"I work with adolescents, adults and couples in an interactive, relational way informed by my contemporary psychoanalytic training. I have been in the field for over 25 years, and work with a broad spectrum of patients. With compassion and understanding I hope to help you with your personal growth and relationships."

"Most of the time, we live our lives comfortably without interruption until one day when something shifts. It may be a health crisis or death of a loved one. Or perhaps it is a job loss or breakup of an intimate engagement. Or perhaps you wake up to realize that there is no passionate engagement in your life. Whatever the cause, suddenly the landscape of your life has changed and you set out to chart a new course."

"When we seek therapy it is usually because we reach a point when our problems and challenges outweigh our ability to cope with them. Sometimes we feel stuck in old patterns of behavior or relationships that no longer work for us and we wish to make changes. I serve as a collaborator with you on your journey of self discovery as you find new ways of being and making more appropriate life choices. I provide safety and support as you experience psychological understanding and growth and remain with you as you develop ways to handle life's burdens in more empowering ways."

"Family life has it's challenges, but with the right tools, families can help each other through anything! I work with individuals, couples and families to be the strongest and healthiest they can be."

"Hi, thanks for stopping by. My degree is Master of Science in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola College (University) in Baltimore, Md. I've been a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT) in private practice for 24+ years. I'm also the mother of a young adult, and am married (35+years). My specialties are couples therapy and individual therapy for adults & single parents. I am a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist ('Couples' Dialogue'). I also specialize in reconciliation in relationships. Recovery issues, the grief cycle, vulnerability, and empathy are the primary focus in sessions -- including empathy for oneself."

"Sometimes beginning the process of therapy can be a little scary. The gifts that can be discovered through the challenge may inspire, transform, generate, and insight a new outlook on one's future. I have great compassion for those that want to make changes in their life. Family, child (play therapy), teens and individul, along with groups are all a part of my practice. Helping to discover your ultimate truth and having healthy, intimate, communicative, and nurturing relationships can bring freedom to your world and that is the goal."

"In far too many situations individuals with bipolar disorder, depression, and schizophrenia have internalized messages that there is no hope, that they are simply victims of their mental illness, and unable to reach their life goals. My practice, Inspiration Psychological Services' primary purpose is to provide individuals who struggle with mental illness with the neccessary coping skills that they need to manage symptoms, cope with everyday life challenges, and improve the quality of their lives. I strongly believe in providing a supportive atmosphere that consists of understanding individual experiences, addressing needs, instilling hope, building on strengths, and recognizing potential."

"My practice focuses on working with clients who want to change. Through the use of affirmations, clients are able to change their thinking and effect change in their lives. Weight management, smoking cessation, test preparation, sports performance, anxiety and stress reduction are a few of the areas I work in."

"Too often psychotherapy focuses on causality, pathology and cures. However, rather than being "sick" or 'broken", often we are just lost inside ourselves or relationships. Everyone is a unique person with their own story, experience and perspective. The goal of therapy is to achieve a deeper awareness of where we are, to discover internal meaning for our many experiences, and to experience a life worth living. While working towards that awareness, I also feel it important to teach individuals, couples and families the skills needed to cope with the pain and day to day stressors that bring them into therapy."

"One thing we're guaranteed of in life is CHANGE. And quite often, change can be intensely emotional and very stressful. I am passionate about assisting people through transitions. Common transitions include marriage, divorce and other relationship endings, births and deaths, health issues, mid-life adjustments, career changes, parenting at different stages, even identity and self-esteem struggles. While transition has the ability to turn people's lives upside down, it needn't be that way. I can help you shift into a healthier, happier place; a life rich with acceptance, joy and peace."

"You have the ability to make better choices in your life. You can control the difficulties in your life and find ways to master the challenges. I believe that my job as a therapist is to collaborate with you to help you reach your highest potential and fortify you through difficult struggles in your life. I believe that people are resilient and have the capacity to get through challenges in their lives. I will be here to walk with you and together we will discover new ways to improve, enhance and change your life."

" I have helped numerous couples, individuals & families find happiness, harmony, and coping strategies to life challenges. I use John Gottman's (research based) approach to help couples understand their strengths & areas that need improvement. By taking an online assessment couples save time & money & I can quickly assess areas of focus & recomend interventions. To help clients with anxiety/depression I challenge distorted beliefs and maladaptive behaviors using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This approach along with other interventions encourages clients to go out of their comfort zone & reduce problamatic symptoms."

"Living here in the Conejo Valley for 40 + years, it is very special to be working with individuals, youth and families who are looking for help to better improve their lives. I specialize in working with children/teens, individuals and families looking for help with life transitions such as divorce, depression, anxiety and overall adjustment to the ups and downs of life."

"Eric Bellman LCSW the Right Therapy -I am dedicated to the right approach in treating BPD and PTSD pain management and addictions. -Therapy is also useful for other complex situations people face from mental illness to life transitions and creative blocks Therapy has many uses from the most serious challenges of emotional disorders to the creative techniques for overcoming mental blocks by helping to channel emotionally regulated energy into a creative life. The right teamwork and approach helps everyone; -individuals of all ages -married couples - families and people undergoing personal life transitions in our fast changing world"

"Are you anxious, depressed, or discouraged? Have you recently been diagnosed with cancer or another life-threatening illness? Are you struggling with a difficult relationship? With much experience navigating these issues, I am passionate about joining with clients to create a warm and safe space to move forward in healing and confidence, to identify goals and strengths, and to develop strategies to move beyond a “stuck” place. Having specialized training addressing the social and emotional effects of chronic illness, it is my honor to help patients and family members navigate an often complicated, unfamiliar, and upsetting time."

"I understand the anxiety around therapy. Will the therapist have an open mind?, is he/she supportive?, is this therapist right for me? I offer a 30-minute phone consultation to alleviate these concerns before we get started. We get to know one another and see if we are a good match. And, it won't cost you a dime! I can be either active, asking questions, exploring behaviors inhibiting your growth or listening, assimilating information, getting a better picture of where we need to go in our work. Either way, our relationship is "collaborative", with your best interests at heart."

"If you have been suffering in your relationships, you may be tired of attempts you have made to change things and feel nothing is working. My experience has shown therapy can improve how you feel in your relationships. I also work with adolescents and their parents, adults with relationship difficulties, eating disorders, anxiety and depression. If you have been feeling unfulfilled in your relationships, you can become more confident and become closer to your families and friends with the collaborative support I give. I have see adults become more fulfilled and teens become more confident and close to their parents"

"I welcome you to contact me directly. We can take the opportunity to address your needs during a complimentary consultation either by phone or in person. Whether self-referred, referred by a friend, colleague, physician or other health professional, I can help assess and address your needs collaboratively, working along with you to resolve your issues and meet your goals. Fees are flexible."

"After 20+ years as a therapist, using traditional talk types of therapy, I have found that "EMDR" is the most rapid & comprehensive, form of therapy with lasting results. It allows you to quickly change the heart of the problem, which is typically unresolved feelings from life experiences. Many therapists teach you only to manage symptoms. With EMDR, significant week to week changes are common. Sessions are guided by a "roadmap" which we develop based on your life history. I also do marital and parenting work along with behavioral and psychodynamic therapy. Focusing on spiritual development is available if desired."

"I love being able to do the work that I do. I feel so fortunate to be able to help people in meeting their goals and building skills for coping with various life stressors. I feel that I have strengths in quickly connecting and helping people to feel comfortable with therapy, which can be uncomfortable at first. I always adapt treatments for what individuals need, and never uses a "one size fits all" philosophy. Each person has specific strengths and needs. Let's partner together to help you in meeting your needs."