Psychodynamic Therapists in California
Life can get complicated, and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction, and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, and 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
Life can get complicated, and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction, and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, and 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I provide individual therapy to adults who are having a hard time managing their day-to-day life due to anxiety, depression, and trauma. With the various labels and stigmas attached to mental health, you should first give yourself grace as you’ve started or maybe continue your journey to show up as your best self. As a strength-based and solution-focused clinician, it brings me great pleasure when my clients can navigate through their mental health challenges and utilize their mental health toolbox to show up as their authentic selves.
Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I provide individual therapy to adults who are having a hard time managing their day-to-day life due to anxiety, depression, and trauma. With the various labels and stigmas attached to mental health, you should first give yourself grace as you’ve started or maybe continue your journey to show up as your best self. As a strength-based and solution-focused clinician, it brings me great pleasure when my clients can navigate through their mental health challenges and utilize their mental health toolbox to show up as their authentic selves.
80s, 90s & early 2000s, you were born and raised along with some of the greatest music of all time! Millennials are a unique generation remembering the simpler days yet "gotta hussle" in this age of online living. Stuck between opportunities and challenges, perfection and purpose, stability and striving for more. Catch yourself saying "Why is it so damn hard to just be me? I should know who I am by now. Is it mercury retrograde again? I am too grown not to have my shit together! I don't feel complete." You are probably going through some significant change in your life, taken on a new role, or society defining your existence. Yes?
80s, 90s & early 2000s, you were born and raised along with some of the greatest music of all time! Millennials are a unique generation remembering the simpler days yet "gotta hussle" in this age of online living. Stuck between opportunities and challenges, perfection and purpose, stability and striving for more. Catch yourself saying "Why is it so damn hard to just be me? I should know who I am by now. Is it mercury retrograde again? I am too grown not to have my shit together! I don't feel complete." You are probably going through some significant change in your life, taken on a new role, or society defining your existence. Yes?
My work is informed by depth-oriented approaches, including analytical psychology (Jungian), as well as psychodynamic, relational, somatic, and existential-humanistic perspectives.
Many people I work with understand themselves well, yet still feel stuck in patterns that do not seem to shift. This may show up in relationships, work, or within yourself, often leaving you feeling frustrated, misunderstood, or unsure how to move forward. You may have insight into what is happening, but find that understanding alone has not led to meaningful change.
My work is informed by depth-oriented approaches, including analytical psychology (Jungian), as well as psychodynamic, relational, somatic, and existential-humanistic perspectives.
Many people I work with understand themselves well, yet still feel stuck in patterns that do not seem to shift. This may show up in relationships, work, or within yourself, often leaving you feeling frustrated, misunderstood, or unsure how to move forward. You may have insight into what is happening, but find that understanding alone has not led to meaningful change.
Beginning therapy is an act of courage and self-compassion. It’s an opportunity to step into a space where you can be seen, heard, and supported—just as you are. My role as a therapist is to help create that space: one grounded in trust, curiosity, and care.
Beginning therapy is an act of courage and self-compassion. It’s an opportunity to step into a space where you can be seen, heard, and supported—just as you are. My role as a therapist is to help create that space: one grounded in trust, curiosity, and care.
My practice is based on an integrative model that privileges contemporary relational theory and practice. I work with a range of issues with individual adults, couples and families, and have a particular interest in working with artists, writers, and intellectuals. When choosing a psychotherapist, it is important to find a good fit - someone you feel comfortable with. Psychotherapy is at best a healing and transformational journey that allows you to have healthier and more satisfying relationships with yourself and others. A good relationship with your therapist is the most important factor in a successful outcome.
My practice is based on an integrative model that privileges contemporary relational theory and practice. I work with a range of issues with individual adults, couples and families, and have a particular interest in working with artists, writers, and intellectuals. When choosing a psychotherapist, it is important to find a good fit - someone you feel comfortable with. Psychotherapy is at best a healing and transformational journey that allows you to have healthier and more satisfying relationships with yourself and others. A good relationship with your therapist is the most important factor in a successful outcome.
Maybe you’ve spent years holding everything together while quietly feeling more and more disconnected from yourself, your relationships, or your sense of meaning and purpose. You may struggle with burnout, emotional isolation, relationship conflict, vulnerability, or the pressure to constantly perform while feeling unseen underneath it all. I work with couples, men, and thoughtful individuals seeking deeper connection, emotional honesty, and a more grounded way of living. My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and focused on helping clients reconnect with themselves, others, and what matters most.
