Therapists for Seniors in Valley Village, CA
As you navigate life's challenges, certain obstacles can become significant roadblocks to the life you want to lead. Therapy offers a valuable opportunity to understand your struggles, identify your personal strengths, and gain a unique perspective on your experience. Taking this initiative is a significant step toward personal growth.
Together, we can explore your relationship history, integrate life conflicts, and develop new skills to manage current issues.
As you navigate life's challenges, certain obstacles can become significant roadblocks to the life you want to lead. Therapy offers a valuable opportunity to understand your struggles, identify your personal strengths, and gain a unique perspective on your experience. Taking this initiative is a significant step toward personal growth.
Together, we can explore your relationship history, integrate life conflicts, and develop new skills to manage current issues.
My name is Emanuela, and I am a trauma informed, EMDR trained therapist who can help you move through relational difficulties, address complex trauma, and find relief from depression and anxiety. With a warm and humorous style, I strive to create a safe and inclusive space where you can truly be yourself. As a therapist, I bring my own authenticity into the room, believing that genuine connection fosters a richer therapeutic experience. My north star is: "Know all the theories, master all the techniques, but as you touch a human soul be just another human soul." - Carl Jung
My name is Emanuela, and I am a trauma informed, EMDR trained therapist who can help you move through relational difficulties, address complex trauma, and find relief from depression and anxiety. With a warm and humorous style, I strive to create a safe and inclusive space where you can truly be yourself. As a therapist, I bring my own authenticity into the room, believing that genuine connection fosters a richer therapeutic experience. My north star is: "Know all the theories, master all the techniques, but as you touch a human soul be just another human soul." - Carl Jung
I am a psychodynamically-oriented therapist, which means I work to help you understand your history so we can discover how it is influencing the ways in which you currently operate in the world. Those experiences can lead to defense mechanisms that can make it more challenging to fully connect to feelings and emotions. As your therapist, our relationship in the room is integral to the work. It is while navigating those feelings where self-discovery, bringing the unconscious to the surface, and corrective emotional experiences, help you diminish your symptoms, find clarity, and become a fully-realized, authentic human being.
I am a psychodynamically-oriented therapist, which means I work to help you understand your history so we can discover how it is influencing the ways in which you currently operate in the world. Those experiences can lead to defense mechanisms that can make it more challenging to fully connect to feelings and emotions. As your therapist, our relationship in the room is integral to the work. It is while navigating those feelings where self-discovery, bringing the unconscious to the surface, and corrective emotional experiences, help you diminish your symptoms, find clarity, and become a fully-realized, authentic human being.
If you’ve been struggling with depression, finding your place in this world, and feeling like life is not worth it, I’m here to help. We don’t have to keep pretending like everything is fine when it’s not. We don’t have to push away our feelings for the comfort of others. Living with chronic depression and suicidal ideation is hard enough. I’m here to help you find yourself again. To help you uncover all the beautiful things that make you who you are and why you’re here.
If you’ve been struggling with depression, finding your place in this world, and feeling like life is not worth it, I’m here to help. We don’t have to keep pretending like everything is fine when it’s not. We don’t have to push away our feelings for the comfort of others. Living with chronic depression and suicidal ideation is hard enough. I’m here to help you find yourself again. To help you uncover all the beautiful things that make you who you are and why you’re here.
Many of the individuals and families I work with are strong and responsible, yet feel overwhelmed or stuck. You may be balancing family expectations, professional demands, or navigating complex systems while holding everything together. My approach is steady and direct. We identify patterns that keep you stuck and build practical tools to strengthen emotional regulation, boundaries, and confidence. I provide a safe space for reflection while helping you move forward with clarity and resilience.
Many of the individuals and families I work with are strong and responsible, yet feel overwhelmed or stuck. You may be balancing family expectations, professional demands, or navigating complex systems while holding everything together. My approach is steady and direct. We identify patterns that keep you stuck and build practical tools to strengthen emotional regulation, boundaries, and confidence. I provide a safe space for reflection while helping you move forward with clarity and resilience.
Sometimes we need additional support in our lives. You may be struggling with relationship challenges; feeling stuck; encountering creative blocks; seeking a sense of purpose and meaning; suffering from shame, self-neglect and self-criticism; working through grief and loss issues; emotional struggles around letting go of property and possessions; or desiring a career change. Therapy can provide assistance through our challenges, create new options, and lead to a more fulfilling life.
