Couples Counseling Therapists in Glendale, Los Angeles, CA

Many of the feelings, wishes, and concerns that motivate our thinking and behavior are housed in the furthest corners of the psyche, away from awareness. It is no wonder that changing long-standing patterns, even if we know how beneficial this change can be, presents a challenge. As a therapist, I help explore the origin and function of the rigid internal mechanisms that inhibit personal growth. Together, we will uncover past experiences and hidden motivations, trace their impact on the present, and explore ways to move beyond the symptoms and limitations, towards integration and fulfillment.

I work with a variety of individuals in a collaborative and creative manner to find new language and meaning in clients' lives. In a respectful, compassionate and often times lighthearted manner, I aim to find strengths and supports to weave new narratives. I find that individuals and couples that are truly willing to do the work in our sessions, and most importantly, in their daily lives get the most out of therapy. I work best with folks who can clearly articulate and work towards their therapeutic hopes/goals.

I hold the fundamental belief that a compassionate, reflective and authentically direct therapeutic relationship can help you explore and express the parts of yourself necessary to grow and heal. This can be true for particularly trying periods of life, for emotional health maintenance, or for persistent challenges. I work from a psychodynamic, attachment-focused lens, and utilize a holistic but grounded approach to clarify and address the key memories, limiting beliefs, thoughts and feelings that are at the root cause of distress or discomfort.

The stories we tell about ourselves can be complicated. Often times, how we see ourselves is based on how others see us, on societal expectations, or assumptions rooted in the past. I work with clients to help engage curiosity and exploration, detangling behaviors and feelings that get in the way of the life and relationships they desire. I believe the problems we face can actually serve as an important catalyst for achieving the things we value most in our lives. In session, we will work together to create new meaning, generating change when needed and exploring what all is possible.

While I enjoy working with clients from all fields, I specialize in treating creative professionals and artists. I bring to my work a background in the entertainment industry; I understand what it takes to cope with the pressures and anxieties of navigating a career in show business. As a creative, you may be building your career or considering a complete career shift. Regardless of where you are now, the unknowns of where you'll end up next can be anxiety-provoking. We'll work together to explore your inner and outer worlds to understand the patterns that may be aiding or delaying the outcomes you desire for your life.

I am passionate about helping people live the life they want, and bring my values of honesty, kindness, humor, compassion and "keeping it real" to my practice. Therapy can inspire change, create greater self-awareness and improve the quality of one's life and relationships. I provide a comfortable and collaborative environment in which you can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling and being. My aim is to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of problems, provide strategies to help you cope and empower you to trust your inner voice and live each day authentically.

Yes, I am accepting new clients and available for TELEHEALTH! Have you lost your passion and creativity? Do you feel stuck in your job or career path? Are you highly sensitive, feel overwhelmed or burned-out? Are your relationships suffering? I can help you transform your pain into feeling empowered, and use your gifts to fuel your relationships. I help you revive, focus, and succeed to bring your life and relationships to the highest potential. I bring 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist, specializing in treating couples , anxiety, PTSD, relationships/break-ups, life-purpose, creativity, grief/loss, and self-esteem building.

At Center for Behavior Medicine, patients receive the benefits of a 
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and Psychological practitioners into one, unified center. For over 
30 years, Center for Behavior Medicine has been servicing the LA 
County community, and now also services Orange County 
with our Yorba Linda office. At Center for Behavior Medicine, we cultivate a well rounded, multi-
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Do you find yourself facing the same issues over and over again? Do you contemplate your options endlessly but feel unable to make a decision? Do you feel stuck? You're not alone. I believe we all have the capacity to work through our challenges, but sometimes our emotions become too intense, inhibiting us from seeing clearly. Thus, I provide a safe place for clients to explore new perspectives, and together we look at new possibilities and solutions.

Do you yearn for a better, happier life, but feel weighed down by stress, anxiety, or sadness? Do difficult thoughts and feelings prevent you from doing the things you need to do? You aren’t alone - it is so easy to become caught in a cycle of worry, depression, and negative self-talk, especially in these uncertain times. Along with the stressors that come up in our daily lives, other things can affect how we feel and function, including our upbringing, a relentless inner critic, feeling disconnected from what brings us happiness, and painful past experiences.

Hey there, I’m Ginny a first-generation Filipinx/a/o American, survivor, queer asexual, woman of color. Being a woman of color, I felt that I could never measure up to eurocentric beauty standards, nor did I fit the stereotype of being an intelligent Asian. This made me think that I wasn’t good enough. As a survivor, I know the pain, shock, and fear from the trauma and the isolation that comes with it. I have a deep understanding of the suffering that comes with not being accepted as a member of multiple marginalized communities. Through the help of my therapist, I learned how to accept myself — to be witnessed, heard, and held.

Are you seeking to live more authentically? Would you like to have breakthroughs on habitual patterns, gain deeper spiritual connections and heal from past wounds so you can live more joyfully? I currently run a community called The LIT Seekers, a community for experiential therapists, spirit seekers, meaning makers, healers and coaches. This community enjoys & studies Illuminated Healing (LIT) Methods: the integration of embodiment, shadow/light work (IFS), and working with guides. These somatic practices lead to powerful life-changing transformations for both clinicians and clients.

In a society with high standards, caregiving challenges, and demanding work environments, it is easy to forget about our own well-being. It can even appear more convenient to put our mental health on the back-burner, but if we disregard self-care it can lead to a burnout. Burnout can lead to mental exhaustion, cynicism, detachment, and depression. Furthermore, when we are burnt out, the light we shine on and for others is diminished. I can assist and support you in working through hardships that may cause you frustration, have you in a burnout state, and/or make it difficult for you to manage daily tasks.

How does your need for certainty play out? Does it force you to try to predict? Does it persuade you to declare things that you don't actually know? Perhaps the need for certainty is powerful enough to rob you of genuine moments with loved ones or with yourself. Research finds that people who take risks (those who step into the unknown) are happier than those who merely reach for reward or gratification. Why? Because healthy risk-taking has rewards sewn into the experience when we authentically try. It builds skills in self-advocacy, self-love and self-worth.

My approach is gentle yet direct; emphasizing authenticity, empathy and humor (when appropriate) within a safe and relaxed environment . I incorporate the principles of mindfulness and self-compassion in confronting issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and patterns of negative thinking. I believe that you enter therapy already equipped for personal transformation. My role is to nurture the emergence of your highest self, and provide support as you begin to trust your innate ability to heal old wounds and discover deep fulfillment. We will work towards embracing imperfection as part of the human experience, and acceptance as the antidote to suffering.

I help creative people manage anxiety and heal from trauma. You've worked hard and have come a long way. On the outside everything seems fine, but on the inside there's the worry, the tension, the self-doubt, and the old hurts. You’re not sure where to start, but what you do know is that something has to change. You want to heal your wounds, change repeated patterns, and feel more grounded and calm. Therapy can help. My experience includes working with difficult childhoods/difficult pasts, multicultural, LGBTQ+, and spiritual issues.

Seeking therapy can feel daunting. Even when we know something has to change, it can feel more comfortable to stick with old habits. Clients are often surprised to hear me say - we keep "bad" habits for good reasons. We develop predictable patterns to feel safe when we lack outside supports to help us feel grounded, connected, accomplished, or hopeful. I support clients to increase their awareness of their own patterns, perceptions, reactions, learned behaviors, and true desires, so they have more choice in how they respond to people and situations and can take steps to build better relationships and more fulfilling lives.