Therapists in 91360

I will respond to all inquiries within 24 hours. Visit my website to schedule a consultation or appointment. My goal in therapy is to help individuals gain insight, develop self-awareness, and build the skills and strategies needed to lead a fulfilling and satisfying life. It's a collaborative process, where the individual and therapist work together to achieve the individual's goals, and it can be a powerful tool for personal growth and change.

You might feel like you are stuck in an old pattern or at the end of your rope. You might be wondering, "How did I end up here?" You might be a parent distanced from your teen or a teen who feels misunderstood. You could be a young adult asking “Who am I?” Perhaps you are a couple who aren't sure you still like each other. I offer compassionate support and hope for teens, adults, and couples who want something different with their lives but don't know where to start. Through gentle exploration and the opportunity to try new behaviors, you can experience growth and healing and have better, more fulfilling relationships.

Life is beautiful and complex. I work compassionately and collaboratively with clients to untangle the parts of life that may feel complicated and overwhelming while celebrating the strengths and uniqueness each person embodies. Viewing nurturing and honest relatioships as a key to healing and growth, I strive to create an environment that fosters exploration and encourages stronger, helathier, and more open connections.

Are you trying to heal from a hurtful relationship? Relationships end for a variety of reasons. I work with individuals that are looking for healing and closure from emotionally abusive relationships. We hear a lot about narcissism and the term “gaslighting” is thrown around as a buzzword on social media. It can be confusing trying to understand what happened and why. My passion is helping you accept your past experiences and not only heal, but also grow from them.

How many therapists does it take to change a lightbulb? Just one, but the lightbulb has to want to change.

Feelings of stress, insecurity, and sadness are often a part of life. But if feelings like these are becoming so overwhelming that they're affecting your daily well-being and relationships, therapy can help. I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship struggles. In our work together, we'll explore your core beliefs, foster self-compassion, and figure out solutions to come to a place of healing and fulfillment.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Are you struggling to gain control in life? Perhaps you are trying to manage a better relationship with food. Or it could be a daily challenge to maintain your sobriety. Maybe you find yourself in a relationship that lacks the sexual intimacy you crave. I have successfully helped many people like you overcome the obstacles that keep them trapped in cycles that are ineffective. I provide a safe and empathetic environment in which you can discuss things that are painful, challenging and personal.

As your therapist, I will provide empathy,awareness and education. I am a therapist who listens compassionately to identify keys factors that are important in understanding your life journey. I will help you develop skills and resources that will increase the quality of your life. I will assist you in exploring relationship issues in a safe, supportive atmosphere. You can heal from traumatic life events,learn to cope with anxiety or depression or process your grief and loss issues. You can learn communication skills develop your personal self-worth or learn to face life transitions with more confidence.

I’m a personal person. When you come into my office, I will ask you to tell me where it hurts and I will help you be very honest with yourself. This is your hour. I prefer an action-oriented approach, with the intention of tuning into all areas of wellness in your life. I will lead the way with authenticity, respect, curiosity, and an open heart as we discover our therapeutic relationship and how we can help you live fully in support of you.

Are you like me and have found when I seek to change anything in my life it is the most exciting, terrifying, rewarding, difficult and life altering experience? Deepak Chopra once said, “All great changes are preceded by chaos.” I have found this sentiment to be true in my personal life. Making the decision to change is a difficult choice, but I believe, the true path to healing and joy. In my career I have the pleasure of getting to know many different people from different walks of life and individuals in different phases. I have found the desire to better oneself to be the most amazing and rewarding work I could ever ask for.

Being a human is hard, but it's also beautiful. From the time we were born up until this very moment we have been shaped by countless relationships and experiences, some having equipped us with the tools necessary to help us along our journey, others having left us with deep wounds that have hindered our ability to move forward. That’s where I come in. With your permission, I would love to join you in this current stretch of your journey. We can navigate this road together and heal the wounds that have been keeping you stuck. Let me meet you where you are and help you to move forward into the rest of your life with confidence.

At A Place to Turn, we understand that your journey to well-being is unique, and our approach to holistic healing is tailored to meet your individual needs. Our ideal client is someone seeking not just relief from symptoms but a comprehensive transformation that encompasses physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Their goal is beyond symptom relief but a profound sense of balance, purpose, and vitality. Our clients desire a holistic approach seeking the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. A Place to Turn becomes the refuge where their needs for deep healing, personal growth, and a renewed sense of purpose converge.

Are you struggling with food, weight/body image? We will look deep into distorted beliefs/body connection. TRAUMA THERAPY-Everyone's life includes some difficulties, but I specialize in working with people who are struggling to deal with the aftermath of deep traumas such as rape, sexual and/or physical abuse, serious accidents or unresolved pain from damaging childhoods or past relationships. Sometimes your pain causes you to lash out at others in anger or retreat from life in an attempt to protect yourself. Healing and transformation is possible through the therapeutic process.

I approach each client as a unique individual. Diagnoses suggest empirically validated treatments, but each individual is unique. There is always room for personal growth and creating balance in our lives. I am kind, gentle and honest. I have been practicing in Thousand Oaks, CA for over 15 years. I run a free weekly support group for pregnancy and infant loss sponsored by Hospice of the Conejo. Other support groups I have run are Bereavement Groups for Children and the support group for those who lost their loved ones on the Metrolink train crash.

Do you experience stress/anxiety/panic/uncertainty/difficulty making decisions? Do you often worry about what others think of you/ replay conversations or events long after they have ended? Do you come up with plans that excite you; only to later talk yourself out of their pursuit? Do you look forward to an event, finding that once you are there you cannot wait for it to be over? Does your child experience stomach aches that have no medical basis or become rude when in social situations? Do you find your relationship patterns eerily mimicking those of your childhood? Are you enduring life's experiences rather than enjoying them?