Psychodynamic Therapists in Oak Park, CA
Hello, my name is Eimy Estrada. I believe in creating a warm and supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions, gain insights and find the tools they need for personal growth and healing. It's my passion to walk alongside individuals on their unique journeys providing guidance and empowering them to live their best lives. Having experienced the transformative power of therapy firsthand, I am deeply passionate about helping others unlock their potential for growth and healing. Witnessing the positive changes in my own life and seeing loved ones thrive through therapy inspired me to dedicate myself to this field.
Hello, my name is Eimy Estrada. I believe in creating a warm and supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions, gain insights and find the tools they need for personal growth and healing. It's my passion to walk alongside individuals on their unique journeys providing guidance and empowering them to live their best lives. Having experienced the transformative power of therapy firsthand, I am deeply passionate about helping others unlock their potential for growth and healing. Witnessing the positive changes in my own life and seeing loved ones thrive through therapy inspired me to dedicate myself to this field.
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.
Grief and loss are about death, relationships, mourning what could have been, and whatever is causing you to shed the tears you are now shedding.
I’ve seen grief and loss in many forms? What is it like for you?
Life gives us the chance to explore the past, and create a better present. We hope for a present where we can thrive.
My job as a therapist is to ask you the questions that can move you forward. I use my knowledge of psychology, the enneagram, grounded spirituality, and common sense. I’m an an LGBTQIA ally. I honor your spirituality in my work.
Let’s see what can be discovered in your life journey!
Grief and loss are about death, relationships, mourning what could have been, and whatever is causing you to shed the tears you are now shedding.
I’ve seen grief and loss in many forms? What is it like for you?
Life gives us the chance to explore the past, and create a better present. We hope for a present where we can thrive.
My job as a therapist is to ask you the questions that can move you forward. I use my knowledge of psychology, the enneagram, grounded spirituality, and common sense. I’m an an LGBTQIA ally. I honor your spirituality in my work.
Let’s see what can be discovered in your life journey!
Welcome, book with me now by clicking on my website. My goal is to help clients navigate life’s challenges and alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety. I focus on relationships, past and present with others, and with self. By utilizing a number of conventional and collaborative approaches, treatment is individually tailored to fit the needs of each individual client/ family. I aim to provide a comfortable and supportive virtual atmosphere where clients can openly confront issues, learn to better manage emotions, and engage in working toward their unique goals and potentials.
Welcome, book with me now by clicking on my website. My goal is to help clients navigate life’s challenges and alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety. I focus on relationships, past and present with others, and with self. By utilizing a number of conventional and collaborative approaches, treatment is individually tailored to fit the needs of each individual client/ family. I aim to provide a comfortable and supportive virtual atmosphere where clients can openly confront issues, learn to better manage emotions, and engage in working toward their unique goals and potentials.
Feeling alone in your thoughts, like no one truly understands your inner world? I’m here to help you navigate anxiety, life changes, and overwhelming emotions with compassion and curiosity. My goal is to help you feel more connected to your inner strengths and move forward with a greater sense of grounding and empowerment.
Feeling alone in your thoughts, like no one truly understands your inner world? I’m here to help you navigate anxiety, life changes, and overwhelming emotions with compassion and curiosity. My goal is to help you feel more connected to your inner strengths and move forward with a greater sense of grounding and empowerment.
I use Strength-based, Humanistic, Mindfulness, and Psychodynamic methods to help guide you in the healing process for relief.
Hi! My name is Sara Gilbert, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I work with adults and adolescents via Telehealth and specialize in relationship issues, anxiety, grief/loss, and increasing self-empowerment. I use Strength-based, Humanistic, and Mindfulness approaches to help you to create an inner union and learn a deeper sense of freedom and joy.
I use Strength-based, Humanistic, Mindfulness, and Psychodynamic methods to help guide you in the healing process for relief.
Hi! My name is Sara Gilbert, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I work with adults and adolescents via Telehealth and specialize in relationship issues, anxiety, grief/loss, and increasing self-empowerment. I use Strength-based, Humanistic, and Mindfulness approaches to help you to create an inner union and learn a deeper sense of freedom and joy.
