Spirituality Therapists in Ventura, CA

I work with people who feel stuck, unfulfilled or wanting to expand their life but can't seem to find a personal direction. Our time together consists of teaching and guiding over a 3-month period leading you to craft your own PATH TO FULFILLMENT. The weeks unfold as personalized lessons on the current mind/body/spirit skills that move you into building self confidence, understanding your uniqueness and sustaining self-love - these facets create your INNER FOUNDATION - the absolute springboard needed for growing, building or expanding your desired life.

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.

My specialty is Health Psychology. Health Psychology focuses on how our biology, psychology, spirituality, and social factors influence our health and illness. It recognizes the strong connection between our body and our mind. The word ‘health’ has roots defining it as wholeness. While illness may challenge our sense of self, I believe wholeness can be found. Major life events or changes in our health can cause us to reflect on our priorities and desire for change. Holding space for inner emotional work can empower us to make the changes necessary to create the life we want.

FOR DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, RELATIONSHIPS, ADDICTION, TRAUMA: I blend psychology and spirituality to treat uncomfortable emotions, relationship issues, feelings of isolation, the monkey mind of the ego, as well as heavy, stuck energy that needs releasing. Psychodynamic therapy, guided meditation, and shamanic modes of healing can help shift the way you think and feel. As Einstein put it: "No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it." Using an integrative approach we will connect with your higher self and beyond to experience real transformation and change of consciousness.

Being blindsided with change can interfere with life in ways we never knew how to expect or handle. There are many things in life that we feel prepared for. But sometimes, 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. Processing this on it’s own might be manageable until we realize we have to combine that with the normal day to day life 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 ready to help..

Have you been struggling with an alcohol or substance use disorder? Are you looking for someone who understands the struggles you are facing based on personal experience? My doctoral dissertation on substance abuse has provided me with broad knowledge of evidenced based strategies used to treat addiction. I have experience supporting my clients that seek help in the following areas, relationships, spirituality, stress, depression, and anxiety. The use of inspiration and humor are common in session. Please contact me to schedule a free consultation. I'm looking forward to hearing about how I may be of assistance to you.

I come from diverse backgrounds including Native American Mexica, Spanish, and European descent. In California, I provided therapy services in community clinics, schools, after-school programs and homes. I first moved to Hawai’i over a decade ago and am so grateful for online platforms now allowing me to utilizing my CA LMFT license in private practice. My journey has taken me to Europe, Asia, Mexico and the Hawaiian Islands, where I delved into fine art, various healing arts, spirituality, meditation, and indigenous ceremonies to help align you to wisdom’s higher truths.

With well over 20 years experience working with clients in various settings, I still find it an honor and joy to witness personal transformations. I provide a warm, safe, and non- judgmental space where children, teens, and adults can reflect on how they are developing and explore what changes they want to create for themselves. I join clients in creating attainable goals that help find balance, satisfaction, and well being in all areas of one's life.

If you are browsing this site, you are likely looking for a safe, competent person to help you sort through a difficult issue. I am a warm, highly experienced therapist with specialties in the areas of eating disorders, codependency, addiction, attachment trauma, and spiritual abuse. I understand the complexity and depth of disordered eating and body-related issues. Also, if you suspect you may have a parent or significant figure in your life with a personality disorder, I can help you heal the attachment trauma and empower your true self. I also work with those navigating relationship with church and spirituality.

Feeling overwhelmed? Are you in search of a compassionate listener? Someone to support your journey? Let's see if we are a a good fit. I can help you retrieve lost parts of self resulting in a more rewarding life, and resolving emotional trauma that may be interfering with your present. Together, we might access dreams, expressive arts, EMDR, metaphor, movement, mindfulness and mythology, as we journey together through your process. My goal is to collaborate with you to set reachable goals, being with you in the process. I look forward to walking with you through the steps of your journey.

Do you struggle with emotional eating? My specialization is in women's issues. I take a somatic approach, viewing the body as an incredible resource for uncovering insight, information and healing. I believe the body is an incredible avenue that guides us to know ourselves more deeply. In my practice, I specialize in supporting teens, young adults and Women in the recovery of emotional eating and body image. I hold a warm and compassionate space for the therapeutic journey. Alongside individual therapy, I am a holistic health coach. I lead a virtual online course for Women struggling with emotional eating and negative body image.

Your Life Matters. We are all here to experience more joy, success, and fulfillment in life. Whether you have an emotional issue such as depression or anxiety, an addiction, or a problem with your relationship, I can help you work through your challenges and create positive changes in your life. My clients' greatest successes have come from being supported in finding the answers to their problems and building new skills and actions to move forward. As a licensed Therapist I've helped people find positive solutions to their problems, issues, and challenges for over 25 years. I can help you too. Reach out and get some support today!

I offer a space in which we pay close attention to what is happening in and around you—emotionally, spiritually, bodily, relationally—and provide a sense of calm as we do so. We work together to connect you to the meaning beneath the surface of your pain, bringing not only relief but an increased capacity to tolerate future struggles as well. Part of our work will involve exploring your life's patterns and expanding the awareness needed to helpfully shift them. You will grow non-judgmental curiosity about yourself and others through this process, which will nurture a richer and freer engagement in your relationships.

I have been a therapist for more than 30 years and recently have graduated from a three year Bible college. My specialty is addressing the whole person, psychologically, emotionally and spiritually. My ideal client is anyone who wants to grow in self but also in God.

Attune to moments of heightened awareness in order to move through life with greater ease. Track “breakthrough-clarity" and use it as an inner compass. Embody gentleness towards the nonlinear nature of personal evolution. Activate supportive guides & allies. Increase natural capacities of awareness, curiosity, & receptivity. The Dreamscapes Alchemical Manifestation model (DAM) can help you find your Alchemy Door, build the framework for an individually tailored transformative experience, and embark on a journey of Manifestation- through meaningful internal and external landscapes (Dreamscapes)- by attuning to the Quest for clarity.

I believe the therapeutic relationship can be used to develop insight into patterns of interaction and connection to self and others. If clients are so inclined, I am happy to use spiritual tools such as astrology and divination tools to dive deep into the psyche. My hope is that I can assist and guide clients to develop internal trust and to live a joyful and autonomous life. I strongly feel that a non-judgmental and authentic stance can help support clients to feel more relaxed and present in their lives and help clients listen to their intuition to make life choices which are aligned with their values.

I believe that where there is life, there is always hope. Even though at times you may feel hope-less, there is always the possibility of renewal and creation of the kind of existence you wish for.

Are you currently navigating the depths of depression? Does anxiety grip you tightly amidst a world of constant change and division? Perhaps your faith or belief system is undergoing profound questioning, and you long for a space to openly explore your thoughts and emotions. Alternatively, you might be trapped in a difficult relationship, feeling powerless and uncertain about the path forward. No matter what brings you here, I want you to know I'm glad you've taken this important step.

Feeling overwhelmed? Are you or your teen an empath? Do you find that you absorb the emotions of others? Do you leave gatherings early due to feelings of overwhelm? I offer specialized techniques for highly sensitive people or those experiencing anxiety and depression. Together we will uncover what barriers towards wellness have been created in your life and find tools to help you reclaim a sense of peace.