Therapists in 90049

Everyone has an innate ability to enjoy a life balanced with love, work and play. When long-standing issues or unexpected stressors hinder this ability, we need to grow and heal. Family and friends are often supportive, but at times we need someone who listens without letting his/her own needs interfere with our finding the true path to our healing. In psychotherapy, your immediate experience and what is not said, as well as your spoken words are heard. This full listening allows psychotherapists to keep all of your concerns, desires and anxieties in mind.

Being a human is hard! Managing relationships (familial, romantic, platonic, professional) with all kinds of different personalities, feeling comfortable and confident in our careers, finding healthy and lasting love, and feeling good about ourselves through it all can feel like an impossible task. We were never given a manual on how to do this! And while, as humans, we are incredibly resilient and have somehow found a way to get this far, some of the coping mechanisms we have developed throughout our lives may not be serving us anymore. I help clients gain insight into their thoughts & behaviors to help improve their outcomes.

Most people grapple with challenges related to self-esteem, self-actualization, emotion (be it awareness, regulation or resilience) and intimate relationships, (be they with a partner, family, friends or business associates). In helping people with these matters throughout my 40-year practice I have found them to be based on attachment trauma, personal and interpersonal conflict, anxiety and whatever set of problematic behaviors have arisen out of attempting to cope with these issues (e.g., rumination, avoidance, food and substance abuse, depression). If you are struggling with any of this lets talk. We may be well-suited to work together.

I'm interested in working with you to help you face your current life struggles through developing a greater understanding of yourself, implementing healthy ways of coping, and healing your relationship with your mind, body and soul.

I am a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst, with extensive experience helping people with a variety of life challenges. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, relationship problems, and self-destructive and/or self-defeating attitudes or behaviors. I approach each individual as a unique person and strive to work together to reach understanding and avenues for change.

The therapeutic relationship is a unique collaborative experience, offering you a chance to confront your fears, struggles, worries, stressors, and doubts without judgment. Together, we will discover a new way for you to think about your story; allowing you to reach a place of insight, openness, growth, and acceptance, overcoming obstacles and advancing toward wholeness, happiness, peacefulness, and living your truth.

In these times of uncertainty, I am here to help. I have years of experience and am able to work with you virtually. Call me! Listening for what is not said is often as important as what is said. No one therapeutic approach suits every client's need, so I tailor my approach based on what's best for the individual. My success with sober clients and others suffering from addictive disorders comes from my willingness to help them navigate the realities of life. Sometimes psychotherapy alone cannot cure mood disorders, just as drugs for depression and anxiety are less effective without concurrent psychotherapy.

During this difficult time, you may need support. I care and want to help you through life's challenges. Therapy is beneficial whether you are seeking to address current or long-term issues. Your emotional health can improve. Therapy can positively transform the course of your life. I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in individual, family and couple’s therapy. I have a Ph.D. and master’s in psychology and a master’s in Alternative Dispute resolution. l work collaboratively and transparently to create real and lasting results. I keep up to date on the latest treatments relevant to our goals.

It’s so painful to see your adolescent in distress. You want to help, but they can be resistant to your ideas, and it feels like they’re withdrawing more every day. You worry that their anxiety, difficulty managing responsibilities, or poor self esteem will prevent them from living up to their potential. It can feel like you’ve tried everything or don’t know where to start, and your concerns about them feel increasingly overwhelming.

Life can have challenging moments, especially going through different transitions, and it can be difficult to know how to move forward. I am dedicated to listening carefully and offering insight with compassion. We all need many support systems and I will be there through this journey. My areas of focus include couples, families, young adults, and adolescents. I individualize treatment and provide each client the best plan for personal growth.

