Therapists in Burbank, CA

I am Gabriela and I provide adult therapy to folxs who are seeking support in navigating their life transitions such as pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting. As a Woman of Color, I have learned that in order to support my Chinese Mexican children, my lens has to be one that acknowledges the systems and structures that impact families during this vulnerable periods of change. I enjoy seeing my clients stay true to the richness of their cultures and honor their values, despite the messages received from the dominant culture and thrive via their parent-child relationship.

I believe healing can be found in a variety of ways that are unique to the individual. As a trauma focused therapist, I value individual identities and qualities that people possess as you are the expert of your experience.

I work with clients who identify as people who are BIPOC or who are of the LGBTQIA+ community. Clients I work with are usually young adults who are in the process of navigating life transitions: intimate relationships, career changes, working through issues around identity or even working through past traumas. I know juggling all of these aspects of the human experience can be challenging or even overwhelming. My goal is to create and hold a safe space for clients to help not only normalize their feelings, but also help them sort through them. In sorting through the feelings and experiences help find clarity and understanding.

Have you found yourself struggling in your relationship with God and/or with others? Do you feel like you have hit a roadblock? No matter how hard you try, the pain keeps you from doing the right thing. You feel stuck and need help moving forward... beyond the hinderances, beyond the barriers. My goal in therapy is to create a safe space for you to process through your pain. I will raise questions and offer coping techniques where needed. You will learn problem-solving skills, gain insight on how to have a healthier perspective toward issues, and may find your symptoms from past traumas alleviated.

Life experiences, transitions, and relationships provide an opportunity to be challenged and to grow. Are you tired of feeling stressed, worried, moody or depressed? Maybe you are feeling stuck or frustrated in your current circumstances or having a hard time communicating with others in your life. Is your teen acting out or engaging in problematic behaviors? These obstacles can get in the way of enjoying life. Making the decision to enter therapy requires courage. We bring hope, a belief in your strengths, and confidence that you can create positive change in your life.

I am a licensed psychologist who has trained in both cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic therapeutic approaches. I consider myself to be an integrative therapist, pulling from different methodologies and theories to tailor treatment to each individual. I enjoy working interpersonally and collaboratively, taking into account such factors as individual history, subjective experiences, and family/cultural dynamics. I often work with folks who identify feeling stuck, lost, alone, misunderstood, angry, frustrated, and sad.

I work with clients from various walks of life, including those who have faced trauma, grief, and life transitions. I work with individuals and relationships of all constructs. My training includes a specialization in LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Therapy. I proudly identify as a queer lesbian and I am passionate about providing competent, informed therapy and assistance to all of my kin in the Queer community. This includes the unique life challenges LGBTQIA+ folks face like coming out, religious trauma, body dysphoria, social and medical transitioning, relationship challenges, and internalized shame and oppression.

How often do you criticize yourself? Compare yourself negatively to others? What’s resulted from these thoughts? What if you started treating yourself with the same compassion you have for others? Whether you are dealing with compounding or new stressors, life transitions, or recent difficult circumstances, the way you talk to yourself matters. It impacts how you cope and feel.

Wilshire Valley Therapy offers state-of-the-art mental health services in person or via Telemedicine in LA, Burbank, Santa Clarita, Encino & Ventura, & Telemed in both SoCal & Northern Calif. Our highly qualified therapists engage & collaborate with clients whose goals & treatment directions seek to achieve more authentic, productive lives. A safe space created where clients personal & professional relationships are strengthened & a range of phase of life issues are explored in a supportive setting. We assist clients in discovering their unique value & strengths, creating a solid foundation, for a better life & a hopeful future.

Are you in emotional pain? Overwhelmed, insecure, ruminating, or stuck in self-loathing and surviving instead of thriving in your relationships, work life and creativity? Are past traumatic experiences, being an adult child of a dysfunctional home, anxiety, C-PTSD affecting your relationships and success? Or are you there but can't beat this last level 99 boss? Would you like to instead heal from past wounds to live a more authentic, purposeful, and joyful life through deeper connection? I believe I can help you access your own internal resources to safely heal and regain trust in yourself through depth work and a holistic approach.

Are you feeling stressed, unmotivated, overwhelmed, or alone? Is your relationship missing the spark it once had? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we can start changing this today.My practice experience includes working with individuals, couples and families, who struggle with marital, self-esteem issues, addiction, trauma/PTSD, depression, anger, grief and loss, bipolar disorder, OCD, anxiety, and eating disorders. In therapy, we will identify the source of these issues, practice alternative coping skills, and learn how to live a healthy and fulfilling life.

Things don't have to be wrong to talk to someone and therapy can be part of your self-care. If you’re ready to process your emotions, set boundaries, and identify how your life experiences have affected you, I’m ready to support you in becoming a more self-aware version of yourself.

If you are looking for a Therapist who is Compassionate and Knowledgeable, please keep reading. Many Therapists feel the need to curate their ideal client, but I am confident I can help you regardless of your background. My extensive experience has introduced me to clients with wonderfully diverse backgrounds, who have trusted me with their most vulnerable moments in life. When you work with me, you can rest assured that you are in the hands of an Experienced and Capable Therapist.

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed and stuck in your current situation? I'm happy to help you navigate not only the stressors inherent in everyday life, but also guide you in overcoming the effects from past failed relationships, traumas and anxieties that keep you feeling stuck, scared, and overwhelmed. Many times those issues affect your work performance, ability to create meaningful relationships and negatively impact your physical health.

As a psychologist, I am able to help by combining the science of psychology with the art of psychotherapy to improve functioning in work, love & play.

Welcome! Do you often feel stressed, overwhelmed, or frustrated with yourself? Is it hard for you to set boundaries with your family, friends, or partner? Are you facing challenges with your relationships, career, anxiety, or depression? Are you getting stuck in the past, repeating old patterns or pre-occupied with the future? I am happy to help guide, support and encourage along the way.

Welcome!! You have taken the first and most difficult step! Don't stop now. In today's world, it is not easy to find a quiet, safe and supportive place where you can explore and grow as a person. A place you can learn new things and find ways to feel more, calm, happy, confident, motivated, optimistic, relaxed, and overall improve your self-care skills. As your Therapist and/or Life Coach, I will utilize my educational and professional background as well as my life experience to support and guide you in achieving your ultimate goal..the best version of YOU!! Go for it! I will be with you every step of the way!