Therapists in 90064

I understand it can feel uncomfortable to discuss your mental health concerns and I’m here to create a safe and comfortable space for you to do just that while keeping your best interest in mind and ensuring your confidentiality. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, relationship stress, gender identity issues, major life transitions, highly sensitive individuals, PMDD, postpartum, chronic illness, grief, and trauma. My goal is to provide mental health care to individuals of all ages, couples, and families and my approach is to understand what matters to you.

Therapy is a place to slow down and notice what is going on inside of you and in your environment. Whether you are working on regulating emotions, improving relationships, changing patterns of behavior, and/or accepting yourself where you are, our sessions will offer you a new perspective so you can move forward effectively.

As a queer Black Arab immigrant, I recognize the importance of how social identities can have a great impact on someone's mental health. Even navigating the mental health system can be exhausting and at times disappointing. In my practice, I aim to provide a safe space for people who often struggle to find one due to systemic and social injustices. I assist people in the healing of their trauma and processing difficult experiences as they navigate living in a society that is in itself in need of healing. I am passionate about my work and love being present with my clients through their journey of healing and self-discovery.

We all deserve a safe, compassionate space to process and explore, whether we are healing from difficult life events or simply taking a pause to reflect on our life. I deeply believe in holistic care, where the biological, psychological, cultural, sexual, and spiritual aspects of a person are given equal consideration and attention. I see my role as an active collaborator and supporter of the client’s goals. I work to build a nonjudgmental relationship where clients can add skills to their toolbox, introspect freely, and gain personal and community empowerment.

Welcome to my therapy practice. I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works with individual adults, adolescents, couples, and families dealing with a variety of challenges. Over the years, I have primarily helped clients with their depression, anxiety or major life transitions. Sometimes it is just that you have a general sense that something is wrong, or out of balance, and you need a place to talk or you are concerned for a loved one. I am here to listen and provide you with insight so that over time, you will feel clearer with yourself.

You are already taking the first step on a transformative journey by advocating for yourself and looking into therapy! Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship stress, PTSD, or want to gain a better insight to your patterns and emotions, therapy can bring you closer to coming home to your authentic self and living the life you want. There is a proverb that states if you want to go fast go alone, but to go far, you must go together. Let’s go together to find the right pathways out of the woods as we untangle your mental knots, let go of what is no longer serving you, and help you write your own narrative.

When you’re experiencing the full chaos of living, it can be hard to find ways to meaningfully show up for yourself. As an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, my goal is to open a space for you to pause, take a breath, and feel understood as you connect with who you are and where you are in the moment. I work across the lifespan with children (ages 5+), adolescents, and adults looking for a safe and nurturing environment to explore their multifaceted identities, relationships, and past/current/future lived experiences.

There are many reasons why you might be looking for a therapist: help with a long term struggle, support during a current life situation, and/or your personal growth. Whatever your reasons, I know how important it is to find a therapist you can develop a solid relationship with. In our work together we will come to understand more about what isn't working. You may be feeling stuck, sad, alone, consumed by rage, or unsatisfied. You and I will work together to build a trusting and non-judgmental relationship where you feel safe to talk about yourself openly.

You have the right to take charge of your life! Have you struggled with a loss of direction in life, issues with intimacy in your relationship(s), feeling down, on edge all of the time, or struggling with your identity? Let's work together to find individualized solutions to your concerns! I offer warmth, fresh perspective, nonjudgmental listening, and empathy while providing direction and obtainable goals. My niche is working with individuals on identity/growth, relationships (to include ethical non-monogamy), sexual concerns, life adjustments, and kink/bdsm. I also have experience working with grief, mood regulation, and more.

Your child is a source of light. But perhaps you've noticed their light has dimmed recently and you feel concerned. Perhaps your teen is falling behind in school, having difficulty connecting with their friends, or experiencing confusion as they explore their gender identity. Your young child may be having anger outbursts or challenges with their behavior at home. Adjusting to the post-COVID lifestyle might be causing ongoing worries and changes in mood or personality. Or your child might have experienced a major stressor like divorce, a death in the family, or even a traumatic event like a car accident or an act of violence.

