Psychodynamic Therapists in Thousand Oaks, CA
Have you ever feel trapped with no way out? Imagine using your distress as a way to gain a new perspective. Sometimes the problems we encounter lead us to a better understanding of ourselves and our potential. Therapy opens our eyes to alternative options and helps us view our circumstances from a different vantage point. As a psychologist and marriage and family therapist, I have enjoyed helping clients work through difficult situations for over 30 years. My expertise in mood disorders is especially useful in identifying and managing depression and anxiety. I also specialize in understanding and resolving relationship issues.
Have you ever feel trapped with no way out? Imagine using your distress as a way to gain a new perspective. Sometimes the problems we encounter lead us to a better understanding of ourselves and our potential. Therapy opens our eyes to alternative options and helps us view our circumstances from a different vantage point. As a psychologist and marriage and family therapist, I have enjoyed helping clients work through difficult situations for over 30 years. My expertise in mood disorders is especially useful in identifying and managing depression and anxiety. I also specialize in understanding and resolving relationship issues.
What if you could equip yourself with a toolset that will inform your path going forward? Let's examine what brought you to this moment, your struggles and strengths, and focus on developing effective strategies in helping you grow into an empowered state!
What if you could equip yourself with a toolset that will inform your path going forward? Let's examine what brought you to this moment, your struggles and strengths, and focus on developing effective strategies in helping you grow into an empowered state!
Do you feel constantly on edge, overwhelmed, or like something from the past won’t let go? You may notice yourself reacting more strongly than you want to, feeling anxious even when things seem fine, or getting stuck in patterns in relationships that are hard to change. At times, you might feel exhausted, disconnected, or unsure why things feel so heavy. Even when you know you’re safe, your body may not feel that way. Many of the people I work with are carrying the effects of trauma or stress that hasn’t fully processed and are quietly searching for a way to finally feel relief.
Do you feel constantly on edge, overwhelmed, or like something from the past won’t let go? You may notice yourself reacting more strongly than you want to, feeling anxious even when things seem fine, or getting stuck in patterns in relationships that are hard to change. At times, you might feel exhausted, disconnected, or unsure why things feel so heavy. Even when you know you’re safe, your body may not feel that way. Many of the people I work with are carrying the effects of trauma or stress that hasn’t fully processed and are quietly searching for a way to finally feel relief.
Most often I find that Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic and Emotionally Focused therapies are incredibly helpful in most situations.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by a major life change? I work with men and women navigating significant transitions—like the loss of a loved one, divorce, a medical diagnosis, or other life-altering events—who want to regain a sense of control and inner peace.
You may be experiencing deep grief, anxiety, or uncertainty about the future. These feelings are real and deserve to be acknowledged and processed. When emotions are pushed aside, they often intensify over time, leading to increased anxiety, depression, and disconnection. I'm here to support you through the process of healing and find clarity in the midst of change.
Most often I find that Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic and Emotionally Focused therapies are incredibly helpful in most situations.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by a major life change? I work with men and women navigating significant transitions—like the loss of a loved one, divorce, a medical diagnosis, or other life-altering events—who want to regain a sense of control and inner peace.
You may be experiencing deep grief, anxiety, or uncertainty about the future. These feelings are real and deserve to be acknowledged and processed. When emotions are pushed aside, they often intensify over time, leading to increased anxiety, depression, and disconnection. I'm here to support you through the process of healing and find clarity in the midst of change.
You grew up feeling unseen. Maybe your mother was critical, distant, overwhelmed, or emotionally absent. You learned to be self-reliant, high-achieving, or the “good girl” who didn’t need much. Now you’re exhausted. You struggle with boundaries, guilt, anxiety, or feeling like you’re never enough. You want to heal the wounds beneath your reactions, feel secure in who you are, and become a calm, emotionally present mother that your child feels safe with.
You grew up feeling unseen. Maybe your mother was critical, distant, overwhelmed, or emotionally absent. You learned to be self-reliant, high-achieving, or the “good girl” who didn’t need much. Now you’re exhausted. You struggle with boundaries, guilt, anxiety, or feeling like you’re never enough. You want to heal the wounds beneath your reactions, feel secure in who you are, and become a calm, emotionally present mother that your child feels safe with.
