I appreciate how difficult and scary it can be reaching out for help, but you have already taken the first step by visiting my website. With my warm, non-judgmental and understanding approach, I will help you on your journey to understand the difficulties you are facing. I work with adults to successfully reduce stress, anxiety and depression; strengthen friendships and relationships at work and at home, resolve grief, past traumas, and internal conflict, modify negative thinking and self-destructive behaviors, build self-esteem, foster self-discovery, and help improve one's overall quality of life experiences.

While I specialize in treatment of trauma/PTSD, substance use disorders, active duty and retired military, and first responders, I am comfortable treating a wide range of presenting problems experienced by adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, and religions. Base on your needs, I integrate a variety of approaches to therapy, including Emotion-Focused Therapy due to its focus emotional healing and its warm, supportive stance. In addition to more traditional approaches to therapy, I integrate holistic practices, such as yoga and meditation.

I love the work I do as a psychotherapist. I see myself as a healer and guide. With you as my client, we navigate the challenges and perhaps, traumas of your past. Being guided through the changes you want to make, I offer empathy and compassion, knowing that self-exploration that leads to desired change can be a challenge, and sometimes the challenge becomes too great to want to continue. It is a given that I listen with in the moment “presence”, and I believe that this “presence” is the key to healing and growth. I welcome the opportunity to work with you as your guide and co-healer on your path of growth, healing and change.

How is your past showing up in your present? How are your perceptions of events and circumstances? How do you want to feel from the inside out? My passion lies in uncovering any experiences/stressors that has had an impact on your emotional, physical, mental well-being. I want to connect with you on your journey of healing, insight, and self-love. I strive for my clients to know they are enough just as they are.

My name is Laura and I have 8 years experience working in the mental health field. My primary experience comes from treating those with substance use disorders and eating disorders. My aim is to help my clients gain clarity, confidence, calmness, curiosity and compassion to their struggles. I work from an internal family systems orientation where all thoughts and emotions have good intentions. I seek to help my clients unburden themselves through witnessing and integration through parts work.

Have you felt overwhelmed by your job, to-do list, and your relationship with others? You’re not alone! Many people struggle balancing work, personal relationships, and finding time for themselves. My name is Jacquelyn Scherer and I would be happy to help you work through your current stressors. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship conflict.

With a background in forensic psychology I provide assessment and evaluation services to attorneys, parents, and individuals. Whether you are preparing for a court trial or need special services for your child, psychological evaluations are sometimes necessary to bring about the results you need. As a psychotherapist I work with adults and children in a safe, empathic, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment. I have a Level 1 eCertification in Trauma in addition to a doctorate in Clinical and Forensic Psychology. I am a licensed psychologist with the state of California and have experience in forensic and clinical settings.

A Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in trauma, crisis, grief, anxiety, depression, and relationships. Veronica provides an empathetic and caring environment to work through challenges without judgment. Veronica obtained her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Applied Developmental Psychology and Master’s in Social Welfare at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She is trained in CBT, DBT, and family and couples therapy. She is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and the administration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Deep-Brain Theta Stimulation.

If you have scrolled through hundreds of profiles and haven’t found the right fit consider this, Do you feel like everything sucks or that you or your life is out of control? Is your child driving you insane? Are you a teenager or young adult who feels like they are struggling to connect, relate or have healthy relationships? Life is hard, but guess what? You can do hard things! My goal is to help you recognize your strengths and help develop the skills to both embrace and reduce the “suck” in your life and relationships. “I’m not a regular therapist, I’m a cool therapist” – ME

Whether you are dealing with relationship difficulties, family struggles, poor boundary setting, low self worth, disordered eating, trauma, couples concerns, obsessive compulsive, sadness/depression, and/or excessive worry, I am here to help. My goal is to assist clients develop healthy boundaries, increase insight, increase self esteem, gain new perspectives, and learn positive ways to re frame negative thoughts. It is very important to me that I help you reach your goals & acquire the healing you seek, while assisting you along the way.

Facing Your Fears has been helping hundreds of people across the country with dealing with their stress, their anxiety, their lack of direction and their fears -for over a decade. The program can be completed individually, with groups or over the computer. We have multiple therapists and locations on the area. Stop self sabotaging yourself and find the success you desire in all aspects of your life. New groups are forming now.

***Currently Accepting New Clients*** Have you been struggling with current relationships, a loss, life dissatisfaction or ongoing issues that leave you feeling stuck? I have experience working with people experiencing relationship problems & life adjustments that often can be difficult to work through individually. I work from a client-centered approach that allows me to connect to clients and provide a safe environment to explore areas of change that can help increase coping skills, insight and general fulfillment.

BA in Business Communications, Chapman University, Orange, CA. MA Degree in Clinical Art Therapy, Long Island University, NY. Board Certified Clinical Art Therapist. Academy of Art, San Francisco, CA. MA & Doctorate Degree (PsyD) in MFT, California School of Professional Psychology, Irvine, CA. Strong lifetime passion for therapeutic Arts & a passionate advocate for Art Therapy awareness. Artist with frequent OC gallery showings. Creating art daily since childhood. Extensive experience & knowledge in Art Therapy, Psychology & Business for over 16 years enjoying working with youth, families, & groups, with various populations & settings. Frienly, kind, upbeat, positive, patient & caring. Frequent volunteer for various populations & organizations in OC & mentor to Youth.

You deserve to have a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental, supportive space to heal and grow. You deserve to have someone you trust to truly listen to you, understand you, and be there for you, whether you're going through a difficult life transition, or you're experiencing hurt or conflict with someone significant in your life. Or you've been struggling alone too long with anxiety or depression or trauma, and you don't know what to do anymore. You want to do something different to feel better and function better. Call me, and together, let's get you started on healing and growing.

Struggling handling stress? Feeling stuck in your relationship? Searching for your life purpose? You should know that you are not alone. So many of us face hardship and challenges at different times throughout our life. We may need support finding self-awareness and compassion which I believe is the key in the healing process. I enjoy acting as an empowering guide along your journey. I believe in our innate capacity to change and create a meaningful life that serves our life purpose. All you need to start the healing process is the WILLINGNESS to make the first step.

*** Currently Taking NEW Clients Through the COVID-19 Pandemic*** I am here to help you change your life! I provide an empathetic, non-judgemental and caring therapeutic approach. My goal is to help you reduce symptoms and gain positive change. Are you feeling anxious, sad, lonely, and struggle with loss of motivation? Are you having boundary issues, relationship issues, work problems, gender identity, culture issues, and/or immigration struggles. I am passionate about working with my clients to meet their goals. Every case is unique and requires a special therapeutic approach. I tailor my approach to your specific needs.

Raising healthy and happy children with ADHD or behavioral issues can be a big job, but the good news is that you do not have to do it alone. There is a lot that can be done to help! ADHD is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that impacts each child differently. ADHD has little to do with how "smart" your child might be, but it has a lot to do with your child's ability to regulate their attention, mood, and behaviors. When symptoms of ADHD lead to lower self-esteem, mental health concerns, behavioral challenges, or academic struggles, it is a good time to seek professional help.

The issues in life often leave us feeling alone, isolated, frustrated, and empty. By using mindfulness, I help you learn to cope and live a life that is centered and grounded in healthy choices; which, help mitigate these painful feelings. Make the call. Change your life. This is not an easy process, I agree, however, it is well worth it. Investing in your mental health is the single best choice you can make.