Therapists in 90095

Is your relationship at an impasse? Are you dealing with issues of trust & infidelity, lack of intimacy, emotional turbulence, communication difficulty, and overall sense anxiety & grief? I offer a safe and welcoming environment for couples and individuals to talk through their emotional experiences, internal turmoil, and conflicts to begin the journey to healing. Through therapy, I help partners of all diverse backgrounds and orientation move from gridlock by learning healthier communication skills, love languages styles, time-outs and self-soothing strategies to foster an environment of growth towards a meaningful relationship.

Accepting New Clients: You deserve to be free from the burdens of anxiety, PTSD/traumatic stress, and depression. Unfortunately, many therapists don't have the experience and training necessary to help you make the changes you need. The California Center for Anxiety Traumatic Stress was formed to fill this gap in quality, evidence-based care. Our team of elite clinicians are not only validating and supportive (the foundations of any good therapy), but are specially trained in gold-standard treatments for these difficulties.

As a psychologist, my life experiences, my identity and my training inform my approach to therapy – a vulnerable relationship of healing. I believe that the current framework of "mental illness" tells us that we are the problem. You are not the problem. While society encourages us to “fix” or “stop” painful emotional experiences, I hope to remove the expectation that we need “fixing” in order to thrive. I want to help you feel more connected, authentic and empowered in yourself and in your relationships.

Accepting new patients!

Hello, my name is Priscilla Altuve. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a bachelor's degree in Sociology from Mount St. Mary's College and a master's degree in Social Work from USC. My therapy sessions are focused on being individualized, with the hope of meeting your needs. I specialize primarily in depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, self-esteem, and thought disorder. We will focus on identifying warning signs and utilizing your strength to improve your quality of life.

I truly look forward to meeting you. I feel excited every time I meet with a new client. It is the beginning of a journey we take together. It is an interpersonal and strengths based relationship in which it is safe for you to discover your fullest potential. I am kind and caring but wil also encourage you to look more deeply into your blind spots. I believe in respect, kindness and humor. I treat my clients as human beings, not as a diagnosis. I especially enjoy working with individuals feeling that something from their past is holding them back. And with couples who are feeling stuck. I love helping clients to find true happiness.

As an intern, I am hoping to work with folks seeking therapy to address challenges such as anxiety, depression, adjustment-related challenges, identity work, relationship issues, and challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ folks. I seek to work with populations that have historically faced barriers to accessing affirming and empowering mental health care. I recognize the significance of creating an environment where individuals can explore and understand their identities without fear of judgment. I approach each client with unconditional acceptance and a genuine desire to witness and celebrate their authentic selves.

Do you often feel sad or nervous, but don't know why? Are you struggling with never quite feeling "good enough", whether as a parent, partner, student, or professional? Sometimes these feelings can arise without explanation, while other times these have felt familiar our entire life. Being alone with these feelings or difficult memories can make you feel stuck and isolated. I want to support you through this process and help you continue moving forward in life.

Are you in a stage of life that’s filled with change? You may be starting your career or transitioning out of college and wondering “What’s next?” Maybe you’re trying to figure out who you really are, untangling what you’ve been told all your life from what’s truly important to you. It feels like there are more questions than answers, and you’re tired of this anxiety, overwhelm, or lack of motivation holding you back. You have ambitions and goals for your life, relationships, and career, but can’t seem to get out of this rut on your own. You’re ready to make a change.

Avoid the commute and try Online therapy! I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). A very effective and helpful therapy that cuts talk time in half, and focuses on releasing present and past emotional distress. I also use the latest mindfulness techniques, among others, to provide you with a personalizad and comprehensive treatment. It is not uncommon for someone to find themselves in a state of emotional reaction, due to negative childhood experiences, life challenges, trauma or constant relationship problems. This is not only an emotional response, but a physical and spiritual one as well.

With the constantly changing landscape of society and the world, I offer clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, insomnia, life circumstance change, cultural differences and difficulties, a stable landing board in which to process their reactions, feelings, and thoughts during these often challenging times. The approaches to therapy I incorporate include psychodynamic, existential, family systems, meaning-centered, and cognitive behavioral, all while coming from a trauma-informed care perspective.

I offer services to people with challenges who are ready to work in order to see improvement in their life quality. I see any improvement as improvement. Some days the biggest gains will be taking a shower or getting out of bed. Those are the days we celebrate and recognize how human we are.

Therapy with me is a safe, focused, and enlivening conversation organized around your growth. Through the openness of our dialogue, in which anything in your world is fair game, your thoughts, feelings, and challenges will be given room to breathe. With this room, I’ll help you get clearer on what you need to feel better and support you in getting there.

Dr. Mystkowski (he/his/him) practices within a cognitive-behavioral framework, including mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, compassion-focused therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy, specializing in treating adults with anxiety and mood disorders and relational problems and phase of life transitions. In addition, he has training in the psychological treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), insomnia, and bipolar disorder, as well as an extensive background working with LGBTQ+ clients. Dr. Mystkowski is a Diplomate of the Academy of Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies (A-CBT), certified as a CBT therapist.

Welcome to Sayegh Psychology (https://sayeghpsychology.com/), a small psychological assessment private practice in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Phil Sayegh offers psychoeducational, neuropsychological, psychological, and personality assessments for adolescents (ages 16+), adults, and older adults. Assessments can help you understand yourself or your child better, identify strengths and weaknesses, and support access to appropriate accommodations at school and on standardized tests (e.g., SAT, ACT, GRE, MCAT, GMAT, LSAT, DAT, and State Bar). All assessments include outside consultation (e.g., speaking to schools and doctors) and completion of paperwork for academic and testing accommodations. Services available on weekends. Superbill can be provided upon request.

Welcome! You are likely here looking for a change in your life, whether it be small or large. I strive to facilitate a safe and nonjudgemental space that encourages exploration and growth. I feel it is important to understand barriers before taking that next step towards sustainable change. My goal for all of my clients is to assist them in better understanding themselves and gaining insight into patterns of behavior. I feel privileged to do this work and believe finding a therapist that is a good fit is key.

I help people 18 and older manage exhausting emotions that torture, pressure them into knee jerk reactions, and make relationships difficult. Using evidence-based practical techniques, with a dash of warmth and humor, we'll work together to see the big picture, map a path, and manage what's in the way of getting some peace.

I specialize in working with clients who struggle with anxiety, postpartum disorders, and trauma. I am most aligned with Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) and other evidence-based therapies that support clients' progression from adversity to growth. A safe, collaborative therapy relationship is the foundation that allows clients to bravely try new ways of thinking and behaving. I work primarily with pregnant and postpartum women who have complex trauma histories.