Therapists in 90230

Like a journey, change requires a first step in order to begin. Congratulations for taking this first and important step. Whether you are feeling depressed, overly anxious, having problems in your relationship or are just feeling stuck and don't know why, therapy can help. You don't have to be alone on this journey. My approach is to provide a comfortable, supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can begin to feel safe and talk about what is troubling you.

I want to help you to feel safe, calm, and supported in both your mind and body. Do you feel on edge, unable to relax, anxious, and overwhelmed? Emotions are sensations felt in your body. Stressful/ Traumatic situations hijack our mind and body which causes physiological and psychological dysregulation. I’m trained in Somatic Experiencing, Polyvagal Informed Therapy, and Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy. These are neuroscience-based techniques that help with Trauma, PTSD, Grief, Depression, Anxiety, mood dysregulation, and stress-related disorders.

Katrin Steinert is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist who has been providing therapy since 2017. Trained in Dialectical Behavior Theory (DBT) and Psychodynamic theory, Katrin brings a sense of calm and humor to her practice. Katrin started her therapeutic practice at a local community clinic where she was trained in the areas of grief, immediate intervention techniques, motivational interviewing and harm reduction. She worked with people from various backgrounds and cultures which gave her a deep appreciation of difference that she carries into her practice today.

Therapy can help you grow, flourish, & increase your sense of worth- It can help you to understand & create healthy boundaries with the people in your life. I believe in creating a safe space where you can process embarrassing and difficult issues. Your therapy journey also needs to address your mind, body, and spiritual/social needs. It helps to have a therapist who can help connect the dots with you, and provide you with much needed support as your going through life’s challenges.

Finding a therapist who is the right fit for you is a huge first step in healing and moving towards your therapeutic goals. I am not a "blank slate" therapist. Convinced that connections heal, my style is warm, relational, client-centered, strengths-based and strongly influenced by Buddhist Psychology. I meet my clients where they currently are and support them in healing and moving towards their goals. Please be advised that when sharing personal information through calls and emails via Psychology Today they will first be seen and directed by my assistant to myself or colleagues at my group practice of Wounded Healers Inc.

I am a highly skilled, warm and trustworthy therapist passionate about supporting and enhancing the quality of individuals' lives. Whether you or your teens are experiencing depression or anxiety, feeling ambivalent about a current relationship, or living with a child who has Asperger's, together we will work to develop realistic goals, sensible solutions and a greater sense of confidence toward handling life's inevitable challenges. For the past 20+ years I have worked well with individuals, couples and families to resolve problems that stem from current daily life stressors to past dysfunctional family experiences;

I am clinician who believes that real, lasting change is possible with time, effort and commitment. I have extensive experience working with a variety of emotional and behavioral challenges, as well as a myriad of mental health diagnoses. I believe that although growth is often painful, it is worth the pursuit. I look forward to walking with you to reach your goals and participating in your journey to wellness.

You are not alone, even if it feels like you are. Whether you have lost a loved one, are going through a difficult break up, went through a traumatic experience, or trying to discover who you really are...I am here to guide you through the journey. You truly deserve to live a fulfilling & peaceful life. Your traumas should stop you! You have a reason and purpose as to why you are here on earth. Sometimes it's hard to remember that when you are stuck in your monkey mind. You are not just the mind. You are the MIND, BODY & SOUL. Don't let this be forgotten. The key is to connect with all 3 parts of yourself to truly know thyself.

Now accepting new clients. I'm glad that you've taken the first step toward creating the healthy future that you want for yourself. Situations in life can cause us to feel stressed, and seeking therapy shouldn't be one of those stressors. With some much happening in our personal lives we don't often have the chance to "make space" for ourselves, let me help you. Whether you are struggling with saying "no", comparing yourself to others, feeling emotionally drained, feeling anxious, depressed, or struggling with past traumas, and/or work-place stress, you've come to the right place. I'm ready to take this journey of healing with you.

Your childhood may impact who you are today and you may be carrying the pains of intergenerational trauma with you in your day-to-day life. It can feel deeply lonely, anxious, and depleting to be ruled by your inner critic. Does the voice in your head get so loud that it confines you? Limits you from understanding your needs? Prevents you from making meaningful connections? Stopped you from achieving your goals? Created fear of being seen or criticized for who you are? The need to change this like the most important & difficult step. Let's transform your intergenerational trauma into intergenerational wisdom.

Life can be isolating when it's just you vs. your struggles. As YOUR therapist, I help you transform your pain into personal power when your anxiety or depression takes over at the worst possible moments. It's confusing wrestling with day-to-day anger, pain & loss. This period of time can feel overwhelming & crippling. It may affect your relationships with family, friends colleagues & yourself. As Alder says, “courage does not happen when you have all the answers. It happens when you are ready to face the questions you have been avoiding your whole life.” How do you courageously face the difficult questions & reclaim your strength?

I am a clinical psychologist who works with children and adolescents in individual and group psychotherapy, and I conduct neuropsychological and educational evaluations. I am interested in working with individuals on developing healthy relationships with self, family, peers, and school. I consider each person a component of a family system and each family system as a part of school and community systems. Therefore, I value the insights of parents and teachers and understand healthy communication feeds emotional well-being, relationship success, and academic achievement. I believe that strong people are built on the shoulders of the people who surround them.

What keeps you up at night? Whether you're navigating a new creative pursuit as a writer, artist, journalist, or creative, an expected or unexpected life transition (parenthood, college/grad school/new career/new project/loss/illness) or working toward an improved relationship with yourself, your family, or your partner, I'm here to be a source of warmth and support. As a writer myself, I understand how creative pursuits can bring up unexpected connections and challenges in our personal lives and vice versa. It would be a privilege to begin our work together toward a more balanced, robust, and hopeful existence.

Therapy for Teens and Adults- Another year is coming to an end and you can’t help but feel disappointed. Did you spend another year giving more to others instead of making time for yourself? Sure, you’ve made progress, but you are still unhappy. Looking back with regret is nothing new, and you’ve started to realize that you might be the one holding yourself back. How much longer will you wait for the life you want to be living? Change starts with accountability. In therapy you show up for you. It is a process of stepping out of the patterns you are tired of repeating and transform yourself and your life once and for all.

The therapeutic process is unique to the client. For some it involves deep reflection and questioning old idea's, and for others a problem solving collaboration. For me it is the excitement of the journey you will embark on, and the endless possibilities for growth. Transparency is paramount, and key to the process for both client and therapist. Work is progressive and tailored to the individual. As issues emerge, treatment plans are re-assessed and revised to meet client needs. For trauma I am trained in EMDR and Functional Family Systems for addiction CBT and 12-step and for couples family systems.

I just can't seem to get it right with my wife, kids. "Is it me? Or them?" Despite your best efforts, it seems like you're always getting rejected or upsetting your loved ones. It's a battle that you shouldn't be fighting. You have the best of intentions, and know you're a good person, but something always seems to go awry. The attempt to share how you feel ends up in a blow out, spiraling out of control. Trying to understand your loved ones-fails. Peace, connection, hugs, laughs- these are the things you seek and miss the most. You're desperate to find a way to share with others in an authentic way, but that also keeps the peace.