Therapists in San Pedro, CA

Hello and welcome! My name is Melissa Pedersen and I am a local therapist in the San Pedro area. The goal of my team is to provide all clients with a comfortable, confidential, and non-judgmental setting where concerns can be explored and addressed. We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which is an effective treatment for depression, anxiety, and other issues.

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been licensed in the State of California since 1996. I love the therapeutic process because there is nothing more beautiful and exciting than to experience the evolutionary transformation that can happen within a therapeutic relationship.Life can present us with many challenges that we might not be able to assimilate or make sense of at the particular time.This lack of assimilation can cause an imbalance in our lives and in our relationships.The therapeutic process may help you integrate and bounce back to the full, rich life that you deserve. Some of us have not learned yet how to best develop healthy emotional relationships. We need to acquire different perspectives by learning new skills and disposing of old ones that might stand in the way of wholeness and integration. By making use of different treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Depth Psychology, Hypnosis and life experiences I gently guide you through the process towards emotional health and wellbeing.

Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful part of us. -David Richo I believe that therapy should be a safe and comfortable place for people to come and talk. Therapy can be scary and maybe overwhelming at times. The connection between a therapist and a client has the ability to foster change and growth and as a therapist I look forward to hearing your stories.

I truly value my connection with people, making every effort to understand their needs. As a clinical psychologist, practicing in the South Bay for the past 20+ years, my focus has included comprehensive neuropsychological assessments of children and adults, as well as individual therapy using expressive arts and cognitive behavioral interventions. Whether it is in the context of an evaluation, consultation, or individual therapy, my goal in working together is to discover new ways of overcoming challenges and to bring about a more balanced, mindful way of living.

Ready for a change? Through discovering, encouraging, and implementing practical solutions, I am here to help you live your best life. As a Certified Yoga Instructor, I have developed an array of interventions that provide instant comfort and lasting benefits for my clients. Through body and breath awareness, we will strengthen your ability to live in the present helping you to stop fearing what has not yet happened and let go of what has come before.

I specialize in working with teenagers, young adults, and their families. I am also passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community and am a gender-affirming therapist. I strive to create a warm and safe environment for people to explore self-identity, personal development, relational dynamics, process trauma, and create solutions in order to support people in living the life they want and deserve.

“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”- Maya Angelou. As your therapist, I use a personable approach to tackle and target unresolved negative feelings and trauma associated with your past. I'm all about healing with the goal of self awareness and personal growth. Let's talk therapy!

I work primarily with adults and teens, either individually or in family sessions. Most recently, I've focused on addiction treatment , trauma and the issues underlying addiction--depression, anxiety and poor communication patterns. I use EMDR to treat trauma-related disorders, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, and addiction. EMDR in combination with mindfulness practices provides relief for past trauma in a relatively short number of sessions.

Welcome. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been working with children and families for over 10 years. I specialize in working with families to manage the challenges of childhood, adolescents and family life. I strive to assist clients using solution focused techniques in an open, nonjudgemental environment. I have worked with children living with chronic or life threatening illness and have trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I am here to help guide you through whatever it is that you are struggling with. I look forward to the powerful healing and growth that results from therapy.

I am passionate about helping women and mothers. I work with clients who are navigating the unique challenges of motherhood; from trying to conceive, through pregnancy, to the postpartum period and beyond. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where women can feel heard, validated, and empowered. I have advanced training in perinatal mental health and I am also a mother of 3 little ones myself. I understand firsthand what it’s like to go through this journey and I am here to help you through it.

No matter what life may bring you, I encourage you to find that small light that will guide you to a much better you. Depending on the individual needs, I use a variety of approaches with my clients.

Are you ready for a happier, more satisfying life? It is possible and I can help. Whether you are troubled by depression, anxiety, addictive behavior, relationship issues, or other problems, you will discover that how you feel can improve. Your path to well-being depends on your ability to feel good about yourself and I work with people to make their lives, and their relationship with themselves, easier and happier. My therapy involves releasing painful feelings while working to foster understanding of self-sabotaging behavior in order to bring more self-respect and a sense of inner peace into your life.

I’m an egalitarian, multicultural, LGBTQI, ENM, kink & sex positive, affirming therapist. Ethical principles of social justice, dignity & worth of a person, importance of human relationships, integrity & competence lay at the heart of my values & practice standards. As an Interpersonal therapist I embrace an eclectic use of modalities, such as person centered, cognitive & dialectical behavioral, acceptance commitment, narrative, existential, family systems, with a trauma informed/recovery model approach. I use an ecological & systems perspective to assist in developing a deeper understanding of ourselves & our social environment.

Have you been experiencing panic attacks? (Sweaty palms, increased heart rate, not able to fall asleep or stay asleep)? Do you find it difficult to know what you need and want? Or to make decisions? Are you overeating or underrating? Are you fearful of social situations or returning to work? Are you angry or sad a lot? Grieving? These are just Some symptoms that with DBT and RMDR may be able to alleviate. Life is too short to feel not well, call me today and, let’s begin your healing process!

Is anxiety preventing you from realizing what you want to do—or are capable of doing—with your life? Are you hesitant to go after what truly makes you happy because you underestimate your gifts or abilities? Perhaps speaking up in a way that maintains your own dignity and that of others is what you are wanting. Still others work with me because they experience a sense of validation and empowerment with the things they have experienced — whether it be mystical, hard to explain spiritual events or stressful/traumatic religious experiences.

I am a mental health counselor with over 20 years of experience helping individuals with various mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, anger management, and alcohol/drug addiction. I offer counseling services including individual sessions, couples or family sessions, group counseling, and life coaching. At this time, I accept virtual clients.

My name is Katie Wilkinson, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I feel honored when my clients trust me with their life struggles, and it is an even greater honor to see my clients grow and learn how to embrace challenges that come their way! I have experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety, substance use, grief and loss, and adjustment to life changes. In session, I practice active listening, am eager to learn more about your story, and develop an open way of communication as we build trust.

I have worked for many years with individuals and families who have faced major challenges. Extra support during stressful times can have practical benefits, and can even create opportunities for growth. You will benefit from this investment for the rest of your life. The theme of my practice is Growth through Life Transitions.

Hi, my name is Stephanie Adams! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have been in this field for 5 years. I have worked with young and older adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, and loneliness, using Cognitive Behavorial Therapy, and Strength-Based Practices, and Psychodynamic Therapy to help my clients start making positive changes and feeling better about themselves. My communication style is calm, thorough, transparent, and personable. I want my clients to feel comfortable when talking with me about anything, and I hold true to my ability to listen without judgment.