Therapists in Ventura, CA
Sipora B. Weissman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003
I get what it's like to live with- Chronic Pain & Illness, terrible Anxiety, and being Highly Sensitive that you feel everything! I help people with these issues along with complex trauma & sound sensitivities. Connecting the dots to understand how your childhood (upbringing, trauma, stressful events, family) may be contributing to your distress today can be extremely eye opening and transformative. In session I use many deeper brain therapies. Healing and becoming a secure capable human is the goal and completely attainable! I view therapy as a collaboration and as a Mind-Body Therapist I am an active participant and guide.
I get what it's like to live with- Chronic Pain & Illness, terrible Anxiety, and being Highly Sensitive that you feel everything! I help people with these issues along with complex trauma & sound sensitivities. Connecting the dots to understand how your childhood (upbringing, trauma, stressful events, family) may be contributing to your distress today can be extremely eye opening and transformative. In session I use many deeper brain therapies. Healing and becoming a secure capable human is the goal and completely attainable! I view therapy as a collaboration and as a Mind-Body Therapist I am an active participant and guide.
Kaelia T Winterstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93003
I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist interested in helping those who seek a deeper understanding of their thoughts, feelings and behaviors - particularly those that prohibit you from being the best version of yourself. I am here to assist those dealing with any/all of life's challenges, including grief, trauma, chronic pain, depression, and anxiety (just to name a few). Whether you are seeking help for yourself individually, or as a couple or family, I look forward to working with you on your treatment goals.
I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist interested in helping those who seek a deeper understanding of their thoughts, feelings and behaviors - particularly those that prohibit you from being the best version of yourself. I am here to assist those dealing with any/all of life's challenges, including grief, trauma, chronic pain, depression, and anxiety (just to name a few). Whether you are seeking help for yourself individually, or as a couple or family, I look forward to working with you on your treatment goals.
Dr. Diana Ali
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93001
If you are suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Borderline Personality Disorder, chronic illness, professional burnout, or other sources of chronic emotional dysregulation, I believe there is hope for you. If you have tried traditional talk therapy and felt like you didn't make much progress, you may benefit greatly from trauma specific treatment, or from a more practical, skills-based approach to therapy like Dialectical Behavior Therapy that is aimed at helping you to build the life that you want, to move toward your values, and to change the behaviors that may be getting in the way of your goals.
If you are suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Borderline Personality Disorder, chronic illness, professional burnout, or other sources of chronic emotional dysregulation, I believe there is hope for you. If you have tried traditional talk therapy and felt like you didn't make much progress, you may benefit greatly from trauma specific treatment, or from a more practical, skills-based approach to therapy like Dialectical Behavior Therapy that is aimed at helping you to build the life that you want, to move toward your values, and to change the behaviors that may be getting in the way of your goals.
Jenessa B Nye
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93001
Dr. Nye is a holistic psychotherapist and has worked extensively with couples and individuals. She is interactive, empathetic and directive. Her goal is to help client's find meaning in their pain, gain personal insight, make healthy life decisions and new methods for living. Dr. Nye has a compassionate, yet straightforward approach. Depending on her client's needs she helps them develop understanding regarding the origin of their pain then focuses on solution strategies.
She is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing). EMDR can be used for trauma, accidents, loss, anxiety, negative beliefs, physical symptoms, and painful memories.
Dr. Nye is a holistic psychotherapist and has worked extensively with couples and individuals. She is interactive, empathetic and directive. Her goal is to help client's find meaning in their pain, gain personal insight, make healthy life decisions and new methods for living. Dr. Nye has a compassionate, yet straightforward approach. Depending on her client's needs she helps them develop understanding regarding the origin of their pain then focuses on solution strategies.
She is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing). EMDR can be used for trauma, accidents, loss, anxiety, negative beliefs, physical symptoms, and painful memories.
Karen Borczon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93003 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in the treatment of issues related to the aging process. My clients are often struggling with challenges that occur as a result of lifestyle changes, the psychological impact of illness, and the need to redefine who we are and what we want as we move through the challenges of getting older. I provide support and grief counseling when coping with the loss or illness of a loved one.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in the treatment of issues related to the aging process. My clients are often struggling with challenges that occur as a result of lifestyle changes, the psychological impact of illness, and the need to redefine who we are and what we want as we move through the challenges of getting older. I provide support and grief counseling when coping with the loss or illness of a loved one.
