Out of Network Therapists in Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA

Being a queer or LGBTQ person in a heteronormative world it can make everything feel daunting & complicated. Do you find it difficult to live & express your true queer identity? Do you find yourself struggling to get through your days? Does life feel overwhelming?Depression & anxiety can take a taxing toll on your life. If you find yourself in a place where you can't see what comes next, it may be time to consider therapy and to take the steps to be the most authentic and proud version of yourself. Therapy with me can help you attain the tools you need to thrive grow and give you the space to heal. Let's take back control together.

Expansive Therapy is a bicoastal therapy practice with locations in New York City and Los Angeles. We offer online therapy to individuals and couples anywhere in New York State and California State. Our mission is to create a safe and affirming space to heal, to expand the things that are working, and to encourage personal freedom and empowerment. We have a diverse team of therapists offering a wide variety of modalities and specialties, and we match you with a provider who can meet your needs and availability.

I love the opportunity to help my clients discover and live more fulfilling lives based on their unique goals and values. Before starting therapy, my clients tend to feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, panic, anger, and hopelessness. My encouraging and positive style has helped many to move through these feelings in order to build the types of relationships, balance, and achievements they have always wanted. I enjoy working with young adults, adults, couples, and parents of young children.

I am an out-of-network provider, which means I do not bill insurance companies for my services. For additional billing information please visit my website. I offer psychotherapy for adults, and young adults, who would like to be able to cope more effectively with their emotions and life stresses, heal from difficult experiences, and improve their relationships. Whether you're struggling with depression, overwhelming stress, addiction, relationship problems, life transitions, career direction or you want to work on taking your performance to the next level, we'll work together to explore and address your concerns and challenges.

Serenity, Equanimity, Peace of Mind. Are these qualities sorely missing from your life? You are not alone. Most Westerners experience rushed living, lack of acceptance, anxious and depressed mood - what inevitably amounts to suffering. While pain is a universal experience, with practice suffering can become optional. But lack of skill, low motivation, and general haggardness of life prevent many from consistent self-care which can alleviate suffering. If this is your story, The Serenity Center was opened with you in mind. Reducing suffering to manageable levels is an achievable goal - and all you may need is a skillful guide.

Hey there! Feeling like you’re always on the go, but never quite getting anywhere? Are you constantly battling stress, burnout, and perfectionism, all while trying to keep up with the demands of daily life? You want to feel empowered to take risks, pursue your passions, and create the life you want, without being held back by self-doubt or fear. Well, take a deep breath and know that you’re not alone. I’m here to help you find your way to a happier, healthier, and more balanced life.

If you're here, something may not be working for you, and that's ok. When you're struggling, it can affect how you think, feel, and act. Emotional and mental health will also determine how you handle stress, relate to others, and affect your ability to make healthy choices. Asking for help is a sign of your strength and dedication to the life you want to build. Working together will allow you to begin building a foundation that respects and honors the importance of your mental health. We can not change the past, but together we will discover ways to reclaim your mind, body, and spirit while releasing what no longer serves you.

Life is hard. It’s a kick in the ass and I’m here to give you an ice pack. Society has taught us we should feel shame if we admit we aren't perfect and that our life is a hot mess that not even the garbage person would touch.

Behind every one of our problems lies the powerful desire for something better; a truth easily obscured when our troubles seem too much for us. My primary goal is to make therapy a safe, collaborative space in which choice and possibility reemerge in support of your preferred self.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a primary specialty in adolescent and young adult mental health, as well as extensive experience treating adults and families. As a psychologist at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, I primarily treat individuals and families with various mental health issues specific to teens, young adults transitioning to adulthood, as well as chronic medical conditions. In my private practice, I provide treatment to individuals (10+) and families that emphasizes increasing overall well-being, emotional health, and life satisfaction by strengthening coping skills, positive self-image, mood and overall daily functioning.

Every therapeutic relationship and moment in session, is expressly unique. One that is devoted exclusively to you where memories of the past stream into thoughts of the future and all is said in a protected, confidential space. Whether you are dealing with relationship or trauma issues, or seeking treatment for various symptoms, the therapists at Paragon can help you to clarify underlying feelings reveal patterns - make the unconscious conscious. In doing so, therapy can enhance a person's sense of empowerment, enrich relationship experiences, illuminate the Self.

Dr. Mystkowski (he/his/him) practices within a cognitive-behavioral framework, including mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, compassion-focused therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy, specializing in treating adults with anxiety and mood disorders and relational problems and phase of life transitions. In addition, he has training in the psychological treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), insomnia, and bipolar disorder, as well as an extensive background working with LGBTQ+ clients. Dr. Mystkowski is a Diplomate of the Academy of Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies (A-CBT), certified as a CBT therapist.

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 am a Clinical Psychologist who works with adults and couples. Within the context of a unique therapeutic relationship, you can be deeply honest and explore your thoughts, emotions, patterns, and experiences. This can help improve your self-esteem, relationships, work life, and creativity. Successful treatment hinges on the match between therapist and patient. I hope I can help you. Please call me for a free phone consultation so we can decide if I am the right person to help to you.

My passion lies in helping you find your path to increased happiness and living a life that is authentically yours. Through our conversations, you will gain deeper insight into elements in your life that might be challenging to shift. Together we will work to understand your experiences, process feelings and create inner peace and acceptance from within.

My goal is to help you achieve a full, vital, and meaningful life. As challenges occur, life becomes stressful and it can be difficult to feel balanced and in control. I believe in empowering individuals and families by using evidence-based treatments and comprehensive psychological testing within a framework of compassion and sensitivity while recognizing the uniqueness of each individual and setting. I have expertise working with children, families, and adults. I can help you address challenges you may be experiencing, better define your goals, increase your motivation, map out a plan, and guide you through achieving your goals.

The quality of the therapeutic alliance is a well-established factor for successful therapy outcomes. Part of what creates a strong therapeutic alliance is conveying to another human being that every part of that whole person is important and worthy; every part of them. Part of what builds a strong therapeutic alliance is showing the person that you can tolerate and hold their pain and suffering. I've worked extensively with individuals experiencing history of trauma, homelessness, chronic mental illness, domestic, violence, and substance abuse. I take a heartfelt and impassioned approach to the clinical work I do.

If you are looking for help with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and/or trauma, I hope to be of assistance to you. Because I utilize neurofeedback in my work, I also assist those with emotional issues relating to hormones, insomnia, tics, panic attacks, migraines, pain, ADHD, and mood swings. In addition to various treatment modalities, positive relationships help facilitate healing. A key aspect to the therapeutic process is the relationship between the client and therapist. Please feel free to contact or meet with me to see if you feel our relationship and my style of treatment is right for you.

"Time does not heal all wounds; it just gives them space to sink into the subconscious, where they continue to impact your emotions and behavior. What heals is going inward, loving yourself, accepting yourself, listening to your needs, addressing your attachments and emotional history and following your intuition" (Yung Pueblo). I partner with my clients to help them find their voice, tell their story, re-engage their strengths and cultivate new ways to stay mindful and grounded—no matter what life throws at them. I work with couples and adults suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship challenges and LGBTQI-related issues.