Compassion Focused Therapists in Santa Monica, CA

I believe that our struggles occur when we are out of alignment with who we really are. So many of us are simply trying to cope with day to day challenges and do not recognize their need for exploration or creativity. I work from a compassion-focused perspective and believe that deep healing occurs when we allow ourselves the space to explore our emotions and our current life circumstances. Whether you are dealing with dating/relationship issues, anxiety, or trauma, we can work together to help get you on the right path to a more meaningful life. Please book at http://drjennie.as.me

I take pride as a psychologist in the area of personal growth when dealing with life's challenges. This involves meeting your needs and starting where you are now and going from there. I work collaboratively in order for you to get to a 'better' place. I have accumulated a wealth of experience helping others combat challenges of not being able to have children by traditional means. I worked with patients exploring 'good' solutions to this heart-rending process. My goal involves helping individuals deal with the normal and not so normal life challenges of depression, self-esteem, anxiety, relationships, children, parents, and more.

Making that first call for therapy can be hard. Maybe you’ve been thinking about it for awhile but were too busy or unsure about how to proceed. Schedule a free consult call on our website to get matched with one of our therapists. The good news is that by taking that step you may feel an immediate boost. Yay - therapy has begun! What's next? While we will explore the past, our focus is on how the present moment is being impacted. It’s not just talking about the same stuff from your childhood over & over again. Yes, there’s some exploration around why this might be happening, but really it’s more focused on how to move forward.

I am enthusiastic and passionate about bringing people closest to the most pure and honest versions of themselves through understanding, insight, and acceptance so they have the freedom for connection, enjoyment, and prosperity in a better world. People enjoy my strengths-based approach and I often incorporate therapeutic techniques from interpersonal, family systems, and culturally-informed treatments. Clients find me sincere, attentive, and compassionate and I thoroughly enjoy building a relationship with my clients. Clients often mention that I provide a sense of security for them through my active listening. I mostly work with emerging adults, adults, and elders as individuals, as a couple, or within a family.

Have you achieved success in your life, only to find that you feel resentful & burnt out? I am passionate about helping high achievers & perfectionists find a sense of ease & balance in their lives. My clients say that I am both fun to work with & provide a truly safe, grounded space for self-discovery. My approach is casual & compassionate, while also attuned to my clients’ goals. In our work, I will utilize a combination of present-focused skills & insight-building questions to guide you in finding your truth. This allows you to skillfully manage your feelings & make choices that align with your values.

*I have a few spots open for new clients and I WILL reply to your inquiry!* My clients experience me as easy to talk to, warm, genuine and effective. We work together in a partnership to establish connection as an antidote to isolation; uncover obstructions by pathogenic beliefs; increase functioning and awareness to make better choices; and ultimately create a life worth living. My clients are proud of the lives they create by being proactive with their mental health. Let’s turn something that feels wholly negative into something that’s personally positive and life-changing. PLS NOTE: we accept PPO insurance and bill out of network

In my 30+ years of experience, I have tried to create a non-judgmental environment of openness and collaboration with my clients. I have found that most people are looking for understanding, clarification and a path to hope and healing.

I AM ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS DURING THE COVID-19 CRISIS VIA VIDEO. I BELIEVE THAT NOW, MORE THAN EVER, WE ALL NEED SUPPORT. I take a holistic, outside-the-box approach to psychotherapy. I seek to illuminate your internal world, while helping you connect to yourself, others and the world in a meaningful way. I work to build an authentic, trusting relationship with you, and aim to embody warmth, optimism, curiosity and empathy.

Being a kid is today’s world can be tough and helping your little one navigate through the struggles and hardships as a parent, can sometimes feel overwhelming. That’s where I come in. As a licensed professional therapist with over 7 years of private practice experience, I specialize in child and adolescent behaviors, parenting skills, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. I have a passion for helping children and parents realize their full potential by educating and working with them on issues that may be holding them back.

Are your relationships in trouble? Suffering from abuse, poor communication or just not feeling cherished? Or is it your relationship with yourself? Now is the time to seek help. Don't let it go to the place where it is beyond repair! I am able to serve you with SOLUTION BASED couseling. I listen with deep intention as I work with individuals, couples and families using techniques that are tailored for you and your situation. We will work toward NEW SOLUTIONS for resolution and healing. Please call and let's see if we fit!

Prioritize yourself. Whether you are seeking psychotherapy or a neuropsychological evaluation, you deserve high-quality, personalized, and collaborative care. I aim to support and guide you during life’s challenges as well as collaborate with you towards self-improvement, growth, and success.

It is the goal of us all to have the chance to live in the wonder of our real selves. But we often find ourselves in an outside life that doesn't match the inside one. We can spend years struggling with making decisions, dealing with sadness and anger, anxiety and grief, as well as distrust, fear and longing, all overwhelming feelings and the behavior that goes with them, not knowing how to change but knowing we must. My job is to help you get back to and live the wonder that is the real you.

My focus is to assist my clients with identifying purpose and passion in their lives. Sobriety can be a challenging road to walk however having a purpose in your life and additional motivation to grow and change can help to become the best version of yourself. After many years of struggling with my own personal addiction and successfully sustaining sobriety I became a believer in reinventing your life. I specialize in drug and alcohol counseling , wrap around Case Management support for the client and if need be the family. I utilize in person and remote support for the client and family.

Do you feel disconnected from yourself, from life, and from others? Panic, anxiety, depression, confusion, loss, overwhelm, numbness-- these can feel like powerful forces separating you from the vibrant and productive life you imagine is possible. I can help you navigate your path to emotional balance, cognitive clarity, joyful energy, and sense of purpose. Together, we can face the distress and restore your inner life in a way that brings you home to your Self.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist (PSY31363) providing Individual, Family and Couples psychotherapy in a private practice setting in both West Los Angeles & Glendale. I work primarily with adolescents, young adults & adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral/emotional disturbance, relationship/family dilemmas. I provide a flexible approach to understand and respond to the unique needs of each individual.

Is Your Teen Struggling Socially or Emotionally? Let me put any challenges your teen or family may be facing into perspective, and offer you fresh solutions you may not have previously considered. As an experienced Teen Therapist, I can assist you in finding solutions to problems at home or at school, and teach your teen the skills they need to thrive. For adolescents with a history of anxiety, depression, substance-abuse, or ADD, the coping skills they may have developed could be hindering the attainment of their life goals. I help teens & young-adults reconcile their history and temperament -- with their future aspirations.

I am an LMFT. I have worked with people from different walks of life doing couples education, helping with employment transitions, individuals suffering from substance abuse and families whose children are in foster care or at risk of entering foster care. Much of the latter mentioned, was working with individuals through their anxieties and maladaptive behaviors.

My clients seek a deep desire to live their fullest potential, enrich relationships, enhance creativity, co-create personal transformation and evolve into the fullness of who they truly are.

Are you feeling anxious, stuck, or even misunderstood? Many of us feel the loneliness of this day and age, and some life experiences leave us hurt, frightened, or traumatized. It is my job to walk with those who have been feeling alone in their journey and process these events together. My aim is to ensure progress in all areas of your life through empowerment and healing. Together, we can challenge adverse thought patterns, establish a sense of stability, and work towards becoming a happier and healthier you.