Parenting Therapists in La Palma, CA
Serenity Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Palma, CA 90623
I am interested in creating a safe space for my clients, working collaboratively so that they can reach their full potential as they discover their inner strengths that will allow them to achieve the best possible quality of life I have experience in working with Adults, Teens, Couples, and Parenting Issues. My training has led me to be certified in Incredible Years Kids and Incredible Years Toddler program which an Evidenced Based Program to aid kids with behavioral issues, communication, social skills, and self-esteem among other issues. I am Fluent in Spanish and my approach is through a Multicultural lens.
I am interested in creating a safe space for my clients, working collaboratively so that they can reach their full potential as they discover their inner strengths that will allow them to achieve the best possible quality of life I have experience in working with Adults, Teens, Couples, and Parenting Issues. My training has led me to be certified in Incredible Years Kids and Incredible Years Toddler program which an Evidenced Based Program to aid kids with behavioral issues, communication, social skills, and self-esteem among other issues. I am Fluent in Spanish and my approach is through a Multicultural lens.
Dr. Karla Escoto
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD , MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Palma, CA 90623
Hi, I am a licensed marriage and family Bilingual psychotherapist with more than ten years of clinical experience treating individuals and families. I also have a doctorate in psychology. Many individuals I work with have been to therapy before and have felt some relief but eventually reverted to old unhealthy behaviors. Through our work together, we will get to the root of the issues to allow for sustainable healing and growth, and you will notice an improvement in your mood, motivation, and relationships. Therapy can be intimidating and difficult to seek.
Hi, I am a licensed marriage and family Bilingual psychotherapist with more than ten years of clinical experience treating individuals and families. I also have a doctorate in psychology. Many individuals I work with have been to therapy before and have felt some relief but eventually reverted to old unhealthy behaviors. Through our work together, we will get to the root of the issues to allow for sustainable healing and growth, and you will notice an improvement in your mood, motivation, and relationships. Therapy can be intimidating and difficult to seek.
Mary M. Scholten
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Palma, CA 90623
If you've been struggling emotionally and relationally and find you just can't handle life on your own anymore, I am here to help you. Whether you're feeling depressed, anxious, angry, lonely, or overwhelmed, it doesn't have to be this way. Together we will work to improve the quality of your life.
If you've been struggling emotionally and relationally and find you just can't handle life on your own anymore, I am here to help you. Whether you're feeling depressed, anxious, angry, lonely, or overwhelmed, it doesn't have to be this way. Together we will work to improve the quality of your life.
Dr. Alex Ballan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
La Palma, CA 90623
“At times, life seems like a deep-dark hole, but really it’s a tunnel, and if we walk together, we’ll reach one end or the other.” Fr. G. Boyle, Homeboy Industries. We live in challenging times; it may help to talk with someone to try and make sense of it all. I’ve experienced the positive effects of having a trained professional in my corner. My hope is to pay that forward and support you in reconnecting to your genuine strengths. I believe each person has the key to their own wellness and success. So ask yourself, if life could be different tomorrow, what would it look like?
“At times, life seems like a deep-dark hole, but really it’s a tunnel, and if we walk together, we’ll reach one end or the other.” Fr. G. Boyle, Homeboy Industries. We live in challenging times; it may help to talk with someone to try and make sense of it all. I’ve experienced the positive effects of having a trained professional in my corner. My hope is to pay that forward and support you in reconnecting to your genuine strengths. I believe each person has the key to their own wellness and success. So ask yourself, if life could be different tomorrow, what would it look like?
Susan Watson
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
La Palma, CA 90623 (Online Only)
Are you ready to explore positive options for your life? Life isn't easy and change is inevitable. We are offered continuous learning opportunities as we progress on our journey. It takes courage, strength, and awareness to identify and overcome barriers to self-acceptance and inner peace. Therapy is a useful tool to gain the self-awareness and insight necessary for healing and positive change. No matter what your goals are overcoming trauma/loss; learning useful methods of communication; improving relationships; dealing with uncomfortable emotions; and more success and positive change can be achieved!
Are you ready to explore positive options for your life? Life isn't easy and change is inevitable. We are offered continuous learning opportunities as we progress on our journey. It takes courage, strength, and awareness to identify and overcome barriers to self-acceptance and inner peace. Therapy is a useful tool to gain the self-awareness and insight necessary for healing and positive change. No matter what your goals are overcoming trauma/loss; learning useful methods of communication; improving relationships; dealing with uncomfortable emotions; and more success and positive change can be achieved!
