experiences of trauma, even if you don’t have PTSD. If you’re unsure whether you want to discuss your trauma, or unsure which approach feels like a good fit for you, we can discuss your concerns. We will explore trauma-focused care that builds upon your current support, coping skills, and personal experience. I primarily employ time-limited, evidence-based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies (CBT) such as CPT, PE, and CBCT. (See Individual and Couples Therapy based Trauma-Focused Services.)
In psychological literature, stressors are defined as events and conditions (e.g., losing a job, death of an intimate partner) that cause change and require that the individual adapt to the new situation or life circumstance. Stress processes can include the experience of prejudice events, expectations of rejection, hiding and concealing your authentic self, internalized homophobia, intimate partner violence, discrimination, and ameliorative coping processes that have become bad, ineffective habits. These experiences can be particularly painful when there is social pressure to conceal your experiences, or stigma. I address what it’s like to have no one to talk to about these experiences, and any distress that comes from having nowhere to do this work safely. I practice LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy that considers the impact of minority stress and chronic stress responses. Aside from these stress processes, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and heterosexuals who report any same-sex sexual partners over their lifetime, have greater risk of childhood maltreatment, interpersonal violence, trauma to a close friend or relative, and unexpected death of someone close.
13 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Cook Counseling and Consulting Inc.
Counselor/Therapist, LISW-S
Therapy is an essential form of support for victims of domestic abuse and domestic violence, allowing them to recover from the trauma and reestablish control of their lives. Domestic abuse and violence can cause victims severe emotional, psychological, and physical damage, and therapy provides a secure and compassionate environment to address the effects of these experiences and work toward healing and recovery.
It is essential to remember that therapy for survivors of domestic violence is a personal and delicate process. Therapists trained in trauma-informed care and with experience working with survivors of domestic violence can offer the most effective and compassionate support.
If you or someone you know is a survivor of domestic abuse or domestic violence, it is recommended that you seek help from a qualified therapist or counselor with experience working with this population to begin the process of healing and reclaiming control of your life. Additionally, contacting local domestic violence resources and support services can provide valuable assistance and planning for safety.
7 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Anna Barrios
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Provided therapy services for victims and offenders. Lead groups providing psycheducation on the dynamics of domestic abuse.
19 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Nathan Ely, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, MDiv, LMFT
With specialization in trauma recovery, I have experience and training working with survivors of domestic violence. My hope is to create a safe space to process the pain and heal from the wounds of the past, having a healthier relationship with yourself and with others.
6 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Emma Esper
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
In my work with victims of domestic abuse and violence, I focus on increasing self-worth, self-compassion, and self-love. It is by working on these aspects of ourselves that we come to recognize that we deserve more.
5 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Rory Valentine Diller
Registered Psychotherapist, M.A., LMFT Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #139783
I have worked distinctly with survivors of domestic violence for over 10 years. I help clients understand the nuanced dynamics of unhealthy relationships, the tactics of narcissistic abusers and high conflict people, and the factors that perpetuate cycles of abuse and keep survivors in unsafe situations. I work with them to heal from physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, and guide them towards safety and healthy relationships without judgement. I am a survivor myself and deeply "get" a lot of what my clients are working to heal from.
8 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Eric Olsen
Life Coach, Trauma, PTSD, BSc Sciences, DoD Career Councilor, SARC, DAPA, Pre Licensed Human Intelligence / Psychology, Life Coach. | Professional Support: LSSBB, PgM, Bluestone PMP,
We help you recover from domestic abuse and violence.
15 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Integrative Psychotherapy Group
Marriage and Family Therapist
We work with clients who express issues or concerns with Domestic Abuse or Violence.
8 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Healing and Empowerment Counseling Center
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Teri Dunbar, LCSW
Are you tired of having your past experience or past traumas interfere with your ability to have the life you want? Or are you a parent of a child that has experienced trauma and don’t want that experience to dictate the course of their life?
I help adolescents and young adults that have experienced trauma and are experiencing feelings of shame, anger, detachment, anxiety, and depression, and having a difficult time in their relationships, work, and day to day life. I help them to overcome and cope with such feelings, and empower them to have the life they want through healing from their past traumas.
