Therapists in 92109

“What happened to my happy child?” Parents often come to me feeling overwhelmed and confused by their child’s obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) or anxiety. Often it starts with a small fear – about something bad happening to Mom or Dad, about getting sick, about failing a quiz – but the anxiety grows over time and keeps your child from the calm and joy you wish for them. Your child may retreat and avoid people and situations that used to bring them happiness. Many parents do their best to help them regain control of their thoughts and emotions, but they become disheartened when their efforts seem to make no difference.

Therapy is a powerful process of discovery and transformation. People begin therapy for many reasons. Maybe you currently feel stuck in negative beliefs, patterns, or behaviors. Or maybe you are looking for meaningful ways to change. Whatever your reason, we can work together to create long lasting change. Therapy can teach you how to be more compassionate towards yourself. You will discover and evaluate what is limiting your growth and well-being, and strive towards living a fulfilling and whole-hearted life.

On the path to finding love, fulfilling work and meaning, there will be challenges that make us feel anxious, depressed, angry or just uncertain. I believe that exploring our feelings and personal goals in a safe, nurturing environment can help us adjust to difficulties and inevitable changes. I believe that focusing on your strengths and getting in touch with the body, mind and spirit can help promote health and well-being. I can offer you empathy, respect and listening without judgment, because to be truly heard is what makes us grow, adjust, and live to our fullest capacity.

Congrats on taking a first step towards getting the help you deserve! Here's a little bit about me-

Therapy offers a safe space away from the responsibilities of your daily life, where you can process, recalibrate, and practice new skills. One of my specialties is assisting people in difficult life transitions such as divorce, career change, death of a loved one, or a phase of life transition to name a few. Together, I can help you find some acceptance of the new condition, grieve losses, and find some hope for the new. With couples & families, my goal is to create space for us to slow down, understand the negative cycle you might be stuck in and build in ways of communicating where everyone can feel heard.

All couples experience challenges and can get stuck in harmful patterns. However, we can work together to identify those patterns, increase understanding and empathy, and utilize skills to shift communication and improve satisfaction, intimacy, and fun. Having a strong connection and support system in one’s romantic partner is related to better physical and mental health and success in multiple domains of life. Let’s work together to make your partnership a source of strength rather than an obstacle.

Do you feel alone, sad, disconnected? Do you just need someone to talk to? You may feel like friends or family don't understand, or maybe you're afraid to tell anyone that your life isn't as "perfect" as it seems. You don't have to feel so alone. If you are feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges and are yearning to feel grounded, there is hope. I offer a supportive environment where clients feel safe, trusted & understood. We can work together to come to new understandings about your feelings, relationships, & behavior patterns.

ACCEPTING NEW ADULT CLIENTS- TELEHEALTH ONLY: I desire to help those experiencing depression, anxiety, and various life transitions by offering a space to be heard and empowering others to live the life that brings them healing and joy. I am passionate about working with adult survivors of childhood trauma, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and other People of Color) experiencing racial trauma, and survivors of Church abuse; however, my passions are not exclusive, and all are welcome to see if i am the right fit as a therapist. Please consider visiting my website for more information. Telehealth-only services for the state of California.

People search for therapy for various reasons. Most often these reasons include feelings of sadness, experiencing difficulties adjusting to life changes, difficulties dealing with chronic physical pain, emotional pain, trauma, depression, anger, stress and anxieties. Perhaps you are trying to heal from a difficult relationship breakup, leaving you feeling sad and defeated. It could be that you are a part of a newly formed blended family, living together for the first time, and instead of joy you are experiencing chaos. You may be seeking help, because your spouse has received orders for yet another deployment with the military.

I am Jeanette Vo-Vu, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I am passionate about CHANGE. I work to support individuals, families & couples struggling with life changes from early childhood years to the end of life stages; in my work, I often engage my client's natural support system (with my client's consent) in the change process. I have over 10 years of experience providing mental health services to individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, recovering from trauma and addiction experiences.

