Dr. Terrayce Hunter, CA Psychologist

Therapist in California

Dr.

Licensed inCalifornia
License17120
NPI 1962504712
Experience26+ years
LanguagesEnglish

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About Terrayce

Dr. Terrayce Hunter is a clinical psychologist licensed in California since 2001 who brings 26 years of experience to her practice. She focuses on common struggles like stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, and trauma, and she pays close attention to how family patterns and life-stage changes affect well-being.

Dr. Hunter also addresses attachment-related concerns and caregiving stress that can come with aging and illness. Her background includes psychological testing to clarify personality features and guide treatment choices.

Background and approach

She uses assessment results to tailor practical steps and to help people understand themselves more clearly. Those test findings inform conversations about strengths and next steps rather than standing alone as a diagnosis. In sessions she combines client-centered listening with active techniques.

She asks motivational questions to clarify what someone wants to change and then introduces skills people can practice between meetings. Cognitive behavioral ideas are used when thoughts and behaviors are getting in the way of daily life. She is direct but respectful, helping people name patterns and try small experiments to see what helps.

She also brings an existential perspective when clients are grappling with meaning, life direction, or grief. The overall aim is to help people build on what already works and develop realistic tools for coping. Dr.

Hunter offers phone, video, live chat, and text-based sessions for people located in California. Sessions are delivered in English and are assigned through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and appointments are scheduled according to therapist availability.

Credentials

Psychologist (California): License 17120 · expires June 2026
NPI: 1962504712 · national provider identifier

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Terrayce lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Depression
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
ADHD
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Commitment issues
Eating and food-related issues
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Sexual assault and abuse

Approaches Terrayce names

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Online support

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Dr. Hunter often combines Attachment-Based Therapy with Client-Centered care to help people understand relationship patterns and feel heard. Attachment-based ideas focus on how early bonds influence current reactions and close relationships, which can be useful for attachment concerns, caregiving stress, and family patterns. Client-centered therapy centers on listening and reflecting so people feel understood and can explore their own goals.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes. CBT is practical for anxiety, mood concerns, and habits related to addiction or compulsions. Choosing which approaches to use is collaborative - the therapist will ask about goals, try different techniques, and adjust the plan as progress is tracked.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video works well for in-depth conversations and observing nonverbal cues. Phone sessions can fit a short break at work or require less bandwidth. Live chat and text make brief check-ins and step-by-step skill coaching easier between longer sessions. These options provide flexibility so people can match format to their schedule and comfort.

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Frequently asked

What kinds of concerns does this psychologist address?

She helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, and relationship or family problems.

What is her general therapeutic style?

The approach mixes client-centered listening with motivational questioning and practical skill-building. Cognitive behavioral techniques and existential conversations are used when helpful.

How long has she practiced and what is her background?

She has 26 years of experience and uses psychological testing to better understand personality patterns and guide treatment choices.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a California psychologist with credential CA Psychologist 17120 and practices from California.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on client preference.

How are costs handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this psychologist?

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