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Dr. Terence "Terry" Rooney, CA Psychologist 18919

40-year California clinical psychologist
  • Client-centered therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Family and grief work

About Dr. Terence "Terry" Rooney

Dr. Terence "Terry" Rooney is a California licensed psychologist with four decades of clinical experience, holding the credential CA Psychologist 18919, which denotes his license to practice psychology in California. He brings a classical clinical training foundation paired with an eclectic toolbox of therapeutic methods, adapting interventions to fit the needs of each person he works with.

Over his career he has worked extensively in the public sector and also completed all clinical supervision for licensure in private practice, giving him experience across organizational settings and client populations. His interests and areas of expertise include mental health concern management, substance use disorders, grief and loss, spectrum disorders, mood and adjustment disorders, relational difficulties, and family therapy.

Rooney’s orientation favors brief solution-focused work when appropriate, while also recognizing that some concerns require longer-term attention and deeper exploration. He is experienced in helping people who are seeking personal insight and self-improvement and has worked with individuals at many different points in their life journeys. His approach emphasizes practical, tailored strategies drawn from his varied training and long clinical practice.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesCoaching

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Terence "Terry" Rooney have?

Dr. Rooney has 40 years of clinical experience.

Is Dr. Terence "Terry" Rooney a licensed therapist?

Yes. He is a licensed psychologist in California, license number CA Psychologist 18919.

In which languages does Dr. Terence "Terry" Rooney provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Terence "Terry" Rooney located?

He is located in California.

How can I work with Dr. Terence "Terry" Rooney as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Rooney through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Terence "Terry" Rooney work with international clients?

Dr. Rooney does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Terence "Terry" Rooney cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, understanding therapeutic relationship where the client's perspectives and goals guide the work. This approach is helpful for people seeking personal growth, improved self-understanding, and stronger decision-making. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, uses practical techniques to identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, making it effective for anxiety, depression, stress, and many day-to-day challenges. Mindfulness Therapy incorporates present-moment awareness and acceptance practices to help manage stress, emotional reactivity, and attention-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Rooney and other licensed professionals work collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match the client's needs, goals, and preferences, and they adapt strategies as the work evolves.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions occur - by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity through life transitions, and access support from home. These options allow therapists and clients to focus on practical progress and consistent engagement regardless of location.

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