Therapists in Santa Monica, CA

I have worked in non-profit settings and have been in Private Practice for 30+ years as a Licensed Marriage,Family Therapist. I continually udate my expertise with contiuing ed. I bring a depth of knowledge coupled with a down-to-earth, caring approach to the therapeutic process. I enjoy working with my clients using many different modalities with a "REALITY" base. Some say that I am a "No Nonsense Therapist". Don't let that scare you away. My clients find me to be warm and caring. A measure of my success is based on my clients progress in meeting their personal, relationship and career goals as well as their personal growth.

Do you ever feel you're drifting through life, not fulfilled or passionate about your relationships, purpose, or career like you used to? Whether it be due to past traumas, toxic and abusive relationships, or lack of self-worth and purpose. Sometimes, we can come to a point in our lives where we feel we're constantly under stress, bored, disconnected, stagnant, and insignificant. If you can resonate with any of these feelings I want to work with you, and create a new sense of fulfillment and passion back into your life, relationships, and career. My approach is direct, clear, and practical with no judgments or shame.

I have such respect and admiration for my clients because seeking therapy is very courageous. My goal for your therapy journey is to develop a relationship where you can feel trust so that you can become your authentic self. My therapeutic style is very eclectic and versatile. I want to provide a warm environment for you to feel better and grow. I specialize in treating you as a person and starting in a place where you are comfortable while adjusting to your needs as we move forward. I have expertise in treating depression/anxiety disorders, addiction, grief/loss, infertility, trauma, and relationship conflicts.

I have extensive experience with dual diagnosis, addiction, & complex trauma. I have worked in private practice & residential and primary psychological treatment centers. I work as a drama therapist combining my clinical & performance background. I specialize in family working entire family system. I have direct and empathetic approach. Since becoming a mother I also, work on those areas specifically. In addition, I love working with artists, creative, and those wishing to explore or develop those areas. I know we are all creative and meant to be creating. I have a very intuitive nature with depth psychotherapist training.

Are you feeling depressed or anxious? We offer therapy to help with many issues including stress, relationship issues, or deep trauma through our EMDR Treatments. We offer a safe space both telehealth and in person to process what you are struggling with and improve your life. Our group specializes in creating healthy relationships, working through anxiety, depression, getting "unstuck," working through addictions, and healing from trauma.

Call me to schedule a free consultation to determine if we are a therapeutic match. My practice includes working with individuals, families, and couples who are deal with relationship challenges, grief and loss issues, developmental stage challenges, and those who simply need help dealing with past life events. My aim is to help empower individuals to be self efficient.

Thelese Consulting Group is an organization of services focused on consulting, management training, leadership development, and mental health services. It is founded to assist organizations and professionals in developing practical skills to manage workplace issues and personal conflict. Thelese has partnered with entertainment, government agencies, behavioral healthcare organizations, and nonprofits to provide employee assistance programs, webinar training, crisis interventions, and in-person training nationwide. Thelese Consulting Group pride itself in having a diverse staff of clinicians with bilingual & ASL. We are virtual.

"The purpose of therapy is to remove blocks to truth; to help you abandon any patterns of belief that no longer serve you in a productive way; to implement self-forgiveness. Therapy can alleviate suffering and open the door to peace of mind. It can assist in separating illusion from reality and even reality from truth. Finally, it can help you to learn to make your decisions from internal prompts because you have created an internal locus of control." From "A Course in Miracles" Most clients start noticing change in their perspectives, outlook and coping skills early in the process.

We offer telehealth appointments to make accessing therapy easier! You can speak with us using a secure, encrypted video conferencing platform. This allows you to seek therapy from the comfort of your own home, eliminates the need and expense of childcare and cuts out travel time.

The Professional Wellness Academy specializes in focused, integrated Counseling Treatment. ProWellness Academy services individuals, Hospitals, facilities and MAT physician’s patients suffering from Substance Use and/or Behavioral Wellness Disorders. ProWellness Academy has office locations in most major cities and also provides seamless Hipaa Compliant TELEHEALTH software for the home bound; we are committed to evidence-based, “Whole Approach” to treatment that incorporates multidisciplinary modalities. Hand-in-hand with our professional network of therapists, counselors, physicians, and case managers; we pursue excellence.

Angry, frustrated and sad? I have been working with individuals who are depressed for over 20 years. I am intensively trained in DBT and have been providing comprehensive DBT since the year 2000. Let's explore the tools I can offer as together we help you create a life of joy and satisfaction.

Life can lead us down some pretty confusing paths sometimes, leaving us feeling crazy, unsettled, and totally lost. You don't have to feel like this forever. I work with individuals who are really going through it - anxiety, panic and stress, relationship issues, and unresolved issues that continue to impact current life. Many of my clients are insightful, curious, growth-oriented people who are seeking meaning and more fulfilling relationships. My focus is on helping you to come to a deeper sense of meaning on all that is weighing you down and freeing up whatever it is that seems to be stuck.

I am passionate about providing the highest quality assessment services for children and adults. My expertise has been cultivated through my assessment research studies, training, and treatment of disabilities and psychological conditions. My assessment services include neuropsychological, psycho-educational, and psychological testing. I also conduct med-legal, immigration, adoption, and forensic examinations. Treatment includes parenting support and ADHD/LD treatment. I guide individuals in building functional skills to cope with challenges that interfere with effective functioning. ADHD therapy provides support, structure, feedback, and the development of skills to increase self-awareness, independence, improve concentration, time-management, planning and organization skills.

I've been a psychotherapist for over 30 years and have found that most relief from psychic pain comes from being kinder and gentler to ourselves. I'm practical, build on strengths, and help people stay focused in the moment to bring about change. Being able to appreciate one's self in the moment is a blessing and a grace often necessary to help us move forward. I work with individuals and couples, teens to seniors.

I am an energetic, compassionate, and faith based therapist, who engages in an eclectic approach to therapy. I believe in emotional healing, emotional stability, and goal setting to help my clients navigate an amazing life. I will provide strength based therapeutic approaches tailored to your needs, and what will work best for you. Together we will develop a treatment plan that when implemented, will enable you to create success in any area of your life, and eliminate what is currently unhealthy or toxic. My main therapeutic approaches are with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Behavior Modification.