Therapists in 90039

I offer clients a safe, non-judgmental and interactive space to work through personal issues, problems and dilemmas of life. I believe there are times to look outside our usual supports and find a consistent and supportive place to develop balance in our lives. Therapy is an opportunity for growth; to feel less stuck and less overwhelmed. I will collaborate with you to identify goals and explore challenges to feeling relief and contentment both within yourself and in your relationships with others. We will recognize your strengths, discover your resilience, and develop your authentic self.

Whatever the issue, I enjoy working with clients who strive to deepen their relationship with self in an effort to better understand themselves. This enhanced self-awareness can be integrated with understanding how presenting issues, whether internal or external, can be approached through exploration and practice of various therapeutic modalities that are a best fit for the client. Clients who are active and remain engaged in the therapeutic process position themselves to more effectively meet life's challenges.

For couples in conflict, feeling stuck and hopeless; learn how to redevelop genuine empathy for each other. For individuals: if you feel like a burden, can't share things with the people in your life, or tend to keep to yourself; my practice can support you. Going to therapy and talking about yourself can be really hard; it can stress me out too. I try to make the first session as easy going as possible. I offer online couples counseling for: married couples, couples moving in together, interracial couples, same-sex couples, premarital couples, & new relationship couples.

I specialize in treating anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, and behavioral problems. When overwhelming experiences leave their mark, it can be hard to know where to turn for help. Memories, fears, distress, and frustration can take over, damaging our relationships, work life, and self-esteem. When our children are struggling with intense feelings, tantrums, or other behavioral problems it can be intensely frustrating and difficult to manage. By understanding the root of your distress together we can find new ways to cope, take action towards what you want in your life, and develop greater peace and happiness.

You're not crazy. You're not a burden. You're not weak. You're just human. And as such, we're constantly changing and evolving. Life is full of endless transitions, whether that be a departure from a relationship, coping with the death of a loved one, changing career paths, or just learning how to better communicate with those around us. No matter what you might want to work on, therapy gives you the space to not only focus on yourself, but to feel supported in whatever stage of life you find yourself navigating.

Experiencing life’s vast and continuous challenges can sometimes seem overwhelming. It is in times like these when we need a little extra support. I am passionate about providing a safe space that is nonjudgmental and respectful, where I can help guide clients on a path of self-reflection, to a place of self-understanding, growth, and healing. With greater self-awareness and the development of coping skills, future challenges in life can seem less daunting and be conquered in stride.

Often my clients say they wished they didn’t need so much validation from others in order to have confidence or they want to be more assertive without feeling guilty. They feel strangely alone even in their relationships. Despite being capable & smart and having some degree of insight about how they were raised, people I treat know there is more to the story. Why do they have so much self-doubt or a harsh inner voice or look to others to say they're "okay”? This is where I come in. I help people dig deep into the stories & experiences that shaped them and how those influences sometimes hijack their way of thinking & sense of self.

Are issues from your past making it hard to enjoy life in the present? As a certified EMDR therapist, my focus is on helping heal those who have been impacted by trauma or stressful life events. EMDR can be a truly amazing therapy tool and is highly effective for healing the effects of trauma such as anxiety, shame, panic attacks, or depression. I utilize EMDR, talk therapy, and a somatic approach for treating PTSD, C-PTSD, and other problems related to the impact of trauma.

I believe that therapy is a collaborative, creative process that can help people live more freely and find more fulfilling ways to love, work, and play. My practice style is warm, conversational, and direct. I provide a safe and supportive space for people to explore, experiment, and surprise themselves as they release old patterns and grow into new parts of who they are. I have experience working with people struggling with a range of issues including personal & professional transitions, anxiety, depression, self-doubt & internal conflict, challenging relationships, creative & artistic difficulties, living with chronic illness, and recovering from trauma & loss.

