"Are you struggling with overwhelming feelings? Has a personal or professional relationship changed and now you feel stuck trying to make a connection? Life is full of challenges and while we can't change the past we can learn to navigate the future with new perspectives and different ways to handle these challenges. I am here to provide you extra support during your current difficulties. Together we can explore new and healthy ways of living to create a more meaningful, connected and purposeful life."

"Our relationships - particularly our romantic partnerships and pursuits - are one of the most powerful places for personal transformation. But often, that's not what it feels like. Whether you are looking for new love or have been in a relationship for years - when challenges come up, opportunity is not the first word that comes to mind . It's hard. It's triggering. It's painful. And no matter how smart or insightful you are, it can feel like a dead end. It's easy to wonder: Is love and fulfilling partnership really possible at all?"

"There may be conflicts, confusions, and challenges that bring you to therapy at this time. I am a licensed psychotherapist invested in your capacity for insight and effective change. We will work together to understand underlying narratives, inner obstacles and relational conflict, transforming feelings into dialogue and creating a meaningful journey that will sustain you."

"PTSD / TRAUMA: Feel safe again. TRAUMA, big and small can be resolved. I will guide you through a gentle healing process. Get grounded, emotionally balanced. Your nervous system, once triggered, will remain in "flight or fright" mode indefinitely until you learn how to turn off the alarm signals from your brain. Using cutting edge techniques, Somatic Experiencing, Process Acupressure and EMDR, helps reset your nervous system allowing you to feel calm and centered. If you have ADDICTIVE tendencies, just know they are flawed solutions to deal with trauma. Please call for a free 30 minute phone consultation today."

"What makes therapy work is the relationship/connection between the therapist and client, as well as the skills and technical expertise the therapist brings to the table. I am supportive, caring and committed to being totally present, meeting people where they are right now, hearing them in their own terms. Relationships between individuals, couples and families have become so stressful in these crazy-making times. I see my job as helping clients untangle life's challenges and assisting them in getting in touch with their own inner resources."

"I honor your first step in seeking the extra support and guidance you may be desiring at this time. I can offer specific skills and strategies that strengthen your confidence in handling whatever life experiences you are encountering right now. And equally important, I offer a safe and compassionate space as you begin the path of exploration into yourself and your life goals."

"Life is about transitions, and one's life transitions can present unique and challenging moments as we experience our lives. Transition in our lives is about movement, development, or evolution from one stage, to another. Learn how to awaken and engage your potential to be the change in your life. Know that you are in a perfect place to recognize your inherent abilities and to access your inner source of change through focusing your attention on your intention."

"I am a Certified Hypnotherapist and a Master of Therapeutic Imagery. I believe all people can connect deeply within and re-create themselves, change their lives, and access their inner resources and guidance. I work in a safe and comfortable partnership with my clients to facilitate their being active participants in their own transformation. I work with issues including releasing negative thinking and negative self-talk, raising self-confidence self-respect and motivation, relieving stress and anxiety, relieving fears and phobias, letting go of the past, pain control, relationship issues, surviving divorce, changing negative habits, releasing anger and guilt."

"I can help you learn ways to communicate to important people in your life, unravel current emotional issues, get the clarity. This gentle, non-judgmental compassionate process is outcome-oriented for you. Long-term therapy also available if you prefer. I can help you clarify your own needs to yourself, to find ways to express those needs and to meet them. Free up your ability to respond not just to others but to your own self. Experiences can be useful. You are not going crazy you are just waking up!"

"Many people quietly suffer stress from past events. My neurofeedback, biofeedback, and hypnosis can help reduce or eliminate that stress. Magazine Article: http://voyagela.com/interview/meet-john-galaska-calm-ojai-north-la-ojai/?fbclid=IwAR0toDZ0y7x7ajMcHk2T3FEQ3ivUm02rRPOgIN7f2lPSgxhQG-auunY0bvE I have a doctorate in clinical psychology and teach psychology at the Masters level at Antioch University in Santa Barbara so I'm really good at explaining what I do. I pride myself in delivering this service in the most empathic manner possible. If you are short with your loved ones, generally uptight, and regretting it later I can help. "

"My passion is working with couples. I am a PACT Level 1 Couples Therapist and I have received extensive training from the Couples Institute in Menlo Park. Studying with Stan Tatkin PhD and Ellyn Bader PhD have given me the extra education to help couples. My sessions are two hours. I find the extra time makes all the difference in how productive and useful each session can be."

"You want to have a positive impact in your relationships, work and personal life... and something isn't working - you are blocked, stuck in self-defeating patterns, wounded by life's inevitable pain... you need support to break free and move forward on the path of your heart. How do you choose the support that's right for you?"

"Do you suffer from self-doubt? Do you feel overwhelmed or disconnected? Are you afraid of making a change but know that you need to? Are you going through a relationship loss? Do you have addictive behaviors that you feel ashamed about? Are you confused about what you want? Are you unsure whether to stay in the relationship or end it? Do you feel guilty about taking time for yourself? Are you afraid of being abandoned or entrapped? Are you haunted by old memories? If you are suffering from any of the above, then I can help you."

"My priority is for all my clients to feel safe and comfortable in the counseling room. My clients will experience a relaxed, non-judgmental and positive atmosphere to openly discuss their troubles, adjustments and triumphs. I believe in the power of therapy, that speaking your truth and gaining an outside perspective can transform, and that having the right tools can make a huge difference in a person's life. I'm very proud to serve individuals, couples and families who are dedicated to do the work it takes to make the changes they seek."

"My holistic approach to counseling and coaching is to look at issues that affect your mind, body and spirit. I provide you with an opportunity to explore experiences and gain insight, understanding and awareness needed for you to transform your life. I utilize mindfulness in my work so that you can live an intentional life and one of meaning."

"ANY FIRE TRAUMA PLEASE CONTACT ME: NOBODY TURNED AWAY FOR LACK OF FUNDS! I realize you are seeking help and support. Change is often difficult, even when it can be for the better. I can work with you to create a treatment plan that fits your life. I'm interested in working together to find the solutions to your needs in a supportive environment. "

"Are you looking for a safe place where you can access and explore your emotions without shame or judgment? With authenticity and an open heart, my primary goal is to assist you in accessing your inner wisdom, explore what is keeping you stuck and ultimately connect more effectively with yourself and others."

"Are you in transition and your life doesn't seem to fit anymore? Is your life not working as well as you would like? Do you want to stop feeling depressed and anxious, and want to feel excited about life again? I will help you turn restlessness into action and new purpose, so your life becomes personally fulfilling and you enjoy life and can make a difference in the world."

"I have been in the field for over twenty years working with children, adolescents and adults with issues related to trauma, loss, family conflict and life changes. All of these can create stress, which left untreated, can develop into debilitating symptoms of depression and or anxiety. My work is focused on giving you the tools to manage your symptoms, while identifying defeating patterns of thought and behavior and helping you develop healthy thinking and behavior to promote healing and growth."

"Soul Journey Counseling uses astrology to guide and enhance your inner inquiry. Three years of advanced study in Psychological Astrology and a Masters in Counseling Psychology with emphasis in Jungian Depth Psychology manifests in the Heroine/Hero Journey. Inquire within and rejoice with your inner wisdom...finally...It's right in front of you! This inner work gives you the foundational archetypal astrology skills for you to construct confidence and trust in your inner wisdom. Individual consults. Ghsouljourney@gmail.com. Sliding scale fees ($70-250/session)"