Therapists in Lakewood, CA

Have you ever experienced stress about making a decision/transition? Perhaps you are experiencing this right now. Oftentimes, we experience stress when making decisions due to our past or the unknown. As a Latina, I recognize that talking about our thoughts and feelings is not always safe or welcomed. Connecting to mental health counseling is still stigmatized within our community. We are often told “no pasa nada”, this thinking leads us to suppress our feelings which contributes to added stress. However, if we do not let go of stress or process past trauma, how can we live our best life right now?

Colleen Mielke, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach to therapy depends on your situation and needs. In general, I would begin with attentive listening or empathy immersion before beginning our approach to your therapeutic needs. Usually, this approach begins with a psychodynamic approach and leads to a CBT approach to help you create the desired change you are looking for. Psychosocial, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, obsessive-compulsive, substance abuse, dual-diagnosis, and psychotic disorders. CBT (Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Existential Processing.

I have had the privilege of serving children and adults in community-based programs and in private practice for the past 25 years. During this time, I have seen the impact that unattended mental health struggles can have on one's relationships, work, parenting, physical health and family life. As humans, we all have moments of struggle with distressing thoughts and emotions. 1 in 5 adults struggle with a mental health problem. Many suffer alone without reaching out and getting support. It is important to me to provide a welcoming and warm environment and remove barriers that prevent people from receiving the help they need.

Now accepting new clients! Call for a FREE 15 minute consultation. Your feelings are valid and they matter. Seeking help to process your thoughts, feelings, and emotions is the first step in finding peace. I know that there are times when you simply do not feel your best. Those feelings may linger and when they do it may help to speak to someone that can help you process those feelings. Take the time to invest in yourself to focus on self-compassion and growth. I am committed to working with you as you process and seek the tools to live more mindfully. If this resonates with you, please reach out for a FREE 15 minute consultation.

I have been a licensed Psychologist since 2011 with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and Post-Doctoral training in Neuropsychology. My specialties include working with clients experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, couples issues, women's issues, and multicultural issues. I am trained in both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and psychodynamic therapy. This means that I think about your challenges from multiple perspectives. I try to help you not just fix the pressing issue of the day but also make deeper, more lasting changes.

Kevin Torchen, LCSW. It takes courage to engage in the therapeutic process. I try my best to make this a valuable and rewarding experience and to be an ally and collaborator with my clients in achieving treatment and life goals. My experience comes from working with clients with a broad spectrum of specific traits and symptoms in need of healthy change and integration. Clients who are struggling with symptoms relating to anxiety, depression, stress, life change, emotional volatility, sleep issues, relationship issues, obsessive and compulsive traits, and trauma, along with any other related struggle.

My name is Christene Waldman and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults 18 and older, focusing on life transitions, grief and loss, caregiver issues, aging-related issues, work issues, stress, depression, and the growing pains of life. My approach is client-based utilizing cognitive behavioral, solution-focused therapies to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.

Are you ready to begin the Healing Journey? Are you ready to discover the best version of yourself? Are you depressed, sad, irritable, anxious, or stressed and ready to Live Free? I help women and young ladies, Nourish, HEAL, Grow, and Thrive. I support women who are dealing with relationship trauma/grief, who are dealing with inner child issues and past childhood trauma, and having difficulty showing up as your best self. I help women acknowledge their trauma, work through their trauma and change their trauma into triumph. If you are ready to heal from what broke you, let's work together to set you free so you can grow and blossom.

I specialize in healing past traumas and resolving underlying core issues that may be keeping you feeling stuck. I do this by providing a supportive, caring and non-judgmental environment that I believe is needed to work effectively on personal and interpersonal struggles. Together, we will develop meaningful goals to reach your desired outcome and live the life you want. My style is direct, warm, engaged and interactive.

