Attachment-based Therapists in Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA
TheraVize - Christopher Pollock
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified Verified
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92506
As a therapist, my role is to support clients in achieving their goals by providing a safe and empathetic space for self-exploration and growth. Goal setting is a collaborative process, and I encourage clients to identify and articulate their objectives, whether they're related to mental health, relationships, or personal development. We work together to break down these goals into manageable, realistic steps. It's important to acknowledge that setbacks are a normal part of any journey. I help clients develop resilience and self-compassion, emphasizing that progress is not always linear.
As a therapist, my role is to support clients in achieving their goals by providing a safe and empathetic space for self-exploration and growth. Goal setting is a collaborative process, and I encourage clients to identify and articulate their objectives, whether they're related to mental health, relationships, or personal development. We work together to break down these goals into manageable, realistic steps. It's important to acknowledge that setbacks are a normal part of any journey. I help clients develop resilience and self-compassion, emphasizing that progress is not always linear.
Sarah Fisher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507
The focus of my work is individually with adult females and adolescents. As a provider, I specialize in women's mental health issues. I believe the therapeutic process should be an integrative and collaborative approach toward healing with the recognition that every person has a unique history. I use empathy, compassion, and a sense of humor to build rapport with clients, and also to support clients in feeling empowered on their journey towards a healing space. I utilize a strength-based and cognitive behavioral approach that will assist in the development of an authentic relationship with myself and others.
The focus of my work is individually with adult females and adolescents. As a provider, I specialize in women's mental health issues. I believe the therapeutic process should be an integrative and collaborative approach toward healing with the recognition that every person has a unique history. I use empathy, compassion, and a sense of humor to build rapport with clients, and also to support clients in feeling empowered on their journey towards a healing space. I utilize a strength-based and cognitive behavioral approach that will assist in the development of an authentic relationship with myself and others.
Deren Mikels
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507
DEREN MIKELS, LCSW Empowering People to Achieve Their Potential - I have been providing counseling for over 23 years and my private practice has been open in Riverside, CA for the past 22 years. I believe in providing supportive counseling in a non-judgmental environment in which my clients can reach their full potential. I take an open-minded approach to client wellness and consider the client's work life, family traditions, cultural and spiritual beliefs, and sexual identity. I am confident I can help with any issue and have extensive experience with adults, teenagers and children.
DEREN MIKELS, LCSW Empowering People to Achieve Their Potential - I have been providing counseling for over 23 years and my private practice has been open in Riverside, CA for the past 22 years. I believe in providing supportive counseling in a non-judgmental environment in which my clients can reach their full potential. I take an open-minded approach to client wellness and consider the client's work life, family traditions, cultural and spiritual beliefs, and sexual identity. I am confident I can help with any issue and have extensive experience with adults, teenagers and children.
Erika Lazo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507
Children are uniquely wonderful...and also complex and confusing! It’s normal to feel overwhelmed at times as a parent. You’re constantly trying to figure out why your child is behaving the way they are...and what on earth to do about it. What worked last week is definitely not working today. What worked for a friend hasn’t worked for you with your child. You’re absolutely devoted to your little one and want to help them...but you don’t know what to do or where to turn. You wish you could discover the secret to unravel this mystery. Will things always be this hard for you and the child you love so much?
Children are uniquely wonderful...and also complex and confusing! It’s normal to feel overwhelmed at times as a parent. You’re constantly trying to figure out why your child is behaving the way they are...and what on earth to do about it. What worked last week is definitely not working today. What worked for a friend hasn’t worked for you with your child. You’re absolutely devoted to your little one and want to help them...but you don’t know what to do or where to turn. You wish you could discover the secret to unravel this mystery. Will things always be this hard for you and the child you love so much?
Marisela Adams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507
If you have trouble managing your child's behavior, poor family communication, or if your child has experienced a trauma, I would like to help you! Because of the joy I receive from watching a child and parent successfully complete therapy, I now focus my effort towards children and their family. I truly enjoy observing children learn, flourish, improve their ability to relate, and make a stronger bond between parent and child.
