Psychodynamic Therapists in Vista, CA
Does it look like you have it all together on the outside, but deep down you feel anxious, exhausted, or empty? It seems like happiness is something "out there" or baked into your next achievement, but when you actually get what you're striving for, the emptiness quickly returns? Or maybe you feel like something is "off" in your life, but you can't pinpoint exactly what it is? As a (recovering) perfectionist myself, I've been there & I get it. I have a passion for helping adults and adolescents deepen their connection to themselves to get to the root of symptoms such as chronic anxiety, perfectionism, & relational instability.
Does it look like you have it all together on the outside, but deep down you feel anxious, exhausted, or empty? It seems like happiness is something "out there" or baked into your next achievement, but when you actually get what you're striving for, the emptiness quickly returns? Or maybe you feel like something is "off" in your life, but you can't pinpoint exactly what it is? As a (recovering) perfectionist myself, I've been there & I get it. I have a passion for helping adults and adolescents deepen their connection to themselves to get to the root of symptoms such as chronic anxiety, perfectionism, & relational instability.
My area of expertise is romantic love and relational compatibility. In addition to helping clients cope with anxiety and depression, I help them avoid the relationship mistakes most people make and learn how to find and foster a successful relationship. I have been teaching seminars on love and marriage for 26 years. While my clients find my style sensitive and supportive, they also appreciate that I go beyond active listening and reflection and challenge them with questions that lead them to deeper levels of insight and awareness.
My area of expertise is romantic love and relational compatibility. In addition to helping clients cope with anxiety and depression, I help them avoid the relationship mistakes most people make and learn how to find and foster a successful relationship. I have been teaching seminars on love and marriage for 26 years. While my clients find my style sensitive and supportive, they also appreciate that I go beyond active listening and reflection and challenge them with questions that lead them to deeper levels of insight and awareness.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with individuals, couples, and families who want to improve communication, resolve conflict, and create meaningful connections. In our work together, I aim to provide warmth and guidance while helping you discover new options for living and relating well. My approach to therapy is both compassionate and directive. I listen deeply to your story while also using the specific conflicts and challenges you’ve faced as tools to uncover what’s not working and create healthier alternatives.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with individuals, couples, and families who want to improve communication, resolve conflict, and create meaningful connections. In our work together, I aim to provide warmth and guidance while helping you discover new options for living and relating well. My approach to therapy is both compassionate and directive. I listen deeply to your story while also using the specific conflicts and challenges you’ve faced as tools to uncover what’s not working and create healthier alternatives.
Life seems intense, overwhelming, or stressful right now. Fear, anger, and exhaustion are familiar emotions. Your parent/boss/spouse just doesn't get it and you don't know how to explain it to them. Perhaps you're questioning your identity, coming out to your family or to your child(ren), experiencing separation/divorce, ready to transition, or coping with loss. You want a safe place to discuss and leave behind feelings of loneliness, sadness, and confusion. You want to figure out a way to get through the week (the day!) and the next. You want relief. You want to be understood. Let's talk. Your first phone consultation is free.
Life seems intense, overwhelming, or stressful right now. Fear, anger, and exhaustion are familiar emotions. Your parent/boss/spouse just doesn't get it and you don't know how to explain it to them. Perhaps you're questioning your identity, coming out to your family or to your child(ren), experiencing separation/divorce, ready to transition, or coping with loss. You want a safe place to discuss and leave behind feelings of loneliness, sadness, and confusion. You want to figure out a way to get through the week (the day!) and the next. You want relief. You want to be understood. Let's talk. Your first phone consultation is free.
Are you experiencing anxiety or have history of trauma? I work with individual adults struggling with anxiety, stress, trauma, shame, boundary and self-esteem issues. Offering a spiritual, sensitive, holistic, client-centered approach, I can guide those who are seeking a place of healing and stability. Focusing on your strengths we'll work together to uncover insights and unhealthy patterns to discover solutions and help identify new perspectives for building your resilience. Mental health problems don't define who you are. They are something you experience. You walk in the rain and you feel the rain, but, you are NOT the rain.
Are you experiencing anxiety or have history of trauma? I work with individual adults struggling with anxiety, stress, trauma, shame, boundary and self-esteem issues. Offering a spiritual, sensitive, holistic, client-centered approach, I can guide those who are seeking a place of healing and stability. Focusing on your strengths we'll work together to uncover insights and unhealthy patterns to discover solutions and help identify new perspectives for building your resilience. Mental health problems don't define who you are. They are something you experience. You walk in the rain and you feel the rain, but, you are NOT the rain.
"Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen." Brene Brown It takes tremendous courage and strength to read out for guidance. Each of us has developed a set of beliefs which shape our world. These beliefs influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I am empathic, down-to-earth, and easy to talk to. I am skilled at helping individuals and couples understand themselves in a new light - increasing personal growth, self-discovery, and self-empowerment.
"Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen." Brene Brown It takes tremendous courage and strength to read out for guidance. Each of us has developed a set of beliefs which shape our world. These beliefs influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I am empathic, down-to-earth, and easy to talk to. I am skilled at helping individuals and couples understand themselves in a new light - increasing personal growth, self-discovery, and self-empowerment.
