Adults Therapists in Northridge, CA

You are the expert on yourself and/or your children, however, I am here to help you further explore yourself and gain the support you need. Allow me to partner with you to develop a plan to help you gain clarity, overcome barriers, and further accentuate your strengths. I have been in community mental health for over 8 years and specialize in parenting psychoeducation, working with children, adults , couples, and families. I also treat individuals with trauma, depression, anxiety, loss and grief.

Do you ever feel like things will never get better? That you will never wake up happy and satisfied with your life because of your past or current situation? Are you stuck? Do you want to get out of survivor mode and experience a life that is calm, peaceful and safe? Are you hesitant about steps you need to take so that your life feels more manageable.Have you faced losses that prevent you from seeking healthy relationships or perhaps you continue to struggle with trusting people? I am here for you. Together we will address and challenge the issues at hand to begin the process of healing, happiness, motivation, and passion for life.

For more than 15 years I have been helping individuals, couples, families, and groups overcome challenges in their lives. I currently work with adults to treat a variety of issues and special in helping those impacted by addiction. I have a master’s degree in Addiction Counseling, a credential as a Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor and am a Nationally Certified Life & Recovery coach. My approach to counseling is one of collaborating with my clients to develop their desired goals for treatment, assess their challenges and strengths and then structure a plan that works for them to achieve their goals.

My name is Tara Kesling and I have been working with many different populations for over 30 years. I have worked with individuals, families, children, seniors, and couples. I am currently offering Telemental Health Therapy services to adults . I am a good listener and able to help people redirect their life and feel better about themselves using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other clinical modalities. I have worked with the assessment process in determining the direction of care. I accept insurance through Headway.

Effective 09/2021: Not taking new clients at this time. Hello and Welcome! I work with children, adolescents, and adults in individual, family, and group therapy. I specialize in working with symptoms related to trauma, depression, and anxiety; in addition to a variety of behavioral symptoms that children and adolescents present with. Through your participation in therapy, you will be given the opportunity to explore how a variety of factors have impacted your life; and together we will find ways to process these life experiences, and learn ways to better cope that will provide you with comfort and safety.

Hello and welcome! I specialize in helping individuals experiencing depression, stress, anxiety, PTSD, trauma or just need a little guidance and direction in life! I have extensive years of experience in working with children, teens and young adults in various settings, as well as a background in child and adolescent development. I have also worked closely with the geriatric population in assisting them with accepting their past, planning for the future and finding their life's meaning. I look forward to helping you on your path in life!

Navigating relationships in today's topsy turvy world can be challenging, especially when stressors threaten your ability to prioritize yourself and connect emotionally with others. Throughout my work with adults , teens, couples and families, I like to take into account all the ways that stress may be taking a front seat in your life. I’ve worked with over 1,000 clients and am still passionate about my work and the people that I encounter every single day.

You can overcome the challenges that you face today. Whether you are challenged by depression, anxiety, relationship problems, and/or another emotional health issue; counseling, specifically cognitive behavioral therapy, can help you overcome your mental health issues and transform yourself into the person you hope to become. I, Dr. Mark Sergi, have counseled adults , couples, and elders for over 20 years; helping hundreds of persons improve their emotional health and quality of life.

Do you wonder why you have a big reaction to the small things in life? Seeking therapy, whether for the first time or the tenth time, takes courage and strength. I have heard from clients that even with cognitive insight they have remained stuck in distressing feelings/situations. I strongly believe that living coping skill to coping skill is not a viable long-term solution. Through personal experience, I have ascertained that knowledge of the root cause to a reaction or behavior is paramount to healing. I will not see you as a compilation of symptoms or a diagnosis, but rather as a person with needs that you are trying to get met.

STRESS RELIEF FOR EMERGING ADULTS , TEENS AND PARENTS. Are you a young adult unsure of your life direction or having trouble reaching your goals? Is depression or anxiety interfering with your school success in college? Are you the parent of a teen who is withdrawn, unmotivated or unhappy? My goal is to help young people resolve the emotional distractions that can interfere with school success or create challenges in relationships with family, friends or in the workplace.

(Sesiones disponibles en Español) Hello & welcome! I know how overwhelming finding the right therapist can be, so I congratulate you on taking this first big step! Therapy can be healing and empowering but starting the process can feel overwhelming and nerve-wracking. Allow me to make that process easier and comfortable for you. Together we can identify your current needs, things that are working, your strengths, and your goals. In therapy, we will also explore and develop coping strategies that will help you better manage your stress and help you feel empowered!

I welcome most clients who desire enhanced mental dispositions. I work with toddlers, teens, adults , and seniors. I promote the most positive attitude in my practice and I share all of my talents in hopes of attaining the very best results possible.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have over a decade of experience providing mental health services to children, adolescents, adults and families. I obtained my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from California State University, San Bernardino and my Master's Degree in Clinical Counseling from California Baptist University.

Kate Koch Dwyer believes in providing a safe, culturally sensitive, contained space in which clients can learn to heal emotionally through a combination of concrete skills, self-understanding, and self-compassion. She has a particular passion for working with children, families, and young adults . She is LGBTQ+ affirming. Kate has a special interest in the Internal Family Systems therapeutic approach, which welcomes all parts of ourselves and aims to access our core self’s natural ability to heal. This approach allows the client to better integrate their different parts and gives a framework to understand their defenses.

If you struggle with anxiety and want to find peace, joy, and clarity in your life, you have found the right therapist. I know the struggle of feeling on edge, over thinking, irritability, low self worth, and self doubt. Maybe you have difficulty enjoying things in the present moment because you’re constantly "on the go", your mind gets distracted or stressed. I’m more than happy to help you transform these obstacles, get to the root of the issues, and find your inner power. Therapy with me is more than just talking or venting. I’ll engage you in effective techniques and provide you the tools needed to reach your goals.

Ashley Children's Psychology Center specializes in childhood issues, including AD/HD, Asperger's, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Learning Disorders, Social Issues, Anxiety and Depression, Trauma, Divorce and Behavior Problems. We focus on helping children and teens overcome problems of behavior, mood, self-esteem, trauma, divorce and socialization. Parents learn techniques to improve their child's functioning and put harmony back in family living. Family sessions are used to improve communication, cooperation and foster closeness . Adults with ADHD are helped to function at their best while learning to manage the symptoms.

Looking for someone to help you get relief from life's stressors? When you are feeling overwhelmed by day-to-day conflicts or long-term struggles that disrupt your sense of self-confidence or direction, you do not have to face these alone. Make the call and have a conversation about what you need and what is possible in your life. Finding a compassionate clinician who will help you process and cope with core issues that seep into your relationships and existence is the next step toward regaining your life balance.

I work with adults treating a variety of life issues, barriers, feelings, and obstacles, such as: anxiety, depression, life changes or challenges, parenting, relationship issues, problems at work, first time mom, changes in career, divorce, life transitions, achieving goals, and finding motivation.