Therapists in Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA

In life, people are sometimes feeling stuck, frustrated, or overwhelmed as a result of current life stressors or have been living with long-standing issues. I have often observed that many people don’t remember their inner resources or feel they never have any inner wisdom when they are in challenging situations. I believe that therapeutic process could help people remember their innate resources such as strengths, wisdom, positive emotions, etc.I will support people in improving their lives by gaining personal insights, making healthier choices in difficult times, and allowing for positive change to occur in their lives.

I believe there is a natural tendency toward growth, a desire to be more of ourselves and to enjoy the things we do. For many, that curiosity and vitality has been restricted or shut down. This may lead to feeling depressed, like nothing will change for you. Or anxious, it will only get worse. Or perhaps you sense things could be different and are frustrated, not knowing how to access that new way of being. Psychotherapy is a process through which you can understand how these feelings have come about and how to access your natural tendency toward wellness.

Welcome! I'm Dr. Mekeisha Buffaloe, Psy.D, founder and owner of Synergy Consulting and Psychological Services, Inc. As a highly experienced psychologist, I am committed to guiding individuals on their path to personal growth and emotional well-being. With over a decade of clinical experience, I have helped countless clients overcome challenges and achieve lasting positive change. As a compassionate and dedicated professional, I am here to support you in maximizing your growth, fulfillment, and overall mental health.

Hi! I'm William, and I help parents work on the hard stuff so they can be the parents they want to be. I provide parents a space dedicated to their parenthood. Whether you are a new parent, realizing you are like your parent, want a better relationship with your child, want to work through anger and resentment or just want to figure some things out - I am here to help you be the parent you want to be.

Book your free initial consultation on my website! Having both degrees in medicine and psychology helped me to create a holistic approach which incorporates science, soul, and body. During our work together I will gently guide you towards the goals you want to achieve as well as explore and release all the difficulties you have on the way. My mission is to show my clients that everything they want is possible and there is always a way to feel happy and satisfied with your life. It is true that sometimes we go through a lot of challenges that can make us feel hopeless or desperate, and we think it is impossible to get better.

We all have ideals-- how we think we should feel, how we feel we should think, how we want others to behave towards us, how we want our life to unfold. When reality doesn’t match our ideals, it can bring confusion, frustration, even despair. We may feel trapped between our ideals and reality, leading us to believe we are spinning in circles. I see the therapeutic process as one that allows for an exploration of these ideals and an opportunity to understand how they play a role in one’s relationship with self and with others. My hope is that, through this process, you will find a deeper clarity of your values, wants, and needs.

Our goal is to provide a safe place for all who may be experiencing challenges due to trauma, family, work, or life. At Healing Counseling Center, Inc we strive to promote wholeness by healing one person or family at a time by developing inner strength through self-expression.

Taking the first step to walk through your journey to healing can be difficult. My goal is to walk the path with you, hand in hand and provide the support you need to get to the other side.

When I was younger, I didn’t know how to communicate my feelings and felt frustrated by potential mischaracterization. After I had my first child, I had a difficult time navigating through postpartum depression. I started asking questions and researching mental health while finding virtual support groups. Through this process, I realized that I had s never been alone in my personal issues. When I was pregnant with my second child, I went back to school for social work to become a mental health professional to serve people in my community to help navigate through anxiety, depression, grief, and intergenerational traumas.

Starting and staying in therapy can be intimidating! It doesn’t have to be that way. I enjoy using humor and just being a fellow human with my clients while we navigate the path of mental health together. Having a session with me is like talking to an old friend. I strongly believe that the connection between the therapist and yourself is the most crucial aspect of a successful therapeutic relationship. I treat adults 18 and over in our lovely state of California via telehealth (video) who are dealing with anxiety, boundary issues and difficult relationship and family dynamics along with career strategizing and coaching.

My name is Susan K Madson and I am a LCSW. I specialize in depression, anxiety, anger issues, identify coping skills, build relationship skills, identify client strengths, teach meditation, grounding, and relaxation techniques, reduce trauma response by teaching self regulation skills and other mental health treatment techniques to stabilize emotional and behavioral functioning. Further, specialties include addiction issues, grief work and couples therapy. The client's that I am most comfortable treating are ages 18-65. Most of my experience is with mental health and substance abuse disorders.

The longest relationship you’ve ever had is the one you have with yourself. Understanding who you are to your core is life’s greatest adventure. Identity and expression of that identity is what makes you, YOU.
 Many people have never had the chance to dissect their desires and learn about their authentic selves. You may not be happy with the way you feel about your body, your gender or identity expression, or maybe you feel inexperienced and nervous about the topic of sexuality; There is room for all of these feelings to be explored. Sexuality is a spectrum, and all of the colors of the wheel are welcome and deserve therapy.

To change or not to change? One of the most frustratingly human experiences in life is wanting to change for the better only to find yourself repeating the same ineffective patterns and mistakes. This is where counseling can come into play. By understanding your own motivations and the internal barriers getting in the way of change, you can develop new strategies to know yourself better and develop tools to handle the challenges and stressors of life. My practice is client-centered, strength-based, motivational, and grounded in cognitive behavioral ideas.

Hola hola! Thank you for being here and prioritizing your well being. You might be grappling with different challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or significant life transitions. You may need a space to process, coping strategies, enhancing self-esteem, and improving relationships. I am here to provide you with all of that - and whatever else you need! I want to get to know all of my clients as individuals so I can support them the best way I can.

I enjoy working collaboratively with clients using Narrative therapy to help YOU become the AUTHOR of your own story. I support my clients in holding the pen to change their narrative and break free from any stories that no longer serve them. I enjoy international travel and learning about various cultural customs! This gives me a unique perspective to meet client's at the core of who they are. I invite clients to teach me about their world view and unique cultural experiences so I can best serve them.

Are you stressed, overwhelmed? Do you feel alone and sad? Are you both tired of dealing with the same issues over and over again? One of you has a foot out of the door? do you want to give your relationship one more try? Have you experienced a loss? is life changing too fast, too slow? I would be happy to help you achieve your goals and improve the impact that the hurt, generational trauma, negative relationship patterns have been showing up in your life.

I am passionate about working with individuals to overcome any obstacles, life experiences, and transitions that may be affecting their self-growth. I bring a combination of transparency and gentleness together. My approach is optimistic, realistic, insightful, pleasant, empathetic, and non-judgmental. I am here to both support and challenge you while providing a comfortable and safe space for you to heal and rediscover yourself. I found my passion in learning how to promote the importance of mental health and break the stigma of mental health within the community.

I have been in practice for 10 years and have experience with a very wide variety of populations and mental health issues clients have had. Most of my experience is with youth of all ages and their families but I also meet with adult individuals and couples as well. My main goal and philosophy are to be a compassionate support person who is family centered, strength-based, implement helpful interventions all in order to validate as well as support you through your individualized challenges and reach your future goals.

Looking for a therapist to meet your particular needs can be a complex process. How do you trust someone with your concerns and issues? No one has all the answers. What I have developed over the years are the compassion, skills, approaches and persistence to help you tailor goals and create plans for your situation. Let's work together to make your life more hopeful, fulfilling and happy. I have spent much of my career working with individuals and adolescents in transition and can help you achieve the same success. I offer my services to residents of California by Tele-behavioral Health and in person in Beaverton, Oregon.