Trauma Focused Therapists in 90089

At the USC Psychology Services Center, we currently offer both in-person and telehealth therapy and assessment supported by science. Our services are provided by doctoral students in the Department of Psychology at USC, and supervised by psychology faculty or community-based licensed psychologists. This allows us to offer you a unique, treatment team based approach. We offer services for individuals and families, across the age range from young children to older adults. We do not offer same-day or emergency/crisis services. Currently, we have immediate openings for adolescents ages 13-17 in need of assessment services.

Many of my clients have led very successful lives, either in school, at work, or at home. They are highly resilient, resourceful, hard working, and strong, which is why they can't explain the anxiety or depression that keeps bubbling up. They are hesitant to seek therapy because they don't want to tinker with what is working, yet they are feeling emotions that sometimes don't make sense or are hard to manage. They feel isolated because they believe they can't share these vulnerabilities with anyone else, either because they are ashamed of feeling them or because they may not be able to trust others with that information.

As non-binary and trans folx we often find ourselves wondering "where do I belong in this world?" and "why can't I just be myself?" It seems like we've tried everything but we dont feel like we belong or we are in a safe place to live & work. We often wonder when its going to get better? When can I just live my life fully how I am? Sometimes we feel sad and it can be a very lonely place. We can even forget just how special and unique we are because we are so different and surrounded by those who just don't get it. We really want someone who can connect to us &make our experiences feel validated, reminding us that we are beautiful.

I favor an eclectic, person-centered approach that focuses on each individual's needs. I will help you build a "toolbox" of skills to help you with everyday stressors. Together we will also look at the "bigger picture"—your hopes and dreams—and prepare to write the next chapter of your life. My training includes psychoanalytic Intersubjective Self Psychology, which I am passionate about as a guiding star for my practice. I am a compassionate therapist with many years of experience who will be committed to increasing your capacity for mindfulness, resiliency, improved relationships, and overall happiness and vitality.

It can be difficult to reach out for mental health support. It can be even more difficult to find a therapist who is a good fit. I recognize this difficulty, and my goal is to make the therapeutic process as supportive and affirming for you as possible. I'm passionate about working with clients from diverse and marginalized backgrounds, especially individuals from LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities. I am a licensed clinical psychologist (Psy.D.), and I specialize in multicultural psychology. I am trained in providing evidence-based treatment for anxiety, depression, mood changes, and other mental health difficulties.

Dr. Chang, founder of Therapy Lab and TL Kids (formerly Golden Hour Therapy), has provided science-based psychological treatment in downtown Los Angeles since 2008. Using evidence-based treatments and a compassionate approach, she offers expertise based on a decade of experience at prestigious research-oriented psychology programs, including UCLA and NYU's Child Study Center, with degrees from Princeton University and The University of Georgia.

You're ready to break free from patterns of self-criticism and self-doubt, to walk around feeling more confident, able to regulate the anxious feelings inside you, and believe that you are good enough. Living with a negative self-view can be painful, fortunately good therapy can help. With compassion and curiosity, we will work together to explore patterns that get you stuck and actively work towards changing them while helping you gain the skills to approach yourself with more love and acceptance. I can also help you with setting good boundaries, finding peace from past pain, and connecting to your true authentic self.

Life can throw unexpected challenges our way. Sometimes, it feels overwhelming, and we need a helping hand to compassionately guide us through these difficult situations. Whether battling anxiety, depression, trauma, sex, intimacy, or navigating complex relationships, we can work together through your journey toward emotional well-being through therapy. Contact us to make an appointment with an associate.

Sometimes we encounter problems or life changes that are difficult to face, causing us to feel overwhelmed, unworthy, and isolated. We are often inundated with messages about how we ought to live our lives, dictating the way we are supposed to look, behave, and even feel. Our goals and values can feel out of reach; I aim to bring these forward by offering a supportive, collaborative, and empowering therapeutic environment.

