Women's Issues Therapists in Bonita, CA

Deciding to come to therapy can be a difficult decision. To enter a successful therapeutic relationship you have to find the right therapist for you. I offer you a safe, caring, and nurturing environment. I was born and raised in Mexico, and greatly embrace my bi-cultural experience. Throughout my years of practice, I have helped people with a wide variety of psychological and relationship problems environment to create positive changes in your life.

Are you a new (or soon to be new) mom experiencing nervousness, worry, anxiety or overwhelm? I'm glad you're here! Seeking help is the first step to reclaiming your peace, confidence and joy in all areas of your life, including motherhood. I’m Johanna, a first-generation Latina millennial mom and I use a holistic trauma-informed approach to help women in the early seasons of motherhood break cycles of anxiety, overwhelm & other patterns. With compassion and non-judgement I can help you explore the roots of your concerns and make a plan for healing.

I see every client as a whole and healthy person capable of change and unlimited growth. Maybe you’ve tried different healing paths only to be frustrated by a lack of progress or real change. I know we have the tools within us to make lasting change. I specialize in getting to know you so that together we can work on helping you heal from past hurts, change harmful thoughts and behaviors, improve communication, develop strong support systems, and build strong relationships. It’s my passion to use evidence-based cognitive, strength-focused, and solution-oriented strategies to help you make the most of the tools you already have.

I believe the two major problem areas we face in life deal with our relationships and our coping; and the main factors influencing how we manage these issues relies on our attachment style, trauma history, and our emotional intelligence, or lack there-of. My job is to help unlock the unconscious- help bring awareness to these issues and how they may be negatively impacting your life and relationships. Essentially, my aim is to assist you in identifying and allowing yourself to express emotions, and learn to tolerate/manage anxiety and discomfort, rather than self-soothe in various, unsafe ways that are causing problems in your life.

To give you the tools to resolve your life challenges/problems is one of my goals. I can help you to find and expand your internal resources, and to create the lasting, positive changes that you are looking for. I provide a supportive, nurturing environment for your safety and comfort. I specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, trauma and more. I love working with adolescents to help them resolve issues and make the right choices. For couples, we work to create a safe space, good communication, problem solving, balance, love and intimacy. I have ample experience working with spiritual issues upon request.

Whether you are here for your inner child or for the present you, way to go! You’ve made the first step. Unlock healing and resilience with compassionate therapy tailored to address and overcome the effects of trauma,anxiety,depression,divorce,family problems or everyday life stressors.I am a skilled child trauma therapist here to help guide towards a brighter, empowered future. Invest in well-being today. I work with adults, teens and children and have a life purpose to help our communities heal. Los servicios pueden ser en Ingles, Spanglish o Espanol

“Telehealth (VIDEO) ONLY.”. You are probably here today in search for help managing current life’s difficulties, help with learning new tools and coping strategies, guidance to process difficult emotions, or maybe you just want to talk. With over 8 years of experience, I can guide you through these difficult times, whether it comes from anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, family and/or relationship conflicts, or adjustments. Among these difficulties, maybe you just want to process every day to day struggles, and I’m here for that too.

In a world where anxiety, depression, PTSD, and challenges to self-esteem and relationships are increasingly common, the quest for genuine connection and understanding can seem daunting, especially for those of us in the queer community. If you're navigating relationship difficulties, societal injustices - such as transphobia, homophobia, racism, discrimination, and inequity, or the impact of violence and chronic trauma, know that your feelings are valid and you're not alone. The need for safer spaces where we can be our most authentic selves and where our identities are affirmed and celebrated is more crucial than ever.

Not Accepting New Clients Do you ever feel like it is hard to connect to your child? Do you wish you had a better grasp of parenting? Whether you are a first time parent, learning to coparent or have a child with special needs, remember that you do not have to be on this parenting journey alone. I can help by using therapy approaches that will help you control the anxiety and depression that you feel.