I specialize in working with people who want more love and peacefulness in their lives. I have had post masters level training for the past five years doing depth work in psychoanalysis. I have been in practice for over 15 years. We will work together for a better understanding of your unconscious inner world and how it affects your life. Close and intimate relationships with others are possible and a basic human need that are yearned for and people deserve. I can help with opening your heart and opening your mind in many new and powerful ways.

Whether one is suffering from depression, anxiety, grief and loss, unresolved trauma, or challenges in relationships, I am here to provide a space to explore these issues and foster personal growth. I understand that you are the expert in your life, and I am there to provide the support and feedback you need to address life’s challenges, identify barriers, explore solutions, and help you achieve your goals.

I believe it takes a great deal of courage to contact a therapist for help with a personal or relational problem. I'd like to encourage you along this path of self discovery and relational health. As a Marriage and Family Therapist with over 33 years of experience I have seen the transforming power of a quality therapeutic relationship. If you are facing new and/or difficult life transitions, confusion or painful issues in your meaningful personal or professional relationships or needs for release from troubling moods or limiting personal beliefs, psychotherapy can be of tremendous help to you.

I am a caring and intelligent counselor who helps individuals and couples become more grounded in themselves as they make changes in their lives that create the clarity and ease they are looking for. With over twenty years of experience, I find that a trusting environment enhances emotional safety and rapport. This allows my clients to bring more curiosity about themselves and fewer judgements. My style is interactive and dynamic, focusing on the connection of mind, body, and soul. I teach mental health skills so clients learn to tolerate anxieties and other feelings that often accompany growth in order to obtain the happiness they seek.

Life can be difficult to navigate. We accumulate invisible scars and wounds over time. Balancing your personal needs with the expectations of others, while essential to developing healthy relationships, can make you feel lost and without direction. You shouldn't walk that path alone. Psychotherapy can help you understand your place in the world and how to be in relationships with others without losing yourself.

I have been licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist for 20 years, working with a wide range of clients and issues, including grief, anxiety and trauma. I believe when a client feels safe and has guidance they can work through pain and difficulty feelings and begin to heal.

Sometimes, it feels like life has dealt you a bad hand. Whether that is in your intimate relationships, in your career, with your family members, or in other areas of life. You may be wondering how to get a handle on it all, how to pull it all together, how to find balance, and how to make a change to improve your life. In therapy, with my guidance, you will play an active role of self-reflecting and creating positive and deep-lasting change in your life. I have extensive experience working with couples, families, and individual adults.

The clients that I work with come from all walks of life with at least 3 common goals: learn how to manage personal difficulties, increase moments of joy, & feel more empowered. I can assist you in reaching your goals with compassion, sensitivity, & levity. I like to provide space to support my clients and teach them how to tap into their inner strengths. I don't just listen, I interact and ask questions that facilitate the kind of treatment that is worth your time and money.

People come to my office with a variety of concerns related to relationships, identity, spirituality, career, self-development, or life purpose. Others may be seeking relief from trauma response patterns, anxiety or depression. In a rapidly changing and tumultuous world, people often feel comforted by the presence of a therapist who can provide a safe enough space to understand themselves, resolve conflicts, and live with more coherence and freedom from unfulfilling relational patterns. I listen with an intuitive and compassionate heart and give you tools to navigate through stressful times with greater resiliency and embodiment.

I believe therapy is meant to be experimental, experiential, and collaborative. Carl Jung said, "The meeting of two personalities is like the contact of two chemical substances: if there is any reaction, both are transformed." Insights in therapy have the potential to be challenging and painful, and my job is to help you through them. A spirit of non-judgment, empathy, directness, and sense of humor defines my style. My goal is to assist clients in connecting to their authentic Selves, for the purpose of overcoming negative thinking, self-destructive patterns, and unfulfilling relationships.

I am a queer-identified and affirmative, sex-positive therapist experienced in working with a spectrum of sexual orientations, identities, and relationships. I specialize in working with individuals and couples interested in discussing interests in kink and consensual non-monogamy. If you are experiencing marginalization or shame around aspects of your identity, we'll work together on how you can gain more freedom to be fully yourself.