Art Therapy in Westlake Village, CA

You will be in an environment where you will be heard, seen and nurtured to see your challenges, not as obstacles, but rather, as an invitation to see things differently. We will examine, explore and reframe, leading you with greater ease to make new choices, which can enhance your self-esteem, functioning and relationships. You will be given tools to gain perspective, insight, self-compassion, and greater emotional regulation. You will be given the opportunity to use art therapy, a tool which requires no skill, but only willingness, to add a profound new level of insight to your talk therapy.

Hello, I am so happy you are here and ready to start a new "chapter". I am currently accepting clients both on zoom and in person age 2-22 with a variety of concerns ranging from anxiety to behavioral challenges. I have a vast experience in working with children and adolescents within all levels from private practice to residential . I come from a creative approach to therapy making it fun and inviting while instilling growth and meeting goals. I hope that this step allows you and your child/teen to find peace and can create a tool box that will last a life time. I am looking forward to connecting with you and your child/adolescent.

Are you experiencing difficulties adjusting to separation, divorce, chronic illness, or loss of a loved one? Do you suffer from depression, anxiety, trauma, or relationship problems that make you feel stuck? We all go through transitions in life, and at times, may need support to feel empowered and whole again. As a therapist, I offer an atmosphere of warmth, empathy, openness, and creativity to help you take control of your life and make meaningful changes. I work collaboratively with individuals, couples, and families during their difficult times and help them to reach their goals toward a healthier life and thrive.

I specialize in working with children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families. As a Marriage and Family Therapist and Art Therapist I utilize a variety of techniques to provide coping strategies to help with the challenges you are facing and help you reach your goals.

Specializing in the treatment of trauma, grief, loss, depression and anxiety. I believe in a holistic approach designed to address both body and mind. By using modalities such as Mindfulness, EMDR and Integrative Somatic Therapy (TRM), as well as Art Therapy, I strive always to be gentle and supportive and to let you, the client set the pace and parameters of therapy. With 24 years of experience, I work with a broad range of problems with individuals, couples and families.

You've known that some issues have been always holding you back from reaching your full potential in life, career, and relationships. You realize that these unresolved and unattended issues do not serve your life, and keep sabotaging your happiness on different levels... Perhaps, you even tried working through some of them on your own, but deep down you know you need some external help and guidance to heal from them. You would like to reach some peace, let go of pain, learn how to accept and love yourself better, learn some real tools and skills to be more resilient, feel strong and confident, and be able to enjoy life.

I am eager to serve a client who is looking to set personal and professional boundaries, develop coping skills, process something from the past, or learn ways to better deal with others. Together we will create a realistic treatment plan and get you on the life path you were meant to be on. I offer a multicultural approach to my work, inviting people of different cultures, ethnicities, races, LGBTQ+ identities, and ages to feel comfortable in a shared space with me. I specialize in Art therapy which means we can use art in therapy to unearth visual representations of the unconscious mind.

I Wendy De Augustine, L.M.F.T., MA., am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have a MA in Art Therapy. I specialize in individual, couple, group and family therapy. My areas of focus include art therapy, narrative therapy and working with children, adolescents and adults. I received a 62-unit Masters of Arts degree in Psychology with a major in Marriage and Family Therapy/Art Therapy from Phillips Graduate Institute. I work extensively with depressed teens and adults, utlizing different techniques through a Narrative and Post Modern lens to provide what is most helpful to my clients.

Are you walking on eggshells? Do you even know how to say what you feel? Are you looking for connection and only find disconnection? Does it seem like you are haunted by the past? Sometimes depression and anxiety tell you how you should feel. Your history likes to persuade you to believe what is best. It can cloud your view of goals and motivation. It wants you to believe everything that it is saying. Let's learn to stand up and speak your truth. What do you really want from your life, your relationship, your direction?

Do you want to stop skimming the surface and get to the heart of what's holding you back? Do you want to do that in a safe, supportive environment at your own pace? Do you want to do that with someone who believes you have the ability to free yourself and move ahead? There's never a better time to start than now.

At A Place to Turn, we understand that your journey to well-being is unique, and our approach to holistic healing is tailored to meet your individual needs. Our ideal client is someone seeking not just relief from symptoms but a comprehensive transformation that encompasses physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Their goal is beyond symptom relief but a profound sense of balance, purpose, and vitality. Our clients desire a holistic approach seeking the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. A Place to Turn becomes the refuge where their needs for deep healing, personal growth, and a renewed sense of purpose converge.

As a therapist, I empathize with the barriers and challenges that can impede your ability to function effectively in your life. I specialize in treating individuals with anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as I specialize in working with teens and pre-teens. My goal with therapy is to provide a safe and warm space where we can explore and create change together. Whether you seek individual growth or wish to improve relationships, I assist individuals of diverse ages dealing with a spectrum of issues, all striving to create transformation in their lives.

Imagination is deeply incorporated into my practice, working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples from a creative and empathic perspective. Connection, depth, creativity and personal evolution are the goals for all sessions, rooted in belief that the techniques we use in therapy are only as powerful as the relationships we build.

The Professional Wellness Academy specializes in focused, integrated Counseling Treatment. ProWellness Academy services individuals, Hospitals, facilities and MAT physician’s patients suffering from Substance Use and/or Behavioral Wellness Disorders. ProWellness Academy has office locations in most major cities and also provides seamless Hipaa Compliant TELEHEALTH software for the home bound; we are committed to evidence-based, “Whole Approach” to treatment that incorporates multidisciplinary modalities. Hand-in-hand with our professional network of therapists, counselors, physicians, and case managers; we pursue excellence.

My practice primarily focuses on working with today's youth. When working with children, teens and young adults, my first priority to build and unique and genuine relationship built on trust. I work collaboratively with my clients to determine what the goals of treatment are and how to achieve them. Whether you are going through a life transition, suffering from anxiety, depression, experiencing conflict in a relationship, or within your self, we can work together to find the tools that will best fit your needs.

I offer mental health services to individuals, couples, and families who are seeking a safe and comfortable environment to discuss their current challenges and focus on their goals.

I am Cheri McDonald Ph.D., LMFT, PATP, a creative visionary with a passion for healing individuals, families, and communities. Drawing from my 35-year private psychotherapy practice at A Place To Turn, I've cultivated wisdom and knowledge that form the foundation of my Holistic Integral Training (HIT). This modality leads to profound, long-lasting healing in the mind, body, and spirit. I stand as a holistic leader and mentor in the mental health realm. With the transformation of the world today and the increasing need to provide healing for the most complex times, I have founded Alternative Place 2 Turn, LLC..

My therapeutic approach stems from the belief that at some point in our lives, we all could benefit from speaking to a professional to help us navigate through whatever issues are holding us back. For some, the desire to seek support happens early in life and for others it happens later. Whether issues stem from life changes, mental health disorders, or external stressors, I believe now is always the right time to start working towards a greater understanding of yourself and your needs. Through working in collaboration with my clients, I hope to help them heal and become the best version of themselves that they've ever known.

Finding the right support for your child can be exhausting, in my practice, you can feel at ease and empowered that your child is getting the support they need. It is my priority to create a safe and nurturing environment for your child to support them in finding self-confidence, self-awareness and reconnecting them to their families. I work collaboratively with my clients and their parents to ensure that they are getting the best treatment possible. I utilize individualized, creative and evidenced-based approaches when working with children/adolescents to create a fun, and engaging environment.