Cassandra Peterson-Solano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Palma, CA 90623
If you are struggling in your current relationship, or have a history of dysfunctional relationships, and want to break the cycle to find healthy, fulfilling relationships I'm here for you! Often childhood experiences such as emotional neglect, being raised in a dysfunctional home, and trauma block us from getting the love we want. Let me help you work through those blocks so you can improve your self esteem and have healthy relationships! Email me at: hello at cassandrasolano.com to reach me!
If you are struggling in your current relationship, or have a history of dysfunctional relationships, and want to break the cycle to find healthy, fulfilling relationships I'm here for you! Often childhood experiences such as emotional neglect, being raised in a dysfunctional home, and trauma block us from getting the love we want. Let me help you work through those blocks so you can improve your self esteem and have healthy relationships! Email me at: hello at cassandrasolano.com to reach me!
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Sophia Kang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Buena Park, CA 90620
I am certified in Parent-Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT), and have training in Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Adoption and Permanency Curriculum, formerly known as Adoption Clinical Training (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Seeking Safety, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
I specialize in working with individuals and families that have been impacted by foster care, adoption, attachment, and trauma. I am passionate about supporting youth and adults in thriving; including providing parenting support, utilizing strengths, and overall providing a safe place for you to begin your journey. We all are able to heal and thrive through the support of healthy relationships.
I am certified in Parent-Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT), and have training in Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Adoption and Permanency Curriculum, formerly known as Adoption Clinical Training (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Seeking Safety, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
I specialize in working with individuals and families that have been impacted by foster care, adoption, attachment, and trauma. I am passionate about supporting youth and adults in thriving; including providing parenting support, utilizing strengths, and overall providing a safe place for you to begin your journey. We all are able to heal and thrive through the support of healthy relationships.
Elaine Luna
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buena Park, CA 90620
Waitlist for new clients
I have helped children (ages 4-12), adults, families and parents process trauma, improve the parent-child relationship, reduce anxiety, depression, increase self-esteem and self-compassion.
I'm so glad you're taking the time to begin your healing journey! Life, and the uncertainty that comes along with it, can be very difficult to navigate. I have the experience and treatment skills necessary to help you achieve a better quality of life. I have helped both children, and adults process trauma, and gain effective coping skills for managing anxiety and unwanted thoughts to help them live a more fulfilling life. Our work together will help you gain clarity on how to navigate the problems you are facing by providing you with a safe environment as you begin your journey toward healing.
I have helped children (ages 4-12), adults, families and parents process trauma, improve the parent-child relationship, reduce anxiety, depression, increase self-esteem and self-compassion.
I'm so glad you're taking the time to begin your healing journey! Life, and the uncertainty that comes along with it, can be very difficult to navigate. I have the experience and treatment skills necessary to help you achieve a better quality of life. I have helped both children, and adults process trauma, and gain effective coping skills for managing anxiety and unwanted thoughts to help them live a more fulfilling life. Our work together will help you gain clarity on how to navigate the problems you are facing by providing you with a safe environment as you begin your journey toward healing.
Lynn Klock
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Cypress, CA 90630
Parenting is challenging, even more so after a separation or divorce.
Everyone can feel like the problems they face are overwhelming and difficult to solve.This can sometimes show itself as gambling too much, fighting with a spouse or feeling sad or angry. Therapy is a healthy way to explore new answers. I have a soft, gentle way of helping you find relief from the worry and concern.
Parenting is challenging, even more so after a separation or divorce.
Everyone can feel like the problems they face are overwhelming and difficult to solve.This can sometimes show itself as gambling too much, fighting with a spouse or feeling sad or angry. Therapy is a healthy way to explore new answers. I have a soft, gentle way of helping you find relief from the worry and concern.
Sherry Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cerritos, CA 90703
Hello, welcome! My name is Sherry Gonzalez. I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I am based in Whittier, but work with clients throughout California through Telehealth. I work with women and children and specialize in parenting, anxiety, depression and transitional stages in life. I work through a psychodynamic therapy approach. I also have training in Perinatal Mood Disorders and experience with parenting and child development.
Hello, welcome! My name is Sherry Gonzalez. I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I am based in Whittier, but work with clients throughout California through Telehealth. I work with women and children and specialize in parenting, anxiety, depression and transitional stages in life. I work through a psychodynamic therapy approach. I also have training in Perinatal Mood Disorders and experience with parenting and child development.
Vanessa Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cypress, CA 90630
I am a trauma informed therapist who utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Solution-Focused Therapy and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy to provide clients with various interventions/practices that facilitate accomplishment of their goals.
