"During my 10 years as a Psychotherapist, I have provided counseling to those challenged by: relationship issues, life transitions (marriage/domestic partnership, divorce, birth of a child, college/career changes, recent move /"culture-shock", death or loss of a loved one, etc.), depression, bi-polar disorder, anxiety, trauma, abuse, substance abuse, addiction, eating disorders, self-harming behaviors, OCD, and ADD/ADHD. I have seen that these struggles greatly affect people's ability to thrive. My goal is to enable my clients, either as individuals or within their relationships, to make positive changes in their lives."

"Many of us, as individuals and in relationships, have become stuck in patterns that make us feel like our life is just not working and we don't know why. Through use of a safe, supportive therapeutic environment, we find ways together to create a life that makes sense and functions with satisfaction and freedom. My hope for every individual or couple that I work with, is that the development of a stronger and freer sense of self will result in a wider range of choices that will lead to a more meaningful and fulfilling life and more satisfying relationships."

"***ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS FOR AFTERNOON/EVENING APPTS*** Who needs therapy? We all do! I believe we can all benefit from an hour a week dedicated to introspection, healing, and increased self-understanding in a warm, nonjudgmental environment where we feel safe and supported. You may be struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or hopelessness over a loss of control over your life, relationships, or an increasingly scary world. Or maybe you're just feeling "stuck" in old, unproductive patterns and need encouragement, accountability, and the motivation to improve your relationships and create the life you desire. Whatever brings you to therapy, my only goal is to support you and your growth, healing, and fulfillment. I work with male and female adults, couples, "ever-singles," and older adolescents (16+)."

"Sometimes life can be difficult and we can get stuck in ways that keep us from achieving our full potential. Many people stay too long in a place of unhappiness and despair. If you are anxious, depressed, grieving, have difficulties at work, have been thru a traumatic experience or just feel stuck and hopeless, you need someone to understand you and provide the professional support and expertise to help you feel good again. I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals, children and families of various backgrounds."

"The decision to find a therapist for your child or adolescent is fraught with anxiety. Parents are taking a risk in choosing to share their children and their vulnerabilities with me. In my work I have the utmost respect for this decision and appreciate how challenging it is. So often you worry about what you did wrong or feel powerless to help. You may feel like you've tried everything or that you've failed. You may blame yourself or feel like you are failing your child in some way, or like you just need someone who can help."

"You're not exactly sure why, but sometimes you feel alone even when there are other people around. It's overwhelming navigating through shame and trying to find self-acceptance. Maybe you are feeling as if you don't know exactly who you are and are having difficulties with your relationships. Or maybe that you lose yourself in some relationships. Either way, you feel an emptiness that seems like no one else will understand. Despite not knowing exactly how to shake this feeling, you know that it's time for a change."

"Is life passing you by? Are you tired of feeling down? Has fear prevented you from going forward? If this sounds like you, I understand and have helped others to make changes and have satisfaction back into their lives. My experience and training has allowed me to help others build confidence, mend broken relationships, and overcome obstacles."

"Where the healing begins...takes personal courage. Often times, it is not easy to ask for help because our fears of being judged. No longer do you have to suffer alone or in silence from: trauma, addictions, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, divorce or relationship difficulties. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience who will compassionately and effectively assist you through the counseling process. The "RDH factor" of being able to Reveal, Deal, and Heal will provide empowerment. Working with clients to find relief and make changes towards freedom in making decisions and choices is a passion of mine."

"We all face difficult issues and need someone to help us through these challenging times. Struggling with a relationship, anxiety, depression, bipolar, addiction, substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, work/school issues, life changes, marital, domestic and family issues or any other issues we are here to help you. 12-Step meetings may not be enough to overcome the underlying issues that lead to substance use and other disorders. If you're looking for extra support and guidance, we look forward to helping you achieve your goals. We offer a safe and supportive environment with an empathic therapist who understands. "

"Does life just feel off? Is something wrong but you can't figure out how to fix it? Over time, life stressors build up leaving us feeling anxious, depressed and angry. We cope by overeating, overexercising, overworking, arguing with the ones we love and fighting with ourselves. Whether it's one or all of these things, it is too much to handle on your own and I want to help you lighten the load."

