Female Therapists in Encino, CA

During these unusual times we are dealing with an unsettling reality that evokes strong reactions on personal, social and unconscious levels. These unique times require shifts and changes that can be challenging. We are all called to reflect and face deep inner and outer events that are out of our control. Healing adaptation and adjustment can happen on their own. Engaging in our own healing work can provide new state of consciousness, change and growth.

Perhaps, the essence of all your mental and emotional pain lies in your inability to love yourself. Thus, it's important to uncover all barriers within yourself that prevent you from achieving this. I highly value creating a safe space for improving self-worth. There are no easy answers, only profound opportunities to explore the unresolved questions. I'm interested in understanding what continues to hold you back in life and invested in guiding you towards greater balance, meaning, creativity, and authenticity.

My work focuses on helping individuals achieve a level of clarity and consciousness in their lives that can create a sense of joy, groundedness and growth. Growth can take many forms in one's life: improved relationships, improved sense of well-being, enhanced sense of self, reduction of painful/unwanted symptoms, career success, etc. My approach focuses on understanding and uncovering what stands in the way of one's growth. This process lays the groundwork for reaching a place of greater fulfillment. I seek to explore issues from the past/present to provide insight into what motivates present feelings and behaviors.

With twenty-five years of experience and outstanding credentials, I have two goals for my clients: Solve the immediate problem that brings you to therapy, and promote lasting change. My arenas of work include depression, anxiety, stress, and relationship difficulties. I have extensive training in couples therapy and am an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist. I deal with all manner of sexual issues, including desire problems, addiction, affairs, and the "sexless marriage." I welcome clients from varied backgrounds and communities.

It's 3AM and you're wide awake – sleepless with that aching emptiness inside. Your heart is pounding and you can feel it in your throat. You're longing for someone to tell you what to do about your broken heart.All you can think about is the fact that your loved one is gone. Completely overwhelmed with sadness and fear, wandering from room to vacant room, you wonder when your heartache will ever end. It’s been impossible to focus. Friends sometimes say things that make no sense: “Just give it time.” “Keep busy, you'll get through this..." One friend, post your break up, said: "You'll meet someone better." What?!!? Your heart aches.

Creating a safe, caring, non-judgmental environment in which to engage in a deep, authentic healing process is my intention. Anxiety, depression, and other painful issues, often have their roots in developmental wounding and/or trauma. I help you get to the causes of your pain and patterns that no longer serve you. Mindfulness and somatic resourcing allow you to experience relief (and rewire your brain) while safely navigating and processing the past. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationships, career, self-esteem, and auto-immune, pain and other somatic challenges. I offer individual, couples therapy, groups, workshops, and retreats.

I specialize in non-monogamous, kink, sex worker, and LGBTQ communities. Growth occurs in an atmosphere of respect, compassion and a belief in the human capacity for healing, change and reparation. My approach emphasizes insight, emotional healing, and empowerment to help you reach you highest potential and develop a more gratifying life. Couples/Relationships: Both Imago and Emotionally Focused Therapy heavily influence my work to encourage the strengthening of trust, mutual respect, understanding, intimacy and love. We will work together to untangle confusing thoughts, feelings, and behavioral patterns to rediscover your capacity to make meaningful choices that are right for you or your relationship.

Do you wish to "restart" your life? This desire manifests differently for each of us, but the common factor is a sense that “something is missing.” In my practice, my clients and I work on understanding what has been in the way of taking action to fulfill that missing piece. We then create increased structure, focus, and schedule, alongside exploring your underlying reasons for not taking the level of action you wish to or your lack of motivation. If you feel a bit lost or have realized that you procrastinate around the endeavors and dreams that matter most to you, I can help you to gain clarity into your next step.

My passion for my work comes from helping you with your current problems and longstanding patterns in a caring, nonjudgmental, and insightful way. The joint learning, collaboration, and even humor on this journey inspires me, as we work as a team. I am an engaged, interactive, and respectful therapist, whether I am with individuals, couples, or groups. And coming from a multicultural family background, I celebrate all types of diversity and various points of view. My areas of specialty include trauma and PTSD; relationship issues and couples; creative clients; career transitions; and family members of the mentally ill.