I provide a very conversationalist style as well as a warm, non-judgmental, and trusting environment where clients can safely explore the most vulnerable parts of themselves. In this supportive space, I work with clients to unlock their true, authentic selves, shift unhelpful behaviors, and build resilience for life's challenges. My goal is to ensure my clients feel seen, heard, and empowered in the therapeutic process. I aim to help my clients build the confidence and tools necessary to navigate life's ups and downs with strength and self-assurance.
I provide a very conversationalist style as well as a warm, non-judgmental, and trusting environment where clients can safely explore the most vulnerable parts of themselves. In this supportive space, I work with clients to unlock their true, authentic selves, shift unhelpful behaviors, and build resilience for life's challenges. My goal is to ensure my clients feel seen, heard, and empowered in the therapeutic process. I aim to help my clients build the confidence and tools necessary to navigate life's ups and downs with strength and self-assurance.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. My therapeutic philosophy is that individuals need to be a part of their own solutions. Each person is the EXPERT of their own life; not anyone else. I strive to empower clients to feel that their successes come from themselves and are the result of their own dedication and hard work. Many times therapists tend to talk about their ideal client...this seems backwards to me...why does it matter about the therapists' needs? Clients should be empowered to seek out their ideal therapist and what the therapist has to offer them individually, their family, spouse, partner, children, etc.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. My therapeutic philosophy is that individuals need to be a part of their own solutions. Each person is the EXPERT of their own life; not anyone else. I strive to empower clients to feel that their successes come from themselves and are the result of their own dedication and hard work. Many times therapists tend to talk about their ideal client...this seems backwards to me...why does it matter about the therapists' needs? Clients should be empowered to seek out their ideal therapist and what the therapist has to offer them individually, their family, spouse, partner, children, etc.
Are you tired of trying to manage anxiety/OCD symptoms with little to no relief? I am passionate about helping people get unstuck from their mental health symptoms and to be able to reach their full potential. I work with individuals aged 18 and up as well as their families when needed. I am a specialist in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and the range of different anxiety disorders as well as the struggles that come along with these disorders. I am able to assist clients in learning new strategies to manage symptoms, meet personal goals, as well as create a fulfilling identity outside of struggling with mental health.
Are you tired of trying to manage anxiety/OCD symptoms with little to no relief? I am passionate about helping people get unstuck from their mental health symptoms and to be able to reach their full potential. I work with individuals aged 18 and up as well as their families when needed. I am a specialist in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and the range of different anxiety disorders as well as the struggles that come along with these disorders. I am able to assist clients in learning new strategies to manage symptoms, meet personal goals, as well as create a fulfilling identity outside of struggling with mental health.
Hello and welcome to my page. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) I am deeply committed to supporting individuals, couples, and families through their most challenging moments. My work is grounded in empathy, gaining awareness, and a strong belief in the inherent strength and resilience of my clients. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of helping clients navigate through emotional and relational struggles, including anxiety, depression, addiction, postpartum challenges, active military and veterans suffering from PTSD, and the impacts of domestic violence.
Hello and welcome to my page. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) I am deeply committed to supporting individuals, couples, and families through their most challenging moments. My work is grounded in empathy, gaining awareness, and a strong belief in the inherent strength and resilience of my clients. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of helping clients navigate through emotional and relational struggles, including anxiety, depression, addiction, postpartum challenges, active military and veterans suffering from PTSD, and the impacts of domestic violence.
At A Place to Turn, I work with adults across all life stages who are navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, or major life transitions. Many find themselves prioritizing others while neglecting their own needs. From the outside, they may appear high-functioning and put together, but internally feel overwhelmed or not where they want to be in their lives or relationships.
At A Place to Turn, I work with adults across all life stages who are navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, or major life transitions. Many find themselves prioritizing others while neglecting their own needs. From the outside, they may appear high-functioning and put together, but internally feel overwhelmed or not where they want to be in their lives or relationships.
