Therapists in Murrieta, CA

There will be times when you don’t feel understood, supported, or truly accepted. You may often feel alone while dealing with your emotions and life’s challenges, even when surrounded by loved ones. Whether you’re faced with unexpected circumstances, find difficulty transitioning from one phase of life to another, or simply feel stuck and uncertain, the idea of dealing with it alone can be overwhelming. We all experience these feelings at one time or another, and yes, that includes our children as well.

Welcome, I look forward to meeting and working with you. Are you struggling with relationship issues, feeling nervous, stressed, overwhelmed, sad, empty, lonely, or feeling stuck? I praise you for having the courage to find support that will lead you to having a more fulfilling life. Taking the initiative to reach out is the first step into finding yourself and reducing your suffering. Life has unexpected ups and downs, reaching out for help is a strength, and the first step into enjoying more moments of happiness and finding yourself.

Life transitions can really “rock the boat” and be overwhelming to navigate alone. That’s why I’m here! I seek to partner with patients to provide reflective insight and appropriate education/support allowing space for knowledge and skills to work through your present challenges and to take into your future.

Are you finding yourself preoccupied by certain thoughts or experiences? Are you wanting to improve your life and your understanding of yourself?

Do you need support navigating through the many stages, changes and challenges of your child's development? I am passionate about supporting children, teens and families navigate through the challenges of their social/emotional development. My background in mental health and early childhood education allows me to help children and teens who struggle with anxiety, self-regulation, anger, depression, special needs, challenging behavior, self-esteem issues, and trauma. I use play therapy to help children express their needs and resolve their challenges when words are difficult. Play therapy is a child's natural way of communicating.

Are you feeling your life has has been turned upside down, the life you once knew was filled with deceit and betrayal by the person you love the most? Wondering how to heal from the devastation? You are unable to sleep, eat, focus, connect with others, and care for yourself. Perhaps you have been coping with drugs, alcohol, shopping, or food to deal with the pain that has been done to you. You are feeling your life has shattered into a million pieces and not sure where to even begin. Betrayed partners have experienced a trauma like no other and have been deeply hurt.

I would like to be of help to you if you are struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, struggling in your relationships (spouse, kids and adult children). If you have struggled with anger or outbursts, destructive behavior problems I can give you or your loved one tools to make better choices with these behaviors. If you need help with dealing with stress, pressures of life let me give you some tools to work with.

Think on this... Do you find that you are struggling with emotional issues/psychological disorders, dealing with life obstacles or performance issues, overwhelmed with the nagging and always-present stumbling blocks that affect your self-confidence and growth, have trouble navigating relationship difficulties, or you just want to figure out better ways to handle everyday stresses and take better care of yourself? Let's talk. I have extensive training and experience in working in areas of psychological disorders, relational issues, performance optimization, and other life and wellness concerns. Offices in Murrieta, Hemet, and MoVal.

Are you concerned about your child or teen? I am dedicated to assisting children and adolescents navigate issues such as mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, self-esteem, and stress. I utilize evidenced based processes of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Play Therapy to take a holistic approach to therapy. I have lots experience working alongside families to provide education and tools that support the overall well being of the family unit. My approach to therapy is warm, person-centered and non-judgmental.

Are you often wondering if there is more to life than what is in front of you? Are you feeling stuck, finding yourself preoccupied by certain thoughts or experiences? Do you want to build stronger relationships and feel more connected? Are you looking for a place where you can learn to understand yourself better? My practice focuses on helping individuals, adolescents, children, and couples create their the best life possible. Therapy with a clinical psychotherapist is one of the most powerful tools available to create transformations in one's inner and outer world.

Does your anxiety seem too big to conquer? We’ll climb that mountain with you. We help people who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, and stress by giving them tools and strategies to overcome their problems and live a better, happier life. In addition to counseling, we provide psychological testing including neuropsychological, psychological clearance, and developmental evaluations including Autism Assessments in order to ensure our clients receive the treatment and accommodations they need.

Overcome your personal obstacles and maximize your potential. Therapy can help you gain awareness and control of your emotions, build improved relationships with others, and effect positive practical changes in your life. Treatment can be brief or long-term. I offer telehealth therapy sessions available from the comfort of your home. I am currently licensed in the states of California and Montana.

I understand the apprehension in seeking therapy and counseling. I also understand the importance of obtaining therapy in a safe and non-judgmental environment. There are times when we all face a need to seek counsel and professional therapy with someone who is able to relate to your struggles. My clients are provided a safe and understanding environment; an environment where we are able to focus on "solutions". My experience includes working with children, teens and adolescents in the schools environment and in my private practice; teaching them positive coping skills to address anger management issues.

I counsel adults with depression, anxiety, trauma, panic attacks, grief reactions, adjustment issues and a variety of other mood difficulties. It is my firm belief that we work as partners to help you meet your objectives, and that you are an active participant to guide the treatment process at your own pace. I will work with you to heal current or past trauma when it immobilizes you in the present.

Hablo Español. Are you having a tough time with your adolescent? Everything you have tried just isn't working and you need something to change because your family can't keep going like this? Maybe you are an adult and you are feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed and you too need something to change. My clients are families, youth, individuals seeking relief and healing from painful circumstances, but desire to reconnect with their strengths, reclaim their voice, purpose, self worth, move toward functioning at their highest potential. Change and growth can often be difficult but you don't have to go through this alone.

By making the choice to seek self-improvement, you are one step closer to a "new" you. Maybe one that makes you feel empowered, on a positive path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life worth celebrating every day. While we can't change the past, together we can better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying personalized therapy approaches and techniques, we can explore what may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

Are you in CRISIS? Has SADNESS, ANXIETY, SHAME or ANGER robbed you of joy? Are you having trouble coping with either painful emotions or relationships? You do not have to face it alone! I offer compassionate, shame-free and practical therapy for ADULTS, COUPLES or TEENS who are wrestling with challenging individuals, situations, changes in emotions and desire change! As a former mental health therapist and active crisis counselor, I've had the privilege of counseling a wide spectrum of clientele for the past decade. My treatment preferences to counseling consist of CBT, strength based, interpersonal and solution-focused modalities.