Adults Therapists in 91359

Do you ever just look around and think, "Please don't make me live through one more unprecedented historical event"? Yeah, you are definitely not the only one. These days, it is so common for people to experience stress and take on the collective trauma of world events. The struggle is SO real. Sometimes it feels impossible to see past all of our problems, sadness, trauma, stress and hopelessness. The goal of therapy is to create a space for you to release, process difficult feelings and heal emotionally.

I Wendy De Augustine, L.M.F.T., MA., am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have a MA in Art Therapy. I specialize in individual, couple, group and family therapy. My areas of focus include art therapy, narrative therapy and working with children, adolescents and adults. I received a 62-unit Masters of Arts degree in Psychology with a major in Marriage and Family Therapy/Art Therapy from Phillips Graduate Institute. I work extensively with depressed teens and adults, utlizing different techniques through a Narrative and Post Modern lens to provide what is most helpful to my clients.

How would your life look if you were living life to the fullest, happier & having rich, meaningful relationships? Healing & tending to the unhealthy parts of ourselves takes us there. I help individuals, couples & parents. It can take less time than you think. If you're struggling with interpersonal or relationship problems, call me anytime at 818 880-6559. We can set up 15 min. to chat. I've helped many people for 25+ years. Perhaps I can help you. In a safe, non-judgmental environment, I will hear you with compassion & a deep listening & help you to get clarity on the places you feel stuck.

FOR DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, RELATIONSHIPS, ADDICTION, TRAUMA: I blend psychology and spirituality to treat uncomfortable emotions, relationship issues, feelings of isolation, the monkey mind of the ego, as well as heavy, stuck energy that needs releasing. Psychodynamic therapy, guided meditation, and shamanic modes of healing can help shift the way you think and feel. As Einstein put it: "No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it." Using an integrative approach we will connect with your higher self and beyond to experience real transformation and change of consciousness.

I have been working as a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist for the past 9 years. I specialize in psychological testing and evaluation as well as individual, family, and couples’ therapy for all ages. I utilize cognitive-behavioral as well as solution focused, psychodynamic, and object relations interventions in my psychotherapy practice. I have many years of experience with risk assessment and psychological testing for children, adolescents, and adults and is a skilled diagnostician and treatment planner. I have an affinity for working with transitional age youth and adolescents.

Welcome! Lets embark together on your journey to live authentically. I believe that the connection between therapist & client is the most powerful tool for change & healing. I work with kids, teens, adults, couples, & groups with a wide range of issues. These include but are not limited to: depression, anxiety, grief, identity issues, relationship issues, mood disorders, & chronic medical conditions. I also run various therapy groups! Therapy can be a safe, unbiased & supportive place to gain insight, process emotions, & to learn practical skills to handle life's challenges.

I am a licensed psychologist at Lifespan who specializes in psychological testing and evaluations for attention, learning and memory problems in children, adolescents and adults. In addition to traditional forms of mental health treatment, I am trained in Neurofeedback and provide a customized treatment protocol tailored to each patient’s individual needs. I have extensive training in trauma, complex trauma, and PTSD and has worked with survivors of all ages.

You feel an unexplained sense of hopelessness. You have had better days, but difficult emotions seem to be in control of you. You wonder why it's so difficult to be with your thoughts, why a stable connection with others feels so hard to establish, and why it feels so impossible to please everyone without compromising your own well-being. You want to know how to better relate to yourself and your loved ones. Is it even possible to be happy? Or is it impossible because something is wrong with me? These questions confront you so often, but you are struggling to find the answers.

If you are dealing with anxiety, depression, self doubt, grief, past trauma, difficult life transition, or if you are stuck repeating the same self-destructive patterns that create shame and sabotages your goals or relationships, then starting therapy is the first brave step to long lasting and meaningful change. I create a warm, supportive, non-judgmental environment, and work in a collaborative style with my clients. I help to dismantle harmful core beliefs, activate their inherent strengths, learn new coping skills and perspectives in order to grow in resilience, overcome struggles and empower themselves by raising self worth.

