Teletherapy for Los Angeles, CA

Life can be challenging. Navigating your way through the world in a meaningful, authentic way can feel overwhelming and lonely. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about working with individuals, couples and families to effect personal growth and empowerment. I use a collaborative approach so that together, we can understand, explore, discuss, challenge thoughts and feelings and create goals. My focus is to empower your transformation by drawing on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, solution focused therapy, family systems and hypnotherapy.

Do you feel like you haven't reached your full potential yet? Are you struggling with feelings of loneliness, depression, anxiety, or unhappiness? Do you find yourself comparing how you feel to how it appears others are doing? I am here to be with you in the pain and challenges that life can bring. Together, we will find ways to help you feel better. I take a holistic approach to healing, utilizing more than just talk therapy to get you where you want to be. From somatic work to parts work, let's figure this out together. I offer both in person (West LA) and virtual sessions, and I have limited openings for new clients.

I believe in working collaboratively with clients and building a therapeutic relationship based on trust, honesty, and openness. I see my role as a curious, caring human being first and a clinician second. I encourage feedback and work diligently to tailor treatment to meet a client's needs, ranging from achieving short term specific goals, symptom reduction, and crisis management to long term growth work focusing on personal development, relationship patterns, and wellness maintenance.

Are you experiencing grief and loss? Are you navigating health challenges or chronic illness? Do you have parts of yourself that are difficult to share with others? Have you experienced medical or relational/attachment trauma? You've come to the right place. As a queer therapist with chronic illness, I draw from both professional and lived experiences. I believe that therapy can be a reparative experience and that the relationship between a therapist and client can foster immense change and growth. I see clients both via telehealth or outdoors at a local park.

We all tell ourselves a story about who we are, where we come from, and what we believe. Understanding our story unleashes the power to influence it in new and constructive ways. What’s your story? I use thought-provoking questions and empowering perspectives to gently guide my clients through the process of exploring and understanding how they tell their story. With over 22 years in the field of mental health and wellness, I apply a customized and collaborative approach, to help individuals and couples navigate transitions, resolve internal/external conflicts, and restore balance.

Couples are constantly being faced with life's challenges, obstacles and pivots that greatly impact their relationship. Many couples have the right ingredients to make a relationship work and they may just need help finding a recipe. Therapy is a great place to try out new skills, reconnect, and discover ways your relationship can thrive. Whether it's one problem you want to address or fortify your relationship from the ground up, together, we work towards your unique relationship goals. My clients look for support in areas of family planning, financial health, Pre-marital support, grief, loss and transitions and so much more!

In a world fixated on productivity, I intend to offer a nurturing sanctuary where you can simply exist. Therapy should wholeheartedly embrace your unique individuality and diversity, moving at the pace of your inner world. Together, we'll curiously delve into the various facets of your being, working harmoniously for your overall well-being, while also embracing the value of simply being who you are in this moment. With utmost care and patience, we seek to earn the trust of your internal system, allowing you to step into self-leadership and, ultimately, to lead a more fulfilling and purposeful life.

A core part of therapy is the strength of the relationship between client and therapist. I believe in building a positive therapeutic relationship that is collaborative, safe, and genuine. I often work with clients to better understand themselves and their patterns, gain insight into maladaptive behaviors, express their thoughts and emotions honestly, learn to cope effectively with stressors, and find a greater sense of identity and connectedness.

I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Post Induction Therapy (PIT) to get to the root of the problems keeping you stuck, isolated and in survival mode. I'll be the compassionate guide who tells you the truth and gives you a soft place to land. It takes so much courage to begin working toward the life and relationships you want most. You are worth the work!

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in perinatal mental health and family psychotherapy. My passion is working with black women who are having a challenging time during their pregnancy or after giving birth (pre/postpartum). Bringing a child into this world is both an exciting and yet life changing experience that is filled with many different emotions such as joy, sadness, anger, hurt, anxiety..etc. I also have experience working with adults with a wide range of concerns including perinatal/postpartum, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, parenting issues, separation, and grief/loss.

