Codependency Therapists in Burbank, CA

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.

My expertise lies in supporting you with developing the deepest possible self-trust in every area of life. I have a decade of experience helping people navigate spiritual awakening and existential issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, codependency , sexual dysfunction, identity struggles, addiction, life stressors, and other challenging emotional experiences and discover how their innate wisdom communicates to them through these experiences. I love to support people with stepping out of the internal battle and reorienting into the natural flow of themselves and I believe this is possible for everyone.

Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma? Do you experience difficulties managing family and relationship issues? I believe that healing happens when we pay attention to all the parts that make us whole—our mind, body, and soul. The subconscious mind controls most of our reality and choices, so building awareness and active presence can improve the quality of daily living and assist in not only surviving but thriving through life. As an intuitive & holistic therapist, I will assist you in strengthening your inner psyche and developing new tools to manage negative feelings and thoughts.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who has worked extensively with individuals, couples, and families. My approach to psychotherapy is to provide a safe space that is empathic, genuine, and collaborative which leads to growth and a fulfilling life. There are moments when problems exist, and we all may struggle at times to manage the difficulties. I also believe that every individual has strengths to overcome obstacles. My role, as your therapist, is to walk alongside you on your journey of growth and help you discover your inner strengths and power to live a fulfilling life.

I believe in brief therapy. I became a therapist because of my experience as a client and I understand the bravery it takes to make a decision to seek change through therapy. You are hiring me to help you with an issue, enhance your relationships, achieve your goals to lead a healthier and happier life. As a therapist, I maintain a safe environment in the session to allow you to feel heard, understood, and to formulate solutions for what's not working. I bring heart and responsibility for choices to foster trust, respect and growth.

Co-Dependency, Emotional Eating, Trauma and Faith Issues are my areas of clinical experience. Many of us have learned from important relationships to mute or dismiss our needs, wants and emotions. We might then look to take care of those needs and wants by people pleasing, being over focused on food or weight, or other behaviors that eventually feel out of control. Trauma and or neglect can be at the core of these behaviors as well. Some people of faith experience difficult challenges in life and have a hard time integrating their faith with their experience.

When someone says, "get over it" -- well, if it was that easy, you'd already have done that, right? It's not always that easy, getting past that stuck spot, especially when criticism & judgment add insult to injury. What I love to do more than anything in my life is, help people get past those upsetting memories, & make solid, lasting changes, and move forward, in freedom. Sometimes, that means helping to identify a subtle, indecipherable trauma. Sometimes that means, tackling unspeakably horrific violence you survived. Sometimes that means, working together with the two of you together for communication skills. Because -

Are you tired of feeling trapped in a cycle of anxiety, depression, chronic stress, low self-esteem, perfectionism, shame, or co-dependency? These struggles can leave you feeling isolated, misunderstood, and disconnected from the life you want to live. However, there is hope and support available to help you navigate through these challenges.

THERAPY FOR COMEDIANS. Being a comedian isn't easy. While your friends are getting married, having children and buying mansions back home, you’re schlepping yourself to open mic nights and chasing your dream, well at least before the pandemic. You’re emotionally vulnerable on stage and might worry about going viral for the wrong reasons. Unfortunately, it’s hard to share these experiences with others. Only comics get it but they’re too busy doing shtick rather than listening to you. And if you’re a female comic, it can be worse because you’re mostly surrounded by male comics and battling societal stereotypes.

I assist teens and adults who may be battling anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, low self-esteem, or people-pleasing tendencies. My clients seek to be empowered with a sense of agency and autonomy to become the catalyst of change in their lives. I will ensure to create a safe environment that is conducive to growth and healing. Together, we can increase self-awareness and insight, explore repeating patterns, and examine the values that you determine to be important to build a fuller, more meaningful life.

“Telehealth Provider” Taking steps to engage in individual or couples therapy can invoke a multitude of emotions. Identifying a therapist right for you is as important as the journey you are seeking to embark on. Telehealth Therapy provides the same level of treatment and care as you’d otherwise receive in-person within your private space and without the need to travel to your therapist. In this challenging time, I’m here to provide the emotional, compassionate support you need. Licensed for over 21-years as a bilingual (Eng/Spa) Marriage Family Therapist, I have specialized in working in the treatment of infidelity, grief, loss,

Ann believes that one of the most important components of her work is to engage her clients with a strength based, solution focused mindset. As a therapist she creates an environment that fosters mental health and effectively assists clients with responding to mental health challenges. Ann has experience in assisting people with family and life transitions, grief and loss, depression, anxiety and child and adult ADHD. She is certified in Managing Adaptive Practices (MAP) and Seeking Safety. Ann is also certified to teach relationship education courses (World Class Marriage and World Class Relationships for Work and Home).

Do you find that you are quick to judge yourself harshly or your life decisions? Is your day filled with circumstances or fears that you haven’t found a way to change? Ever ask why? Do you imagine your life with less anxious stress, more honest relationships, a stronger knowing of what’s right for you and how to achieve that? I offer therapeutic counseling using traditional and non-traditional interventions, actively bring concepts from yoga, mindfulness/meditation into sessions in an environment of support, safety and discovery where life skills, thought patterns and emotional states can be regulated, processed, and enhanced.

With over 25 years of experience, Mr. Burks graduated cum laude from Adams State University with a master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, as well as from George Washington University with a master's degree in Management and Leadership. He earned an additional master's degree in Integrative Mental Health from Saybrook University, where he was awarded the Presidential Scholarship and continues as a doctoral candidate. He has also studied in the Clinical Psychology doctorate program at Pacifica Graduate Institute, the Maryland University of Integrative Health, the University of Santa Monica, and Berklee College of Music.

Do you struggle with shame and self-judgment? Have you experienced the same conflicts, over and over again, with family, friends, partners, or bosses, and not known how to resolve them? Have you wondered why everyone else's life feels so easy while yours is so hard... or worried that you are so broken, you will never be happy?

The buddhist philosophy "turn poison into medicine" has always resonated with me. I love to witness a client's transformation, as they are able to heal past suffering and utilize their strengths to become who they were always meant to be. I wholeheartedly believe when someone is suffering, they are disconnected from their core selves. There is something that is preventing them from feeling the safety or freedom to be authentic. It is my goal as a therapist to help clients discover what the barrier to that connection is. The disconnect from self can show up as depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts.

If you’re looking for a therapist who is basically David Rose meets early-00’s Britney (with a dash of Drag Race & a pinch of recycled WeHo go-go boy,) you’ve clicked on the right profile. But please don’t let my humor undercut the reverence & respect I have for the therapeutic process. Self-empowerment, radical acceptance & authentic human connection will be the cornerstone of our work. I utilize strength-based, affirmative & neuroscientific theory to guide us...but healing doesn't happen via theory. It lies in you -- your hopes, hardships, successes & infinite wisdom. Sometimes we'll laugh. Often, we'll cry. But either way...

Are you ready to work on the issues that are potentially keeping you from experiencing joy and healthy relationships? Are you and your family/marriage under great stress? Are past traumas or grief and loss affecting your day to day life? Call me today. My approach is non judgmental, safe, genuine, empowering and collaborative. I focus on helping you address these life issues and to work together to help you overcome them. You deserve to live a life of joy and peace, begin your healing journey today. I welcome anyone seeking therapy and can support you from a Christian perspective if so desired.

Seeking therapy is an important step towards healing. I help support clients who are looking to work through issues such as anxiety, unhealthy relationship dynamics, grief, trauma, and early attachment wounds, especially as a result of a borderline or narcissistic parent/caretaker.