Therapists in Los Angeles, CA

You hide it well. You dress the part. You focus on other people so they won't focus on you. You do well professionally and it distracts you from how deeply alone you feel. Often if seems easier to pretend that you're OK, but deep down... you hope for something more. I specialize in psychoanalytic psychotherapy with adults who struggle with shame, depression, suicidality, divorce, anger, anxiety, isolation, or estrangment from family members. I also specialize in working with friends and family members of narcissistic personalities.

Hi there, and welcome! Are you looking for a personalized touch to therapy? A therapist with experience, expertise, but doesn't feel "stuffy" or unrelatable? Then I'm here for you! I truly believe that therapy doesnt have to be a chore - it can be an enjoyable part of your day and something to look forward to. I pride myself in being relatable and humorous, as well as warm, knowledgable, and understanding.

We all have the potential to create the lives and relationships we want, even in the most challenging of situations. Grappling with the normal questions and challenges of being human can, at times become overwhelming. I work with clients to tap into the inner and outer resources that may have been unrecognized or perhaps forgotten, and to utilize these resources and skills to transform difficulty and pain into ease and wellbeing. You don't have to stay stuck in habitual patterns that don't serve you. Through thoughtful exploration and practice you can build a life of greater freedom and possibility.

My goal as a therapist is to help others feel heard, respected, and understood. Therapy can be intimidating to those unfamiliar with it. I want to help individuals feel comfortable in sessions and allow them to be their true selves. I want our sessions to be their safe place. I will be here to help process life's challenges, as well as introduce and review coping mechanisms that can assist in the healing process.

At the foundation of my practice lies a belief in universal human resilience. Struggles with anxiety, depression, managing relationships and emotions, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), or trauma create a sense of disconnect from your own ability to learn, adapt, and grow. Evidence based therapy can offer relief.

Both nurturing yet direct, Ranique teaches her clients practical tools that lead to their empowerment, growth, and healing. By creating a safe, non-judgmental, open, and secure space, clients can sort out their vulnerabilities and move toward their desired outcomes, goals, and desires. Ranique is passionate about providing mental health services that are tailored to individuals’ preferences and personal needs. Ranique believes that emotional well-being is just as important as the air we all breathe.

You are the driver in your journey. I provide you the tools and support you may need when you hit those bumps on the road. From building skills to processing emotions or trauma, we will meet you where you are at in your journey.

I support individuals, families, and couples, resolve life stressors, and trauma, and regain balance. I am a bilingual (Spanish/ English) therapist who has extensive experience treating, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, Borderline Personality Disorder, mood-related Disorders, and attachment. In doing so, I weave together different modalities to support a client's whole self mind, body, and spirit.

I look forward to working with you to create a more rewarding and satisfying life for yourself. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and licensed clinical social worker with o 20 years experience. I am also Adjunct Assistant Professor at USC Graduate School of Social Work. I have a compassionate yet direct approach, and will tailor therapy to your unique needs and circumstances. I can help you learn better coping skills to manage feelings of depression and anxiety. I can also help you gain greater self-awareness, and communication skills so that you can create and maintain more satisfying personal and professional relationships.

I am interested in working with people who feel stuck, want to move forward and sense they need to make a change. It could be work, school, a creative endeavor, family issues, a pattern in intimate relationships, an addiction of some kind, or even just messed-up thinking. My goal is to create a safe environment where you can come, shed old patterns, and explore what you want to do with your life.

I love stories, and to spend my hours in collaboration with others making meaning from their stories is a profound joy. I've worked in many different mental health settings and have a wide array of experiences to draw from to support your progress in therapy. I love working with people who are curious about the human psyche and their own inner workings. We might explore how early experiences might in part shape your present-day life. Or we might be gathering the skills and tools just to get through the day. Everybody is so different, and their needs are so different; my first goal is to truly listen and get to know you.

I believe in meeting my clients where they are. My priority is creating a safe space where authentic and vulnerable collaboration can nurture positive change. I believe that while all individuals possess the ability to be healthy and happy, sometimes life events, obstacles or unhealthy patterns cause us to lose confidence in our ability to achieve our goals. The right support can elevate hope and get us back on track.

“Sometimes, you have to make a decision that will break your heart but heal your soul.” - Trent Shelton. Sometimes you just can’t. Can’t say no, can’t find motivation, can’t sit through another meeting, can’t stop worrying, can’t wear the mask and pretend to be okay, and/or can’t get out of bed. The list goes on, because at some point or another, we all feel like our struggle is too much to handle. But “trouble don’t last always” and you do not have to face your battles alone. Through a solutions focused and person centered approach, my goal is to help you nourish you.

Mental health challenges are due to the aftereffects of traumatic experiences. Trauma can place a strain on your family, work, relationships, and even cause issues with self-worth. I specialize in trauma therapy along with treating personality disorders, depression, mood disorders, anxiety, and addiction. All these disorders can look different from person to person, and that is where our therapeutic journey of empowerment and self-exploration begins. I concentrate on creating a safe space of growth and self-discovery through unconditional positive regard, emotional regulation, and guided activities.

What keeps you up at night? Anxiety? Depression? A fucked-up relationship? Or do you simply find that the world is spinning out of order? As Marshall McLuhan said, "We don't know who discovered water, but we know it wasn't a fish." The point is: it’s hard to see the whole picture when you’re in the middle of the picture. That's where therapy helps. Therapy offers you the chance to sift through your thoughts, feelings, and ideas in a safe and compassionate space. From there, a deeper consciousness and wider perspective can emerge. And with that consciousness comes the opportunity to create change.

I practice a unique combination of counseling and hypnotherapy. My therapy is based on the notion that every person has a potential to live a fulfilling life. I practice an integrated way of resolving problems by addressing them on 3 levels: emotional (resolving old fears, traumas; breaking old patterns); logical (learning new behaviors, emotional skills); and personal (defining the goals, building confidence). My therapy is very practical. The clients have an active role in their healing process. During the sessions I introduce new tools and strategies. In between the sessions clients apply and practice them.

My intention is to help you reclaim and accept the parts of yourself that you’ve learned to disown — and we all have those parts. I believe that with the right support, everyone has the ability to move toward more ease, joy, and connection. I feel strongly that boxes and assumptions have no place in the therapy room. I’m dedicated to creating a space where all aspects of your identity will be recognized and can be safely explored.Therapy isn’t one-size-fits all, and our work together will be shaped by our unique chemistry and what you bring to the table.

I strongly believe that empathy, compassion and secure relationships with yourself and others are the key to fostering a life of honesty, happiness and resilience. I believe that having support and insight when going through challenging moments can make all the difference in navigating life. If this is your goal in seeking out therapy or even if its just to nurture growth and gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your behaviors, I can assist you in doing so. I am passionate about helping others heal emotional pain, overcome personal challenges and assist them in improving relationships in their daily lives.

I work with kids, teens, and adults toward achieving balance, joy, and healing. We will collaboratively work through traumatic experiences and toward reestablishing safety. I particularly enjoy working with women on identity issues, emotional disturbance, sexual trauma, and childhood trauma. Additionally, I love working with kids and teens going through life transitions and emotional issues. I work from a feminist and social justice framework, which means that I emphasize how systemic factors influence mental health.