I specialize in working with individuals that have experienced stressful or dangerous events such as child abuse, domestic violence, the loss of a parent, parents that have struggled with substance abuse or mental illness, or just multiple bad days strung together.
It can be hard to know where to start and almost impossible to start alone. I would love to help guide you through this process. I am only offering virtual therapy at this time. Please send me an email and I follow-up with a phone call to discuss how I may be able to help.
13 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Dr. Vicki D. Coleman (Dr. Vicki), The Anger Doctor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPCC, LPC, LMFT, LCSW, CCMHC, QMHP, MAC, DAC, SAP, CAMF, BCC, HS-BCP
A major global concern, facilitate growth of the individual's self-concept and self-esteem in order to empower for change.
34 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
David Strah
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I have worked with several clients to end DV relationships
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Counseling For Couples, Families and Children, Dr Mickey
Marriage and Family Therapist, Ph.D., LMFT
I have specific training by the STOP Program in San Diego to help you with anger management
34 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Dorit Saberi-Thrive Psychological Services
Psychologist, Ph.D, Diplomate-Academy of Cognitive Therapy; Trainer- Prolonged Exposure for PTSD- CTSA
Advocate for targets of domestic abuse. Trained in interventions that address Domestic Violence.
22 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Dr. Catherine Ferreira-Babor, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Getting you safe is priority #1. Healing from relational violence can be a long road but it is definitely possible. I have seen many people leave violent relationships and go on to live happy, safe, joyful lives. This is possible for you.
27 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Rachel Ann Dine
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LPC
The cycle of domestic violence is complex and feels like a blur. From feeling connected and in a state of calm (i.e. the honeymoon stage) to feeling like you have to walk on eggshells around your partner for fear of upsetting them (tension building) to then experiencing a violent physical or verbal altercation that seemingly comes out of nowhere (explosion), this cycle can feel confusing, disheartening, and near impossible to leave. Maybe you hold onto the "good" you see in your partner, hoping they will finally change. I get it. And I offer a very compassionate understanding approach to how this process can play out. Loss of identity and knowing who you are is so common in unhealthy, abusive relationships. Often times, you've had to live in a way that suppresses your emotions because you don't want to arbitrarily upset your partner. Feeling like a shell of who you once were is also common and I help women navigate through this complex process, recreate a strong identity, RECLAIM your identity, and feel more confident. Contrary to what others (or your partner) may tell you, abuse is NOT your fault and everyone, including you, is SO worthy of being treated with respect. If you have been looking for a provider to help you through this process, please reach out. I offer a down to earth, validating approach and have years of experience understanding the nuances of abusive relationships as well as helping survivors heal.
19 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Rosa L. Casquino
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
The dynamics of domestic violence are complex. It takes a clinician with a deep understanding of domestic violence and trauma to help clients navigate recovery from this trauma. I have more than 8 years of experiences working with survivors of domestic violence. I incorporate EMDR and Parts Work to help you achieve your therapy goals. I offer a Free 15-minute consultation to see if I am the right fit for you.
10 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Luis Maimoni
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
There are many people who support the victims of Domestic Violence and Abuse. I am most interested in working with perpetrators. In my office, you'll find a place where you'll be listened to with respect. I've found that most who engage in violence and/or abuse were victims first. Let's collaborate to learn why you treat the ones you love the way you do, and then work out some other ways to create lasting positive relationships.
12 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Provia Psychology
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, APCC
What if we could see the broken pieces of ourselves and view them with compassion? What if we saw our scars as marks of courage and resiliency? The journey towards wholeness includes accepting each part of ourselves--the part that is joyful, the part that laughs, the part that hurts, the part that feels empty.
7 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Jeanette Abney
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, SAP
I have over 20 years of experience with working with both victims and perpetrators of domestic violence. I provide educational groups for perpetrators that have been referred by the courts to attend the 52 Week Batterers Intervention Program. I also serve as President of CADVOC in Orange County as I work with other Probation Approved Programs. I also provide individual counseling session to both victims and perpetrators of domestic violence.
25 Years Experience