Domestic Abuse Therapists in Oak Park, CA
Is substance abuse an issue?
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues that span from depression and anxiety to parenting and couples counseling.In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to every client's individual need to help attain the personal growth they're striving for.
Is substance abuse an issue?
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues that span from depression and anxiety to parenting and couples counseling.In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to every client's individual need to help attain the personal growth they're striving for.
Harold Young attended graduate school at UCLA and has over 35 years’ experience as a clinician, clinical supervisor and teacher of interns. He was the Clinical Director of The Maple Counseling Center of Beverly Hills for 20 years. He works with adults and couples from an insight and relational orientation.
Harold Young attended graduate school at UCLA and has over 35 years’ experience as a clinician, clinical supervisor and teacher of interns. He was the Clinical Director of The Maple Counseling Center of Beverly Hills for 20 years. He works with adults and couples from an insight and relational orientation.
I support widowed people, work deeply with those struggling with addiction, overcoming trauma, relationships, questions about polyamory, depression or abuse.
I am not an agent of social adjustment or symptomatic melioration, but offer relief of inner pain, conflict and confusion. My core purpose is to understand and illuminate, rather than to persuade; to help you make sense of yourself, to retrieve the lost stories behind your troubles and to restore your sense of coherence and self worth.
I support widowed people, work deeply with those struggling with addiction, overcoming trauma, relationships, questions about polyamory, depression or abuse.
I am not an agent of social adjustment or symptomatic melioration, but offer relief of inner pain, conflict and confusion. My core purpose is to understand and illuminate, rather than to persuade; to help you make sense of yourself, to retrieve the lost stories behind your troubles and to restore your sense of coherence and self worth.
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Our ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families who are seeking relief from emotional distress, relationship challenges, or life transitions. Many come to us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or conflict in their most important relationships. Others simply want to grow to better understand themselves, improve communication, or create a more meaningful and connected life. What they all share is a deep desire for change and a space where they can feel genuinely supported in that process.
Our ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families who are seeking relief from emotional distress, relationship challenges, or life transitions. Many come to us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or conflict in their most important relationships. Others simply want to grow to better understand themselves, improve communication, or create a more meaningful and connected life. What they all share is a deep desire for change and a space where they can feel genuinely supported in that process.
Rachel Howard is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, a Nationally Board-Certified Art Therapist, a Registered Yoga Teacher, a Clinical Supervisor and consultant, and a Certified Focusing-Oriented Expressive Arts (FOAT) Practitioner.
She has almost a decade of experience working with children, adults, couples, and families in a therapeutic capacity. She specializes in trauma and family work. She is an integrative psychotherapist – integrating art therapy, play therapy, sand tray, mindfulness, astrology, spirituality, and more into therapy.
Rachel Howard is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, a Nationally Board-Certified Art Therapist, a Registered Yoga Teacher, a Clinical Supervisor and consultant, and a Certified Focusing-Oriented Expressive Arts (FOAT) Practitioner.
She has almost a decade of experience working with children, adults, couples, and families in a therapeutic capacity. She specializes in trauma and family work. She is an integrative psychotherapist – integrating art therapy, play therapy, sand tray, mindfulness, astrology, spirituality, and more into therapy.
You haven’t been feeling like you lately. You’re the strong one. The dependable one. The one who keeps everything — and everyone — together. But inside, you feel anxious, exhausted, and quietly overwhelmed. I work with women who are navigating pressure, expectations, and the weight of always having to “be okay.” Many of my clients come from cultures or family backgrounds where emotional needs weren’t always prioritized, including Latina and first-generation experiences. You might feel conflicted between who you were taught to be and who you want to be.
You haven’t been feeling like you lately. You’re the strong one. The dependable one. The one who keeps everything — and everyone — together. But inside, you feel anxious, exhausted, and quietly overwhelmed. I work with women who are navigating pressure, expectations, and the weight of always having to “be okay.” Many of my clients come from cultures or family backgrounds where emotional needs weren’t always prioritized, including Latina and first-generation experiences. You might feel conflicted between who you were taught to be and who you want to be.
Let us help you process any of the following; childhood trauma, Anxiety (excessive worry, insomnia, restlessness, etc.), Depression (sadness, anger, mood changes, loss of motivation, lack of interest, feeling lonely, or feeling hopeless), or abrupt changes in your life due to infidelity, child protective services, divorce, or domestic violence.
Our professional therapists are able to help you navigate difficult and emotionally painful situations. By using different techniques and a combination of treatment methods our therapists can help you identify solutions for dealing with emotional pain from your past and current challenges so that you can heal and experience a better quality of life.
Let us help you process any of the following; childhood trauma, Anxiety (excessive worry, insomnia, restlessness, etc.), Depression (sadness, anger, mood changes, loss of motivation, lack of interest, feeling lonely, or feeling hopeless), or abrupt changes in your life due to infidelity, child protective services, divorce, or domestic violence.
Our professional therapists are able to help you navigate difficult and emotionally painful situations. By using different techniques and a combination of treatment methods our therapists can help you identify solutions for dealing with emotional pain from your past and current challenges so that you can heal and experience a better quality of life.
