Great-West Life Therapists in Montrose, CA

I have been working with children, adolescents and their families,and individual adults from a family systems perspective for over 30 years in the West San Gabriel Valley. I am a Professor at the California School of Professional Psychology teaching Family Systems. I have been the consulting Psychologist at Polytechnic School in Pasadena for over 30 years. Given my experience as a Psychologist in Independent Schools, I also conduct comprehensive psycho-educational assessments for children, adolescents and young adults ages 6-18 from a family systems perspective. Please visit my website for more information on my services.

I like to work with clients who see a need for change but can't seem to do it on their own. Together we can find ways that inspire, motivate and make for change. Change can happen effortlessly at times but also there are times when we must work at it together. I will work as long & hard for my clients as they are willing to work. Then we can both rejoice in the change.

Your relationships are precious to you, but sometimes you struggle with them. As a wife and mother, as well as a therapist, I know first-hand the joys & challenges of these meaningful relationships, & how passionately we work to be the best partner & parent we can be. What a relief it can be to express yourself freely in a warm, supportive environment & be understood! Helping others to heal their pain, gain insight, experience self acceptance, build relationship & communication skills, & develop real resilience has been my privilege for almost 20 years. It's time to for you to start feeling better!

I have been a licensed psychologist for 17 years and a licensed marriage and family therapist for 21 years. I provide a wide range of services including individual, marriage and family therapy. I also do parent coaching. I work with all ages and a wide variety of problems. I know it is difficult to choose a therapist, and I welcome your call to discuss if I would be a good fit. On this website you will find information on my background and my approach to therapy. I accept most insurance companies and private pay.

I work with Codependency and ACA issues and their application to the client's personal relationships and mental state of mind. My goal is to improve your overall relationships at work and in your personal life. I work from a Christian frame of reference (Biola Univ./Thru the Bible Radio) emphasizing the need for God in your life as the source of strength, comfort and in understanding behavior and symptoms. I utilize 12 Step Work and embrace this method of recovery. Establishing your goals and outcomes is essential to making your time and money count for significant changes in life.

The areas of expertise are: addictions, marriage therapy, child/adolescent therapy. Additionally, We treat individuals, couples, and families with anxiety, depression, anger, domestic violence, all addictions, sexual and emotional abuse/neglect, low self esteem, bullying, failing grades, being oppositional, cutting, anxiety, depression, suicide, death of a loved one, and domestic violence. Additionally, there are two Associate Marriage Family Therapy interns that graduated from Pepperdine that work here, Doug May and Austin Johnson, that see clients that need low cost therapy starting at $50-80 and will be on insurance panels soon

I have been in practice in Laguna Niguel for over 25 years. I know it is challenging to find a therapist , especially when you are experiencing personal stress. My clients tell me I am down to earth, open-minded, and non-judgemental. I am a practical and active therapist, giving feedback and suggestions to help clients find solutions and relief from personal, family or marital conflict.. I work with older adolescents, adults, couples and families.

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.

My ideal client is someone who has been struggling with addictions of all kinds, and is ready to receive help. I have worked with individuals and families affected by substance abuse, grief and loss, trauma and PTSD for 30 years. I am also trained in neurofeedback and have been integrating with talk therapy for 23 years. This helps with anxiety, ADHD and aspergers.

The ideal client is someone who comes to therapy with a willingness to work on his/her issues. I am experienced in child, adolescent, family and individual. It is possible that you've been to therapists and counselors in the past, and you've been disappointed by the lack of concern and care. It is my firm belief that no one deserves to endure the pain of psychological affliction, especially when real help is available. I do everything within my means to ensure my clients' success, and if you happen to be struggling, I want to extend the same help to you.

Change is an inevitable part of life. The lack of change or too much change can overwhelm us and derail our growth. No one escapes hardship and stress. During these times we need the trust, respect, and empathy of an impartial professional especially when family and friends are just too close to the matter. With more than 20 years of clinical practice, I've found that the healthier person reaches out for help beyond their immediate sphere. I see myself as a guide facilitating my patients' healthy risk taking and helping them manifest their visions for a better future.

"The purpose of therapy is to remove blocks to truth; to help you abandon any patterns of belief that no longer serve you in a productive way; to implement self-forgiveness. Therapy can alleviate suffering and open the door to peace of mind. It can assist in separating illusion from reality and even reality from truth. Finally, it can help you to learn to make your decisions from internal prompts because you have created an internal locus of control." From "A Course in Miracles" Most clients start noticing change in their perspectives, outlook and coping skills early in the process.

My approach to therapy is straight forward and personable. I see symptoms or life problems as the mind's "wake-up call" signaling the need for change and growth. I enjoy working with people to help maximize their strengths and meet their goals. My thirty years of varied practice experience enable me to understand most problems and work expeditiously to help you solve them. I work together with you to help you understand your symptoms better and to make appropriate changes for symptom relief and personal growth.

See my website rogerschwarz.com, including the video, about who I treat and how I work. I welcome you if you're at that point where you just don't want to continue feeling the same lousy way so much of the time. Usually that's caused by not being able to stop getting triggered no matter how much willpower you muster. It's hard to stay positive when the triggering constantly leads to predictable behavior that leads to predictable, hurtful results.

Making the decision to call a therapist is scary for most of us. It is usually at a time when we feel vulnerable or things have reached a crisis point. I can help give you objective feedback so that you can understand and make sense of your thoughts and feelings. In therapy you will learn new coping skills that you can use, not just in this incident, but in future ones. You don't have to be alone as you try and figure things out. I believe I can help.

My successful client is interested in bettering themselves, is open to suggestions and is willing to work hard to improve their life. I would enjoy assisting you in bringing joy, adventure and romance back to your relationship. Are you stuck in a job where you feel unfulfilled? I can help you create a position, or market yourself to find satisfaction in your job. Is depression or anxiety hindering you from doing things you enjoy? You're likely to respond to my CBT based program to assist you in recognizing patterns that are holding you prisoner and keeping you from your dreams.

Do you feel sad or overwhelmed? Is anxiety preventing you from achieving your goals? Are you dissatisfied with your relationships or feel unable to change your life? Do you have difficulty sleeping? I can help you change your life and become the person you want to be. I believe the most important aspect of therapy is the bond between a client and the therapist, and I make every effort to achieve this bond from the first session. My goal is to have you leave each session with a sense of peace, hope and empowerment.

I am a senior level therapist with a doctorate in psychology and over 20 years of clinical experience. I use my expert knowledge and experience to help you overcome anxiety and depression, resolve problems in your relationships and feel more satisfied with your life. In a warm, accepting environment I help you increase your self-understanding and learn practical tools that will enable you to find relief from painful symptoms and troubling relationship issues.