As a therapist who was born and raised in Hong Kong, I have had the opportunity to work with diverse clients of all backgrounds. I understand the unique challenges faced by children of immigrants, particularly those identifying as Asian American or emerging adults. Asian Americans often struggle with establishing a sense of belonging, internalized judgment of their thoughts, actions, and persistent feelings of inadequacy or shame. It can be challenging to exist between two or more different cultural norms, values, traditions, languages, familial obligations, social dynamics, and more.

Hello and welcome! Seeking a therapist can be an intimidating process, but doing so is an important step toward your well-being. You may be anxious, depressed, stressed, or struggling with relationships in your life and looking for a way to feel better. I specialize in working with people who identify as LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, immigrants, and children of immigrants while affirming their identities and lived experiences. As a child of immigrants myself, I understand the unique challenges and perspectives that can come with trying to reconcile one’s individual identity and culture with the dominant culture-at-large.

I am quite fascinated by the ways that people can manage with what they know. However, at times, we fall into repetitive patterns that prevent us from achieving the life we desire. It is my experience that our difficulties often lay in our reactions to our thoughts and feelings. Shifting our inner dialogue can lead to a happier life. I strive to meet clients where they’re at and offer a supportive, non-judgmental space for them to work toward their goals.

Welcome to Aid in Healing! My name is Dr. Edden (pronounced like Aidan) Agonafer. I am a licensed clinical psychologist based in Long Beach, CA. I named my practice Aid in Healing because it aligns with my mission and understanding of healing. To provide more context, in my own healing journey and through the many years of counseling people, I've learned that healing that is done with the help of others is more powerful than healing that is done in isolation or alone. I have a decade long clinical experience working with individuals and their families and the various systems they interact with.

Don’t let worry, stress, resentment, and negative feelings fester and root themselves in your mind, heart, and body. Learn to let go of what holds you back and start reorganizing your life. There are healthy, positive solutions to help you bounce forward. Each of our therapists offer an attentive and supportive environment for exploring your present life and current relationships and with the belief that exploring your past and present experiences helps you move and overcome the heavy obstacles that may be holding you back and standing in the way of you and your future goals.

We all have a story, but when burnout spirals into deeper struggles like anxiety, depression, exhaustion, and compassion fatigue, we can lose sight of that narrative. Pressures like work stress, relationship issues, societal expectations, identity struggles, or pursuit of perfection can engulf us to the point that we can't handle the burden. This impacts our creativity, relationships, and sense of direction. But burnout isn't the end of the story; with support, a new chapter can unfold. I love stories because they foster understanding. Throughout history, stories have been our tools for making sense of ourselves and the world.

In the life journey, there will be times when we feel lost or stuck in our directions, emotions, and relations. Many times, our self, family, and friends may be fortunately able to help us through those difficult moments, while other times, we just need professional assistance to guide us to develop critical knowledge and capabilities to understand and handle our struggles. Among countless therapists, your finding me as your support may be a blessed opportunity for us to work together to address the challenges that have blocked your moving forward.

Life, without a doubt, can be burdensome with its obligations and expectations often leaving us feeling stuck, unheard and alone. Between managing the demands of daily stressors it can feel like we're drowning and we forget to take care of ourselves. Yet, the gift of self expression gives us permission to return the love and energy we give outwardly to ourselves. Using strength-based techniques, I work collaboratively with individuals, couples and families seeking lasting relief from the strife's of “adulting”, anxiety, depression and complex trauma.

Peggy Stewart is a professor at University of Southern California & practices at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. She worked in Methadone Maintenance at the Veterans Administration & as a psychiatric social worker at Metropolitan State Hospital. Peggy worked for Adult Protective Services, L.A. County Homeless Task Force in Skid Row. She is certified to provide bariatric clearances & has extensive experience helping recipients & donors navigate the organ transplant process. Provider of CBT, DBT, & EMDR. Peggy's philosophy of care entails empowering clients to soar to their highest quality of life using evidence-based interventions.