"Are you dealing with life threatening illness? Would you like to recapture sexual intimacy in your relationship? Are you having relationship, grief or divorce struggles? Having experienced the grief and loss brought forward by my spouse's terminal illness, I have developed strong insights to help my clients: * Live with illness * Recapture sexual intimacy * Live a full life after divorce or widowhood * Sustain deeper intimate relationships, and * Gain autonomy"

"I am a California licensed psychologist whose clinical experience spans twenty-seven years. I specializes in the treatment of trauma-related disorders, victims of intimate partner violence, addiction treatment and recovery, couples therapy; parent-child conflict, and substance and alcohol abuse. From a theoretical perspective, I work from an integrative theoretical orientation grounded in psychodynamic theory, attachment theory, and in the cognitive and behavioral therapies; but above all, my work is pragmatic, and down-to-earth. All Mental Fitness Clinic clinicians regularly collaborate with the medical director, Neevon Esmaili, MD."

"As a therapist for 30 plus years I have experience working with individuals and couples with varied backgrounds, cultures and ages. Many years working with people in Recovery (12 step and alternatives friendly) . Hsp's (highly sensitive) , women and men in transition.. challenged by depression, anxiety and panic, people in creative fields corporate professionals, LGBT. My experience as a cancer survivor, adoptive parent, artist/writer, and meditator enhance my work. I work with mindfulness. stress management and CBT . Very experienced with loss, grief and pet bereavement. I have advanced training in Trauma Resiliency Model "

"I believe everyone deserves to love themselves, believe in themselves and feel confident in their abilities. This might not be easy to imagine but it is possible with support, compassion and understanding. Together we will work towards these goals and help you achieve the inner peace and happiness you are looking for. I feel honored to work with each client who comes through my door and I look forward to meeting you. "

"You are probably here because you are thinking about starting therapy. Perhaps you're still warming up to the idea, or maybe you're ready to dive in. Either way, you're probably in a place where you aren't feeling your best. Whether you are feeling depressed, anxious, stressed about life's changes, overwhelmed with the many demands that have been placed on you or simply just need someone to talk to, I am here to listen and help. You deserve to feel your best, so why should you settle for anything less? I believe that everyone has the tools to feel better, sometimes they need help learning how to use these tools to their benefit."

"As a marriage and family therapist, I believe that with a strong therapeutic relationship and using the treatment modalities that best fit your needs you can overcome your struggles and live life to its fullest potential. I am experienced in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as well as Psychodynamic, Mindfulness and Client-Oriented therapeutic techniques to assist individuals, children, couples, or families to improve their ability to manage stress, depressive symptoms and anxiety, cope with emotional difficulties, relapse prevention issues, develop insight and improve their communications."

"Each of us has had periods of struggle or times of dissatisfaction in our lives; or perhaps a desire for greater personal well-being. The decision to seek therapy may be the result of experiencing depression, anxiety, facing challenging life transitions, relationship difficulties, or having experienced traumatic events. Sometimes we do not know precisely what changes we are seeking. Whatever the motivation, I believe therapy can be helpful in symptom reduction, and more profoundly, can initiate deeper changes and growth. I believe in figuring out what is right with you, enabling you to call upon your innate strength and wisdom."

"How do you want to live your life? What's keeping you from doing it? Often times, feelings of anxiety, depression, and fear can leave us paralyzed and unable to achieve our goals and find real fulfilment. I believe that through therapy and the relationship created in the therapeutic process, people can confront and overcome the feelings that may be keeping them from fully realizing their potential. As a therapist my goal is to create a safe, nurturing, non-judgmental environment in which you can explore feelings, resolve painful issues from the past and present, improve relationships and achieve fulfillment."

"In my many years of experience, I have been fortunate to witness the curative benefits of the therapeutic relationship. My interest lies in working with individuals, from young children to adults, who are suffering from anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, loss, and trauma. The children and adolescents I have had in my practice have struggled with issues of divorce, adoption, peer pressures, anxiety, depression, sibling rivalry, and social difficulties. Utilizing a somatic understanding and focus has deepened the work with many clients, especially those who have experienced trauma."

