Therapists in Torrance, CA

I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families of diverse backgrounds to successfully overcome a variety of problems, including depressive, anxiety, trauma- and stressor-related, eating, obsessive-compulsive, substance use and addictive disorders; difficulties with interpersonal relationships or life transitions; and challenges related to education or employment. However, there is no prerequisite for engaging in therapy, which can be a preemptive measure to care for and strengthen psychological and emotional well-being, a catalyst for personal development and self-actualization, and mechanism to enhance quality of life.

Live your best life because you only get one! Constantly worrying about everything, always asking yourself "what if," unsure about decisions you've already made/will make... let's get rid of this anxiety! If anxiety, self-worth, and/or unresolved issues get in the way of you living a happy, meaningful life, reach out to me today to take back control. I provide a collaborative approach in therapy, giving "homework" to all of my clients, working to get them out of therapy, not keep them in it! I'm so proud & so grateful to be both the most reviewed AND best ranked therapist of Long Beach 3 years in a row!

Everyone in their journey to become whole will get stuck sometimes. By providing a caring, empathic, and person-centered approach, I will help you build skills and strategies to enhance the quality of your life and deepen its meaning. I incorporate a strength-based and solution focused approach which has proven to be effective in helping individuals gain insight into their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I will teach you self-love and acceptance instead of being harsh on yourself when you experience great pain. You will learn stress management techniques such as mindfulness and cognitive restructuring to reduce your symptoms.

FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". We're here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. Our goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, and be confident in the resilient person you are.

If you're struggling with marital/relationship problems, addiction issues, anxiety, depression, PTSD, or a traumatic experience(s), I'm here to help. I also provide therapy for those having difficulty coping with a crisis, a stressful life transition, or a painful loss due to a break-up, divorce, or death. As a psychologist, I embrace the traditional values of developing a comfortable and trusting relationship with clients. The relationship I build is my priority and the primary means to help you feel better. Together, we'll help you develop greater self-awareness and a healthier relationship with yourself and others.

My approach is client-centered. I help clients who suffer from depression, anxiety and other issues. I have specialty training and numerous certificates in various modalities. I believe people who suffer from depression are dealing with grief and focus treatment accordingly.

The mind is like an iceberg. It floats with one seventh of its bulk above water - Sigmund Freud

My practice is dedicated to those who are looking for a warm, accepting, and honest environment to improve their quality of life and make positive changes. The foundation of my work is rooted in our therapeutic relationship built through unconditional honesty, understanding, respect, and acceptance. This will give you the opportunity to understand yourself in different ways while developing skills to create lasting change and purpose. I am passionate about working with my clients to find balance in their lives, thrive in their day to day, work on behavior change, build healthier relationships, and identify overall meaning.

It can be overwhelming to deal with the difficulties in daily life especially when we often discount some of our own struggles. My clients experience many of the same issues you feel: anxiety, depression, breakups, divorce, parenting, lack of motivation, and setting boundaries in important life relationships. Whether this is your first time in therapy or not, you deserve a therapist who is going to validate your feelings but also offer you solutions. I have over a decade of experience as a therapist and yet I still treat every client as a unique individual who deserves a unique approach.

Welcome to Alo·ha Psychological Associates, Inc., a diverse group of psychologists, psychiatrists, and therapists providing behavioral health services in San Diego and throughout California and Hawaii. Through a seamless approach, we provide continuous care with in-person visits and virtual consultations to meet client needs. Experience the compassionate care of Alo·ha Psychological Associates as we positively impact mental health in San Diego, Hawaii, and beyond.

At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges or simply seeking personal growth, our dedicated team of over 50 experienced and compassionate mental health professionals is here to guide and support you on your path toward healing and happiness. Our practice uses a fully virtual model to offer affordable, accessible and effective mental health care for individuals across the state of California.

Are you happy? You certainly deserve to be. If your past and/or current life events prevent you from living the life you want, reach out to us today and let's see if we can help. We are a group practice comprised of both licensed clinicians and associates with eclectic backgrounds. We're dedicated to helping the lives of those in our community. We work with adolescents (12+), adults, and those in the LGBT community too, and we work with many different mental health issues. Our style is warm, inviting, collaborative, and judgement free. 100% virtual. We accept medi-cal that's managed by MHN/Healthnet but no other medi-cal plan.

There are changes in a one’s life that can be overwhelming or difficult to manage. Some life transitions for teens and adults may be so overpowering that it can lead to increased stress, depression, anxiety, feelings of guilt, irritability/anger, grief, and loneliness/isolation. These emotions also come into play on the path to parenthood which is full of surprises. Pregnancy, infertility, loss and becoming a parent can be different than expected. It can bring up unexpected feelings like crying frequently, feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, feelings of guilt/blame, and difficulties with adjustment to pregnancy or postpartum period.

تراپی چیست و تراپیست چگونه می تواند به شما کمک کند؟ شايد خيلي از ما تصوري كه از جلسه تراپي داريم ، همراه بردن كوله باري از سؤالات و تصميمات معلقي است كه مدتهاست دنبال جواب آنها مي گرديم و با توجه به اينكه با داناترين ويا شايد مهربانترين دوستان و اقوام هم مشورت كرده ايم هنوز جواب قانع كننده يا مورد نظر خود را پيدا نكرده ايم. بنابر اين تراپيست همان حلال مشكلات و يا پاسخگوي تمامي آن سؤالها خواهد بود. اما تراپي و آنچه در جلسات تراپي مي گذرد وراي سؤال هاي شما و جواب هاي مشاور است. جالب است كه بدانيد يك مشاور متخصص هرگز براي شما تصميمي نمي گيرد و شما را مجبور به تصميمي نمي كند.

Dr. Kiana Behnood is a clinical psychologist with years of experience specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Dr. Behnood earned her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University, San Diego where her dissertation research focused on bullying students with special needs. Dr. Behnood has worked in a diverse range of settings across San Diego, Orange, and Los Angeles County.

Don't run away from grief. Look for the remedy inside the pain because the rose came from the thorn. - Rumi. Hello, I'm Anahita, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. My professional journey has been profoundly influenced by my personal experiences, which have been marked by various challenges from childhood to adulthood. It took me several years to overcome my struggles, These experiences, including my own battles with mental health dilemmas coupled with my innate gifts of intuition, empathy, advocacy, and curiosity, has shaped me into a competent therapist ready to assist others on their path to healing.