Hello! My name is Jennifer Adams and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in Trauma Healing and uses mind, body and spirituality (if applicable) to help clients work through any issues that arise in everyday life. While I am originally from Florida, I moved to California in 2014 to work in the mental health field for the last 9 years. I have a background working with families, couples and individuals who struggle with grief and loss, traumatic experiences, depression, anxiety, psychosis and running groups on a variety of topics!

Hello and Welcome. Are you someone who is advancing in age and experiencing the many changes of relationships and other life events that these years can bring? If you are troubled by personal relationships, you may find it helpful to talk with a seasoned psychotherapist like myself to begin to find solutions to what seem like difficult, unresolvable issues. Sharing thoughts and feelings - make things feel lighter and begins the process toward resolution. Working through these issues can bring you satisfaction, fulfillment and enjoyment in your life once again. I look forward to meeting you and working with you. Family sessions offered if appropriate.

I am most passionate about helping my clients develop a stronger awareness of how past events and beliefs are influencing their current behavior and decision-making. I believe that therapy is so much more than just talking about problems; it’s about examining how our beliefs and experiences have taken root in our lives and influence us.

Beginning therapy can be one of the most difficult things we do. It can also be the most rewarding. It is stepping into the unknown and taking an unfamiliar path to a destination that may seem completely out of reach. Therapy is a journey and I will be your travel companion. It is my firm belief that as humans, we just want to be seen and heard. In my practice, I strive to create an environment that is safe, nurturing and most importantly, free of judgement so that I can both see and hear you.

As an experienced psychotherapist, I find great joy in helping others navigate their personal journeys. With an eclectic orientation, I draw from diverse range of therapeutic approaches to tailor my interventions to each individual’s unique needs and challenges. My educational background from Cal State Northridge with a Bachelor’ degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree from Phillips Graduate Institute. Has equipped me with a well-rounded understanding of human behavior and societal influences. Additionally, my education and over 10 years of clinical experience have further honed my expertise in the field of psychotherapy.

Tired of searching for the right therapist that takes your insurance ? We are a group practice with a variety of different therapist to chose from with one phone call. Our world is very unpredictable right now. Are you finding yourself worrying more than usual or struggling with how to adjust to being home and under quarantine? Feeling even more alone and isolated than usual? It’s time to pick up the phone and call us. Your NOT alone. We will be there for you week after week while the world is changing . We can work with you on a consistent basis to get through this and help you decrease your stress and anxiety.

I work with adults and children over 15 years of age. The focus of my practice is individual clients and couples. Its difficult to summarize my work but here are some places I focus... I help my clients identify dysfunctional and negative patterns in their lives, become aware of the underlying root of sabotaging behavior, identify and access suppressed emotions and challenge negative thought patterns. I believe it is essential to create a safe, non-judgmental, empathic environment for my clients, which includes, most importantly, a safe, non-judgmental, empathic therapeutic relationship.

You matter, you are important! Let me help you discover ways you can help yourself get to where you want to be in life. Whether you are dealing with everyday stress or need to work through complicated situations, there are always options we can explore. I am experienced in working with individuals, couples and families dealing with developmental disabilities, severe mental illness, post incarceration/reentry into the community, and immigrants struggling with acculturation and generation gap issues.

Experiencing anxiety, a relationship problem, trauma or emotional pain from long ago? Maybe it’s something that just doesn’t feel right or perhaps you just need extra support for a major life decision or situation your currently facing. I take a collaborative, nonjudgmental and empowering approach with you on your journey towards insight, healing and growth. I actively listen and help provide the confidence and guidance you need to change what is no longer serving you and begin identifying and practicing things that allows you to reach and maintain the fulfilling life that you want and deserve to have.

Hi! My name is Rose and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA. I have been working with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced or are currently experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders and behavioral issues. I believe we all deserve a chance to be the best version of ourselves. Therapy can help you do just that.