Sometimes we need additional support in our lives. You may be struggling with relationship challenges; feeling stuck; encountering creative blocks; seeking a sense of purpose and meaning; suffering from shame, self-neglect and self-criticism; working through grief and loss issues; emotional struggles around letting go of property and possessions; or desiring a career change. Therapy can provide assistance through our challenges, create new options, and lead to a more fulfilling life.
As a therapist who has worked with individuals and families within the community for the last 20 years, it is my goal to provide you with an opportunity to create change in areas of your life where you feel stuck. Whether your struggle is in a relationship or stress related to some other circumstance, we will discuss the issues so that you can feel empowered to take action that will lead to positive changes.
I am licensed in California and am approved to perform online video sessions for couples and individuals who live in Florida & Missouri.
As a therapist who has worked with individuals and families within the community for the last 20 years, it is my goal to provide you with an opportunity to create change in areas of your life where you feel stuck. Whether your struggle is in a relationship or stress related to some other circumstance, we will discuss the issues so that you can feel empowered to take action that will lead to positive changes.
I am licensed in California and am approved to perform online video sessions for couples and individuals who live in Florida & Missouri.
You deserve deep meaningful connection. I look forward to helping you get there. Having the same fight over and over? Does it feel like you speak different languages? I work with highly motivated couples to get back on track, feel safe, loved, heard, connected, and secure in your relationship.
Women! Going through perimenopause? Dating?
A loving welcome to those who are questioning their gender/sexuality, identify as LGBTQIA+, are sexually and/or gender fluid, and to those who are processing feelings associated with a loved one who is. Parents of LGBTQIA+, queerspawn, and queer couples are my special love.
Find me on Insta.
You deserve deep meaningful connection. I look forward to helping you get there. Having the same fight over and over? Does it feel like you speak different languages? I work with highly motivated couples to get back on track, feel safe, loved, heard, connected, and secure in your relationship.
Women! Going through perimenopause? Dating?
A loving welcome to those who are questioning their gender/sexuality, identify as LGBTQIA+, are sexually and/or gender fluid, and to those who are processing feelings associated with a loved one who is. Parents of LGBTQIA+, queerspawn, and queer couples are my special love.
Find me on Insta.
I am a psychotherapist who has experience working with adults, couples, children, and families. My professional background encompasses work in social service agencies, both in clinical and community roles, as well as in private group practice. I approach my work with admiration and sensitivity to the vulnerability that individuals bring to the therapeutic process. I view therapy as an opportunity for personal growth and development. It is my privilege to offer guidance in this process. I work with clients who are experiencing a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, family/relationship issues, and life transitions.
I am a psychotherapist who has experience working with adults, couples, children, and families. My professional background encompasses work in social service agencies, both in clinical and community roles, as well as in private group practice. I approach my work with admiration and sensitivity to the vulnerability that individuals bring to the therapeutic process. I view therapy as an opportunity for personal growth and development. It is my privilege to offer guidance in this process. I work with clients who are experiencing a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, family/relationship issues, and life transitions.
I'm a perinatal therapist, working with moms at all different stages of matrescence (aka the process of becoming a mother). Welcome, mothers. This space is for you. This space is for you if are experiencing postpartum depression/anxiety, fertility struggles, pregnancy loss, infant loss, birth trauma, caregiver overwhelm, mom guilt and rage, loss of identity, mental load exhaustion, and loneliness. My hope is to come alongside you in this motherhood journey offering you a warm space to make sense of your experiences, reconnect with yourself, highlight your strengths, and find more avenues of support.
I'm a perinatal therapist, working with moms at all different stages of matrescence (aka the process of becoming a mother). Welcome, mothers. This space is for you. This space is for you if are experiencing postpartum depression/anxiety, fertility struggles, pregnancy loss, infant loss, birth trauma, caregiver overwhelm, mom guilt and rage, loss of identity, mental load exhaustion, and loneliness. My hope is to come alongside you in this motherhood journey offering you a warm space to make sense of your experiences, reconnect with yourself, highlight your strengths, and find more avenues of support.
