Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Salinas, CA
Browse Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Salinas, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Rising Calm Center
Professional Christian Counselor, MS, CMHC, CLC
Life can feel so heavy when anxiety won’t let your mind rest, when fear wakes you at night, or when stress and self-doubt erode your confidence and faith. When burnout creeps in and relationships begin to crack, holding it all together can start to feel overwhelming.
At Rising Calm Center, we understand that weight. Our Christian counselors help young professionals, couples, and families find calm, rebuild trust, and walk in the peace Jesus promised—rather than performing under the pressures this world demands.
We integrate faith-based wisdom with evidence-based care, drawing from CBT, DBT, IFS, ACT, Gottman, EFT, Narrative Therapy, trauma-informed work, tapping, and breathwork. This combination helps you retrain your nervous system, heal emotional and spiritual wounds, and live with genuine peace.
Clients often come to us struggling with anxiety, insomnia, panic attacks, grief, burnout, relationship conflict, or a sense of spiritual disconnection. Here, you’ll find compassion, honesty, and practical tools to feel safe in your body and centered in your spirit again.
What we offer:
• Free consultations for new clients — relief can start now
• Same-week availability, including evenings (Mon–Thu until 8 p.m.)
• Sliding-scale rates for affordable care
• In-person, telehealth, or phone sessions
You don’t have to face the storm alone. There is calm on the other side—and together, we can find it.
14 Years Experience
Online in Salinas, CA
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Douglairian psychology apc
Marriage and Family Therapist, Lmft
My name is Dr. Roger Douglas, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I am currently pursuing my licensure as a psychologist and committed to providing exceptional mental healthcare. I am fortunate to have a dedicated team of associates and license therapist who are eager to assist you in achieving your mental well-being goals.
5 Years Experience
Online in Salinas, CA (Online Only)
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Kristin Robert
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT
At a personal level, I value substance over presentation, meaningful connection over polished appearances, and honesty delivered with care. I am curious about people, loyal in my relationships, and rarely interested in the easy or rehearsed answer. I appreciate intelligence, humor, directness, and the kind of conversation that makes time disappear.
My life has made me attentive to what people carry quietly and to the distance that can exist between how a life appears and how it actually feels. I believe in accountability without shame, depth without intensity for its own sake, and care that respects autonomy. I have a deep respect for the courage it takes to question what we have inherited, live with greater intention, and build something honest from the experiences that have changed us.
I am committed to showing up thoughtfully and consistently, honoring the responsibility that comes with being invited into someone’s inner life. This work matters to me because it offers the possibility of greater clarity, connection, and integrity, both within ourselves and in how we relate to others. I believe there is something quietly powerful about understanding yourself well enough to make choices rooted in truth rather than fear, expectation, or approval.
3 Years Experience
Online in Salinas, CA
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Nes Pinar Psychotherapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
My practice is especially supportive for people navigating transitions, burnout, identity shifts, or the quiet sense that something in life needs to change. I bring steadiness, creativity, and a deep respect for your lived experience, offering a space where you don’t have to perform or hold it all together. You get to arrive as you are, and we move at a pace that feels safe, honest, and sustainable. If you’re longing for clarity, connection, or a more spacious relationship with yourself, I’m here to walk with you as you find your way forward.
15 Years Experience
Online in Salinas, CA
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Frankie Santiago
Life Coach, Professional Life Coach
I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel truly heard, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change. With a strong foundation in therapeutic tools and psychological principles, I offer compassionate online life coaching for men and women navigating relationships, personal growth and life transitions, and business/entrepreneurship. My practice stands out because of its practical, no-nonsense approach that blends real-world strategies with personalized guidance—helping clients improve communication and connection in relationships, gain clarity during transitions, and build sustainable success in their ventures.
Whether you’re rebuilding after challenges, seeking better balance, or ready to scale your goals, I provide a collaborative, non-judgmental environment focused on actionable results. I’m passionate about helping people move forward with confidence and momentum. I offer a free 15 minute initial consultation so we can connect and see if we’re the right fit—let’s take that first step together.
15 Years Experience
Online in Salinas, CA (Online Only)
Salinas is the county seat of Monterey County and the birthplace of John Steinbeck, a city with a majority Latino population deeply rooted in the agricultural economy of the Salinas Valley, and a mental health landscape shaped by the significant challenges of agricultural labor, immigration stress, gang violence in some neighborhoods, and limited access to culturally and linguistically appropriate care. Spanish-language therapy is essential here, and the demand for bilingual practitioners who understand the specific stressors of farmworker and immigrant community life significantly outpaces supply. Natividad Medical Center, a county-run hospital, provides some behavioral health services, and community health organizations supplement what is a relatively limited private therapy sector. Common therapy concerns include trauma, family separation stress, anxiety, depression, and the intergenerational challenges faced by a community navigating the intersection of a demanding agricultural economy and evolving cultural identity.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Salinas, CA Statistics
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Salinas, CA average 13 years of experience and charge around $194 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (82%), Trauma and PTSD (73%), and Depression (69%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$194
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
51%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 22% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 57% |
Online Only |
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| 43% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 82% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 73% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 69% | Depression |
| 55% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 53% | Stress |
| 51% | Loss or Grief |
| 49% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Senior |
| 33% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 51% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Men |
| 37% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 31% | Asian |