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Kellisha Priester

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

As a licensed therapist in California, I bring 11 years of dedicated experience supporting individuals through complex life challenges. My practice centers on creating a compassionate, affirming space for clients navigating relationship dynamics, family conflicts, and personal growth.

I specialize in addressing a wide range of concerns, including communication challenges, life transitions, workplace stress, and issues affecting young adults, veterans, and first responders. My approach honors each client’s unique identity and experiences, with a particular commitment to supporting individuals facing prejudice, discrimination, and complex family dynamics.

Drawing from evidence-based practices, I offer culturally responsive guidance that empowers clients to develop healthier relationships, overcome personal barriers, and cultivate meaningful life purpose. My work is grounded in understanding the intersections of personal experience, systemic challenges, and individual resilience.

I am deeply committed to creating a therapeutic environment that feels safe, respectful, and transformative for individuals from all backgrounds.

Years Experience: 11
Location: California, United States
Accepting New Clients: No
Gender: Female
Accepting international clients: No
NPI Number: 1801291281
Credentials: CA LMFT 131025
Languages Spoken: English
Licenses: LMFT (California) #131025 exp 2026-02-28
List of Specialties: Relationship, Family, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting, Compassion fatigue, Black therapist, Therapist of color, Female therapist, Christian, Gay, Liberal therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: Yes
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Kellisha Priester

Compassionate couples and family therapy
  • Relationship focus
  • Culturally responsive care
  • Licensed CA LMFT

Licensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime

About

Kellisha Priester is a licensed clinician in California with 11 years of experience supporting people through complex life challenges. She holds CA LMFT 131025, which indicates she is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California.

Her practice focuses on creating a compassionate, affirming space for those working through relationship dynamics, family conflict, intimacy-related concerns, and parenting challenges. Kellisha addresses communication difficulties, life transitions, workplace stress, and issues commonly affecting young adults, veterans, and first responders.

She offers culturally responsive, evidence-based guidance that helps clients build healthier relationships, move past personal barriers, and explore meaningful purpose. Kellisha’s work attends to the intersections of personal experience, systemic pressures, and individual resilience, with particular dedication to supporting people who face prejudice and discrimination and to navigating complex family systems.

As a therapist of color who practices from a perspective shaped by her identity as a female, Christian, gay, liberal clinician, she is committed to maintaining a therapeutic environment that feels safe, respectful, and transformative for individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Location: California, United States
Years Experience: 11
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English
Therapist of Color: Yes
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: No
Accepting International Clients: No

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: CA LMFT 131025
  • NPI Number: 1801291281
  • License: LMFT (California) #131025 exp 2026-02-28

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How much experience does Kellisha Priester have?

Kellisha Priester has 11 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Kellisha Priester a licensed therapist?

Yes. Kellisha Priester holds CA LMFT 131025, indicating she is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California.

In which languages does Kellisha Priester provide therapy?

Kellisha Priester provides therapy in English.

Where is Kellisha Priester located?

Kellisha Priester is located in California.

How can I work with Kellisha Priester as my therapist?

You can work with Kellisha Priester through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Kellisha Priester cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with the therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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