Therapists in Glendale, CA

**Telehealth Video sessions are available** Are you having trouble controlling your drinking but feel like "rehab" isn't for you? Have loved ones in your life pleaded with you to stop? Is your alcohol or drug use causing relationship issues? Anxiety problems? I know exactly how you’re feeling. Alcohol or drug abuse can be extremely difficult to manage on your own. For the last 19 years I’ve been helping clients navigate the personal recovery process and the trials and tribulations they come with it. If you are in a place in your life where you are ready to make some needed changes, I can help you be free from the grips of addiction.

Is alcohol or another substance holding you back? Are you a professional or executive who has found that the one thing you haven't been able to overcome is substance use? Many clinicians don't truly understand the stress and loneliness that professional success can create. My experience as a senior executive and addiction professional can help you break free and achieve your true potential. Don't let substance abuse be the one thing you haven't been able to overcome as a professional. I utilize positive counseling techniques designed to capitalize on your strengths to help you overcome substance use and achieve your potential.

Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.

As a therapist who is Chinese-American, a child of immigrants, and a first generation college student, I am passionate about working with clients who struggle with identity conflicts, discrimination, intergenerational trauma, self-esteem, spirituality, and core values. I understand the nuances and challenges of growing up bicultural and how that can have adverse impacts on the way we function in the world today. Through therapy, we can unlearn stuck ways of thinking, feeling, and responding. In time, you can feel empowered and thrive in the systems you once felt oppressed in.

Accepting new patients! Just living in today’s world can be difficult and exhausting. Many of us feel as if we are just “getting by.” We all struggle with our mental health, from daily conflict with others, feeling frustrated or irritable, painful past experiences(trauma), struggles with work and family, and anxious thoughts. These issues can hinder our ability to heal and grow. We can all use help at times, even if we don’t know how to ask for it. I provide comprehensive support and direct feedback to help guide you through this difficult journey, to reach a path that leads to healing, understanding, acceptance, and resolution.

My name is Dr. Shushan V. Kalantaryan (I am more commonly known as Dr. K). I am a licensed clinical therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology from American Psychological Association accredited University and a Doctors in Marriage and Family Therapy from California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University in Los Angeles. I have a wide range of experiences working in private practices, nonprofit organizations, and psychiatric settings as well as having served as an adjunct professor at California Professional School of Psychology.

I enjoy working with adults to help them develop understanding and perspective to deal more effectively with the issues, dilemmas and stressors of modern life including anxiety, depression, chemical dependency, and the unresolved issues of traumas and grief.

As a Marriage & Family Therapist, I have a passion for providing guidance to those facing the stress and struggles of their everyday lives. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the key to creating healthier coping for past conflict and trauma, current stressors, and questions about how to move forward. I am open and sensitive to the lifestyle and cultural background of my clients, and speak Armenian fluently. I strive to encourage growth and positive change in a safe and non-judgmental environment.

Maria Kasparian is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2019. Maria believes in being with the client in the here and now moment and exploring the shadow parts. Her Jungian approach uncovers unconscious conflicts and facilitates self-realization through techniques like dream analysis, symbolic exploration, and deep therapeutic dialogues. Together you will engage in an open therapeutic relationship where Maria compassionately meets you where you are, helping you safely discover your true self and integrate disowned parts of yourself.

People seek psychotherapy for a variety of reasons.I have been in private practice for over 25 years. I specialize in addiction but also provide individual therapy for a variety of personal issues. I also provide relationship counseling for married couples and couples who are thinking about getting married or just struggling in their relationship. I also have experience working with Gay and Lesbian couples and individuals. My psychological orientation is eclectic and I like to work with clients who are interested in depth psychology and want to develop insight.

Are past traumatic experiences, being an adult child of a dysfunctional home, incest survival experiences, addiction issues, phobia, panic, anxiety, C-PTSD or depression affecting your success? Are distractions impacting your optimal performance abilities at work, in your intimate relationships, or in relationships with family members or with yourself? Are you surviving instead of thriving? I provide accelerated psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are challenged by performance loss and emotional unhappiness. Also offer Diagnosis evaluation for addiction, mood, personality, and adult Autism spectrum. HSP and Kink friendly.

If you are struggling with addiction or substance abuse, I can help. I understand how painful addiction is, and more importantly, I know that sobriety and recovery are the best routes to a better life. Being present in your life, no matter the circumstances, is the greatest gift you can give to yourself and to the people you love. Addiction is an insidious and lonely disease, but you can get and stay sober. You can live the life you envision. Recovery calls for commitment and it requires support. You can live free of addiction, and you can live in peace.

Do you suffer from restlessness, anxiety, depression, co-dependency, substance-use or ruminations? Do you feel your negative thinking and relationship patterns are keeping you stuck? Do you have difficulty with motivation or figuring out what’s the next best step? Would you benefit from exploring unresolved trauma or developing a new personal narrative? Acknowledging there’s a problem is the first step to changing your life trajectory. I can help you to let go of blocks and distortions. We can work together to develop your vision for cultivating a better life and healthier relationships in a safe setting.

I specialize in recovery from alcohol, drug, and gambling addiction and resolving the issues that have contributed to it. I understand your feelings of hopelessness and despair and how difficult it is to move forward despite your willingness to change. You believe that your way of coping isn't working anymore, that you've tried so hard to get through this alone, and you're tired of struggling and hurting the ones you love. You deserve healing, professional support, and expert guidance, and I know how to help.

Do your colleagues, friends or family tell you to get help to work through your anger? Is your relationship or work life at risk because of your irritability? At Anger Management 818 we offer several different programs designed to help you navigate through upsetting situations, and handle conflicts effectively. Let our certified anger management counselors help you manage your daily life more smoothly and calmly. Learn to communicate without getting defensive, increase empathy, deescalate a situation, and manage situations diplomatically. Become the person you want to be. Take your first step today and enroll through our website.

I'm am interested in working with individuals, couples, and families who are committed to their own personal growth, healing, and well being. I help people who have hit one of life's many unpredictable speed bumps and need help to go over it, increase their vibrational frequency, capacity for joy, and get on with their wild and precious lives.

I work primarily with adults who are wanting to manage symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, and trauma. I will be with you on your path to discovery, recovery, and finding the person you would like to become. I approach therapy with a client-centered approach in order to create a safe, comfortable space for you to share and express yourself, and your vulnerabilities. We will explore healthy ways to process your trauma, regulate difficult emotions, and restore broken relationships. I believe the trust built between Client and Therapist is powerful, and necessary in order to help you through your healing journey.

Do you struggle with feelings of anxiety, depression, guilt, or low self-esteem? Do you find yourself avoiding social engagements or so preoccupied with excessive worrying? Finding ways to navigate these difficult feelings can help you get back on track. I use a psychodynamic approach and CBT that focuses on uncovering patterns of behavior and ways of relating to ourselves and others that are often outside of our awareness. I also consider how our past impacts who we are today. Through acceptance and empathy, we will establish a trusting therapeutic relationship and work together toward your personal growth and self-discovery.

Do you feel depressed or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you develop an action plan for meaningful changes. My approach to therapy is relational and person-centered. I will work alongside you in a warm and understanding environment where you can explore your emotions and find better ways to deal with the stressors in your life.