Family Therapy in Newbury Park, CA

It can truly be daunting trying to find a therapist that is the right fit for you or your most precious loved one(s). This is why I am deeply committed to a very nurturing experience beyond traditional therapy. I am devoted to providing each individual, couple or family with a safe space where you can begin the process of reconnecting to your most true and authentic self in a space without judgement. Where you do NOT feel like you are wasting your hard earned money and valuable time. Underneath all of the coping mechanisms, inner trauma, and difficult behavioral or emotional issues is someone who CAN thrive and feel better.

I believe that my clients are the true “experts” of themselves, and they hold the power for making change. My style is collaborative, genuine, nonjudgmental, and I empower and motivate my clients within the therapeutic process.

l work with clients over the age of 18 years old. My speciality is helping clients find ways of coping with, navigate and find solutions to many of life's difficult situations that arise during the course of adulthood and may cause overwhelming feelings of stress, depression and anxiety. Some of the problems that may be a cause for seeking counseling include low self esteem, depression, anxiety, relationship issues of all kinds being family , romantic, friendship etc.., work, career, parenting etc... My goal is to help my clients find the solutions or coping mechanism that works for them.

With over 20 years experience in the field of psychotherapy, I offer experience and expertise in several treatment modalities, and enjoy the process of collaborating with each client to find what's best for you to heal and thrive. I believe in treating clients with compassion and respect, and look forward to working with each client to find the best treatment plan for your individual needs,

As your therapist, I will provide empathy,awareness and education. I am a therapist who listens compassionately to identify keys factors that are important in understanding your life journey. I will help you develop skills and resources that will increase the quality of your life. I will assist you in exploring relationship issues in a safe, supportive atmosphere. You can heal from traumatic life events,learn to cope with anxiety or depression or process your grief and loss issues. You can learn communication skills develop your personal self-worth or learn to face life transitions with more confidence.

Everyone is different, and therefore, requires a therapist who is tailored to their individual needs. I am dedicated in helping you through challenges you may be experiencing, whether this is something new for you, or has been attached to you for some time. My down to earth personality will help you feel comfortable and generate a dialogue that will bring you through life's difficulties. As a licensed therapist, I will aid in identifying challenges, and provide feedback to work towards positive change, thus enabling you to find inner strength and peace in your life.

Too often psychotherapy focuses on causality, pathology and cures. However, rather than being "sick" or 'broken", often we are just lost inside ourselves or relationships. Everyone is a unique person with their own story, experience and perspective. The goal of therapy is to achieve a deeper awareness of where we are, to discover internal meaning for our many experiences, and to experience a life worth living. While working towards that awareness, I also feel it important to teach individuals, couples and families the skills needed to cope with the pain and day to day stressors that bring them into therapy.

I specialize in working with children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families. As a Marriage and Family Therapist and Art Therapist I utilize a variety of techniques to provide coping strategies to help with the challenges you are facing and help you reach your goals.

Feeling stuck? Depressed and anxious? With over 14 years of experience, I take the mystery out of therapy. Using a solution focused approach, I am skilled at addressing explosive behaviors, anger management, non-compliance, divorce reaction, narcissism, self-harm, impulsivity, low self-esteem, trauma, drug use, criminal behavior and family therapy . Often times positive behavior changes are visible within the first few sessions. Over 14 years' experience working with the Military, First responders and those struggling with addictions.

Everyone goes through challenging situations and rough times in life. While you may have successfully navigated through previous difficulties, it's not uncommon to have heightened problems arise where extra support and guidance is needed. As a licensed Marriage and Family therapist in Private Practice, I specialize in the treatment of adolescents, individuals, couples and families experiencing a wide range of psychological, emotional, behavioral and relational problems.

My specialities include anxiety, depression and family counseling. I offer low cost counseling on a sliding scale ranging from $40-100 per session. I work with children, adults, individuals, families and couples.

Above all, "Therapy must be useful". That means that in addition to overcoming issues related to depression, anxiety and troubled relationships, skills are developed and applied to life's challenges. These skills include increased self awareness, handling adversity and developing and applying the skills necessary to achieve a gratifying and fulfilling life. In addition to Individual, Couples, and Family sessions in the office, Video Therapy over the internet thru a HIPPA compliant platform which maintains confidentiality can be arranged.

Jennifer has worked with young children and their families for over 20 years. As a Marriage and Family Therapist Jennifer works with children who have experienced trauma as well as children who have other behavioral challenges. Jennifer teaches children and parents new skills to help process thoughts and feelings related to traumatic life events, manage and resolve distressing thoughts, feelings and behaviors and enhance safety, growth, parenting skills and family communication.

Does your life, or your families life, feel out of control? I help individuals and families, particularly those struggling with anxiety, create (or re-create) structure, balance, and boundaries back into their daily lives. My experience working with those struggling with anxiety, has shown that often unhealthy thinking has played a role in the development of the anxious thoughts or behaviors. By breaking the cycle of negative thinking, I can help individuals and families learn new behaviors to replace those that led to and aided in the anxiety.

Therapy is guided self-exploration. Often, we repeat patterns because the emotional wounds suffered as children are being replayed in our adult life. We have a subconscious fear of experiencing feelings of abandonment and this drives codependent patterns of relating. Repeated neglect of yourself to get validation from an external being is the definition of codependency. You can break this cycle of trauma bonding and devote yourself to YOU.

St. Clair Alexander is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). He came to the profession with experience in pastoral care and counseling (1984 to 2004). He suspended his pastoral ministry to complete studies in marriage and family therapy ; then earned his DPH in Families Studies (2004 to 2011). In 2006 he began a career in Marriage and family therapy working with Couples, families, and individuals.