Kathleen earned both her Bachelor of Arts and Masters Degree from Chapman University College in Orange, California. Her years of specialized training and experience have equipped her with skills in various therapeutic approaches including solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and EMDR. She has a background in treating co-occurring disorders (substance abuse treatment and mental health). She customizes her approach to meet the needs and presenting problems of her clients and directs their treatment to establish a therapeutic alliance in order to facilitate the bridge to health.

I work well with children, adolescents, and their families. My goal is to help individuals and families transform their lives into healthy productive individuals so that they can fulfill the plan meant for their lives, and to fulfill their destiny despite set backs or challenges that may get them off track.

Premier Family Counseling Group offers in person sessions and telehealth. Free consultations. Bilingual English/Spanish. Accepting New Clients. Accept most PPO insurance. Leslie X. Mendez, AMFT, serving as an Associate Marriage Family and Child Therapist. I believe that every walk of life carries all levels of turbulence causing pain, confusion, fear, guilt anxiety and negative distortions. Practicing eclectic evidence-based approaches has provided effectiveness in addressing life’s problematic issues.

Chaos happens--accidents, divorces, traumas, as well as setbacks in life, transitions, everyday interruptions, and unexpected events--even falling in love. Chaos untethers us; it changes everything. Our work is to find a new normal--to develop ways to weather the chaos, ultimately leaving us stronger and more resilient.

You don't have to continue repeating these old self-destructive patterns. Reaching out for help can feel scary, but it can also be the first step toward overcoming the obstacles and challenges that are keeping you from the fulfilling and meaningful life that you deserve. If old coping strategies are no longer serving you, or worse, are becoming self destructive, it may be time to reach out and accept help. I deeply empathize with the feeling of fear and isolation one feels when suffering in silence, as well as the tremendous courage it takes to reach out for support.

The ability to be reflective and resilient is a cornerstone of mental fitness and a predictor of life long mental health. For the last 25 years, I have worked with adults, adolescents and children to help them cultivate a greater understanding of their experiences, feelings and thoughts. In collaborative partnership, I work with clients to develop greater responsiveness to the complexity of emotional life, relationships, developmental transitions, conflicts and trauma. To this end, I bring psychological knowledge, astute observational skills and a deep capacity for empathy to help individuals, couples and families grow and thrive.

"The world breaks everyone… but afterward many are strong in the broken places." E. Hemingway.

Do you live in constant fear? Are you overwhelmed by grief? Do you find yourself feeling sad, withdrawn, irritable, and lonely? Are you struggling to communicate with your teen? Do you often wonder why they behave in certain ways? If so, I would like to help. We all would like to think we are strong enough to overcome these issues on our own, but there comes a time when we need to reach out for additional help. I specialize in treating trauma (specifically sexually abuse), mood disorders, and grief. I also have worked extensively with teens and their families, so I know the problems that are unique to teens.

*CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS- IEHP and KAISER* We are warm, kind hearted therapists treating individuals and families. Life isn't always easy, and sometimes we need that nonjudgmental listener to help us get through the tough times. Let us help you work through those tough situations and improve your quality of life and relationships with others. Don't continue to struggle with depression, anxiety, behavioral outbursts, SI thoughts, or reoccurring traumatic experiences on your own. There is hope for a brighter tomorrow, the choice is yours! Hope to hear from you soon to help increase joy and happiness in your life!

I'm a clinical psychologist practicing with those who suffer from depression, anxiety, obsessions, anger, aloofness, issues of identity and intimacy, difficult life circumstances and many other problems. While I value knowledge about psychopathology, I find a purely diagnosis-based approach to be insufficient. Instead, we can be curious together about those factors which underlie and perpetuate your particular suffering. This process of exploration and discovery can only happen in a safe and confidential relationship. It is always a great privilege when someone chooses to reveal themselves to me on deeply personal levels.

Thanks for considering me in your quest for self-improvement! I treat individuals, couples and families from adolescence through geriatric, offering a variety of approaches to meet your particular needs. While compassionate and empathetic, I also provide an interactive, straightforward approach to help you meet your goals quickly and learn to THRIVE. I've authored 4 published books and have appeared on numerous national radio and TV shows (e.g. Tyra Banks). I co-hosted a weekly, psychology-related, radio show. For more information on services and products, and a view of my blogs, please visit me at www.drdebraonline.com!

Personal suffering is often a call to look deeper into ourselves so that we can bring to light who we truly are. Diving into the depths of your pain takes courage, but it is there where your most authentic self can be discovered. The world we live in is very difficult for humans. I have a non-judgmental compassionate approach to all the different ways that life can be challenging. I am a Licensed Psychologist with 15 years of experience assisting individuals, couples, and families.

I specialize in helping individuals and families heal from traumatic and stressful experiences, including family conflicts, narcissistic abuse, hoarding disorder, parental alienation, and challenging adult children. You may not know what to expect from therapy, but you know you need to make some changes in your life so you can move forward. Stress, anxiety, and depression are highly prevalent in our lives, and sometimes people need help and support in dealing with difficult/stressful situations. I am a trauma therapist specializing in somatic psychology that has found success in using a mind/body approach to psychotherapy.

Have you ever felt overwhelmed and just don't know what else to do? In therapy, I provide an environment in which you can feel safe and encouraged when working through relationship issues or to make changes when life has become too stressful. I will work with you to help bring back hope, peace, and balance into your life. Change may not be easy but it is possible. I speak Spanish fluently and have worked with individuals, couples and families for years honoring their journey, culture, and uniqueness.

Move toward an authentic, more rewarding, life. Whether you're struggling with the same problems over and over, or just can't shake the feeling that something is missing from your life, my unique blend of supportive and exploratory psychotherapy can help. Uncover and change unconscious patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating that may have served you at one time in your life, but now block you from living with spontaneity, creativity, and zest.

I approach each client as a unique individual. Diagnoses suggest empirically validated treatments, but each individual is unique. There is always room for personal growth and creating balance in our lives. I am kind, gentle and honest. I have been practicing in Thousand Oaks, CA for over 15 years. I run a free weekly support group for pregnancy and infant loss sponsored by Hospice of the Conejo. Other support groups I have run are Bereavement Groups for Children and the support group for those who lost their loved ones on the Metrolink train crash.

I believe therapy can provide a safe space for creating a more fulfilled life. There are times where we may experience traumas, feel stuck and emotionally disconnected, and have difficulty coping. My approach to therapy includes a humanistic centered style, where we establish a collaborative and trusting relationship to allow for vulnerability and personal growth to occur. I am committed to providing compassionate and empathetic care to support you in your journey towards self-discovery, where we can explore and identify your strengths, build confidence, and self- esteem.

Are you struggling with your relationships? Are anxiety, depression, or mood swings getting in the way of living life? My name is Mona Dow and I am a licensed psychotherapist in Orange County. I work collaboratively with my clients to identify solutions and enhance understanding of the self, as I believe that people can and do make important and positive changes based on this insight.

Sometimes life can be hard! Even really hard! The Central Valley Center for Psychological Assessment and Counseling is here for you! It takes great courage to care for yourself, though I believe it is possible. I have nearly 20 years of experience working with clients just like you.

I work with many young professionals who are unsatisfied or struggling in important areas of their lives. Many of them are challenged by unfulfilling relationships with co-workers, romantic partners, dating, friends, or family members. Some struggle with their career and creative pursuits, or with their identity or major life decisions. They often recognize that the difficulties they face tend to feel familiar, like patterns they have not been able to fully understand or find their way out of. Perhaps you can relate.