Multiracial Therapists in Woodland Hills, CA
You've noticed a shift. That feeling that your child or young adult isn't doing well is a painful one. You've noticed something is wrong, but aren't quite sure what it is. Sometimes it's just a shrug of the shoulder or an anxious countenance, while other times it feels like you're watching the light in them go dim. You've tried talking to your child; however, they just don't seem to be opening up. Memories of them when they seemed more energetic, happy, and even fearless lead you to believe they need help. One thing is for certain: you love your child and want your child to have the support they need.
You've noticed a shift. That feeling that your child or young adult isn't doing well is a painful one. You've noticed something is wrong, but aren't quite sure what it is. Sometimes it's just a shrug of the shoulder or an anxious countenance, while other times it feels like you're watching the light in them go dim. You've tried talking to your child; however, they just don't seem to be opening up. Memories of them when they seemed more energetic, happy, and even fearless lead you to believe they need help. One thing is for certain: you love your child and want your child to have the support they need.
Being board certified in clinical psychology as a marriage and family therapist, I believe that taking care of your mental health is important. I have been working with youth, adults, and families of various backgrounds in different capacities for more than 35 years. I have been practicing therapy for more than 5 years. I provide individual therapy for those experiencing anxiety, anger, PTSD symptoms, co-occurring disorders, and more.
I would like to help you on your journey to mental wellness.
Being board certified in clinical psychology as a marriage and family therapist, I believe that taking care of your mental health is important. I have been working with youth, adults, and families of various backgrounds in different capacities for more than 35 years. I have been practicing therapy for more than 5 years. I provide individual therapy for those experiencing anxiety, anger, PTSD symptoms, co-occurring disorders, and more.
I would like to help you on your journey to mental wellness.
Relationships can be our greatest source of connection, meaning, and support, but also our deepest pain. I work with couples, families, and individuals navigating conflict, communication struggles, intimacy concerns, life transitions, trust issues, parenting challenges, and feelings of disconnection. I welcome clients from diverse backgrounds and relationship structures, including monogamous, non-monogamous, LGBTQ+, and blended families. Together, we’ll explore patterns that keep you stuck, strengthen emotional connection, and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Shoot me an email and we'll setup a consultation.
Relationships can be our greatest source of connection, meaning, and support, but also our deepest pain. I work with couples, families, and individuals navigating conflict, communication struggles, intimacy concerns, life transitions, trust issues, parenting challenges, and feelings of disconnection. I welcome clients from diverse backgrounds and relationship structures, including monogamous, non-monogamous, LGBTQ+, and blended families. Together, we’ll explore patterns that keep you stuck, strengthen emotional connection, and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Shoot me an email and we'll setup a consultation.
Finding and embracing your authentic self is a journey that can be challenging. Figuring out how to cope in a healthy way with what the world throws at us can be difficult. I'd like to work with you to understand your past and present, and to bolster the skills and strengths that you already have. Please set up a consultation with me and we can work and think through some of these things together.
Finding and embracing your authentic self is a journey that can be challenging. Figuring out how to cope in a healthy way with what the world throws at us can be difficult. I'd like to work with you to understand your past and present, and to bolster the skills and strengths that you already have. Please set up a consultation with me and we can work and think through some of these things together.
We will focus on your strengths and your current ways of coping and use that as a foundation to build upon and create an action plan. It is normal to experience those emotional ups and downs. It is my hope to have the opportunity to help you in this process in learning to manage and reduce those symptoms so that you feel more resilient and prepared to handle whatever stressors come your way.
We will focus on your strengths and your current ways of coping and use that as a foundation to build upon and create an action plan. It is normal to experience those emotional ups and downs. It is my hope to have the opportunity to help you in this process in learning to manage and reduce those symptoms so that you feel more resilient and prepared to handle whatever stressors come your way.
I value creating a safe and nurturing environment where clients can authentically explore their identities, reflect on their life experiences, and envision a clear path forward. My approach thoughtfully integrates various therapeutic techniques, including client-centered therapy, humanistic therapy, existential therapy, psychodynamic therapy, trauma-focused therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and more depending on your needs.
