Therapists in Torrance, CA

My clinical practice is available to anyone seeking help and hope in their lives. If you are struggling or suffering with depression, anxiety, life transitions, eating issues, parenthood, or living with your parents, I may be able to help you find a path through this difficult season. There is hope and growth that leads to change.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides neuropsychological assessments, counseling, and psychotherapy to children, teens, families, couples, and adults. Those I work with are often experiencing problems academically, behavioral, socially; and/or experiencing anxiety or depression. Testing is often utilized to provide diagnostic information to guide treatment and services. I have extensive experience working with individuals who are gifted or 2e; am a Certified Autism Specialist; and a Trained Grief Specialist.

I offer professional focus on balancing life during COVID, anxiety, depression, anger management, difficulty functioning, domestic violence, trauma, history of sexual and physical abuse, guilt and shame, family addictions and codependence, self-harm, grief and loss, multi-generational family reconciliation, phase of life transitions, multi-cultural issues, parenting skills, and forgiveness. Individual, couple and family sessions are available. My approach to therapy embraces the premise that people are inherently worthy and share a common, basic need to feel heard and validated in their relationships.

Feeling stuck? Do you feel as if you have lost control over your life? Have you found it hard getting in touch with your authentic self? There is a tremendous power that lives within you, and I would like to help you find that. You can learn to master your vision through the power of your mind. Feel your best, be your best, and live your best life now. <!-- Professional verification provided by Psychology Today --> <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/359747" class="sx-verified-se

Do you feel like an “Adult Child”? Do you feel stuck? Are you having difficulty navigating Adulthood, and it’s causing you to feel burned out, anxious, lonely, and depressed? Did you follow the rules of our previous generations about what it means to be “successful,” “an Adult,” or “a woman” only to be shackled with student debt, feeling disillusioned, and struggling to define your wants and needs in your life? Do you need help redefining what Adulthood and success mean for you and find meaning in your life? Then this is the place for you!

Empowering and supporting my clients to become the best version of themselves is my greatest joy. I believe that anyone could benefit from the support and encouragement of a trained therapist from time to time. I have experience working with clients living with all types of addiction, anxiety, depression, Bipolar disorders, and thought disorders. If you are feeling stuck, not sure about your goals, or not sure how to move forward, I can help. I work from a strengths based perspective. My clients find working with me encouraging and impactful.

Stress. Frustration. Anxiety. Depression. From work, family, relationships, financial burdens. All lead to anger, loneliness, sadness & possibly despair. Life was not meant to be pressured & unhappy & it doesn’t have to be. I can help identify your innate abilities & your God-given talents, the ones you were meant to realize & share for the benefit of yourself, loved ones & others. Be all that you can be. It is not only your gift, but your obligation. Make & leave a positive impact on the world. You are the catalyst; I am your facilitator if you allow me to be. At this time, I am only accepting fee for service clients via telephone.

You've been walking on egg shells around your child trying to prevent ANOTHER melt down. You're thinking "Why does every tiny thing have to be so hard?" The screaming, crying, whining, hitting, tantrums, name calling... it seems to come out of nowhere, it makes no sense, and it feels out of control. You're thinking "I knew parenting wouldn't always be fun and easy, but is it supposed to be this hard?" You're tired. Your overwhelmed. You're about to lose it. You're not alone. I get it and I'm here to help.

I specialize in these Anxiety Disorders: Generalized Anxiety, Panic Disorders (with and without Agrophobia), and Social Anxiety. I also assist those in life transitions (divorce, marriage, childbirth, relocation, grief, etc.) to aid navigation of values and perspectives that commonly require re-evaluation during these times.

A child struggling educationally and emotionally can be overwhelming for the child, family, and educational organization. I am so glad that you have found me and I am here to help. I am Dr. Christina Dillard, and I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist, specializing in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), dyslexia, dyscalculia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, depression, anxiety, and motivation issues related to academic learning processes. Today's political and social climate as well as COVID-19 is challenging to youth and has increased anxiety and depression for children and young adults.

I recognize the courage that it takes to ask for help. In a space where you feel safe and understood, we will work alongside each other to once again find your inner light. I believe that we all experience a wide variety of obstacles, hardships, grief, and loss. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I strive to ensure that my clients have access to the mental health care they need to promote healing. We work together to create an individualized treatment plan that addresses your unique needs. Through therapy you will recognize stumbling blocks that cause you to feel distressed and ways to change them to stepping stones.

“And the time came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” - Anaïs Nin If you are at this point in your life, finding a safe space to turn towards your pain is of vital importance. Whether you are facing anxiety, stress, trauma or seeking enhanced meaning in life, I offer a holistic approach to psychotherapy which includes elements of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness meditation and somatic (body) therapy.

As an experienced LCSW specializing in Community Mental Health I have had the opportunity to see the great potential of the amazing strength of the human spirit in promoting resilience and determination when even the greatest adversities are present. I approach all my interactions with the fundamental regard of client as expert and focus on collaborative interactions rich in kindness, compassion, respect and reciprocity. Taking a holistic person in environment and strengths based perspective I strive to connect with my clients and support them to identify their goals and overcome barriers to mental health and goal attainment.

Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.

We all have one lifetime to live, to explore and to experience. It is my belief our past and our present greatly impact the future we will have. As we all know, past experiences cannot be altered. However, it is my firm belief, together, we can explore better ways to deal with our emotions and thoughts that no longer serve us. I specialize in stress and anxiety management, trauma, women issues, depression, relationships as well as concerns specific to Asian-Americans. Please contact me if I can be of service to you. I am here to help. Be well and stay positive. Never give up as I truly believe brighter days are ahead of us!

**I AM NOT CURRENTLY TAKING ON ANY NEW CLIENTS** One thing all have in common as human beings is a natural drive to discover and hold on to a strong sense of self as we navigate the world. When the challenges we face in life cause us to question our identity, this doesn't mean you are broken - it means that you are human.