Gottman Method Therapists in Ventura, CA

I believe we are hardwired for connection. When we feel disconnected from ourselves, we feel disconnected from our lives and others. My goal for you is to have a healthy and happy life and good relationships. I help individuals, and couples get through challenging times in the areas of addiction, intimacy, communication, anxiety/depression and life transitions. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and addiction. I am a CSAT-candidate (certified sex addiction therapist-candidate), certified alcohol & drug counselor and fully trained in EMDR to treat trauma. My goal is to help you feel better and live better.

If you’re feeling stuck, afraid, lost, or hopeless, you don’t have to go through it alone. Maybe hopelessness is a new feeling for you, or maybe it’s all too familiar. Perhaps you’re feeling stuck in your marriage or relationship, your faith or spirituality, your sex life, your addictions, or your sense of purpose or identity in life. Wherever you find yourself, I believe that there is more for you. It is my goal to provide a comfortable and non-judgmental environment where I can help you process what you decide to share with me.

I love working with couples as well as individuals interested in hike or nature-based therapy. From our very first session you will take home practical tools for both communication and relaxation. In moments of stress, you will have less blaming ways to express what you need to keep things from escalating. For those times when you do lose your cool, you will know more about calming yourself down before saying something you regret. I'll help you learn to be kinder to yourself, to be aware of how you talk to yourself. For starters, don't believe everything you think!

There are many things in life that we feel prepared for. The things we know we can handle. Then there are those things that hit us in the back of the head because we never saw them coming-at least not in the way that we expected. Being blindsided with change can interfere with life in ways we never knew how to expect or handle. Processing this on it’s own might be manageable until we realize we have to combine that with the normal day to day stuff that doesn’t go away. All these things that we used to be able to “handle” all of a sudden leave you feeling stuck, possibly even frightened and unsure of yourself. That’s where I come in.

I believe that in order for an individual to truly make progress in therapy, they must have a safe and comfortable space to do so. Finding a therapist who is a good match is as important as the work you do in session. I offer a comfortable environment and a non-judgmental listening ear. Using humor in the healing process is just as important as empathy and understanding. I believe the journey of therapy is to be done as a team. As a therapist, it is my main goal to support and encourage my clients as well as ask thought provoking and insightful questions. I would love to support you on your journey, I know it’s not easy alone.

Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or frustrated? Is stress or worry keeping you up at night? Are you having difficulty following through with plans or your activities of daily living? Are you having challenges with getting or staying clean and sober? Are past experiences impacting your current relationships? Are you experiencing grief or loss in your life? Are you being affected by anxiety, depression, or past trauma? Are you going through a life transition? Therapy is a place to be heard, understood, and cared for in a safe environment. It is also a place to be validated and empowered.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? Whether you're dealing with internal or external issues, I am here to provide you with a safe and confidential space to explore your feelings and gain insights into your struggles. I can help you develop coping skills, understand your thoughts and emotions, and improve your overall well-being with yourself and in your relationships. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or any other personal challenges, I can help you start your journey towards healing and growth. Don't wait to take care of yourself, contact me today to schedule a free consultation.

As you enter tonight's journal entry you sit here thinking how can I create my OWN self-identity outside of my cultural identity and cultural conditioning? Many thoughts are coming to your mind, that cause inner conflict. You begin thinking about your self-identity, cultural expectations, cultural conditioning, and having a voice. Do you lay awake at night thinking about how you can break-free from societal, cultural expectations. Do you wonder what if would be like to live by your OWN choices, how happy you’d feel, whether that is choosing the career YOU want, the person YOU want to marry?

When life is overwhelming or you feel stuck, I can help you move toward self-management, joy and purpose. In a comfortable, positive and safe environment, I help couples learn to communicate gently and openly so that they can enjoy a deeply connected relationship. I help parents and teens to adjust, team-up and learn to talk to one another through life's biggest hurdles. Let's create a plan and execute it, moving from self-doubt to confidence, from anger to understanding and freedom, and from anxiety to peace of mind.

Attention: Due to the high volume of calls, I am only accepting email communication at the moment.( Please click on "Email me" button if you'd like to communicate with me) Life can sometimes leave us feeling stuck, I am committed to working alongside you on your journey to living a more fulfilling life. My mission as a psychotherapist is to guide you towards better functioning in all areas of your life. I believe everyone has the right to live a productive and vibrant life. I specialize in working with a adults experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, PTSD, and complex trauma.

My specialties are in the areas of child and adult transitions, parenting, relationship challenges and clinical issues such as anxiety, depression, mood and anger. Additionally, I have experience with families dealing with child abuse and family custody challenges. My intensive clinical training and therapeutic skills help many people navigate through life's inherent up and downs, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Coping Skills Development with a Solution-Focused approach. I like to focus on what I can do to help, keep the communication high and empower people to get motivated and active in their life solutions.

Feeling overwhelmed or not like yourself lately? Has becoming a mom impacted your relationship? Finding yourself resentful or irritable as times? If this sounds familiar, I would love to connect for a free 15-minute consultation to discuss how I can help. I love helping women and fellow moms to overcome the symptoms of anxiety, depression, or ADHD that have pulled them away from the life that they want. I believe when we gain insight and understanding about what we are experiencing, learn effective strategies to challenge our symptoms, and have the right support, we can take back our lives and things CAN get better.

West Valley Counseling Center offers a wide range of therapeutic interventions and services to bring affordable mental health services to the San Fernando Valley. Our qualified therapists work with individuals, relationships, traditional families, and non-traditional families to help ease life's burdens and to provide specialty services, such as marriage counseling, child custody mediation, and parenting education.