Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Westlake Village, CA

My name is Ariana and I have a passion for serving my community, ranging from relationship and family conflict issues to managing depression and anxiety. I have been licensed and have had a private practice for over 6 years, but I have served the mental health community for over 15 years. I have worked and practiced in multiple community and mental health settings including with individuals and families struggling with domestic violence and abuse, eating disorders, addiction recovery and more in order to gain as much experience as I can to create the specialized treatment plan to meet the needs of every individual that I serve.

What if you could equip yourself with a toolset that will inform your path going forward? Let's examine what brought you to this moment, your struggles and strengths, and focus on developing effective strategies in helping you grow into an empowered state!

As a former Executive Director of a mental health residential treatment center, I have vast experience working with acute psychiatric diagnoses. I have shifted into private practice with a drive to assist individuals with resolving problematic thoughts, emotions, behaviors and actions in order for them to have a desirable quality of life and achieve mental and emotional wellness.

Considering making some changes in your life or wondering why life has you down? I trust you have good reason for being concerned. As a trauma-informed therapist and Certified Mindfulness-Informed Professional, I want to hear all about it.

If you are dealing with anxiety, depression, self doubt, grief, past trauma, difficult life transition, or if you are stuck repeating the same self-destructive patterns that create shame and sabotages your goals or relationships, then starting therapy is the first brave step to long lasting and meaningful change. I create a warm, supportive, non-judgmental environment, and work in a collaborative style with my clients. I help to dismantle harmful core beliefs, activate their inherent strengths, learn new coping skills and perspectives in order to grow in resilience, overcome struggles and empower themselves by raising self worth.

Trauma tears through our lives like a storm causing worry and sadness. You may feel fragmented and alone as you try to understand what has happened and how you'll ever be the same. Whether years ago or yesterday, trauma erodes happiness and leaves you feeling as though you can never trust or feel safe again. But there is hope. Trauma informed therapy utilizes various techniques to support the reconfiguration of thoughts and belief systems. As you walk this path, I will be with you every step of the way. Through the healing nature of the therapeutic relationship, you will begin to regain a sense of belonging and feel whole again.

We all know humans are not born with manuals, instead, we have to learn as we grow! Living should be easy, but it is inevitable that we will encounter instances in our lives when we feel stuck, confused, angry and sad. It is during this time we often seek professional help to find change, direction, awareness and support. Together, we can navigate through the current struggles, as well as, the good days to find coping skills and solutions that are useful to daily living.

Whether you are looking to improve what is already working or are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, loss or even the daily challenges of being a caregiver to a loved one, together we can work to help you live your very best life.

It can be challenging to find a therapist who gets you and can hold space for what you're dealing with. I help my clients achieve post-traumatic growth in a relaxed environment through my straightforward (no BS), compassionate, and respectful approach. I understand healing can be messy and growth can be uncomfortable, so I blend empathy and genuine curiosity with some dark humor and the occasional f-bomb to create a brave space for my clients to work through their most challenging experiences.

Thank you for visiting me here. I understand that it’s a big deal to reach out for support. It suggests that something isn’t feeling right in your life and you’re ready to make a change. I support people to heal their wounds and discover wholeness, authenticity, and meaning in their lives through mind, body, and soul centered therapy. Maybe you’re in the midst of a major life change or transition. Perhaps you're suffering from a broken heart, crushed dreams, or difficult relationships. Maybe you feel stuck, lost, or hopeless. I want to help you feel better.

I bring the core values of respect, empowerment, and empathy to my clinical work. With over 11 years of experience in women's issues; including domestic violence, life transitions, grief/loss, depression and anxiety. I have gained experience working with a wide range of clinical issues and my client population has been diverse in terms of cultural, social, and ethnic backgrounds. Clients have included families, couples, children, teens, individual adults, several groups, and mandated clients.

I believe that effective therapy begins by focusing on fostering basic trust in our relationship. My foremost priority is to provide a caring, respectful response to my clients' emotional and psychological needs so that honest personal exploration can take place. I will be there to provide encouragement, sincere feedback, and support you in change. Once the source of your pain is clearly seen, discussed openly, and solutions are generated, joy and personal growth have the opportunity to return.

I look forward to working with you and will focus on helping you discover your optimal self. Understanding yourself, how your mind works, and what you bring to any situation can help you make good choices in life. I specialize in helping couples improve the patterns of how they relate to develop the relationship they really wish they had. See: LorraineRosePhD.com