My specialty is working with adolescents to adults. In my practice I integrate several therapeutic methods to achieve your goals... I am also a certified EMDR Therapist. EMDR is a highly effective treatment for people that need deep change, yet do not want to stay stuck with experiencing intense feelings of pain and shame. My client's have found that EMDR has also been a powerful aid in helping them breakthrough addictive feelings/behaviors ( depression, anxiety and behavioral addictions) that keep them in a negative and frustrated mental loop. We end the session with positive protocols that strengthen your objectives.

In the current complicated & uncertain climate and COVID, many of us are experiencing increased anxiety & other concerns. I believe that all human beings have innate unique strengths & my work focuses on exploring from a holistic, integrative, & collaborative perspective what concerns my clients may be experiencing. I have found that within a safe & nurturing environment, growth can occur in an organic profound way. I work with anxiety/depression, complex trauma, life transitions, grief, & relational issues etc. My approach is joining the client on their journey in helping clients achieve their goals while enriching their lives.

Do you need a little more support and structure in your life? I run a variety of high energy groups to help keep you on track, including "I Hate Weekends" (a Sunday support group for people who tend to isolate on the weekends), "You Can't Stop The Waves, But You Can Learn To Surf" (a cognitive therapy group for depression and anxiety), and "Back to Life, Back to Reality" (a life transition group). It's amazing what can happen when people stop being polite and start getting real...

I am a skilled, empathetic, therapist who is committed to providing you with support, insight, and practical tools.You have more strengths and fewer weaknesses than you realize.Working together, we explore you, letting you see yourself as you really are and always have been - worthwhile and loveable. You can learn and move forward. Seeing a licensed therapist often provides new ways to work through the issues and fears holding you back. No matter what the obstacles, we will find solutions together.

I have worked in the mental health field since 2012, and have always had a curiosity for human development and how our experiences shape us into who we are today. I received my Master's in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy From Pepperdine Graduate School of Education and Psychology. I currently work predominantly with families, teens and children wanting to figure out why they feel "stuck” or how to help themselves overcome their anxiety, depression, familial issues, and other interpersonal challenges.

Does the distance between you feel unbearable at times? Perhaps you can't find the will or the courage to draw near your partner. Resentment and distrust may have widened the gap. Though reactive fights stand in the way of the tenderness you need, your heartfelt friendship could be just below the surface. Hoping it will get better, we wait to get help, while patterns reinforce distance and a negative view of each other. We become less willing to reveal ourselves or seek comfort and friendship from our most important person. You both really deserve your measure of happiness.

I am honored to have my clients invite me to join them in a deep and caring search into their lives, personalities,challenges and dilemnas they face.Our focus is to work together in a respectful, open approach to provide help, relief, understanding and change toward goals of greater health, internal peace, satisfaction and connectedness.Psychotherapy was developed so that we wouldn't have to face our fears alone, without knowledge and the opportunity to learn emotionally and to improve our capabilty to deal with ourselves, the world and the people in our lives.Let me join you.

My goal is to meet the needs of the client by offering Traditional Talk Therapies, Body-Mind/Somatic and IBP Therapy and Biofeedback for stress reduction and pain management.

How healthy and joyful are your relationship and/or your sex life? Do you know what you like and what you don't like in your sexual relationship? Do you and your partner communicate in an open manner about most things that matter to you, such as likes and dislikes about sex, or, do you expect him/her to "just know" how to please you? Without Judgment or embarrassment, do you talk openly and fearlessly with your partner about your thoughts and feelings about sex? Culture impacts sexual relationships! Please click on the link below to read my related published articles: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Mitra_Rashidian

As a clinical social worker, my approach is rooted in understanding my clients in the framework of their environment. This holistic view encompasses family, social, economic, physical, cultural and spiritual experiences. I strive to build an authentic connection with each of my clients and utilize a "strength-based approach" as a means to see opportunities and solutions rather than problems and emotional discomfort.My aim is to engage with my clients in a collaborative effort to find sustainable change through growth and learning experiences. My primary areas of clinical focus are trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, family issues, parenting and child development.