Many of my clients are survivors of abuse.
Dr. Debra is a forensic psychologist that has devoted her professional efforts to helping men and their loved ones confront and conquer the long term effects of trauma on the male psyche. She frequently addresses issues related to the #MenToo movement, challenges masculinity stereotypes, and works to dismantle stigmas related to male trauma.
Many of my clients are survivors of abuse.
Dr. Debra is a forensic psychologist that has devoted her professional efforts to helping men and their loved ones confront and conquer the long term effects of trauma on the male psyche. She frequently addresses issues related to the #MenToo movement, challenges masculinity stereotypes, and works to dismantle stigmas related to male trauma.
I work with survivors and people who cause harm in domestic violence, human trafficking, and crime-related trauma, and individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Navigating life can be really challenging and my goal is to provide a warm, safe, judgement free, and collaborative environment to assist you navigate these challenges. In my work I recognize the importance of each individual’s intersecting identities such as race, gender identity, gender expression, culture of origin, immigration status, sexual orientation, primary language and disability. It is through the exploration and comprehension of these different parts, as well as live adversities, that we can have a more complete understanding of who we are and why we act the way we do.
I work with survivors and people who cause harm in domestic violence, human trafficking, and crime-related trauma, and individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Navigating life can be really challenging and my goal is to provide a warm, safe, judgement free, and collaborative environment to assist you navigate these challenges. In my work I recognize the importance of each individual’s intersecting identities such as race, gender identity, gender expression, culture of origin, immigration status, sexual orientation, primary language and disability. It is through the exploration and comprehension of these different parts, as well as live adversities, that we can have a more complete understanding of who we are and why we act the way we do.
Painful symptoms related to trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, or relational issues are tough to tackle by yourself.
My psychodynamic training, Jungian perspectives, my specializiation in Co-dependency and 12 Steps programs make me a more knowledgable Psychotherapist. However what makes me a more understanding, compassionate human being is my life experiences and the long term work that I have done toward my growth.
Painful symptoms related to trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, or relational issues are tough to tackle by yourself.
My psychodynamic training, Jungian perspectives, my specializiation in Co-dependency and 12 Steps programs make me a more knowledgable Psychotherapist. However what makes me a more understanding, compassionate human being is my life experiences and the long term work that I have done toward my growth.
I believe childhood experiences create the template for adult life. Early losses, separations and trauma define the choices of strategies or defenses we use as adults. Pain and suffering can be caused by these early experiences. It is my job as a therapist to join my clients in their journey of discovery of these templates and help them to gain a more fulfilled life. I provide individual, couples and family counseling services in both English and Spanish in a safe, comfortable environment. My approach is tailored to each client, to meet them on their journey of discovery to finding a more fulfilled life.
I believe childhood experiences create the template for adult life. Early losses, separations and trauma define the choices of strategies or defenses we use as adults. Pain and suffering can be caused by these early experiences. It is my job as a therapist to join my clients in their journey of discovery of these templates and help them to gain a more fulfilled life. I provide individual, couples and family counseling services in both English and Spanish in a safe, comfortable environment. My approach is tailored to each client, to meet them on their journey of discovery to finding a more fulfilled life.
Navigating through relationships is one of the most difficult things we do in our lives. Whether it's a love relationship, a family relationship or a professional relationship they are all challenging and can make life stressful at times.
Finding a therapist to help you with these challenges is not only difficult but also an additional relationship you will have in your life. I really value and respect this relationship with my clients and want to provide you with a safe and secure environment where you feel a sense of connection and understanding.
Navigating through relationships is one of the most difficult things we do in our lives. Whether it's a love relationship, a family relationship or a professional relationship they are all challenging and can make life stressful at times.
Finding a therapist to help you with these challenges is not only difficult but also an additional relationship you will have in your life. I really value and respect this relationship with my clients and want to provide you with a safe and secure environment where you feel a sense of connection and understanding.
I have worked with all age groups, individuals, couples, and families., including depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, anger management, chronic pain, fears, trauma, grief/loss, military families, personal growth, and life transitions. I utilized an array of therapeutic interventions stemming from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic-based therapy, Strength-based therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Narrative therapy.
I have worked with all age groups, individuals, couples, and families., including depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, anger management, chronic pain, fears, trauma, grief/loss, military families, personal growth, and life transitions. I utilized an array of therapeutic interventions stemming from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic-based therapy, Strength-based therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Narrative therapy.
Although I enjoy working with a diverse group of clients in my practice, I'm uniquely qualified to assist survivors of domestic violence and abuse.
Has your relationship left you feeling sad, lonely, confused, guilty, anxious or unsure of yourself? Are you looking to improve your self-esteem after a past relationship? Do you have difficulty expressing or asserting yourself, and want to develop new ways of communicating? If you're so exhausted from supporting or taking care of others that you find yourself neglecting your own needs, desires or dreams, then I invite you to reach out and begin the process of reconnecting with yourself. You may have become so focused on others, that you have no idea what you really want anymore.
Although I enjoy working with a diverse group of clients in my practice, I'm uniquely qualified to assist survivors of domestic violence and abuse.