I specialize in helping adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety disorders (including OCD), depression, shame or guilt, negative self-judgments, perfectionism, grief, a sense of feeling overwhelmed, lost, or disconnected from themselves or others. My aim is to help you increase psychological flexibility through mindfulness and evidence-based practices in the service of creating more space in your life to identify, connect to, and act in alignment with your own values. I want to help you build the life that you want even in the presence of struggle. I offer individual therapy.

Dr. Wendy M. O'Connor is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as holds a Doctorate in Marriage & Family Therapy and is in private practice in Los Angeles California. She has worked in various settings with over seventeen years of experience in the community. Dr. Wendy O'Connor & Associates specializes in single adults, couples & teens. I am thoughtful and caring. I have over a decade of experience as a marriage and family therapist. I specialize in couples and individuals, working with people who are single, dating, engaged, married, separated, or post-divorce and dealing with trauma/crisis, infidelity, grief and loss

"Life is not what it's supposed to be. It's what it is. The way you cope with it is what makes the difference." I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist specializing in relationship and intimacy issues, sex therapy, infidelity, betrayal trauma and sex and porn addiction . I work collaboratively with my clients to facilitate recognition of their strengths so they can actualize self-growth, meet therapy goals, find peace and develop healthy relationships.

Do you feel unsatisfied in your relationships or in your work life? Do you notice yourself facing the same issue time and time again? Perhaps you find yourself second-guessing every decision or just never feeling like you are “good enough.” If this sounds familiar, I can help. Through a relationship characterized by safety and trust, I will support you to uncover the unhelpful beliefs, underlying emotions, and past experiences that are keeping you stuck. In doing so, you will learn to make better choices, turn goals into realities, and find a greater sense of peace in your day-to-day life.

Are you feeling worn down by life? Maybe you're feeling stuck? Are you confused about your next move? Have you found that venting to friends leads to it being about them? Are your other methods of sustaining not working for you anymore? ​ Wouldn’t it be nice to have a space devoted to you? If you’re reading this, great job. You are one step closer to making a change that you deserve. The therapy process can be scary, confusing, and you’re probably wondering how can this guy help me? I believe you deserve a space that is dedicated to you.

Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed? Maybe you feel that no one can understand what you're going through? Do people consistently want to give you their two cents or give you unsolicited advice? Coming to therapy won't be a quick fix to everything, but it can be a place where you will get the time to discuss anything you want. I believe it is important for women and those identifying as women to have a space to feel comfortable and have the freedom to express yourself. I approach my work with kindness, humor, and a dedication to helping each of my clients create lasting positive effects for their lives.

My style is collaborative, client-centered, positive-energy, and solution-focused. I support my clients in developing solutions based on their goals and aspirations. My ideal client is one who is willing to "go deep," to learn about aspects of personality, behavior, and character that can contribute to developing a more profound sense of joy and fulfillment. Many of my clients are searching for the meaning and purpose of their lives:exciting work! On a personal level, I am warm, caring, compassionate, and non-judgmental. I read widely and draw from the fields of neurobiology, sleep medicine, and addiction medicine.

There are many reasons to seek therapy. Some are based on circumstances, others on one's history; maybe a cumulative sense of wanting to change, or family or work issues that are bearing down on one's daily living. The journey of self-knowledge is an investment in caring for oneself and one's future. There are patterns in one's thinking and challenging behaviors that can change through insight, understanding, and awareness. I spent several decades working in the film business before becoming a therapist and bring an understanding to creative people who are struggling with their work or in high- stress work conditions.

In finding a therapist, it's important to feel heard, respected, and understood and to feel confident that that person has the expertise to help you. I invite you to meet with me to see if I am the right therapist for you. I combine psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), and mindfulness approaches to provide effective high-quality therapy; this means that you will develop greater awareness of your struggles while being given direct and practical guidance on how to feel better and improve your life as quickly as possible.