I integrate aspects of psychodynamic, attachment-based, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and body-mind psychotherapy models, always guided by what feels most supportive and meaningful for you.
Our lives are shaped by our experiences and the meaning we make of them-especially those that have been challenging, confusing, or painful. Therapy can provide a supportive space to explore these experiences with care and curiosity, helping you better understand yourself and your responses while honoring your strengths and resilience.
I integrate aspects of psychodynamic, attachment-based, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and body-mind psychotherapy models, always guided by what feels most supportive and meaningful for you.
Our lives are shaped by our experiences and the meaning we make of them-especially those that have been challenging, confusing, or painful. Therapy can provide a supportive space to explore these experiences with care and curiosity, helping you better understand yourself and your responses while honoring your strengths and resilience.
At A Place to Turn, we understand that your journey to well-being is unique. We offer both in-person and virtual sessions in Westlake Village, Pasadena, and Beverly Hills, accept insurance, and provide sliding scale options to make care more accessible. We tailor our holistic approach to support your individual needs, offering a range of integrative modalities that honor the connection between mind, body, and spirit, supporting deep healing, personal growth, and overall balance.
At A Place to Turn, we understand that your journey to well-being is unique. We offer both in-person and virtual sessions in Westlake Village, Pasadena, and Beverly Hills, accept insurance, and provide sliding scale options to make care more accessible. We tailor our holistic approach to support your individual needs, offering a range of integrative modalities that honor the connection between mind, body, and spirit, supporting deep healing, personal growth, and overall balance.
My name is Fay Alon and I'm a licensed clinical psychologist. I have been practicing for almost 30 years. I'm able to connect, understand and empathize with mostly anyone. I'm caring, compassionate, direct and non-judgmental. I completed my pre-doctoral internship at the UCLA Student Psychological Services. My post-doctoral fellowship was at Harbor UCLA-Medical Center. I worked for eight years as a psychologist at UCLA. I have been in private practice in Santa Monica, Woodland Hills and now in Calabasas. Please call or email me for an individual, couples or family therapy consultation today.
My name is Fay Alon and I'm a licensed clinical psychologist. I have been practicing for almost 30 years. I'm able to connect, understand and empathize with mostly anyone. I'm caring, compassionate, direct and non-judgmental. I completed my pre-doctoral internship at the UCLA Student Psychological Services. My post-doctoral fellowship was at Harbor UCLA-Medical Center. I worked for eight years as a psychologist at UCLA. I have been in private practice in Santa Monica, Woodland Hills and now in Calabasas. Please call or email me for an individual, couples or family therapy consultation today.
I take a personalized approach to therapy, combining psychodynamic, humanistic, existential, gestalt, and cognitive-behavioral (CBT) therapies to meet each client’s unique needs.
As a licensed therapist, I am dedicated to helping clients navigate life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, pregnancy and postpartum transitions, and divorce or separation. I specialize in helping individuals set and maintain healthy boundaries in relationships and family dynamics, as well as supporting those experiencing caregiver burnout. I collaborate with individuals navigating generational trauma and reduce dysfunction in family systems by breaking unhealthy cycles and help build healthy, balanced relationships in work, school, and life.
I take a personalized approach to therapy, combining psychodynamic, humanistic, existential, gestalt, and cognitive-behavioral (CBT) therapies to meet each client’s unique needs.
As a licensed therapist, I am dedicated to helping clients navigate life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, pregnancy and postpartum transitions, and divorce or separation. I specialize in helping individuals set and maintain healthy boundaries in relationships and family dynamics, as well as supporting those experiencing caregiver burnout. I collaborate with individuals navigating generational trauma and reduce dysfunction in family systems by breaking unhealthy cycles and help build healthy, balanced relationships in work, school, and life.
