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Dr. Terence "Terry" Rooney, CA Psychologist 18919
California
CA Psychologist - Stress and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Brief solution-focused work
- Mindfulness and Jungian ideas
About Terence
Dr. Terence "Terry" Rooney is a California psychologist (CA Psychologist 18919) with about 40 years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, grief, parenting, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, and other life changes. He works with people who want practical help and clearer ways to manage problems.
Rooney describes his approach as classically trained and eclectic. He often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. He also draws on client-centered, existential, Jungian, and mindfulness ideas when those perspectives add value.
In sessions he tends toward brief, solution-focused work when that fits the situation. He also has experience with longer-term work for complex problems such as substance use, trauma, and co-occurring issues. Expect sessions that look at current patterns, past influences, and actionable steps to change daily habits.
Dr. Rooney has worked in both public sector settings and private practice, and completed his clinical supervision for licensure in private practice. That background gives him familiarity with a wide range of problems and service settings. He lists additional focus areas including adoption and foster care, aging, autism spectrum issues, caregiver stress, cancer-related concerns, and family of origin problems.
Sessions are conducted in English from his California practice. The site process uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time; confirm the session options before booking and use the matching questionnaire to schedule a first appointment.
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Rooney commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to break down thoughts and behaviors into manageable steps. CBT sessions focus on spotting patterns, testing small behavior changes, and building practical coping skills for anxiety, mood, and stress. He also draws on client-centered methods that prioritize the person's goals and lived experience, helping shape the work around what matters most to the client. Choosing the right approach is collaborative. He will talk with the client about goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust based on what helps. That process means starting with clear, practical steps and changing course if something is not working. Confirm the available online session formats before booking, as the biography does not specify them. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a weekly routine, shorten some check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. For many people, video or phone sessions allow regular contact and focused skills practice that can be integrated into daily life. Ask about format options during the matching questionnaire and first session so the plan fits your schedule and needs.Areas of expertise
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Experience
40+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and career concerns, and many life changes.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new ways of responding. CBT is applied alongside other approaches when that better fits the issue.
What is his clinical background?
He has about 40 years of clinical experience and has worked in both public sector and private practice settings.
What are his credentials and location?
He is listed as CA Psychologist 18919 and practices in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time and costs vary by location.
How do I begin scheduling a session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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