Anxiety Therapists in Redondo Beach, CA

Beginning therapy can feel daunting. I provide a safe and secure place for you to feel comfortable and begin to gently explore what's keeping you stuck or feeling hopeless. I believe that empathy, acceptance and authenticity are the the keys to building a trusting therapist-client relationship. Together we will explore patterns that are no longer working for you, or preventing you from personal growth and healing. I am passionate about embarking on your personal journey of self awareness. I draw on a variety of orientations including Emotion Focused, CBT, and psychodynamic theories and practice in order to meet each client's needs.

One of the most important aspects in therapy is for patients to feel heard, respected, and understood. I offer an active and collaborative therapeutic style that allows the opportunity for clients to learn, grow, explore, challenge and live the life they want to be living. Treatment is tailored to fit your needs and goals, drawing from a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), ERP, ICBT, ACT, Family Systems, and Strengths based approaches.

Whatever your reasons are for beginning therapy, I hope you will allow me on your journey towards healing. I specialize in working with adults who are struggling with anxiety and/or depression. I have an integrative approach to best fit the needs and goals of my clients. My clinical foundation is rooted in psychoanalytic theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and humanistic theories. I strive to offer a collaborative, non-judgemental and empowering space to help you get unstuck in your old patterns and move towards a more fulfilling life.

Suffer no more with depression, panic attacks, addictions, low self esteem and bad relationships, time to transform those close relationships into great ones whether at home or in the office.I use EMDR, brain spotting, hypnosis, codependence therapy, plus couples theories (certified Imago Therapist & Relationsl Life Therapist), joining all in loving communication. I love 12 step programs & have been trained & certified by the best in the field for addiction issues. . I am trained in mediation working for LA court as a mediator for divorcing couples using communication & collaborative methods. I have taught classes helping divorcing couples cope Good communication=love!

Therapy can feel daunting, especially at first, so it's important you feel a comfortable connection with a therapist. Maybe you're here because you've been feeling the need to resolve problems or you need some support. Therapy is a collaborative process and we can talk about issues you feel ready to discuss. My intention is to create an environment where you feel safe to explore what's troubling you. We can work together and move at your pace - therapy is part talking, part listening and part teaching. The end goal is to help you find relief and solutions.

I understand that life can be messy, out of balance, and sometimes feel overwhelming. Often times, the fears keep you from seeking out help. I recognize how hard it is to seek therapy. You don't have to do it all alone! I am here to help you change your course, help you take that first step, and help you start working towards strengthening your most important relationships. Regain your zest and passion for life. Discover a deeper sense of purpose. All of this and more can come about when you commit to the work of therapy. Embrace change, find hope, begin healing!

Would you like to transform your life by gaining new insights into what makes you tick and what barriers prevent you from moving forward? My practice focuses on healthy relationships with ourselves, our partners, children, family co-workers, and others around us. Relationships are so essential to our well being that they often influence our moods. They can be the basis of our feelings of safety, pleasure and satisfaction or the source of anger, bitterness and sadness. Often we are ambivalent and both positive and negative feelings exist at the same time.

Sometimes, when faced with many of life's challenges, we can find it difficult to reach out. Often fear or shame get in the way of asking for help. But there is hope. Working with a therapist, you can begin to feel validated and discover that you are not alone. Do you have a fear of abandonment or fear of intimacy? One or the other can mean you're either a Love Addict or Love Avoidant. I can teach you how to love yourself instead of looking for it in someone else, and bring down your walls and be relational.

I have been a Therapist for 20 years both in private practice and at Kaiser. Before becoming a therapist (LCSW) I was a professional chef. I have been retired for the past 5 years and would like to reenter the the working world after many years of travel and self exploration. My ideal client is a person with some insight who wants to do the work to resolve their issues and grow from the experience.

Are you having a tough time in your personal life? Are you feeling an increase in stress, depression, anxiety , and sadness? I am here to help you cope, empower you and support you along the way. Together, we can work towards improving your sleep, feeling less worried and anxious, and help you feel more calm, centered and hopeful.

Hello and welcome. I help teens, women and couples who are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, disconnected, and struggling in their relationships. Many of my clients reach out because they are struggling with anxiety , loneliness, low self-esteem, dating frustration, and loss of motivation. If you are struggling with these symptoms, I believe you deserve a space that allows you to feel safe, accepted and understood. Together we work as a team to better understand emotions and help you cope with life's stressors. I use Gottman Couples therapy training to help identify problems in communication in my work with individuals and couples.

In my work with you, I am invested in establishing a safe, supportive and truthful connection aimed at working through underlying psychological issues that have caused you emotional pain, perpetuated self-defeating behaviors, and trapped you in inauthentic roles. From your commitment to the therapeutic process, you can come to experience deeper intimacy in relationships, increased self-esteem and confidence, and greater joy and pleasure in living.

“There isn’t anyone you couldn’t love once you’ve heard their story. ” ― Mary Lou Kownacki. We usually have good reasons for feeling the way we do. With curiosity and compassion, and without judgement, I want to see the world from your eyes. Once I meet you where you are, I can help you take steps toward living a rich, full, and meaningful life. Life brings us all kinds of challenges that can leave us stuck in patterns of relating to others, creating disconnection and feeling stuck in feelings we want to escape from. What would it be like to break free of those patterns, to deal with painful thoughts and feelings effectively?

Do you have a strong inner-critic? Do you find that your mood drives your behaviors? Is it hard to identify what you are feeling? Does this impact your relationships? You may feel overwhelmed by this, but it is helpful to remember that you are not in it alone. Utilizing a variety of evidenced-based practices, I will help you learn skills to change these behavioral patterns and more effectively navigate your internal experiences as well as the challenges you face in your life.

I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and identities. My areas of focus include supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, anxiety , self-esteem, depression, addiction, alcoholic parents and relationship challenges. I am passionate about helping those who are motivated. I strive to help clients reach their full potential in life by helping them overcome a variety of obstacles life can put in front of us. If you’re struggling, know there is a way out. Reach out for a consultation.

Do you experience distressing and intrusive thoughts? Are you overwhelmed by anxiety and worry, unable to fully engage in meaningful activities? Maybe you have tried traditional talk therapy and found that it did not work. This can be a very painful state, and you may not currently see a way out. However, with targeted treatment, you can unhook yourself from your thoughts and take control of your life.

You don’t have to struggle alone. Are you facing life stressors, trouble adjusting due the pandemic, relationships, grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety , or other types of emotional pain and suffering? I have years of experience working with an array of issues and folks. It is important to get to know you on a unique level-understanding your needs and goals to help develop a meaningful life. You can expect a safe space to express yourself, helping to develop your authentic self courageously. We can work together to help you achieve your best life.

I have had many years experience dealing with individuals coping with anxiety , depression, life adjustment changes, chronic illness, death of loved ones, anger, workplace conflicts, and gay, lesbian transgender issues . I am comfortable with couple counseling. I prefer working with people 17 years of age and upwards.

Through my experience, I have observed that depression, anxiety , or any feeling can be understood intellectually, but is experienced in unique ways depending on the individual’s experience. Although two people might share the same diagnosis, their goals and treatment are specific to each client’s specific needs and experiences. My aim is to understand the unique aspects of your experience and, together, we can work toward achieving the goals you set when initially deciding to seek therapy.