Welcome to my psychology today page, I’m so glad you’re here. My goal is to support you on your path as you make new discoveries that lead you to a peaceful and fulfilling life. I'm trained in traditional psychotherapeutic methods combined with a deeper more nuanced understanding of the human experience. I strive to create a safe atmosphere for you to learn new ways of meeting life’s challenges and coping with stress. If you or a loved one are suffering from depression, anxiety, addiction, or trauma, I can help. No matter what situation you are struggling with, we can work together to heal your inner wounds, and build the resilience
Welcome to my psychology today page, I’m so glad you’re here. My goal is to support you on your path as you make new discoveries that lead you to a peaceful and fulfilling life. I'm trained in traditional psychotherapeutic methods combined with a deeper more nuanced understanding of the human experience. I strive to create a safe atmosphere for you to learn new ways of meeting life’s challenges and coping with stress. If you or a loved one are suffering from depression, anxiety, addiction, or trauma, I can help. No matter what situation you are struggling with, we can work together to heal your inner wounds, and build the resilience
Feeling stuck? Looking for answers? Let’s talk. We might be a good fit. I offer practical insights and compassionate support to explore whatever might be preventing you from remaining present and fully engaged with your life. I trained in depth psychotherapy at Pacifica Graduate Institute, focusing on the unconscious dynamics occurring within ourselves and within our relationships. This training fostered a deep respect for the uniqueness of each person’s path which guides all of my work.
Feeling stuck? Looking for answers? Let’s talk. We might be a good fit. I offer practical insights and compassionate support to explore whatever might be preventing you from remaining present and fully engaged with your life. I trained in depth psychotherapy at Pacifica Graduate Institute, focusing on the unconscious dynamics occurring within ourselves and within our relationships. This training fostered a deep respect for the uniqueness of each person’s path which guides all of my work.
Do you have trouble with anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues due to trauma? Past experiences can create imprints onto your brain that activate your fight/flight responses whenever your emotions feel dysregulated, but life without the constant feeling of being on edge is possible. Those traumatic memories don’t have to permanently influence who you are meant to be. Through therapy, you will gain control of your feelings/thoughts and your response to everyday life hurdles. Healing from trauma can create healthier beliefs about yourself and your relationships along with sustainable changes.
Do you have trouble with anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues due to trauma? Past experiences can create imprints onto your brain that activate your fight/flight responses whenever your emotions feel dysregulated, but life without the constant feeling of being on edge is possible. Those traumatic memories don’t have to permanently influence who you are meant to be. Through therapy, you will gain control of your feelings/thoughts and your response to everyday life hurdles. Healing from trauma can create healthier beliefs about yourself and your relationships along with sustainable changes.
Do you often feel overwhelmed by anxiety, racing thoughts, or self-doubt that won’t quiet down? Maybe you find yourself stuck in cycles of rumination or OCD, unable to rest or feel fully present. These patterns often trace back to earlier life experiences and unresolved stress. Therapy can help you make sense of these responses and start building a life that feels more grounded. I use a collaborative, client-centered approach that draws from somatic and mindfulness practices to help regulate your nervous system and create a more peaceful inner world.
Do you often feel overwhelmed by anxiety, racing thoughts, or self-doubt that won’t quiet down? Maybe you find yourself stuck in cycles of rumination or OCD, unable to rest or feel fully present. These patterns often trace back to earlier life experiences and unresolved stress. Therapy can help you make sense of these responses and start building a life that feels more grounded. I use a collaborative, client-centered approach that draws from somatic and mindfulness practices to help regulate your nervous system and create a more peaceful inner world.
Life can be overwhelming. Ongoing problems can leave us feeling frustrated and defeated. Anxiety, depression, trauma, substance and behavioral addictions, relationship conflict, or grief and loss make it even harder to cope. The joy and spirit of life that we once had seems far gone. We may feel like we've been holding it together for weeks, months, or even years. At our lowest we lose perspective and believe things will never change. We don't want to be this way anymore. Life shouldn't feel this hard. I have helped many individuals, couples, and families successfully overcome these challenges.
Life can be overwhelming. Ongoing problems can leave us feeling frustrated and defeated. Anxiety, depression, trauma, substance and behavioral addictions, relationship conflict, or grief and loss make it even harder to cope. The joy and spirit of life that we once had seems far gone. We may feel like we've been holding it together for weeks, months, or even years. At our lowest we lose perspective and believe things will never change. We don't want to be this way anymore. Life shouldn't feel this hard. I have helped many individuals, couples, and families successfully overcome these challenges.
My goal is to help guide those that have lost their way, to help them build or rebuild the relationship with themselves that will allow them to make better choices. To help change negative thoughts to positive and to learn that they deserve to walk through the journey of life happy, fulfilled, and with their head held high. My job is to hold the light and lead the way to insight and self-love.
