Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Rocklin, CA

It can be difficult to make the decision to enter therapy. Congratulations on taking the first step! The most important component of successful therapy is working with a professional with whom you feel a comfortable connection. If you are struggling with anxiety, OCD , stress management, interpersonal relationships, or avoidance, I can help. I am a licensed clinical psychologist, and over the past 15+ years, I have specialized in working with individuals to address their anxiety, fears, and phobias. I enjoy working with people along their journeys of increased self-awareness, helping them navigate personal and life challenges.

I specialize in OCD and Anxiety Disorders such as, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety/Social Phobia, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Specific Phobias. My approach in working with clients is integrative, combining the theories of exposure and response prevention (ERP), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and acceptance modalities. I'm passionate about helping individuals achieve their therapeutic goals and strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental setting for my clients. I think it's important to provide clients with the skills needed, and the support needed, to make changes in their lives that are in alignment with their personal values and priorities.

I specialize in working with individual adults and adolescents. I have over 20 years of experience providing support to clients looking to resolve challenges and intentionally create the lives and relationships they want. My goal is to provide a warm, understanding, and nonjudgmental environment where my clients can heal and grow. I use a straightforward, practical and solution-focused approach to help clients resolve current problems as well as long-standing patterns.

Are you a teen, young adult or adult struggling with an anxiety disorder, trauma, grieving a loss, struggling with a relationship, depression or addiction? I offer tailored services that provide practical solutions to help improve the wellbeing of young adults, adults, and teens. I understand that everyone’s struggles are unique, which is why I take an individualized approach to the counseling process. With me as your partner in healing, you can develop the resilience you need to confidently navigate through difficult times or to reach greater levels of success.

Most individuals have times when they don't feel effective, or they fear taking the next step or making a wrong decision. Issues such as anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, past sexual abuse or trauma, personality factors or other mental health disorders may get in the way of creating the life you want to live. Psychotherapy can help you define specifically where you want to go from here, and identify patterns and other factors that may be keeping you from achieving and creating your best self.

For the past 10 years, and after completing her graduate degree from Santa Clara University, Esmeralda (Esme) Valencia has been providing therapy for those facing a variety of personal and mental health difficulties. Esme specializes in working with individuals on their journey toward personal growth or as they face struggles with relationships in their life. A primary focus of Esme's work has been in working with with parents, youth, and families as they face a multitude of barriers among them concerns over communication struggles, depression, anxiety, intimacy problems, parenting, working with teens, trauma, grief and loss.

I am dedicated toward fostering a safe and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment, where I will work with you to develop a customized treatment plan that supports living a life congruent with your values, and what you find meaningful. Sessions are focused around helping you become more in tune with your present self, identifying behavioral and thought patterns which are working against how you ideally want to live and be in the world.

Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or struggling to deal with life changes or trauma? If so, counseling is a fantastic option to help heal and move through these difficult experiences. I believe a positive relationship is the most important aspect for change and strive to connect with everyone I work with. I meet individuals where they are in their lives, accepting them for who they are and supporting them through the changes the would like to make. I also utilize a technique called Brainspotting to help decrease emotional reactivity and trauma symptoms.

Parenting is very difficult! Being a kid these days is not easy either! We understand that sometimes you need to just problem solve and learn tools. We partner with you to help mend important relationships, learn healthier coping skills, add positive strategies, and live without self harm. At Blue Sky, ALL of our licensed experienced therapists have specialized experience in clinical child adolescent psychotherapy, family therapy, college mental health, education/medical collaboration and clinical neuropsychology. Our therapists are trauma informed, with experience in intensive hospital/outpatient and private practice arenas.

I felt called to become a marriage/family therapist when the decision to change careers didn't make sense. I ran a successful computer company, fresh off of a decade as an executive for a software company. I had a love for the study of people, and relationships, having received my bachelor's from the University of Utah in MassComm with a minor in Psychology. I was in a wonderful relationship, having a safe environment to share hopes, dreams, fears struggles... I realized that not everyone had this support in place to process highs, lows, and to learn to grow.

If we have loved well while alive...our love will go on for generations --Desmond Tutu

An artist and writer, Dr. Lubell earned a BA degree at City Univ. of NY while working in the World Trade Center. Having always been drawn to people’s stories with compassion and caring, she followed her heart to become a psychologist, achieving her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the Univ. of Michigan. Dr. Lubell is certified in ISTDP (Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy), a technique that has amazing results in a very short period of time. She practices EMDR, which has proven effective to treat trauma. She also has a wealth of experience helping couples to resolve conflicts and move on to a satisfying relationship.

Being compassionate with our self is important when we undertake personal change. Our internal critic and negative thoughts can leave us feeling defeated. When we're disconnected from our authentic self or from others, we suffer. Disconnection can result from many circumstances, for example living by other's expectations at the expense of pursuing our own goals. Or, the busy pace of life can leave people feeling disconnected and alienated. When we re-connect with our self and other people, we're more able to manage life's stressors using healthy means and live a more peaceful and contented life.

I enjoy helping people to improve their overall quality of life. I believe that therapy can be a profoundly positive experience, and I strive to develop a trusting relationship that fosters safety so that you feel comfortable to begin your journey of healing and growth. Whether you are struggling with past pain, current life transitions, overwhelming emotions, or future worries, our journey will assist you in living your best life.

Have you been through something traumatic in your life? Are you experiencing feelings of overwhelming fear, anger, sadness or grief? No matter what you have endured, I believe it is possible to live a more fulfilling, more connected and peaceful life. I have skill and experience that can help you to engage in your life again. I work with respect, compassion and humor to create a trusting therapy context that will support you in achieving your goals. I engage from the perspective that profound healing and positive change are possible and should be expected.

I have had over 20 years of experience working with families, couples, individuals, adolescents, and children. The work has included helping with mood disorders, ADHD, addictions, eating disorders, relationship issues, LGBT issues, and trauma. I feel very privileged that I have been given the trust to walk with my clients on their path. The journey has not always been easy, and sometimes there have been bumps in the road. Together we can find your path.