As a trained EMDR therapist, I often combine this modality with traditional therapy to offer comprehensive support to those who may find it helpful.
I value creating a safe and nurturing environment where clients can authentically explore their identities, reflect on their life experiences, and envision a clear path forward. My approach thoughtfully integrates various therapeutic techniques, including client-centered therapy, humanistic therapy, existential therapy, psychodynamic therapy, trauma-focused therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and more depending on your needs.
As a trained EMDR therapist, I often combine this modality with traditional therapy to offer comprehensive support to those who may find it helpful.
Hello! My name is Heather Cobbs, and I am passionate about working with women of all ages and walks of life that are on a journey to grow self love, a positive self image, and are looking to change self talk from negative to positive. It is my pleasure to assist women struggling with anxiety and/or depression to increase their mood by changing self talk, examine negative core beliefs, unravel dysfunctional behavior patterns, and provide tools to meet their life goals.
Hello! My name is Heather Cobbs, and I am passionate about working with women of all ages and walks of life that are on a journey to grow self love, a positive self image, and are looking to change self talk from negative to positive. It is my pleasure to assist women struggling with anxiety and/or depression to increase their mood by changing self talk, examine negative core beliefs, unravel dysfunctional behavior patterns, and provide tools to meet their life goals.
We live in stressful times and seem to face more challenges every day. I have 20 years of clinical experience and I understand many of the societal, familial, and interpersonal factors that cause us to feel unbalanced. I provide my clients with a supportive environment to address concerns, gain insights, and achieve real change in their lives. I strive to help people find their confidence and strength during times of adversity.
We live in stressful times and seem to face more challenges every day. I have 20 years of clinical experience and I understand many of the societal, familial, and interpersonal factors that cause us to feel unbalanced. I provide my clients with a supportive environment to address concerns, gain insights, and achieve real change in their lives. I strive to help people find their confidence and strength during times of adversity.
My ideal client is someone ready to confront their mental health challenges and grow from the experience. They may be dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or a variety of emotional and psychological challenges and are seeking effective strategies to manage these issues. They need a compassionate, non-judgmental space where they can explore their feelings and gain practical tools for change. Their goal is to achieve a greater sense of well-being, balance, and self-understanding. They want support to navigate their struggles and reach their full potential in a meaningful and lasting way.
My ideal client is someone ready to confront their mental health challenges and grow from the experience. They may be dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or a variety of emotional and psychological challenges and are seeking effective strategies to manage these issues. They need a compassionate, non-judgmental space where they can explore their feelings and gain practical tools for change. Their goal is to achieve a greater sense of well-being, balance, and self-understanding. They want support to navigate their struggles and reach their full potential in a meaningful and lasting way.
You appear high-functioning on the outside, but internally feel anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from yourself. Maybe you struggle with people-pleasing, perfectionism, burnout, relationship patterns, trauma, or high-functioning anxiety. You may already be deeply self-aware and insightful — yet still feel stuck repeating the same emotional cycles.
I help adults move beyond survival mode by addressing the deeper patterns, attachment wounds, and nervous system dysregulation underneath their distress.
You appear high-functioning on the outside, but internally feel anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from yourself. Maybe you struggle with people-pleasing, perfectionism, burnout, relationship patterns, trauma, or high-functioning anxiety. You may already be deeply self-aware and insightful — yet still feel stuck repeating the same emotional cycles.
I help adults move beyond survival mode by addressing the deeper patterns, attachment wounds, and nervous system dysregulation underneath their distress.
I help adults heal generational wounds and the patterns they create in everyday life. Many of my clients struggle with people-pleasing, over-functioning, abandonment wounds, anxiety, grief, family dysfunction, and relationship challenges. Using a holistic, trauma-informed approach, we'll uncover the root causes of these patterns and create meaningful change that supports both personal and generational healing.
I help adults heal generational wounds and the patterns they create in everyday life. Many of my clients struggle with people-pleasing, over-functioning, abandonment wounds, anxiety, grief, family dysfunction, and relationship challenges. Using a holistic, trauma-informed approach, we'll uncover the root causes of these patterns and create meaningful change that supports both personal and generational healing.
