Psychoanalytic therapists in Porterville, CA
Browse Psychoanalytic therapists in Porterville, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Psychoanalytic
Dr. Vanessa Bell
Marriage and Family Therapist, Ph.D., Psy.D., LMFT
Navigating life’s complexities or relationship strain can often feel overwhelming. We all carry experiences from our past that shape how we relate to ourselves and others today. My goal in therapy is to help you gain deeper self-awareness, break free from self-defeating patterns, and build meaningful, supportive relationships. Together, we will create a safe, confidential environment to foster deep emotional healing and personal growth.
45 Years Experience
Online in Porterville, CA
Psychoanalytic
Yesenia Torres
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
A warm hello to you. Do you ever wake up feeling overwhelmed by hopelessness, stress, excessive worry, sadness, or fear? These emotions can deeply impact your overall well-being. My role as a therapist is to help you reconnect with your motivation, find peace, and create stability in your life. Therapy isn’t about a magic solution—the real magic comes from within you. Choosing to begin therapy is a courageous and meaningful step. The first part of this journey is a conversation to determine if we’re a good fit. Finding the right therapist is essential for your healing and growth, and truly I care to help you make that connection.
5 Years Experience
Online in Porterville, CA
Psychoanalytic
Bruce Howard
Psychologist, PhD
For over 30 years, I have brought expertise, creativity, enthusiasm, and positive change to individuals and couples I have worked with. To achieve personal goals, effective therapy must bring integration of the physiological, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral dimensions of our functioning.
43 Years Experience
Online in Porterville, CA
Psychoanalytic
Reid Kessler
Psychologist, PsyD
I’m a psychologist who works with adults, teens, and couples, and I aim to offer therapy that feels grounded, thoughtful, and genuinely human. My style is relational and psychodynamic, which means we pay attention not only to symptoms, but also to the deeper patterns underneath them—how you’ve learned to cope, how relationships have shaped you, and what might be keeping you stuck.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure why the same struggles keep repeating. Together, we’ll slow things down and make sense of what you’re going through, with curiosity and compassion. I try to create a space that feels safe and steady, but also honest and growth-oriented—where you can be fully yourself and gradually build more freedom in how you live and relate.
Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, or challenges at home or school, therapy can help you feel more clear, confident, and connected. I’d be honored to work with you.
8 Years Experience
Online in Porterville, CA
Psychoanalytic
Jonathan Kruger Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Change starts with the first step. Insight paired with action drives lasting change. However taking the step to foster change in one's emotional life can be frightening and overwhelming. With me you will find a safe, caring environment, where together we travel a path of emotional discovery that will lead you to a better life. Based in West Hollywood, my practice is designed to help you understand yourself at a fundamental level, to give you tools and craft an approach that is healing and meets your specific needs. Building trust in the therapeutic journey, in an atmosphere that supports emotional growth and lasting change.
My practice philosophy is centered on a humanistic approach that is interactive, engaged, and strategic. I work with individuals, couples, families, teens and children, working closely to customize treatment for a broad range of life challenges. In addition, I specialize in several key areas of focus which you can read about on my website.
Please feel free to contact me at any time with any questions you may have, or to discuss your needs and schedule a consultation. I will do my very best to return calls within 24 hours. Thank you for taking the time to visit, and know that I appreciate your courage in taking this first step toward your passage of emotional self-discovery.
13 Years Experience
Online in Porterville, CA
Psychoanalytic Therapy therapists in Porterville, CA Statistics
Psychoanalytic Therapy therapists in Porterville, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $220 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Depression (83%), Anxiety or Fears (81%), and Loss or Grief (60%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$220
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
53%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 38% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 83% | Depression |
| 81% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 60% | Loss or Grief |
| 57% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 55% | Self Esteem |
| 55% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 47% | Stress |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Teen |
| 53% | Senior |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 64% | Women |
| 55% | LGBTQ+ |
| 53% | Men |
| 30% | Christian |
| 30% | Hispanic / Latino |