My goal is to help guide those that have lost their way, to help them build or rebuild the relationship with themselves that will allow them to make better choices. To help change negative thoughts to positive and to learn that they deserve to walk through the journey of life happy, fulfilled, and with their head held high. My job is to hold the light and lead the way to insight and self-love.
I approach each client as a unique individual. Diagnoses suggest empirically validated treatments, but each individual is unique. There is always room for personal growth and creating balance in our lives. I am kind, gentle and honest. I have been practicing in Thousand Oaks, CA for over 25 years. I run a free weekly support group for pregnancy and infant loss sponsored by Hospice of the Conejo. Other support groups I have run are Bereavement Groups for Children and the support group for those who lost their loved ones on the Metrolink train crash. I am now working via video.
I approach each client as a unique individual. Diagnoses suggest empirically validated treatments, but each individual is unique. There is always room for personal growth and creating balance in our lives. I am kind, gentle and honest. I have been practicing in Thousand Oaks, CA for over 25 years. I run a free weekly support group for pregnancy and infant loss sponsored by Hospice of the Conejo. Other support groups I have run are Bereavement Groups for Children and the support group for those who lost their loved ones on the Metrolink train crash. I am now working via video.
Do you find difficulties with feelings of depression, anxiety, relationship/family problems, ADHD, and trauma? These emotional disruptions can have a significant impact on our lives. Coping with these events requires various approaches, and I can assist you in recognizing your emotions and identifying patterns in your relationships. I can also help you develop resilience and acceptance towards challenging emotions, and support you in setting meaningful goals. I utilize EMDR, CBT, trauma-informed care, mindfulness, & person-centered therapy to reduce anxiety and trauma symptoms, foster resilience, and enhance the quality of life.
Do you find difficulties with feelings of depression, anxiety, relationship/family problems, ADHD, and trauma? These emotional disruptions can have a significant impact on our lives. Coping with these events requires various approaches, and I can assist you in recognizing your emotions and identifying patterns in your relationships. I can also help you develop resilience and acceptance towards challenging emotions, and support you in setting meaningful goals. I utilize EMDR, CBT, trauma-informed care, mindfulness, & person-centered therapy to reduce anxiety and trauma symptoms, foster resilience, and enhance the quality of life.
Nobody’s childhood dream was to grow up and feel overwhelmed, alone, stuck or unworthy. I aim to help individuals heal from trauma-related issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues. If you find yourself living without a navigation system to understand emotional terrain or trauma that impacts your well-being; you are not alone. All of us go through rough patches in our lives. My approach is specific to meet your unique needs in a safe and non-judgemental space.
Nobody’s childhood dream was to grow up and feel overwhelmed, alone, stuck or unworthy. I aim to help individuals heal from trauma-related issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues. If you find yourself living without a navigation system to understand emotional terrain or trauma that impacts your well-being; you are not alone. All of us go through rough patches in our lives. My approach is specific to meet your unique needs in a safe and non-judgemental space.
I work with couples and individuals in a respectful, supportive environment in order to improve coping while encouraging and supporting personal growth. I believe a therapeutic alliance can be imperative when dealing with life's challenges.
I work with couples and individuals in a respectful, supportive environment in order to improve coping while encouraging and supporting personal growth. I believe a therapeutic alliance can be imperative when dealing with life's challenges.
It is my passion and privilege to assist my clients in feeling alive, connected and at peace in their relationships and within themselves. Every day I hear clients say that our work has truly transformed their lives - that they are no longer triggered by old patterns, that their confidence and happiness is greater than they have ever experienced. Changes such as these are possible through a collaborative exploration of past and present issues in an atmosphere of safety, compassion and respect - respect for the individual and respect for the mind's ability to heal.
It is my passion and privilege to assist my clients in feeling alive, connected and at peace in their relationships and within themselves. Every day I hear clients say that our work has truly transformed their lives - that they are no longer triggered by old patterns, that their confidence and happiness is greater than they have ever experienced. Changes such as these are possible through a collaborative exploration of past and present issues in an atmosphere of safety, compassion and respect - respect for the individual and respect for the mind's ability to heal.
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