Therapists in 91403

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Are you feeling depressed or anxious dealing with a challenging situation in your life? Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed in making the right decisions? Do you have marital issues and need someone to coach you to learn how to communicate and resolve your problems? I am here to help you to explore new ways of thinking and moving toward new possibilities. Let's work together in a safe and warm therapeutic environment to make step-by-step changes for a better tomorrow!

My name is Dr. Brenda Van Wyck. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist located in Sherman Oaks, California. In my practice I work with children and their families, adolescents, adults, and couples. I often treat the following symptoms: trauma, loss and bereavement, depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism spectrum disorders, parenting concerns, self esteem issues, relationship difficulties, and body image issues.

As humans, we are hard-wired with a need for deeply felt connections. Feeling valued and finding a sense of belonging are both essential human needs. Even with the best of intentions, authentic feelings of love and attachment can be elusive, sometimes leaving us feeling disconnected and quite possibly anxious or depressed. That deficit can be profound. I provide a warm, empathic and collaborative space to explore, feel, and put words to these powerful emotions that have often been neglected. Together, we begin healing when we attend to these feelings allowing us to move forward to a more connected and joyful life.

Welcome! I want you to know that engaging in counseling is not an admission of failure. On the contrary, it is a bold statement of growth and strength. I specialize in Borderline Personality Disorder, Couples and Marital Counseling, and Trauma. Most of my clients find me easy to talk to and appreciate my practical and relational approach to treatment. Call for a free consultation - ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. I accept Private Payors, Cigna, Blue Shield of California, Magellan, United Healthcare, and Optum Health Insurance.

Your past does not define who you are, nor do your mistakes. Everyone deserves second chances at life and in treatment. I work extensively with children, teens, and families to treat a variety of disorders including depression, anxiety, bipolar, autism, and ADHD to name a few. With over seven years of experience in the mental health field, my practice uses a tailored approach to meet each individual client's needs by utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities including CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, positive psychology, client centered, and solution-focused techniques among others.

The majority of my clients are people over 40, many of them gay men, who want to make sense of their life and its transitions: where they come from, where they are and where they are going. They might have specific issues: work, relationships, health challenges (sometimes HIV), aging parents, substance abuse and other addictive behaviors. Sometimes there is no specific issue, just a desire to sort out things. Their history might include trauma in childhood or later in life, and multiple losses, including loss to suicide. Depression and anxiety often show up as part of the work.

Is trauma getting in the way of your relationships and happiness? Untreated trauma, whether big or small, can leave us feeling depressed, stuck, isolated, and fearful. I am here to provide a safe and constant environment to support you in working through unresolved traumas that are at the core of your symptoms. I believe that my role as a therapist is to support you in connecting the dots, identifying realistic solutions, paying attention to the mind-body connection, and building on your already existing strengths and resources. I want to help you become present and reintegrated.

Do you struggle with anxiety in dating & relationships? Feel overwhelmed with obsessive thoughts about relationship partners? Perhaps you feel you get attached too quickly & your world falls apart when a relationship ends. You feel like you don't have the tools to create a healthy, sustainable relationship or work through conflict with partners. Healing happens when we experience nurturance, safety & empathy.

Do you feel stuck with your problems or with your relationship? Do you want to improve your relationship with yourself and with others? Are you experiencing a lot of stress? What if there were a way to become unstuck...to be free to move towards the life you want and desire, to be able to truly enjoy each day. It can be life changing to have happier and healthier relationships with yourself, with your partner, and with your loved ones. I am committed to work with my clients to help them by providing tools they need to achieve their goals.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) at Apex Group Therapy. I received my Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University. I have extensive experience working in Community-Based, Residential, and School Mental Health Settings. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, young adults and families in assisting them in developing and utilizing the necessary coping skills to manage and care for themselves and feel empowered in their life choices while addressing systematic barriers and historical traumas.

Have you been struggling with an ongoing theme that interferes with your ability to establish or maintain healthy relationships? Are you overwhelmed with feelings of anxiety or deep sadness? Has a sudden event left you feeling hopeless and fearful? My belief is that people are genuinely good and resourceful. Through thoughtful questioning and exploration, I help you to identify the origins and meanings of the issues that have led you to seek therapy. Together, we find ways to access the tools, strengths, and resources needed to promote wellness in your life.

As a Licensed therapist I have found my work with children, adolescents, teens and young adults to be extremely rewarding. In psychotherapy some main goals are to learn skills to better navigate through life, cope with challenging life stressors and communicate feelings, thoughts and needs effectively. ( In my work with children, adolescents and teens I work collaboratively with your child and you (caregiver.) In my work with adults we will work as a team to meet your goals.

Imagine waking up every morning and feeling like you can take on the world. Now, take that moment in for one minute and hold it until you envision it as reality. How great does that feel? I offer a wide range of counseling and psychological services that will help guide you through life's most difficult matters. Life can get difficult and sometimes a little help can make things better.

My approach to therapy is grounded in Post Modern Narrative Theory, which emphasizes client strengths in the collaborative creation of a client's preferred life. I am passionate about creating hope and collaborating with clients to effectuate change. I work with individuals, couples and families.

I am a licensed MFT with experience as a hospice volunteer, behaviorist, and career counselor. I have worked with everyone from preschool children to centenarians. I have been in the mental health field for over ten years. I have an office in Sherman Oaks, and I offer free evaluations and consultations.

I have dual doctorates in both communications disorders from the University of Southern California and Clinical and Child Psychology from Columbia University. In addition to being a licensed Psychologist, I also am a licensed Speech and Language Pathologist. My undergraduate training was in New Jersey at both Rutgers and Princeton Universities. I have had 40 years of experience and have lectured extensively at medical schools and universities throughout the country.

I work mainly with women 40 and over, who are experiencing life transitions such as career conflicts, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, and spiritual concerns. I also work with males, and females under 40. I am Psychodynamically and Psychoanalytically trained, as well as, experienced and trained in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I also use a Holistic approach in my work with my clients, which means I include the physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions to bring about a deeper and holistic approach to treatment. I have training in many aspects of Spiritual Psychology, and I am trained as an Evidenced Based Practice therapist. I like to work with individuals who are interested in self-reflection and increasing their self-awareness in order to bring about change, balance, and joy in their life's. I use an empathic, supportive, and non-judgemental approach in my work with clients, which creates an environment for growth and symptom relieve. I create a treatment plan unique to the needs and circumstances of each person I see in treatment.