Family Therapy in El Segundo, CA

Do you find yourself struggling with Anxiety, Depression, gender or sexual identity, grief/loss, or acute/chronic medical illness? The desire to feel better about ourselves is a part of our intrinsic being. I can be there as a support and sounding board for you, your loved ones & family . With the goal of accepting your perfectly imperfect self, we can work effectively with each other to find your joy, or at the very least, how to make it through each day to the next. Discovering that you are deserving and important can be life changing and attainable.

Being present with people during their most trying times and witnessing their transformation is what Hayley is most passionate about. Her goal is to give people a chance to be seen, to be heard, to utilize their unique strengths and resources, and to ultimately thrive. Marriage and Family therapists work with a wide range of individuals, not just families and couples, so your story, your experiences, are welcome, and you deserve a safe space to heal and to grow.

I work with clients who are seeking change in their life. My goal is to help you identify and alter specific aspects of your life that are not working, as well as amplify the parts that are. I am energetic and active with my clients in not only exploring underlying emotional issues that are perpetuating presenting problems, but also to find and use effective solutions to these issues. The goal is to better improve your life and increase the health and balance of your mind, body, and soul.

If you or someone you know struggles with behavioral problems such as impulsivity, being defiant, hyperactivity, inattention, and criminal activity I am here to help. I work with teens and their families that are struggling to connect or understand one another. My clients needs range from those struggling to clearly communicate their intentions to others to finding coping skills that work for their depression, anxiety, anger, and other intense emotions.

Life is an amazing gift. It brings excitement and adventure but also can be quite frustrating and overwhelming. My approach to therapy is transparent, curious, and compassionate. I specialize in treating eating disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, relational issues, and pre/postnatal maternal mental health. I use a combination of different therapeutic approaches which depends on needs. If you are struggling with an eating disorder/or unhealthy relationship with food or exercise, anxiety, substance abuse, low self-esteem, restricting, binging, purging, and/or other destructive patterns, you have come to the right place.

Are you experiencing anxiety or depression due to uncertainty around health and finances, along with loss of social interaction. COVID-19 is impacting and reshaping daily life for everyone around the world. Unfortunately at a time when social support is needed most, it is required that we distance ourselves from our friends and family . Utilizing Somatic and Mindfulness techniques, along with talk therapy, I will work collaboratively with you to implement wellness skills that promote a sense of connection and well-being.

Now accepting new clients. Nicole Christina Payne (also known as Niki Payne) is a Clinical Hypnotherapist and Registered Associate and Marriage Family Therapist . She received her Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, MFT Specialization from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and is an honors graduate of the nationally-accredited Hypnosis Motivation Institute, where she studied Clinical Hypnotherapy extensively. Niki offers a unique approach that blends cognitive behavior therapy and positive psychology with family systems and depth psychology, bridging the gap between conscious intentions and subconscious motivations.

Welcome, I'm glad you made it here! I hope that I can help you feel comfortable and safe to dig deep. I work with adults and adolescents from all walks of life struggling with the effects of anxiety, depression, relational difficulties, trauma, and environmental stressors. In my practice, I foster safety, authenticity, and vulnerability. I can help my clients build insight, gain practical tools, and pay close attention to how they intersect with their world to feel grounded and compassionate toward themselves. I see you as a whole person and I hope to help you see that when you might feel broken down.

I enjoyed very much my post licensure work at a family institute. Whether working with a child, an adolescent, an adult, a dyad or the whole family , I will initially focus on the person suffering the most. Based on the presenting symptom, I may do brief crisis intervention to stabilize a situation until an individual's underlying issue has been crystallized. The life issue causing depression, anxiety, and fears will then be addressed in more depth. My approach is to assist people in their own healing, maximizing on their own strengths and resources.

Have you been wanting to be a parent for a long time and now that you are, it isn't what you thought it would be? Are you having a hard time feeling connected to your baby? How about to your partner? How about to yourself? Was your birth experience not what you expected? Regardless of where you may be in your parenting journey, whether it is in trying to conceive, navigating pregnancy, are new to parenthood, or are coping with pregnancy loss, I am here to help and guide you to a path of emotional healing and growth.

Seeing your child struggle is such a helpless feeling. You wish you could find the right words that would fix it all, but nothing that you say, and no amount of logic that you use seems to help. Perhaps you have even tried therapy before, with little progress or success, and you're not sure if this is even a fixable problem. Your child's struggles have become the focus of the entire family . You just want your happy little boy or girl back and to have normalcy restored at home.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist eager to collaborate with other mental health professionals to provide comprehensive and holistic treatment to clients struggling with pervasive disorders. I have extensive experience working with adults and Transitional Age Youth. I currently work with children in the age group 0-15 with their families. I have demonstrated skills in creating and implementing effective and individualized treatment plans and over 6 years of experience with Department of Mental Health standards and paperwork. In addition, I have foundational coursework and training in Cognitive-Behavioral and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

I believe strongly in creating a safe, open and non-judgmental environment in order for individuals to feel comfortable expressing themselves and to work through difficult and complex issues. I am a therapist bilingual in English and Mandarin, and I have experience working with anxiety, trauma, depression, grief and loss, family and relationship issues, life transitions, amongst others. I see adults, children and adolescents.

Due to Social Distancing, office visits are currently available on a limited basis. Tele-therapy appointments are available weekdays. If you are having trouble with pandemic adjustment, communication, family conflict, trust or feeling stressed, a few sessions of therapy can help you gain perspective, feel more centered, and improve mood and concentration.

Are you looking for a Professional Christian Therapist? If you are looking for a Professional Christian Therapist, I'd be glad to help you with your concerns about anxiety, depression, relationships, or your Faith. I am a Licensed Marriage, Family and Individual Therapist and have been practicing in my same office in Manhattan Beach for over 20 years. For more information please feel free to call me. I'd be happy to talk with you!

You've found an ally and someone who specializes in providing LGBTQ affirmative treatment to those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender non-binary, questioning or queer. Overcoming personal, relationship and family issues can feel like an overwhelming challenge for those struggling with identity issues. You don't have to do this alone. Whether working individually, with a couple or a family , I focus on establishing a safe environment so we can build a trusting relationship enabling you to understand the dynamics that are creating the issues, and learn new ways to live with more fulfillment and joy.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and certified yoga instructor, my approach towards wellness includes healing through the mind and the body. I incorporate a combination of mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral therapy to help you get unstuck from engaging in unhelpful patterns of behavior and learn how to change the way you see yourself and the world. Whether you are struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, low self-esteem, body dissatisfaction, stress or relationship issues, I’m here to help provide you with the tools, awareness, and understanding you need to live the life you want to live.

If you are a parent looking for support in managing a challenge with your child, tween or teenager or if you are parents looking to align on parenting strategies, I am here to offer you support. Inevitably, difficult moments arise as they are indicators of learning or growth that wants to happen for your child, your relationship or for your family as a whole. Every child or teen and every family is unique in their dynamics and difficulties so, I believe this work needs to be collaborative to find the solutions that will be effective specifically for you and your family .