Women's Issues Therapists in Granada Hills, CA

As a Latina provider, I am mindful of how our culture and upbringing can impact our sense of self and how we handle challenges. I believe in being culturally mindful and also consider how physical, social and other factors impact our mental health. I am also open to discussing your spiritual journey if you would like. My clients usually appreciate a tailored approach that incorporates the most appropriate treatment for their specific situation. As professionals, we can also get very busy but with the availability of services via Telehealth, you can easily schedule this time for yourself and your growth. Hablo Espanol!!

In counseling, I will listen and support you throughout the depths of your personal winter and will help you find the invincible summer that lies within. There are times in life when we all struggle, but working together we can turn your struggles into transition points for personal growth. My approach is eclectic and always designed to meet my client's individual needs.

I have been practicing for over 10 years treating individuals with Anger, Trauma, Addiction, Adolescent Issues, Gender & Sexuality Issues, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Parenting, Self-Esteem, and Peer Relationships. My training includes extensive work in a Hospital Based Intensive Outpatient Program, a Non-Profit Family Counseling Center, a Non-Public Behavioral School for students with chronic mental illness, and Private Practice. I am versed in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Existential Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Jungian Therapy, and Multicultural Therapy.

Do you experience anxiety, lack of motivation, low self worth, sadness, difficulty setting and maintaining boundaries in your relationships? Are you feeling overwhelmed, a failure, alone or stuck? Struggling with how to manage your child’s negative behaviors, defiance, tantrums, mood swings and excessive technology use and it’s impact on your relationship? If you said "yes," to any of these things I can help. As a licensed therapist with over 15 years of experience I work with my clients to help them identify and work through their struggles to get back to their true potential. I also help my clients utilize daily coping skills.

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 will tell you what you need to know, not with judgment, but with solutions. I will teach you how to speak so that you are heard and understood. I will ask you to be courageous and try new things with yourself and in your relationships. I will show you how living in honesty and humility will save you.

Leslie is an individual therapist with 10 years of experience working with both children and adults, she is dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals and improve their mental health and well-being. She has a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by both children and adults, and she is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all of her clients.

"We all have our stuff." I heard a wise woman say this years ago. We might feel overwhelmed by all the expectations of life - of adulthood. We might be carrying the weight of something terrible that has happened in our lives. We might feel deeply alone - even when we are around other people. Maybe we feel out of control or lacking discipline, struggling to break habits that we know are bad for us. Whatever the case may be, you are not alone. Lots of people come to therapy. Lots of people feel much better after trying it.

Counseling doesn't have to be scary. Throughout our lives we all experience difficult situations that need a second set of eyes and ears to offer a different perspective. Since friends and family are unable to be objective, that is where the counselor's role comes into play. Whether you are having family conflict, relationship issues with your significant other, or just need someone to talk to because everything just seems to be falling apart, I am here for you.

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.

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.

I work with individuals struggling with sadness, anxiety, self-doubt, self-worth, shame, boundary-setting, self-acceptance, and feeling not good enough. I utilize a systematic approach to help clients build daily coping skills and understand the underlying reasons for their struggles. With greater insight and awareness, clients are able to find their truest voice and build a life that echoes their best self. I also work with couples looking to cultivate healthy communication skills, a richer relational experience, a revived vibrancy. I commonly work with life transitions, parenting questions, and identity conflicts.

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.

You’ve done everything you know to do to help yourself and nothing is working anymore. You’re stuck in repeating patterns and feel like you’re not moving forward. You are great at helping others, but when you need help you feel alone, exhausted and unable to ask. Self-reliance is all you’ve ever known. If this sounds familiar, I get it! It’s a lot! And I want you to know you don’t have to keep living this way. Working with me, you will discover a new way to restore yourself in mind, body and spirit.

I focus on helping young adults and professionals who struggle with relationship issues, anxiety and personal growth issues. I facilitate emotional, psychological and personality development, growth, recovery, higher consciousness, toward well-being of those suffering with symptoms such as: anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relational issues. Together we will work on increasing your focus, recognizing your importance and improving feelings within your job and relationships. Under the supervision of Dr. Nelly Nassar.

I work with adults treating a variety of life issues, barriers, feelings, and obstacles, such as: anxiety, depression, life changes or challenges, parenting, relationship issues, problems at work, first time mom, changes in career, divorce, life transitions, achieving goals, and finding motivation.