Psychological Testing and Evaluation Therapists in Tarzana, CA

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with specialties in anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions. Many of my client’s have struggled for years before seeking therapy, while others simply need continued support. I work closely with all clients to identify meaningful, values-based goals focused on improving one's sense of wellbeing and innate resilience, while addressing symptoms that interfere with your ability to live life at its fullest. I help clients develop mindfulness skills and cultivate acceptance of their thoughts and emotions, empowering them to detach from unhelpful patterns and embrace a values-based life.

I enjoy working with people who wish to explore life from different perspectives. Your issues may range from surface level concerns to deeper levels of experience and trauma. I provide emotional support, validation and new perspectives. My intention is to help you work towards goals that will enrich your life.

Asking for help can be difficult. Once a person or a family takes that step, I aim to provide a safe and collaborative space in which to explore their concerns and difficulties to find long-lasting relief. I appreciate how tough life can be. I help individuals of all ages who are experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty managing their anger, relationship concerns, ADHD, difficulty processing past trauma, as well as problems with sleep, body image, self-esteem, acculturation, and organizational difficulties. I am bilingual in Spanish and English.

In many situations, family members or individuals become concerned about a loved one's or their own development or mental health. My practice, Achieving Milestones & Progress (A.M.P.) Autism, helps families or individuals to understand and improve their loved one's or their own developmental or psychiatric needs through comprehensive evaluations and/or treatments. In doing so, it is hoped that individuals of all ages and functioning levels can reach their full potentials and continue to make progress and grow throughout the lifespan. Families will also be better equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to facilitate that process.

Do you suffer from symptoms of sadness, depression so feel you need help? Do you suffer from worry, nervousness, eating and sleep issues? Do you struggle with excessive worries and find you are nervous often? Did you go through a traumatic event in your life? I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy techniques to help clients going through Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Do you suffer from infertility issues and how that is impacting you emotionally and physically as a result? I provide support through the process and recovering from the impact of fertility issues and ways it impacts each person and their relationship.

The ideal client is 5 - 35 years old, experiencing academic, behavioral, psychological, functional, occupational or social problems, such as difficulty learning, regulating emotion, developing and maintaining friendships, problem-solving, acting in age-appropriate ways, thinking clearly, sustaining attention, or working. I offer strength-based assessment services to children, adolescents, and young adults including psychoeducational, psychological, and accommodations testing for the purpose of diagnosis, documentation, treatment, and intervention planning. This includes school placement, IEP goals, support services, accommodations, and referrals. I also work clinically with parents and siblings of special needs children, and children, adolescents and young adults with special needs.

I've maintained a private practice with the overarching objective of helping individuals, couples, and families enhance the quality of their relationships and connections, ultimately guiding them toward a more fulfilling and enjoyable life.

As we all continue to navigate life's transitions and changes, we eventually find ourselves needing guidance and support along the way. Whether you or someone you know is currently thriving or struggling in life, deciding to seek therapy can often be a helpful, rewarding, and life-changing experience. Finding and choosing a therapist, however, could be challenging and overwhelming. Not only must practical matters be considered, such as fees and scheduling, so must the therapist's style, approach, and qualifications. In other words, it has to be a "good fit" and it must "feel right."