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T Joshua Tan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
As a multilingual therapist who experienced and lived in various parts of the world, I have the expertise in navigating multicultural issues.
Is anxiety, depression, or trauma holding you back from being your true self? Do you feel stuck in managing difficult life transitions? Now, every little thing becomes super overwhelming. Those negative experiences reopen old wounds and cause new ones. You tried burying your pain hoping it would go away. You feel lonely and tormented. You feel exhausted, stressed, and angry all the time. You wonder how much more you can take. You are unsure of who or where to turn for help. In the midst of this painful journey, you do not have to go through it alone.
As a multilingual therapist who experienced and lived in various parts of the world, I have the expertise in navigating multicultural issues.
Is anxiety, depression, or trauma holding you back from being your true self? Do you feel stuck in managing difficult life transitions? Now, every little thing becomes super overwhelming. Those negative experiences reopen old wounds and cause new ones. You tried burying your pain hoping it would go away. You feel lonely and tormented. You feel exhausted, stressed, and angry all the time. You wonder how much more you can take. You are unsure of who or where to turn for help. In the midst of this painful journey, you do not have to go through it alone.
(805) 243-1260 View (805) 243-1260
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Erica Mesa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360  (Online Only)
I mostly work with BIPOC individuals with a range of issues from multicultural, trauma, identity, motherhood, immigration to relationship/family issues.
Asking someone for help takes a lot of courage. It is incredibly difficult when you are feeling sad, stressed, overwhelmed and nervous. You may be experiencing many sleepless nights, restlessness, or past trauma come up. I assure you that you are not alone in feeling this way and I am here to support you. In my healing sessions, I bring a strength-based and humanistic approach to help you feel confident about yourself. My goal is to not only help you heal and move forward by being compassionate and gentle to yourself, but also to help you learn lifelong skills that you can use.
I mostly work with BIPOC individuals with a range of issues from multicultural, trauma, identity, motherhood, immigration to relationship/family issues.
Asking someone for help takes a lot of courage. It is incredibly difficult when you are feeling sad, stressed, overwhelmed and nervous. You may be experiencing many sleepless nights, restlessness, or past trauma come up. I assure you that you are not alone in feeling this way and I am here to support you. In my healing sessions, I bring a strength-based and humanistic approach to help you feel confident about yourself. My goal is to not only help you heal and move forward by being compassionate and gentle to yourself, but also to help you learn lifelong skills that you can use.
(805) 303-8344 View (805) 303-8344
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Hong Jeong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
I also specialized in treating anxiety due to multicultural issues (loss of identity, career issues, & dysfunctional family dynamics).
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
I also specialized in treating anxiety due to multicultural issues (loss of identity, career issues, & dysfunctional family dynamics).
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
(213) 769-8307 View (213) 769-8307
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Ran Ren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
My name is Rena, a licensed clinical therapist. I am a multicultural client-centered therapist fluent in English and Mandarin who has worked in the mental health field for 7 years. I have worked with adults, seniors, children, families, and veterans, and have helped people with depression, anxiety, life coaching, behavioral issues, coping skills, divorce, relationship issues, trauma, PTSD, women's issues, and more. I tailor my approach based on individual needs. My goal is to equip you with a set of tools to increase self-awareness, face difficult emotions, develop healthy relationships and make more mindful choices.
My name is Rena, a licensed clinical therapist. I am a multicultural client-centered therapist fluent in English and Mandarin who has worked in the mental health field for 7 years. I have worked with adults, seniors, children, families, and veterans, and have helped people with depression, anxiety, life coaching, behavioral issues, coping skills, divorce, relationship issues, trauma, PTSD, women's issues, and more. I tailor my approach based on individual needs. My goal is to equip you with a set of tools to increase self-awareness, face difficult emotions, develop healthy relationships and make more mindful choices.
(619) 489-6265 View (619) 489-6265
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Hong Jeong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
I also specialized in treating anxiety due to multicultural issues (loss of identity, career issues, & dysfunctional family dynamics).
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
I also specialized in treating anxiety due to multicultural issues (loss of identity, career issues, & dysfunctional family dynamics).
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
(949) 989-4961 View (949) 989-4961
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T Joshua Tan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
As a multilingual therapist who experienced and lived in various parts of the world, I have the expertise in navigating multicultural issues.
Is anxiety, depression, or trauma holding you back from being your true self? Do you feel stuck in managing difficult life transitions? Now, every little thing becomes super overwhelming. Those negative experiences reopen old wounds and cause new ones. You tried burying your pain hoping it would go away. You feel lonely and tormented. You feel exhausted, stressed, and angry all the time. You wonder how much more you can take. You are unsure of who or where to turn for help. In the midst of this painful journey, you do not have to go through it alone.
As a multilingual therapist who experienced and lived in various parts of the world, I have the expertise in navigating multicultural issues.
Is anxiety, depression, or trauma holding you back from being your true self? Do you feel stuck in managing difficult life transitions? Now, every little thing becomes super overwhelming. Those negative experiences reopen old wounds and cause new ones. You tried burying your pain hoping it would go away. You feel lonely and tormented. You feel exhausted, stressed, and angry all the time. You wonder how much more you can take. You are unsure of who or where to turn for help. In the midst of this painful journey, you do not have to go through it alone.