Maybe you’ve spent years holding everything together while quietly feeling more and more disconnected from yourself, your relationships, or your sense of meaning and purpose. You may struggle with burnout, emotional isolation, relationship conflict, vulnerability, or the pressure to constantly perform while feeling unseen underneath it all. I work with couples, men, and thoughtful individuals seeking deeper connection, emotional honesty, and a more grounded way of living. My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and focused on helping clients reconnect with themselves, others, and what matters most.
I use a flexible synthesis of psychodynamic, interpersonal, insight-oriented, and trauma-informed somatic perspectives.
As we live our lives, all of us face challenging curves in the road from time to time. Whether it be anxiety or depression, relational difficulties, troublesome patterns at work or school, or turbulence along a personal or spiritual path, we can all benefit from support navigating these consequential turns. Dissatisfaction or suffering on any scale can serve both as a signal and motivation towards greater understanding, integration, and alignment with ourselves, significant others, and our deepest values. Whether it’s anywhere from a modest course-correction to inner transformation you're seeking, let's explore the path together.
I use a flexible synthesis of psychodynamic, interpersonal, insight-oriented, and trauma-informed somatic perspectives.
As we live our lives, all of us face challenging curves in the road from time to time. Whether it be anxiety or depression, relational difficulties, troublesome patterns at work or school, or turbulence along a personal or spiritual path, we can all benefit from support navigating these consequential turns. Dissatisfaction or suffering on any scale can serve both as a signal and motivation towards greater understanding, integration, and alignment with ourselves, significant others, and our deepest values. Whether it’s anywhere from a modest course-correction to inner transformation you're seeking, let's explore the path together.
Aloha. "I am not what happened to me. I am what I choose to become."- Carl Jung. Do you feel overwhelmed, have pain, grief, anxiety, depression, or unseen shadows that prevent you from healing or from choosing better decisions, relationships, and allowing yourself to matter in your own life? My experience and education can help people hungering for more purpose, fulfillment, and nurturing relationships instead of dissonance, exhaustion, and sacrifice. If you feel like you’re different or unseen, then I may be the psychotherapist you’ve sought.
Aloha. "I am not what happened to me. I am what I choose to become."- Carl Jung. Do you feel overwhelmed, have pain, grief, anxiety, depression, or unseen shadows that prevent you from healing or from choosing better decisions, relationships, and allowing yourself to matter in your own life? My experience and education can help people hungering for more purpose, fulfillment, and nurturing relationships instead of dissonance, exhaustion, and sacrifice. If you feel like you’re different or unseen, then I may be the psychotherapist you’ve sought.
I use a mix of Psychodynamic Therapy and CBT.
If you’ve been feeling disconnected, not seen, struggling to keep up, having persistent worries or having relationships problems-you’re not alone. I’m here to help you understand what’s happening and support you navigate the messiness of life and relationships, explore your true needs, and create a path forward, one where you can feel empowered and at peace.
I use a mix of Psychodynamic Therapy and CBT.
If you’ve been feeling disconnected, not seen, struggling to keep up, having persistent worries or having relationships problems-you’re not alone. I’m here to help you understand what’s happening and support you navigate the messiness of life and relationships, explore your true needs, and create a path forward, one where you can feel empowered and at peace.
Whether you're struggling with a particular issue, or just can't shake that there should be more to life, Norma Juarez, LMFT can help. I provide a caring environment in which you can identify and explore those issues that may be getting in the way of a more rewarding home life and career, or of more fulfilling relationships. The goal is to help provide you with the insights and tools you need to move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors.
Whether you're struggling with a particular issue, or just can't shake that there should be more to life, Norma Juarez, LMFT can help. I provide a caring environment in which you can identify and explore those issues that may be getting in the way of a more rewarding home life and career, or of more fulfilling relationships. The goal is to help provide you with the insights and tools you need to move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors.
Coastwise Counseling Center works with and helps those who are looking to overcome depression, anxiety, addiction, and relationship problems.
Coastwise Counseling Center works with and helps those who are looking to overcome depression, anxiety, addiction, and relationship problems.
Many of the people who come to my practice are thoughtful, capable individuals who have been carrying more than they should have to handle on their own. On the outside their lives may look stable or successful, but internally they often feel overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, or unsure how to navigate certain challenges. Sometimes it is anxiety that will not quiet down, relationship tension that keeps resurfacing, family conflict, burnout, or simply a sense that something in life feels off and needs attention.
Many of the people who come to my practice are thoughtful, capable individuals who have been carrying more than they should have to handle on their own. On the outside their lives may look stable or successful, but internally they often feel overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, or unsure how to navigate certain challenges. Sometimes it is anxiety that will not quiet down, relationship tension that keeps resurfacing, family conflict, burnout, or simply a sense that something in life feels off and needs attention.
