Grief Therapists in Granada Hills, CA

Are you looking for a local therapist who specializes in children and teens? Does your son or daughter seem anxious, sad/depressed or withdrawn? Has your child been struggling in school or with social relationships? I would love to help. I specialize in working with children, adolescents and families. I believe that effective therapy is based on a trusting relationship that empowers and makes space for positive change. My experience includes academic/school problems, behavioral issues, anxiety/depression, grief and loss , and social skills deficits. My approach is strength-based and non-pathologizing while highlighting your child's natural assets.

We all know humans are not born with manuals, instead, we have to learn as we grow! Living should be easy, but it is inevitable that we will encounter instances in our lives when we feel stuck, confused, angry and sad. It is during this time we often seek professional help to find change, direction, awareness and support. Together, we can navigate through the current struggles, as well as, the good days to find coping skills and solutions that are useful to daily living.

Choosing a therapist can be difficult, but it doesn't have to be. You only have to call if you are interested in starting therapy with me. I have a number of specializations: from Drug Addiction issues to Depression/Anxiety: from sessions while hiking to group therapy for anxiety, dyslexia, depression, gender transitional, gender fluid individuals and lastly cutters/self Harm. I particularly do well with teenagers: angry, lost, without focus, and those teens that are perpetually sad/distracted. House Calls, Hiking and Biking therapy sessions are an option if you would like.

My background includes working with individuals who needed support when faced with depression, anxiety, dual diagnosis, trauma, addictive behaviors, codependency, domestic violence, grief & loss , life transitions, and interpersonal relationship issues. In addition to my being a clinical Psychotherapist, I am providing Life Coaching support. Life coaches help the clients they work with focus on identifying and moving towards personal and, at times, professional goals. Through focused coaching support, clients can learn healthy and helpful ways of navigating through challenges in creating a life they feel excited about.

Looking for someone to help you get relief from life's stressors? When you are feeling overwhelmed by day-to-day conflicts or long-term struggles that disrupt your sense of self-confidence or direction, you do not have to face these alone. Make the call and have a conversation about what you need and what is possible in your life. Finding a compassionate clinician who will help you process and cope with core issues that seep into your relationships and existence is the next step toward regaining your life balance.

Sometimes our lives do not end up as we planned? Life changes can make people feel confused, anxious, or depressed. Do you have panic attacks? Feel nervous all the time? Sad? Grief Stricken? Feeling overwhelmed? Do you find that everything you have tried to help yourself is not working and you need more support? I have a kind, sincere approach to counseling and we can work together to help you sort through the issues bothering you.

I specialize in working with adult individuals who are challenged by a variety of issues including relationship issues, abuse and neglect, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and bereavement . I have a genuine interest in helping people improve their mental and emotional health to have meaningful and healthy lives and social relationships. We truly are social beings and we all have the natural ability to create and nurture healthy social relationships.

I authored the book, "Attachment-Based Strategies to Improve Self-Esteem..." in 2013. I am here for you and your family to achieve positive results and feel better quickly so that you can continue to have the relationships in your life that you desire and also need.

Are you wishing you could feel happier in your current relationships? Let me help you understand the source of your difficulties and find healthier ways to achieve your goals. Your thoughts result in feelings and behaviors - sometimes positve and sometimes self-defeating.

My goal is to help people in how they manage the stress and anxieties in life. Often, the way we perceive a problem greatly affects how we deal (or don't deal) with that problem. Building on insight and self-awareness, we can move the mountains in our minds, so we can see a clearer picture of ourselves, and the world around us-- improving our ability to cope, our self esteem, and the quality of our personal relationships. I will help provide you with practical and useful tools to cope with: Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Grief , Communication Issues, Difficult Relationships, and Life Transitions.

Hablo Español. Specialty: Trauma. EMDR. Do you feel overwhelmed, not good enough, a failure, unimportant, invisible, powerless, helpless, alone, trapped, bad, like you are responsible for everything and everyone? Panic attacks? Do you often find yourself thinking: I should have done something, I have to be in control, I can’t trust my judgment, I am losing control, I'm going to die, I'm in danger? Or are you concerned that your child is unhappy, sad or depressed, withdrawn, cries often, is irritable or easily upset? Are you or your child upset from possible traumatic experience or had a major loss : divorce, dead, car accident, etc?

Welcome to my page and congratulations on taking the next step. As we all know, life brings us different experiences and stressors. Such stressors can affect how we function at work, school, within our relationships and within our selves. Allow me to work with you during this time of difficulty. My therapeutic style is tailored to the individual and their strengths while using the following approaches: strength based, solution focus, and mindfulness. I truly believe that with the right coaching, processing and guidance, we are able to overcome many of our life stressors.

I have counseled adults, teens, children and families for over 20 years. I specialize in treating adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, grief / loss , and anger management; children/teens with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief / loss , ADHD, disruptive behavior, anger management, social skills training, effects of divorce; parents/families with improving communication skills, co-parenting their children, and helping blended families.

Skilled counseling for first responders & therapists. I help the helpers, like you. Whether you sit with clients all day or are helping people in medical emergencies, your work is hard to leave at work. First responders: your jobs are so high-pressure that most people can’t imagine what you see and do in a day. The shifts are long & hard, your sleep is out of whack, and your spouse complains that you’re more distant and moody all the time. You haven’t felt like yourself in a while, and “sucking it up” is sucking the life out of you. You miss that easygoing person you used to be...and you want to feel in control of your life again.

We are living in unprecedented times with the Coronavirus pandemic upon us. Social distancing, while necessary, takes its toll on relationships and families. There is widespread panic and fear that we need to transform into productive energy to best support one another through this crisis. We can make a difference while we stay safe for our loved ones and our communities. Talking about your own fears and anxieties and finding ways to harness them into action can help. Social distancing does not have to mean isolation. I am honored to walk with you through this and trust that we will get through this together. You are not alone.

I typically work with adults dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, stress management and life transitions. I am experienced in working with clients from diverse backgrounds and have a special interest in providing culturally competent therapy.