Monique Michelle Romero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93001
My name is Monique Romero, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has 12 years of experience in medical settings. I have provided support and resources for those with depression, anxiety, and those who live with chronic illness. I provide services that are strength-based, culturally sensitive, person-centered, and will help you to be the best version of yourself! I typically work with those with mental health issues such as anxiety or depression. I work with those who are new to chronic illness or disease. I also work with those who are experiencing relational issues.
My name is Monique Romero, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has 12 years of experience in medical settings. I have provided support and resources for those with depression, anxiety, and those who live with chronic illness. I provide services that are strength-based, culturally sensitive, person-centered, and will help you to be the best version of yourself! I typically work with those with mental health issues such as anxiety or depression. I work with those who are new to chronic illness or disease. I also work with those who are experiencing relational issues.
Insight Neuropsychology
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93003
My staff and I specialize in providing neuropsychological assessments of traumatic brain injury, dementia, stroke, neurological illness, and ADHD/learning disability.
Welcome, our practice at Insight Neuropsychology specializes in personalized neuropsychological assessment and treatment services to assist you in promoting your cognitive health. Our goal is to help you learn about how your brain is functioning, as insight is the first step in learning how to improve your mental functions. Neuropsychological assessment is one of the most sensitive instruments for detecting subtle cognitive deficits that are not obvious on MRI's or other brain scans, but which can have a large impact on a person's daily functioning. In addition to assessment, we also provide supportive counseling for patients and caregivers.
My staff and I specialize in providing neuropsychological assessments of traumatic brain injury, dementia, stroke, neurological illness, and ADHD/learning disability.
Welcome, our practice at Insight Neuropsychology specializes in personalized neuropsychological assessment and treatment services to assist you in promoting your cognitive health. Our goal is to help you learn about how your brain is functioning, as insight is the first step in learning how to improve your mental functions. Neuropsychological assessment is one of the most sensitive instruments for detecting subtle cognitive deficits that are not obvious on MRI's or other brain scans, but which can have a large impact on a person's daily functioning. In addition to assessment, we also provide supportive counseling for patients and caregivers.
Tara Gilmaher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MFA, CHT
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93003 (Online Only)
"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, those who know what you were aiming for, but discovered you’re at the top of the wrong ladder. If you feel like you’re different or unseen, then I may be the psychotherapist you’ve sought.
"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, those who know what you were aiming for, but discovered you’re at the top of the wrong ladder. If you feel like you’re different or unseen, then I may be the psychotherapist you’ve sought.
Aimee Shapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93001
Trauma, stress, and other painful experiences can cause us to develop negative thoughts and beliefs about ourselves and the world, keeping us stuck, and preventing us from moving forward. You may feel overwhelmed, powerless, hopeless, depressed or anxious or experience panic attacks. You tell yourself to "get over it," blame ourselves when we can't, and are often ashamed to let anyone know that we are struggling. You do not have to keep repeating the same patterns; life does not have to be all about pain and suffering. You can heal from your trauma, moving beyond those old behaviors to live happy, satisfying, fulfilling lives.
Trauma, stress, and other painful experiences can cause us to develop negative thoughts and beliefs about ourselves and the world, keeping us stuck, and preventing us from moving forward. You may feel overwhelmed, powerless, hopeless, depressed or anxious or experience panic attacks. You tell yourself to "get over it," blame ourselves when we can't, and are often ashamed to let anyone know that we are struggling. You do not have to keep repeating the same patterns; life does not have to be all about pain and suffering. You can heal from your trauma, moving beyond those old behaviors to live happy, satisfying, fulfilling lives.
Daniela L. Paolone
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS LMFT
Verified Verified
22 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93001 (Online Only)
I am Daniela Paolone, a Marriage & Family therapist in California (Lic 90752) & Wyoming (LMFT-223). I am passionate about helping you move out of pain so that you can feel empowered in taking the next steps toward a more fulfilling & rewarding life. As a Latina & Italian therapist, I enjoy working w/diverse ethnic, cultural, religious & gender groups. I specialize in Latinx counseling, chronic pain & illness, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship stressors & caregiver support. Living with my own health challenges has helped shape my practice & approaches to give clients tailored support to help them reach their goals.
I am Daniela Paolone, a Marriage & Family therapist in California (Lic 90752) & Wyoming (LMFT-223). I am passionate about helping you move out of pain so that you can feel empowered in taking the next steps toward a more fulfilling & rewarding life. As a Latina & Italian therapist, I enjoy working w/diverse ethnic, cultural, religious & gender groups. I specialize in Latinx counseling, chronic pain & illness, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship stressors & caregiver support. Living with my own health challenges has helped shape my practice & approaches to give clients tailored support to help them reach their goals.
