Therapists in Kern County, CA

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you ready for a change? Would you like to learn more about yourself? Take steps towards accomplishing those goals that have been brushed aside because of obstacles? My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. Although we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to understand and resolve challenges in your life. We will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I have experience working with adults, teens, children, and families. I specialize in working with individuals who are struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Trauma, Infertility, Family Conflict, Obsessive Compulsion Disorder and Relationship Issues. I am trained in Exposure Response Prevention specifically focused on treating Obsessive compulsive disorder.

As a clinician specializing in complex (developmental) trauma, I assist teens and adults facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and chronic health conditions. I also help families in conflict. My method zeroes in on uncovering root causes and core beliefs to enhance self-connection. I recognize the deep impact of past experiences such as loss, bullying, significant life changes, violence, and family dynamics on current well-being. This understanding drives my focus on addressing foundational issues for lasting change.

We offer personalized support tailored to address a range of mental health concerns. Whether dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, or ADHD, our goal is to guide you toward greater self-awareness, resilience, and overall wellbeing. We also specialize in trauma/PTSD, anger management, issues related to divorce and domestic abuse, life coaching for personal development, relationship issues, and parenting challenges. We also treat adolescents, offering a safe and understanding space for them to navigate their unique challenges, including identity development, academic stress, and peer relationships.

Individual psychotherapy can be a challenging process, one that fosters your emotional awareness and psychological development. It allows you to work through issues that give rise to depression and anxiety, and enables you to grieve the many losses and disappointments that continue to live within you. As your therapist, I am committed to help you resolve all life, career, family, and relationship difficulties or transitions. Your greatest potentials are within you. Together we will reach your individual goals.

Psychotherapy helps to regulate your feelings, make better choices, and to remove the obstacles to your goals. As a licensed psychotherapist and Professor at Pepperdine and Antioch Universities, I work with individuals, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds dealing with emotional difficulties, relationship problems and various psychological conditions.

For over 30 years, I have been helping individuals, families and couples through their journey of self discovery, with awareness of the roots of their issues, and with tools for growth, for self improvement and improved relationships in a safe, warm and supportive environment. In addition, I specialize in cross- cultural therapy and effective parenting tips for parents. I possess Armenian and Arabic language skills. I have written a book on effective parenting skills in Armenian for Armenian parents. I have trained interns in the field of Psychotherapy for 17 years.

From the outside, you may appear to have it all worked out. But you are feeling alone, you are plagued with anxiety, self-doubt, and dissatisfaction. Perhaps you've lost sight of who you are, where you're headed, and why you're working so hard. You want to feel better but find yourself stuck in old patterns and feeling like you'll never be able to change. I am a firm believe in the healing power of human connection. We are all needing to be heard, seen, loved, and appreciated. I'll step in with you and help guide the way to move past the obstacles that are getting in the way of your happiness.

Life can be full of challenges, but also rewards. Therapy can help us to have better relationships with our family and friends, as well as those in our extended communities. Those are extensions of our relationships with ourselves. I would like to help you build those relationships by providing a safe and welcoming non-judgmental environment. Together we will design and build the mental and emotional structure where you can live your happiest life that is mindful and peaceful.

Life can be a whirlwind. Whether it be unexpected crisis, unresolved past trauma, intimate relationships, the dating process, family, or life feeling like a day to day battle. At the heart of my practice is a commitment to creating a safe, non-judgmental & peaceful space for my clients to explore their inner thoughts and feelings. For us to engage & develop understanding and awareness. A beautiful journey of self-exploration. I take a holistic approach & look at all aspects of your life. The goal is for clients to gain the skills, power & resilience needed to achieve strength, growth and healing. I keep it real, always.

Welcome to all of you. I am primarily trained in health psychology, working with those hoping to harmonize their body and mind benefiting from alternative and integrative initiatives. I am comfortable treating issues of dual realities: behaviors; bipolar disorder; death; hyphenated/intersectional identities; inter/multi-generational traumas; relationships (children/parents, couples, blended families, siblings); life transitions and personal journeys of assimilation, breakup, borders crossing, conversion, displacement, divorce, migration, sobriety and transitioning - all great examples of the incredible power of human transformation.

I believe that seeking professional help is a strength and not a weakness. I value individuals for who they are, and I appreciate their pain and struggle. I make every effort to understand my client's needs, and I make it a priority to meet with my clients at their starting point. Along the way, I do my best to provide my clients with safe and healthy environment.

As a queer Black Arab immigrant, I recognize the importance of how social identities can have a great impact on someone's mental health. Even navigating the mental health system can be exhausting and at times disappointing. In my practice, I aim to provide a safe space for people who often struggle to find one due to systemic and social injustices. I assist people in the healing of their trauma and processing difficult experiences as they navigate living in a society that is in itself in need of healing. I am passionate about my work and love being present with my clients through their journey of healing and self-discovery.

We meet you where you're at and build on your resilience. We welcome you and invite you to start on your self care. We value diversity and acceptance; we work with all faiths, LBGTQ+, and all backgrounds.

Are past traumatic experiences, being an adult child of a dysfunctional home, incest survival experiences, addiction issues, phobia, panic, anxiety, C-PTSD or depression affecting your success? Are distractions impacting your optimal performance abilities at work, in your intimate relationships, or in relationships with family members or with yourself? Are you surviving instead of thriving? I provide accelerated psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are challenged by performance loss and emotional unhappiness. Also offer Diagnosis evaluation for addiction, mood, personality, and adult Autism spectrum. HSP and Kink friendly.

Accepting New Clients! Welcome to Victorville Counseling! Our clinic provides a wide variety of services all throughout California. Our mission is to ensure you are provided with quality care as you embark on your therapeutic journey. We have providers who can provide services in Arabic and Spanish. We also provide Court Ordered/CFS Requested Therapy, Mental Health Evaluations, Short Term Therapy, and much more. To see if we are able to provide a certain service please give us a call.

I work collaboratively, my style is active and engaged with the intention of creating a safe environment to empower understanding, growth, and healing. I guide my clients by helping them modify their lives according to their needs and lifestyle.