Therapists in Murrieta, CA

Are you in CRISIS? Has SADNESS, ANXIETY, SHAME or ANGER robbed you of joy? Are you having trouble coping with either painful emotions or relationships? You do not have to face it alone! I offer compassionate, shame-free and practical therapy for ADULTS, COUPLES or TEENS who are wrestling with challenging individuals, situations, changes in emotions and desire change! As a former mental health therapist and active crisis counselor, I've had the privilege of counseling a wide spectrum of clientele for the past decade. My treatment preferences to counseling consist of CBT, strength based, interpersonal and solution-focused modalities.

Therapy can be a difficult decision to make and it can get worse before it gets better. It is hard to examine with someone you don’t really know, private, deep and personal things about you, your relationships; your marriage and your family. You may be dealing with trauma that was completely out of your control, or trying to manage a choice you made that inflicted so much pain onto others and yourself, or trying to wrap your mind on who you are now, but want to be better, however you don't know how to get there. Whatever struggles you are facing in your life, I hope that you seek therapy, no one can do this alone.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I welcome clients from all people groups and backgrounds. I specialize in psychotherapeutic support for individuals, couples, and families using CBT, Client-Centered, DBT, Solution Focused/Brief therapy, and Christian Counseling. I can treat clients dealing with depression, distress, life transition, conflict in marriage, premarital counseling, couple's counseling, Immigration Transition, Christian-based counseling, and Group counseling.

I'm Richard Posalski and I'm licensed in Clinical Social Work as well as Marriage and Family Therapy. I have the background and experience to help people develop skills in accessing their thoughts and emotions, expressing them out loud, and making choices that serve them best. I am a pragmatic, trauma-focused, client-centered therapist who utilizes pivotal questions and thoughtful observations to help people overcome obstacles to becoming happier, more successful individuals.

Concerned your marriage is failing? Have you been trying to fix some small nagging problems without success? Are you facing problems so big it seems your world is crashing down around you? Some relationships experience major difficulties, others just need a little extra help. Whatever your relationship situation, it is likely my professional perspective can help. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with vast experience. I have been working with individuals, couples, and families for over 25 years. Also I bring to my work the experience gained from 38 years of marriage with my wife Lisa, and our having raised 5 children together.

As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is true to who you really are. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions or unresolved emotional experiences that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. If you are teen, individual, couple, or family seeking support and guidance to overcome life's challenges or ready to take a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.

James "Jim" Grisham, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Nurse. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Narrative Therapy. Comfortable with seeing clients who have a Christian Faith Worldview. But, I am also willing to work with consumers who are not involved in a faith community. Adult consumers with depression, and anxiety issues. I have worked with Mature Adults who have late-life depression. I have worked with adults and older adults who have complicated grief and trauma experiences.

Jim Anderson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Private Practice in Old Town Temecula. He has 25 years of clinical experience working with children, teens and families in private practice. Jim's approach is solution oriented with an emphasis to decrease anger, anxiety, depression and increase insight, awareness, communication and problem solving capabilities. If requested by the client, Jim can incorporate Music Assisted Psychotherapy (MAP) with a variety of interventions designed to get results quickly. Going to a new therapist doesn't have to be difficult.

As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, as well as a Certified Psychodynamic and Prolonged Exposure Therapist, I am committed to aiding individuals, families, and couples in exploring diverse perspectives within their relationships.

I'm a client-centered therapist, who believes in meeting the patient where they are in their process and life's journey.

I have considerable experience and expertise working with parents, children, adolescents and families in crisis that may have specific issues related to separated/divorced parents, adoptive, foster and blended families. I especially enjoy collaborating with parents to bring out the best in their children and the parent-child relationship. In addition, I provide couples and individual counseling for those dealing with communication difficulties, anger management issues, loss, trauma, abuse, developmental issues and those with chronic psychiatric conditions.

My philosophy of therapy is holistic, meaning that I believe people are made up of many parts: body, soul (mind, emotions, will), and spirit. These parts must function in a balanced relationship in order for us to thrive. How we feel about ourselves and how we view the world affects the quality of our relationships. When we can balance a positive identity with our role in the world while also remaining connected to others, we feel whole. Brokenness can occur if any of these relationships are out of balance. In therapy, I help my clients assess the lack of balance so they can figure out how to get whole again.

I am still accepting new clients and am offering phone and video sessions via Simple Practice for clients who are distancing or quarantined. I have 23 years of experience treating children, teens and families with variety of mental health difficulties such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, bullying, anger difficulties, trauma such as domestic violence, and various other difficulties. I have also helped parents cultivate better relationships with their children and teens, as well as helped adults get "unstuck" in their lives. If you're motivated to transform your life, I would like to be part of your journey.

My ideal client is the one who is currently stuck and needs professional assistance in order to move forward. At times this can be experiencing emotional distress, depression, anxiety, trauma (PTSD), mood swings, grief & loss, or difficulties adjusting to a change of life. I can help you explore and discover a sense of peace and tranquillity by establishing coping skills, empowerment, and the development of treatment goals! You are just a few steps away towards your transformation and living out your best version of self!

Hello, I am a licensed therapist in California, with 21 years of clinical experience. I specialize in trauma related symptoms, anxiety, depression, and co-occurring disorders. I am a certified addiction specialist and served 24 years of military service and lots of experience with Veterans. I am sorry to hear you may be struggling with mental health problems and it takes a lot of courage to reach out and ask someone for help. You don't have to do this alone and I am here for you. Together we can find some inner peace and face and explore the fears, problems and challenges that prevent you from living life to the fullest potential.

I’ve been there! Reaching out when I didn’t have the answers myself. Worried I wouldn’t be understood and then finding out I could trust my voice with help. With the advancement of technology, it has become easier and easier to connect with others. By that same token, it has become increasingly more difficult to maintain and build meaningful relationships in our lives. We all thrive off of social relationships and I would love for us to collaborate to figure out how we can improve the relationships in your life: romantic, familial, and social, alike. Let's start developing strategies to nourish the relationships in your life today!

I am a former First Responder, who has experience in working through trauma and creating a stronger resiliency. Everyday we walk through life with all the aspirations and hope of what we want to achieve. We walk down this path, and are faced with many kinds of obstacles that make themselves known only after we least expect them. This can dim our internal light, and create waves of sadness, anger, fear/anxiety, trauma, and depression. Taking the first step by calling a therapist can be a hard step.

I understand the apprehension in seeking therapy and counseling. I also understand the importance of obtaining therapy in a safe and non-judgmental environment. There are times when we all face a need to seek counsel and professional therapy with someone who is able to relate to your struggles. My clients are provided a safe and understanding environment; an environment where we are able to focus on "solutions". My experience includes working with children, teens and adolescents in the schools environment and in my private practice; teaching them positive coping skills to address anger management issues.

I help couples to establish and restore stronger connections and emotional responsiveness in their relationship.