One of the best things my dad ever said to me was: Unless you believe in reincarnation, it’s time to be happy now. (Personally, I think this applies even if you do believe in reincarnation.) How to make the most of our time, our relationships, and ourselves - for me, these are the key questions that led me to become a marriage and family therapist. Along with traditional talk therapy, I use EMDR if desired (I am EMDR Certified), as well as IFS, to help you work through present challenges and past difficult experiences so that you can live more freely in the here and now - unencumbered by old self-defeating beliefs and fears.
One of the best things my dad ever said to me was: Unless you believe in reincarnation, it’s time to be happy now. (Personally, I think this applies even if you do believe in reincarnation.) How to make the most of our time, our relationships, and ourselves - for me, these are the key questions that led me to become a marriage and family therapist. Along with traditional talk therapy, I use EMDR if desired (I am EMDR Certified), as well as IFS, to help you work through present challenges and past difficult experiences so that you can live more freely in the here and now - unencumbered by old self-defeating beliefs and fears.
I enjoy helping individuals to identify undesirable patterns of behavior that do not serve them. Together we address the roots of these issues in order to increase self-agency and overcome emotional blocks. I also enjoy supporting creative people in realizing their fuller potential and authenticity. Whether you are seeking a safe place to be heard and process feelings, a desire for greater self-awareness, or to access deeper sources of creativity, we will work together to set goals and understand the underlying issues that inform current life complications. I approach each session with empathy, compassion and practicality.
I enjoy helping individuals to identify undesirable patterns of behavior that do not serve them. Together we address the roots of these issues in order to increase self-agency and overcome emotional blocks. I also enjoy supporting creative people in realizing their fuller potential and authenticity. Whether you are seeking a safe place to be heard and process feelings, a desire for greater self-awareness, or to access deeper sources of creativity, we will work together to set goals and understand the underlying issues that inform current life complications. I approach each session with empathy, compassion and practicality.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or find yourself worrying about things beyond your control? You are looking for the right therapist, someone who will not only get you, but will actually help you. I am not a stereotypical "so how does that make you feel" therapist. I am empathetic, down to earth, caring, and intuitive. And I am also practical. With over 15 years of experience, I am actively involved, goal oriented, and realistic, using both traditional and cutting-edge approaches to help you find the insight and clarity you are searching for.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or find yourself worrying about things beyond your control? You are looking for the right therapist, someone who will not only get you, but will actually help you. I am not a stereotypical "so how does that make you feel" therapist. I am empathetic, down to earth, caring, and intuitive. And I am also practical. With over 15 years of experience, I am actively involved, goal oriented, and realistic, using both traditional and cutting-edge approaches to help you find the insight and clarity you are searching for.
As a therapist, I create a warm, safe, nonjudgmental environment for adolescents, adults, and couples to be able to open up and share their feelings and make sense of what is troubling them. I strive to empower people and help them realize the strength and potential they possess. My experience has prepared me well to be able to interact and connect with a wide variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds. I am especially confident in my ability to connect with teens that are resistant to or skeptical of therapy.
As a therapist, I create a warm, safe, nonjudgmental environment for adolescents, adults, and couples to be able to open up and share their feelings and make sense of what is troubling them. I strive to empower people and help them realize the strength and potential they possess. My experience has prepared me well to be able to interact and connect with a wide variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds. I am especially confident in my ability to connect with teens that are resistant to or skeptical of therapy.
Many of the people I work with one-on-one are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, a difficult transition, or a sense of feeling stuck. Some want their relationships to feel deeper, more secure, and more fulfilling. Others want more meaning, purpose, or connection in their lives. For more than 18 years, I’ve worked with individuals and couples in a holistic way, looking at the whole person rather than just a list of symptoms. Therapy can be a place to slow down, acknowledge what you’re going through, understand yourself more deeply, and find a way forward that feels right for you.
Many of the people I work with one-on-one are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, a difficult transition, or a sense of feeling stuck. Some want their relationships to feel deeper, more secure, and more fulfilling. Others want more meaning, purpose, or connection in their lives. For more than 18 years, I’ve worked with individuals and couples in a holistic way, looking at the whole person rather than just a list of symptoms. Therapy can be a place to slow down, acknowledge what you’re going through, understand yourself more deeply, and find a way forward that feels right for you.
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