Adults Therapists in Sawtelle, Los Angeles, CA

Therapy is a journey. As a Certified EMDR therapist, I will walk and guide you to reach your full potential. While on that journey there will be opportunities to explore undiscovered areas that may be the root of present symptoms and behaviors. I’d like to assist you to process past events, unfold current triggering stimuli, and help you adapt positively to future situations by using EMDR therapy.

We are all impacted by trauma and adversity. Big or small, negative experiences can ripple through our lives, impacting how we respond to challenges. Fortunately, our experiences do not have to define us, and we can take back control to not only heal, but thrive and grow. I understand that taking those first steps towards change takes courage. I believe in creating a safe space where we can build a therapeutic relationship founded on trust, understanding, and empathy.

You're tired of constantly feeling defeated, depleted, & like you're not doing enough. You feel as though you're stuck on this hamster wheel, we call life. Always working hard, trying to please others, but still not feeling great yourself. You're stuck in a cycle of thinking "I should be doing more", “did I do something wrong” or "what’s wrong with me." Too often we carry around challenging memories that make us feel stuck & lead us to believe something is wrong with us. We try to shake off our past, but it has a way of finding us. Finding inner-peace, fulfillment, self-love, & a sense of calm are all possible with the right support

We help children, adolescents, and adults improve their ability to regulate their emotions, target anxiety and depression, increase flexibility, bolster executive functioning, improve friendships and social relationships, and build independent living skills. Treatment is always individualized to target specific goals based on unique needs. We also offer individualized parent management training to teach parents strategies to improve their child's ability to follow directions and decrease challenging behaviors using positive behavioral supports and appropriate consequences. Additionally, we offer comprehensive diagnostic evaluations!

Thanks so much for stopping by! Maybe you’re a new or expectant parent who is struggling? Or perhaps you’d like to get support for your child who is having a hard time? I support children and adults in managing overwhelming thoughts and feelings, difficult parent-child relationships, difficult births, traumatic events, etc., in finding relief.

Why assessment? Why therapy? In both, my approach identifies barriers and builds bridges to success. Assessment may help answer: Why is my child struggling in school? How does their neurological history affect daily performance? Is my child gifted? What kind of accommodations can we get for ADHD/learning disabilities/autism? I had a diagnosis as a kid, what does that mean for me now? Therapy may address personal issues (e.g., anxiety/depression/OCD, sleep problems, living one's values) or supporting a family member with neuropsychological issues (brain injury, Alzheimer's, seizures, ADHD, LD)? Visit:www.elizabethjerisonterryphd.com

Searching for a psychotherapist can be difficult. My practice is focused on providing an empathic, compassionate, and non-judgmental therapeutic approach. I provide a warm collaborative environment respecting each person's unique history, culture, struggles, strengths, and goals. Like many people, you may feel stuck in your life and may be encountering repeated difficulties. When left untreated, anxiety, difficulties managing feelings, relationship issues, depressions, and inhibitions can significantly impact one's life. I focus on working together to help promote your growth, expand your capacity to think and feel, and learn new and more adaptive ways of coping with your life challenges.

I believe we all have the desire for growth and increasing our positive outlook on life. I want to help my clients work through past traumas and challenges affecting them still and causing them hurt and a feeling of being stuck. Therapy is an important investment you can make in your own life and own happiness with all the current stressors in life. I provide a safe space for you to express yourself, work through challenges and gain perspective into what’s needed for growth and positive change.

My experience as a therapist has taken me to diverse settings and introduced me to many different people, from small children to older adults . Along the way, I have learned that no one approach to therapy will work for everyone. Instead, I strive to establish a strong relationship with my clients by meeting them where they are. Together, we explore the unique challenges that brought them to therapy. Together, we zero in on desired therapeutic goals and lay out a fresh path towards positive change.

Thank you for viewing my profile. I believe that a genuine connection between client and therapist is a key part of the healing process. My therapeutic style is warm, authentic, and collaborative, with the hope that you feel safe and understood in our relationship.

When you're depressed, anxious or struggling in a difficult relationship being able to move through the world in an authentic way can feel almost impossible, especially when experiencing fertility and other stress related issues. I offer a safe environment to allow you to express yourself without judgment. I will work with you to understand how you are able to create a healthier, happier, more meaningful life. I have seen how the process of psychotherapy that I employ can help people change their state of being and working towards their best version of themselves as human beings.

Are you experiencing a big life transition? Have you experienced a loss? Or maybe just need a little extra support and guidance? As your therapist, I will approach challenges with an open mind and seek to meet you where you are at. My hope is for clients to walk away from sessions feeling heard and seen. I became a therapist to be able to provide a safe space for individuals to process life’s twists and turns in addition to helping clients find their inner truths. Clients like you find me to be warm, authentic and supportive.

Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!

Looking for a new therapist can be daunting, even if you've had one before. After all, the due diligence is time-consuming, and it takes vulnerability to open up about sensitive, painful, or even joyful experiences. You might have a concrete short-term dilemma that prompts you to seek consultation, or it could be something less specific, like built-up frustration or loneliness. Whatever brings you to therapy, the goal is to enhance the happiness in your life whatever the circumstances, and optimize satisfaction and a sense of dignity with which you handle problematic situations or relationships.

Telehealth Provider. People reach out to me for a variety of reasons. Some are struggling or facing a crisis, others are feeling stuck in their lives and are looking for a new way of being. In my work with adults and adolescents I help to move you toward living a more rewarding life in a place where challenges are met in a nurturing and supportive way.

Life transitions can be difficult and lead to an array of emotions ultimately impacting your mental health. Whether you are struggling with feelings of anger, sadness, stress, worry, confusion or a particular life change, it can be helpful to obtain services from a mental health professional. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 7 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in treating adolescents and adults . I am trained in multiple treatment modalities used to address issues including depression, anxiety, trauma and oppositional behaviors.