Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) therapists in Riverside, California CA
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Shauni Kawelo
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC
I’m deeply passionate about creating a space where people feel truly seen, heard, and supported as they navigate life’s challenges. What sets my work apart is my ability to meet you with both empathy and practical guidance - helping you not only process your experiences, but also build real tools for change. My background across clinical, behavioral, and experiential settings has shaped a flexible, intuitive approach that honors your unique story and pace. If you’re looking for a therapist who will walk alongside you with warmth, honesty, and intention, I’d be honored to support you in taking that next step.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Online in Riverside, CA California
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Best Life Counseling Services
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC, LMFT, APCC
On the outside, you may appear successful and capable—but internally you may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stretched too thin. Our practice offers thoughtful, compassionate therapy for women who want more than just coping—they want deeper clarity, stronger boundaries, and meaningful change.
At our practice, we provide a warm and supportive space where women can slow down, process what they’re going through, and feel truly understood. Our therapists specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and the emotional challenges that can come with motherhood and modern life.
We believe therapy should feel collaborative, practical, and empowering. Together, we’ll help you better understand the patterns that are contributing to stress, strengthen your boundaries, and develop tools that allow you to feel more grounded and confident in your daily life.
Reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you’re used to handling things on your own. If you’re feeling unsure, that’s completely normal—we’re here to make the process feel comfortable and supportive from the very first conversation.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Online in Riverside, CA California
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Gabriel Arroyo
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Relationships take a lot of work and sometimes can use a little bit of help or third party perspective. Within my experience and professional practice I have helped many couples overcome various topics and issues including "burn out" with falling out of love or passion, communication issues, infidelity, trust issues, and intimacy issues. If you feel your relationship can use a bit of a tune up and support, please continue reading and contact me.
I also specialize in working with individuals with chronic illness support. With my own experience of receiving a lifelong diagnosis at an early age, I have learned effective copping and adjustment strategies to help support with chronic conditions.
14 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, CA California (Online Only)
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Mary Gonzalez
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I believe healing begins when you feel truly seen, heard, and accepted without judgment. My goal is to create a space where you can slow down, explore your experiences with honesty, and build the confidence to move forward in a way that feels authentic to you.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Holding Space Therapy, I understand that reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable. Whether you're living with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, burnout, grief, or the effects of chronic stress, you don't have to navigate it alone. I strive to meet each client with compassion, curiosity, and respect, recognizing that every person's story is unique.
My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in evidence-based practices, including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Together, we'll work to understand the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, process difficult experiences, develop practical coping strategies, and build a stronger connection with yourself and the life you want to create.
I have extensive experience supporting adults from diverse backgrounds, including first responders and their families, healthcare professionals, LGBTQ+ individuals, and members of BIPOC and Latino communities. I am committed to providing culturally responsive, affirming care where your identity, values, and lived experiences are respected and honored.
Healing isn't about becoming someone different—it's about reconnecting with the strengths that have always been within you. My hope is that therapy becomes a place where you feel supported, challenged when appropriate, and empowered to create meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels safe and sustainable.
6 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, CA California (Online Only)
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Melissa Berschauer
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
In all honesty, finding a therapist you actually click with can be tough. That’s why I keep things warm, fun (yes we laugh), and completely judgment free. As your therapist, my goal is for you to have a place to just be yourself while we work through whatever is causing you stress or discomfort. I bring a mix of genuine empathy and practical, real-world tools to the table, meaning we won’t just talk about what’s going on, we’ll actively collaborate to get you unstuck.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety/depression, relationship stress (any type of relationship), a major life shift, burnout, perfectionism, confidence issues, trauma, infertility/postpartum struggles, or just want to understand yourself a bit better, I’m here to help you navigate it all.
14 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, CA California (Online Only)
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Empowered Path Clinical Counseling, PC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, MA, CBIF, CAMS-II, CART, LMFT, AMFT, APCC
At Empowered Path Clinical Counseling, PC, we believe therapy should feel safe, affirming, and empowering. We specialize in helping people navigate life’s toughest moments, whether that’s managing anxiety or depression, working through relationship challenges, exploring identity, or healing from trauma. Our compassionate, nonjudgmental approach creates space for you to feel truly heard and supported, while providing practical tools to help you create real change. If you’re ready to take the next step toward feeling more confident, connected, and in control of your life, we’re here to walk that path with you.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Online in Riverside, CA California
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Alejandra Kenia Ipina
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
If you are feeling exhausted, on edge, or as though your needs are too much, please know that you no longer have to settle for self-neglect. Many of the women I work with are navigating the long-term effects of childhood trauma in their adult lives.
Through somatic therapy, we will explore sensations, thoughts, and unmet needs to help you achieve meaningful change. I specialize in supporting eldest daughters, women who carry heavy burdens, people pleasers, and those who have unintentionally neglected themselves.
My goal is to empower you to feel whole through this body-based approach.My practice includes individual therapy, sound healing or Reiki to restore internal balance. Message me to schedule your 15 minute consultation.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Online in Riverside, CA California
Riverside is home to UC Riverside and is the economic and cultural hub of the Inland Empire — a vast suburban region east of Los Angeles where high housing costs, long commutes, and economic pressures create distinct mental health challenges for a predominantly working- and middle-class population. The city has a significant Latino and Black population, and bilingual and culturally affirming therapists serve important access roles in communities where language and cultural fit are barriers to mainstream mental health services. Riverside University Health System provides institutional mental health resources for one of California's largest and fastest-growing counties. UC Riverside's psychology program feeds practitioners into the local community, though the Inland Empire as a whole remains underserved relative to coastal California metros.
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) therapists in Riverside, California Statistics
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) therapists in Riverside, California average 14 years of experience and charge around $185 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (87%), Trauma and PTSD (68%), and Stress (66%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$185
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
56%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 20% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 87% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 68% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 66% | Stress |
| 63% | Depression |
| 56% | Loss or Grief |
| 52% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 52% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 62% | Women |
| 51% | LGBTQ+ |
| 42% | Men |
| 38% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 30% | Military / Veterans |