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 OFFERING ONLINE SESSIONS - Evening Appointments Available - Affordable Rates.I approach serious and stressful situations with creativity & greater emotional and intellectual understanding. Through individual and couples therapy, I integrate a broad spectrum of evidenced- based approaches that support healing and deeper fulfillment. I work with people of all ages and adjust therapeutic...
How do you feel about seeking help, especially for your mental and emotional health? Do you think it’s a sign of weakness? As a psychologist, I see it as a sign of strength, courage, self-awareness and maturity. I work with my clients to identify what they’re needing in order for them to improve their lives. I help people find the ways to change and experience personal growth and healing. I...
The first step in any change is realizing that you want or need a change in the first place. As a therapist, I utilize a strength-based approach to allow clients to learn and hone in on the skills they already possess in order to make the changes they desire in their lives. In our sessions, I will act like a mirror, helping you to gain insight, discover patterns, and learn about the obstacles t...
Is snap, crackle, and pop! Wreaking havoc in your life? How are you getting your needs met? Let me help you learn to enrich your life with guidance and direction. My specialties are anger management, conflict resolution, life and transformation coaching. Not everyone needs a couch and a pill. Some of us just needs someone to listen and point us in the right direction. In today's fast-paced worl...
Telehealth available! --- Whatever is standing in the way of you and your joy, let's clear the path. --- We all need help from time to time. This life's journey can throw us a curveball; moments or years from our past can be robbing us of the happiness and clarity that should be ours. I specialize in serving women and couples; I have had years of up close experience in working through client...
Are you feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Unsure of how to move forward due to past pain, current challenges, or future worries? Although seeking therapy can be scary and daunting, I also believe it can be a catalyst for personal growth and change. I want to walk with you on your journey through these experiences that evoke difficult emotions, such as sadness, anger, hurt, and confusion, to help you...
Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Known. These three brief sentences perfectly summarize my approach as a therapist. I am seeking to be a safe, non judgmental place for my clients to rest and truly be seen, heard and known. I use a multitude of therapeutic approaches (DBT, CBT, Family Systems, Attachment, Narrative, Solutions Focused to name a few) but believe my skills as a relational clinician differenti...
I believe that each person has the ability to make positive changes by learning and practicing new skills and strategies to apply in whatever areas of their life they want to improve. I enjoy partnering with individuals, couples, and families to find their inner strength and move forward in the process of achieving their goals. I often blend elements from different evidence based approaches and...
I have worked with children and their families for over 25 years and have been a therapist for nine years. I have two primary areas. 1) I often work with parents and youth to decrease emotional behavioral difficulties (e.g., anxiety, depression, social isolation, addiction, defiance, ADHD, trauma, self-harm, attachment issues, and family conflict) and strengthen the youth to develop healthy...
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in private practice since 2001. I care deeply about helping my clients work through challenges in their lives, with sensitivity and humor. Everyone has challenges but sometimes involving a mental health professional is helpful to produce needed or desired change. I take into account the influences of psychology, biology, culture, family context, and...
Hello! I know that seeking support takes tremendous courage, and I am so glad that you are here. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in the San Fernando Valley. I specialize in art therapy, an approach that allows us to explore your experiences non-verbally. I integrate evidence-based approaches to support the treatment of anxiety, relational issues, depression, grief, and...
First Responders Welcomed. I offer telehealth or on-site counseling. I work with feelings of overwhelm by covid, anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, bipolar, eating ds. In need of break through solutions to argue less and connect more? I am here for you. I see youth, adults, couples, and families. I have 16 years, 10yrs medical social work experience. Stop the emotional roller coasters of eating...
I specialize in working with individuals and families that have been impacted by foster care, adoption, attachment, and trauma. I am passionate about supporting youth and adults in thriving; including providing parenting support, utilizing strengths, and overall providing a safe place for you to begin your journey. We all are able to heal and thrive through the support of healthy relationships....
I am a firm believer in body, mind, spirit healing. I seek to help individuals uncover, accept, and embolden all parts of their true selves. I hope to help people find their own paths to happiness and light finding the beauty of each part of the journey. My approach to healing is based in intersectionality, while being person-centered and trauma-informed. I utilize a myriad of techniques includ...
Seeking help when things don't feel quite right takes courage. Sometimes we don't know exactly what's blocking us, other times that thing is too big for us to ignore. I’m grateful that you decided to listen to yourself and have chosen this path to boost your support. I'm rooting for you. My hope is that together we can uncover significant ways for you to continue rising into your best self, def...