Psychodynamic Therapists in Van Nuys, CA
I have training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, but employ other methods, like CBT and ACT, to tailor therapy to the client's needs.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience in the field. I specialize in areas of depression, anxiety, and women's issues. I work with individuals, but also children, families, and couples.
I have training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, but employ other methods, like CBT and ACT, to tailor therapy to the client's needs.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience in the field. I specialize in areas of depression, anxiety, and women's issues. I work with individuals, but also children, families, and couples.
Are you hindered by anxiety, depression, or trauma, preventing you from expressing your authentic self? Do you find yourself trapped in navigating challenging family and relationship situations? Every minor issue now feels incredibly overwhelming, reopening past wounds and creating new ones. Despite attempting to bury the pain, it persists, leaving you feeling isolated and tormented. The constant exhaustion, stress, and anger make you question your resilience. Unsure of where to seek assistance, you don't have to endure this painful journey by yourself. I aim to assist you in achieving a more integrated and balanced sense of self.
Are you hindered by anxiety, depression, or trauma, preventing you from expressing your authentic self? Do you find yourself trapped in navigating challenging family and relationship situations? Every minor issue now feels incredibly overwhelming, reopening past wounds and creating new ones. Despite attempting to bury the pain, it persists, leaving you feeling isolated and tormented. The constant exhaustion, stress, and anger make you question your resilience. Unsure of where to seek assistance, you don't have to endure this painful journey by yourself. I aim to assist you in achieving a more integrated and balanced sense of self.
Hello, I'm Rakhee Alston, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I offer telehealth services across the state, specializing in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, fertility, postpartum depression, and parenting challenges. Using a cognitive-behavioral and family systems approach, I empower my clients to navigate their unique challenges, believing they are the experts in their own lives.
Hello, I'm Rakhee Alston, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I offer telehealth services across the state, specializing in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, fertility, postpartum depression, and parenting challenges. Using a cognitive-behavioral and family systems approach, I empower my clients to navigate their unique challenges, believing they are the experts in their own lives.
You are seeking answers to life and need real support, willing to listen and accept personal responsibility. Whether you have trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, low self-esteem, or other issues, there are opportunities to heal, to understand our selves better. With a variety of experience working with adolescents in Residential Treatment Centers, Transitional Youth Living Programs, adults, and veterans - we develop a collaborative individual path for you to become your own Master. We'll apply, or challenge, your believe system, and find growth opportunity.
You are seeking answers to life and need real support, willing to listen and accept personal responsibility. Whether you have trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, low self-esteem, or other issues, there are opportunities to heal, to understand our selves better. With a variety of experience working with adolescents in Residential Treatment Centers, Transitional Youth Living Programs, adults, and veterans - we develop a collaborative individual path for you to become your own Master. We'll apply, or challenge, your believe system, and find growth opportunity.
I have been trained in psychoanalytic theory and I practice psychodynamic, transference-focused, interpersonal therapy.
It's hard to tell if a therapist will be a good fit for you solely based on a photo and blurb. If you are tired of feeling lost and confused, struggling with anxiety or depression, wondering about relationship issues, or questioning your future, I hope you reach out for a consultation call. My goal is to help you develop a more flexible, compassionate self-image. Together, we'll explore your patterns and break down inherited scripts of how your life should look. No matter what age you are, I'm here to help. My individualized support works for children as young as 3 years old, teens, and adults.
I have been trained in psychoanalytic theory and I practice psychodynamic, transference-focused, interpersonal therapy.
It's hard to tell if a therapist will be a good fit for you solely based on a photo and blurb. If you are tired of feeling lost and confused, struggling with anxiety or depression, wondering about relationship issues, or questioning your future, I hope you reach out for a consultation call. My goal is to help you develop a more flexible, compassionate self-image. Together, we'll explore your patterns and break down inherited scripts of how your life should look. No matter what age you are, I'm here to help. My individualized support works for children as young as 3 years old, teens, and adults.
I believe relationships are our mirrors for self-understanding and growth. They can be our greatest teacher, and have the power to transform our lives for the better, or for the worse. What's more: our social landscape is changing and what we need from partnership is changing, as our culture changes. When your intimate relationships become a place of pain, grief, remorse and guilt, you may need help. As a seasoned couples and individual therapist, I am here to guide you, through loving reflection and direction. Skilled in both monogamy and non-monogamy, I am here to help. I also specialize in existential and spiritual matters.
I believe relationships are our mirrors for self-understanding and growth. They can be our greatest teacher, and have the power to transform our lives for the better, or for the worse. What's more: our social landscape is changing and what we need from partnership is changing, as our culture changes. When your intimate relationships become a place of pain, grief, remorse and guilt, you may need help. As a seasoned couples and individual therapist, I am here to guide you, through loving reflection and direction. Skilled in both monogamy and non-monogamy, I am here to help. I also specialize in existential and spiritual matters.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California, with over ten years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults in various settings. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, stress, ADHD, and depression. My work focuses on helping clients develop coping skills, navigate life stressors, embrace change, and improve their overall well-being. I believe in the power of therapy to foster growth and resilience, and I’m dedicated to guiding you on your path to emotional health and balance.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California, with over ten years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults in various settings. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, stress, ADHD, and depression. My work focuses on helping clients develop coping skills, navigate life stressors, embrace change, and improve their overall well-being. I believe in the power of therapy to foster growth and resilience, and I’m dedicated to guiding you on your path to emotional health and balance.
