Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapists in Merced, California CA
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Cindy Lee Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor #22053 available for ONLINE sessions Mondays through Thursdays from 2-10pm and in-person session in Riverside, CA on Monday evenings.
5 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA California
Monica M. Huston
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Hi, my name is Monica Huston. I feel genuinely driven to help individuals, couples, and families work through the challenges that can feel overwhelming or hard to make sense of on your own.
My approach to therapy is thoughtful and grounded in understanding what’s beneath the surface. I pay close attention to patterns, relationships, and the ways past experiences continue to shape the present. I aim to create a space that feels both steady and honest—where you can slow down, explore what’s really going on, and begin to experience yourself and your relationships differently over time.
9 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA California
Alana Morazzini
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Many people were never given the space to understand what they truly feel — taught early on to push past vulnerability and keep moving, often losing touch with their deeper needs, wants, and inner conflicts along the way. I work with individuals and couples alike, with a particular focus on those navigating conflict and communication struggles in their relationships, as well as those facing major life transitions — including postpartum mood challenges and midlife adjustments. Drawing on attachment-centered and trauma-informed approaches, we work on the foundations beneath your current struggles — ultimately opening up new ways of reacting, understanding, and relating to yourself and your past. Therapy offers choices, and while familiar patterns may feel safe, the goal is to give you the freedom to choose differently.
13 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA California
Alicia Stalker-Gallichio LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, SAP
I believe in the power of therapeutic relationship and am committed to helping you achieve your goals at your own pace. Whether you are seeking support for personal growth or coping strategies, I am here to guide you on your journey.
21 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA California
Tracey Kiernan
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
You may be finding that things that used to feel manageable no longer do. You’re overthinking more, feeling anxious or on edge, or noticing you’re either reacting quickly or shutting down altogether. You might feel disconnected from yourself, unsure why you feel “off,” or frustrated that you can’t seem to get back to how you used to be. In your relationship, you may be having the same conversations on repeat, feeling unheard, or struggling to stay connected despite your efforts. For many, this is happening alongside a major life shift—like perimenopause, burnout, or changes in identity—that’s hard to fully put into words but deeply felt.
I specialize in working with women and couples navigating high-functioning anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, relationship challenges, and life transitions, including perimenopause. These experiences can impact not only your sense of self, but also how you show up in your relationships, often leading to repeated conflict, emotional distance, or difficulty communicating in a way that actually feels productive.
My approach to therapy is both compassionate and focused. I integrate evidence-based modalities such as ACT, CBT, psychodynamic, Gestalt, somatic, and Gottman-informed couples therapy. We begin by helping you feel more grounded and regulated, so you’re not just talking about your experiences, but are able to work with them in a meaningful way. From there, we explore the underlying patterns driving what you’re experiencing and focus on creating lasting, practical change.
Therapy with me is collaborative, direct, and tailored to you. The goal is not just insight, but helping you feel more like yourself again—clearer, more connected, and better able to navigate your life and relationships.
2 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA California
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapists in Merced, California Statistics
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapists in Merced, California average 13 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (78%), Depression (70%), and Relationship and Marriage Counseling (68%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Accept insurance
29%
Offer sliding scale
64%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 74% |
In Person and Online |
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| 26% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 78% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 70% | Depression |
| 68% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 56% | Stress |
| 54% | Self Esteem |
| 51% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Teen |
| 56% | Senior |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 51% | LGBTQ+ |
| 50% | Men |
| 39% | Christian |
| 31% | Military / Veterans |