EMDR Therapists in 90038

I'm happy you're here. It takes courage to seek out a perspective that can transform and empower you. When we allow ourselves the time to connect with our bodies, thoughts, feelings, and beliefs, we can heal and release what no longer serves; while at the same time strengthening what is true. Everything you are feeling serves a purpose. It is useful information. Symptoms such as: anxiety, depression, addiction, or relationship challenges are all trying to tell you something. You need some attention and we can all benefit from positive, focused attention where we need it.

Are you seeking emotional and physical healing? Are you seeking to improve your self-esteem or relationships? Are you dealing with a life transition or a family conflict? Do you have an adolescent who is struggling with making smart decisions, feeling depressed, or having difficulties interacting with peers? Together we can work through these concerns and more.

I love to work with people who are motivated to change. You might not know exactly what needs to change, but perhaps you have a vague feeling something better is out there. In my experience, new motivation or working harder is rarely what is needed. What we usually do need is to find a way to have relationships that are as soft, safe and connected as possible.

I have a gentle, innovative, creative approach to therapy, where my goal is to connect clients to their own sense of resilience and their unique internal healing resources. I believe that each individual has an innate blueprint for health, which can be accessed through trusting the process, slowing down, and deepening the connection to oneself and the present moment.

Available in Beverly Hills and Palm Springs, both locations offer in person or/and virtual appointments. We treat individuals, couples and families. Please ask your therapist what insurance they currently take. Please be sure to complete all paperwork prior to seeing your therapist. We work closely with psychiatrists to ensure that you obtain the highest level of care. We have both male and female therapists to choose from.

What do you want? Do you know? If you know, are you able to attain it? Do you struggle with relationships or the ability to make your life as way you want it? Successful living means functioning well in love and work. Irritability, rigidity, anxiety, addiction, lethargy, depression, self-doubt, self-attack: these are all symptoms that sap us of our right to act with the freedom we wish and the ability to engage emotionally with others, our work and ourselves.

Trauma Work: It can be incredibly frustrating and shame inducing when you find yourself repeating the same negative relationship patterns, behavioral and emotional responses, and maladaptive thought processes. My approach to trauma work is both holistic and central nervous system oriented; focusing on the brain, body, and behavior to see how your body’s trauma stress response is keeping you stuck in old narratives and patterns. I am trained in EMDR which is perfect for clients who do not want to rehash the details of trauma or who feel that they have not had success with traditional talk therapy.

I work with individuals and couples who are struggling with anxiety, substance use, and intimacy issues. My clients are often high functioning and motivated for change and in need of a safe space to express their thoughts and emotions. They often report experiencing increased self-awareness and insight, better communication skills, and a more positive outlook on life. If these are some areas you’re hoping to grown in, we may be a good fit.

My practice focuses on LGBTQ+ and BIPOC issues relating to anxiety and depression, with an emphasis on relationships and sex. Common topics include relationship anxiety and ambivalence, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), hook-up culture, non-monogamy, kink, infidelity, and problematic sex and porn use.

I treat individuals affected by complex trauma, anxiety, and depression, often resulting from childhood trauma, which includes, but is not limited to, traumatic experiences, dysfunctional family dynamics, emotional neglect, attachment wounds, abandonment, grief, sudden or violent loss, being raised by a parent with mental illness, domestic violence, and emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. I am a holistic and integrative therapist specializing in EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), trauma-focused-cognitive behavioral therapy, and somatic therapy. My personality style is warm, affirming, and non-judgmental.

I specialize in complex trauma, phobias/anxiety, and chronic illness for adults and teens. Many of my clients are recovering from developmental trauma, learning to soothe overactive nervous systems, and hoping to identify and express their needs in a new way. My work is depth oriented, empowering, feminist, compassion focused, and client-centered. I work well with artists and creative types, perfectionists, high achievers, those who identify as highly sensitive, and those who suffer from chronic illness.

It's hard to identify what the problem is. On paper, life is pretty good, but you're not happy and it feels like you're going through the motions. Things have started to lose their meaning and it's getting harder to keep pushing through. You've lost your way and need some help finding yourself. I don't have answers for you, but I've been here before and know how to help you find what you're looking for. I have a lot of question to help you dig deeper into heart of the issue.

I assist individuals in overcoming their inner pain, and learning to face the challenges of life from a place of strength, compassion, and connection. As your ally in healing, I can help you process the emotions, memories and experiences that may underly your current suffering, so that you’re free to feel connected with yourself, with others, and with life. Sometimes past traumas become trapped in our bodies and minds, and we need help to feel safe in ourself and our relationships. My approach is based on these principles: Efficacy (I use Evidence Based modalities), collaboration, individualized care, and warm relational connection.

Whether you are dealing with an unexpected change, trauma, anxiety, health challenge, relationship stress, depression or other mental health issue, having a trusted guide on the path can make all the difference. I have found mind body therapies get to the root of where we get stuck and allow for positive change. In my experience, an integrative approach brings about deep healing.

My intention as a therapist is to offer a space of attunement and care in which you feel seen and safe. Within this space we will plan an approach for our work together that feels right for you.

Art Therapist for help with • Parenting • Adulting • Aging • Grieving —You finally realize you really need some customized tools to navigate your current situation. You’re creative & have tried solving tough problems on your own, but it just isn't working & you’re actually ready to do this. A couch & a box of tissues just isn’t enough. I can help. Art Therapy is a comfortable way to gently learn how your unique brain works & get you (or a loved one) back on track. Using a variety of visual methods and art materials, we’ll lay your issues out on paper to help explore solutions and meaningfully respond to your personal situation..

Psychotherapy is about transformation, but that takes commitment and courage. Having someone you trust to guide you through such a process can make all the difference. A genuine and supportive therapeutic relationship can help you take an honest look at your feelings, your thoughts about yourself, and your relationships with others, removing the barriers to a healthy and fulfilled life. With curiosity, we can address these obstacles together.

Perhaps you are brand new to therapy, or returning for better results. Maybe you are looking for a therapist that relates to the LGBTQ+ identities/experiences you have, and how those may affect other areas of your life. You're looking for a space to be authentic and explore complex parts of who you are in a safe, affirming space. You might be experiencing anxiety, depression, confusion, or other barriers to your well-being. My priority is inviting you to share who you are so we can create positive outcomes. I combine evidence-based practices with real-world application, placing your experiences at the forefront of therapy.

For as long as you can remember, you’ve felt different. You learned early on that there were parts of your identity that you had to hide. So, you built a façade to protect yourself. You felt safer pretending you were just like everybody else. As you’ve gotten older, you’ve learned to accept these parts of your identity more, but it still feels like you’re hiding. You still watch what you say and how you behave around certain people. And a part of you continues trying to conform to society’s expectations. You wish you could just be your authentic self without fear of judgment, but you don’t know how. You feel trapped and helpless.