Trauma Focused Therapists in Oceanside, CA

Whether you are struggling with sadness, finding the energy to do things in life, low self-esteem, anxiety, anger, trauma, unhealthy coping, or even masking your emotions; you are capable and you can heal. I truly believe that most people will do well when they know how to do well. It's hard to ask for help and it's hard to accept the help. We just get stuck in the quick fix, easiest option, or the least emotionally draining route. My style towards therapy is direct, relational, and authentic. I won't sugar coat things or tell you what you "want" to hear, and I hope the same from you. This is about you and for you.

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Hi, I'm Jenavieve, an LCSW with over 17 years of experience. I work with First Responders, Veterans, and adults (18-60) that have experienced traumatic events. I work best with individuals who are motivated and ready to work through and unpack their wounds, regrets, shame, hurt. I provide a safe place to connect and ensure that a trusting environment is in place before we begin to do the heavy work. If you're ready, please give me a call. My job is to help you figure out what is keeping you stuck from moving forward and living the life you want.

Life seems intense, overwhelming, or stressful right now. Fear, anger, and exhaustion are familiar emotions. Your parent/boss/spouse just doesn't get it and you don't know how to explain it to them. Perhaps you're questioning your identity, coming out to your family or to your child(ren), experiencing separation/divorce, ready to transition, or coping with loss. You want a safe place to discuss and leave behind feelings of loneliness, sadness, and confusion. You want to figure out a way to get through the week (the day!) and the next. You want relief. You want to be understood. Let's talk. Your first phone consultation is free.

Are you looking for a professional in psychotherapy who is able to meet your essential needs, provide secure environment and make you feel calmer and safer? I will help you explore, identify, understand, and vent a source of your emotional pain. Through calming, distraction and trance inducing techniques we will overcome distressing feelings, intrusive and fearful thoughts, and decrease your conscious attention. I will help you develop more serenity and better insight into your past and present mental-emotional experience. Your ultimate goal will be to instill hope, make a peace with yourself and the surrounding environment.

My wide range of experience provides me with the ability to approach many situations you may be facing with confidence and knowledge. I want to start where you are and I will respect your goals in the therapeutic process. I understand your need for confidentiality, privacy and trust. I have enjoyed providing extensive work and focusing my continued education on helping those with PTSD (to include military combat related PTSD), chronic illness, chronic pain, relationship problems, life transition issues, mood disorders, and personality disorders.

Hello! My name is Yvette Weeks, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). My therapeutic approach is centered on fostering meaningful connections, emotional well-being, and personal growth. I specialize in working with individuals, children, and families; guiding them through challenges to discover their strengths, learn new techniques, and create positive change. I typically work with individuals, families, and children/adolescents focusing on a wide range of issues, including relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, communication challenges, behavior issues, parenting challenges, and life transitions.

Welcome, I’m glad you are here! It takes courage, valor, and strength to seek support. We all need support, encouragement, and compassion to navigate through life’s journey. There are some days that it takes everything in oneself to get up and face the challenge of the day. When you are experiencing a crisis, a trauma, abuse, anxiety, stress, or depression; just being alive, breathing, and getting through daily tasks is a victory. I firmly believe in meeting you where you are in this moment without judgement, demands, or minimizing your pain, feelings or situation.

My name is Carolina Myrvold and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles County, California and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I have been a Psychotherapist in Southern California for over 20 years where I specialize in parenting and infant mental health. Via telehealth I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in helping families and individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community. I use Relational Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help individuals, parents, couples, and families find peace and wholeness in their relationships.

TELEPHONE THERAPY/COUNSELING. $120. Telephone Therapy is easy and convenient, without the hassle of driving to an office. "Many clients find it it easier to talk more openly about deeply personal issues, emotions and experiences over the phone than in person.

Hello! My name is Mariam Abdelshashed AMFT 138549. I am a bilingual English/Arabic speaking AMFT under the supervision of Roger Douglas LMFT 124878. If you ever feel lonely, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or lost please allow me to carry your burden with you. I've been working and helping people in this field for more than 7 vears until now. I have almost two bachelor degree and I finished my master in Art of marriage and family therapy 2022. I've been working with adults, couples, and families in different countries, different cultures, beliefs, backgrounds and ages. I will do my best to help you move forward.

Hi, I am Linda Gendron, LCSW. That is a fancy name for therapist. I hope to empower you to grow and empower yourself. I am person centered and like to go from your lead. We use a strength-focused approach to changing what doesn't work into what does work in our lives. I have worked with children 5+ years old, teens and adults. I have worked with LGBQI+, those in domestic or interpersonal violence issues, grief and aging issues. I believe in educating the client to what is happening in their own lives. I believe in social justice and empowering others.

My name is Dr. Roger Douglas, PsyD, LMFT 124878. I am a psychologist, licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a USMC Veteran. I offer mental health services to Individuals and Groups using evidence-based practices. The theoretical approach I utilize will depend on your presenting problems. Some of these approaches are, Cognitive Theories, Post Modern Theories, Psychodynamic Theories, Client Centered Theories, Systems.

My ideal client is ready to work on having the best life that they can have. They are willing to explore who they really are. They are ready to to live out loud. This person is willing to explore relationships, jobs, lifestyles, and habits that no longer serve them. My client is ready to look at addressing behaviors and attitudes that no longer server them. My client is willing to make a commitment to be the best version of themselves.

As a clinical psychologist, I aim to help you achieve personal growth and well-being. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), employing mindfulness and other empirically-supported approaches to help you process and manage painful emotions as well as overcome the self-defeating patterns which often arise following the experience of traumatic events. I also specialize in relational and mindfulness-based approaches to treating interpersonal difficulties, depression, anxiety, and grief and loss while helping you to manage stress, academic difficulties, self-esteem issues, and life transitions.

I don't have an ideal client. I want to met people where they are at. If you've never had therapy before, it’s important to be aware we don’t start talking about the hard stuff. It can take 2-3 sessions for someone to feel comfortable enough to tell another person what they are struggling with. Therapists cannot read minds, but have studied human patterns of thoughts, feelings & actions. No one can truly know the exact consequences a person has experienced in their life. Regardless of the reason why someone is seeking therapy, there is no judgment, no criticism…just acceptance. People can heal & grow in this type of environment.

I am a dedicated and compassionate associate marriage and family therapist specializing in complex trauma, anxiety, and depression. My passion for helping others navigate their inner struggles and find their path to healing has led me on an inspiring journey in the field of mental health. With a deep understanding of the human psyche and the complexities of trauma, I strive to create a safe and empathetic space for my clients to explore their emotions and experiences.

I am a Catholic therapist who helps INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, and FAMILIES in pain to experience deep personal and relational healing by using the top faith- and evidence-based treatments so that they can love with more peace, holiness, and joy. I help INDIVIDUALS: (1) Restore peace through deep healing and resolve various internal problems (Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Post-traumatic stress, OCD, Bipolar disorder, & Poor concentration/organization), (2) Overcome relational challenges like: *Recovering from betrayals due to affairs, addiction, or abuse/neglect, *Overcoming co-dependent/enabling tendencies, *Making better relational choices, & *Dealing better with difficult people.