Dr. Kanaventi is passionate about helping families and individuals develop effective strategies to improve connection and increase resilience. She uses a creative, compassionate, curious, and collaborative approach to helping families and individuals. She demonstrates high ethical standards and a commitment to helping families and all individuals struggling. Dr. Kanaventi is unique in her approach to therapy in that her primary focus is on the current state of the family system or the individual and develop a positive connection and relationship with the person.
Dr. Kanaventi is passionate about helping families and individuals develop effective strategies to improve connection and increase resilience. She uses a creative, compassionate, curious, and collaborative approach to helping families and individuals. She demonstrates high ethical standards and a commitment to helping families and all individuals struggling. Dr. Kanaventi is unique in her approach to therapy in that her primary focus is on the current state of the family system or the individual and develop a positive connection and relationship with the person.
Anger, anxiety, depression, shame, and challenges with self-identity are often rooted in unresolved trauma. When left unaddressed, trauma can deeply impact our relationships and family dynamics. As your therapist, my goal is to collaborate with you in managing trauma-related symptoms and moving toward a more meaningful, fulfilling life. I use a client-centered approach to create a safe and supportive space where unresolved emotions and reactions can be explored. I believe that the therapeutic relationship itself is just as important as the modality used because healing begins with trust, connection, and the freedom to be vulnerable.
Anger, anxiety, depression, shame, and challenges with self-identity are often rooted in unresolved trauma. When left unaddressed, trauma can deeply impact our relationships and family dynamics. As your therapist, my goal is to collaborate with you in managing trauma-related symptoms and moving toward a more meaningful, fulfilling life. I use a client-centered approach to create a safe and supportive space where unresolved emotions and reactions can be explored. I believe that the therapeutic relationship itself is just as important as the modality used because healing begins with trust, connection, and the freedom to be vulnerable.
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, identity, and difficult life transitions? Do you find yourself feeling stuck and can’t seem to focus or move forward? There are many ways to get unstuck, and this is the work I love to do to help you heal, grow and live a more fulfilling life. I use an integrative approach including attachment-based work, DBT, CBT, IFS, and mindfulness, bringing in each as needed. Above all, I strive to hold space and empathy for your life experience.
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, identity, and difficult life transitions? Do you find yourself feeling stuck and can’t seem to focus or move forward? There are many ways to get unstuck, and this is the work I love to do to help you heal, grow and live a more fulfilling life. I use an integrative approach including attachment-based work, DBT, CBT, IFS, and mindfulness, bringing in each as needed. Above all, I strive to hold space and empathy for your life experience.
I am a registered Psychological Associate with the California Board of Psychology. I provide a safe and interactive environment for my clients to build connections with them. I also work to establish a caring relationship with my clients so that they will be able to discover their personal strengths. I have trained in several different methods of therapy such as Psychodynamic and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. I attended California Southern University for my doctoral training. I am specially trained to treat patients with Substance Use Disorder, Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia. I am bilingual and fluent in Farsi.
I am a registered Psychological Associate with the California Board of Psychology. I provide a safe and interactive environment for my clients to build connections with them. I also work to establish a caring relationship with my clients so that they will be able to discover their personal strengths. I have trained in several different methods of therapy such as Psychodynamic and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. I attended California Southern University for my doctoral training. I am specially trained to treat patients with Substance Use Disorder, Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia. I am bilingual and fluent in Farsi.
I am a couple’s therapist here to help you heal relationship stress that prevents you from moving further forward in your partnership. These emotions leave you feeling insecure, shameful, lonely, unworthy, and stuck in unhealthy patterns of behavior. Trauma can have negative emotional and physical effects and can lead to family/relationship issues. I specialize in solution-focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness and CBT. These approaches allow me to work with the client to decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression and other health/behavioral issues.
I am a couple’s therapist here to help you heal relationship stress that prevents you from moving further forward in your partnership. These emotions leave you feeling insecure, shameful, lonely, unworthy, and stuck in unhealthy patterns of behavior. Trauma can have negative emotional and physical effects and can lead to family/relationship issues. I specialize in solution-focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness and CBT. These approaches allow me to work with the client to decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression and other health/behavioral issues.
I draw from the psychodynamic approach focusing on bringing the unconscious to the conscious to get to the root of the issue and explore defense mechanisms that have been adapted along the way.
I utilize various evidence-based practices including DBT, CBT, solution-focused, polyvagel theory, EMDR, and IFS to help clients gain awareness of what is happening in their inner world and learn ways to let go of the past. I can help you gain insight that challenges negative core beliefs and work towards breaking negative cycles of trauma.
I draw from the psychodynamic approach focusing on bringing the unconscious to the conscious to get to the root of the issue and explore defense mechanisms that have been adapted along the way.