Welcoming New Patients! Natalie is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, Tricare, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Grounding her practice in warmth and compassion, Natalie helps clients understand how past relationships and life experiences may be shaping the way they feel, cope, and connect with others today. She has extensive experience helping clients who have experienced trauma, as well as those managing more than one challenge at a time.
Welcoming New Patients! Natalie is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, Tricare, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Grounding her practice in warmth and compassion, Natalie helps clients understand how past relationships and life experiences may be shaping the way they feel, cope, and connect with others today. She has extensive experience helping clients who have experienced trauma, as well as those managing more than one challenge at a time.
There are times in life when we reach a point in which positive change needs to occur. Perhaps you've been dealing with the same issue for a long time, or maybe new challenges have arisen that you need help navigating. If any of this applies to you or your child/teen, or if you're simply seeking to reach some desired goals, I hope that you will consider contacting me.
There are times in life when we reach a point in which positive change needs to occur. Perhaps you've been dealing with the same issue for a long time, or maybe new challenges have arisen that you need help navigating. If any of this applies to you or your child/teen, or if you're simply seeking to reach some desired goals, I hope that you will consider contacting me.
Ms. James is a licensed therapist at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has extensive expertise in clinical assessment, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and program management for clients with complex mental health, trauma, and substance use disorders. She has served as an adjunct professor at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work and is recognized for her ethical practice, strong leadership, and commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
Ms. James is a licensed therapist at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has extensive expertise in clinical assessment, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and program management for clients with complex mental health, trauma, and substance use disorders. She has served as an adjunct professor at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work and is recognized for her ethical practice, strong leadership, and commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
Hi, my name is Lynda Onyshko, and I'm based in Ventura County and working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adolescents, pre-teens, and adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, anger management, and relationship issues. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance therapy to help my clients make the most progress, start feeling better, and start the road to recovery! I work to build a powerful relationship between us with active listening. Setting goals include building communication skills to interact with you in a positive way.
Hi, my name is Lynda Onyshko, and I'm based in Ventura County and working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adolescents, pre-teens, and adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, anger management, and relationship issues. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance therapy to help my clients make the most progress, start feeling better, and start the road to recovery! I work to build a powerful relationship between us with active listening. Setting goals include building communication skills to interact with you in a positive way.
Using a psychodynamic approach, I help clients understand the roots of their patterns while developing healthier boundaries, improving relationships, and building a stronger, more authentic sense of self.
Many of the adults I work with come to therapy because they're feeling worried, overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness, or relationship challenges, but they can't always pinpoint why they feel the way they do.
As we work together, we begin to uncover the patterns that may be contributing to these struggles. Understanding these patterns isn't about dwelling on the past, it's about making sense of the present so you can respond differently moving forward.
Using a psychodynamic approach, I help clients understand the roots of their patterns while developing healthier boundaries, improving relationships, and building a stronger, more authentic sense of self.
Many of the adults I work with come to therapy because they're feeling worried, overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness, or relationship challenges, but they can't always pinpoint why they feel the way they do.
As we work together, we begin to uncover the patterns that may be contributing to these struggles. Understanding these patterns isn't about dwelling on the past, it's about making sense of the present so you can respond differently moving forward.
As a queer, person of color and non-binary therapist, I take pride in providing a genuine, lighthearted, non-judgmental but direct approach to those managing mental health and/or relationship issues. I also specialize in LGBTQ+/GSRD (Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diverse) issues including gender therapy to the Trans community and their families/partners. I utilize an eclectic style with various modalities and interventions including DBT, CBT, IFS and whatever may be relevant for YOUR treatment and success.
As a queer, person of color and non-binary therapist, I take pride in providing a genuine, lighthearted, non-judgmental but direct approach to those managing mental health and/or relationship issues. I also specialize in LGBTQ+/GSRD (Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diverse) issues including gender therapy to the Trans community and their families/partners. I utilize an eclectic style with various modalities and interventions including DBT, CBT, IFS and whatever may be relevant for YOUR treatment and success.
Hello, my name is Sonia Díaz, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist working with clients all over California via telehealth. It is my passion to support others as they seek to better their lives and bring about wellness in many different areas. My approach is holistic in nature and client-centered. In this way, we can incorporate an integrative and humanistic approach that respects, validates, and supports your individual goals.
Hello, my name is Sonia Díaz, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist working with clients all over California via telehealth. It is my passion to support others as they seek to better their lives and bring about wellness in many different areas. My approach is holistic in nature and client-centered. In this way, we can incorporate an integrative and humanistic approach that respects, validates, and supports your individual goals.
As a psychotherapist, I create a safe and supportive environment for my clients. I am passionate about helping those who are struggling and want to provide the unique tools and techniques to empower them to make positive changes. I believe that by building trust and a strong therapeutic relationship, we can work together to help the client reach their goals and find a sense of peace and balance in life. I encourage clients to take an active role in their treatment process by engaging in self-reflection , and identifying areas of growth.
As a psychotherapist, I create a safe and supportive environment for my clients. I am passionate about helping those who are struggling and want to provide the unique tools and techniques to empower them to make positive changes. I believe that by building trust and a strong therapeutic relationship, we can work together to help the client reach their goals and find a sense of peace and balance in life. I encourage clients to take an active role in their treatment process by engaging in self-reflection , and identifying areas of growth.
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