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Feeling “stuck?” in a relationship? A job/career? Situation? Do people change? That is the question of the hour. Change is hard. We much rather stick with the familiar, than do something different. Because we already know what we know, we might as well stay in the familiarity which becomes comfortability, which leads to no change. Like Einstein's famous quote says, “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." But change is not as easy as it sounds.

Consultas disponibles en español. Are you undergoing a major life transition? A survivor of a traumatic experience? Do you find yourself worrying, irritable or just not the same anymore? You are not alone and you can heal! I offer a free fifteen-minute phone consultation where together we can explore your goals, and hopefully begin your healing journey.My name is Myrna, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I currently provide counseling services to children, adolescents and adults who mostly present with trauma related symptomatology, anxiety and depression.

Do you feel like you are walking on eggshells all the time and find yourself overthinking everything? You spend so much time trying to please others that you do not even know what you want anymore…and forget decision making! Every task takes so long you dread starting anything. Your to do list is getting longer and you feel angry and irritated with everyone. You feel people take advantage of you. You do not trust your own feelings, so you have given up even trying to ask for what you want. Even in the few times you express anger to someone, you find them talking you out of it. You wonder why you brought up the issue at all.

Creating a rich and meaningful life in the 21st century is more complicated now than ever. Sometimes, personal, work, and family responsibilities are difficult to manage in spite of our best intentions. Stress takes its toll on individuals, couples, and families. Mental and physical health deteriorates, relationships suffer or fall apart, and dreams, once vibrant and alive, fade like an aged photograph. Yet, even an old photograph holds memories of previous dreams, however dim, and can provide the impetus for a hopeful future. I can help you create your future by resolving the past and living in the present.

Choosing a therapist can be difficult and I want to make it easier for you. My life's mission is to help and I love my job. I really like helping people, all people and I firmly believe that everyone deserves help. I have over 25 years professional experience and when you are in my office you get all of that experience focused on you and your life. We can have sessions while hiking, walking, surfing, skating or biking if you choose. We have many options to utilize in the care that you receive and in the way you want to have it. So have it your way: I am here for you.

Having a safe place and a compassionate person with whom to share our struggles, concerns and hopes can help enormously to heal, find relief, and create more joy and satisfaction in our lives. I provide professional, high quality therapy, counseling and coaching, and I am dedicated to serving the needs of my clients. Offices in Porter Ranch, Encino, and Santa Clarita.

Hi, there. I know you've been searching for the right therapist, and I know it's frustrating to try to find someone you connect with. Whatever brings you here, I understand that trying to "have it all" in today's world is a goal that feels unachievable. Whether you have been feeling overwhelmed with worrying thoughts, not feeling like yourself, are grieving, going through a major transition, or want to work on your relationships with yourself and others, I believe we can make sense of it all together. You do not need to have all the answers all alone.

Hablo Español. Specialty: Trauma. EMDR. Do you feel overwhelmed, not good enough, a failure, unimportant, invisible, powerless, helpless, alone, trapped, bad, like you are responsible for everything and everyone? Panic attacks? Do you often find yourself thinking: I should have done something, I have to be in control, I can’t trust my judgment, I am losing control, I'm going to die, I'm in danger? Or are you concerned that your child is unhappy, sad or depressed, withdrawn, cries often, is irritable or easily upset? Are you or your child upset from possible traumatic experience or had a major loss: divorce, dead, car accident, etc?

If today is the day you decide "excuses only sound good to those who make them", and you just can't make them anymore; then today is the day to make big changes and I am here to help you! As a Certified Professional Life Coach, I work with clients who will dig deep and work through the underlining issues that have held them back. We will explore possibilities clearing any obstacles you may struggle with changing your "Impossible" to "Possible". I am experienced, thoughtful, patient and insightful. I can help you overcome your challenges keeping you focused and motivated.

I especially love working with teenage clients who have anxiety or coming out issues and need coping strategies. I also specialize in helping families heal their issues and relationships. I listen carefully to my clients to understand what they are saying, not only on a conscious level, but on a subconscious level. In that way, I get a deeper understanding of what they actually want and what they need, and why.

Have you noticed a big shift in your child? It appears something has changed, but you're unsure what it is. I get it. As a parent, you want your child to feel confident, secure, and safe - from society, anxiety, social media, bullying, and unfortunate circumstances. The truth is... events, people, and things have affected them, but getting your child to open up and divulge all that is happening inside them is likely VERY difficult. I understand! Sometimes the most confident person still can't find the words to say. Certain feelings and emotions can live deep within your child. You're not alone in experiencing this. I can help.

Accepting new clients. I am a Latinx, Spanish speaking, and inclusive Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 13 years of experience working alongside individuals who are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, relational challenges, stress, low-self esteem, intense emotions, and/or numbing patterns as a result of trauma, planned or unplanned pregnancies, parenting dissatisfaction, life changes, lifestyle patterns, or maybe you don’t know what it is or why, but you find it difficult to be in agency and live in authenticity.

I am psychotherapist with a decade history of working with survivors of combat trauma, survivors sexual trauma, couples, grieving families, military, law-enforcement/ first responders, and coaches and athletes. With our sessions, I hope you get to gain insight about yourself and master your thoughts, feelings, and actions. I hope you improve yourself and your relationships.

For more than 10 years I have been helping individuals, couples & families overcome challenges and live the lives they were created for by working through issues of depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma, etc. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and am also licensed in Arizona as an (LPC) Licensed Professional Counselor and a (LMFT) Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Also, I am a Certified Life Coach through the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) and have training as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). This certification uniquely equips me to help you resolve trauma in a gentle and effective way.

Feeling unsure of why you feel and act the way you do can be an isolating experience. I assist my clients in navigating day-to-day life by helping them increase their awareness of what is happening within and around them and by providing them with tools to manage life’s ups and downs. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who experience anxiety, depression, and trauma. Through mind-body-spirit work, I engage with my clients to help them heal their inner wounds. In addition to therapy, I provide life coaching services to help individuals identify and reach their personal and professional goals.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with an undergraduate degree in psychology. I always work to achieve a compassionate, judgment free therapeutic environment. Many issues can be improved through increasing self-esteem, learning healthy communication skills, sharpening conflict resolution abilities and being able to accept love and support from others. I use solution and evidence-based therapies to enhance the mental and emotional well-being of each and every one of my clients. Organically, throughout our time together, clients will come to know that I am passionately dedicated to them.