Colton, California Therapists

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Hi! I am so happy you are here and I am even more excited to work with you. Our agency offers affordable telehealth therapy. We are dedicated to decreasing depression, anxiety, self esteem, trauma, and relationship issues while increasing happiness,...
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Are you unsatisfied with one or more areas of your life? I partner with my clients to empower them to make the changes necessary to bring their realities in line with the lives they truly want. In this way, I collaborate with each individual,...
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California

Do you need help managing anxiety, raising self esteem, or handling daily stress? I can help! My speciality is helping adult clients manage anxiety and stress using CBT, mindfulness, goal-setting and positive psychology techniques. Therapy and...
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Rancho, California

I believe that for both adults and children alike, unless one truly understands what triggers them or pushes their buttons, the issues will continue to resurface and manifest in various, often disturbing ways, which may include continued behavioral...
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Los Angeles, California

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.  I have been treating OCD and anxiety disorders for 15 years in private practice. In addition to treating clients in private practice I am a therapist at the UCLA OCD Adult Intensive Treatment Program....
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Los Angeles, California

The moment you walk through the door we work at a pace that is appropriate for your needs, establishing sustainable goals and milestones throughout your healing process. I am invested in your emotional health and happiness and will assist you in...
Catherine Ferrari
LMFT, LPCC
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Corona, California

I specialize in individual, couples, family, and child therapy. I manage a private practice in Corona, California. I am able to help with a variety of issues that include trauma resolution, cancer support, parenting concerns, ADHD, behavioral...
Katie Cheadle
AMFT, BA, MA
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Long Beach, California

Following my time as a student athlete at UC Berkeley, I began a career in Human Resources. After spending time in the corporate world coaching and training Executives, I realized my deep passion for helping others. I started to notice that...
Patricia Emberley
LMFT, LPC, LMHC, LPC,
Teletherapy for Clients In:

California

Are you feeling that a relationship or your life is not going the way you want? You may have a clear awareness of why this is or you may not. Are you having difficulty with someone you work with? Are you having difficulty with someone you work...
Laura Lee Townsend
LMFT, LPCC 15
Teletherapy for Clients In:

California

YOU JUST WANT TO FEEL BETTER. Trauma has turned you into someone you don’t even recognize. You’re constantly on edge and can’t sleep. If sleep does come, it’s often restless and filled with nightmares. You lash out at the people you love...
Susan Clayton
MA, LMFT, LPCC
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Los Angeles, California

I am passionate about helping my clients and I approach therapy with mindfulness, paying particular attention to the mind/body connection. We can make the conscious choice to learn and grow through our traumas, giving our lives deep meaning,...
Holly Freeling
MA, LMFT, ATR
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Pasadena, California

Holly is a versatile, flexible, and forward-thinking psychotherapist who has worked with a wide variety of people. Her optimism and curiosity attracts many clients to her private practice in Pasadena, California. Holly believes that part of the gift...
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Newport Beach, California

Teletherapy for Clients In:

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So you have a new baby. And it's nothing like you thought it would be. The sleepless nights, the frustrations around breastfeeding, and the general feeling of loss of control are just getting to you. You haven't showered in days, don't feel like...
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Sierra Madre, California

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Rubina is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Registered Play Therapist. She has a private practice at Sync Counseling Center in Sierra Madre. She received her Masters of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Clinical...
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Los Angeles, California

After 25 years in the film industry as a film editor and composer, I went back to school, receiving a masters' degree in Clinical Psychology at Antioch University, Los Angeles. Following a three-year internship, I received my license as a Marriage...
Teletherapy for Clients In:

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Do you struggle with negative thoughts and feelings? Do you find yourself in a pattern of unwanted behaviors? Do you have a hard time setting boundaries and speaking up for yourself and your needs? You deserve a space to be vulnerable! A place where...
Teletherapy for Clients In:

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Life can be full of challenges and I'm here to walk alongside you and remind you that you can make it through the things that life throws at you. Your decision to seek help is an indicator of your strength and courage, and I want to help you to...
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Tustin, California

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Warm, patient and eat to talk to therapist in the Tustin, California area. My experience and passion is working with individual and couples struggling with addiction, relationship issues and trauma.
Teletherapy for Clients In:

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Lucy Cotter, LMFT is dedicated to Narrative Therapy and the power it gives clients to rewrite their own stories. From such challenges as relationship issues, life transitions or anxiety, Lucy brings many years of experience to helping clients...
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Irvine, California