"I provide a safe, empathic and supportive environment as we work together to improve the quality of your life. My experience includes but is not limited to encouraging clients who are: struggling with difficult relationships, challenged by anxiety and/or depression, suffering from trauma (including sexual abuse), grieving the loss of a loved one, working through divorce and/or blended family issues, and seeking parenting strategies. I also have experience facilitating general, parenting and sexual abuse support groups. "Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we will ever do." Brené Brown"

"I am here to help you change your life! I provide an empathetic, non-judgemental and caring therapeutic approach. My goal is to help you reduce symptoms and gain positive change. Are you feeling anxious, sad, lonely, and struggle with loss of motivation? Are you having boundary issues, relationship issues, work problems, gender identity, culture issues, and/or immigration struggles. I am passionate about working with my clients to meet their goals. Every case is unique and requires a special therapeutic approach. I tailor my approach to your specific needs. "

"It has been my passion to help people improve their health and well being for over 30 years. I started my career as a Dietitian/Nutritionist, helping people improve their health through nutrition counseling and behavior change. I soon discovered that it takes more than knowledge and good intention to change long held habits, beliefs and behaviors. Childhood trauma, poor self esteem, unhealthy attachments, faulty thinking and dysfunctional relationships all impact our ability to value ourselves and to live a healthy and fullfilling life. I became a psychotherapist to more fully address the whole person - heart, mind and body."

"NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS Are you on your last leg? Do you feel stuck in life or your relationship? Good thing you found me. We can all benefit from one hour of increased self awareness and self observation. You might be having a tough time with your relationship, anxiety, trauma, or depression and I can help you overcome all of them. Or maybe you just need to figure out which way is up. Any reason that brings you into therapy is a reason you can have a better life. "

"Depression, anxiety, fear or feelings of helplessness can overwhelm you at different times in your life. When these feelings interfere with your daily life, you need to talk to a therapist. As an experienced and licensed therapist since 2001, I will help you to deal with these issues and re-discover your path to happiness."

"We are all looking to live a happy and fulfilled life! But, often, challenges come our way that prevent us from getting there. Life challenges have a way of forcing us to steer away from being happy. We start to look inward and question who we truly are. But when life challenges invite us to look inward, we can either face it or try to escape from it. However, there are many paths that we can take to reroute ourselves back to the right path, and Psychotherapy is one of those paths. We at Stillpoint Counseling Associates would like to help you get there."

"My passion is to help those who feel weary and lost. It is difficult to be present and live a fulfilling life when the chains of past events hold us back. As hard as we run and distract ourselves, we also run away from our sense of self. Avoiding pain can grow into unhealthy behaviors and addiction. My intention is to help build a foundation for a meaningful life. Core pieces of the foundation include insight, communication, emotions, and connection. These pieces are vital to maintaining healthy relationships and attaining the love we want. Other important areas to consider are cultural identity, spirituality, and our past."

"I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist who also uses some experiential interventions to facilitate and create lasting change in your life and your relationships to better connect you to the people that matter most and help you feel your best. I work with a wide range of age groups and treat mood disorders (i.e. depression or bipolar) as well as anxiety, issues of self harm, substance use or abuse, self-esteem, relationship conflict, mental concerns related to chronic pain and illness, and other issues that come up in life."

"In today's world of hectic schedules and laborious meetings, we often forget about our own needs and desires. This lack of insight often can lead to dissatisfaction with our lives, relationships and careers. This can also be true with the people and families we love. For years now, my doors in Placentia, California have been open to help those who have seemed to lose their way or those who are overburdened in today's never ending rat race. With several years of combined therapy experiences, from several different disciplines, Stillpoint Counseling Associates can serve you."