Teen Therapists in Sawtelle, Los Angeles, CA

Welcome! My name is Dr. Mina Yadegar, but you can call me Mina. I am a child, adolescent , and adult clinical psychologist practicing in Los Angeles, and providing telehealth to patients in California and Florida. I opened my practice to provide patients with compassionate evidence-based care tailored to their values and goals. Treatment is customized and can vary from weekly to multiple sessions per week. It takes courage to seek therapy, and I am dedicated to creating a warm and inviting place where you feel supported and encouraged to grow. I genuinely believe all of my patients deserve exceptional care and a chance to thrive.

Hi and welcome to my in-person or telehealth practice. Ready for a change? Are you a teen or adult feeling down, anxious, unmotivated or simply unhappy? First know that you are not alone. You have already made the first courageous step toward the positive changes you are seeking. Together we can work on getting you out of your rut to decrease stress, worry and anxiety and create a new narrative for yourself. Whether therapy is for you or your a teen in need, together we can develop healthy adaptive strategies to support you through life changes and relationships and help you connect with your authentic self.

Dr. Marcus Rodriguez is an internationally recognized expert in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). He delivers intensive evidence-based cognitive-behavioral therapies (CBTs) to help improve the lives of children, young adults and their families struggling with complex and often severe diagnostic presentations. He takes a collaborative, emotion-focused and trauma-informed approach to help his clients make meaningful and values-consistent change in their lives. He is continuously working to be a more culturally humble and competent clinician, trainer, supervisor, and researcher.

I help kids, grownups, and everyone in between find their own True Voice, so they can live the lives they deserve. Maybe your child is misbehaving at school, or your teenager is sullen and distanced, or you're in love and know you'd like to stay with this person, if you could only change a few things that really scare you. Or maybe there's an aggressive part of you that your parents didn't know how to handle, or a hurt and vulnerable side that you've always felt too ashamed to feel.

In life there is pain. Painful experiences growing up that stay inside and manifest in our everyday behavior and internal struggles. In my work, whether the person is a child, teen , young adult, parent, or woman, I aim to provide a space of compassion and safety from which to understand the world around us (relationships, school, work, friendships) and the internal world within us (thoughts, emotions, pain, discomfort). The goal in my work is to help you/your child get in touch with, tune in, and understand themselves; in particular thoughts and feelings.

I work with teens and adolescents with kids who are are struggling with a variety of mental health issues while trying to find themselves in this complex world. Many of my teen / adolescent clients struggle with issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, ODD, OCD, school anxiety, experimenting with pot and alcohol use, conflict with their families, self esteem issues, social anxiety, anger management and sexual identity issues. We talk about what's going on in their lives and I help them with DBT and CBT techniques to manage triggers so they don't act on these intense emotions to create an even more difficult situation or crisis.

Is it ever difficult to understand your child's behavior or your teen 's angst? Do they speak a language or behave in a way you find challenging? Children from infancy through adolescence can seem unmanageable at times causing parents to feel overwhelmed and powerless. Why continue struggling? If your child is having a difficult time at home, in school, or with friends, I can offer insights and recommendations as well as provide a safe space for everyone to learn respectful, meaningful communication directed toward positive change. Let me help you and your family get there together.

Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions? Have you experienced loss, trauma, or other challenges? I am here for you, to help you overcome the emotional pain of past experiences. As a teen , I myself personally experienced the devastating losses of multiple loved ones. Through my own heartbreak, emotional pain, and grief, I was even more inspired to comfort and sit with others during their most challenging times. Funny thing is: I knew I wanted to become a psychotherapist before I even know what a therapist was! I feel so lucky today to counsel clients with such diverse and different stories, backgrounds, and experiences.

These are uncertain times! You know you could use some support, that you want to feel better, maybe less anxious, so you came to this website. Congratulations on taking the first step. However, you've been scrolling the pages on this site for a while and every therapist is beginning to look the same, and every blurb sound alike. It's hard to find a therapist, especially if you don't have a personal referral from a friend or colleague. Let's talk on the phone for 10 mins to figure out what you're looking for right now, see if we're a good fit and discuss how I can help.

We specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and their families who are struggling to support the client and help them learn how to cope with the world. Wether they are dealing with anxiety, depression, substance use (experimenting or advanced), ASD, failure-to-launch or just teen angst- we pair each client with a therapeutic mentor who is close in age and relatable, who can work with the client one-on-one out in the community where they are experiencing difficulties and help them learn the tools to be successful. Regardless of what they are facing, our mentors are trained to help support clients in facing their issues.

Your child is a source of light. But perhaps you've noticed their light has dimmed recently and you feel concerned. Perhaps your teen is falling behind in school, having difficulty connecting with their friends, or experiencing confusion as they explore their gender identity. Your young child may be having anger outbursts or challenges with their behavior at home. Adjusting to the ever-changing COVID-19 lifestyle might be causing worries and changes in mood or personality. Or your child might have experienced a major stressor like divorce, a death in the family, or even a traumatic event like a car accident or an act of violence.

On the outside, you look like you have it all together. On the inside, you feel overwhelmed, pressured to be perfect, out of control, & alone. You're tired of worrying about the what ifs. What if you don't do or eat the "right" thing? What if the thing you fear most comes true? You've done everything the "right way" yet the what ifs and rules continue to change, taking up more of your life and leaving you exhausted. You want to reclaim more of your life and no longer be controlled by your feelings and worries.

Hello! I am a psychologist specializing in assessment & treatment of early childhood through adolescent -aged youth. I have particular expertise in treating childhood anxiety and behavioral disorders utilizing high-quality treatments supported by scientific evidence.

I'm a Licensed Psychotherapist and I'm here if you want to talk. My emphasis in treatment is relationship building so my clients feel comfortable and safe within the counseling session. I work with children, adolescents/teens and adults who may need a little extra support navigating social relationships, building self-esteem, navigating stress or mood changes, who who may be having trouble balancing the demands of school, work, and/or relationships. I can provide a Superbill to submit for insurance reimbursement.

I am a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT) who believes in personalized and holistic care. My experience includes treating a variety of issues such as: depression, anxiety, behavioral disorders, relational problems, relationship difficulties, bipolar disorder, trauma, psychosis, substance abuse, as well as adjustment to phase of life dynamics, and issues affecting blended families. I specialize in the treatment of adolescents, young adults, individuals and families and have provided clinical direction for several residential and intensive outpatient treatment programs.

My practice welcomes adults and adolescents facing concerns such as managing stress, dealing with loss, improving relationships, loneliness, eating and body-image issues, self-esteem, anxiety, sadness and depression. My approach to therapy emphasizes the development of a mutually respectful helping bond and integrates psychodynamic, insight-oriented, and cognitive-behavioral perspectives. I will work to help you more effectively manage distress and maximize growth and joy.

Therapy can provide a safe space for individuals to explore vulnerable dimensions of oneself and explore meaning in life’s experiences. Therapy with me is rooted in relationship. I understand that value of a trusting, authentic relationship between therapist and client, and I offer insight, support, compassion, and curiosity in a nurturing way that allows clients to examine patterns that both aid or hinder individuals’ potential for wholeness. I work from a depth-oriented, psychodynamic framework, understanding that one’s self is a manifestation of one’s whole life experiences. I provide both short and long term therapy.

Many people struggle with feelings of depression and anxiety, experience challenges in parenting, family life or relationships, have concerns about self-esteem, or worry about their own or family members’ troubling behaviors. As a highly experienced Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, these are issues that I have helped many people successfully navigate and resolve, and I welcome the opportunity to help new clients do the same. I work with adults and adolescent individuals.