Individuals and couples of all orientations and genders come to see me who want to find love, healing, and passion in their relationships and in their lives. They are looking for a Certified Sex and Couples Therapist, and a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist who is also the author of five books, including When You’re The One Who Cheats, The New Monogamy, Getting the Sex You Want and What's Eating You? Professionals can also join the supervision and consultation groups in my Santa Monica office or online. Intensives for couples help with relationship issues, communication, desire problems, and recovery. www.drtammynelson.com

WE ARE ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS DURING THE COVID-19 CRISIS VIA VIDEO. WE BELIEVE THAT NOW, MORE THAN EVER, WE ALL NEED SUPPORT. Jade Tree is a collective of psychotherapists on the eastside of Los Angeles who offer holistic, professional, artful, compassionate therapy for adults, couples and adolescents. We tailor our caring, hands-on approach to each client, and our aim is to help you become the person you want to be. We believe that real lasting change is possible, and we have the skill and dedication to help you get there.

Relationships bring happiness, but also create longing and loneliness. They can preoccupy us and destroy our sense of safety and self-respect. If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, afraid, or lost, or are unable to decide about staying or leaving, have resolvable conflicts, unmet needs, or feel devalued, I can help - also if you seek guidance with codependency, trauma, communication, intimacy or self-esteem. You'll gain awareness in your first session, then quickly see changes in handling emotions, conflict, and boundaries. Whether seeking individual or couple counseling, you'll find solutions, empower, and an improved sense of well-being

People are my passion! Is life for you or your child not going the way you'd like? In a supportive and confidential environment we can work together to identify the obstacles that are in the way of life being all that you want for yourself, your relationships, or your child. There are many approaches to psychotherapy, but research indicates that the patient-therapist relationship is a crucial factor. The beginning of therapy is creating that relationship and building trust. My focus is the present but I use the past that lives inside you to free you from its influence.

My style of treatment is collaborative and goal-oriented. With a compassionate, supportive, and individualized approach, I will help you to help reduce your distress and symptoms and build your coping skills. As a Cognitive Behavioral therapist, I offer evidence-based treatments that are monitored and evaluated throughout the course of treatment. My primary focus and expertise applies cognitive-behavioral treatments to the following: Depression * Anxiety * Insomnia * Stress Management * Chronic headaches and migraines * Coping with chronic health and pain conditions * Smoking Cessation * Weight Management

QUALITY & EXPERIENCE I strive to be the most well-trained therapist I can be, and try to provide an atmosphere of privacy, safety, and trust. Beyond my Ph.D., I have advanced certificates in Psychoanalysis, Group Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), and am a Certified EFT Supervisor. My experience with couples and individuals includes heterosexual, lesbian and gay clients. Sessions for individuals are 45 minutes; for couples, 75 or 90 minutes. The fee range listed in another section ($180 - $460) reflects the fact that the fee ranges for 45, 60, 75, and 90 minute sessions are different.

Life is filled with good times and bad, struggles and joy, ups and downs. I approach therapy with the goal to lessen overall misery and increase joy. I have met incredible people in my life, and I have enjoyed hearing and helping people through their journeys. We are all human, and I think it's important to be very human in therapy. Even as a psychologist, I struggle at times too. Therapy is a wonderful place to learn how you impact the world, how the world impacts you, and to take the control back. After all, we can't change the things that happen around us, but we can change what we do about them.

WE ARE ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS DURING THE COVID-19 CRISIS VIA VIDEO. WE BELIEVE THAT NOW, MORE THAN EVER, WE ALL NEED SUPPORT. You're looking for someone who gets it. You don't want another therapist who simply nods and says "mmm hmm". You want someone who understands you, who can really get in there and help you transform into the woman you have always wanted to be.

I believe anxiety and stress to be the foundation of many issues we all face. My first goal is to help my patients reduce stress thereby decreasing chronic pain, depression and even the ravages of disease and illness. By developing rapport and trust and then utilizing healthy coping skills, the goal of anxiety reduction can be achieved. Its important to remember that we are engaged in a collaborative process where we learn to accept, resolve, move on and let go. I find that mindfulness, meditation and breathing is highly effective in decreasing anxiety and depression.

I take pride as a psychologist in the area of personal growth when dealing with life's challenges. This involves meeting your needs and starting where you are now and going from there. I work collaboratively in order for you to get to a 'better' place. I have accumulated a wealth of experience helping others combat challenges of not being able to have children by traditional means. I worked with patients exploring 'good' solutions to this heart-rending process. My goal involves helping individuals deal with the normal and not so normal life challenges of depression, self-esteem, anxiety, relationships, children, parents, and more.

All of us create patterns of behavior in our formative years to help us survive real and perceived dangers. What are those patterns? How have those patterns inhibited our lives today? How can we break free from those patterns and develop a more alive and integrated sense of self?

Being a parent is challenging enough but it can be even more difficult when your child is struggling. I have experience with children who are facing a variety of major challenges (depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, divorce or social and academic pressure). I can empower children with effective tools to help navigate these challenges while supporting you, the parent, as you guide them. When working with young children, I use play therapy to offer children a safe place to express and work through their struggles.

Seeking psychotherapy is a sign of resourcefulness. When we are overwhelmed by painful feelings, we scramble to find ways to avoid and deny them. We cling to stories and beliefs that leave us feeling anxious and exhausted. Healing takes place when we can identify what is at the root of this suffering, and explore it with compassion and curiosity.

I encourage you to get help when you need it despite how difficult it feels. As an experienced, professional psychotherapist, I can work with you in an individual or group setting to help you get through your issues and make changes in your life. You may come see me in my Santa Monica, California office or in my New York City office where I see clients once a month. I can also work with you online using Skype. I have clients as far away as London and Hong Kong. Call me if you would like a consultation.

My deepest intention is to grow compassion and human connection. My greatest hope through our work together is for you to know you are whole and worthy of love and belonging. With over 10 years as a therapist, educator and mindfulness facilitator, I offer integrative psychotherapy, spiritual coaching and group programs. My work is informed by mindfulness and compassion practices, the neuroscience of trauma and attachment and the mind-body connection.

Each therapy session is about you: What works in your life and doesn’t You want to be more understood loved and respected for who you are Complaining and criticizing just makes it worse Too much stuff gets under your skin You feel second-rate It’s embarrassing to talk about You feel up and down You’re too honest or not honest enough You fear fear itself Be the adult Time to stand up for yourself Get a grip Make changes stick There are other sides to you too Dig deeper Personal power, integrity, pride, and generosity are their rewards The devil is in the details But you can overcome them So never give up.

With a background in the entertainment business, I have always been fascinated with other people and their stories. I see therapy as a creative, collaborative process in which I work closely with individuals, couples and families to find new ways of understanding their unique narrative. I believe I can help clients find acceptance, empowerment and purpose.

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Do problems feel unmanageable? Are relationships growing more stressful? Sometimes life can be challenging. It can be difficult to know how to move forward. My practice is dedicated to listening carefully and offering insight with compassion and care. I offer a trusting supportive space to understand and heal emotional experiences, develop nurturing relationships, and move towards fulfilling your personal goals. Whatever your reasons for wanting to talk to someone, therapy can help you better understand your experiences. Let psychotherapy help you discover your own potential. Starting the conversation is easier than you think. Reach out to explore the possibilities.