Teletherapy for Beverly Hills, CA

At times, experiencing painful feelings, having difficulty managing stressful or unexpected situations, life transitions, and/or dealing with relationship conflicts, whether romantic or not, may hinder us from feeling happy, capable, and empowered to live our lives to the fullest. During these times, the support and the guidance of a caring professional can make a difference.

Therapy is most effective when you are ready to make a change with guidance and support. I provide a safe, non judgmental, and empathic therapeutic space where we explore the challenges you are facing. Whether it's depression, anxiety, trauma, adjusting to a new life experience (i.e. becoming a parent), cultural issues, going to college, starting a new job, or parenting, I am here to help. I will help you set realistic goals and guide you to achieve desired results.

Forty two years ago my 3-year-old-middle son was asked, "What does your Daddy do?" He smiled and answered, "He helps people find their feelings." I still do. I work with individuals, couples and families across the life span (but not with children younger than 13). I facilitate change through dialogue and the existential process of defining life through purposeful, authentic, and clearly authored choi

Asking for help, is a strength, not a weakness. Almost everyone experiences some sort of mental health struggle over a lifetime, because being human can sometimes be hard. While these moments can feel overwhelming, they are also an invitation to grow. I believe the therapeutic experience must be grounded within a foundation of compassion and collaboration. I value a client-centered, solution-focused and holistic approach when working with people and together we can expand awareness of the sources of ones challenges and move in the direction of desired changes and personal growth.

Seeking help is a sign of self-awareness & readiness for change. Perhaps you're feeling out control with emotional pain, behavior, or relationships. You may be dealing with chronic health issues involving physical pain & psychological symptoms. As a therapist, health educator, pain specialist for 30 + yrs, I offer compassion & collaboration to help you overcome unhealthy patterns, depression, anxiety, somatic (pain) symptoms, poor self-image, or grief in a safe and nonjudgmental space. Together we will explore the root causes of symptoms, help you identify counterproductive patterns and develop healthy new healthy coping strategies.

Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and growth requires courage, and I'm here to support you every step of the way. I offer a safe haven—a place where you're free to explore your past, understand your patterns, and embrace all facets of yourself with compassion. Together, we'll navigate change, unlocking the potential for healing and personal transformation. Ready to take the first step? Schedule your free phone consultation. Whether you're grappling with depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, or seeking to boost your confidence, I'm here to empower you on your healing journey.

I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 36 years of experience working with adolescents & adults who are experiencing a wide range of difficulties including: *Depression, Anxiety, *Substance Misuse *PTSD *Interpersonal issues *Grief *Self-confidence/Personal Growth * Communication Skills *Psychological and Neuropsychological Testing both in clinical and Forensic settings * Anger Management *Forensic Psychology.

An ideal client for my treatment mode would be someone who is either motivated for refinement of spirit, or would possess enough intelligence and wisdom to be able to gain enough insight into the nature of their condition so that they would embrace expert intervention with a degree of trust in harmony with adequate judgment into the need for treatment. He or she may engage in therapy alone, but where family history of emotional challenges exist, they would consider family therapy if all parties consent.

I use an empathic, nonjudgemental, and strengths-based approach to therapy with my clients. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, self-harm, disordered eating behaviors, and relationship difficulties. My approach is collaborative, so that we can work together to reach your goals that are most important to you. Our individual sessions may include homework to increase practice with skills/strategies.

Life is full of ups and downs, and having a therapist to assist with processing stressors can help to keep our mental health in check. My therapeutic approach is eclectic, and I pull from different therapies, especially person-centered, existential therapy. I believe that real growth happens when we find the strength to address what is lacking in our lives so that we can take the appropriate steps to create greater meaning. Whether you are seeking therapy to unpack past traumas, manage current stressors, improve relationships, or deal with the many unknowns of life-we can work through it together and at your own pace.

Whether you've been struggling with work-related stress, life transitions, grief, relationships, persistent symptoms (e. g. , worry, depressed mood, angry outbursts), or something else"”we will work together to identify what to focus on and address. I will develop an individually-tailored treatment plan to help you set healthy goals, learn and utilize new skills, and make effective short and long-term changes in your life. Additionally, I will strive to help you approach difficult thoughts and feelings, and build a life that aligns with your values.

I work with teens and adults virtually in California, or in person in Los Angeles. Every day I meet people who feel stuck in their lives and behaviors yet struggle to take the necessary steps toward facing their challenges and meeting their potential. Whether you struggle with addiction, depression, anxiety, social factors, trauma, grief, childhood experience, ADHD/learning challenges, hopelessness, LGBTQ+, sexuality, and/or gender-related topics, I am here to help you clear the roadblocks between you and the best version of yourself.

It has been my calling as a psychotherapist who is a certified psychoanalyst to help you gather parts of yourself that have been unknown to you so as to help you re-member, or re-integrate, the self you are beyond, and deeper than, the persona you present to the world. I specialize in the kind of trauma and PTST healing that has caused you to disconnect, or dissociate, from your emotional experience, feelings and contact with your body self. The consequence of such trauma may result in symptoms like: intolerable anxiety and/or panic attacks; flashbacks to sexual or other kinds of child abuse or neglect;

Thank you for considering therapy with me. I am looking forward in meeting you. You will find me to be flexible and sensitive. I enjoy helping individuals in achieving personal growth; in a caring & safe environment. Whether you are suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, grief/loss, sexual dysfunction, we can work together to resolve your issue and minimize your suffering. Your natural state of being is a gift and is what I work with in psychotherapy to bring out your hidden potentials to surface.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with specialized experience treating clients with eating disorders and disordered eating, as well as the LGBTQ+ community, relationship difficulties, and acute, complex, and intergenerational trauma. I am a firm believer that no mental health concern or symptom is illogical or unreasonable, and that all types of emotional pain can be understood by looking deeper at the greater context of life experiences. I will never pathologize your pain.

Are you struggling to make decisions? Do you feel emotionally drained, anxious, insecure, or stuck in people-pleasing? Does conflict feel uncomfortable or scary? Do you fall into patterns in relationships or career and wish you could break the cycle? Sometimes, it isn't obvious why we do the things we do, but we can sense we're not our most authentic or successful self. Even when we know the cause of our distress, changing our behavior can still be hard. That's where I come in. My job is to listen without judgment, pressure, or bias and help you examine the root causes of your challenges to create the change you want in your life.

Most people come to see me for symptoms of depression, anxiety, relationship issues or a lack of motivation or passion in life. Utilizing a dynamic approach that is active, direct and compassionate, I help individuals, families, and couples confront truths of oneself or one's family unit. This includes feelings, thoughts and behaviors which may be challenging or even impossible to face alone.

Our past and present challenges can lead to painful feelings, distorted thought processes, unhealthy behaviors and paralysis around decision making. In the therapeutic relationship we create a safe space for you to clarify confusion, find meaning and develop the tools and skills needed to address your distress. Some of my clinical specialties are in the following areas: Anxiety, Depression, Chronic illness, Grief and Adjustment Disorders. Several of the evidence based therapeutic modalities I utilize are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness based practices.

Relationships are one of the most meaningful and rewarding elements of our lives. Whether it’s a relationship with a spouse, partner, friends, a parent or child, a relationship to work or money, or the relationship you have with yourself-- relationships affect us every minute of every day. But, the ability to cultivate them into healthy and loving creations is not innate. Most of us have experienced the pain that comes when relationships are toxic and unfulfilled. This pain comes in many forms: anxiety, sadness, guilt or shame, low self-esteem, loneliness, financial problems, addiction, etc. But, it doesn’t have to be that way.