I have over 22 years experience as a licensed psychotherapist. I conduct both long-term and short-term therapy. I help individuals and families learn about and develop hidden strengths and resources, which aids them in resolving problems. For instance, I have helped individuals (both children and adults) to become more assertive, deal effectively with issues of anger and manage stressful situations and conflictual relationships. I use a variety of methods including psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, anger management techniques, assertion training, role-playing, sandtray therapy, family therapy (in working with children and adolescents) and interactive guided imagery.

Would you like to experience a change in your life and in your relationships? You may be experiencing increased levels of anxiety, fear, depression, overwhelm and isolation- living with unresolved trauma. I am committed to helping you find a greater sense of well-being and relief, and to gently help you reconnect to your heart. My approach to psychotherapy is based in depth psychology, and I offer creative and mindfulness-based strategies combined with trauma-informed tools integrating my work in Jungian and spiritual psychology with neuroscience.

I AM STILL ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS DURING THE COVID-19 CRISIS VIA VIDEO. I BELIEVE THAT NOW, MORE THAN EVER, WE ALL NEED SUPPORT. I take a holistic, outside-the-box approach to psychotherapy. I seek to illuminate your internal world, while helping you connect to yourself, others and the world in a meaningful way. I work to build an authentic, trusting relationship with you, and aim to embody warmth, optimism, curiosity and empathy.

I strive to help my clients make desired changes in their lives. I specialize in working with recovery from substance and process addictions, managing stress, anxiety, depression, and blocks to productivity. I incorporate art therapy for both creatively-inclined and artistically-inexperienced individuals in addition to mindfulness-based practices, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic approaches to help clients rediscover their potential, increase insight into problematic patterns, gain access to supportive resources, and establish long-lasting habits that promote self awareness and growth.

**Not accepting new clients at this time.** We all have experienced times of overwhelm, sadness, and worry, or simply just finding ourselves at a crossroad. These situations can leave us feeling uncertain about how to move forward successfully in our lives. Psychotherapy can help you discover your innate strengths and resources to cope with while also facilitating the process of growth.

An act of transformation begins with the acknowledgement that you have begun to "outgrow" your current self and present circumstances. Change and transition can be daunting. But the transformation to your best self is profound, and typically life altering. Whether the transition you are facing is a shift in relationship (divorce, loss of a friend/family member, new parenting, or "empty nest" parenting), a job/career change, college entry, or simply growing up from an adolescent to an adult, I am here to encourage and support, as you navigate your challenges.

Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or stressed out? Have you made attempts to change your situation and are not having much success? My practice is devoted to helping you heal, gain personal insight, and find satisfaction in your life. I provide an empathic, stimulating, and collaborative approach to help you live a more fulfilling life that feels rich and rewarding. With understanding and compassion, you are encouraged and empowered to explore your unique personal circumstances which will help you to finally turn those once felt obstacles into opportunities!

People tend to seek help when their lives feel out of balance. Sometimes this can be caused by a new or difficult situation, such as a shift in career plans, family life, or an intimate relationship that leads one to experience feelings of confusion and sadness. Other times we may not be sure where our depression or anxiety stem from at all. As humans, we possess a strong capacity for resilience and self-care, but it is when our regular coping strategies no longer work that we may turn to therapy for new perspectives and outcomes.

Did you know that there are normal and predictable developmental milestones for all adoptees, birth parents and adoptive parents? Knowing and understanding these can help you navigate life in a more empowered manner. As a member of the adoption constellation, I know from the inside out, the issues facing this population. I have dedicated my life and work as a psychologist, to help educate and heal the lives of all who are affected. While it is sometimes difficult to experience the loss and grief that is inherent in adoption. once It is embraced and validated, this difficult concept becomes manageable and life can be lived more fully

Dr. Kanaventi is passionate about helping families and individuals develop effective strategies to improve connection and increase resilience. She uses a creative, compassionate, curious, and collaborative approach to helping families and individuals. She demonstrates high ethical standards and a commitment to helping families and all individuals struggling. Dr. Kanaventi is unique in her approach to therapy in that her primary focus is on the current state of the family system or the individual and develop a positive connection and relationship with the person.