Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapists in Merced, CA
Browse Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapists in Merced, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Chris 'Bucky' Bateman
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I have advanced training in Emotionally Focused therapy and stay current in my training in what actually works in creating change in relationships and peoples' lives. My experience is diverse, from family systems work to trauma work and individual work with Sexual addiction, anxiety and depression. I partner with clients to meet their unique need and work hard to create a safe place to speak about client's concerns.
21 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA
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Nikita Marina
Psychologist, Holistic Psychology and Coaching, Past Life Regression Therapy (IST), Spiritual Mentorship
I’m Nikita Marina, a holistic psychologist, Inner Space Therapist (IST), and a licensed Integral Coach™. I specialize in working with individuals on a quest for deeper self-knowing and healing.
Please note that I have stopped offering hypnotherapy for regression. I’ve found IST Regression therapy to be incredibly more effective in addressing deep emotional blockages, trauma, and feelings of defeat, and disconnection. IST goes deeper than traditional talk therapy, reaching places it often cannot.
This approach supports emotional, physical and psychological well-being while nurturing spiritual healing, clearing blockages to create space for clarity, joy, and a deeper connection to your true Self.
13 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA
EFT
Layla Ashley Psychotherapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Relationships can bring our deepest joy, but they can also surface painful patterns. If you and your partner find yourselves caught in the same arguments, struggling to truly hear one another, or feeling emotionally distant, you’re not alone. Many couples reach a point where communication breaks down and the connection they once felt begins to feel strained or uncertain. Sometimes earlier life experiences, family patterns, or stressors quietly shape the way we relate, making it harder to stay close even when the love is still there.
With more than two decades of experience working with couples, I help partners slow down the cycle of conflict and understand what’s really happening beneath the surface. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in relational and attachment-based work. I support couples in developing healthier communication, repairing emotional wounds, and building a stronger foundation of trust and intimacy. I’m also particularly attuned to the needs of highly sensitive people and those who want a thoughtful, depth-oriented approach to relationship growth.
Whether you’re preparing for a deeper commitment, working to repair trust after a rupture, or trying to rediscover connection after years together, therapy can offer a meaningful path forward. I also support individuals navigating dating, heartbreak, or relationship transitions. Together we’ll work toward clearer communication, emotional safety, and a relationship that feels more conscious, supportive, and alive.
If you’d like to explore whether this work might be a good fit, feel free to reach out to schedule a complimentary consultation.
23 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA
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Marina Edelman | TrueMe Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Marina Edelman, LMFT, specializes in helping couples rebuild trust, improve communication, and reconnect emotionally after conflict or betrayal. Using evidence-based, attachment-focused therapy, she provides practical tools that create real, lasting change in relationships. Marina offers couples therapy, affair recovery, and premarital counseling in Culver City, Westlake Village, and virtually throughout California.
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**Personal Statement**
I am deeply passionate about helping couples find their way back to connection, safety, and genuine partnership. In my work, I use the Gottman Method alongside attachment-based approaches to give couples clear, research-supported tools that strengthen communication and rebuild trust. Having been married for 30 years myself, I bring both professional expertise and real-life understanding to the complex, meaningful work of sustaining long-term love.
20 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA
EFT
Jiani Huang
Pre-Licensed Professional
Thank you for taking the time to find out if I am the therapist to work with you. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee pursuing my master’s degree at National University. I operate under the clinical supervision of Beatriz Garcia (LMFT Lic. 113315).
3 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapists in Merced, CA Statistics
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapists in Merced, CA average 14 years of experience and charge around $215 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (80%), Relationship and Marriage Counseling (70%), and Depression (66%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$215
Accept insurance
31%
Offer sliding scale
58%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 80% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 70% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 66% | Depression |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 55% | Self Esteem |
| 55% | Stress |
| 52% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Teen |
| 56% | Senior |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Women |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Men |
| 39% | Christian |
| 33% | Asian |