Kira Gibson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RDN, C-IAYT, CAHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003
Are you less than satisfied with who you've become and the life you're living? Many of us struggle with acceptance and love for our bodies and are unsure how to make peace with ourselves and plot a positive path forward. I believe therapy is a collaboration where I meet you wherever you are and we become partners on the path toward your best self. Because mental and emotional distress happens in relationship, we begin with the most important relationship you will ever have – the one with yourself. The way in which we treat ourselves directly correlates with how we show up in the world and connect with others.
Are you less than satisfied with who you've become and the life you're living? Many of us struggle with acceptance and love for our bodies and are unsure how to make peace with ourselves and plot a positive path forward. I believe therapy is a collaboration where I meet you wherever you are and we become partners on the path toward your best self. Because mental and emotional distress happens in relationship, we begin with the most important relationship you will ever have – the one with yourself. The way in which we treat ourselves directly correlates with how we show up in the world and connect with others.
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Jeffrey Millstone
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93003
Above all "Therapy must be useful". That means that in addition to overcoming issues related to emotional trauma, depression, anxiety and troubled relationships skills are developed and applied to life's challenges. These skills include increased self awareness, handling adversity, mastering strong emotions, and developing and applying the skills necessary to achieve a gratifying and fulfilling life. In addition to Video appointments through a secure HIPPA compliant platform, which maintains a high level of confidentiality, in-person appointments can also be arranged. Also, Mr Millstone brings over 46 yrs of clinical experience.
Above all "Therapy must be useful". That means that in addition to overcoming issues related to emotional trauma, depression, anxiety and troubled relationships skills are developed and applied to life's challenges. These skills include increased self awareness, handling adversity, mastering strong emotions, and developing and applying the skills necessary to achieve a gratifying and fulfilling life. In addition to Video appointments through a secure HIPPA compliant platform, which maintains a high level of confidentiality, in-person appointments can also be arranged. Also, Mr Millstone brings over 46 yrs of clinical experience.
Ilena Trish Sussman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93001 (Online Only)
I provide psychotherapy to adults seeking emotional back-up and healthy psychological support in a stressful world. We can create and reach treatment goals to cope successfully with stressors while decreasing symptoms of anxiety/depression, adding social support, and increasing effective skill use. Both short-term and long-term assistance provided.
I provide psychotherapy to adults seeking emotional back-up and healthy psychological support in a stressful world. We can create and reach treatment goals to cope successfully with stressors while decreasing symptoms of anxiety/depression, adding social support, and increasing effective skill use. Both short-term and long-term assistance provided.
Lisa Tomei
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93001 (Online Only)
I connect well with some teens and most adults or couples. I find I work best with people who are invested in understanding why they feel as they do, or why they do what they do, and want a collaborative partner in exploring how to better manage the stressors in their life, whether internal or inter-relational. I have a background in anger management, which can often address problems of the underlying emotions, and help with communications skills. I tend to conceptualize from a psychodynamic perspective and educate my patients about these ideas when I think it will prove helpful.
I connect well with some teens and most adults or couples. I find I work best with people who are invested in understanding why they feel as they do, or why they do what they do, and want a collaborative partner in exploring how to better manage the stressors in their life, whether internal or inter-relational. I have a background in anger management, which can often address problems of the underlying emotions, and help with communications skills. I tend to conceptualize from a psychodynamic perspective and educate my patients about these ideas when I think it will prove helpful.
Maple Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003
Maple Counseling Center was created to meet the need for affordable, effective counseling. We accept Carelon, Gold coast, Medi-cal insurance and have sliding scale cash prices for those uninsured or not wanting to use their insurance. We consist of Marriage and Family Therapy Trainees, Associates and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist's. With 20 therapists to choose from we have someone to work with almost every need. See our website at www.maplecounseling.org so see profiles of our providers.
Maple Counseling Center was created to meet the need for affordable, effective counseling. We accept Carelon, Gold coast, Medi-cal insurance and have sliding scale cash prices for those uninsured or not wanting to use their insurance. We consist of Marriage and Family Therapy Trainees, Associates and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist's. With 20 therapists to choose from we have someone to work with almost every need. See our website at www.maplecounseling.org so see profiles of our providers.