Dr. Yi Chun (Melodie) Hsu is a clinical psychologist with nearly a decade of experience helping adolescents and adults navigate trauma, relationship struggles, addiction, identity issues, and grief. She is known for her warm and empathetic style with a splash of humor, making her clients feel seen, heard, and valued. She obtained her doctorate in Clinical and Forensic Psychology from Alliant International University and completed her undergraduate education at California State University, Fullerton. She utilizes a cognitive behavioral approach combined with motivational interviewing, attachment, and internal family systems.

You feel overwhelmed by the pressure to succeed, yet still feel like you're falling behind some invisible measure of "real success." You are over being the giver in your relationships, whether in friendships where you initiate all of the texts or your intimate relationships where you feel more like a manager than a true partner. Your nervous system is spent because you're burned out, but even the thought of downtime gives you guilt. You're ready for something to change on a deeper level so that you can finally understand yourself, accept yourself, and trust yourself, no matter the circumstances.

I specialize in assisting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and burnout. My diverse clientele includes young individuals exploring their identities to adults skillfully navigating the complexities of work, relationships, and family. My role as a therapist is to help my patients identify and decipher their emotional signals, empower them to be more self-aware and provide coping skills that they can integrate into their daily lives.

Since the start of the pandemic, so many of us have come to crossroads in our lives. When in isolation we have been forced to look closely at the relationships we value, the activities we enjoy, and what we wish to change. In the age of social media, the culture of comparison has dominated our inner psyches and altered our abilities to obtain lasting happiness. In our work together, I want to provide you with a warm, thoughtful, socioculturally-attuned, and collaborative environment. Here, we can explore your individual needs, the belief systems you hold, and your hopes for the future.

Therapy can help you resolve ongoing pain, trauma, or stress, and can also help you develop skills and strategies for managing problematic situations. It can also assist you with self-exploration and growth. Whatever brings you into therapy, you've taken the first step towards empowering yourself to make a positive change. Having the opportunity to work with someone can make a difference and it's important to find someone with the experience and connection to meet your needs. In order to feel empowered to make changes in your life, establishing an authentic, genuine relationship is crucial.

"The best way out is always through." This famous Robert Frost quote is at the core of my approach. When we get stuck -- in a rut at work, in a stormy relationship, in a lukewarm marriage, with our children -- we suffer but are often unwilling to go to the heart of the trouble. Sometimes, we're not even aware of what the true issue is. All we can do is try to avoid the pain, skirt problems, even pretend we are fine. We are blocked by fear -- another word for anxiety. Together, we can walk slowly through that fear, and get to the other side.

I am a seasoned Clinical Psychologist with dual licenses: Psychologist & Marriage Family Therapist. I have been in practice 45 years in the Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica, Marina del Rey areas and now Pico-Robertson. I am also the author of many children's books. My specialities include Grief and Facilitative Therapy as well as working with families, couples, children and adolescents. I am warm and interactive in my approach. I have an extensive educational and training background.

Best Life Therapy is a premier tele-therapy practice offering Virtual Therapy services to individuals, couples, and families, in Los Angeles and throughout California. At Best Life our clinicians can help you cope with changes while gaining insight, enhancing communication, improving self-concept, and meeting your goals. Whether issues you are facing are due to depression, anxiety, stress, relationships, mental illness, addictions, trauma, or of another nature, we will be able to support you in setting goals, changing patterns and thinking, and support you in living your Best Life.

During this difficult time, you may need support. I care and want to help you through life's challenges. Therapy is beneficial whether you are seeking to address current or long-term issues. Your emotional health can improve. Therapy can positively transform the course of your life. I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in individual, family and couple’s therapy. I have a Ph.D. and master’s in psychology and a master’s in Alternative Dispute resolution. l work collaboratively and transparently to create real and lasting results. I keep up to date on the latest treatments relevant to our goals.