If you have trouble managing your child's behavior, poor family communication, or if your child has experienced a trauma, I would like to help you! Because of the joy I receive from watching a child and parent successfully complete therapy, I now focus my effort towards children and their family. I truly enjoy observing children learn, flourish, improve their ability to relate, and make a stronger bond between parent and child.
Mary R. Stanley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507
I didn't know I was a California girl until I moved back East to rural Maryland, right off the Chesapeake Bay. Faced with miles of nothing but trees, a few passing cars and the occasional Amish buggy I realized I wasn’t in Southern California anymore. Given the fact there were few street lights and even fewer street signs, I quickly realized I needed to rely on GPS. This piece of technology made it possible for me to see where I was, and help me get to where I wanted to go. My passion as a counselor, is to help you get from where you are, to where you want be.
I didn't know I was a California girl until I moved back East to rural Maryland, right off the Chesapeake Bay. Faced with miles of nothing but trees, a few passing cars and the occasional Amish buggy I realized I wasn’t in Southern California anymore. Given the fact there were few street lights and even fewer street signs, I quickly realized I needed to rely on GPS. This piece of technology made it possible for me to see where I was, and help me get to where I wanted to go. My passion as a counselor, is to help you get from where you are, to where you want be.
Deborah A Montana
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT, PPS
Verified Verified
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507
I welcome working with people who are struggling with the many challenges that life brings. I find those who are dealing with either acute or chronic stress are particularly responsive to my services. Often it is times of crisis in our lives that motivate us toward meaningful change.
I welcome working with people who are struggling with the many challenges that life brings. I find those who are dealing with either acute or chronic stress are particularly responsive to my services. Often it is times of crisis in our lives that motivate us toward meaningful change.
Kerry Mccoy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507
I have helped my clients to address relationship challenges, career stresses and transitions, depression, anxiety, hopelessness, and the effects of past trauma. Among others, I work with individuals facing tough transitions, grappling with questions about identity and purpose, suffering grief or loss, or struggling in their relationships. In our first session we will talk about what brings you to therapy, and together develop a plan that directly addresses your needs. My style is non judgmental and interactive, providing a safe place where you can heal, gain insight, and together we'll make way for growth.
I have helped my clients to address relationship challenges, career stresses and transitions, depression, anxiety, hopelessness, and the effects of past trauma. Among others, I work with individuals facing tough transitions, grappling with questions about identity and purpose, suffering grief or loss, or struggling in their relationships. In our first session we will talk about what brings you to therapy, and together develop a plan that directly addresses your needs. My style is non judgmental and interactive, providing a safe place where you can heal, gain insight, and together we'll make way for growth.
Lisbeth Venegas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507
Are you having trouble managing your child's behavior? Are your child's emotional issues causing stress in your relationship? No matter what type of difficulties your/your child is experiencing, when your child struggles you struggle. This is a place where we will partner together to build upon your family's strengths and nourish your parent-child relationship.
Are you having trouble managing your child's behavior? Are your child's emotional issues causing stress in your relationship? No matter what type of difficulties your/your child is experiencing, when your child struggles you struggle. This is a place where we will partner together to build upon your family's strengths and nourish your parent-child relationship.
Candice Fuimaono
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92506 (Online Only)
I have 7 years of experience working with adolescents and adults experiencing severe mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, suicidal thoughts, and self-harm. I used my background and education to help clients learn coping skills and new ways to decrease their symptoms using the skills they learn in therapy.
I have 7 years of experience working with adolescents and adults experiencing severe mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, suicidal thoughts, and self-harm. I used my background and education to help clients learn coping skills and new ways to decrease their symptoms using the skills they learn in therapy.
Claudia Bouslough
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507
Wouldn't you like to have the confidence to believe that you have what it takes to tackle the ups and downs of life? Most of us would like to feel "good enough" but we often don't. As a marriage and family therapist, I help people to become whole, stronger and make wiser choices. I help people come to terms with disappointments in their lives and change the way they think and feel to be able to improve their relationship issues, reduce anxiety and depression among other concerns.
Wouldn't you like to have the confidence to believe that you have what it takes to tackle the ups and downs of life? Most of us would like to feel "good enough" but we often don't. As a marriage and family therapist, I help people to become whole, stronger and make wiser choices. I help people come to terms with disappointments in their lives and change the way they think and feel to be able to improve their relationship issues, reduce anxiety and depression among other concerns.
