Cognitive Processing (CPT) Therapists in Paradise, CA

Using a multicultural perspective, I focus on understanding you as a whole person to inform and tailor a guided treatment plan that comprehensively addresses your concerns. My gentle, compassionate, curious approach fosters discovery and insights into how you perceive yourself, others, and the world and use these to be effective and successful throughout life's ups, downs, and in-betweens. I practice evidence-based therapies, which means treatments that are proven to work and improve your symptoms and whole mental health and wellness.

Mark Anthony Acuna is a licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT 78330) with over 20 years of clinical experience. He specializes in working with clients dealing with PTSD, substance abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, autism, and grief and loss, as well as clients working on building their self-esteem. Mark is engaging and thoughtful in his treatment methodology; employing a client-centered therapy approach, which highlights the strengths of his clients in order to facilitate a smoother therapeutic healing process.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with adults, couples, teens and families. I received my Bachelor’s degree in 2002 from the University of California, Davis and earned a Masters degree in 2006 from Sacramento State. My therapy approach is to meet my clients exactly where they are in their present struggle offering support, guidance and understanding that is free from judgement and criticism. My practice is influenced by a variety of therapeutic techniques that focus primarily on the relationship I have with each client. I am a genuine person who brings hope, growth and life back into the lives of my clients.

Albert Einstein once said; "Out of clutter, find simplicity, from discord, find harmony, in the middle of difficulty lies opportunity." I strongly believe that no matter if we are trying to navigate through depression, anxiety, PTSD, or any other issues that cause clutter, discord and/or difficulty in our lives, it can be simplified, we can be harmonized, and it can provide opportunities to live our best lives by managing our struggles in a way that allow us to rediscover who we are, our strengths, our abilities, and to regain our independence without our struggles dominating our lives, and our relationships.

Welcome to a place for self-discovery and exploration. As a team, we work together to delve into areas you'd like to explore, understand, and work through.

I have worked with a variety of clients within different ages and stages of their life. I believe that the therapeutic process should be individually curtailed to each specific client. Every client processes information and sees the world differently. These are the factors at the forefront of my mind when I am considering interventions for clients. I enjoy standing beside my clients on their journey while helping, supporting, and encouraging them to reach their therapeutic goals.

My primary purpose is to help my clients the way I have been helped on my own healing journey. The empathy, compassion, & unconditional positive regard I feel toward my clients allows us to build a foundation of rapport & trust very easily! I feel a passionate calling to work with clients whose issues mirror the struggles & challenges that I, too, have overcome. I also see myself as a protector of children, including our inner children, to help them stay safe, feel loved and protected, and heal their wounds. Do you desire health, peace, prosperity, joy, abundance, freedom, happiness, and serenity? We can work toward all of this 4 U!

We provide a full spectrum of services for mental health concerns in order to be of service to the community. We are goal/plan oriented to assist patients in overcoming obstacles in their lives. We very much provide an eclectic approach that is often inclusive of a variety of theories/treatments in order to meet the needs of each patient .

You have always followed the norm to not stand out. You feel safe when you are in the background and blending in. Judgement and criticism have always been a part of your life. You are struggling with feelings of guilt and shame, and it has impeded you in living a life of authenticity- who you are at your core, but the fear of people leaving stops you. This fear has caused you to have your boundaries tested and crossed- leading you to bottle up your emotions for self-preservation. There has not been a time where you have not felt fear, anxiety, overwhelm, and stress.

Are you ready to start getting past your trauma and PTSD? Not sure where to start? I am here to help. If you struggle with sleep, dreams of being back there, are unable to get your brain to shut down and relax, and have feelings of shame, guilt, anger, and numbness, difficulty trusting.…you were not prepared for this. Images of that thing, those people, or that feeling pop into your head. They may teach you how to do your job, but not how to deal with the fallout. You can be ok when you are with others who understand, but when you have to go home you may feel like you are alone or are not good enough for your family.

Hello, and welcome to this phase of your journey! If you’re struggling with your emotions, experiencing relationship challenges or abuse, feeling the effects of parenting in difficult circumstances, or feeling distressed by traumatic events that have happened in your life, I can help. I specialize in perinatal mental health and mood disorders, LGBTQIA2S+ related issues, challenges related to intimate partner relationships, identifying, navigating, and recovering from abuse, and healing from traumatic experiences.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience working with trauma in youth and young adults as well as depression, anxiety, anger, school issues, and racial/ethnic issues. I also have experience working with adults and elderly around life transitions and grief/loss.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 10 years of experience in my field. I have mostly worked with clients in Southern California, but my formal training started in Mexico City. I have worked with clients with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, internet addictions, and coming-of-age difficulties.

Hi there, I'm Daniel (Dan)! I have experience working with many different populations. From the most impoverished to the most successful. One common theme among people is how our emotions can affect our behavior in unpredictable ways. Most people already know the answers to their problems. By talking about themselves in a safe environment, and with appropriate feedback and questions, they start to solve their own problems.

Do you feel depressed or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you develop an action plan for meaningful changes. My approach to therapy is relational and person-centered. I will work alongside you in a warm and understanding environment where you can explore your emotions and find better ways to deal with the stressors in your life.

Psychotherapy is one of the best ways to live an examined life, opening doors to a deeper understanding of yourself and to a new way of being in the world. Mindfully tending to your psychological space, each of our sessions will focus on exploring practical answers to everyday problems, resolving fears and uncertainties, improving your life, and discovering how the psyche responds inwardly to overwhelming life events or when life-shattering events destroy outer meaning altogether. Even unavoidable and unpleasant experiences can be a source of psychological freedom.

Hello, my name is Dino Petruzzi and I am a LMFT Licensed in California. I have been a therapist for the past 7 years. My approach to therapy is to be compassionate and non-judgmental with my clients. My focus is on the client and what they need to get out of each session. I would describe my theoretical approach as a cross between humanistic and compassionate inquiry where both the individual and therapist unveil the level of consciousness, mental climate, hidden assumptions, implicit memories, and body states that form the real message that words both express and conceal.

I am committed to providing a safe and protected space for you. My approach to therapy combines warmth, compassion and insight with practical problem solving. Therapy can be a powerful step toward solving problems and healing emotional wounds.I believe the best therapy is individualized to the client and that all people are resilient, with the inner strength necessary to grow and heal. I have several years of experience working with individuals. I combine insight, depth, and humanistic approaches to therapy and utilize dream work, as a way of looking deeper. I look forward to talking with you.