Therapists in 90066

I'm deeply empathetic with an ability to be with clients through their most difficult emotions. I believe processing feelings can facilitate rapid growth. However, my approach is eclectic because change can be initiated in different ways. For example, emotional processing can shift feelings as well as thoughts and behaviors. Alternatively, reevaluating dysfunctional thoughts can improve our outlook and actions. Exploring different behaviors can permanently change one's attitude or release repressed feelings. So, I'm a client centered, empathetic therapist, comfortable working on deep feelings as well as assisting clients in finding concrete solutions and effective new behaviors.

You may be feeling sad, anxious, overwhelmed, or confused. You may be experiencing a difficult life transition or feel that something is missing in your life. It is important to find a therapist with whom you have a good fit, a feeling that your therapist "gets" you in order to develop the trust necessary in a therapeutic relationship. I have over 35 years of experience helping people in a safe, non-judgmental environment. It is through feeling understood that we come to understand ourselves better.

We are a sober living home for adult men seeking a safe and comfortable environment for those in recovery from addiction. If you are looking for somewhere that is peaceful and supportive, we are the house for you.

If you are feeling sad, anxious, confused, dissatisfied, or are having problems in your relationships with others, I have the experience and qualifications to help you. I provide a safe, warm and supportive relationship in which we can explore your personal experiences and help you find ways to greater fulfillment and happiness.

I have had many years of gratifying experience in deeply engaging with the people I work with, and training and supervising doctoral students and therapists (many on this site have been my students!). Discovering what has been causing personal distress, worry, loneliness, or disappointment is what transforms life. These underlying stresses can cause problems with relationship, career, mood, or just general feelings of dissatisfaction. The personal growth that blooms in the therapy opens doors inside and out, and creates the rich opportunities and experiences we all want in life.

I am a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor with over 40 years of experience in the addiction field as a therapist, program administer and state director. I have also taught graduate level addiction courses and numerous continuing education classes and workshop presentations. My client base is primarily made up of adolescents, adults and families effected by addiction issues as well as individuals and couples dealing with anger management and communication problems.

I work in a predominantly psychodynamic framework, developing a relationship in which I collaborate with adults, children, couples and families to address a variety of concerns, interests and goals. I received my Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University in 2013, specializing in Child/Family and Depth psychology followed by clinical training at The Maple Counseling Center. I completed my doctorate in psychoanalysis at the Institute of Contemporary Psychoanalysis in 2021.

You are enough. Past experiences may have created a negative inner voice undercutting your self-worth and capacity for joy. People pleasing and perfectionism may have left you needing to do or be more, unable to enjoy the present. We can work together in a secure and non-judgmental space to rewrite your narrative and silence the self-talk. We will identify your own needs and prioritize them, allowing you to be present with grace and acceptance as you navigate healing past wounds or face life's challenges. Therapy will empower you to recognize your intrinsic strengths, forging a new path toward a life of meaning and fulfillment.

Are you feeling more anxious than usual? Do you continue to compare yourself to everyone around you and self-doubt kicks in? Through a warm and collaborative process, I am here to help identify and uncover the patterns that have kept you stuck. Beginning therapy can mean the start of a new way of seeing and living. You may find that you only need short term therapy to help you get through a transition in your life or you may need more time to process and uncover the truth behind your emotional struggle. However I can best serve you is my priority.

My approach is holistic, incorporating mind, body and soul. As a therapist, I'm totally committed to your growth. I don't simply sit back and listen. Rather, I'm on the journey with you, as a companion, witness and guide, holding a safe container in which your healing can unfold. I see therapy as a lively creative process that accesses the wisdom of your body and the power of your imagination to put you back in the driving seat of your life.

I hold you in sacred space, & accompany you in your exploration of yourself to help you achieve the outcome that you seek. This may be clarity, peace, resolution, or tangible coping skills. We work together to determine your goals, & to help you achieve the change you desire. I implement an eclectic therapeutic approach that draws upon person-centered therapy, psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, & brainspotting, which is an evidence-based trauma therapy modality.

I have a warm and relational style with my patients. This means I won't sit in silence staring at you the whole session. While I believe in allowing enough space for you to explore your own thoughts, I tend to be more of an active therapist.

As a Registered Associate Marriage & Family Therapist at Root to Rise Therapy, I specialize in working with couples and individuals to navigate relationship connection and communication issues, and to overcome anxiety, grief, and self-esteem challenges. I believe that a therapeutic relationship based in acceptance and unconditional positive regard fosters the healing process. I hold an Attachment-Based and Emotionally-Focused perspective while working with couples and adults to promote increased self-awareness, self-compassion, a deeper relationship with oneself, and greater emotional security with loved ones.

I am the Founder and Director of Root to Rise Therapy, a boutique psychotherapy practice that provides couples therapy and individual counseling in a warm, accepting space. As a highly trained psychotherapist and relationship counselor located in the heart of Culver City, California, my passion is helping individuals, couples, and families to create relationships and lives that they love. I believe that healthy relationships start with you and that in order to serve the people that we love most, we first have to learn to take care of ourselves!

Trauma leaves us feeling broken and disconnected from who we truly are. You may be fed up with feeling lonely, worthless, or even unlovable. You may not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to begin understanding the root of these feelings. You’re ready to cultivate deeper self-trust and authenticity. Most of all, you’re ready to come home to yourself.

I am a humanistic and person-centered therapist. I value the therapeutic relationship and believe it is through trust, understanding, and compassion that goals can be reached together. I believe in supporting each individual based on their cultural, spiritual, and personal values. I like to spend time with animals and nature, and I'm working on becoming a LBL past life regressionist right now, which is what I want to do.

During difficult times, you and your loved ones deserve to have someone who will offer support and bear witness to your journeys. I work with people to claim internal power, and to take charge of your own story, regardless of your age. I have a special passion working with children, teens and their families as they navigate the unpredictable terrain of school, relationships, and identity development. I have worked extensively with youth, adults, and QTIBIPOC folks on life transitions, anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, bipolar, neurodivergence (ADHD and autism), psychosis, mood swings, and relationship issues.

“No one saves us but ourselves. No one can and no one may. We ourselves must walk the path”- Buddhist quote . I am here to support you on this path. Feeling heard, respected, and validated when life feels overwhelming can be a great comfort. Are you are dealing with a past trauma that feels unbearable, hindering you from your authentic self? Maybe it's been difficult to create boundaries, leaving you feeling depleted and unable to incorporate self-care. Perhaps you and your partner are struggling to empathize with one another. My goal is to aid my clients to release from harmful patterns and process past pain that impair wellbeing.

Making the decision to start therapy can feel overwhelming. My goal is to eliminate that stress and create a space for adolescents, adults, couples, and families to process emotions and explore their identities and their relationships in a non-judgmental, safe environment. I believe that we all undergo transitions and experiences that require additional support from an objective third party to allow us to thrive personally and interpersonally. I utilize individualized, evidence-based approaches to foster a collaborative environment that produces long-term change.