Have you exhausted all of your options for your child(ren)? Are you looking for support with their development? I understand how critical these stages are for children to foster resilience and adaptability. As someone who specializes in early childhood development, has experience as an educator, and is a family advocate, I strive to promote a nurturing environment for your child and family.
Have you exhausted all of your options for your child(ren)? Are you looking for support with their development? I understand how critical these stages are for children to foster resilience and adaptability. As someone who specializes in early childhood development, has experience as an educator, and is a family advocate, I strive to promote a nurturing environment for your child and family.
I help clients learn coping skills to help individuals reach their full potential, and be able to cope with painful moments. Additionally, I love to help individuals stay in the moment and get away from rumination, over-planning, and worrying.
I help clients learn coping skills to help individuals reach their full potential, and be able to cope with painful moments. Additionally, I love to help individuals stay in the moment and get away from rumination, over-planning, and worrying.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with over ten years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families, specializing in depression, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma. I offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to each client’s unique needs, strengths, and goals. Using an eclectic approach with various therapeutic frameworks, I partner with clients to help them achieve their personal goals and fullest potential. I am also perinatally trained through PSI and passionate about supporting parents at any stage of their journey. My approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with over ten years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families, specializing in depression, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma. I offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to each client’s unique needs, strengths, and goals. Using an eclectic approach with various therapeutic frameworks, I partner with clients to help them achieve their personal goals and fullest potential. I am also perinatally trained through PSI and passionate about supporting parents at any stage of their journey. My approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented.
Navigating life's ups and downs can be a challenge. Trying to manage the many parts of our lives can become overwhelming and block access to our inner voice, where all of our answers lie. I work collaboratively with you to uncover and understand past experiences and traumas that create unhealthy patterns and keep us from thriving. One of the key components to thriving emotionally and in our relationships is the relationship we build with ourselves.
Navigating life's ups and downs can be a challenge. Trying to manage the many parts of our lives can become overwhelming and block access to our inner voice, where all of our answers lie. I work collaboratively with you to uncover and understand past experiences and traumas that create unhealthy patterns and keep us from thriving. One of the key components to thriving emotionally and in our relationships is the relationship we build with ourselves.
I have 14 years of experience in various clinical areas, including crisis intervention, case management, medical social work, community program implementation, inpatient psychiatric care, conservatorship, clinical therapy, family health advocacy, developmental disabilities, and mental health court. I am dedicated to assisting the underserved and those seeking holistic health. I approach treatment with an open mind and heart, connecting with those ready for change and meaning. I meet clients where they are, using an eclectic approach to tailor treatment to individual needs and support goal achievement and fulfillment.
I have 14 years of experience in various clinical areas, including crisis intervention, case management, medical social work, community program implementation, inpatient psychiatric care, conservatorship, clinical therapy, family health advocacy, developmental disabilities, and mental health court. I am dedicated to assisting the underserved and those seeking holistic health. I approach treatment with an open mind and heart, connecting with those ready for change and meaning. I meet clients where they are, using an eclectic approach to tailor treatment to individual needs and support goal achievement and fulfillment.
Sometimes the most powerful and loving step we can take is allowing ourselves to pause, become present, and receive support. If you’ve reached a point in your life where something doesn’t feel right, or you’re seeking change - therapy can feel expansive and empowering as you become more aware of your needs and live more mindfully and aligned. I believe each individual possesses the innate ability to go inward and unlock new perspectives and insights that can lead to profound personal growth and transformation. I work with individuals, families and couples and tailor my approach to your unique goals.
Sometimes the most powerful and loving step we can take is allowing ourselves to pause, become present, and receive support. If you’ve reached a point in your life where something doesn’t feel right, or you’re seeking change - therapy can feel expansive and empowering as you become more aware of your needs and live more mindfully and aligned. I believe each individual possesses the innate ability to go inward and unlock new perspectives and insights that can lead to profound personal growth and transformation. I work with individuals, families and couples and tailor my approach to your unique goals.
Hey there! My name is Sophia, and I’m an OCD and anxiety therapist. I support women and queer individuals in learning to manage stress and anxiety through a multicultural lens. As a mixed-race Latina, I value creating an inclusive, affirming space for healing. I work with children, teens, adults, and families, and I’m passionate about helping clients understand their symptoms and develop practical coping tools. I’m empathic, straightforward, and down to earth—and as someone who lives with ADHD and OCD, I truly get it. I look forward to meeting you!
