Therapists in Burbank, CA

Hiii there, welcome to my page! Whatever the reasons that have brought you here, take a moment to pause and acknowlege that this process of connecting with someone new, is never easy! So, I'll do my best to bridge that gap of uncertainty by telling you a little about me. I'm a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (this, just a fancy word for saying that I can see adults, children, families, couples and of course, individuals, one on one). I am a parent, a wife, BIPOC, an ally to the Queer community, and all communities that seek equality and justice regardless of gender, race, socioeconomic background, persons with disabilities, etc.

I am aware of the cultural factors that impact how we move and navigate through the world, which is why I humbly seek to provide culturally competent services.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my goal is to help individuals improve their relationships with loved ones, uncover their strengths, and acquire positive coping skills to lead a healthy life. During my 18 years as a Therapist, I have worked with families, couples, and individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems. I also helped many people who have experienced trauma such as sexual, physical, and emotional abuse. In addition, I had the opportunity to work with Adult Children of parents with personality disorders, particularly Borderline and Narcissistic.

My name is Dr. Shushan V. Kalantaryan (I am more commonly known as Dr. K). I am a licensed clinical therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology from American Psychological Association accredited University and a Doctors in Marriage and Family Therapy from California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University in Los Angeles. I have a wide range of experiences working in private practices, nonprofit organizations, and psychiatric settings as well as having served as an adjunct professor at California Professional School of Psychology.

Have your sexual behaviors led to destructive consequences for yourself or your loved ones? Or has a discovery of your partner's secret sexual behaviors left you confused and devastated? There IS a way out. We specialize in providing a safe, non-shaming space where we can work through issues related to sexual addiction / compulsivity and betrayal trauma. We're here to help.

I have specialized in working with teens and young adults with newly emerging mental health issues for the past decade. While issues of quarter life, specifically young professionals with anxiety, are very much a passion of mine, as my experience in life and work expands so do my specialties and interests. I also now specialize in marital issues, adjustment to pregnancy, new mommyhood, infant care, parenting and the diagnosis of postpartum anxiety and depression.

Do you find yourself struggling with episodes of sadness? Do you feel anxious or have difficulty managing your emotions? Have you lost interest in activities you once enjoyed? Have you gone through a traumatic experience and continue to have flashbacks? If so, I can help you make sense of your past experiences so that you can live a life full of joy. You have the ability to live the life you so desire, and today you are one step closer to fulfilling that dream.

As a Marriage & Family Therapist, I have a passion for providing guidance to those facing the stress and struggles of their everyday lives. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the key to creating healthier coping for past conflict and trauma, current stressors, and questions about how to move forward. I am open and sensitive to the lifestyle and cultural background of my clients, and speak Armenian fluently. I strive to encourage growth and positive change in a safe and non-judgmental environment.

My work focuses on relieving the pain of psychological trauma, finding and strengthening one's sense of self and enhancing personal relationships. I apply interventions that will maximize the quality of your life.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working to empower individuals and strengthen families. I provide adult, couples, child, adolescent and family psychotherapy. I provide treatment for individuals struggling with a mental health disorder that creates difficulties in attaining their life goals, couples in identifying solutions to their relationship issues, provide children/adolescents skills to cope with peer, family and other environmental pressures to aid in normal development and empower parents having difficulties with effective discipline.

I truly admire those willing to embark on the courageous journey towards transformation, and I am honored to stand beside them in their quest for happier, more productive and successful lives. I understand individuals can experience pain associated with tremendous fear and shame that often prevents them from living healthy and authentic lives. I facilitate a nurturing environment for individuals, couples and adolescents seeking to explore and understand themselves more fully through reflection and attunement.

I am a Licensed Psychotherapist with over 38 years of experience - successful - caring - warm - grounded - private and confidential. I believe in full respect living, diversity, and decency. Trained in trauma resolution, narrative and attachment theory, inner child work, and full respect relationship styles. I can be your individual therapist-and reliable confidential safe sounding board, relationship counselor and coach, or workshop provider/presenter as I have presented for over 20 years for the Motion Picture/Television Industry.

The most fascinating and important part of my job as a therapist is how to have a really good conversation. It may sound too simple, but it cuts to the heart of what to expect from therapy. Through good conversation, you experience connection and understanding. When we are understood, difficult feelings change with resulting freedoms to engage life. Trained both as a Marriage and Family therapist and a psychoanalyst, I work with complex relationship issues, divorce and blended families, depression, anxiety, addictions, men's issues, and sexual trauma recovery, and integration of psychology and faith/spirituality.

We are a multi-specialty group of mental health professionals in a private practice setting. We are comprised of highly skilled and highly educated therapists. Our professionals are distinguished by their exceptional level of compassion and care. We are here to help you free yourself from the situations you feel stuck in and find your path to greater happiness and fulfillment.

Creating a safe environment and atmosphere where you can feel comfortable and at ease is an important first step in our process. Deeply listening so that you feel seen, heard, understood, and respected is foundational in our time together, as well as working collaboratively to help you identify and overcome obstacles to inner calm, peace, and happiness. Finding meaning in our lives, healing, and becoming whole again, as well as thriving (not just surviving) in daily life are examples of potential goals for our time together. Within that framework, we will customize our work to meet and embrace your unique personality and needs.

Sometimes we experience things that get in the way of living our best life, and sometimes our choices, behaviors, and ideas are the things holding us back. Whether you're experiencing a life-changing event, struggling to set boundaries, or working to break those toxic generational patterns that you've been taught, therapy can be the tool that facilitates growth, self-reflection, and real self-awareness.

Are you having trouble with difficult people in your life? Do you want to rediscover yourself and your life's purpose? Are you looking for specific strategies to live a more balanced and fulfilling life? I can help. Together we'll explore your self-defeating behaviors, irrational thoughts and family dynamics. We will also concentrate on what makes you unique, resilient and hopeful. My approach to therapy is creative, lively and experiential. The awareness that will come with this journey of discovery, coupled with a genuine therapeutic relationship between us, will lead to long-term growth and healing.

Are you feeling depressed, alone, or anxious? Are you struggling with an addiction? Are you tired of fighting with your partner? Do you want to heal after a break-up or divorce? Do you want to stop attracting the same partners in your life and start dating consciously? If you answered YES to any of these questions, chances are you feel frustrated, confused, and alone. The good news is that solutions do exist for you. I have helped many individuals, couples and families reach higher ground with an action-oriented approach to healing.

Hello and Welcome! We specialize in providing affordable telehealth/online therapy. Whether you are struggling with an acute crisis, change, or loss in your life, or even if you are just feeling mildly, but persistently upset, it can take a toll on many aspects of life. Anyone can benefit from psychotherapy. No problem is too minor, common, severe, or unusual to be explored and healed.