"Do you struggle with trauma, relationships, and anxiety, or worry that you might be beyond help? Give me a call--I've been there and, through my own healing, as well as extensive training and experience, I'm uniquely fit to help others. I specialize in healing complex trauma, compulsive disorders, and borderline personality disorder, using EMDR, DBT, and Brainspotting to achieve tangible results quickly. My clients often tell me that no other therapist has helped them in the way that I have, and that they finally have the tools they need to let go of trauma thrive."

"Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, mood swings? Do you have difficulties in relationships, have conflicts with loved ones, feel alone? You are reading this paragraph so I can only surmise you are considering psychotherapy. If so, let me help you. Though I am compassionate about my work, I know that is not enough to be a good therapist. To be a good therapist, continuing education and experience are necessary. I bring years of professional experience, education, and training. I have been in the health care industry for 40 years; and I have been in the mental health care industry since 1991."

"Honoring each person's unique perspective is central to my practice. My philosophy is to approach each client with an open heart and without judgment in order to create a safe environment for healing and personal growth to take place. i believe in empowerment of the person through identifying their strengths and experiencing the therapeutic relationship to explore what is preventing them from achieving their potential in life. Issues frequently highlighted include belief systems, boundaries, communication skills and unresolved issues from the person's family or past relationships. I find this work to be rewarding, challenging and always interesting."

"Marriage and Family Therapists work to improve relationships with self and others. So no matter what you are experiencing at this time, I can assist you with greater self awareness while also enhancing relationships in your life. Authentic relationship begins with yourself. Let me assist you, so that you can move forward with purpose and intentionality to be the best you can be in relationship with yourself and with others. Together, we can work to improve the meaningfulness of your life."

"How do you feel about seeking help, especially for your mental and emotional health? Do you think it’s a sign of weakness? As a psychologist, I see it as a sign of strength, courage, self-awareness and maturity. I work with my clients to identify what they’re needing in order for them to improve their lives. I help people find the ways to change and experience personal growth and healing. I support my clients as they discover new aspects of themselves, which can be a challenging but rewarding process. "

"Psychotherapy can help you overcome challenges and heal different types of wounds, both old and new. I will incorporate different models and approaches to best fit your personal needs. We will work together to uncover your hidden strengths, to overcome your obstacles, and to find your unlimited potential. I will help you gain insight to your current and past relationships to help you change repeating patterns and behaviors. I am committed to establishing a safe environment to explore ways to shift and create change and take charge of your life. Healing the past will allow you to move forward."

"I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples who are seeking support with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, compulsions, disordered eating, sexuality, identity, relationships, and life transitions. To meet the unique needs of each client, I draw on a range of therapeutic modalities, including psychodynamic, Gestalt, family systems, cognitive-behavioral, narrative, and mindfulness techniques. I come to my work as a therapist with compassion, warmth, humor, and honesty."

"I'm a Latina licensed psychologist and I specialize in working with people that have been impacted by trauma; for example: unexpected loss of loved ones, sexual abuse/rape, domestic violence, child abuse, war/gang related, and many others. I also specialize in working with teens/young adults, and with their families; in the family sessions, I usually help the client and his/her caregivers improve their communication and connection. I can also assist in helping the parent improve their overall parenting skills. I also conduct psychological evaluations (IQ, educational, socio-emotional); including for immigration purposes. Services are conducted in English and in Spanish. I have a Registered Psychological Assistant that also provides services and that specializes in substance abuse, compassion fatigue and caregivers of elders; she provides services on Saturday and on a sliding scale. "

"I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a core part of engaging in healthy life changes. Change is very difficult for most people and sometimes all it takes is to talk about your struggles and have someone to listen and try to understand. My belief is that the therapy relationship can help the healing process no matter what it is you are dealing with. The first step towards having a happy life is a healthy mind."

"Stuck? In pain? Contemplating a life change, or just had one thrust upon you? Let's explore your options and make things better. Call for a free consult. Day, evening, and weekend appointments available."

"I've been in private practice for over 30 years, working with many populations. I am currently specializing in adults dealing with issues such as: substance abuse, creativity, ADD/ADHD, spirituality, life transitions and aging."