Compassion Focused Therapists in Playa Vista, CA

IT TAKES COURAGE to reach out for support and guidance when we feel lost, distressed, confused or uncertain. My goal is to meet you - in whatever emotional state you find yourself - with empathy and acceptance, and provide a safe, caring and consistent therapeutic relationship in which we collaborate on identifying and moving toward the CHANGES AND GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES that matter most to you. I have worked with clients since 2010, tailoring the counseling experience to each individual or couple's unique strengths and needs and drawing from a wide range of psychological theories and healing modalities. My approach is also informed by my PERSONAL EXPERIENCE being treated for major depression and anxiety. NO EMOTIONAL CHALLENGE IS TOO BIG TO WORK ON, and it would be my privilege to accompany you on your journey toward a healthier, more satisfying life.

I believe therapy is about connection. Therapy is based on the connection with your therapist to create a meaningful, supportive space to explore your most vulnerable emotions. Therapy can help you strengthen your connection with the people in your life in a positive and hopeful way. And most of all, therapy can grow your connection to your most authentic self. Therapy can help guide and support you through times of stress, build communication and interpersonal skills, and develop a deep understanding of who you are and what you want out of life.

The goal of my practice is to help individuals and families navigate life's stressors using mindfulness and acceptance-based treatments that are supported by research. Whether it is adjusting to a new phase in life, coping with a major health issue, or feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns, I aim to help my clients gain a deeper understanding of their struggles, respond to their experience with compassion, and reduce unhelpful ways of reacting so that they can navigate whatever challenges arise.

Life can create obstacles and therapy is there to support you with tackling the things that are weighing you down. I create a safe place to process your thoughts/feelings and provide insight around your patterns/behaviors. It can be scary to make changes in life, but the results of facing hard things can be rewarding and empowering. My approach to therapy is strength based, client-centered, & holistically grounded.

I believe that we all benefit from having someone in our corner to listen, motivate, challenge without judgment & support through life’s unpredictable changes & conflicts. Whether you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or not embodying the life you want for yourself, know that whatever you’re going through, change IS possible & you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. Having a holistic therapeutic approach, we will consider different aspects of your life in the quest for health & wellness. This includes your emotional responses to challenges, recurring thought patterns, personal relationships & daily habits.

Transitioning through life can feel challenging, especially when we're not sure of our ability to handle changes with confidence. Difficulty navigating changes can negatively impact our relationship with ourselves and others. I work with children, young adult, and adult clients who are struggling with ineffective patterns that impede their quality of life. In therapy, I support clients in discovering effective strategies to manage distressing emotions, cope with current stressors, gain insights, and build resilience. We work together to understand your history and the patterns you would like to shift.

I work with clients who seek to develop a richer understanding of their lives and explore their preferred ways of being, evolving, and flourishing. My therapeutic approach is grounded in the belief that getting curious about the taken-for-granted and embracing complexity can open up the imaginative possibilities of people’s lives.

Asking for help is a sign of strength and therapy is one of the greatest gifts you can give to yourself. Whether you are going through a life transition, experiencing relationship difficulties, struggling with low self-esteem, overwhelmed with day to day life, or just needing a place to talk to someone who will listen, I am here for you.