I utilize various evidence-based practices including DBT, CBT, solution-focused, polyvagel theory, EMDR, and IFS to help clients gain awareness of what is happening in their inner world and learn ways to let go of the past. I can help you gain insight that challenges negative core beliefs and work towards breaking negative cycles of trauma.
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.
You are here–seeking answers, hoping to find a safe place where you feel truly heard and guided within a professional setting. A place where the client can explore unresolved conflicts, past traumas, fears and frustrations. Gaining a sense of relief, through a better understanding of the issues they face . In time, and with your permission, we will do the collaborative work to improve our quality of life and strengthen our relationships with others and ourselves.
You are here–seeking answers, hoping to find a safe place where you feel truly heard and guided within a professional setting. A place where the client can explore unresolved conflicts, past traumas, fears and frustrations. Gaining a sense of relief, through a better understanding of the issues they face . In time, and with your permission, we will do the collaborative work to improve our quality of life and strengthen our relationships with others and ourselves.
Old memories, painful experiences, or anxious/depressive thoughts can keep us feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. If this sounds familiar, know that there is a way through.I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma and break free from patterns that no longer serve them. I am trained in EMDR that helps reduce the emotional intensity of traumatic memories. Many people find that EMDR allows them to finally release past wounds and experience a greater sense of peace and balance.
Old memories, painful experiences, or anxious/depressive thoughts can keep us feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. If this sounds familiar, know that there is a way through.I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma and break free from patterns that no longer serve them. I am trained in EMDR that helps reduce the emotional intensity of traumatic memories. Many people find that EMDR allows them to finally release past wounds and experience a greater sense of peace and balance.
When you are experiencing increased stress, anxiety, self-judgment, loneliness, or conflicting feelings about your self conception, it's hard to know where to turn. These are symptoms that develop when internal parts of us are left unknown or are misunderstood. It is natural to feel confused, insecure, and overwhelmed when clarity is obscured.
Therapy can help you regulate your emotions and integrate internal conflicts. Professionally trained in L2 Internal Family Systems, I understand the impact of complex trauma, and work from a holistic perspective to help you gain understanding and compassion for yourself as a whole person.
When you are experiencing increased stress, anxiety, self-judgment, loneliness, or conflicting feelings about your self conception, it's hard to know where to turn. These are symptoms that develop when internal parts of us are left unknown or are misunderstood. It is natural to feel confused, insecure, and overwhelmed when clarity is obscured.
Therapy can help you regulate your emotions and integrate internal conflicts. Professionally trained in L2 Internal Family Systems, I understand the impact of complex trauma, and work from a holistic perspective to help you gain understanding and compassion for yourself as a whole person.
My particular expertise is in joining any client on their journey towards reaching their goals, whether it be anxiety management, a successful life transition, processing recent or older trauma, or anything else that may be making life a bit more difficult right now. My ideal clients are adolescents or adults wanting to make change, but who aren't sure how. You are dealing with life and all of its uncertainties. I feel privileged to be invited to be your partner in helping you find the solutions that already live inside of you.
My particular expertise is in joining any client on their journey towards reaching their goals, whether it be anxiety management, a successful life transition, processing recent or older trauma, or anything else that may be making life a bit more difficult right now. My ideal clients are adolescents or adults wanting to make change, but who aren't sure how. You are dealing with life and all of its uncertainties. I feel privileged to be invited to be your partner in helping you find the solutions that already live inside of you.
Are you experiencing relationship issues with your partner or family members? I’m passionate about helping people have healthier relationships within themselves and with others. I work with couples and families who are stuck in conflict, seeking better communication, healing from past wounds, bridging cultural gaps, or adjusting to life transitions. I also provide individual therapy to support those affected by relational issues. We can work on managing anxiety, processing trauma, overcoming people-pleasing habits, improving emotional regulation, working through codependency, and embarking on a journey of healing and well-being.
Are you experiencing relationship issues with your partner or family members? I’m passionate about helping people have healthier relationships within themselves and with others. I work with couples and families who are stuck in conflict, seeking better communication, healing from past wounds, bridging cultural gaps, or adjusting to life transitions. I also provide individual therapy to support those affected by relational issues. We can work on managing anxiety, processing trauma, overcoming people-pleasing habits, improving emotional regulation, working through codependency, and embarking on a journey of healing and well-being.
My focus is to help individuals and families heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship/family issues. As the therapeutic area of concern is introduced, we can begin to work together in developing empowerment of self as we set up together healthy and achievable goals. I aim to establish include compassion, good communication and trust. In our relationship then I will work alongside you to develop your own coping tools. My approach is a person-centered (positive type) direction to further your strengths and resilience which is tailored towards your specific goals and needs.
My focus is to help individuals and families heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship/family issues. As the therapeutic area of concern is introduced, we can begin to work together in developing empowerment of self as we set up together healthy and achievable goals. I aim to establish include compassion, good communication and trust. In our relationship then I will work alongside you to develop your own coping tools. My approach is a person-centered (positive type) direction to further your strengths and resilience which is tailored towards your specific goals and needs.
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Psychodynamic Therapists
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.