Therapists in Gardena, CA

Hi, I'm Dani and I would love to work with you! My approach is strength-centered and collaborative. I can help you with understanding and managing anxiety, depression, and processing through past trauma. Together we can work on building emotional intelligence, distress tolerance, and communication skills. I'm a butch non-binary person who can empathize with those struggling to be trans in America right now. I've also got lived experience as a disabled and neurodivergent person.

Are you struggling with overwhelm, gender identity questions, stuckness, shame, or patterns that don’t feel good? I am a queer, trans associate clinical social worker providing individual telehealth therapy to adults living in California. I partner with folks in navigating anxiety, PTSD, substance use, gender alignment, and other areas of concern. I help folks feel more at home in their bodies and aligned with their authentic self. I tend to connect most effectively with folks who are trans, queer, kinky, helping professionals, students, recent graduates, neurodiverse, artists, witchy, and/or spiritually inclined.

Do you feel tortured by intrusive thoughts? Is your life ruled by a never-ending series of 'what-if's', each more horrifying than the last? You've been hiding your struggle behind a veil of people-pleasing, perfectionism, and other self-sacrificing behaviors, but it's getting exhausting. You're tired of the rituals, the constant reassurance seeking, and the disconnect you feel from your body and the humans around you. Trying to talk yourself out of a thought spiral only seems to make things worse and you're not sure how to move forward. It doesn't have to be like this! Calm is closer than you think.

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.

Hello, my name is Ayuja (ah- you- Jha). I am a an Associate with The Effective Therapy Group. If you are reading this, you have already taken the first step in finding ways to better support your mental health. We can become weighed down by anxiety, depression, racing thoughts and fears. If that wasn’t bad enough, the feelings of guilt which can cause us to lose our parts of identity, motivation and meaning. In working with clients my intention is to help you move from fear to fulfillment.

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.

I believe in the inherent wisdom of the body and incorporate emotional and somatic awareness into my holistic practice. By listening to the body, we can navigate past traumas and painful experiences together. Additionally, I explore issues within the broader context of an individual's life, showing curiosity about diversity factors such as gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, class, ability, religion, spirituality, and community.

You have been living through a stressful and exhausting time. A global pandemic is constantly changing your relationships and the way you live your life. You have also been exposed to an unprecedented amount of collective trauma both within your communities, and on a larger global scale. You're finding it harder to get a good night's rest, and you struggle to find meaning in a world that seems overwhelmingly painful to exist in. You want things to be different, but you don't know how.

Looking for a therapist that is a part of the LBGTQ+ community? Do you want treatment that explores your concerns? I provide treatment that validates you and advocates for your needs. As a member of the LGBT+ community, I am passionate about my work. I also have a special interest in working with people that practice indigenous healing, Paganism, New Age practices, and Spiritualism.

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.

I approach each human with profound respect. Within the safety of authentic relationship, we work together to experience felt change, bodily and emotionally. New emotional experiences are powerful change agents. My specialties include: humanistic treatment for trauma intervention, neuroscience-informed relationship treatment, emotionally focused therapy, anti-oppression treatment. I work to support your experience of felt change via human relationship - relief.

Between everything going on in the world, family problems, work stress, relationship issues, abuse, trauma, and so much more, life can be stressful, overwhelming, and at times feel hopeless. I am here to help you find relief from the stresses you are facing so that you feel ready and able to conquer anything that comes your way. I help you uncover the roots of the issues in your life and we will work as a team to find a unique path to healing that tailors to you and your specific goals and needs.

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!

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.

Are you ready for the work necessary to make real, enduring change? I work with a variety of matters, ranging from depression and anxiety, to relationship struggles and psychosis. I seek people who are interested in making lasting changes to their inner lives and circumstances. In my practice, I provide you with a place to speak freely, so that through this unique experience of speaking, you can articulate your desire in a new way. I have extensive training and experience working with adults, youth, families and couples. I specialize in providing a place of discovery for people who are queer, trans, and gender expansive.

Therapy is a transformative process that creates a unique space for emotional support, safety, and growth. This work helps people relieve suffering by bringing awareness to how our external contexts and internal perspectives create our experience. Establishing a fulfilling and joyful life is possible by addressing emotional difficulties with empathic curiosity and environmental challenges with creative solutions.

Perhaps you are brand new to therapy, or returning for better results. Maybe you are looking for a therapist that relates to the LGBTQ+ identities/experiences you have, and how those may affect other areas of your life. You're looking for a space to be authentic and explore complex parts of who you are in a safe, affirming space. You might be experiencing anxiety, depression, confusion, or other barriers to your well-being. My priority is inviting you to share who you are so we can create positive outcomes. I combine evidence-based practices with real-world application, placing your experiences at the forefront of therapy.

If you are searching for support and hope, you’re in the right place. My name is Adrian (he/him), and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with transgender, gender non-conforming, and queer adults and adolescents. My practice is centered on supporting individuals facing questions of gender exploration, sexuality, identity formation, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, and interpersonal conflict.

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.