Trauma and PTSD Therapists in 90212

Sometimes talking about difficult issues isn’t enough, and it requires special skills to heal through them. Simply put, I help people with symptoms that they cant seem to talk themselves out of.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and certified Life Coach, providing therapy and coaching to individuals and couples. I believe that prioritizing our mental well-being is essential for leading a happy and fulfilling life. I utilize integrative and evidence-based treatments to empower clients to overcome life’s most difficult challenges and reach their highest potential. My approach is personalized, non-judgmental and compassionate. If you are feeling overwhelmed and stuck in a dark place, or simply want to take your life to the next level, let me help take you on an illuminated path toward lasting joy, inner peace, and freedom.

I have some limited availability in-person or through Zoom. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives. Whether you struggle with persistent, troubling thoughts or feelings, are overwhelmed by events that are out of your control or just want to get in touch with a deeper sense of meaning and purpose in your life, therapy can help. In my practice, I provide a safe space where the struggles of daily life can be explored, old wounds can be healed and opportunities for growth and change can be uncovered.

Since 1997, I have been treating clients with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions & all associated issues. I am licensed in Florida, Texas, California & Hawaii. As well as a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist through the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals. I have maintained private practices in FL, TX & CA. In addition, I worked at the Renfrew Center in Coconut Creek, FL & Los Angeles, CA and Cedar Springs Austin. It is my belief that an important piece of treatment & recovery is utilizing a multi-disciplinary treatment team to address the individual needs of each client.

Welcome to our practice! We are experienced clinicians in Beverly Hills and DTLA available to work with adults, children, couples and families. Some typical psychotherapy concerns are relationship issues, interracial/intercultural/interfaith relationships, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, undereating and overeating, body image issues, personality disorders, infidelity, high conflict divorce, family reunification, racial trauma, parenting/child behavior problems, sexual compulsivity/addiction, sexual abuse/assault, complex trauma/PTSD, compulsive spending/shopping, LGBTQIA+ concerns, BIPOC concerns, and more.

I strongly believe that by creating a safe and grounded space, this will allow individuals to be comfortable in processing challenges of daily life to complex traumas. I am passionate about empowering others to cultivate greater self-awareness, confidence and attunement. My experience is working with children, adolescents and adults who have dealt with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, stressful life transitions, identity and relationship issues. I specialize in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds with a focus on first and second-generation immigrants, young adults and families–largely within the AAPI community.

I work with clients who are motivated to find peace within themselves, in their relationships, and in their lives. Perhaps you have been experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, depression, body image issues, disordered eating, perfectionism, grief, and/or relationship issues, and you are burnt out and overwhelmed. We will work together as you release the burdens you've been carrying and you will gain skills to take with you wherever you go.

Is something getting in your way? Feeling stuck? Lacking fulfillment in relationships? Through our work together, we'll uncover obstacles and negative patterns of behavior, identify and explore recurring themes, and reconnect you to your authentic wants and needs. I believe healing occurs through the bond formed by the therapist-client relationship. I welcome individuals, couples and families into my practice, and also facilitate a weekly men's therapy group.

Welcome to my practice. If you are considering psychotherapy for yourself, you and your partner, your family, or a loved one, you may not know what to expect and may be feeling apprehensive, fearful, or overwhelmed. Perhaps you are looking to resolve a particular conflict or trauma in your life, to make sense of a specific situation, and/or to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and any problems or difficulties you may be having. Maybe you are feeling unsatisfied or stuck, not where you imagined you would be - where you think you should be or want to be.

I am a psychologist who is committed to providing compassionate and effective evidence-based treatments for insomnia, anxiety, trauma, and mood difficulties. I also enjoy helping clients navigate difficult life transitions, manage stress, and improve work-life balance. I view therapy as a true partnership where I aid individuals in identifying challenges, solutions, as well as key areas of strength. I believe deeply in the resilience of the human spirit and I strive to create a caring, supportive environment. My goal is to help you build skills to live better and move away from unhelpful thoughts, reactions, and habits.

Stress, crisis, changes or losses in life can create feelings of distress, depression/anxiety, and can take a toll on your mental and physical functioning. There are times when all of us need the support of someone who can help us understand challenging emotional experiences. Together we will work in therapy to improve your inner strength and self-awareness so you can make meaningful long lasting changes and attain self-confidence in family, workplace, and relationships.

We can all use compassionate, focused empathy, supportive insight, and unconditional acceptance. Whatever your background, occupation, culture, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, relationships, worldview, politics. I am uniquely equipped to help you find and express your best self and create solutions. I offer the first session free, and I provide telehealth throughout California.

Whether you’re looking to gain insight, strengthen your relationships, or identify harmful patterns of behavior - I'm here to help. One of the key aspects of successful and quality therapy is the therapist/client relationship. I understand the courage and vulnerability it takes to seek therapy and use warmth, humor, and curiosity to build strong relationships with my clients. Through a collaborative, nonjudgemental, and empowering style, I strive to create a safe space for openness and exploration to help clients develop healthier coping strategies, decrease negative symptoms, and foster personal growth.

I am licensed in CA, TX, HI, and all psypact states. My mission as a clinical psychologist is to help individuals reduce suffering and achieve purpose in their lives. I view therapy as teamwork and am dedicated to collaboratively helping clients reach their goals. I strive to provide evidence-based treatment, rooted in the latest scientific findings, facilitated by a validating and safe space.

Our emotional struggles can leave their residue in the mind, body, and spirit, yet they don't have to be a life sentence. I believe that every human being has the innate capacity for healing and wholeness and can transform even the most difficult life experiences, patterns, and beliefs, into sources of embodied wisdom and empowerment. ​ My approach is integrative, culturally-sensitive, and grounded in evidence-based modalities. I collaborate with you to create an individualized holistic treatment plan rooted in understanding how the human nervous system is wired.

Welcome to Accelerated Psychology. I created this practice to offer cutting edge psychotherapies and neuoscientific treatments in a warm and compassionate environment. Integrating neuroscientific and psychotherapeutic treatments is often the most effective path to psychological healing and growth, because the two approaches work synergistically to create a brain state that is most receptive to treatment. For over 25 years, I have specialized in helping those who suffer from mild or severe anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, ADHD, or post-traumatic stress, and helping survivors and witnesses of terror from around the world.

I believe psychotherapy to be sacred work that can be immensely healing and transformative. But it requires a genuine commitment to confront uncomfortable feelings and beliefs. In my experience, most psychic pain stems from a lack of connection to our authentic selves causing immense suffering that manifests into self-defeating thoughts and addictions, loss of purpose and meaning, and relational trauma. My work with clients is to unravel these self-limiting unconscious processes to gain better insight and live more intentionally with greater purpose and freedom.

Our world's been shaken up in ways we've never imagined. We're understandably anxious, trying to cope. Jobs, family, illness. How do we hold it together? Are you looking for someone to talk to who can walk through this labyrinth with you? I specialize in trauma, perhaps I can help. You may be having problems with your partner, kids or parents-- most significantly with yourself. If your pain is manifesting as panic attacks or addictions, if there's grief or you're in parent/child conflicts at any age, therapy may help. I work with individuals and couples to enhance communication, creativity and a core sense of self.

Dr. Bettye Ford's practice has focused on helping teens, families, and individuals work through various issues associated with trauma and loss. Her trauma informed approach incorporates not only understanding of the current triggering event(s), but also the family, cultural, and historical elements that can contribute layers of complexity and multi'-generational components.