Therapists in Santa Monica, CA

Are you at a point in your life where you feel you are ready for a change but don’t know where to start? Have you been struggling to take control of an addiction or compulsive behavior and have had no luck on you own? Are you overwhelmed with negative thoughts that leave you paralyzed to take action? Are you struggling to find or maintain healthy relationships with partners, family, friends, or co-workers? Perhaps you're just finally ready to work on yourself, level-up, and enrich your life by establishing a deeper relationship with YOU.

This world can leave us feeling powerless and without control. But I believe we have more power left to be uncovered. I work with adults, intimate partners, and adolescents to meet them where they are to collaborate, with the mission to assist in shedding light on their journeys towards awareness, acceptance, and change they want. I am passionate about working with complex trauma/PTSD, interpersonal relationship issues, anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, perfectionism, neurodivergence, self-confidence, grief, and multicultural issues that arise within AAPI, BIPOC, immigrant, LGBTQIA+, and multi-racial/ethnic communities.

I support people struggling with sex and porn addiction, drugs and alcohol, and other compulsive behaviors that have created chaos in their own life and relationships. I also work with spouses/partners who have been negatively impacted by betrayal, trauma and addictions. With over 20 years of clinical experience I provide a focused therapy plan and tools through mindful and confidential counseling so that you are able to live life and make healthy choices. You can make changes, rebuild trust and respect, and connect with people you love, and I am here to help every step of the way. Investing in your mental health is a wise choice.

Often, it’s too much to think, be in your head and deal with toxic relationships. Then, in thinking or feeling, or a pattern of behavior or choices that are ultimately harmful. This can lead to a feeling of heaviness and oppression about the future, allow yourself the freedom to imagine a future filled with possibilities and opportunities. I will help you unpack the history of the problematic behavior and help you see how you actually feel about it. I intend to help you better understand the motivation underneath the patterns of thinking and behaviors that make you feel trapped and overwhelmed.

Are you feeling down in ways that you cannot explain? We have four licensed therapists in Garden Grove and Wildomar who conduct EMDR and DBT methods for clients who have trauma and other complex psychological issues. Our therapists speak Spanish, Vietnamese, Portuguese, and Korean as well. We take Medi-Cal insurances, such as CalOptima, Molina, and IEHP along with many other major insurances. Let us help ease your mind.

Are you struggling with decision making or facing major life changes that feel daunting? Are relationships challenging for you, or you find yourself repeating tired habits that affect relationships with those around you? Is life or unwanted memories of life's stressors wearing you down? You are not alone. When you are ready to secure the support of a warm, nonjudgmental, and experienced therapist, I am here! Together, we can gain a deeper understanding of yourself, uncover all the strengths you already have, and discover new tools to help you confidently move forward. Let's take back control of your life!

We all want the best for our children: to help them grow and teach them the necessary skills to succeed in life. When we communicate with open ears and conscious hearts, this allows for healthy relationships to build. Effective therapy utilized this approach of open communication in order to foster the growth and development of youth. I strive to help every child feel that they have control over their lives, and offer the necessary skills to be happy, healthy, and to make their own positive decisions.

Hi, my name is Quynh Pham, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I was born in Vietnam and came to America when I was 12 years old. I was inspired to step out of my comfort zone and adapt not only to a new language but also to the cultural shift. This challenging experience taught me to respect and connect well with people from all backgrounds. I value the quality time I spend with friends and family who I love. I enjoy traveling, cooking, and exploring the culinary world because I believe a hearty dish brings everyone together.

With over 15 years working in the community and graduate lecturer at USC, Patricia's main goal, as an LCSW and Doctorate of Psychology Candidate is to help you work out your problems- We experience problems everyday but sometimes it can become so overwhelming that we may begin to develop unhealthy/uncomfortable physical and emotional symptoms in our minds and bodies. These ailments may affect our behaviors and the way we function at work, home, school, and/or church. They may even disrupt our relationships with friends, families, and/or co-workers.

As a 1.5 generation Vietnamese-American woman, I can bring understanding to the struggles that come with navigating generational trauma, personal trauma, and cultural and sexual identities. I am continuously aware of how cultural and sociopolitical factors impact your sense of well-being and relationships. I believe together, we can work on overcoming the hurt and pain from your past to help you stop feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or angry moving forward. I will journey with you as you find your happiness, cultivate better relationships, and learn to embrace all aspects of yourself.

Seeking therapy requires a great deal of courage. Be proud that you have taken the first step – attempting to find a therapist. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment in which we as a collaborative team will explore barriers to happiness and help you deal with issues that are troubling you. In our practice, we believe therapeutic relationships are sacred, and created in partnership with each client to foster safety, compassion, patience, and a sense of curiosity. We address the emotional, psychological, and relational aspects of well-being.

I understand how difficult it can be to find a therapist you can trust. I provide a safe environment where you can explore and overcome your challenges to heal from your experiences. I provide therapy with a warm and empathetic approach where you can process without feeling like you are being judged. My therapy style is integrative, as I understand that human beings are unique and there is no one size fits all therapy. My areas of specialty include depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger, addiction, disordered eating behaviors, and trauma. I also offer EMDR therapy.

DO YOU NEED A SAFE HAVEN TO DISCUSS YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES? Imagine yourself healed from emotional pain, transformed into someone you yourself admire...and finally finding harmony in your life and in your relationships. Imagine your children free to be themselves without behavior issues, learning and achieving at their potential, and joyful without the burden of worries, sadness, and anger. This is possible. I have had the joy of working with individuals, couples, families, and children, and have helped people achieve significant changes in short periods of time.

Dr. Silva is the Chief Behavior Health Officer for San Diego based mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.

I have 15+ years experience in industrial psychology, community mental health, & medical social work and have served as an adjunct lecturer, admissions reviewer, psychiatric consultant, & as a director. I continue to be passionate about compliance practices to ensure great clinical outcomes, as these are two naturally interwoven processes in community and managed healthcare. I continue to gift back to our community as a Viet-CARE member. I provide career consultation, individual and group clinical supervision, and 1:1 coaching to enhance your leadership abilities. Goal is treating you from a whole person perspective.