Therapists in 90807

No one gets through life unscathed. At some point or another, we all experience situations that are difficult and often cause of us to question our abilities and our worth. Left unresolved, these experiences often compromise our ability to make good decisions, build healthy relationships and meet our full potential.

I am very effective with children who have behavioral challenges due to trauma, pressures, family troubles, or unknowns. I easily connect with teens who struggle to fit in or feel understood so they can open up and allow me to help them. I empower young adults who are feeling anxious and/or depressed. I can guide couples to rekindle their passion and commitment for each other as two separate grounded individuals who choose each other on a regular basis. I guide adult individuals who are going through break ups to have major breakthroughs in their journey. Let's get you to wherever you want to be.

As a therapist and life coach, I seek to form genuine relationships with my clients to create a space in which they feel safe exploring any topic. I work with each client to create an individualized treatment plan addressing their mental health concerns. In addition, I approach the therapeutic relationship as a partnership in which the client brings the knowledge about themselves, and I bring the knowledge about psychology, giving the client the power to decide what treatments will and will not work for them. Clients from any and all backgrounds are welcome, and I am happy to discuss any struggle preventing your mental wellness.

My mission in life and my personal passion as a Psychologist is to be of service to those navigating life’s most complex and difficult challenges in their day to day lives. That is why I am so excited about your decision to begin therapy. Sharing your life experiences is not made lightly and that is why I am always humbled to be apart of each new journey. We will work collaboratively throughout the process in navigating through the anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and other challenges keeping you from enjoying the life you envision.

Maybe you have all your basic needs met, but still find yourself with this sense of missing, longing, emptiness, loneliness, or some combination of these painful emotions. Or maybe you're feeling numbness and can't really say what you're feeling. It can be confusing because you might think to yourself that you “should” be feeling better, but why can't you get there? Let's bridge that gap! I primarily work with young adults experiencing depression, anxiety, body image challenges, difficult family dynamics both in the past and present, relationship challenges, or general life dissatisfaction.

Looking closer at what is causing us distress can feel scary or overwhelming. I believe we all have the capacity to change and grow if provided with the right support and tools. I am able to offer evidenced based and solution focused treatment. Whether you are having difficulty in your job, in school, in your relationship, or with friends and family, we can work together to come up with solutions that are right for you. I can teach you skills to manage your daily struggles. I strive to provide a safe and welcoming place for clients of diverse cultural backgrounds.

I am a Southern California native, an unapologetic feminist, as well as a lover of travel, music, adventure, and milk tea! As a biracial clinician, I have a natural passion for the complexity of claiming identity and navigating multicultural experiences. I love working with individuals on not feeling like they have to place themselves in a box (whether racial, sexual, cultural, spiritual, etc.) and finding out who they are as an individual. I want people to know that a journey of self-discovery, beginning with insecurity, can end with acceptance of self.

Do memories of past traumas keep getting in the way of the life you want? Do you feel anxious, on-edge, and worried about the safety of yourself and/or your family? Do you try to hide your thoughts and feelings, because other people won't understand? Even though you're trying to manage it on your own, has your anger and isolation started to impact your relationships/family? If you feel this way and you are ready for a change, trauma-focused therapy can help you recover from the past and move forward with your future. Please know that it is possible to heal from trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder!

I provide psychotherapy services to clients to help them explore their lives and find meaning in their relationships. I work to empower and encourage clients to be more self-aware, explore their feelings, and improve their ability to navigate their experiences. I like to explore a variety of therapeutic modalities to find what best suits each client as every client is different and one size does not fit all when it comes to treatment. I like to listen to my clients and ensure that what I'm hearing is what they are saying. I also like to let them know they have choices, especially since it's their well-being that we are discussing.

THANK YOU FOR VIEWING MY PROFILE. UNFORTUNATELY AT THIS TIME NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. We all have issues: unmet needs, hurts, relationship conflicts, work stress and many others. At times these issues may become "too much" and interfere with your life. As a licensed therapist with over 20 years of experience I work effectively with adults wanting to heal from depression, manage work stress, couples seeking to develop a more loving relationship; grief and loss due to death, divorce or other life transitions. I will listen to your concerns and work with you to develop personal tools necessary to improve the quality of your life.

I am excited about clients who want to enrich both their inner and outer lives. You may find yourself at times confused, angry, depressed, or anxious, when what you want is greater clarity, more joy and happiness, and greater peace of mind both in relationship to self and others. I use Guided Imagery and Music (GIM) in my work with clients to tap into their own deep knowing and healing nature, which sometimes gets buried deep within. With music and imagery, a gentle recovery of self in initiated and stimulated. I love working with female adolescents, young college students, parents, and women of all ages.

Life is full of ups and downs - the first step in getting help is reaching out and I like to work with those who are open and willing to make the necessary changes for optimal happiness. I have experience with many different kinds of people struggling with their mental health issues - in particular those with addiction issues, mood disorders (including perinatal), psychotic disorders, and more. I love to work with those who are committed to bettering their mental health and improving their lives.

When seeking therapy, you deserve to receive support and guidance that feels safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental. I am committed to helping you through your healing with compassion and sensitivity. You lead the process as I aid in facilitating your journey towards empowerment.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide psychotherapy primarily to individuals and couples. I have in-depth training in relational therapy, as well as trauma and post-traumatic symptoms. I have worked extensively in the GLBTQ community, and with non-traditional couples and families. I can help with life transitions, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, and relationship struggles. Feel free to call or email if you would like to schedule an initial consultation.

I am currently accepting new clients. I am passionate about helping hurting individuals who have experienced loss navigate through their new reality and move forward in their lives. Most people will experience loss at some point in their lives. Grief is a normal reaction to any form of loss and can manifest a range of feelings. The process of adapting to a significant loss can vary dramatically from one person to another. If you feel stuck, please contact me for a complimentary 15 minute consultation.

Making a decision to go to therapy could be anxiety provoking but it could also help you to get unstuck from your current situation. Whether you suffer from depression, anxiety, a past trauma or emotion dysregulation, there are evidenced based practices (EBPs) that help with these conditions. In therapy, unhelpful thoughts and behaviors can be discussed, at your pace, in order to reduce emotional suffering. Therapy could assist you to start engaging in behaviors that are consistent with values that pertain to who and what you care about the most.

Do you feel trapped in a web of chaos? If it seems like bad things keep happening to you, and life keeps getting more confusing, I can help. You can gain control of your life and have joy and meaning regardless of past trauma.

Hello and welcome! I am so glad you are here and have made a courageous choice to seek healing. Like our physical health, I believe we must also take into consideration the “vital signs” that indicate the state of our mental health. Whether it is stress from the overwhelming responsibilities at work, school, home, or difficulty communicating needs to family members and friends. These can all be signs that we need a little extra support to overcome these challenges and I would like to be that for you.