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Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in California

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San Francisco, California therapist: Dr. Jag Soni, psychologist
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Dr. Jag Soni

Psychologist, Ph.D., HSPP, PCC, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Finding the right therapist is about finding a space where you feel truly seen, understood, and empowered to change. My practice blends compassionate, relational support with a practical, goal-focused approach designed to help you move past feeling stuck and toward a life that feels authentic and manageable. We won’t just talk about the challenges you’re facing; we will work together to uncover root causes and foster the internal shifts necessary for lasting resilience and mental clarity. Whether you are navigating a difficult life transition or seeking a deeper sense of peace, I provide a safe, expert environment—available exclusively through secure telehealth—to honor your unique story and guide you toward a thriving future. If you’re ready to experience a measurable transformation in your well-being, I invite you to reach out to schedule your first appointment.  
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36 Years Experience
Online in Multiple States California, Florida, North Carolina, Pennsylvania (Online Only)
Pleasant Hill, California therapist: Samantha Schaefer, licensed clinical social worker
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Samantha Schaefer

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like life hasn’t turned out the way you thought it would? Maybe you’re in the middle of a big transition—becoming a parent, navigating a breakup, adjusting to a new role, or simply realizing that what used to work…doesn’t anymore. Change can stir up anxiety, self-doubt, and even grief for the versions of ourselves we’ve outgrown. You might find yourself questioning who you are or what comes next. These moments can feel isolating, but they’re also an invitation to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and begin again—with support along the way.  
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10 Years Experience
In-Person in Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Online in California
Burbank, California therapist: Foothills Psychotherapy, licensed clinical social worker
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Foothills Psychotherapy

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LMFT, AMFT, ACSW
At Foothills Psychotherapy we are committed to helping you move past the burnout, anxiety, and overwhelm that keep you stuck in chronic stress, avoiding setting healthy boundaries, and reliving moments of trauma every day. We are a group of Brainspotting therapists who are passionate about helping you move from coping to survive to genuine healing and everyday relief. We provide trauma therapy for teenagers, young adults, and adults in person in Burbank, CA and throughout the states of California, Massachusetts, and Michigan.  
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8 Years Experience
In-Person in Burbank, CA 91505
Online in California
San Diego, California therapist: Tabetha Garcia, marriage and family therapist
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Tabetha Garcia

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I provide a trauma-informed virtual space where it is safe to explore who you are and facilitates the creation of your own path. My approach integrates Cognitive therapies including CBT, DBT, and ACT along with somatic and wellness practices. I will support you through clarifying your values, reconnecting with yourself, honoring your roots, and strengthening the parts of your identity that matter to you the most. Together, we can work toward rewriting your story and building a path toward greater well-being.  
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10 Years Experience
Online in California (Online Only)
Vacaville, California therapist: Pattie Vargas, counselor/therapist
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Pattie Vargas

Counselor/Therapist, CBC®️Certified Provider, Kessler Certified Grief Educator
After facing the heart-wrenching challenges of having two of my three children struggle with Substance Use Disorder, my world was further shaken when my son, Joel, lost his decades-long battle with the disease in 2017. In the wake of this profound loss, I was determined to better understand the family experience of addiction, and have since used this lived experience to support and guide others who are navigating the isolating and stigmatizing road of addiction and loss. As a Compassionate Bereavement Care®️ Certified Provider and Kessler Certified Grief Educator, I work with individuals, families, and communities impacted by loss. I am a Peer Parent Coach with the Partnership to End Addiction, and co-facilitate their online grief support community, and is the host of Finding Hope After Loss, Grief Support groups for The Happier Life Project. As an advocate for recovery policies, I am a California State Organizer with the Recovery Advocacy Project, serve on the RCO/RCC Advisory Committee, and was named the 2022 Architect of Recovery by CCAPP (CA Consortium of Addiction Professionals.) My book, Secrets, Scars and Heart Shaped Jars, shares my family’s journey through addiction, loss and recovery.  
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5 Years Experience
Online in Multiple States Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming (Online Only)

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