Therapists in Newbury Park, CA

As a licensed professional living in the community for over twenty years, I have had the opportunity to counsel many individuals, couples and families by assisting them to better cope with life's challenges and helping them to improve their personal relationships. In today's stressful and competitive world, raising a family poses unique obstacles. I provide a non-intimidating, nurturing environment where clients can explore their issues and improve their self-esteem. Due to my life experience and professional training, I believe I am highly qualified to help my clients achieve happier, more productive lives.

"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step" -Lao Tzu. During this unprecedented time of uncertainty, change, & loss, many of us are struggling in different ways. Acknowledging your challenges & seeking help are the first steps in healing. At Diagnostic & Counseling Center, we have a diverse group of clinicians to offer support to individuals, couples, & families. We believe that each person possesses special strengths, & we strive to build upon these to facilitate growth. During therapy, we encourage clients to engage in self-exploration & provide tools to help individuals lead healthy, fulfilling lives.

The areas of expertise are: addictions, marriage therapy, child/adolescent therapy. Additionally, We treat individuals, couples, and families with anxiety, depression, anger, domestic violence, all addictions, sexual and emotional abuse/neglect, low self esteem, bullying, failing grades, being oppositional, cutting, anxiety, depression, suicide, death of a loved one, and domestic violence. Additionally, there are two Associate Marriage Family Therapy interns that graduated from Pepperdine that work here, Doug May and Austin Johnson, that see clients that need low cost therapy starting at $50-80 and will be on insurance panels soon

I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space in which you can build trust and feel confident in working through the difficult situations and emotions that have brought you here. The decision to pursue therapy is not an easy one, and takes plenty of courage and strength to reach out- I hope you can be proud of yourself for taking the first step! My therapeutic style is authentic, collaborative, gentle, and solution focused, utilizing skills from a variety of treatment modalities in order to create a treatment plan that is as individualized as you.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Are you struggling to gain control in life? Perhaps you are trying to manage a better relationship with food. Or it could be a daily challenge to maintain your sobriety. Maybe you find yourself in a relationship that lacks the sexual intimacy you crave. I have successfully helped many people like you overcome the obstacles that keep them trapped in cycles that are ineffective. I provide a safe and empathetic environment in which you can discuss things that are painful, challenging and personal.

Sometime you get to a point where you feel really stuck, and unable to figure out how to make a change or how to feel better. Whether its persistent anxiety, sadness, or something else, it can help to figure out what the root of the struggle is about. I like to focus on childhood attachments, passed down generational traumas, and experiences in your life that has laid down patterns that are hard to break out of. Sometimes we need to understand the why, then it's easier to figure out a way through. But you don't have to do that alone, and honestly we weren't made to handle our problems in isolation. Everyone needs support.

Dr Markus Rogan is a recipient of the United Nations Medal of Honor.

In my 30 years of personal and professional development, I have created a unique approach to bring hope and strength, healing and transformation to those who are ready. It is my honor to provide and hold space for you as I offer assistance with your empowerment, acceptance, trust, forgiveness and gratitude. My philosophy is based on healing relationship within Self, with others and with the world. Our time together is precious and I will share with you mindful and compassionate practices and share the value of authenticity, and presence.

Trauma tears through our lives like a storm causing worry and sadness. You may feel fragmented and alone as you try to understand what has happened and how you'll ever be the same. Whether years ago or yesterday, trauma erodes happiness and leaves you feeling as though you can never trust or feel safe again. But there is hope. Trauma informed therapy utilizes various techniques to support the reconfiguration of thoughts and belief systems. As you walk this path, I will be with you every step of the way. Through the healing nature of the therapeutic relationship, you will begin to regain a sense of belonging and feel whole again.

I allocate my time and practice between two specific and unique issues: one being sexually related problems, the other being OCD. With sexually related issues, they can show up as relationship problems, infidelity, arousal discrepancy, or LGBT matters. Likewise, with OCD, there are many different forms and subtypes: harm, scrupulosity, contamination, sexual, symmetry/order/balance/just right. I am trained and experienced in both fields, utilizing tools and interventions to treat one or the other, and sometimes both.

Feeling stuck or frustrated? Tired of trying so hard with it just not working? I’m here to help you figure out what’s backfiring on you, and how to move forward from unhelpful patterns. If you want to understand and improve your relationships, intimacy, or emotional distress, I can help.

You no longer know who you are or what you want in life. You constantly feel as though something is missing, or you’re just going through the motions. You may be in a toxic relationship, romantic or otherwise. You may be stuck at a dead-end job, not know where to go career wise, or maybe you aren’t sure if school is right for you. You constantly are told what to do, who to be, and have difficulty speaking and choosing for yourself. Or perhaps you have to do everything. You have no support and feel as though you are juggling a million things with no help in sight. Don’t worry, you’re not alone.

SEXUAL healing: I can listen to any story - those uncomfortable experiences that are hard to talk about, confusion over using sexuality well. The sexual shame. I have heard it before. Come tell me what you haven't been able to say. It's confidential. I help with abuse history, sexual addiction, and issues of couples. I have written books on how to heal sexuality individually or as a couple. Also smart and GIFTED people, understanding how it makes you feel separate, sometimes isolated. This could be because you really are different. I offer group therapy for those going through or have gone through ALPHA Theta and Neurofeedback.

Hi! I’m Madeline. I specialize in helping individuals and couples make meaning out of challenges and loss, navigate transitions, and deepen their relationships with others. Most of us encounter some form of trauma or loss in our lives, and these challenges can impact our mood, our sense of self, and our relationship with the world around us. I provide a warm, collaborative space for clients to uncover and re-frame unhelpful beliefs, develop skills to cope with anxiety and depression, and set helpful boundaries with those around them.