My goal is to identify the primary factors impacting your child's learning. Through the assessment process I will identify your child's strengths, and areas in need of further development. I will thoughtfully compile a report that can be provided to your child's school, to aide in the development of an educational plan unique to your child. I will provide recommendations to support your child's learning, that are evidence-based, and chosen to meet your child's specific needs. Throughout the process I will ensure that you and your child are comfortable, and will fully explain each step along the way.

I am a Clinical Social Worker licensed in California and New York with 25 years of experience. In the last 15 years, I have specialized in international social work in London, UK as the sole member of an LLC, Specialist Assessment Services consulting for and managing non-profit teams and private organizations. I know it can be difficult to reach out for support so let me first say, thank you for your courage. This first step is a sign of strength rather than weakness. I have over 10 years of licensed psychotherapy experience specializing in anxiety, depression, intimate violence, trauma, and grief.

I work with children and adolescents who have developmental disabilities and behavioral issues. These children and adolescents have difficulty in dealing with and expressing their emotions in an appropriate manner, so it is my goal for them be able to develop mechanisms that will help them overcome those obstacles independently. I also work with individuals suffering from anxiety. They have automatic negative thoughts that are invasive to their minds and interfere with their daily living. They need to be able to recognize certain psychological triggers and develop techniques to override their negative thoughts.

I deeply value peoples' ability to be honest and kind to themselves so they can recognize when change is needed, but also forgive themselves for having struggled... because struggling is human. We all struggle, we all make mistakes, and we all have been in a place where we may not have presented as our best selves. Things in life can be difficult and we may lose sight of our importance and value in this life. I want you to know that I am here to remind you that you matter and that you are so much stronger than you realize or may give yourself credit for.

Angela specializes in working with women and couples who have reached the point of reaching out for support to create long term sustainable changes. Holistic psychotherapy meets you where you're at in the pain, discomfort, anxiety, grief, rage, self loathing; all of it. We will focus on all aspects of health including physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. You will be supported with practical tools, honest reflections, deep dives, and resources that will lead you back to your inner source. If you're ready to explore your innate gifts and wisdom to start your healing journey; I am here to walk you back home. You're not alone.

Dr. Karst has 17 years of combined experience in the health and mental health fields. As a primary therapist at Boardwalk Recovery Center she provides outpatient group and individual psychotherapy to adult men struggling with symptoms of substance use, mood, and personality disorders. Dr. Karst conducts clinical psychodiagnositc assessments which inform the development of a comprehensive treatment plan designed to meet each patient's individual needs. Typical areas of need include coping with trauma, adjusting to life following imprisonment, abstaining from obsessive behaviors, and reconnecting with those they love.

The first step on the path to healing can be the hardest. Often times, we feel fragile, whether it be from past trauma, debilitating depression, anxiety, conflictual relationships, and the overall stresses attributed to life. Sometimes we feel surrounded by people who look but do not see us, hear but do not listen or understand which can lead you to feel isolated, disconnected, and misunderstood. Therapy is a space to navigate this desolate plane, a place to help you achieve a more fruitful and fulfilling connection with yourself and others. I have experience working with couples, individuals and families.

I OFFER ONLINE SESSIONS & Accept New Clients. With increased anxiety and daily stress during the current Corona Virus, I am here to help guide you through this uncertain and continued changing times. As we discover how this pandemic has forced us to restructure our lives, let’s look at how your brain is processing the events. Some big and small daily events could be putting you at risk for negative thoughts about yourself and life. Through EMDR techniques I can guide you to feel less anxious and lower your risk for daily stress & depression. Let’s get you back on track and create harmony back into your life. Choose Happiness.

Therapy sessions are an opportunity to deepen, understand, and discover yourself. I believe that our relationship with people, work, and life point us in the direction of where healing may be needed. Our deepest pains can be from experiences we have had in relation to life. An area that needs care the most is the relationship we have with ourselves. This journey into self-awareness is courageous and mysterious. The benefits of being together in session can allow you to remember and uncover your most essential authentic self. As an intuitive therapist, we will explore what your needs are and co-create a process of healing.