What is your story? Listening to people’s stories and being a part of their unique journey has always been my passion. The ability to share personal information is not always easy and being open to guidance may not always be natural. I strive to create a supportive environment in which this process becomes more comfortable. My professional experience is centered around working with individuals, children, adolescents and their families.
I am a trauma informed therapist who utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Solution-Focused Therapy and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy to provide clients with various interventions/practices that facilitate accomplishment of their goals.
What is your story? Listening to people’s stories and being a part of their unique journey has always been my passion. The ability to share personal information is not always easy and being open to guidance may not always be natural. I strive to create a supportive environment in which this process becomes more comfortable. My professional experience is centered around working with individuals, children, adolescents and their families.
Kelly Fisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Buena Park, CA 90620
However, grief and loss can also be experienced in other life contexts such as divorce, illness/injury, failed dreams, infertility, parenting challenges, family estrangement, retirement, sudden job loss, and relocation.
Hi, my name is Kelly Fisher and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families on a variety of issues related to grief/loss, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, and life transitions. Having experience working in both the hospice and hospital setting, I am acutely aware of the realities clients and families face as they endure serious/chronic illness, prognosis, anticipatory loss, and grief/bereavement. It is my hope to help clients express their emotions, process their loss(es), and sensitively find resilience in their new normal.
However, grief and loss can also be experienced in other life contexts such as divorce, illness/injury, failed dreams, infertility, parenting challenges, family estrangement, retirement, sudden job loss, and relocation.
Hi, my name is Kelly Fisher and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families on a variety of issues related to grief/loss, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, and life transitions. Having experience working in both the hospice and hospital setting, I am acutely aware of the realities clients and families face as they endure serious/chronic illness, prognosis, anticipatory loss, and grief/bereavement. It is my hope to help clients express their emotions, process their loss(es), and sensitively find resilience in their new normal.
Jodee M. Gossett
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Cerritos, CA 90701
I have experience working with individuals who have experienced various forms of trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, pregnancy/post-partum, cultural identity, acculturation, family/relationship issues, marriage/divorce, and parenting concerns.
We all experience challenging times in our lives. Taking that first step in deciding to come to therapy can be difficult. Sometimes life stressors can be too much to handle alone and we need help working through them. I am passionate about creating a safe & unique experience to help you heal from pain and discover new strengths and possibilities within yourself and enable you to create more intimate and trusting relationships. Together we will create a safe & sacred space to be your true authentic self, share your deepest pain, and emerge stronger & live a more satisfying life.
I have experience working with individuals who have experienced various forms of trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, pregnancy/post-partum, cultural identity, acculturation, family/relationship issues, marriage/divorce, and parenting concerns.
We all experience challenging times in our lives. Taking that first step in deciding to come to therapy can be difficult. Sometimes life stressors can be too much to handle alone and we need help working through them. I am passionate about creating a safe & unique experience to help you heal from pain and discover new strengths and possibilities within yourself and enable you to create more intimate and trusting relationships. Together we will create a safe & sacred space to be your true authentic self, share your deepest pain, and emerge stronger & live a more satisfying life.
Alex Andrade-Lozano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92801
My name is Alex Andrade-Lozano, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) from Fresno, California. Through Telehealth, I offer services throughout the state of California. I work with adults and couples, and specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma and trauma-related disorders. Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy, I support clients on their journey of acceptance and change. My work focuses on the treatment of adults experiencing the effects of anxiety, depression, and trauma. I support adults working through the challenges of life including grief, parenting, and relationships.
My name is Alex Andrade-Lozano, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) from Fresno, California. Through Telehealth, I offer services throughout the state of California. I work with adults and couples, and specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma and trauma-related disorders. Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy, I support clients on their journey of acceptance and change. My work focuses on the treatment of adults experiencing the effects of anxiety, depression, and trauma. I support adults working through the challenges of life including grief, parenting, and relationships.
Simone Elliott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Buena Park, CA 90620
Whatever you have been through, or are going through, you have a right to find peace, enjoy your relationships, and create a life you love. Making changes can be a difficult process, with obstacles like depression, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, lack of support, or difficulty communicating. Whether you are an adult who feels lost or stuck, a young person struggling to find your way, or a parent desperate to find help for your child, I am here to help you explore solutions and get back on track. My role is to be your mirror, guide, and anchor, as we clarify your goals and navigate your path toward them together.
Whatever you have been through, or are going through, you have a right to find peace, enjoy your relationships, and create a life you love. Making changes can be a difficult process, with obstacles like depression, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, lack of support, or difficulty communicating. Whether you are an adult who feels lost or stuck, a young person struggling to find your way, or a parent desperate to find help for your child, I am here to help you explore solutions and get back on track. My role is to be your mirror, guide, and anchor, as we clarify your goals and navigate your path toward them together.