I utilize evidence-based modalities including: Psychodynamic, EMDR, ACT, Mindfulness and The Gottman method.
Seeking help shows how strong you already are. Your story, experiences, struggles, pain, and resiliency are welcome here. I am skilled in navigating life transitions, supporting all who are navigating postpartum, parenthood or unplanned life stressors and or challenges. Psychotherapy is a collaborative and relational process. My goal is to highlight your potential and strengths. Together we find ways to honor your journey and encourage growth. I specialize in working with individuals and couples navigating chronic illness, anxiety, depression, infidelity, trauma, grief, perinatal mental health, and relationship issues.
I utilize evidence-based modalities including: Psychodynamic, EMDR, ACT, Mindfulness and The Gottman method.
Seeking help shows how strong you already are. Your story, experiences, struggles, pain, and resiliency are welcome here. I am skilled in navigating life transitions, supporting all who are navigating postpartum, parenthood or unplanned life stressors and or challenges. Psychotherapy is a collaborative and relational process. My goal is to highlight your potential and strengths. Together we find ways to honor your journey and encourage growth. I specialize in working with individuals and couples navigating chronic illness, anxiety, depression, infidelity, trauma, grief, perinatal mental health, and relationship issues.
Do you feel disorganized, discouraged, disengaged, or distressed? Do you experience intense sadness? Have you noticed decreased memory, reduced mental agility, or diminished emotional agility in school or at work? Are you struggling to focus, attend, and concentrate? Have others commented on your increasing frustration or anger? Psychological challenges related to anxiety, depression, complex trauma, and neurodevelopmental disorders — such as AD/HD and Autism Spectrum Disorder — can significantly impair academic progress, career advancement, interpersonal relationships, and other areas of functioning.
Do you feel disorganized, discouraged, disengaged, or distressed? Do you experience intense sadness? Have you noticed decreased memory, reduced mental agility, or diminished emotional agility in school or at work? Are you struggling to focus, attend, and concentrate? Have others commented on your increasing frustration or anger? Psychological challenges related to anxiety, depression, complex trauma, and neurodevelopmental disorders — such as AD/HD and Autism Spectrum Disorder — can significantly impair academic progress, career advancement, interpersonal relationships, and other areas of functioning.
BNI Treatment Centers treats a wide range of adolescent conditions including mental health, behavioral issues, learning disabilities, and substance abuse. Our highly experienced clinical teams provide intensive treatment programming to help your teenager thrive. Call today for guidance and help.
BNI Treatment Centers treats a wide range of adolescent conditions including mental health, behavioral issues, learning disabilities, and substance abuse. Our highly experienced clinical teams provide intensive treatment programming to help your teenager thrive. Call today for guidance and help.
Hi. Come talk about what matters to you most. Together, we walk. Explore. Clarify. I’m deeply commitment to the human experience and will help you feel better. I support widowed people, work deeply with those struggling with addiction, overcoming trauma, relationships, questions about polyamory, depression or abuse. If life has lost its meaning & you’re missing adventure, intimacy, greater self-expression and passion, let’s go. If you don’t talk about it, it won’t get better. I’m supportive, alternative, warm and kind. You’ll feel comfortable, challenge thoughts and perceptions preventing you from getting out of your own way.
Hi. Come talk about what matters to you most. Together, we walk. Explore. Clarify. I’m deeply commitment to the human experience and will help you feel better. I support widowed people, work deeply with those struggling with addiction, overcoming trauma, relationships, questions about polyamory, depression or abuse. If life has lost its meaning & you’re missing adventure, intimacy, greater self-expression and passion, let’s go. If you don’t talk about it, it won’t get better. I’m supportive, alternative, warm and kind. You’ll feel comfortable, challenge thoughts and perceptions preventing you from getting out of your own way.
I use a psychodynamic and attachment focused approach to help you understand how your past shapes your present.
From the outside it looks like you have it all handled. But behind the scenes you are exhausted by anxiety, burnout, and the complexities of relationships. You are high achieving and thoughtful, yet you feel stuck in cycles of overthinking and perfectionism that leave you drained. Whether you are navigating a high pressure career or the emotional weight of infertility and postpartum, you carry a heavy mental load. You want more than just to get through the day. You want real, lasting change, stronger boundaries, and the ability to feel grounded and confident in your own life.