Society and social media tell us that we should look, feel, & act a certain way to “fit in.” More likely than not, you don’t fit the typical mold & feel like an outsider; other, different, or even less than. If you feel anxious, depressed, lonely, have a difficult relationship with food and/or struggle with body image, you’re not alone. I am here to offer you support, acceptance, non-judgment, & provide effective tools to help you live life with more balance, fulfillment, & less conflict. I see adolescents & adults living w/various mental health challenges & going through life transitions. I specialize in eating disorders & trauma.

Do you ever find yourself feeling stuck, alone, or overwhelmed? Are you looking for tools to help handle stress and wanting to live your values along the way? Have you thought to yourself or been told by someone else that you "might have ADHD?" I'm here to help! I work with adults (18+) needing help managing Stress, Anxiety, Life Transitions, and Career challenges, and I specialize in working with those who identify as ADHD or Neurodivergent. My practice centers around tailoring my approach to each individual person and their unique needs.

The way you've gone through life is not working for you anymore, and you don’t know why. You are ready to explore why you repeat things that are not working for you but you're finding that some issues are difficult to confront alone. I'm here to help. I work with adults, couples, and teens to transform unhelpful beliefs, burdens or habits that keep them stuck. People come to me seeking someone who's done their own work and can help guide them through theirs—someone who is highly trained, compassionate, and honest. You can create a life that you are proud of in therapy.

HELPING YOU MOVE THROUGH TRAUMA AND LOSS, SO YOU CAN LIVE THE LIFE YOU WANT. Maybe you've been going through some stuff lately and you've been feeling stuck. You may have lost someone, a job, or a relationship and you're having a hard time "moving on." The things that used to work for you aren't working anymore. Maybe you're clean and sober, but now you are struggling with what it means to LIVE clean and sober. Grief, loss and trauma can lead to thoughts, emotions and behaviors that surprise us. Whether you are overwhelmed by pain or disconnected from your emotions, there is a way through the places you feel stuck.

I provide mental health counseling to help and guide my client(s) find a balanced life by providing a safe space to process and talk about family issues, marital conflict, job stressors, fertility, postpartum, alcohol and substance use along with other mental health concerns they may be experiencing. The therapeutic alliance is the pillar of the therapeutic process and growth. Having worked in this field for almost a decade, I believe my greatest strength is the ability to connect and empathize with my clients while building on their life skills.

Please send an email to set up initial phone consult or appointment. Do you find yourself struggling in relationships? Do you find yourself repeating patterns? Are you unsure of how to manage and cope with discomfort? Are you ready to make a change? Seeking help and acknowledging your difficulties is the first step in healing. Therapy is a valuable space to begin the self-exploration process as well as to learn ways to create a healthy more meaningful life. I take an action oriented interactive approach to identify goals and implement change.

I am a marriage and family therapist with extensive experience working with individuals, couples, children and groups. My sessions employ a non-threatening approach to help individuals or couples get in touch with their feelings. I use Innovative methods to support and guide individuals who are seeking to achieve a more meaningful and balanced life. A comfortable, safe and confidential environment is provided where clients can better cope with their personal issues.

As a therapist, I demonstrate a passionate devotion to fostering growth in a safe, nurturing environment. My treatment approach is tailored to your strengths and uniqueness. I teach and guide you how to actively pay attention to the messages of your body, thoughts, feelings, and your actions. Learn new coping skills that compliment your uniqueness. Visit my websites at www.mindfulpath.com and www.ericaives.com I believe recovery is much more than eliminating self-destructive behaviors; it's about cultivating and living life everyday on a mindful path filled with self-awareness, fulfilling relationships, meaning, and vitality.

I work with individuals who struggle with excessive worrying, overthinking, and restlessness, trauma, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, as well as those who generally just want to improve their lives. I also work with couples who want to improve their communication and conflict skills and be more loving toward each other. I work best with clients who are wanting to grow and are willing to look inward to develop a deeper, more profound sense of self.

I am a certified Jungian Analyst and Psychotherapist. I enjoy working with many different types of people, men and women. I take the therapeutic relationship seriously and see this relationship as a commitment to support the growth and evolution of the soul and the human being. I have extensive experience treating anxiety, depression, life-threatening illness, marital relationship issues, parenting issues, issues particular to women such as pregnancy, childbirth and rearing, assisting women and assisting women find their voices. I also love working with men, assisting them discover meaning through the therapeutic relationship.