Marcella Briceno
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cypress, CA 90630
My focus as a therapist is to help others on their journey to self-improvement and symptom reduction. I have extensive experience treating anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, grief/loss, life transitions, parenting, and relationship challenges. I have a strong background in trauma related issues and can incorporate EMDR into treatment. The primary framework from which I operate is based on Attachment Theory. This framework helps to analyze the way we relate and connect to others, since our primary relationships play a vital role to the way we view the world.
My focus as a therapist is to help others on their journey to self-improvement and symptom reduction. I have extensive experience treating anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, grief/loss, life transitions, parenting, and relationship challenges. I have a strong background in trauma related issues and can incorporate EMDR into treatment. The primary framework from which I operate is based on Attachment Theory. This framework helps to analyze the way we relate and connect to others, since our primary relationships play a vital role to the way we view the world.
Personal Light Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buena Park, CA 90620 (Online Only)
Re-connecting with your inner-child and learning to re-parent that child creates a life that feels whole and fulfilled.
My therapy sessions are conducted over the phone! It is so easy to get stuck in our past or lost in the future and we forget to be mindful of what is going on in the present. Our past can shape who we are and how we perceive our lives today and this can easily get us caught up in a vicious cycle of various emotional and mental struggles. The importance of rebuilding a relationship with ourselves is a critical component in life and can provide a different outlook to mood, behavioral and personality disorders. Let us never underestimate the power that we hold within ourselves!
Re-connecting with your inner-child and learning to re-parent that child creates a life that feels whole and fulfilled.
My therapy sessions are conducted over the phone! It is so easy to get stuck in our past or lost in the future and we forget to be mindful of what is going on in the present. Our past can shape who we are and how we perceive our lives today and this can easily get us caught up in a vicious cycle of various emotional and mental struggles. The importance of rebuilding a relationship with ourselves is a critical component in life and can provide a different outlook to mood, behavioral and personality disorders. Let us never underestimate the power that we hold within ourselves!
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Cerritos, CA 90703
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
Sarah Barnes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cerritos, CA 90703
Additional interests include providing suicide awareness, prevention and intervention trainings, workshops on depression and anxiety, as well as providing parenting seminars.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist providing mental health services for 15 years to children, adolescents, adults and families, Sarah has a wealth of experience that has given her knowledge and understanding as how to support others with navigating real life issues. These may include but are not limited to relational conflicts, trauma, undesirable symptoms such as sadness, anxiousness, self-harm and so forth. She provides psycho-education to assist others with understanding mental illness. Sarah's therapeutic approach is eclectic with a heavy influence of faith-based, attachment, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral practices.
Additional interests include providing suicide awareness, prevention and intervention trainings, workshops on depression and anxiety, as well as providing parenting seminars.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist providing mental health services for 15 years to children, adolescents, adults and families, Sarah has a wealth of experience that has given her knowledge and understanding as how to support others with navigating real life issues. These may include but are not limited to relational conflicts, trauma, undesirable symptoms such as sadness, anxiousness, self-harm and so forth. She provides psycho-education to assist others with understanding mental illness. Sarah's therapeutic approach is eclectic with a heavy influence of faith-based, attachment, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral practices.
Debbie Chen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cypress, CA 90630
I offer evidence-based treatments for mental health issues such as, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, behavior modification, addiction, adjustment/life transitions, bereavement, and parenting.
As life progresses, there may be events/situations that may lead to imbalance which can be uncomfortable and distressing, as well as attribute to mental health issues. The combination may minimize or compromise our inner strengths. I aim to collaborate and support in maximizing your inner strengths to better manage, work through, and cope with life transitions and difficulties. I work towards empowering you to take control of your life through self-awareness, insight, and techniques specific to obtain your goals. My approach with each client is uniquely tailored to take into consideration of any diversity and/or culture differences.
I offer evidence-based treatments for mental health issues such as, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, behavior modification, addiction, adjustment/life transitions, bereavement, and parenting.
As life progresses, there may be events/situations that may lead to imbalance which can be uncomfortable and distressing, as well as attribute to mental health issues. The combination may minimize or compromise our inner strengths. I aim to collaborate and support in maximizing your inner strengths to better manage, work through, and cope with life transitions and difficulties. I work towards empowering you to take control of your life through self-awareness, insight, and techniques specific to obtain your goals. My approach with each client is uniquely tailored to take into consideration of any diversity and/or culture differences.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.