Couples Counseling Therapists in Thousand Oaks, CA

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Post Master's Certificate in Advanced Clinical Social Work Practice. I have worked in private practice for the past 18 years, specializing in Structured Assessments and ongoing Individual, Couples and Family Therapy with individuals and families who sustain a variety of neurological and learning challenges.

Many have experienced traumatic events in their lives, such as violent incidents, divorce, accidents, or various types of abuse. These events often change the way one perceives and relates to the world, their relationships, their faith and themselves. I create a safe place to help one heal from these events and effects and provide tools to promote healthy choices for a better life. I have been in practice for over 25 years treating individuals, couples and children. Besides trauma I specialize in anxiety,depression and relationship issues. I also offer on line video and teletherapy.

Therapy must be purposeful to improve the quality of life. To improve our relationships, our own psychological and emotional wellbeing. It takes place in an environment that is safe and supportive. It takes place with a therapist who is genuine, sensitive and skillful. When you enter therapy with me I bring all of my education and experience to share with you. I also bring a measure of humility and open mindedness that 38 years of private practice has taught me. I've learned as much from the people I see as, I hope, they have learned from me.

While talking about your feelings with friends and family may be comforting, that may not completely tackle your emotional needs and complications. Seeing a professional therapist can help to alleviate your emotional distress from difficult situations. My mission is to provide support and space for healing while counseling you and your family in a non-judgmental and safe environment.

Being a Mom is a full time job with no vacation time or sick days. Postpartum anxiety and depression come on like a dark cloud and overshadow your blissful dreams of Mom life. You feel disconnected from your partner or dread returning to work. Your baby’s cries bring up overwhelming feelings from your own childhood. Being a mother is one of the hardest jobs you face. You show up for your little one’s big feelings, all while coping with your own.

Too often psychotherapy focuses on causality, pathology and cures. However, rather than being "sick" or 'broken", often we are just lost inside ourselves or relationships. Everyone is a unique person with their own story, experience and perspective. The goal of therapy is to achieve a deeper awareness of where we are, to discover internal meaning for our many experiences, and to experience a life worth living. While working towards that awareness, I also feel it important to teach individuals, couples and families the skills needed to cope with the pain and day to day stressors that bring them into therapy.

Hello, my name is Alfonso and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 10 years of experience in a variety of mental health settings. I believe the therapeutic process should be a collaborative approach that leads to healing and acknowledging that every person has their own unique history. My goal is to provide a safe space for each individual to be able to navigate and overcome any hardship they are facing. I enjoy working with individuals, families, couples , and those struggling with complex diagnoses and LGBTQIA+ issues. It would be my pleasure to help you in your journey to healing and growth.

Hi! I’m Elise Baumann and I’m an Associate Marriage and Family therapist in Newbury Park, California. My philosophy on therapy is that it should be a positive and uplifting experience. It may feel intimidating or overwhelming to seek help when things are tough or when you are struggling. This is why I strive to make therapy an experience that brings hope, builds confidence, and helps you to recognize and understand your strengths and inner resources.

I specialize in treating adolescents and adults with trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions and addiction. I enjoy providing support to the LGBTQI+ community and practice an open-minded sex-positive approach to individuals and couples as they explore their sexuality. I understand the importance of working to establish a trusting relationship within the therapeutic process to promote openness and change. I work to empower individuals to embrace struggle and overcome future challenges.

Change is constant in life. Let's work together to take control and create the life you imagine. My focus is to meet you where you are and provide collaborative support. My interventions are tailored to your unique situation and personal needs.

Stories. We all have them - stories that we believe about our abilities, our partners, and our past. These stories shape what we unconsciously decide that we are capable of or deserving of. When we experience trauma, we develop unhealthy coping behaviors that support the stories. We think that these behaviors are a part of our personality, but they are not; they are simply survival strategies. And the unhealthy strategies that helped us to survive trauma earlier in life affect our ability to form healthy adult relationships and to meet our goals. But what if the stories are wrong? How do we find our true stories?

Hi, thanks for stopping by. My degree is Master of Science in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola College (University) in Baltimore, Md. I've been a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT) in private practice for 28 years. I'm also the mother of a young adult, and am married (38+years). My specialties are couples therapy and individual therapy for adults & single parents. I am a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist (' Couples ' Dialogue'). I also specialize in reconciliation in relationships. Recovery issues, the grief cycle, vulnerability, and empathy are the primary focus in sessions -- including empathy for oneself.

The focus of my work is helping couples improve communication and navigate life transitions including being newly married, expecting a baby, or welcoming a new baby into the family. I believe that we can benefit from learning about our own communication patterns as well as the patterns of our partners. By gaining a deeper understanding of the needs within the relationship, couples can find more effective ways to communicate with each other and successfully support each other through life's stressors and transitions.

I appreciate very much that you are taking the time to read my page today! I take my job very seriously and thoughtfully and have the utmost respect for your desire to find some help for yourself or a loved one. I think that your story is important. Both professionally and personally, I know that feeling Depressed or Anxious or a combination of both can really effect our lives. Though I work with all ages, I tend to see Teens and Young Adults as well as Couples and Families in addressing issues resulting from these conditions.

An important step toward living a happier and more fulfilling life involves recognizing the need and desire for change. I believe that therapy can be a very important and effective tool for bringing about positive change in one's life. I work collaboratively with you to set goals, and use strengths to complement and minimize weaknesses standing in the way of achieving these goals. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, adults, couples , and families on a wide array of issues including anxiety, depression, parenting, behavioral challenges, self-esteem, relationship problems, and life transitions.

I specialize in treating treating high achieving individuals & couples , with perfectionist tendencies. My priority is your emotional safety. Non judgmental support allows for your sharing openly and honestly. The need to "be right" can be unconscious, & you may be hurting those you love. My skilled intuition, and 25+ yrs. of clinical success, knows hope is available for the motivated and committed recovering anxious, obsessive, & over analyzing adult. Our trusting relationship inspires you to reflect upon your life/relationship goals; together we explore, & honestly challenge: "Do I want to be right?" Or, do I want to be loved?"

"A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step."Lao-Tsu Each day brings opportunity to improve & create change in your life and relationships no matter how hopeless things seem. Relationships can be complicated, confusing, sometimes hurtful. I help you sort it out as you move toward healthier relationships with your children, partner , spouse , co-worker, others. The focus is on solutions and life change. Everyday IS a new beginning. Dr. Plotkin has 25+ years experience working with families, and adults. Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from California School of Professional Psychology.

You are a good person. You are authentic, open, honest, and vulnerable. However, there is one signifigant person in your life who takes advantage of your good nature and makes your life a living Hell. While you are open and honest, they respond with secrecy, lies, and often blame you for creating your own stress. I am here to help you sort through all of the chaos and create some peace in your life. Call me and we can discuss how I can help you either create appropriate boundaries, or start the process of finding another human who will treat you in the same caring way that you treat others. I offer reduced fees for MFT Students.

Do you feel depressed or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you develop an action plan for meaningful changes. My approach to therapy is relational and person-centered. I will work alongside you in a warm and understanding environment where you can explore your emotions and find better ways to deal with the stressors in your life.

Relationship issues? Trouble communicating? Anger? Depression? Anxiety? Low self-esteem? Sometimes we need help from a professional to cope with life's challenges. I don't use a "cookie-cutter" approach to psychotherapy. I tailor my approach to meet my client's needs. My goal is to help you develop life-changing habits to help you cope with life's obstacles. I will create a warm, supportive environment where we can work together to identify strengths and areas for growth/ development to reach your fullest potential, enhance relationships, build effective communication skills, or finding your way back to yourself and others.