I work with many people who feel overwhelmed--by traumatic events, or simply when modern life, feelings or relationships are "too much". Some tried regular talk therapy, but their symptoms didn't shift. This is often because the stress response is stuck in the body. This can show up as PTSD, anxiety, depression, low motivation, panic attacks, substance abuse, eating disorders, etc.My clients learn what their bodies are trying to tell them and how to stop symptoms & support healthy well-being. I have a knack for working with unusual or "out of the box" folks.

Most of the individuals and couples I work with are all experiencing some version of the same thing: unmet emotional and/or physical needs. Listen, not every couple goes through that wonderful honeymoon stage. Some couples love each other fiercely from the very beginning, but also fight each other with just as much fire. And those who did experience the magical honeymoon stage, can often finding themselves struggling to maintain it after life starts happening. Are you walking on eggshells? Having the same fight over and over again? Wondering if things will ever change?

My name is David Sparks, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Certified Brainspotter based in Antioch, CA, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I primarily work with adults and adolescents, and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, and addiction. I have an integrated approach, often utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy and brainspotting to reduce symptoms and improve wellness.

Now Accepting New Clients - - - If you're feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, or a general sense of disconnection, working with a therapist can be a huge step towards relief and healing. I am passionate about supporting you as you gain self-awareness, experience psychological freedom, increase fulfillment in your relationships, and embrace your most authentic self. My approach is holistic, taking into account the integration of mind, body, emotions, will and spirit. Collaboratively, we will take into consideration your needs and goals, while I tailor an approach that best supports your individual journey.

My name is Jeremy D. Bailey and I am a licensed clinical social worker in the State of California. I have 14 years of extensive clinical experience working with people from a diversity of backgrounds and ages in both public and private settings. My focus is assisting people with trauma, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), depression/mood disorders, suicidal thoughts, LGBTQI+ issues, and adjustment disorders, grief/loss, job stress, and more. I utilize aspects of cognitive/dialectical behavioral therapy, exposure therapy, solution focused, psycho-dynamic, mindfulness, attachment theory, and motivational interviewing.

My name is Michele Ryan LMFT 118453. My approach is empathetic, collaborative, and goal oriented. Let me help you to make meaning in your life and recover from what can feel like a dark and daunting existence. Assisting those with mental health challenges with integrity is something I am deeply passionate about. I love working with individuals, families, couples, and children who have been affected by mental illness or just the everyday stressors and strains of life.

All is Possible, with Gentleness. -Todo es posible con paciencia.- I am so glad that you are making a big difference in your life. What a courageous and honorable decision. Would you like to call me? Let's have a conversation, & see if we are a good fit. Allow me to embark with you on this journey. Want better sleep? Oxygenate the body. Plus, Breath-Body-Mind meditation taught: Improve Creativity, have more internal Mental, Emotional, Financial Stability, increase Focus and concentration, eliminate trauma, improve Confidence and Relationships. Hope to speak soon. - - Favor de llamarme para tener una conversacion mas profunda.

Hello, my name is Nasrin. For over a decade, I have had the privilege of working with adults, children/ adolescents, families, couples, LGBTQ, and Military/Veterans from a diverse population. What contributes to my work is the skill to utilize evidence-based therapies with the compassion and empathy needed to provide a therapeutic alliance.

Have you been moving through life struggling to reach goals, maintain healthy relationships, and experience academic or professional success and fulfillment? Did you miss the opportunity to focus on your mental health as an anchor to support your self-esteem and wellbeing? I want to provide a safe space for you to explore your inner world – your thoughts, beliefs, and interpretations of events that trigger mood instability- and discover adaptive strategies to ground yourself and feel more confident navigating life’s challenges.

“The quality of our life depends on the quality of our relationships.” -Esther Perel/ Healthy, loving, and respectful relationships are easier said than done. Unresolved trauma can skew our understanding of a healthy dynamic in our relationships with ourselves and others. I collaborate with individuals and couples in creating therapeutic goals and a plan to help process their struggles with sexual traumas, partner abuse, child abuse, and other traumas. I utilize the therapy tools of EMDR (emdria.org), Trauma Exposure Therapy, Psychodynamic therapy using timelines, and Trauma-Focused CBT.