Experiential therapists in Merced, California CA
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Dr Pamela Helen Polcyn
Marriage and Family Therapist, Phd, MFT
Do you need help with stress, anxiety, unhappy relationships, life transitions, addictions, or grief. I will assist you in reducing anxiety, in reconnecting to inner strengths, in keeping love and intimacy alive in relationships, and in transitioning through times of uncertainty. A Free telephone consult is available at endanxiety.com or 760-753-1551.
35 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA California (Online Only)
Experiential
Mona Saba Valeriano
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Even with insight and past therapy, you may still feel caught in patterns that leave you depleted—overextending yourself, avoiding conflict, striving to get everything “right,” or feeling disconnected in your relationships and from your own body. At some point, coping strategies that once protected you can begin to feel constricting.
In our work together, we delve into the deeper emotional and relational roots of these patterns. I bring 18 years of direct experience into the room, helping clients cultivate greater clarity, steadiness, confidence, and self-trust so they can move through relationships with more authenticity and assertion. My approach integrates experiential and depth-oriented therapies—including psychodynamic psychotherapy, ISTDP, EMDR, Brainspotting, and EFT—to support meaningful, lasting change at both the emotional, physiological and spiritual levels.
I see this work as especially important in a society that often prizes productivity over presence and autonomy over connection. By questioning dominant cultural narratives and inherited systems of disconnection, therapy can become a space for reclaiming connection, dignity, and care—within ourselves and across differences.
It is a privilege to accompany clients into their most tender and defended places. I trust that through this process, you can cultivate deeper self-understanding, greater inner coherence, and a more grounded sense of safety and belonging—within yourself and in the relationships that matter most.
18 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA California
Experiential
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
Experiential
Jennifer Neilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
I provide trauma-focused, person-centered psychotherapy; in-person office,, and online therapy sessions are available. I utilize an eclectic blend of modalities, such as Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Ego State Therapy(EST), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT).
13 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA California
Experiential
Erika Shershun
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I specialize in helping trauma survivors, especially survivors of childhood and/or adult sexual trauma, reclaim the life they were meant to live. If you're struggling with symptoms related to trauma, such as being easily triggered, anxiety or depression, dissociation (feeling spaced out, numb, unable to ground, or connect to your body's sensations) trouble sleeping, nightmares, or flashbacks and more, you're in the right place (for an extensive list of trauma symptoms check out my post https://www.healingsexualtrauma.com/post/what-are-trauma-symptoms). My goal is to help you get the results you're looking for while offering lots of needed compassion and understanding. I'm the author of the Healing Sexual Trauma Workbook, the upcoming Healing Sexual Trauma Guided Journal (2024), and teacher of the PESI Sexual Trauma Clinical Training. I'm dedicated to supporting my clients as they navigate their healing journey.
13 Years Experience
Online in Merced, CA California (Online Only)
Experiential Therapy therapists in Merced, California Statistics
Experiential Therapy therapists in Merced, California average 16 years of experience and charge around $221 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (76%), Depression (73%), and Trauma and PTSD (67%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$221
Accept insurance
27%
Offer sliding scale
60%
Gender ID
| 73% |
Female |
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| 21% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 71% |
In Person and Online |
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| 29% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 76% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 73% | Depression |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 56% | Stress |
| 49% | Self Esteem |
| 47% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 44% | Women's Issues |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 55% | Teen |
| 53% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Women |
| 40% | Men |
| 38% | LGBTQ+ |
| 29% | Asian |
| 24% | Hispanic / Latino |