Anxiety, sadness, anger, regret are natural and human, but when one is stuck thinking and feeling these ways, something is wrong. If you are stuck, repeating the same kinds of experiences, or if there has been an unmanageable disruption in your life, I have been in practice helping people in similar situations for more than 30 years. Through talking and thinking together to deeply understand your experience, we discover and create new ways for you to think and act in the world. Your sense of self and of life expand, opening up space in which to move, breathe and grow.
Anxiety, sadness, anger, regret are natural and human, but when one is stuck thinking and feeling these ways, something is wrong. If you are stuck, repeating the same kinds of experiences, or if there has been an unmanageable disruption in your life, I have been in practice helping people in similar situations for more than 30 years. Through talking and thinking together to deeply understand your experience, we discover and create new ways for you to think and act in the world. Your sense of self and of life expand, opening up space in which to move, breathe and grow.
I help people move through stuck patterns—overwhelm, self-criticism, relationship loops—so there’s more room for aliveness and choice. My approach is integrative and depth-oriented (relational, contemporary psychoanalytic, trauma-informed). Together we’ll slow down, notice what’s happening, and understand the meanings beneath symptoms so real change can take root.
I help people move through stuck patterns—overwhelm, self-criticism, relationship loops—so there’s more room for aliveness and choice. My approach is integrative and depth-oriented (relational, contemporary psychoanalytic, trauma-informed). Together we’ll slow down, notice what’s happening, and understand the meanings beneath symptoms so real change can take root.
Personal and professional experience has led me to believe that there is nothing more healing for one's soul than intimate connection with others. If I can provide you with a safe space to openly and honestly share your story, then our work has more than just begun. I look to offer a sense of transparency, an authenticity in nature that invites you to feel comfort in my presence. There is great challenge and risk in this process, as well as great opportunity for growth and change-it would be a privilege to be a part of your journey.
Personal and professional experience has led me to believe that there is nothing more healing for one's soul than intimate connection with others. If I can provide you with a safe space to openly and honestly share your story, then our work has more than just begun. I look to offer a sense of transparency, an authenticity in nature that invites you to feel comfort in my presence. There is great challenge and risk in this process, as well as great opportunity for growth and change-it would be a privilege to be a part of your journey.
The therapy modalities I most often use include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and psychodynamic therapy.
Welcome! Are you ready to embark on one of the most significant journeys in your life? My name is Christina Donkor, a licensed clinical social worker, who would love to partner with you to reach your therapeutic goals. I am passionate about providing trauma-informed services to help my clients forge a path to healing and personal growth.
The therapy modalities I most often use include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and psychodynamic therapy.
Welcome! Are you ready to embark on one of the most significant journeys in your life? My name is Christina Donkor, a licensed clinical social worker, who would love to partner with you to reach your therapeutic goals. I am passionate about providing trauma-informed services to help my clients forge a path to healing and personal growth.
Do you want more ease, joy, and meaning in your life? Therapy can help. Aside from relieving anxiety, confusion, or pain and suffering, therapy can profoundly enrich your life. The more we befriend, understand, and accept ourselves just as we are, the more we can respond to the challenges that come our way from choice rather than habitual reaction. To facilitate this I offer an openhearted, authentic presence along with mindfulness-based tools to facilitate self-awareness, self-compassion, and the process of healing.
Do you want more ease, joy, and meaning in your life? Therapy can help. Aside from relieving anxiety, confusion, or pain and suffering, therapy can profoundly enrich your life. The more we befriend, understand, and accept ourselves just as we are, the more we can respond to the challenges that come our way from choice rather than habitual reaction. To facilitate this I offer an openhearted, authentic presence along with mindfulness-based tools to facilitate self-awareness, self-compassion, and the process of healing.
Hello, how can I help? My passion is helping people find their inner strength. I have extensive experience helping people with depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Offering weekend appointments.
Hello, how can I help? My passion is helping people find their inner strength. I have extensive experience helping people with depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Offering weekend appointments.
Hi and Welcome! I am honored to be your guide to healing and to help you get through life and whatever obstacles may be in the way. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) & Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor (CATC), I'm pretty awesome at inspiring change by empowering you, helping you identify strengths and celebrating your efforts. We work together, from a client-centered venue, to process, create goals and cultivate your ideal self.
Hi and Welcome! I am honored to be your guide to healing and to help you get through life and whatever obstacles may be in the way. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) & Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor (CATC), I'm pretty awesome at inspiring change by empowering you, helping you identify strengths and celebrating your efforts. We work together, from a client-centered venue, to process, create goals and cultivate your ideal self.
