Therapists in 91203

Life can be full of challenges, but also rewards. Therapy can help us to have better relationships with our family and friends, as well as those in our extended communities. Those are extensions of our relationships with ourselves. I would like to help you build those relationships by providing a safe and welcoming non-judgmental environment. Together we will design and build the mental and emotional structure where you can live your happiest life that is mindful and peaceful.

I enjoy working collaboratively with clients using Narrative therapy to help YOU become the AUTHOR of your own story. I support my clients in holding the pen to change their narrative and break free from any stories that no longer serve them. I enjoy international travel and learning about various cultural customs! This gives me a unique perspective to meet client's at the core of who they are. I invite clients to teach me about their world view and unique cultural experiences so I can best serve them.

My approach to working with individuals is meeting each person where they are and identifying goals. I do believe that change can occur with a good therapeutic relationship, a safe and non-judgmental environment that allows individuals to share. As a therapist, who has worked in community mental health, I understand that each person is unique.

It takes courage to understand the need for healing. My mission in psychotherapy is to help you learn how to help yourself. It should be emphasized that psychotherapy is far from "one size fit all." Therefore, the art of change in psychotherapy is achieved through a thorough psychological assessment in order to apply the precise remedies to your specific challenges. As a result, healing is often achieved by re-conceptualizing your past and presence, but most importantly is to improve your outlook on the future. I have been practicing as a psychologist for 26 years, on three continents.

Hi, I’m George. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 14 years of experience working with individuals, couples, groups, and families of all ages. I bring a diverse background and wide range of interests to my work as a mental health therapist. Some of my major areas of focus include grief and loss, anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress disorder, gender identity concerns, and LGBTQ issues. Other areas include panic disorders, anger management, divorce, blended families, sexual abuse, domestic violence, and parenting issues.

I have 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I utilize a blend of Cognitive Behavioral, Strengths-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Solution-Focused Therapy to instill hope, bring about positive change, and empower you to reach your full potential. I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, career issues, life transitions, grief, substance use, and cultural identity.

I am a Latina therapist specializing in working with adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and stress-related issues. I operate from a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, and intersectional lens to fully understand each person’s unique experiences and challenges. My therapeutic style is further grounded in a holistic, client-centered, and strength-based approach. My goal is to create a safe, trusting, and non-judgmental therapeutic space that promotes a deep sense of self-awareness, growth, and healing.

I provide a personalized journey where I integrate evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and mindfulness techniques to drive change and heighten your awareness of thoughts and emotions. With over 7 years of experience in community mental health, I've witnessed incredible resilience in individuals confronting diverse difficulties. My expertise extends to culturally sensitive treatment, addressing the unique mental health needs of Asian Americans and the complexities of immigration-related issues.

Initiating the journey of change and personal growth requires courage since it can be anxiety provoking. Your action to explore therapy is a testament to your strength & resilience, marking the beginning of a brave and positive move toward the life you deserve. Together, we can navigate a journey towards nurturing healthier connections with yourself and others, shaping a more fulfilling life and relationships. We'll collaboratively delve into your experiences through compassionate, engaged self-inquiry, aiming to uncover and transform them with experiential approaches.

Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.

Does it seem like distance has been growing between you and your loved ones? Are you feeling the impact of your anxiety, anger, or chronic pain on your every day life? Often, we keep thinking about what troubles us without making any progress towards what we can actually do. Figuring out what to do next can be a stressful and overwhelming process. No matter where you are in life right now, I'm here to walk with you through your journey and help you overcome the obstacles that are holding you back. I am dedicated to fostering a safe environment and providing opportunities to achieve a better quality of life.

I want to help you live a life you like. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, rumination, stress, getting stuck in patterns you'd like to change, or recent life transitions, I can help you struggle less, feel more comfortable with yourself, and obtain usable tools to cope with whatever may come your way. These skills will be tailored to you, with a focus on skills that you can use long after therapy has concluded. Our work will center primarily around current patterns and experiences, as well as ways to help change them in the here and now. To do this, I get to know you, what is working for you, and what isn’t working for you.

Let my 30+ years of experience as a licensed clinical psychologist empower you with insight, understanding and skills necessary to meet life's challenges. I provide virtual/telehealth counseling with compassionate care and clinical expertise in a comfortable and supportive environment for those seeking help with enhancing family and personal relationships, overcoming depression and anxiety, and recovering from abuse or trauma, or addictive behaviors. We can work together to help you transform painful events into growth experiences, develop personal empowerment and to increase your self-esteem.

Enhance Your Life & Find True Happiness Serving Adults, Children, Families and Communities Our Relapse Prevention and Life Transition Program offers: Individual, Couples and Family Therapy, Coaching, Consultations and Counseling, Psychological Evaluations and Testing. We offer continued enrollment for individual/ group training programs: Anger management, conflict resolution, coping skills, shoplifters alternatives, character building, self- awareness, interpersonal skills, parenting classes, social skills building, stress management, relapse prevention, social resistance training We implement model of interventions that are Court Approved and accepted in probation departments, hospitals, substance abuse facilities, government agencies and major corporations.

If you are encountering difficulties emotionally, in your relationships, or in your career, a safe and attuned therapeutic relationship can be transformative. My approach is relational, warm, and collaborative. I draw from attachment theory and evidence-based practices such as Eye Movement Desenitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy-informed therapy (DBT-informed), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as mindfulness-based interventions.

Not feeling like yourself lately? Struggling with managing life’s day-to-day challenges? You are not alone! Millions of people, from all walks of life, struggle with managing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, stress, insomnia, and many other common mental health issues. Acknowledging that you need professional help is the first step towards getting your life back. Working together, I can help you identify the root of the problem, develop a client-centered treatment plan, and start implementing evidence-based practices to meet your individualized treatment goals.

My goal is to help you live the best life you can. I want to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have graduated from Pepperdine University in 2008. Its important for a client to be able to find the right therapist. You are welcome to give me a call for a free 10-15 minute telephone consultation. My direct number is 8184292820. I look forward to hearing from you.

I come from a Solution-Focused and Narrative orientation, which emphasizes uncovering how previous experiences and traumas have impacted the views you hold of yourself, others and the world. Working together, we reframe these stories, unlock your inner power and resiliency, and find resolutions to unprocessed trauma and grief. Fundamentally, I believe in a strength-based approach that empowers, supports, and helps guide you through the therapy process. I look forward to helping you along this journey.

I tend to be most helpful to intense, high-functioning adults struggling with mood or anxiety symptoms or significant life transitions who are striving toward personal achievement, balance between work and relationships, and a sense of well-being. I may draw on various approaches according to the problem you are dealing with and my experience with what may benefit you. These include cognitive, psychodynamic, interpersonal, and psychoeducational approaches. I may propose different ways of looking at or handling situations. I may suggest in-between session reading or homework assignments.