Therapists in Calabasas, CA

Life doesn't always go smoothly. You may have problems at work, relationship conflicts, stress, anger,depression or anxiety.Sometimes you can't put your finger on why you feel this way or how long you have been unhappy or even the last time you felt happy. Perhaps the lack of clear communication is causing problems in your relationships You are reading this because you feel it is time to talk to a professional.

Are you dissatisfied with your life? It takes strength to reach out for help. I provide a comfortable, supportive environment to explore how to live a more fulfilling life. My therapeutic approach is interactive and collaborative with an emphasis on solution-focused, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). My specialties include treating grief, depression, anxiety and relationship issues. In the past 32 years, I have helped hundreds of people (just like you) to overcome life obstacles and reach their full potential. So stop struggling on your own. You can change your life, and I can help.

Whether you are searching for someone to support you on your journey in challenging and painful life situations, assist you to know yourself better, explore with you creative and/or emotional blockages, or help you improve your relationship with others, I am here to do - please reach out.

Hello, my name is Michele Ryan. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who loves working with individuals, families and couples who have been affected by mental illness or just the everyday stressors and strains of life. Sometimes it can be very difficult to get relief from emotional problems on our own. Too often, when we feel discouraged, angry, stressed out and overwhelmed and we can turn to unhealthy coping skills. I have worked with clients struggling with chemical and behavioral addictions, depression, multiple anxiety disorders, PTSD and ongoing difficulties due to past traumatic experiences and life stressors.

I have specialized in relational trauma for years and I believe in the power of connection. I am dedicated to helping my clients feel confident in relationships with people who make them feel safe. I decided to become a therapist after the Columbine shooting occured. I was deeply saddened by that act of violence among students and left my job in advertising 20 years ago to complete my master’s degree in psychology. Something about me that is unique is that I have close friendships for 35 years and I continuously seek and value new friendships and connection.

A therapist's main role is to earn your trust and develop a good rapport so that you will feel safe and comfortable to share about yourself. Receiving validation for your thoughts and feelings regarding your experience helps you to begin the healing process. You can begin to handle toxic situations/relationships and learn to set boundaries with others. Counseling encourages you to take care of "you" and teaches you how to improve your self-esteem. You learn to regulate and tolerate emotions causing anxiety & depression. You can begin to replace harmful habits with new healthier behaviors. I can see anyone in the state of CA online

Let's eliminate the same problem, different day, bandaid approach, and create a plan that will provide lasting solutions. Let us help you end the cycle that keeps you from moving forward with your life and from reaching your personal goals.

At a crossroads or in a state of gridlock? Well, it is my pleasure to assist. Let's identify the underline issues that derailed you from living in your purpose. I'm extremely humbled partaking in one's healing journey, for sure... SO, let's get started today! Whatever modality is most comfortable toward you reaching for help... Just do it! Text, Email, or call:) I await being of assistance to either a family member, friend, or most importantly you! However, until we connect... be good to yourself. Wednesdays are dedicated to giving back to those in need. Therefore, I will Slide that Scale! Sessions are virtual until further notice

Sometimes we all need someone objective to talk to in order to deal with our problems, crises and stress while living our busy day-to-day lives. In a supportive, comfortable, and non-threatening atmosphere, I can provide you with a safe place to talk, help you solve problems, help you create happy and healthy personal relationships, help you gain insight, as well as a new perspective, into your current and past behavior in order to experience personal growth, success, and satisfaction in your life.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my goal is to help individuals improve their relationships with loved ones, uncover their strengths, and acquire positive coping skills to lead a healthy life. During my 18 years as a Therapist, I have worked with families, couples, and individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems. I also helped many people who have experienced trauma such as sexual, physical, and emotional abuse. In addition, I had the opportunity to work with Adult Children of parents with personality disorders, particularly Borderline and Narcissistic.

Neuro-Psychotherapy: This unique therapeutic modality combines psychotherapy with a brain and behavior perspective. The integrative format helps you better understand your brain patterns in relationship to your behavior and emotional output. This information will help you to permanently correct the negative feeling or behavior, allowing you to establish positive patterns instead. We offer individual, family and couples therapy to children, adolescents and adults with the following problems or difficulties: sadness/depression, mood swings, anxiety (panic attacks), social phobia, poor social skills, OCD, substance abuse (relapse prevention), video game/internet/pornography addiction, gambling, eating disorders, sleep difficulties, impulsivity, anger problems, relationship issues, trauma/abuse, PTSD.

I believe that therapy is a joint venture between therapist and client. Whether you are looking for short-term solution-focused work, or are seeking assistance for an issue requiring long-term care, I will work with you to identify the goals you wish to address and to develop a treatment plan that is right for you. I also conduct forensic evaluations of federal employees and have expertise in how physical injuries and work-related stress contribute to and interact with psychological disorders.

Quite often life can be full of challenges and it can be difficult to work through them. Part of my goal as your therapist is to help you see that despite these challenges, they can be worked through and you can have a meaningful and fulfilling life. I personally enjoy being on this journey with my clients and will utilize a variety of approaches and techniques to help you overcome them. I do believe that everybody is different and deserves to have a customized approach which works for them, and that is why I work from an eclectic perspective and will personalize a treatment plan for each client.

My focus is on deepening my patients' understanding of their own behaviors, improving their communication and coping skills, increasing confidence and self-image, and moving toward a healthier and more satisfying level of functioning. I am fluent in both English and Farsi.

I am a clinical psychotherapist with a Jungian orientation. This allows for a depth psychology approach towards mental health. My intention in the therapeutic process is to accompany, bear witness, and assist in the discovery of an inner world so that a person may bring unconscious aspects of the Self to light. What brings you to therapy may look like anxiety or depression, but these symptoms open the door for greater healing. Utilizing traditional psychoanalysis, dream analysis, art therapy, mediating from powerlessness to creativity, from possession to liberation.

I specialize in treating treating high achieving individuals & couples, with perfectionist tendencies. My priority is your emotional safety. Non judgmental support allows for your sharing openly and honestly. The need to "be right" can be unconscious, & you may be hurting those you love. My skilled intuition, and 25+ yrs. of clinical success, knows hope is available for the motivated and committed recovering anxious, obsessive, & over analyzing adult. Our trusting relationship inspires you to reflect upon your life/relationship goals; together we explore, & honestly challenge: "Do I want to be right?" Or, do I want to be loved?"

As a licensed clinical psychologist in California, I am dedicated to providing empathetic and personalized psychotherapy services. Specializing in working with individuals, couples, and adolescents, my goal is to create a supportive space for personal growth and well-being.

It is my fundamental belief that all people have the ability to grow, change, and heal. We are living in a world fraught with stressors and uncertainty, and during these times it is more important than ever to develop a sense of control and purpose in our lives. My focus is to assist you in exploring and understanding the factors that have led to your symptoms of anxiety and/or depression, and how these symptoms are impacting your relationships, sense of self, and the direction that you have envisioned your life going. As a relational therapist, I can also assist you in strengthening your relationships with your loved ones.

"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step" -Lao Tzu. During this unprecedented time of uncertainty, change, & loss, many of us are struggling in different ways. Acknowledging your challenges & seeking help are the first steps in healing. At Diagnostic & Counseling Center, we have a diverse group of clinicians to offer support to individuals, couples, & families. We believe that each person possesses special strengths, & we strive to build upon these to facilitate growth. During therapy, we encourage clients to engage in self-exploration & provide tools to help individuals lead healthy, fulfilling lives.