Therapists in Mission Hills, CA

Telehealth/Video sessions are available. I offer both individual and couple therapy with a focus on alleviating stress and depression.I believe that every individual has an innate ability for growth and therapy works best when the client takes the lead. Moving at a pace comfortable for you allows for open discussion of sensitive topics when you're ready. My aim is to guide you toward healthier thought patterns and help you confront and change negative thinking. The foundation of successful therapy lies in a strong therapist-client relationship. Reach out for a consultation to see if we’re the right match.

I recognize and maximize the individual’s strengths, also help them to use their environmental support in their healing process. I believe there is no “one size fits all” type of therapy, I fit my style of therapy according to the need of my patients by using integrative approaches when it is suitable for my clients. I passionately follow cutting edge research in the field of neuroscience and take a lot of advantage of their finding in my practice. I have a broad range of experience in working with adolescents, adults and geriatric with the a very diverse background.

I have experience working with individuals of various cultural backgrounds, which has provided me with the experience in helping with a diverse area of mental health difficulties from Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Sleep Disorders, Panic Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic-Stress Disorder, (veteran, infidelity, domestic violence, physical, emotional and sexual abuse), family and couple therapy . I help my clients decrease their depressive and anxious symptoms, identify their positive thoughts, decrease worries, feel relaxed, happy, sleep well, and develop good relationship with others.

You have made the most important step of reaching out for help. Are you, or your child dealing with overwhelming amount of stress that has left you with a shattered sense of security? A traumatic event involves one, or repeating experiences that can eventually lead to serious negative consequences such as, Shock, denial, Anger, shame, sadness, and Anxiety. With a myriad of experience working with children, and adults dealing with various psychological issues and with a collaborative approach, I will help you remove barriers that have kept you from achieving your true potential and living your best life possible.

Will help you understand yourself better and understand the life's rules. If you know the rules you will win/heal. You may be experiencing real pain in your life, but the beliefs, thoughts, and feelings you have about your pain can add to your suffering. I'd like to help you understand where these beliefs come from so that it can change the way you react to situations and develop a more positive and adaptive belief, and life style. With increased insight and awareness, you may find that you're able to have more meaningful and satisfying relationships and really enjoy the life.

I am a licensed educational psychologist (LEP), a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), and a board-certified behavioral analyst – doctorate level (BCBA-D). I have 30 years of experience working with families, children and adolescents in out-patient treatment. I place importance on accountability in my therapeutic methods and my approach to therapy is direct but nonjudgmental and gentle. I am empathetic and offer a supporting and nurturing environment, and strive to provide thoughtful feedback in a respectful and supportive manner.

At the Rowan Center for Behavioral Medicine, we help people reach their full potential by transforming their healthcare experience. We use evidence-based psychological practices and partner with other health professionals for seamless and integrated care. Our clinical psychologists provide therapy for concerns such as depression, anxiety, stress-management, relationship problems, and phase-of-life issues. In addition, we specialize in health and rehabilitation psychology, providing assistance to patients with medical illnesses and disabilities and sensorimotor psychotherapy, providing trauma-informed, somatic, “body-based” therapy.

The clients which I feel very adept at working with effectively could be presenting any number of issues that haunt couples, children, adolescents, and individuals. These concern developmental, emotional, relational, and social topics.

As a licensed therapist, I consider it a great privilege to be part of someone’s healing and growth, where they are free to be wholly human. I recognize that seeking therapy can have stigmas attached to it among some marginalized and minority communities. I am passionate about breaking through these stigmas and can uniquely understand coming from these communities myself as a Muslim and child of immigrants. I aim to provide therapy within a social justice framework that is holistic and trauma informed. I believe that the personal is political, and therefore, that therapy can not be inherently apolitical.

How is your heart and spirit these days? Are you connected with yourself and others or a larger collective in the way you want to be? Are you hard on yourself or filled with guilt, anger, conflict, loss? Are you feeling overwhelmed by change, or frustrated with family, friends or relationships? Do you find it difficult to ask for help from others, or say no to people? Are you in a process of understanding your gender, sexuality, neurodivergences (AudHD, Austism, ADHD, HSP, etc.), culture, spirituality, religion, illness/disability? If you're ready to connect more with the resources that are already inside you, you can reach out.

Currently accepting new clients. Navigating life's challenges, therapy is a trusted tool for growth. Seeking professional guidance amid uncertainty is a meaningful step, and I appreciate the courage it takes. As a clinician-scientist, my evidence-based practice integrates research and emphasizes cultural humility. Grounded in authenticity and vulnerability, my collaborative approach explores meaningful aspects of life. Together, we can craft strategies aligned with your values, aiming to enrich your life. Specializing in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP)

I believe that therapy is a collaborative process linking therapist and client. Whether you are going through a temporary hardship and looking for solution-focused work, or an ongoing issue requiring long-term therapy, we all need some help from time to time. We will work together in order to identify what goals you would like to work towards and formulate a treatment plan that best suits you. I am trained and have extensive experience treating numerous mental health issues including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, adjustment issues, relationship issues, stress related issues, and anger management.

Do you feel stuck with your problems or with your relationship? Do you want to improve your relationship with yourself and with others? Are you experiencing a lot of stress? What if there were a way to become unstuck...to be free to move towards the life you want and desire, to be able to truly enjoy each day. It can be life changing to have happier and healthier relationships with yourself, with your partner, and with your loved ones. I am committed to work with my clients to help them by providing tools they need to achieve their goals.

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.

Facing life challenges can be difficult and overly stressful at times. These difficulties can affect all aspects of one's life causing emotional, social, vocational and relational problems. Day to day functioning may also be impacted resulting in more stress and struggles. Suffering from emotional distress and mental anguish can be just as painful as any physical ailment.

How able are you to manage stress and crisis as they strike? How wide is your window of tolerance? Would you like to learn some tools and techniques to assist you managing stressful events more effectively? Would you like to work on becoming a better version of yourself? Call me and let us find out how can I be of a help. I am a Trauma-Wise-Therapist and I specialize in treating individuals with anxiety, depression, and trauma. I work with individuals and groups focusing on different issues such as stress management, Distress Tolerance, emotional regulation,communication issues, and interpersonal relationships.

Stepping into therapy can be an empowering step towards healing and growth. Many individuals seek therapy for a variety of reasons, such as depression, anxiety, phobias, relationship issues, and a lack of meaning in their lives. If you are driven to grow, develop, and explore your own path in life, then psychotherapy can be a powerful tool to help you live with higher levels of awareness and consciousness. I do integrate BrainSpotting and EMDR to help access parts of the brain that are difficult to reach through conventional therapy methods, allowing allowing for deeper healing and transformation in just a few sessions,