Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) emphasizes utilizing compassion to understand yourself and the people around you. It’s a good option for people dealing with shame or self-criticism that causes emotional distress.
Developing compassion for yourself and others requires practice. Practicing self-compassion exercises can help you manage shame and guilt, which can help you develop compassion for the people around you.
** Currently accepting new patients** Today's demands put a lot of pressure on us. Everyone is trying to balance the demands of work, school, and family. Feel there are not enough hours in the day to get all you want done? You are not alone. Day to day life can be overwhelming. This can lead to symptoms of depression, anxiety, and hopelessness. I can help you face these obstacles and give you t...
Feeling stuck or not quite like you’re usual self? Life can be hard and you don’t have to go through this on your own. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy and taking that first step to investing back into your life and relationships is a major sign of strength. Whether you’re struggling with depression or feeling anxious, I’m here to support you and guide you on your journey to...
Los Angeles is not for the faint of heart. LA can be a difficult place to exist. Thinking clearly and finding sustainable peace and harmony often seems impossible. This often leads to anxiety, depression, decreased self worth, increased self criticism, loneliness and addiction. If you've felt anything close to that, know that you are not alone. Insight Los Angeles comes from a deep place of...
The search for a therapist can be overwhelming. Seeking support takes courage, flexibility, and a willingness to change long standing habits and patterns. Take a moment to be kind to yourself for taking this important step. As a licensed professional counselor I accompany each client on their unique journey toward healing, authenticity, and connection. I believe in maintaining a safe supportive...
As a licensed master social worker, I offer therapy in a non-judgmental, safe and confidential environment. I provide a space where individuals feel comfortable sharing their concerns so that we can work together to gain insight into life's stresses and struggles. I collaborate with clients to develop effective coping mechanisms, process through life experiences, and accomplish personal goals. ...
In my work, I am privileged to help people find themselves and rediscover a full, connected, meaningful life. I get to listen, empathize, challenge, and empower my clients to overcome their difficulties. Most of my clients are adults experiencing some combination of depression, shame, anxiety, panic attacks, addictions, bipolar disorder, and/or trauma. Alongside individual therapy, I enjoy grou...
I work with clients who are struggling with various kinds of human suffering-- including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and the more general experiences of navigating life's difficulties and challenges. I offer support and tools for staying with the experiences, and by bringing support and accompaniment, and generating kindness and curiosity toward all experiences together, we find more...
As a holistic healer, I blend the best of transpersonal psychology, spiritual wisdom, and emotional intelligence with the leading psychological sciences. With over 11 years experience as a mental health counselor, I utilize a blend of therapeutic modalities along with my unique, intuitive capacities to guide you to discover the core beliefs, habits, and patterns not in alignment with your life’...
Are you looking to make a life change with the support of alternative holistic methods along with time tested traditional tools? If so, I can help you. Whether you are looking to shift the symptoms of anxiety, depression, or trauma, or wanting support through a life situation or transition, you don’t have to do it alone! I work with people both in a traditional office-based format, as well as i...
Life got you down? Are you feeling stuck, frustrated, or upset with your current experiences? Many of us are but it's often difficult for us to see it and, for some, even harder to admit it. When people experience any form of trauma, it is not uncommon for them to need help and I would love to be the person to help you get through your life challenges. My clients say my down-to-Earth, friendly,...
I’ve had the pleasure of working with a broad spectrum of clients, in a wide range of settings including schools, a mental health centers, psychiatric hospitals, and non-profit organizations. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of challenges. My scope of work includes but is not limited to, depression & anxiety (general & postpartum), stress & burn-out manageme...
Do you find yourself struggling with loss or life changes and find it difficult to cope? Are you having symptoms of anxiety, depression, addictive or unhealthy behaviors? When many think of loss and grief, one may assume they have lost a loved one. At times this is the case, but there are so many kinds of losses we are faced with in our lives; loss of self, loss of roles in life, loss of...
The commonality in my therapeutic work is a desire for change. Whether the issue that brings you into therapy is a mood disorder, an anxiety disorder, a personality disorder, a trauma history, relationship concerns, life transitions, grief, loss, or any other kind of discontent, if you are looking for a change in your life, therapy is the resource to get the process started. My role as a counse...
I believe that for every story there is a unique and personal experience that demonstrates the human capacity for strength and authenticity. My goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment for you to tell your story. Together we can explore your strengths to find healing from adversity and pain. I believe in the importance of building trust and advocacy within a therapeutic...
Life is difficult. That is a given. 2020 is about as difficult as it gets and yet we came through it together. It's time to get to the route of whatever is getting in the way of being your best self! I can help you make sense of it and help you cope. I offer tele-therapy with the first session free. I am trained in ACT, Behavioral and Cognitive therapy, and Mindfulness. I treat addictions, grie...
