Depression Therapists in Westlake Village, CA

You can have a life of abundance, peace, hope and joy and I believe one of the bravest things you can do is to begin to understand your unique story. In these challenging times, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed and need additional support. I work with individuals and couples in a safe and caring environment to overcome obstacles that keep you from having the life you want. Whether you're experiencing Anxiety, Depression , Couples Discord, Trauma or other issues that keep you from experiencing growth, we can work collaboratively to uncover unhealthy patterns, integrate coping skills and tools to gain a sense of mastery over your life.

Therapy for Individuals, Couples, and Families. You are here reading about me because you have likely been suffering – individually or with the ones you love. I have always said “We are messy people…” Our feelings, thoughts, actions often cause unintended conflict – miscommunication devolving into an increasing distance with those we intend to be closer to. Sound familiar? I have been an active advocate for families for over 30 years and a psychotherapist for nearly 20 years with a private practice focusing on Marital and Family discord, trauma recovery, severe depression , the treatment of anxiety disorders and chemical dependency

A commitment to excellence has been the guiding principle in my career. I received my training and education from prestigious programs including USC, Univ. of Michigan Medical School, UCLA Medical School, and the Ann Arbor VAMC. I have a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and a Masters in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling. I was taught and trained by some of the best in the field. I am regarded as an expert in different areas by authoring numerous peer-reviewed publications and giving dozens of presentations. I am committed to and passionate about helping people grow, change, and live fuller, happier, more productive lives.

I welcome you to contact me directly. We can take the opportunity to address your needs during a complimentary consultation either by phone or in person. Whether self-referred, referred by a friend, colleague, physician or other health professional, I can help assess and address your needs collaboratively, working along with you to resolve your issues and meet your goals. Fees are flexible.

I offer a safe, supportive and caring space open to folks of any gender, orientation, race, or religion to gain insight and change problematic patterns of behavior. I enjoy working with young adults in transition to an independent life and adults encountering life difficulties. I provide individual and couple therapy. My specialties are with eating disorders, other addictions, self harm, trauma, ADHD, anxiety and depression .

My practice reflects my belief in the power of finding one’s own agency, voice, and purpose. I aim to create a warm and safe space for clients to share their feelings and struggles, as well as to enhance their relationships with themselves, others, and the world around them. Through a non-judgmental and meaningful therapeutic relationship, my hope is that clients feel less alone with what they carry and are able to talk about their concerns and emotional experiences in order to improve their overall well-being.

My goal as a psychotherapist is to provide you with a genuine, warm, caring experience where your thoughts and feelings can be held and mended over time. Sharing the negatives of one's life and self can be such a debilitating experience. Whether you just need a listening ear or a more directive approach, I am honored to be a witness and participant in whatever modality you feel works for you. Working with adults and children over the years has changed my belief of pain and trauma. If you are ready to take that leap and trust in me, I would be honored to accompany your healing journey.

Living with anxiety, depression and or chronic disease can feel overwhelming, lonely and unpredictable. This can be an extremely challenging and stressful time. I’ll compassionately support you as you develop positive coping skills, gain perspective, engage in healthier connections and promote balance. Thus, taking you down a path to create the best version of yourself.

I do not believe in a one size fits all approach. Each person is unique and may seek therapy for his or her own individual needs and goals. My approach is collaborative, compassionate and interactive. I have a broad range of training and experience and treat struggles with anxiety, depression , bipolar disorder, traumatic experiences, substance abuse, stress management and marriage and family concerns. I feel privileged to journey with clients as they learn more about themselves and forge a path that brings about a healthier and more fulfilling way of life.

I am a Licensed Clinician (CA & OR) that takes a holistic approach to treatment. I assist adolescents, adults, and couples in achieving psychological and interpersonal health and wellness by fostering a safe and trusting space where they can explore, process, and move through life's difficulties. I understand that each of us have unique strengths, challenges, identities, and life experiences. I work with each client to tailor treatment to their individual needs so they can reach their personal and relational goals, address concerns impacting their well-being, and move towards personal growth and healing.

Dr. Mangat views therapy as a powerful tool to help people solve problems, feel empowered in their search for increasing insight and awareness, reduce emotional suffering and bring about real and lasting change. She has clinical expertise in addictions and co-occurring disorders like PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Depression and Anxiety Disorders. Whether you are struggling with emotional distress, addictive behaviors or relationship problems she will, first, work collaboratively with you to precisely define the problem and then set goals moving towards growth and change. She is skillful in different modes and theories of therapy and will precisely tailor therapy to your specific needs.

My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for you to understand yourself. We will work together to explore your thoughts, feelings and relationships. This will allow you the opportunity to grow and change in whatever way you see fit, to become the you that you really want to be.

I believe it takes an immense amount of courage to ask for help when you feel like you are struggling. Life can be unfair, relentless, scary, and exhausting at times. As a therapist, I believe that exploring the root of those negative feelings, thoughts, and/or events that happened to you can be the driving force for establishing insight and positive change in yourself and in your interpersonal relationships. I aim to create a safe, warm, and transparent space for you to feel comfortable, confident, and cared for in.

EVENING APPTS. I chose a PhD in Clinical Psychology in order to help individuals suffering with the emotional pain and upheaval that life's ups and downs can bring. I enjoy a close working relationship and collaborative trust based connection with my patients, which brings the reward of personal growth and stimulates the healing process. With more than 28 years in the mental health profession, and 25+ years in private practice, I continue working to expand my education and experience to include a wide variety of psychotherapeutical skill sets.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working with adolescents, young adults, adults, parents, and families. In addition to individual and family therapy, I have run groups with adolescents and adults. I work with a wide range of clinical issues including anxiety, depression , family conflict, self-esteem, coming out, trauma and crisis management and am passionate about working with young people, and the LGBTQ+ community. My person-centered approach to counseling involves socratic questioning, uncovering hidden strengths, and realizing one's own unique gifts.

Sometimes life events throw us into a tailspin & other times it may seem like nothing at all has occurred but life isn't what it should be. Regardless of how you got there, therapy can be a safe place to figure things out, get unstuck, & move forward towards a better life. I specialize in working with adults and adolescents on the everyday problems that get in the way of really living life.