Therapists in 92831

Now is the time to focus on growth, healing, purpose and direction in your life. Therapy is a powerful tool for adolescents and young adults when you encounter challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, family issues, substance use, poor self-esteem, relationship issues, + loss. Therapy is an opportunity to find comfort, to build strength and to overcome. For adolescent clients: Life is complicated and the bottom line is that your life can be difficult to navigate. I’m well aware that most young people aren’t thrilled about the idea of going to therapy, know that I am ready to hear you, to respect you and to value you.

What brings you here today? - Stress, anxiety, guilt, loss, or relationship struggles? Anger, hurt, depression, self-identity or self-worth issues? Or maybe you’ve noticed being “triggered” by people or situations, or have trouble letting go of painful events from the past. Perhaps you’re aware of negative patterns, i.e. different partner, job, or location, but still the same issues. Over time, any of these issues can begin to wear you down, affecting you and your relationships with others, including family, friends and loved ones. We are all in need of support at some time. I am here to listen, care, and give you that support.

Therapy. That can be a pretty scary idea. For some there's still a stigma attached to pursuing professional counseling...you have to be crazy, right? Believe it or not, the healthiest, most courageous people I know are in counseling. Why? People in counseling recognize that there is a problem, are willing to work hard to find a solution, and aren't afraid to get their hands dirty in the process. I can't promise you that therapy is easy but I can promise I'll get my hands dirty right along with you. Make the investment in yourself today.

Are you feeling depressed? Confused? Anxious? Do you feel like you do not know what direction to go in to solve your problems? Sometimes life throws us unexpected circumstances and experiences that we do not know how to handle and we feel overwhelmed with trying to decide what we should do. We are all unique individuals and what is best for you may be different than what your loved ones think is best. I help shine a light so you can decide what is best for you so you can experience more peace and happiness.

I believe the "fit", or connection, is crucial to successful therapy. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental setting which fosters clarity and insight and creates the conditions for growth and healing. I use an interpersonal and developmental approach but am also able to work from a different perspective when conditions call for one. I am experienced in helping people with their thought processes as they encounter the difficulties and challenges of life. I work with individual adults, adolescents, and elementary school age children and their families.

Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.

Sometimes “unfinished business” from the past can cause great challenges in one’s life. You could struggle with anxiety, sadness, irritability, hurt, loss, or anger. This, so often, feels heavy and overshadows a person’s daily functioning. You could also notice negative patterns or behaviors in your relationships. Taking the time to look at what contributes to the challenges can cause a positive change in your life, so that you can function without difficulty, be more at peace, and feel more joy.

Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.

Life is constantly changing, and it isn't always easy to navigate change. Change can cause us to feel discomfort, sadness, anxiety, anger, loneliness and so much more. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist that enjoys working with all people to help process life events and challenges. How an individual perceives these changes/daily events and activities will determine one's self-esteem, self-worth and how one thinks and feels on a daily basis. Through therapy, one can expect to learn how to cope with change and often the unwanted thoughts and feelings that comes with it. Please email below to set up a free 15-minute consultation.

Seeking help can be scary and exciting, and it takes a lot of bravery and courage to take the initial step. You may be feeling like you are depressed and anxious due to your trauma. I aim to meet you where you are mentally and emotionally and help you grow, learn skills, and adapt to new changes. We can work together to identify your goals and needs and address the emotional and behavioral challenges you experience.

If you are experiencing emotional distress on a regular basis, the strategies you are using to fix problems may need to be revised. Its time to seek help. I provide a supportive place for you to talk about the issues you are facing. In a collaborative and personalized approach, I help my clients gain insight and enact changes, leading to more intimate connections with the significant people in their lives. I provide short term and long term therapy for teens, couples, families, and individuals. My expertise includes addressing past trauma or loss, helping teens to find meaning, and couples to reconnect again.

Seeking help is the first courageous step towards growth, change, fulfillment and healing. These days, daily life can be really difficult to manage and it can be a struggle to not lose ourselves to the anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and chaos we experience. Feeling alone, disconnected and discouraged doesn’t have to remain the status quo. There is hope in recognizing your greatness and your potential. A whole person approach to supporting your mind, body and soul is central to my therapy as is the inclusion of evidenced based practices like CBT, TF-CBT and Motivational Interviewing.

“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” Carl Rogers

Welcome. It takes tremendous courage to seek professional help. Life is full of hills and valleys. When you feel stuck and alone in deep and dark valley, it is important that you know you don't have to be alone. It is time for you to reconnect with yourself and your loved ones, and restore and strengthen your identity and meaning of your life. I provide you with safety, empathy and understanding. I utilize the evidence based Emotionally Focused Therapy(EFT), Internal Family System(IFS), EMDR and Brainspotting with couples, individuals and families for relationship distress recovery, anxiety, depression, addictions and traumas.

Human connection is vital to human survival. In a world where digital interaction has become the norm, loneliness is a pervasive condition. People who’ve experienced trauma, especially in family relationships, can find it difficult to develop fulfilling personal connections. Even surrounded by close friends and family, many of us still feel disconnected. Connecting with others on a physical and emotional level has proven to have a lasting impact on overall well-being.

Hi, I'm Kay Priester, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Professional Clinical Counselor. With 20 years of experience in the Behavioral Health field, it has been an honor and privilege to support my clients through life's challenges and work relentlessly to reach their goals.

Note: Currently only accepting couples. Many of my clients are looking to address the impacts of problematic relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, and broken dreams. I offer empathic and engaging care, and my approach is holistic, relational, and integrative. By holistic, I mean that I see you as a whole person and not simply a “diagnosis.” By relational, I mean that I approach you with dignity and consider our work to be a collaborative relationship built on trust. And by integrative, I mean that I keep up-to-date on many empirically supported treatments, and I select tools that are best suited to your unique needs.

Sometimes life gives us the unexpected. When it does, we are often scrambling to survive. Lots of us either ignore our pain or blame ourselves for what happened. I am here to tell you that it’s not your fault. When life throws us into the arena, we get dragged in the dirt, scuff up our knees, and exhaust every ounce of ourselves to survive. None of us do it perfectly. I want to remind you that you have survived and are making the brave choice to seek therapy. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or events in your life that have overwhelmed you, I would be honored to walk alongside you to uncover new paths of healing.

I believe in meeting my client's where they are at in life. I realize there are a number of struggles we each face whether alone or amongst our families, children, or within parts of our lives such as in work and school. Listening to your needs or those of your child will help guide our work together. We will pull from your strengths and learning style to find new ways to create positive change in your life.