Hey there! My name is Sophia, and I’m an OCD and anxiety therapist. I support women and queer individuals in learning to manage stress and anxiety through a multicultural lens. As a mixed-race Latina, I value creating an inclusive, affirming space for healing. I work with children, teens, adults, and families, and I’m passionate about helping clients understand their symptoms and develop practical coping tools. I’m empathic, straightforward, and down to earth—and as someone who lives with ADHD and OCD, I truly get it. I look forward to meeting you!
My ideal clients are individuals, young adults, and parents navigating identity, relationships, and life transitions. Many feel overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of themselves. Some are adjusting to motherhood, exploring mixed-race or cultural identity, or working through family dynamics and past experiences. They often come to therapy wanting clarity, confidence, and stronger relationships. I help by creating a warm, supportive space where we explore patterns, build emotional insight, and develop practical tools so they can move forward feeling more grounded and connected.
My ideal clients are individuals, young adults, and parents navigating identity, relationships, and life transitions. Many feel overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of themselves. Some are adjusting to motherhood, exploring mixed-race or cultural identity, or working through family dynamics and past experiences. They often come to therapy wanting clarity, confidence, and stronger relationships. I help by creating a warm, supportive space where we explore patterns, build emotional insight, and develop practical tools so they can move forward feeling more grounded and connected.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not quite like yourself? Perhaps you have tried to work things out on your own or leaned on friends for advice, but despite your best efforts, things still have not improved. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, relationship stress, parenting struggles, or navigating a major life transition, it can be exhausting to keep going in circles, and it may feel isolating as well. Your current situation may leave you feeling stuck, but there is hope!
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not quite like yourself? Perhaps you have tried to work things out on your own or leaned on friends for advice, but despite your best efforts, things still have not improved. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, relationship stress, parenting struggles, or navigating a major life transition, it can be exhausting to keep going in circles, and it may feel isolating as well. Your current situation may leave you feeling stuck, but there is hope!
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FAQ - About Multiracial Counseling
Why might mixed race or multiracial identity be important to address in therapy?
Mixed race or multiracial identity can shape how you understand yourself and relate to others around you, so it is natural that this identity may be important to speak about in therapy. If you identify as mixed race, you may find it helpful to speak with a therapist about identity, belonging, racism, cultural disconnection, or feeling pressure to “choose” one part of your background over another. A therapist who understands or shares your mixed race identity may be better able to support conversations about your experiences. A shared background may also strengthen the therapeutic alliance, which refers to the working relationship between you and your therapist and is tied to positive therapy outcomes.
How can a mixed race therapist support couples counseling or family therapy?
Like other therapists, mixed race therapists can support couples and families with a broad range of concerns, including communication challenges, conflict, parenting, life transitions, and relationship stress. However, therapists who personally identify as mixed race may be especially helpful when race, culture, or ethnicity are part of the concerns being discussed, such as when partners come from different cultural backgrounds and are navigating differing personal or community expectations. A mixed race therapist may also help couples and families explore how identity shapes each person’s experience in the relationship. Family members, for instance, may not experience race or culture in the same way, even within the same household. Therapy can offer a space to talk through these differences.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience working with mixed race or multiracial clients?
The initial consultation, which is typically a brief phone or video call, can be a good time to ask about a therapist’s experience working with multiracial clients. You can ask specific questions, such as “Do you have experience working with multiracial clients?” or broader questions, such as “How do you approach cultural identity in your practice?” As sessions begin, it can be helpful to notice how the therapist responds to your concerns. A good therapist should respond with respect, curiosity, and cultural humility. If you feel dismissed or misunderstood, or if you find yourself having to explain your beliefs or cultural context constantly, it may be worth considering another therapist.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of mixed race therapists?
The directory of mixed race therapists includes therapists who have shared their mixed race or multiracial identity in their profiles, as well as therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with mixed race clients, regardless of their own background. Not all therapists choose to disclose this information on their profile, and these individuals may not appear in search results for this reason.