(949) 229-4798 View (949) 229-4798
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Aileen Nealie
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, DCEP
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Helping others achieve long lasting emotional stability is my main goal as a therapist. If your past experiences in psychotherapy have primarily been handled with just compassionate listening and support, you will most likely experience a re-occurring event that will have you forever returning to counseling. Weather your issues are related to life transitions, life stressors or emotional distress, I am ready to gift you with tools you can carry and practice for life, so that you may feel empowered to know how to help yourself throughout life's challenges.
Helping others achieve long lasting emotional stability is my main goal as a therapist. If your past experiences in psychotherapy have primarily been handled with just compassionate listening and support, you will most likely experience a re-occurring event that will have you forever returning to counseling. Weather your issues are related to life transitions, life stressors or emotional distress, I am ready to gift you with tools you can carry and practice for life, so that you may feel empowered to know how to help yourself throughout life's challenges.
(661) 641-4912 View (661) 641-4912
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Daishea Poole
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
(805) 219-7292 View (805) 219-7292
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Audrey Hu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ASW
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
We all feel lost from time to time, but there’s always light at the end of the tunnel. I’ve been through my own therapy as a young adult when I was stuck in a bout of anxiety and panic attacks due to childhood trauma. Throughout my years of working with traumatized individuals, I learned first-hand about how childhood trauma can have a strong impact on adulthood. I can help you address unresolved trauma, in order for you to find passion, connection, and purpose in your life.
We all feel lost from time to time, but there’s always light at the end of the tunnel. I’ve been through my own therapy as a young adult when I was stuck in a bout of anxiety and panic attacks due to childhood trauma. Throughout my years of working with traumatized individuals, I learned first-hand about how childhood trauma can have a strong impact on adulthood. I can help you address unresolved trauma, in order for you to find passion, connection, and purpose in your life.
(805) 254-7520 View (805) 254-7520
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Hazzel Angulo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.
Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.
(805) 491-6455 View (805) 491-6455
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Jamie Stern
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.
Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.
(805) 243-0817 View (805) 243-0817
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Alex Tipton
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
I work with adults and teenagers who are looking to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and Trauma. I will be with you on the journey of healing to discovery, recovery, and connection to your true self. I also specialize in working with individuals experiencing life transition issues such as career/academic concerns and relationship stress. I approach therapy with a person-centered mindset to create as comfortable and welcoming an environment as I can. I believe the trust built between you and a therapist is one of the more powerful tools we as clinicians can offer, and I hope to garner that trust in my own practice.
I work with adults and teenagers who are looking to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and Trauma. I will be with you on the journey of healing to discovery, recovery, and connection to your true self. I also specialize in working with individuals experiencing life transition issues such as career/academic concerns and relationship stress. I approach therapy with a person-centered mindset to create as comfortable and welcoming an environment as I can. I believe the trust built between you and a therapist is one of the more powerful tools we as clinicians can offer, and I hope to garner that trust in my own practice.
(805) 219-7107 View (805) 219-7107
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Anita Gutierrez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
Anita V. Gutierrez, LCSW I strongly believe that's it's an honor to help others find their path to their best life ever. I enjoy working with adults and being present in their recovery. I have experience in working with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety and trauma. I have trained in different modalities but enjoy using solution focused, CBT and trauma informed care in my approach to helping others. I strive to be accepting and mindful of what my clients are going through and offer emotional support by going at their pace.
Anita V. Gutierrez, LCSW I strongly believe that's it's an honor to help others find their path to their best life ever. I enjoy working with adults and being present in their recovery. I have experience in working with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety and trauma. I have trained in different modalities but enjoy using solution focused, CBT and trauma informed care in my approach to helping others. I strive to be accepting and mindful of what my clients are going through and offer emotional support by going at their pace.
(805) 303-5943 View (805) 303-5943
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Jennie Nystrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Do you feel depressed or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you develop an action plan for meaningful changes. My approach to therapy is relational and person-centered. I will work alongside you in a warm and understanding environment where you can explore your emotions and find better ways to deal with the stressors in your life.
Do you feel depressed or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you develop an action plan for meaningful changes. My approach to therapy is relational and person-centered. I will work alongside you in a warm and understanding environment where you can explore your emotions and find better ways to deal with the stressors in your life.
(805) 303-8894 View (805) 303-8894
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Jacquie Z. Randall
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