Jackie Harris-Groeber
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93001
In person therapy is provided for ages 3-90. In child therapy, there is an opportunity to encourage the resilience that exists in each child. Kids often find therapy fun! Therapy provides an efficient way to examine tough situations and gives your child the tools to move into the future with optimism and confidence. Enhancing skills for emotional and behavioral regulation leads to better family communication, improved mood and more success at school. In these times, many children need help with anxiety, grief, depression or trauma. As a Parent, you will see your child feel better and be provided with essential parent coaching.
In person therapy is provided for ages 3-90. In child therapy, there is an opportunity to encourage the resilience that exists in each child. Kids often find therapy fun! Therapy provides an efficient way to examine tough situations and gives your child the tools to move into the future with optimism and confidence. Enhancing skills for emotional and behavioral regulation leads to better family communication, improved mood and more success at school. In these times, many children need help with anxiety, grief, depression or trauma. As a Parent, you will see your child feel better and be provided with essential parent coaching.
Ellen Winkler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93001
FOR DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, RELATIONSHIPS, ADDICTION, TRAUMA: I blend psychology and spirituality to treat uncomfortable emotions, relationship issues, feelings of isolation, the monkey mind of the ego, as well as heavy, stuck energy that needs releasing. Psychodynamic therapy, guided meditation, and shamanic modes of healing can help shift the way you think and feel. As Einstein put it: "No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it." Using an integrative approach we will connect with your higher self and beyond to experience real transformation and change of consciousness.
FOR DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, RELATIONSHIPS, ADDICTION, TRAUMA: I blend psychology and spirituality to treat uncomfortable emotions, relationship issues, feelings of isolation, the monkey mind of the ego, as well as heavy, stuck energy that needs releasing. Psychodynamic therapy, guided meditation, and shamanic modes of healing can help shift the way you think and feel. As Einstein put it: "No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it." Using an integrative approach we will connect with your higher self and beyond to experience real transformation and change of consciousness.
Ventura Community Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93003
Welcome to Ventura Community Counseling! All of our therapists create a safe, emotionally warm, and comfortable setting so that you can feel relaxed enough to discuss those experiences that are hard to talk about. We will listen with empathy, understanding, kindness, and support. We will provide you skill-based tools to guide you through your challenge so that you can grow, stretch, and heal. All of our therapists use a humanistic and holistic approach.
Welcome to Ventura Community Counseling! All of our therapists create a safe, emotionally warm, and comfortable setting so that you can feel relaxed enough to discuss those experiences that are hard to talk about. We will listen with empathy, understanding, kindness, and support. We will provide you skill-based tools to guide you through your challenge so that you can grow, stretch, and heal. All of our therapists use a humanistic and holistic approach.
Tracey Hess
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93001
Everyday, think as you wake up - today I am fortunate to have woken up. I am alive, I have a precious human life. I am not going to waste it. Being human isn’t always easy and I am here to help you navigate that path gently. I have over 25 years experience and have worked in many diverse settings: in group homes, ADHD clinics, child and family centers, community mental health centers, hospitals, inpatient psychiatric clinics, colleges (both as a Professor of Psychology and as a Counselor). With this experience I am confident that I can help you navigate through whatever it is that brought you here.
Everyday, think as you wake up - today I am fortunate to have woken up. I am alive, I have a precious human life. I am not going to waste it. Being human isn’t always easy and I am here to help you navigate that path gently. I have over 25 years experience and have worked in many diverse settings: in group homes, ADHD clinics, child and family centers, community mental health centers, hospitals, inpatient psychiatric clinics, colleges (both as a Professor of Psychology and as a Counselor). With this experience I am confident that I can help you navigate through whatever it is that brought you here.
Laura Crutchfield
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93003
Mindfulness, empowerment, self awareness, intention, balance, harmony and unreasonable joy - what are these concepts and how do you apply them to yourself and others to have a life that you love? In a safe and supportive environment uncover conscious and unconscious patterns that help or hinder you and your relationships. Together we explore the human condition, how there is a natural yearning to understand what it is all about and come closer to living your life based on your helping and healing truths. All this can cultivate the best within yourself and those around you.
Mindfulness, empowerment, self awareness, intention, balance, harmony and unreasonable joy - what are these concepts and how do you apply them to yourself and others to have a life that you love? In a safe and supportive environment uncover conscious and unconscious patterns that help or hinder you and your relationships. Together we explore the human condition, how there is a natural yearning to understand what it is all about and come closer to living your life based on your helping and healing truths. All this can cultivate the best within yourself and those around you.
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Chronic Pain Therapists
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophizing, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.