Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Fairfield, CA

"Your goal is my goal, and I will provide the same support others have provided me to get to where you want to be."

Alan Okamoto is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience. He provides counseling to individuals ages 18 and older and also to families and couples. Alan’s clients may be facing mental health concerns including anxiety and depression. His approach to therapy gets to the heart of the matter to help create significant changes in self, behavior, and perspective. Alan’s goal is to offer you the support you need and help build the skills to sustain change. Outside of work, Alan loves spending time with his family, trying new recipes, and being outdoors.

Alan has a Master’s in Counseling from San Diego State University. His most often used approaches are cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques.

Alan was drawn to the field of therapy to serve others and help individuals, families, and couples create significant changes and life-changing impacts. If you’re ready to begin working on a brighter future, Alan looks forward to meeting you!

"I am passionate about understanding your unique needs and helping you achieve your goals. Let's make something great together!"

Catherine Scott is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years of experience supporting individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Catherine understands the weight of mental health struggles and provides a compassionate, judgment-free space where clients can manage stress, improve relationships, navigate change, and foster growth and healing. Catherine’s Ideal client feels overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected and seeks clarity, coping strategies, and emotional balance.

Catherine has a Master’s in Nursing from Walden State University. They believe everyone’s journey is unique, and with the right support, transformation is possible. Catherine provides medication management as well as compassionate guidance, practical tools, and a safe space for growth.

Struggling with mental health can feel isolating, but no one has to face it alone. You deserve support, understanding, and a space to heal. Whether you are battling anxiety, depression, or life's other challenges, help is available. Take the first step today–hope starts here!

"As a Latino male born in a different country, I believe i understand that people are very unique and from a variety of background and I have an open and honest approach with others."

Fernando Avila is a Licensed Psychologist (PhD) who specializes in treating a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and stress in preteens, adolescents, and adults. He has 10 years of experience in the mental health field. 

Fernando completed his Ph.D at the University of Denver. As a Latino male born in a different country, he personally understands that people are very unique and from a variety of backgrounds. He has an open and honest approach with others. 

Fernando is a supportive and collaborative therapist who seeks to help those in need. He sees each case as unique and hopes to provide coping skills that will help you thrive and meet your goals. Fernando will create a personalized treatment plan that meets your specific needs, utilizing a variety of tools like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and a strength-based approach. 

"I became a therapist to provide folx with tools to build a secure and safe world for themselves. Because I have endured many of the pitfalls that prevent this, I know the value of liberation firsthand."

Liz Walker is a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with over 10 years of experience. She specializes in assisting people who have complex trauma or who have concerns about depression, anxiety, substance use, relationships, parenting, and childhood influences on current behaviors. Liz has worked closely with those who identify as part of the LGBTQ community, those with addictions, those who are parents or who hope to become parents, veterans, and people who are without a home. Liz provides compassionate care and helps clients connect present difficulties with past experiences.

Liz has a Master's in Developmental Psychology/Infant Mental Health from Mills College and a Master's in Counseling from The Wright Institute. She frequently uses dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, attachment-based therapy, and motivational interviewing, among other approaches.

Liz truly believes in meeting people where they are. By building healthy and caring relationships in sessions, she gives clients examples and skills to take into the world. Liz's focus on acceptance and being present assists individuals in working through fears and real-life challenges. Reach out to Liz today!

"In therapy, there is no one-size-fits-all, so I believe in meeting a client where they are and working on their strengths and addressing growth areas."

Jessica Bass is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience. She specializes in helping tweens, teens, and adults who have a range of concerns including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, behavioral problems, suicidal ideation, and school concerns. Jessica also has experience working with families and the transitional-age population.

Jessica received her Master's in Social Work from San Jose State University. She utilizes a variety of clinical approaches when working with clients such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, structural family therapy, and mindfulness-based methods.

Jessica truly believes in assisting others in meeting their goals and wants to partner with clients in achieving what they are seeking to get out of therapy. Jessica feels it is important to assist others in identifying their strengths to overcome life's challenges, and she is ready to help you achieve a better quality of life.

"I believe it is essential that you feel heard and are an active participant in your care."

Trisha Paniagua is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in treating adolescents, adults, and the geriatric population for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, sleep disorders, trauma, panic disorders, and personality disorders. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, she first worked as an LVN, then a psychiatric RN. Trisha is passionate about educating patients in managing life’s challenges and diminishing the stigma surrounding mental healthcare.

Trisha received her Master’s in Nursing from Walden University. She utilizes listening, motivational interviewing, and education on disease processes and medications to lead patients to a well thought out treatment plan.

Trisha understands that mental health is part of a person’s whole body health. She looks forward to helping you understand your diagnosis and make progress towards a better quality of life. Schedule your first session today!