Barbara D. Neal
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507
Hello and thank you for viewing my profile. Taking that first step can be hard so I'll tell you a little about me. Inspired by my desire to help, my goal is to provide comfort, hope and healing in times of despair, loneliness and confusion. I hope to help you gain peace, hope and/or understanding of your problems and help you gain the skills needed to live the life you're seeking.
Hello and thank you for viewing my profile. Taking that first step can be hard so I'll tell you a little about me. Inspired by my desire to help, my goal is to provide comfort, hope and healing in times of despair, loneliness and confusion. I hope to help you gain peace, hope and/or understanding of your problems and help you gain the skills needed to live the life you're seeking.
Lee M Stillerman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507 (Online Only)
Deciding to seek help from a therapist can be complicated. Often the decision to do so is made reluctantly, after many unsuccessful attempts at managing difficulty on one's own. Perhaps you have reached a point where you realize your problems are beyond what you can tackle alone, but you are ambivalent about trying therapy because it is not clear what therapy really is or how it can help. I get that. I hope to demystify and simplify the therapy process to the extent possible.
Deciding to seek help from a therapist can be complicated. Often the decision to do so is made reluctantly, after many unsuccessful attempts at managing difficulty on one's own. Perhaps you have reached a point where you realize your problems are beyond what you can tackle alone, but you are ambivalent about trying therapy because it is not clear what therapy really is or how it can help. I get that. I hope to demystify and simplify the therapy process to the extent possible.
Robin Nichols
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507
Life is full of changes; changes can cause anxiety, depression, fear, or grief. Whether from relationship changes, loss or misunderstandings change can be overwhelming. My experience has shown that there are a number of ways to help someone; however, there is no one size fits all approach. Utilizing your strength we can find the best approach to fit your needs to gain empowerment to overcome the challenges of change. My style is compassionate, yet direct. Utilizing compassion, empathy and reality we can build the necessary skills needed to navigate the change, as well as the tools needed for future challenges.
Life is full of changes; changes can cause anxiety, depression, fear, or grief. Whether from relationship changes, loss or misunderstandings change can be overwhelming. My experience has shown that there are a number of ways to help someone; however, there is no one size fits all approach. Utilizing your strength we can find the best approach to fit your needs to gain empowerment to overcome the challenges of change. My style is compassionate, yet direct. Utilizing compassion, empathy and reality we can build the necessary skills needed to navigate the change, as well as the tools needed for future challenges.
Ariele Oshiro-Wilkie
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, CSAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507
Are you or someone you know struggling with sexually intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors? Are you looking to establish sobriety while learning tools to maintain recovery and to rebuild healthy relational and intimate connections? Do you find yourself struggling to communicate your needs? Are you the partner of a sexually compulsive spouse, experiencing continuous betrayal trauma? Are you looking to obtain tools and resources for navigating the impact of sexual betrayal trauma, such as, establishing healthy boundaries while building a support network for yourself?
Are you or someone you know struggling with sexually intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors? Are you looking to establish sobriety while learning tools to maintain recovery and to rebuild healthy relational and intimate connections? Do you find yourself struggling to communicate your needs? Are you the partner of a sexually compulsive spouse, experiencing continuous betrayal trauma? Are you looking to obtain tools and resources for navigating the impact of sexual betrayal trauma, such as, establishing healthy boundaries while building a support network for yourself?
Kim Swanson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in healing complex trauma/PTSD, childhood abuse, attachment, complex grief, anxiety & Dissociative Identity Disorder. The treatment approach I use is Comprehensive Resource Model, a CUTTING-EDGE advanced treatment for trauma, abuse, PTSD, DID, grief, anxiety, panic attacks and depression. Are you feeling anxious, find yourself getting angry, upset or depressed easily? Ever become "frozen" and unable to do the simplest things? Trouble thinking clearly, feel fearful and you just don't understand? I can help, I do understand and want you to know it is possible to feel differently.
