Play therapists in Palm Desert, CA
Browse Play therapists in Palm Desert, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Misty Johnson
Counselor/Therapist, LCSW
Are you experiencing communication challenges in your relationships? Challenges with sex or intimacy? Are you questioning or exploring gender and sexuality? I am here to support you and offer you tools and a place to process your current experience. I provide a safe space to explore who you are becoming and to discern old thought patterns that are no longer of service. I provide a healing space free of judgement and offer tools that you can immediately integrate into your current experience. I will collaborate with you and work with the intersections of your unique experience.
8 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA
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Be Authentic Family Therapy Services, Inc. Michele Putini, Director
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., LMFT
Our philosophy is that all individuals, adults and children deserve the opportunity to discover their most authentic self. We believe that through exploration of beliefs, discovery of barriers to our deep truths, we can evolve and transform ourselves through the therapeutic relationship. Come as you are and we will help you discover where YOU desire to go.
21 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA
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Sophie Pierce
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Whether you're adjusting to life with a new baby, wondering if your young child is on track developmentally, worried about your child's anxiety, navigating a difficult transition, or feeling stuck in patterns with your teen, you don't have to figure it out alone.
I believe that behavior always has meaning. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, I work to understand the experiences, relationships, and developmental needs that may be shaping them. Together, we'll build on your family's strengths while helping your child or teen develop the confidence and skills they need to thrive.
I specialize in working with infants and young children, children, and parents. My approach is grounded in attachment, developmental science, and play therapy, creating a space where children feel safe enough to express themselves and parents feel supported rather than judged. I also have specialized training in infant mental health and enjoy working with families during pregnancy, infancy, and the early years to strengthen the parent-child relationship, support healthy development, and address concerns before they become bigger challenges.
My goal is for every family to leave therapy with a deeper understanding of themselves and one another, along with practical tools and renewed hope for the future.
12 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA
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Gustavo Olvera SANTOS
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Hello! I'm Gustavo Olvera and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), serving clients via telehealth throughout the State of California. My long time approach to therapy is to meet the client where they are and work with them to identify goals that will help them improve their quality of life. I believe that we all have the potential to succeed in life and the potential to achieve greatness. A healthy mind is key to success, as we often have to make critical decisions on a daily basis. I believe we can all achieve our desired goals by increasing and maintaining a positive outlook on our mental health.
9 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA
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Nina Marikian
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT
Life can leave you feeling shaken—betrayal, relational abuse, or divorce can erode trust, shake your sense of self, and make relationships feel unsafe. It’s normal to feel hurt, frustrated, or unsure how to move forward, and you don’t have to navigate this alone.
I also specialize in sex therapy and intimacy work. Whether sexual desire feels distant, connection feels confusing, or intimacy brings anxiety, we can explore what’s getting in the way and work toward sexual confidence, satisfying closeness, and authentic connection.
In a supportive, nonjudgmental space, we’ll address the patterns holding you back, strengthen boundaries, improve communication, and take practical steps toward safer, more fulfilling relationships and intimacy—so you can feel heard, valued, and connected again.
3 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA
Play Therapy therapists in Palm Desert, CA Statistics
Play Therapy therapists in Palm Desert, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (81%), Depression (69%), and Child or Adolescent Issues (67%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
61%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 21% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 92% |
In Person and Online |
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| 8% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 81% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 69% | Depression |
| 67% | Child or Adolescent Issues |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 58% | Self Esteem |
| 56% | Parenting |
| 56% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 81% | Teen |
| 69% | Children |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 28% | Middle Eastern |
| 28% | Military / Veterans |