Therapists in 90802

I’m Dr. Christina Zavalza, a licensed clinical psychologist. I believe we are in an era of empowering ourselves unlike any we have seen before. We are becoming more aware of personal, social and cultural issues that can make it difficult to become our best and most powerful selves. Some of the issues we deal with today include trying to overcome trauma, navigating social expectations, balancing needs in relationships with taking care of ourselves, and ultimately wanting to feel empowered and whole in our homes, educational settings, workplace, and communities.

ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS FOR MEDICATION MANAGEMENT ONLY-Bonmente knows asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. You enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.

I am currently taking new clients. I believe that a successful therapeutic relationship is based on careful listening and honest feedback. I help clients cultivate authentic relationships in their lives; both with themselves and others. I work collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve their goals by meeting them where they are in the present moment.

“COVID 19” Even the word makes us anxious; it immediately produces fear, anxiety, sadness, loneliness and grief. We are living in a strange time, a kind of bubble we’ve created to protect ourselves against an invisible enemy. We wear masks; we limit our contact with friends and family. We don’t go to shows, galleries, concerts or clubs. We have learned to adapt to very difficult and strange circumstances. Check my website for more information and suggestions on some of the best ways to cope. Here are a few suggestions: yoga, meditation, walking, staying connected by phone or social networks, keep a gratitude journal. Seek Help!

Relationships in Crisis: We Have Four to Six Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Does Not Work). During these 4 to 6 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.

If you have ever felt like your reactions aren't you, or you find yourself stuck in pattern that no longer serves you, you are not alone. Growing pains are painful and sometimes that pain stays stuck in our bodies. Together, and at your pace, you can reconnect to your safe home. First comes resiliency, next comes trauma healing, and boom you are back in the driver's seat! Welcome home.

I have over 30 years experience working Community based, Outpatient settings. I have a passion for working with adolescents, and families in order to assist them in developing and utilizing the necessary coping skill to manage and thrive during difficult times and life transitions. Assisting the individuals in learning improved coping skills to improve their life experiences. I have years of experience working with individuals, teens, & families utilizing interventions from cognitive behavioral therapy.

First off, I want to recognize the courage it takes to reach out and connect with a therapist. Whether this is you first time in therapy, or you returning after a break, I want to welcome you back to you. You may have noticed patters/cycles in your life that are hindering your personal growth, relationships with family and friends, and finding purpose in your life. Many of us were not given the space or validation to work through painful, traumatic experience, and therefore, we buried them deep in our unconscious believing the past stays in the past.

Pacific Mind Health approaches mental health using a variety of evidence-based treatments including medication, psychotherapy, telemedicine, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). We are excited to offer Theta Burst Stimulation (TBS) - a revolutionary 3-minute procedure with equal or better efficacy to standard 40+ minute TMS protocols. We provide a thorough diagnostic evaluation to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you towards wellness. Please use this link for a free informational TMS session https://www.pacificmindhealth.com/tmsinfo.html

I specialize in helping young adults with feelings, emotions, and difficulties setting boundaries. I use a direct and mindful approach to help individuals build confidence in their communication skills and better understand and process past traumas. I help my clients learn to use mindfulness to better tolerate stress and anxiety in an overwhelming world. Through our work together, you can engage in more satisfying relationships and a more fulfilling life outside of the therapy room. I specialize in young adults and women.

I ultimately seek to help individuals connect to their inner Self-leadership. I don't need to be the expert of your life in order for you to heal. While I have resources and specialized training, I can only give you my best guess. I value you as the expert of your own life; I consider myself as a fellow-journeyer on the path. Safety is an important aspect of therapy, more importantly though, my focus will be on helping you create a life that works - a life that is more meaningful. I will be honest with you, I will hold you accountable, and I will be empathetic. This takes work and I am here to spot you. I work for you.

"At the center of your being, you have the answer; you know who you are and you know what you want." -Lao Tzu. I believe this to be true for all individuals, though depression, anxiety, and other mental health symptoms can obscure this understanding, leaving us lost and confused along the way. I work with individuals and couples who have deviated from or lost sight of their values, and are looking for guidance in defining and living a life of peace and purpose.

*Now offering in-person sessions in DTLB* When you aren't true to yourself, all kinds of unpleasant feelings can result. You might experience unhappiness, anxiety, loneliness, fear, or resentment. Through therapy, you can connect to your authentic self and learn to bring more of that self to your relationships, career, and passions. You'll feel better when you can be who you truly are.

You don’t have to do this alone! Let’s get through this together. It is hard trying to make it through a day feeling depressed or anxious. It is frustrating doing all you can only to wonder why things haven’t changed. Tired of feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or lost? Looking for relief and meaningful changes? I offer support and guidance to help you finally overcome the frustrating challenges holding you back.

Everyone deserves the opportunity to live a happy, peaceful and progressive life. I have worked with many diverse populations, I recognize that your circumstances are unique and I can assure you that we'll approach this process in a way that is comfortable as well as incorporates your individuality and your strengths. I am color, race, religion, diagnosis, age and LGBTQ friendly. Whether you're struggling with mood symptoms, anxiety, self-esteem, work/life balance issues, family and "significant other" relationship issues, parenting concerns or something else entirely, we will work together to create realistic goals.

Hello, I am a born-and-raised Angeleno of Mexican descent. I am a non-binary, queer-affirmative, trans-affirmative, sex-positive therapist who earned a master's degree in clinical psychology (with an LGBTQIA+ specialization) from Antioch University, Los Angeles. My pronouns are they/them.

I've been working with parents to find solutions to common behavioral problems. I work from an evidenced based, positive parenting approach. I also work with children with difficulties related to ADHD, anxiety, depression, tantrums, defiance, coping skills, & other problematic behavior.