Has your relationship left you feeling sad, lonely, confused, guilty, anxious or unsure of yourself? Are you looking to improve your self-esteem after a past relationship? Do you have difficulty expressing or asserting yourself, and want to develop new ways of communicating? If you're so exhausted from supporting or taking care of others that you find yourself neglecting your own needs, desires or dreams, then I invite you to reach out and begin the process of reconnecting with yourself. You may have become so focused on others, that you have no idea what you really want anymore.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker who received my Master’s in Social Work from California State University, Los Angeles in 2006. I work with, adolescents, adults and couples/families. I have worked in various settings, including mental health outpatient clinics, inpatient mental health, state hospitals, detention facilities and prisons.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker who received my Master’s in Social Work from California State University, Los Angeles in 2006. I work with, adolescents, adults and couples/families. I have worked in various settings, including mental health outpatient clinics, inpatient mental health, state hospitals, detention facilities and prisons.
I work with clients surviving abuse, neglect, anxiety, depression, addiction, dissociation, PTSD, C-PTSD, and relational challenges all through a gentle and trauma-informed approach.
Welcome. You may feel stuck in grief, fear, or patterns you know too well, yet can't seem to really shake. Maybe you're feeling on-edge, numb, overwhelmed, lonely, or disconnected. Perhaps the past still echoes today, leaving you longing for lasting peace and more freedom. If you’re seeking to not just understand yourself better, but be transformed at the root to move toward a life of greater agency, aliveness, and belonging, I’d be grateful to walk alongside you on this journey.
I work with clients surviving abuse, neglect, anxiety, depression, addiction, dissociation, PTSD, C-PTSD, and relational challenges all through a gentle and trauma-informed approach.
Welcome. You may feel stuck in grief, fear, or patterns you know too well, yet can't seem to really shake. Maybe you're feeling on-edge, numb, overwhelmed, lonely, or disconnected. Perhaps the past still echoes today, leaving you longing for lasting peace and more freedom. If you’re seeking to not just understand yourself better, but be transformed at the root to move toward a life of greater agency, aliveness, and belonging, I’d be grateful to walk alongside you on this journey.
Are you experiencing difficulty feeling motivated to participate in social events and/or daily activities? Is anxiety or depression making it hard to get out of bed, practice self care, spend time with family or friends? Does your mood instability make it difficult to express yourself to others and often lead to conflict? Do you feel alone most of the time? Do you worry or wonder if anything will ever change or if you’ll ever feel better? With help… you can!
Are you experiencing difficulty feeling motivated to participate in social events and/or daily activities? Is anxiety or depression making it hard to get out of bed, practice self care, spend time with family or friends? Does your mood instability make it difficult to express yourself to others and often lead to conflict? Do you feel alone most of the time? Do you worry or wonder if anything will ever change or if you’ll ever feel better? With help… you can!
Many who find their way to my practice are survivors of interpersonal abuse, spiritual abuse, systemic oppression, and/or complex trauma.
I understand how abusive relationships and oppressive systems contribute to (and often escalate) issues such as anxiety, depression, and trauma-related stress. My work is collaborative, intersectional, anti-racist, LGBTQIA+ affirming, trauma-informed, and centered on building safety and resilience—internally, externally, and relationally.
Many who find their way to my practice are survivors of interpersonal abuse, spiritual abuse, systemic oppression, and/or complex trauma.
I understand how abusive relationships and oppressive systems contribute to (and often escalate) issues such as anxiety, depression, and trauma-related stress. My work is collaborative, intersectional, anti-racist, LGBTQIA+ affirming, trauma-informed, and centered on building safety and resilience—internally, externally, and relationally.
My areas of expertise include anxiety, depressive symptoms, relational concerns, domestic violence, and trauma.
I take into consideration the client’s presenting concerns, their strengths, and their preferences when developing a plan. I then draw from years of experience in Solution-Focused, Experiential, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Person-Centered therapies to find the right treatment combination.
My areas of expertise include anxiety, depressive symptoms, relational concerns, domestic violence, and trauma.
I take into consideration the client’s presenting concerns, their strengths, and their preferences when developing a plan. I then draw from years of experience in Solution-Focused, Experiential, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Person-Centered therapies to find the right treatment combination.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in Art Therapy, harnessing creativity as a potent healing tool. I passionately believe in the therapeutic potential of all art forms for expression and healing, recognizing that verbal expression isn't always sufficient for clients. Valuing the individualized nature of healing journeys, I emphasize the importance of the therapeutic relationship and endeavors to create a safe and culturally sensitive space for my clients. In my practice, I integrate principles of hope, love, and understanding to nurture holistic healing experiences.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in Art Therapy, harnessing creativity as a potent healing tool. I passionately believe in the therapeutic potential of all art forms for expression and healing, recognizing that verbal expression isn't always sufficient for clients. Valuing the individualized nature of healing journeys, I emphasize the importance of the therapeutic relationship and endeavors to create a safe and culturally sensitive space for my clients. In my practice, I integrate principles of hope, love, and understanding to nurture holistic healing experiences.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.