Attachment-based Therapists in Westlake Village, CA

Please send an email to set up initial phone consult or appointment. Do you find yourself struggling in relationships? Do you find yourself repeating patterns? Are you unsure of how to manage and cope with discomfort? Are you ready to make a change? Seeking help and acknowledging your difficulties is the first step in healing. Therapy is a valuable space to begin the self-exploration process as well as to learn ways to create a healthy more meaningful life. I take an action oriented interactive approach to identify goals and implement change.

As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and evidence-based care to children, adolescents, and adults facing mental health challenges and substance use disorders. With a background in DBT, attachment based family therapy, and dual diagnosis treatment, I offer comprehensive assessments, individualized therapy, and support services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who is passionate about the process of healing and transformation. Specializing in the treatment of trauma, substance use, & mood disorders, we will navigate the complexities of your experience with sensitivity, curiosity, & optimism. My practice is rooted in a deep understanding of the intricate interplay between trauma, relationships, and the transformative power of the therapeutic alliance. With humility, respect, and empathy, I strive to create a safe and collaborative space where clients feel empowered to explore their experiences and embark on a journey of self-discovery.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist based in Ventura County, California. I work with adolescents and adult clients statewide via telehealth, as well as in-person in Westlake Village, and specialize in trauma/PTSD/complex trauma, suicidality, anxiety, emotion dysregulation, and interpersonal conflict. I am committed to tailoring treatment to the unique needs of each client. Life presents all of us with challenges that we are not meant to navigate alone. It is infinitely more meaningful when we can explore our inner worlds in the safe presence of another.

My therapeutic approach mainly focuses on helping my clients identify their strengths to help alleviate anxiety, depression, and trauma. I am a firm believer that our childhood experiences contribute to our beliefs, behavioral patterns, and selecting a romantic partner. Therapy is a process! To allow ourselves to be intimate and vulnerable with someone about our experiences and trauma can be daunting. As a therapist, it is my goal to help validate, create a safe environment and help understand aspects of lived experiences.

Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, identity, and difficult life transitions? Do you find yourself feeling stuck and can’t seem to focus or move forward? There are many ways to get unstuck, and this is the work I love to do to help you heal, grow and live a more fulfilling life. I use an integrative approach including attachment-based work, DBT, CBT, IFS, and mindfulness, bringing in each as needed. Above all, I strive to hold space and empathy for your life experience.

The foundation of my approach is that connection & relationship are pillars of healing. I know it can feel scary or overwhelming to start this process, maybe your doubting the gut sense nudging you to take this step & that's okay. This is a journey, you have to start somewhere. Together we meet where you're at & move at your pace. I have a lovingly direct, informal & authentic style sharing the hard truths with compassion. If therapy doesn't make you feel somewhat uncomfortable, it isn't quality therapy. I am here to hold space, help navigate, introduce skills and to challenge you in a safe container & more.

Are you feeling stuck? Or down on life? You deserve to feel happiness and support. Call me. I can help you get back on track. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience providing individual, couples, family and group therapy to diverse clients. At the root of my work is a commitment to give you the tools to navigate the complexities of life with hope. Therapy provides the opportunity to make a real connection and overcome conflict and heal trauma. Shine a light in even the darkest of corners!

I have helped numerous couples, individuals & families find happiness, harmony, and coping strategies to life challenges. I use John Gottman's (research based) approach and EFT to help couples understand their strengths & areas that need improvement. By taking an online assessment couples save time & money & I can quickly assess areas of focus & recomend interventions. To help clients with anxiety/depression I challenge distorted beliefs and maladaptive behaviors using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This approach along with other interventions encourages clients to go out of their comfort zone & reduce problamatic symptoms.

Are you or a loved one currently struggling with addiction or cutting back substance use? Do you find it difficult to communicate or connect with your partner? Is your family having a hard time working together or finding happiness? Give me a call, let's talk! I tend to take a relational approach to therapy to help my clients through a variety of struggles. The main goal with this is that no matter the pain or stress, you are not enduring it alone. Throughout our work together we will work on building tools and strategies for overcoming life's stressors as well as seeking deeper meaning from our struggles.

Erika Badia, MFT has worked with diverse clients for over 20 years, working in a university counseling center and her clinical practice. She strives to provide a warm, culturally humble space to help individuals who are dealing with trauma, anxiety and depression, bipolar, relationship issues, and life transitions. She specializes in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).

I am a registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern eager to guide and work alongside you as you begin the journey to resolve the obstacles you are currently facing. I demonstrate a passionate devotion to helping you build an enriching life; one in which you are able to accept and love yourself, as well as connect emotionally with your loved ones. I strive to provide a safe and secure environment, where you can start to understand, accept, and heal from the pain and trauma from your past.

Hello, I am so glad you are here. Reaching out for help takes a tremendous amount of strength and courage. I am passionate about creating a safe and empathetic space for those seeking healing in their relationship with themselves and those around them.

Is your child experiencing problems at school, difficulty making or keeping friends, tantrums, constant worrying or nightmares? I have a passion for working with children and families, and I'm here to help. There is so much pressure today to be a "perfect" parent, and admitting that you need support can be difficult. My goal is to create a safe space for you and your child to work together to problem-solve and get through challenging times.

My therapeutic approach stems from the belief that at some point in our lives, we all could benefit from speaking to a professional to help us navigate through whatever issues are holding us back. For some, the desire to seek support happens early in life and for others it happens later. Whether issues stem from life changes, mental health disorders, or external stressors, I believe now is always the right time to start working towards a greater understanding of yourself and your needs. Through working in collaboration with my clients, I hope to help them heal and become the best version of themselves that they've ever known.

If you're dealing with relationship stuff, navigating neurodivergence, or facing anxiety, depression, or LGBTQ+ stressors, you're not alone. I'm here to help, and my ideal clients are just like you – teens, adults, couples, families, individuals – the whole crew. We'll chat about your goals, no judgment, just a friendly conversation. What are you after? Less anxiety, more calm, and solid coping skills for those big feelings and stressors? Totally get it. Let's find solutions together and make you feel better. It's a journey we'll take side by side, creating a space for peace, balance, and resilience. Looking forward to connecting!

Hi, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California (LMFT118583). I enjoy helping my clients through difficulties that are beyond what they can usually manage on their own. I offer both professional training and expertise as well as life experience to help facilitate growth and change. I like to taylor my sessions to the specific needs of my clients. This can mean utilizing art, breathwork, movement, or role playing when it benefits growth. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, work/life balance, divorce, gender identity and sexual identity.

There are moments in everyone's life when things can begin to feel overwhelming. Deciding if therapy is right for you or a loved one is not always easy. I provide a safe environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings so that together we can come up with the best treatment plan for you. With the right therapist I believe amazing growth can happen. My goal is to have you leave with enough tools and resources to use throughout all the difficult times in your life not just this one.

My therapeutic methodologies are primarily evidence-based practices such as EMDR, Mindfulness, CBT, and DBR. Deep Brain Orienting (DBR) is not yet celebrated as evidence-based, but present research and results are directing it. I help adult individuals who have experienced PTSD, childhood and adult traumas, rape, depression, anxiety, dissociative episodes, sexual addictions, eating disorders, pain management, depersonalization, and derealization. The treatment is structured to help you heal and integrate your past experiences, returning you to wholeness and healing. Please note: I am out of network for TriCare.