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The core value of Affirming Therapy Center (ATC) is in our name. “Affirming” is both the nature and the goal of ATC’s work as a dedicated resource supporting Gender, Sexual, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD) in California. This core value is embodied by providing you with professional, open-minded care in a space that acknowledges and celebrates your unique personhood and distinct challenges. You are welcome and valued here.

Televideo ANYWHERE in California and New Mexico ( NM cash clients only ) PARTNER on your back or far away emotionally? Are you a CHRISTIAN battling fear, anger or sadness? Are you MILITARY who is struggling? Has your family been challenged by trauma, infidelity, or finances? See Veronica for Military, Couples and Family Is your CHILD struggling with grief, impulsivity, anxiety, or aggression? Our team of seasoned therapists can help you! Has your BLENDED FAMILY left you feeling hopeless? Kellye specialist for Blended Family

When you look in the mirror, do you find yourself asking, “Am I enough?” Do you have this nagging suspicion that something is deeply wrong? Has it started to affect your relationships, your work, your overall sense of peace? It’s likely that you’ve had experiences that no matter what you do, you just can’t seem to forget. These experiences shape your reality, fuel your anxieties, leaving you on edge and burnt out. What would it feel to like to let go of the pain you’ve carried for so long? Imagine what life would be like if you had the emotional space and clarity to be the best you.

I work collaboratively and creatively to help you/your child or teen identify the root causes underlying the current struggles and increase awareness of solutions in your lives. I use play/art techniques to explore thoughts and feelings, emphasize therapeutic experiments, and process traumas to help you/your child feel better and improve the quality of your lives. I have more than 20 years experience helping children, teens, adults, and parents with trauma, grief, anxiety, family conflicts, bipolar, ADHD, and depression, among other issues. I also love working with LGBTQ community, military families, twins, and parenting struggles.

Do you struggle with depression? Does your anxiety cause you distress? Or maybe your current situation is affecting your mental health. Whether you are a parent looking for ways to handle your child's big emotions, a teen/young adult looking for support and tools to get through this transitional time, a married or engaged couple wanting to explore the "hot spots" in a relationship or a family in need of a safe space to address issues I would like to help.

Do you find yourself getting irritable “for no reason”? Do you get caught off guard by sudden mood changes? Do you feel like your emotions get the best of you which makes you feel like a horrible person and impacts your relationships? Do you struggle with asserting your needs and setting healthy boundaries? This could be the result of trauma or other impactful past experiences. Treatments like EMDR help to process these past experiences so you can heal, feel good about yourself, and re-gain control of your thoughts and feelings. As someone who had to do my own healing, I get how vulnerable and scary therapy can be. I also know

Hello and welcome! I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who is compassionate, insightful and intuitive about people and their issues. As a therapist, I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the challenges of life, and achieve their goals for mental health and wellness. I realize seeking therapy can be a difficult decision, and I commend you for taking this step towards improving your emotional well-being. My approach to therapy is warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where you can feel comfortable sharing your thoughts.

You have found a safe, judgment-free space for kinksters, non-monogamists, swingers, and people with otherwise “alternative” relationship structures, dynamics, and roles to discuss issues of sexuality and identity. As a gay, kinky, queer therapist, I understand the complexities and importance of relationships - both with each other and with ourselves. If you experience disordered eating, we will work together, utilizing the Healthy at Every Size (HAES) approach, to holistically heal and restructure your overall mindset toward food and your physical body. Because bodies of all sizes deserve to be loved and respected.

Hello, I am Sarah Schumacher, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working in the mental health field since 2018 and I was previously a lead clinician. Prior to being a therapist, I spent 20 years in the army, and served several tours in Afghanistan. If you’re looking for quality private counseling with a provider that cares, then you’ve come to the right place. I love helping people overcome the difficulties that life brings and assisting my clients to feel empowered as they learn the skills necessary to prevail and enjoy a happy, healthy, and successful life. I enjoy working with adults and children.

The thought of going to therapy can be overwhelming and scary, but it doesn't have to be. As your therapist, I will hold a safe space for you, free from judgement and provide plenty of support. This will be a place where you can heal from past traumas and/or present issues that are making you feel stuck. I will meet you where you are and only take you where you want to go. I have over eight years of experience in both mental health and hospital settings. I started my career as an ER Social Worker at CHOC and most recently was with the County of Orange providing psychological evaluations for suicidal and homicidal minors.

Imagine an opportunity to be happier, healthier, and more fulfilled, even in a world of uncertainty. You don’t have to wait for things to change to feel good about life again. If you are looking to heal from complex trauma/PTSD, grief and loss, narcissistic abuse, addictions, depression, anxiety, and other stressful life situations, I can help. I will guide you to improve your self- esteem, manage mental health symptoms more effectively, and find deeper meaning and purpose in your life. You can reconnect with what really matters and to let go of what is holding you back.

Welcome, I'm glad you're here. I work with young people typically 12-22 years old, helping them identify what they want to address in therapy, letting them lead this process, and collaborating with them until they feel they have met their goals. I enjoy helping my clients find hope, learn about themselves, and develop healthy skills. I enjoy working with young people because I can be a person in their life who sees them not only in their difficulties but who sees their gifts and strengths. I am experienced in helping young people navigate stress & anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and other mental health challenges.

Hello, I’m Abby Duran, a Licensed Professional Counselor in the states of California, Oklahoma, Arizona, and Florida. I have been licensed for 12 years and worked in mental health for 22 years. I have extensive experience with individuals, couple, military and traumatic brain injury. Working with; depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, stress and trauma. I was trained in Gestalt therapy and utilize other modalities such as; CBT, motivational interviewing, trauma focused care, person centered therapy, marriage/ couples counseling and several others.

My name is Denise Holmes, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults and seniors in a number of different specialty areas, including anxiety, depression, medical stress, life adjustments, trauma, goal planning, life transitions, relationships, aging, stress management, and trauma. My treatment approach is eclectic, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused, Narrative and Psychodynamic Theory. My style is empathetic, nonjudgmental, interactive, and collaborative.