Compassion Focused Therapists in Los Angeles, CA

Do you often struggle with interpersonal relationships and find yourself caught in similar relationship patterns that you can't get out of or struggle with feelings of high achievement anxiety? I help individuals and couples who want to work on creating and fostering healthy and fulfilling relationships and manage feelings of anxiety, perfectionism and people pleasing tendencies. Together we will work on gaining insight into why you feel stuck in repetitive patterns and identify the roots of these issues so that you can make empowering choices in your life and relationships.

Dr. Mystkowski (he/his/him) practices within a cognitive-behavioral framework, including mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, compassion-focused therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy, specializing in treating adults with anxiety and mood disorders and relational problems and phase of life transitions. In addition, he has training in the psychological treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), insomnia, and bipolar disorder, as well as an extensive background working with LGBTQ+ clients. Dr. Mystkowski is Board Certified in Behavioral & Cognitive Psychology (ABPP), and is a certified CBT therapist (A-CBT).

My name is Denise Dugan your Whyscounselor. Are feeling like something has to change? Have you ever thought that if only this person would change or if I could stop feeling so anxious, frustrated, and sad? Life can be hard and challenges can steal our hope for changes to take place. What if I told you that there is one thing you can change that will affect every thing else in your life and that is the way you see yourself. I am passionate about providing help and healing to people dealing with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. In other words, real life.

I create a space for you to bring your authentic self into the room without feeling like you have to show up in the "right" way. My approach is direct, compassionate, practical, and personalized towards your values, goals, and experience. My lived and professional experience allows me to help you create a more fulfilling and congruent life while supporting you in coping with daily stressors, relationship dissatisfaction, anxiety, and depression. I am passionate about helping you overcome the challenges you face in today's society, including diet culture, body image, social media pressure, and unrealistic beauty standards.

You're putting one foot in front of the other and you still feel lost, stuck, or overwhelmed by events and emotions in your life. Or, perhaps it's become hard to tackle the day-to-day and you're longing to reconnect with the person you used to be. Maybe you feel caught in the past or tangled up in the future, disconnected from all that your life has to offer in this moment. Whether you know exactly how you want your life to shift as a result of being in therapy, or, you know only that you want to feel better than you do now, there is the possibility of living the life that feels best for you.

My aim is to provide a compassionate, straightforward and personalized therapy experience based on therapeutic tools and techniques that have been found to be effective. I utilize in equal measure cognitive behavioral principles to target changes you want to make in unhelpful thinking or behavioral patterns as well as acceptance, mindfulness and compassion-focused approaches focused on self-understanding and self-compassion for life's struggles.

I offer empathy and safety, an opportunity for you to feel truly “heard” by someone who cares. My sessions consist of both processing emotions and exercises/tools to support your unique needs & goals. My name is Sheryl Doering, a licensed marriage & family therapist & registered art therapist.

Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) & Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC). I am specialized in & have years of experience of working with adults diagnosed with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, & anger-related disorders. My therapeutic approaches include: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & self-compassion focused interventions. I have also been trained in Emotion Focused Couple’s Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), suicide assessment & providing sleep therapy skills through the UC Berkley sleep team.

Hi! My name is Jackie (they/them) and I am a first-generation Mexican-American, LGBTQ+ identifying (genderfluid/queer), psychotherapist. My focus is working with young adults exploring their sexual orientation, & gender identity, experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, heartbreak, phase-of-life stressors, LGBTQ+-related trauma & unwanted experiences. My approach to therapy is trauma-informed, relational, and tailored to each client. My top modalities are relational therapy, compassion focused and I have an overall, eclectic approach. I create a safe environment with empathy, authenticity, accountability, and humor

I have 13 years of experience counseling adults and teens by helping them apply practical coping skills to manage their moods. My clients often deal with feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, being overly sensitive, low self-esteem, multiple stressors, burnout, & ADHD. They want to increase task completion and move toward their full potential. I can help you update your mindset to be less critical of yourself, help you maintain a healthy schedule, process stressors & trauma, and grow self-confidence. Sessions are for you & your care!