Hi, thanks for stopping by. My degree is Master of Science in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola College (University) in Baltimore, Md. I've been a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT) in private practice for 30 years. I'm also the mother of a young adult, and am married (42+years). My specialties are couples therapy and individual therapy for adults & single parents. I am a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist ('Couples' Dialogue'). I also specialize in reconciliation in relationships. Recovery issues, the grief cycle, vulnerability, and empathy are the primary focus in sessions -- including empathy for oneself.
Hi, thanks for stopping by. My degree is Master of Science in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola College (University) in Baltimore, Md. I've been a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT) in private practice for 30 years. I'm also the mother of a young adult, and am married (42+years). My specialties are couples therapy and individual therapy for adults & single parents. I am a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist ('Couples' Dialogue'). I also specialize in reconciliation in relationships. Recovery issues, the grief cycle, vulnerability, and empathy are the primary focus in sessions -- including empathy for oneself.
(805) 214-8467 View (805) 214-8467
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Hina Javaid-Camua
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361  (Online Only)
I'm glad you are here. Your story matters. It's unique and it deserves to be embraced. Therapy can be a place to heal from mental health issues but it's also where you can have meaningful life conversations to heal, grow, and understand how to care for you. Anxiety and depression are the most common mental health issues but I also focus on trauma, breakups/divorce, lack of motivation, and setting boundaries in essential life relationships. With a deep focus on empowering individuals from all cultures, I am committed to giving you solace while providing a safe space for you to share your experiences and be heard without judgment.
I'm glad you are here. Your story matters. It's unique and it deserves to be embraced. Therapy can be a place to heal from mental health issues but it's also where you can have meaningful life conversations to heal, grow, and understand how to care for you. Anxiety and depression are the most common mental health issues but I also focus on trauma, breakups/divorce, lack of motivation, and setting boundaries in essential life relationships. With a deep focus on empowering individuals from all cultures, I am committed to giving you solace while providing a safe space for you to share your experiences and be heard without judgment.
(310) 907-7747 View (310) 907-7747
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Cesar Mardones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
I believe in an approach that people are the experts in their own lives, and I am here to help guide them from a professional standpoint.
I believe in an approach that people are the experts in their own lives, and I am here to help guide them from a professional standpoint.
(805) 666-1034 View (805) 666-1034
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Monte Coleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
Medicare Eligible I received my MSW degree June 2011, from UCLA. I first became licensed as a clinical social worker in California on August 15, 2017. I have experience as a mental health therapist working with a variety of presentations and populations, with specialized training with the LGBTQI population. I use evidence-based interventions including CBT, DBT, Seeking Safety, and Mindfulness. I take a patient/client centered approach using Trauma Informed Care.
Medicare Eligible I received my MSW degree June 2011, from UCLA. I first became licensed as a clinical social worker in California on August 15, 2017. I have experience as a mental health therapist working with a variety of presentations and populations, with specialized training with the LGBTQI population. I use evidence-based interventions including CBT, DBT, Seeking Safety, and Mindfulness. I take a patient/client centered approach using Trauma Informed Care.
(805) 429-4109 View (805) 429-4109
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Ashley Zapata
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
My name is Ashley Zapata, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I utilize an eclectic style of therapy, including various modalities of CBT, Solution Focused and Person Centered. My focus areas are young adults, life transitions, brief/solution focused, general anxiety and depression. The clients I typically work with are adults and those going through life transitions such as job changes, relationships changes, etc. I also work with clients that are looking for assistance in managing general anxiety and depressive symptoms.
My name is Ashley Zapata, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I utilize an eclectic style of therapy, including various modalities of CBT, Solution Focused and Person Centered. My focus areas are young adults, life transitions, brief/solution focused, general anxiety and depression. The clients I typically work with are adults and those going through life transitions such as job changes, relationships changes, etc. I also work with clients that are looking for assistance in managing general anxiety and depressive symptoms.
(805) 301-5314 View (805) 301-5314
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Creative Family Therapy, Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Release anxiety, depression, stress, and traumas through Neurologically based healing techniques, that quickly restore you to explore your potential. I am a certified Brainspotting and Mindfulness expert who will help you set goals based on your personality type to release trauma integrating Art, Guided Imagery, Somatic, Mindfulness, SandTray, Psychodynamic, and Cognitive Behavioral techniques. Together we will choose from a combination of techniques that will release negative experiences and help you rebuild positive goals for your future! Experience true joy and love aligning your mind, body, spirit, and soul for purpose.
Release anxiety, depression, stress, and traumas through Neurologically based healing techniques, that quickly restore you to explore your potential. I am a certified Brainspotting and Mindfulness expert who will help you set goals based on your personality type to release trauma integrating Art, Guided Imagery, Somatic, Mindfulness, SandTray, Psychodynamic, and Cognitive Behavioral techniques. Together we will choose from a combination of techniques that will release negative experiences and help you rebuild positive goals for your future! Experience true joy and love aligning your mind, body, spirit, and soul for purpose.
(805) 301-5227 View (805) 301-5227

