Therapists in Coto De Caza, CA

Do you feel like there's a piece of you that's foggy? Is there a feeling so destructibly comforting that it's hard to pull away? Do you ever feel like wallpaper in a crowded room? Do the screams from your dreams keep you up at night, follow you in the morning, and sing off key during the day? Is life confusing, weird, and just too painful? Let's talk about it. Scream about it. Write about it. Cry about it. Hug plushies while we laugh about it. Whatever it is that you need in order to experience that release. My philosophy is that each and every human being has a unique and powerful story to tell. Lets hear your next chapter.

I’m deadly curious about what you want to say but can’t, who you want to be but won’t, and what would unfold out of you if we could together tend to the parts that are hard to bear— without judgment and without a goal for what comes next. There is a reason you have been bottling up precious parts of you. We will explore that reason, that need you had to hold yourself tightly inside. It is from this safer space that you will once again look at the long-hidden precious parts of you, and together we will see how you want to unfold from here. I'm a good fit for authenticity/identity/wounds/therapists/queer folks/over-thinkers/creatives.

Change can be rewarding, even exciting, when undertaken with the right support. In these uncertain times, I am committed to providing calming, nourishing help. I am warm, collaborative, understanding, and real. Let's connect so you can tap into greater ease, clarity, and connection.

My name is Kimetha (Kim) Petteway-Turner and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles County. I have 15 years of clinical experience, working with individuals, couples, and families. I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship challenges, women's mental health, and life transitions. Frequently, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), as these modalities help clients learn to change their thinking and gain control of their emotions and behaviors.

You are a product of your community. As a result, you are a Survivor of the traumas, the cultural norms, and the "rules" that you followed in order to stay alive. When you based your survival on another's expectation of you, you eventually found yourself lost in the limbo of sacrificing your authenticity and your voice for the happiness and success of your social circle, family, and/or your community.

Are you juggling the everyday whirlwind of life—relationships, career, personal growth—all while trying to keep your head above water? If you're nodding along, know that you're not alone. It's in these moments of feeling overwhelmed, lost in the hustle, that we often need a guiding hand, and that's where I come in.

My practice has primarily derived from an education in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, emphasizing close attention to your developmental history, relational patterns, inhibiting defenses and the neglected power of your inner life. I understand the vulnerability it takes to open yourself up to a therapist, and I promise to join you with patience, strength, and hope on your path to self-understanding. With collaborative and creative intention, I can help you widen your point of view, increase your tolerance for complex emotions, integrate fragmented parts of yourself, and discover the uncharted material within you.

Are you struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, relationship issues, Gender Identity, feeling unsatisfied with your life? Are looking to acquire support and guidance in improving your life? are you wanting to build a better you? I can help you develop feel empower to make changes in your life, and implement healthy coping skills, acquire resilience, self-growth, and emotional independence.

I help adolescents and adults navigate difficulties in their lives. Some of the treatment areas in which I work relate to identity, anxiety, transitions, values, trauma, and mood. My goal is to create an open and safe environment from which to explore, process, and learn. It is an honor to get to know you and to work collaboratively to address whatever brings you to therapy. I look forward to talking with you.

Hello, my name is Liz Perez and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I'm here to be a guiding hand in your journey by utilizing my knowledge and experience combined with empathy and compassion to help you achieve inner peace and healing. I believe my clients hold the potential to live their best lives. Together, we will work with those strengths to increase your insight and power for change. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, some of which include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.

Are you in your sad-girl era? Anxious? Exploring gender? Throuple trouble? Tired of therapist who judge you? If that’s you, look no further, our licensed therapists are for, and from our community. Just. Like. You. So, stop giving your hard-earned coin to unseasoned therapists who just don't get it. We are reimagining and reindigenizing therapy. More importantly, we’re giving you life with indigenous practices that are culturally appropriate, judgement free, and affirmative care.

Healing from trauma, reclaiming power, growing from struggle and learning to work WITH emotions rather than AGAINST them are the goals I strive to support my clients in achieving. I want to help my clients move beyond simply not feeling so depressed, anxious, angry or manic. I want to help them transcend their pain, feel like they are fulfilling their purpose in life, are able to truly love themselves and are cultivating relationships that feed their soul. Narrative Therapy teaches my clients to transform the meaning of what they have been through and techniques from Existential Therapy help clients create or discover their purpose.

Kyle enjoys working with clients to better understand themselves while improving their communication and relationships. Kyle works well with couples, teens and young adults through life transitions, anxiety, mood disorders, identity issues and relational struggles.

As non-binary and trans folx we often find ourselves wondering "where do I belong in this world?" and "why can't I just be myself?" It seems like we've tried everything but we dont feel like we belong or we are in a safe place to live & work. We often wonder when its going to get better? When can I just live my life fully how I am? Sometimes we feel sad and it can be a very lonely place. We can even forget just how special and unique we are because we are so different and surrounded by those who just don't get it. We really want someone who can connect to us &make our experiences feel validated, reminding us that we are beautiful.

Sometimes we can start to feel overwhelmed by life. Various triggers such as identity stress, loss, life transitions, traumatic events, anxious feelings, and relational conflict can start to feel unbearable. This can make carrying on day to day activities very challenging. Whether or not you recognize these behaviors in yourself, your children, or your family as a collective, we can work collaboratively towards addressing your unique needs. You are not alone in this. Today you are one step closer to a more authentic you where you feel empowered and on a path to positive growth and well-being.

Yaneth Puentes, AMFT is a warm, kind, and compassionate therapist with a wealth of experience in the field of mental health. With a person-centered approach, Yaneth believes each person has the necessary tools and strengths to work collaboratively toward personal growth and self-discovery. By creating a safe and non-judgmental space, Yaneth can empower their clients to further explore their thoughts, feelings, and emotions. All while guiding clients in developing coping skills and the resilience to thrive by turning life’s puzzle pieces into a masterpiece, one session at a time.

NEW UPLAND OFFICE!!-ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS- OPEN AVAILABILITY FOR BOTH IN PERSON AND VIRTUAL SESSION- IMMEDIATE OPENINGS AVAILABLE! We are warm, kind hearted therapists hoping to Nspire Change. Life isn't always easy, and sometimes we need that nonjudgmental listener to help us get through the tough times. Let us help you work through those tough situations and improve your quality of life and relationships with others. Don't continue to struggle on your own. There is hope for a brighter tomorrow, the choice is yours!

My name is Kelly Lloyd, and I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in California. I have experience working with a variety of diagnoses and issues, including depression, anxiety, substance use, PTSD, domestic violence, life transitions, LGBTQIA+ issues, and gender identity. I have worked with diverse populations, including homeless and low-income adults, survivors of domestic violence, adolescents, and families. My approach is psychodynamic, strengths-based, and client-centered. I also like to incorporate practical tools to help my clients improve their daily lives.

There are numerous reasons people turn to therapy. Whether you're struggling with managing relationships, identity, athletic performance (working through the "yips"), experiencing emotional dysregulation as a result from past experiences or the unknown future, or need a safe space to challenge your thoughts & beliefs. I believe you have the inner strength & ability to create mindful, powerful positive changes in your life to reach any goal. I'm passionate about riding along side & supporting you on your therapy journey in person (walk & talk therapy only) and virtually.