Right now, you are doing something very courageous! You are taking the first step toward a more meaningful and rich life. You might sense that your thoughts and feelings are holding you back from truly living your life. You might have had traumatic life experience(s) that shaped your life in a way that is unfulfilling and terrifying. You might feel plagued by depression and/or anxiety, feel uncomfortable in your own skin or as if you are not performing to your best abilities. I want to commend you for taking this step and I would feel honored to be on this journey with you, helping you live a more satisfying, engaged and full life.

I find therapy is most effective when clients come with a sense of curiosity and willingness to make change. I have observed the power of curiosity and willingness be a catalyst in working with clients struggling with unprocessed or history of trauma, family dysfunction, relationship problems, emotional distress, mood disorders, substance use, depression, anxiety, or life satisfaction. I am hopeful to assist clients access curiosity and willingness in efforts to create meaningful changes that allow us to live more at ease with ourselves and move through life with a greater understanding.

I focus on helping clients heal from painful experiences, big or small. I use EMDR, a powerful approach for trauma/PTSD to fast track treatment, making significant relief possible quickly while minimizing "re-living" the pain. I address clients' specific experiences and relationships, or explore the patterns that keep them from moving forward. I help clients better understand their situation and find their way out of confusion or overwhelming feelings. In addition to skill-building, I address origins or attachment "wounds" that contribute to these issues.

Do you feel misunderstood? Do you find it difficult to explain yourself or talk about your feelings? It can be challenging trying to navigate life’s hard times by yourself. I would like to offer you a safe space where you can explore your voice, narrative, and identity.

Whether you are looking to end an addiction, process complex trauma and shame, or overcome your self-limiting beliefs I am here to help. My extensive experience in the field, as well as my own personal work has led me to the understanding that there is a way out. I treat those with depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, grief/loss, children of addict/alcoholics, borderline personality, betrayal trauma, sex/porn addiction, and other issues. Through the therapeutic process I can help you to better understand what you have been through and how to overcome your current struggles to live your fullest, best life.

Stressful life events, endless thoughts in the night, and emotions that seem out of control can be overwhelming and isolating. Exhaustion and mental health stigma can further push quality of life and sense of fulfillment out of reach. As an Asian American psychologist in California, I am passionate about supporting my community through thoughtful counseling that cultivates deeper understanding and healing. I have presented research and workshops on the intersection of mental health and diversity, and have over 8 years of psychotherapy experience focused on building awareness, learning coping skills, and improving quality of life.

My goal as a therapist is to empower you to be your own best advocate. I want to help you identify your feelings, needs, wants, and resources- creating a space where all of you is welcome, seen, and respected. While I always attempt to approach therapy through an inclusive, intersectional lens, I am also open to critical feedback. I want to make space for you. I want to help you reconnect with your authentic self to best support your own growth and healing. See more on my website: www.samsilvermantherapy.com. I offer Zoom (or other virtual) sessions and park sessions in the echo park area.

Hi, I'm Lena. I want to warmly welcome you to a safe and compassionate space. Anxiety, trauma, depression, and other life-related struggles can often feel overwhelming and isolating. We live in a fast-paced world that may lack human connection and compassion. I believe in providing a kind, empathetic and non-judgemental space where you can release the heaviness you might have been holding and find your way to well-being.

Sometimes the parts of us that are open, curious and authentic can feel stifled or closed off by life stressors and pain. As a result, we develop thoughts, behaviors and emotional patterns that cause us to resist or avoid our true self and prevent us from moving through the world with harmony and ease. By doing so, we end up experiencing feelings of loneliness, sadness, anxiety and stress, ultimately limiting us in our lives, careers and relationships. Therapy seeks to uncover our richer stories and truths, thereby allowing us to act from a place of trust and intuition, which ultimately enhances the meaningfulness of our lives.