Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Vallejo, CA

"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!

"I understand the unique challenges that come with being a Latina woman."

Marcela Gonzalez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in the medical and mental health fields. She's passionate about helping individuals find their true, wonderful selves and live more fulfilling lives. She has helped individuals decrease their depression and anxiety symptoms by helping them become more self-aware, allowing them to identify their feelings and emotions. Marcela provides a safe space for her clients to discuss their traumas, grief, relationship issues, and important life transitions. Marcela completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Cal State Long Beach.

Marcela is compassionate, empathetic, and understanding, and she challenges her clients in a loving way to help them gain better control of their emotions. Marcela utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy

All of us experience life in different ways, and at times we feel as though we're facing challenges alone. Marcela is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today!

"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!

"I am a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with years of experience. "

Chioma Okoro is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (BC-PMHNP) with over 13 years of experience in mental health. She specializes in working with adults and seniors who are experiencing major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorder, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, insomnia, and other psychiatric conditions.

She graduated with her Master's degree in Nursing honors from Walden University, as well as her Master's degree in Nursing from Grand Canyon University. She utilizes evidence-based practices, with a patient-centered approach and active listening and therapeutic communication skills, alongside her medication management techniques.

Chioma’s favorite quote when providing care to her patients is “You are not alone. You are seen. I am with you. You are not alone.” — Shonda Rhimes. She is confident that she will help her patients to achieve remission of their symptoms and psychosocial functioning. Chioma looks forward to working with you to address whatever is troubling you, session by session.

Elizabeth Payne is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and National Certified Counselor. She works with adults facing a wide range of challenges, from anxiety and depression to stress, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions. Elizabeth has worked in settings including clinics, non-profit organizations, and schools. Elizabeth views the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and client as a partnership for helping clients achieve their goals and believes everyone can overcome challenges and create meaningful change in their lives.

Elizabeth graduated from New York University with a Master’s in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness. She uses techniques from cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness, and strength-based therapy, allowing for an adaptable approach to meet individual needs.

Elizabeth’s therapy style is non-judgmental, inquisitive, and down-to-earth. Her approach is all about meeting you where you are, offering tools and support that work for you, and helping you feel empowered to make positive changes in your life. Reach out to Elizabeth today!

"As an Asian-American woman growing up in the melting pot of Southern California, I understand the many issues of acculturation and the complexities of relationships across cultural and socio-economic boundaries."

Thuy Ulrich is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with more than 12 years of experience. She is a highly motivated and skilled solutions-oriented mental health professional dedicated to providing exceptional care and advocacy to empower children, adolescents, and adults in need. She has a demonstrated track record of counseling diverse populations in one-on-one or group settings. She blends empathy and creativity in collaborating with her clients on the solutions that work best for them to reach their goals and potential.

Thuy completed her Master's degree in Counseling at the California State University of Fullerton, where she had also completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology. Thuy utilizes a blend of treatment modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Adlerian, and Ericksonian methods to empower her clients to be themselves and enrich their coping skills and processing abilities.

Thuy is confident that she can support her clients’ through their struggles, and help them get back into the driver's seat of their own life and onward in their life paths. If you feel like you need to get back into the driver's seat of your life, schedule an appointment with her today