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Multicultural Therapists

What type of therapy is multicultural therapy?

Multicultural therapy is not tied to any specific therapy; rather, it is an overarching approach to therapy that aims to acknowledge and address the influence that factors like race, gender identity, and cultural background can have on someone’s life. Multicultural approaches can be applied to CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and others, and can be practiced with individuals, couples, families, or groups.

What can I expect from multicultural therapy?

Multicultural counseling should be tailored to the client’s unique identity and cultural needs. Such approaches often prioritize the building of trust so that the client feels comfortable exploring various aspects of their identity and any challenges caused by mismatches between their identity and the dominant culture. Beyond that, the format and timeline of therapy will be heavily influenced by the therapist’s preferred therapy approach and the specific problems for which the client sought therapy.

Can multicultural therapy help treat trauma?

Yes. Cultural factors such as racial background, gender identity and or sexuality, and immigration or refugee status can influence both whether someone experiences trauma and how they cope afterward. Multicultural approaches to trauma-informed care will be aware of these influences, helping the client recognize how their response to trauma may be shaped by their cultural background and identify coping mechanisms that take their identity into account.

What are the benefits of seeing a multicultural therapist?

Members of minority groups who seek therapy are sometimes frustrated by providers who don’t understand their cultural background or dismiss the ways in which race, gender, or other facets of their identity influence their lived experience. Seeing a multicultural therapist can help these clients feel seen, understood, and able to develop solutions to life challenges that take their upbringing, beliefs, and past experiences into account.