Teletherapy for Clients In:

California

We all struggle with challenges and feel overwhelmed at times. My job is to create an environment where you feel safe. Together, we will explore ways to reach your goals and improve your life. I am licensed in Marriage and Family Therapy with over...
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ilona Varo is a Hungarian born psychotherapist practicing in Los Angeles. Her background in the beauty/entertainment industry as well the healing arts informs her unique, curious, mindful and client-centered approach. ilona has an extensive...
Oriana Murphy
MA, CADC-II, LCSW, EMDR Trainee
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Los Angeles, California

I believe deeply in the value of being heard - something that many of us feel we have never experienced. I meet my clients with authenticity, transparency, and strengths-based solutions - characteristics that I have found to be "easier said than...
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California, Texas

"You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf"-Jon Kabat Zinn- In a time where we are hit with continuous stimuli, the waves of change seem to be moving faster than ever. Whether struggling with your health, the health of a loved one,...
Teletherapy for Clients In:

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Are you struggling with Fear, Anxiety and Stress due to the Coronavirus and have concerns to go into therapy? If you have time during your day you have time for quality solution based therapy to deal with the current situation. As an innovator, Dr....

 An Overview of Mental Health in Colton, California

Understand how various factors in Colton, California affect the mental health of residents today. If you or a loved one lives in Colton, California, explore the signs of mental illness, possible contributing factors and discover how you can connect with emergency services and local counseling services to receive quality assistance and hope.

With over 54,000 individuals calling Colton home, this bustling city struggles to provide affordable housing and high-wage jobs to local individuals. The median household income in Colton is $47,256, which is significantly less than the national average of $61,937. The median property value is $212,100 and the homeownership rate is 51.4%. This is slightly lower than the national average of $229,700 for property value and 63.9% for homeownership.

The local economy is based primarily on health care, retail trade, and manufacturing, with high-paying jobs available in oil and gas extraction, information and utilities. Colton’s population is 68.9% Hispanic or Latino, 17.2% Caucasian and 7.52% African American. While approximately 22,564 individuals are employed in Colton, the poverty rate is 18.3%, which is significantly higher than the national average of 12.3%.

Mental Health California

California, and San Bernardino County in general, and Colton in particular, have a broad range of mental health challenges and success stories. Here is just a quick highlight of basic mental health statistics and facts that affect residents of Colton:

  • The number of psychiatric beds in California has experienced a 6% reduction between 1995 and 2014
  • San Bernardino County has 359 psychiatric beds available
  • Throughout the United States, one in five adults experience a mental illness
  • Over the past five years, alcohol and other drug hospitalization rates increased by 35% in San Bernardino County
  • There are approximately 324 mental health patients for every provider in California

These are just a few facts that paint a picture of mental health in Colton. There are a few success stories in local mental health care. In San Bernardino County, the count of unserved individuals with mental health needs is the lowest that is has been in 10 years.

However, there are still many individuals who are struggling with mental health needs with inadequate care or no care at all. Learn more about possible signs of mental health challenges and potential factors that contribute to these challenges in the local community.

Factors That Contribute to Mental Health Challenges

The signs of mental illness can be difficult to spot. Look for these signs in you or a loved one and don’t hesitate to reach out for help for emergency or long-term mental health care:

  • Withdrawal from social relationships
  • Increase in risk-taking behavior
  • Unusual eating and sleeping patterns
  • Sudden mood swings or irritability

There are a number of factors that can contribute to mental health issues in Colton. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to pinpoint the exact cause, but here are a few typical issues that affect residents of Colton: poverty, homelessness, lack of support and substance abuse.

This high poverty level in Colton is a sign that many individuals are struggling with basic needs, such as food and shelter. 10.6% of the population of San Bernardino County reported experiencing food insecurity. Missing such basic needs can create a great deal of stress, anxiety, and depression.

Approximately 35,798 individuals in California experience chronic homelessness. Similar to poverty, homelessness is linked to mental health issues. Not only does homelessness increase the risk of experiencing a mental health crisis, but it can be a sign that an individual already has mental health challenges and is unable to access basic amenities.

Alcohol and illegal drug use can be factors leading to mental illness or symptoms of a mental health challenge. Approximately 17.8% of the county reported drinking to excess. Substance abuse is reported at higher rates throughout the county than previously reported.

Mental Health Resources in Colton

Don’t let a loved one struggle alone. If you or someone you love is experiencing a mental health emergency, don’t hesitate to contact one of these mental health resources:

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