Are you struggling with a relationship and no longer able to communicate with each other? Do family and friends understand your feelings? Whether you are struggling with: depression, anxiety, fear, negative thinking, any type of abuse and/or trauma, self-esteem, communication in relationships, understanding can create positive changes and diminish symptoms. I am here to help understand what lies underneath these issues. As an experienced therapist who has worked with children, adolescents, and adults for 20 years, I work closely with my clients to develop individual goals that focus on: lessening depression, anxiety, and increasing communication in relationships.

I believe that growth is a balance of tackling our short-term challenges while uncovering their long-term patterns and origins. I consider it a privilege to work alongside my clients and find out what is possible when we make the decision to explore and evolve. My approach is tailored to each individual and their goals, but I center my work around a psychodynamic approach that incorporates mindfulness-based stress reduction, somatic therapy, attachment theory, and family systems.

Do you find yourself completely avoiding or “numbing out” because things seem so overwhelming? Do you find yourself so “revved up” to do things, to only later find yourself completely burned out? Do you feel like you can’t enjoy life because there is a constant pressure to do things and “do them right?” I help YOU manage these heavy feelings, learn coping strategies, and begin discovering “what’s right with you.” I have empowered many clients at UCLA Medicine, The Pain Psychology Center, and The Relational Center feel in order to truly heal.

JennyMae uses a client-centered approach, tailoring each session to her client's individual wants and needs and cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients work through depression and anxiety. Implementing mindfulness-based techniques, clients are encouraged to incorporate relaxation tools into their daily lives in order to gain a greater sense of peace and balance. JennyMae’s integrative approach allows her to build a supportive and safe environment with clients to explore their thoughts and emotions. JennyMae works with teens, couples, and adults. She will collaborate with you to help you reach your goals.

Realizing that you aren’t where you want to be is scary. For many of us, continuing along without changing is likely to result in developing meaningless habits: ruminating, alcohol/substance abuse, unhealthy hookups, too much time with technology, ignoring your work/relationships, etc. Was there a point in your life where you did feel alive, connected and motivated? Or, do you feel that this has eluded you? This is the thing--we can have a picture-perfect life, an incredible resume, a fabulous apartment/home and still feel that lack. We can work more, push more to the point of self-sabotage, anxiety and depression.

What if you could be free of anxiety, depression and stress during this Covid19 time of extreme change? On line therapy sessions can assist you with your life. We use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), communication skills improvement and talk therapy. We will practice exercises to use in your daily life. I can assist you with issues of anxiety, depression, relationships, grief, loss, self doubt, social anxiety and many other things.

It is my belief that anyone can benefit from psychotherapy as we all have unique concerns influencing our daily lives. Working in a safe and comfortable environment, I can work to help you know yourself better and to live your life the way you want. We will work collaboratively to explore and understand the psychological roots of emotional suffering by focusing on self-reflection and the examination and resolution of inner conflicts. I can help you to explore and modify your patterns of thinking in order to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and to improve coping with daily struggles.

TRS is dedicated to healing our communities through a holistic approach to quality therapeutic practices and wellness. We promote growth and resilience by helping you integrate all aspects of yourself: mind, body & spirit. We aspire to model for our clients that strength, hard work, love and dedication can help make your dreams come true. As women of color we understand the importance of having a safe space to be yourself. As parents we can help you find your unique balance of love and discipline with your child. As human beings we can support your journey of becoming the best version of yourself.

I believe there is a natural tendency toward growth, a desire to be more of ourselves and to enjoy the things we do. For many, that curiosity and vitality has been restricted or shut down. This may lead to feeling depressed, like nothing will change for you. Or anxious, it will only get worse. Or perhaps you sense things could be different and are frustrated, not knowing how to access that new way of being. Psychotherapy is a process through which you can understand how these feelings have come about and how to access your natural tendency toward wellness.

I am passionate about helping people to overcome obstacles in their lives. The focus of treatment is on facilitating the discovery and empowerment of each individual's strengths, talents, skills, and gifts within. The overall purpose of treatment is to help people attain authentic, enriched lives and have fulfilling, harmonious relationships.