Therapists in Malibu, CA

The Pointe Malibu is committed to helping you with your chronic pain, suffering, and substance use. Our staff, headed by Dr. Mel Pohl, with extensive experience in the treatment of chronic pain and co-occurring disorders, implements holistic programs that heal you as a whole person. Working under the umbrella of our comprehensive Integrated Care Alliance, we utilize a dedicated team approach to your recovery. We offer world-class Medical, Clinical and Holistic services to individuals experiencing Substance Abuse and/or Dependence disorders, Mental Health Disorders, and Personality Disorders.

I see myself as a guide in your journey to self knowledge. My job is not to fix you but to help you find the resources within yourself and out there to help you maximize your potential. I tend to be very interactive, and goal directed; we work together to see if you are meeting your goals, and if not, why not. My orientation is a "YOU" centered one, where I may use any number of techniques including EMDR for trauma, Transactional Analysis for understanding your communication style, assertiveness training, and movement therapy to further the mind body connection.

Dianne Porchia is featured in HEAL Documentary film for her successful healing work with advance stage cancer client who remains cancer free over 5 years after diagnosis with stage IV colorectal cancer. Porchia's unique holistic approach to healing integrates the principles and practice of mind-body-heart-soul energy medicine, epigenetics, psychoneuroimmunology and heart-centered communication skills to reduce mental-emotional stress, support immune function and create and maintain successful and loving relationships through high stress life challenges such as divorce, death, loss of job, serious illness, disease and cancer.

As a therapist, I demonstrate a passionate devotion to fostering growth in a safe, nurturing environment. My treatment approach is tailored to your strengths and uniqueness. I teach and guide you how to actively pay attention to the messages of your body, thoughts, feelings, and your actions. Learn new coping skills that compliment your uniqueness. Visit my websites at www.mindfulpath.com and www.ericaives.com I believe recovery is much more than eliminating self-destructive behaviors; it's about cultivating and living life everyday on a mindful path filled with self-awareness, fulfilling relationships, meaning, and vitality.

“So often times it happens that we live our lives in chains, and we never even know we have the key” (The Eagles) “No one ever talked like this with me before” “They didn't force” “They listen and never force you, and they do not make assumptions about you” “You are unique and do not compare yourself to other people’s journey’s…do not do permanent decisions to things that will change in time” These are commentaries gained from people who experienced collaborative-dialogic ways of helping in the Now I See A Person Institute. Come hear words of hope and remedy, where dignity, dialogue and freedom arise within therapy, coaching...

Do you find yourself stuck in a rut? Doing the same things over again, expecting difference results? Do you want to feel free and easy? Strong and confident? Able to be effective, empowered, and create the life you desire, and deserve? I can help. I want you to feel hopeful, to see options and possibilities, to discover who you truly are, and to lead the life you are intended to live. I want to help you believe that you are enough, and you are worthy. Learn to let go of what no longer serves you, and grow.

We are experiencing extraordinary challenges right now. I personally understand and professionally appreciate the multitude of stressors that people are facing these days. Life typically demands much of us. Today in this fast paced society the demands are unparalleled. Depression and anxiety run rampant impacting the quality of our lives on all levels. I treat adult and adolescent age males and females in my 50+ years in practice conducting individual, couple, family and group sessions. My goal is to help my clients to transform their lives achieving greater balance, harmony and happiness.

Having a trusted therapist as a member of your support network can make a huge difference in the quality and enjoyment of your daily life. In our sessions, I pay attention and attune to your somatic and emotional state, social and cultural location, and attachment history to support you in staying mentally, emotionally, and physically healthy.

Struggling with addiction and feel rehab isn’t an option? Leaving your family, job, school and responsibilities for an extended period of time is not always needed to get yourself healthy and on track. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I know the challenges of this lifestyle. Being caught in the cycle of addiction is hard--feelings of fear, failure, guilt, and shame. You may have tried stopping on your own, only to find yourself engaging in the same unhelpful behavior. Breaking this cycle alone is tough! Counseling may be more effective for you than rehab. I specialize in moderation & abstinence based approaches.

I am a sexologist as well as a sex therapist in private practice for over 25 years. I can help you with any aspect of your sexuality. I conduct most of my sessions over the telephone, so I have clients around the world, as well as around the block. I'm also the bestselling author of several books including Advertising for Love, The 10 Commandments of Pleasure, Being a Woman and The Bonobo Way: The Evolution of Peace through Pleasure.

Mindfulpath Inc is a healing space encompassed by a variety of treatment professionals, providing a wide array of services, and working as one connected team to provide quality mental health care. Our community of practitioners make available a wide array of services from individual and group therapy to nutrition and yoga all in one location.  Mindfulpath understands there is no one healing modality that works for all. We take the time to get to know YOU based on YOUR uniqueness and together we create a customized plan to best suit your needs as you walk on YOUR mindfulpath. 

Halito! Specializing in Personal & Professional Growth & Development: Are you ready to shed your old skin and live the life you were meant for? Does your grieving seem unending? Do you desire a deeper connection with your life's purpose? Are you not advancing professionally? Do you continue to have the same conflicts with your partner, but nothing seems to change? Does fear keep you running in the same joyless circles? If so, it would be an honor to accompany you on your journey. For individuals and couples, I am only able to offer video sessions at this time.