Punjabi Therapists in Kern County, CA

I have worked for several years with difficulties clients encounter in their daily lives including: anxiety, relationship issues, racing thoughts, lack of motivation, sleep disruption, and setting boundaries in important life relationships. I work with you to identify patterns in your relationships that you would like to change. The goal is that with therapy, I can help you create and nourish relationships that meet your personal needs and cultivate a life and experiences that meet your expectations.

Dr. Mangat views therapy as a powerful tool to help people solve problems, feel empowered in their search for increasing insight and awareness, reduce emotional suffering and bring about real and lasting change. She has clinical expertise in addictions and co-occurring disorders like PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Depression and Anxiety Disorders. Whether you are struggling with emotional distress, addictive behaviors or relationship problems she will, first, work collaboratively with you to precisely define the problem and then set goals moving towards growth and change. She is skillful in different modes and theories of therapy and will precisely tailor therapy to your specific needs.

My path into mental health was inspired by my desire to help others achieve a life of fulfillment and balance. I learned that sexuality, gender identity, self expression and relationship intelligence are importance concepts when identifying individual life satisfaction. These topics can often times be taboo to discuss in our society, leading to feelings of guilt/shame, increased isolation and loneliness. My goal is to normalize these conversations and therapy.

I am glad you're looking for therapeutic support in times that are drastically impacted by the capitalist mindset and inequality. Life’s external factors such as stress and trauma experiences including but not limited to childhood abuse, physical abuse, intimate partner violence, sexual violence, racial and social traumas as well as anti LGBTQ+ policies are taking toll on our bodies. These show up as fatigue, sadness, anxiety, overthinking, thoughts of self-harm, and disables us from our lives. In such times we all can use trauma-informed and nonjudgmental professional support to help us heal from root causes of these symptoms.

Seeking therapy and exploring your mental health needs can sometimes be a daunting decision. Feeling ambivalent toward therapy is common; To minimize any uncertainty one might feel, I incorporate Strength-Based and Recovery Oriented therapeutic interventions. As adults, many of us experience some form of anxiety, panic or feelings of hopelessness when navigating our day to day routine and/or interpersonal relationships. I emulate your personal goals and incorporate them into our therapeutic relationship to develop and formulate coping skills that are best suited to minimize the identified stressors.

I believe everyone has a story. I believe Life Coaching & Therapy is a safe place to come and deeply explore that story. We all get stuck from time to time in patterns of unhealthy thinking, behaving, and relating and we deserve support changing those patterns. I allows us to gain insight into areas of our life and thoughtfully explore approaches and solutions that grow our confidence. I offer questions, validation, empathy, and a safe and respectful place to empower your best self.

I have experience working with depression, anxiety, domestic violence. I am certified in domestic violence counseling and In dialectical behavior therapy. I can help you develop skills and learn how to use tools to become healthier.

WOC Therapy Inc. is a mental health and wellness community that helps teens and women of color heal from personal and inter-generational trauma. We offer virtual and in-person counseling, energy healing services, and workshops across California. The women we support go on to pursue their dream careers, experience deeper and more meaningful relationships and learn ways to manage stress more effectively. We believe that self-compassion and authentic connections with people are the most effective tools for healing.

If you don't like the road you're walking, let's pave a new one together! I work with women, young adults, and teens who are having difficulty maneuvering through life changes to help them achieve the life they envision. Together, we work on issues surrounding anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and outside pressures from society, family, culture, media and more. I approach my clients with a compassionate, direct, and non-judgmental lens. I am relatable and always honest. My clients learn to embrace confidence, be more assertive, manage emotions and relationships, and succeed in academics, career, and intimate relationships.

Maybe you are coping with a stressful pregnancy? Or grappling with the loss of one? Are you postpartum, feeling unsure, worried, irritable, sad, unable to sleep even when the baby sleeps? Or perhaps, you are further along the parenting continuum, supporting your child through the various developmental stages - toddlerhood, adolescence and beyond. Is that meltdown normal? How do I help my child with difficult friendships? Is my teen's behavior typical? How do I tackle their constant internet use? Or maybe you simply want to empower yourself or your child with healthy emotional tools now to prevent potential issues later.

Your healing is my sole focus. I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has lived in the area for 50 years. I have been in practice for two and a half decades providing * Psychotherapy that is respectful, solution-focused, goal-oriented, effective * Adolescents (16+), Adults, Elders, and families are welcome.* I also conduct court-ordered Forensic SVP Evaluations *

Dear diary, today was a day filled with purpose. I met with a new client, and I'm excited to share my journey with them. You see, I have the privilege of helping South Asian individuals navigate the intricate terrain of their cultural identity, expectations, values, boundaries, communication, and self-growth. This morning, I listened to my client's stories, their triumphs, struggles, their dreams and fears. We explored the threads of their cultural identity, gently untangling them to reveal the rich tapestry beneath. It's always an inspiring experience to witness someone's journey towards self-discovery.

Life can be isolating when it's only YOU vs. YOUR struggles. As YOUR therapist, I help YOU transform YOUR pain into personal power when YOUR anxiety or depression takes over at the worst possible moments. It's confusing wrestling with day-to-day anger, pain & loss. This time can feel overwhelming & crippling. It may affect YOUR relationships with family, friend colleagues, & mostly, yourself. As Alder says, “courage does not happen when YOU have all the answers. It happens when YOU are ready to face the questions YOU have been avoiding YOUR whole life! How do YOU courageously face the difficult questions & reclaim YOUR strength?

Sometimes life feels like it sucks. And sometimes we feel like we suck. And sometimes it feels like life sucks all the time and so do we. Yes, I am a therapist, but I am a human being first and I promise to treat you like one. I have a casual, laid-back conversational, and authentic style. I pride myself on authenticity. Basically, I keep it real. I use proven methods grounded in research and evidence to help pinpoint the roots of problems and find ways to try and solve them.

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.

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.