Weight Loss Therapists in Westlake Village, CA

I love being able to do the work that I do. I feel so fortunate to be able to help people in meeting their goals and building skills for coping with various life stressors. I feel that I have strengths in quickly connecting and helping people to feel comfortable with therapy, which can be uncomfortable at first. I always adapt treatments for what individuals need, and never uses a "one size fits all" philosophy. Each person has specific strengths and needs. Let's partner together to help you in meeting your needs.

I have a passion for helping people of all ages relieve & control stress, anxiety, fears, phobias, ADD, ADHD, OCD, IBS, pain and weight issues. I also help people free themselves from smoking, drug, alcohol and food addictions. I am an accredited and approved Mandatory Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) presenter specifically for Stress & Substance Abuse for attorneys, paralegals and C.P.A.s. One of my specialties is weight release as a Certified Weight Loss & Hypnosis Specialist. I am also a Certified Coach Practitioner, specializing in life, business and executive coaching to help people reach their personal and professional goals.

Hello and welcome! I work with children, teens and adults who are looking for healthier ways to cope with life’s challenges. I have been practicing psychology for 15 years and find it extremely rewarding to watch clients grow and reach their goals. My specialty is in Anxiety Disorders in children and adults. I also have vast experience treating Eating Disorders. I am a results-oriented therapist. I believe therapy is a collaborative process and our sessions are used for both self-awareness, and to help you gain skills so you can move towards a more fulfilling life.

Through hypnotherapy or Reiki you can find self improvement. Stress relief, weight loss , fears/phobias and letting go of grief are some of the issues I help clients with. I also work in conjunction with doctors to help with medical issues such as pain relief, dentist care, etc. Hypnosis helps you access the larger part of your mind (the subconscious) responsible for automatic behavior. Through suggestions you can achieve transformation by letting go of limiting beliefs. Some clients prefer Japanese Reiki energy sessions which help balance the body mentally, physically and emotionally.

Is there something about yourself that if that one thing were better, your life would work better? I can help you change that one thing. Through the use of affirmations, you are able to change your thinking and effect change in your life. Weight management, smoking cessation, test preparation, sports performance, anxiety and stress reduction are a few of the areas that I can help you with. I excel in and I am trained in: Emotional Freedom Technique, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Weight Management, and Therapeutic Imagery.

To put it simply, I love people. I work from a direct approach so my Ideal client includes those who are willing to do the work by actively participating in their personal growth as we combat the current challenges they may face. I believe in the mantra, "Two minds are greater than one." As a result, I advocate innovative ways starting where you are at for change in mind, body and spirit. I offer tools and modalities together with you toward gaining the necessary insight and increase awareness for change for health, well-being and happiness.

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 treat individuals for depression, anxiety, trauma, issues related to aging and life transitions, issues related to grief and loss, and a number of other life stressors. I work with all ages and stages of development, including older adults, and have specialized training to work with young children as well. I enjoy helping people through understanding the various parts of life.

I believe that change is possible for anyone who wants it. It is my passion to help you on your journey to a joyful and satisfying life. I do this by using cognitive behavioral techniques and providing a safe and loving environment in which to heal old wounds and give you tools to manage your current challenges. This includes; anxiety, depression, addiction, food and body issues, or relational problems. Wherever you find yourself I can help you to develop a compassionate view of yourself and empower you to take steps towards getting your unmet needs fulfilled.

My role as a therapist is not about helping others. It is about giving guidance and focusing on self-empowerment to my clients so they can have the tools to assist themselves. Prior to private practice, I worked at treatment facilities for both substance abuse and eating disorders, worked with victims of crimes (domestic violence and sexual abuse), and a suicide hotline.

In my practice, I strive to give you the best opportunity at self-reflection and growth. I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults who are struggling with mood disorders and cognitive disabilities. I work with my clients to understand their stressors that come from living day to day life, fearing the unknown and not knowing the tools to curb emotional distress. With my experience in residential and lower levels of care, as well as group therapy settings, I strive to meet you where you are at therapeutically. Part of my therapeutic approach includes in session practice of skills as well as online resources.

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.

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.

Welcome! I'm a person-centered therapist who believes each of us has the answers for life's most important questions. I believe in living your truth, showing up for yourself & in your relationships. I hold true to my traditional values of family, shared humanity, freedom of speech, freedom of expression, self-accountability, and self-compassion. In my role as a therapist, I share insight & guide my clients to look within, to proactively make choices that lead to gratifying relationships , sense of purpose, personal accountability & self-determination.

Whether you are clear about what is troubling you or have something like a vague, insistent sense of not feeling good about your life, I offer a warm, collaborative relationship to explore, heal and grow. You can expect to feel a stronger sense of yourself and better able to tackle the issues at hand. You can expect to feel more responsive, less reactive in your life.

Would you like to take control of your life? With the global pandemic at hand and things changing on a daily basis, taking control seems nearly impossible these days. We can. Do you repeatedly find yourself in relationships that hurt? Does pain from your past keep you from enjoying your life now? If so, I can help you learn to stop the pattern and start enjoying life. Change is possible, and you do not have to go on living in pain. We can work together to identify what is preventing you from living your life the way you have always wanted to, and with my training and experience, I can help you get where you want to go quickly.

You spend your days endlessly and painfully obsessing over what you did or didn't eat, how much you did or didn't exercise, or how uncomfortable you feel in your body. Thoughts of food and body have completely taken over your life and you are at a place where you feel powerless and completely out of control. You have tried time and time again to "get it under control," but you are lost. You are anxious, depressed, and truly do not know what to do. This place you are in is so painful, chaotic, and confusing. I get it - I have been there, and I can help.

Deciding to pursue therapy can be a difficult and sometimes intimidating prospect. Whether you or your child is experiencing distressing symptoms or simply want to improve an area of life or relationships, therapy can be a helpful way to make changes. The therapeutic environment provides the support needed to identify issues clearly and embark on the process of growth.

You've been struggling for far too long obsessing about food and your body. You are ready for a change. It's time. Maybe you've been stuck restricting, emotional eating, binging, or over-exercising. You work hard to stick to the plan, but you just feel like you can’t be trusted around food. On the outside, everything looks great. People think you “have it all” but inside it feels like you’re a total fraud. Each day, you're determined to do things differently, to finally get things “under control,” but you're trapped on this never-ending cycle. You know there's got to be a better way, but you have no idea where to start.