Therapists in 90001

Do you have a constant feeling of “stuckness” or the sense that something important is missing? You may have achieved a certain level of success in life, such as in your work and career, relationships, family. Or perhaps you feel out of balance because one part of your life is pretty great while other parts struggle, like undernourished plants. Depending on many factors, you may have focused your attention in one area of your inner garden at the expense of other important aspects of personal growth. Are stress-provoking events in the world increasingly “getting to you” and leaving you with even more distress? You're not alone.

Find the keys to having a lasting relationship. Become a more engaged and compassionate listener. Effectively communicate and negotiate for what you want and need. Couples and individuals have been coming to me for over 35 years to overcome childhood abuse, family alcoholism, and inadequate parenting. Together we resolve marital distress, adolescent behavior problems, job stress, inappropriate anger, depression and anxiety. I have a direct, highly interactive approach that quickly gets to the heart of the matter. Call me. Let's discuss how we, together, can get you back on track to a happier balanced life.

I believe that the work of therapy is to help you (re)discover your areas of greatest joy and to chart a path towards attaining a life of meaning, value, and purpose. To do that, however, requires us to lean into the pain and the sorrows. Rather than becoming distracted by a diagnosis, the aim is to figure out what is no longer working for you, as we can become trapped in patterns of behavior that continue to result in pain and suffering. My goal, then, is to help you become un-stuck, choose your joys, and move freely, fully, and confidently into a life that matters.

Are you feeling anxious or down? Are you unsure about the future of a relationship, or wondering why you find yourself repeating the same patterns and behaviors? Therapy is a collaborative process of self-discovery and personal growth. I focus on helping my clients through the development of greater self-understanding, self-awareness and self-acceptance. I want to support you to make the changes you desire, and to live your life to the fullest. I treat a wide range of clinical issues and invite clients of diverse identities and backgrounds into my therapy practice.

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I like to work with clients who see a need for change but can't seem to do it on their own. Together we can find ways that inspire, motivate and make for change. Change can happen effortlessly at times but also there are times when we must work at it together. I will work as long & hard for my clients as they are willing to work. Then we can both rejoice in the change.

Welcome! It is my privilege to hold a safe space for you as you begin your journey toward self-discovery. My approach to counseling is highly personal and engaging. I will concentrate on understanding you and helping you understand your thoughts, feelings, and motivations​ while attempting to resolve barriers. It is my pleasure to support and guide you toward a life you desire​. ​I look forward to meeting you.

It takes courage and commitment to begin the therapy process. It is my hope that through the creation of a safe, non-judgmental space and a collaborative relationship, clients will be able to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. As the therapist, I will provide that space and that relationship, as well as insight, skills, knowledge, emotional support, guidance, and encouragement that can lead each person to make the changes he or she is seeking. Together, we can help you achieve your goals of developing a life that is happier and more meaningful.

I believe we all have the capacity to change. We often feel judged by the world around us and the people in our lives. My philosophy is that in a safe nonjudgmental environment we can explore and understand ourselves and our relationships. This awareness is the first step towards change. My goal is to provide that safe space for clients. Collaboratively I strive to help clients deal with issues such as low self esteem, depression, anxiety, communication skills and life's most challenging issues.

I am a Marriage and Familty Therapist and a Psychoanalyst in private practice in both Pasadena and Beverly Hills.

Making the first step to seek for help or find solutions in life can be difficult. My first goal is to make you feel comfortable and trust the therapeutic relationship. Once you develop trust in me as your therapist, we can work together in finding the coping skills you need to return to functioning in day to day life. Let me help you regain control of your life. I look forward to helping you meet your goals.

I work with adults, couples and children

I Believe That Short Term Therapy Is a Life Time Investment

"The purpose of therapy is to remove blocks to truth; to help you abandon any patterns of belief that no longer serve you in a productive way; to implement self-forgiveness. Therapy can alleviate suffering and open the door to peace of mind. It can assist in separating illusion from reality and even reality from truth. Finally, it can help you to learn to make your decisions from internal prompts because you have created an internal locus of control." From "A Course in Miracles" Most clients start noticing change in their perspectives, outlook and coping skills early in the process.

I believe life experiences sometimes put us in a place where we need help to guide us through different aspects of our lives. Pain and suffering caused by the loss of a loved one; navigating the often troublesome path of childhood and adolescence; interpersonal difficulties between couples; fears, anger management and family dynamics are areas I specialize in treating in a warm, safe and comfortable environment. Also, I feel that early issues, loses and experiences help to define how a person makes choices in their lives as they mature. As a therapist, I want to help my clients discover ways to make their life more rewarding.

We humans have an innate desire to grow and develop to our fullest. For full development, we need a secure relationship with human connection, secure attachment and a sense of belonging are core. While many of us did not experience that deep connection and secure attachment earlier in our lives due to caretakers who were not optimally available to us because of their own unmet needs, preoccupations and human frailties. I am dedicated to providing that kind of secure attachment for you NOW. Out of this secure base, you CAN become the "best that you can be."

You had imagined your life unfolding in this uniquely wonderful way; having a career that fulfilled you and you were excited about, a strong and committed relationship and a great group of friends who supported you and you share exciting experiences with. Now it feels like some areas are just ok and other seem to not be working at all. It also seems like others lives are going great when you look at social media. You feel stuck. Uncertain of the next move or even how to get back to a place of feeling confident and empowered.

My goal is to help people open up and discover new aspects of themselves. I believe that every person has a unique and interesting story. I work towards deconstructing problem-saturated narratives and thickening thin descriptions that lead to unhealthy thinking patterns and behaviors.