I use a psychodynamic and attachment focused approach to help you understand how your past shapes your present.
From the outside it looks like you have it all handled. But behind the scenes you are exhausted by anxiety, burnout, and the complexities of relationships. You are high achieving and thoughtful, yet you feel stuck in cycles of overthinking and perfectionism that leave you drained. Whether you are navigating a high pressure career or the emotional weight of infertility and postpartum, you carry a heavy mental load. You want more than just to get through the day. You want real, lasting change, stronger boundaries, and the ability to feel grounded and confident in your own life.
I am often asked, "What kind of patients do you see in your practice?" "People just like you and me", I respond. The one thing that they all have in common is their desire to connect, to be heard, to express themselves without being concerned about saying too much or too little.
I am often asked, "What kind of patients do you see in your practice?" "People just like you and me", I respond. The one thing that they all have in common is their desire to connect, to be heard, to express themselves without being concerned about saying too much or too little.
Hi, I'm Sean. I am a Licensed Therapist with over 13 years of experience working with different populations and needs. My experiences include Residential Treatment Centers, Outpatient Programs, School Settings, Teaching and also Private Practice. I have worked with individuals with adjustments to life, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, difficulty with concentration, isolation, negative self-talk, cultural differences, and different levels of cognitive distortions. We help connect to self, environment, and social supports through psychoeducation. Working with reflection, validation, and utilizing anxiety for change.
Hi, I'm Sean. I am a Licensed Therapist with over 13 years of experience working with different populations and needs. My experiences include Residential Treatment Centers, Outpatient Programs, School Settings, Teaching and also Private Practice. I have worked with individuals with adjustments to life, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, difficulty with concentration, isolation, negative self-talk, cultural differences, and different levels of cognitive distortions. We help connect to self, environment, and social supports through psychoeducation. Working with reflection, validation, and utilizing anxiety for change.
My approach blends psychodynamic, CBT, and mindfulness approaches, offering practical strategies alongside deeper insight to support lasting change.
Welcome, I’m so glad you’re here. Life can feel overwhelming, whether you’re carrying old wounds or facing new challenges. You may be searching for healthier patterns, stronger relationships, or simply a space to process and heal. I typically work with clients to address negative childhood experiences, process major life transitions, and navigate complex cultural and family dynamics. With advanced training in perinatal mental health, I’m especially passionate about supporting new and expecting parents. Together, we'll make sense of your experiences and move toward clarity, self-trust, and meaningful change.
My approach blends psychodynamic, CBT, and mindfulness approaches, offering practical strategies alongside deeper insight to support lasting change.
Welcome, I’m so glad you’re here. Life can feel overwhelming, whether you’re carrying old wounds or facing new challenges. You may be searching for healthier patterns, stronger relationships, or simply a space to process and heal. I typically work with clients to address negative childhood experiences, process major life transitions, and navigate complex cultural and family dynamics. With advanced training in perinatal mental health, I’m especially passionate about supporting new and expecting parents. Together, we'll make sense of your experiences and move toward clarity, self-trust, and meaningful change.
Although I work with children and adolescents individually, working with them alone is not sufficient. As a parent myself, I am very aware of what it is like for me to entrust my childrens' care into the hands of another. In order for treatment to be successful and for my clients to feel secure in the treatment process, I thus believe it is essential to incorporate working with parents into the treatment of the child. In addition to specializing in treating children and adolescents, I also offer services to college-aged individuals and older adults.
Although I work with children and adolescents individually, working with them alone is not sufficient. As a parent myself, I am very aware of what it is like for me to entrust my childrens' care into the hands of another. In order for treatment to be successful and for my clients to feel secure in the treatment process, I thus believe it is essential to incorporate working with parents into the treatment of the child. In addition to specializing in treating children and adolescents, I also offer services to college-aged individuals and older adults.
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Psychodynamic Therapists
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.