I specialize in healing complex trauma/PTSD, childhood abuse, attachment, complex grief, anxiety & Dissociative Identity Disorder. The treatment approach I use is Comprehensive Resource Model, a CUTTING-EDGE advanced treatment for trauma, abuse, PTSD, DID, grief, anxiety, panic attacks and depression. Are you feeling anxious, find yourself getting angry, upset or depressed easily? Ever become "frozen" and unable to do the simplest things? Trouble thinking clearly, feel fearful and you just don't understand? I can help, I do understand and want you to know it is possible to feel differently.
Couples Counseling - Pamela Henkel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling disconnected from your partner? Are you tired of arguing or avoiding each other? Has there been infidelity? Maybe the pressures of work, kids, finances or other issues have pulled you apart? There is a way to reduce conflict and distance and to feel close again. As a trained EFT therapist, I can guide you toward learning a new way of experiencing each other based on a better understanding of you and your partners emotions. Allow me to help you find a new way of seeing each other and being together.
Are you feeling disconnected from your partner? Are you tired of arguing or avoiding each other? Has there been infidelity? Maybe the pressures of work, kids, finances or other issues have pulled you apart? There is a way to reduce conflict and distance and to feel close again. As a trained EFT therapist, I can guide you toward learning a new way of experiencing each other based on a better understanding of you and your partners emotions. Allow me to help you find a new way of seeing each other and being together.
Gillian E Loy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA 92507
Not accepting new clients
Working with individuals who have experienced trauma, domestic violence, family abuse, and other types of life crises is my passion. I have many years of experience working with survivors of abuse. I find it rewarding to be on the healing journey with not just survivors of trauma, but all of those who are in need of support. I have been working with transgendered individuals for over three years now and find this work enriching. In addition, I find working with couples and teens fulfilling.
Working with individuals who have experienced trauma, domestic violence, family abuse, and other types of life crises is my passion. I have many years of experience working with survivors of abuse. I find it rewarding to be on the healing journey with not just survivors of trauma, but all of those who are in need of support. I have been working with transgendered individuals for over three years now and find this work enriching. In addition, I find working with couples and teens fulfilling.
Online Therapists
Dr. Mayra Zavalza
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92501 (Online Only)
I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) clinical therapist. My therapeutic approach is rooted in psychodynamic psychotherapy and attachment-based therapy. These are used in conjunction with other forms of therapy, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Narrative Exposure Therapy. The goal of therapy is to increase self-awareness, enhance self-understanding, improve relationships, cultivate hope, promote empowerment, facilitate a corrective emotional experience and promote growth. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe space for every client through unconditional positive regard, empathy, and compassion.
I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) clinical therapist. My therapeutic approach is rooted in psychodynamic psychotherapy and attachment-based therapy. These are used in conjunction with other forms of therapy, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Narrative Exposure Therapy. The goal of therapy is to increase self-awareness, enhance self-understanding, improve relationships, cultivate hope, promote empowerment, facilitate a corrective emotional experience and promote growth. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe space for every client through unconditional positive regard, empathy, and compassion.
Dr. Wendy Wray
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MEd, MBA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92505
I use an attachment-based lens with evidence-based techniques such as EFT, Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT) and Gottman to rewrite your story.
Life can be difficult to navigate alone or even as a couple. At times you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed. You can feel stuck in a cycle impossible to break on your own. Letting go of the past without closure or understanding is difficult. We all need to ask for help. As an attachment- trauma based therapist, I am here to help you to develop a healthy happy relationship, experience peace and emotional well-being. We deserve a safe space without judgment to heal, grow, and thrive. Seeking therapy is a brave, transformative step. I am here to listen, support, and empower you on your journey to true healing.
I use an attachment-based lens with evidence-based techniques such as EFT, Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT) and Gottman to rewrite your story.
Life can be difficult to navigate alone or even as a couple. At times you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed. You can feel stuck in a cycle impossible to break on your own. Letting go of the past without closure or understanding is difficult. We all need to ask for help. As an attachment- trauma based therapist, I am here to help you to develop a healthy happy relationship, experience peace and emotional well-being. We deserve a safe space without judgment to heal, grow, and thrive. Seeking therapy is a brave, transformative step. I am here to listen, support, and empower you on your journey to true healing.
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Attachment-based Therapists
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.