Therapists in 91360

I am a licensed clinical psychotherapist with twenty four years experience working with individuals, couples and families. My clients present with a range of issues and concerns including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma and relationship conflict. I particularly specialize in working with couples struggling with marital conflict and/or parenting concerns as well as helping young adults transition into adulthood.

I bring the core values of respect, empowerment, and empathy to my clinical work. With over 11 years of experience in women's issues; including domestic violence, life transitions, grief/loss, depression and anxiety. I have gained experience working with a wide range of clinical issues and my client population has been diverse in terms of cultural, social, and ethnic backgrounds. Clients have included families, couples, children, teens, individual adults, several groups, and mandated clients.

I believe anxiety and stress to be the foundation of many issues we all face. My first goal is to help my patients reduce stress thereby decreasing chronic pain, depression and even the ravages of disease and illness. By developing rapport and trust and then utilizing healthy coping skills, the goal of anxiety reduction can be achieved. Its important to remember that we are engaged in a collaborative process where we learn to accept, resolve, move on and let go. I find that mindfulness, meditation and breathing is highly effective in decreasing anxiety and depression.

SEXUAL healing: I can listen to any story - those uncomfortable experiences that are hard to talk about, confusion over using sexuality well. The sexual shame. I have heard it before. Come tell me what you haven't been able to say. It's confidential. I help with abuse history, sexual addiction, and issues of couples. I have written books on how to heal sexuality individually or as a couple. Also smart and GIFTED people, understanding how it makes you feel separate, sometimes isolated. This could be because you really are different. I offer group therapy for those going through or have gone through ALPHA Theta and Neurofeedback.

Life is full of challenges, and most of the time we are capable of handling them on our own. However, sometimes things can get too overwhelming and stressful, and we need help. As a licensed therapist for over 30 years, I understand the anxiety, hope, and fear that go with seeking therapy.

My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for you to understand yourself. We will work together to explore your thoughts, feelings and relationships. This will allow you the opportunity to grow and change in whatever way you see fit, to become the you that you really want to be.

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. My goal is 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 am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in Cognitive Behavior Therapy located in Westlake Village. I have experience and great interest in working with and empowering, children, adolescents, adults and families. I began my career working with young children diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, and other related childhood disorders. Since then, I have expanded and continued my work with children, families, adolescents, and adults struggling with symptoms related to family difficulties, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, career and social challenges, and other mental health concerns.

Hope and Change. The counseling relationship that we will engage in together, will not be the traditional, canned approach to therapy; but a unique, individualized and insightful look at your needs and desires. Life is not just about problems to be solved but solutions to be lived. I specialize in creating additional resources and groups to facilitate a whole life treatment plan. Below I have listed some of my "Thriving" groups for health, wellness and growth. Along with the groups below I have other Men's, Women's and Co-gender groups. Please call for more information of days and times.

Life and its problems, past and present, can cause anxiety, depression, and grief. Substance abuse seems like that's the only thing that gets you through the day, but that is temporary and leads to more problems. Feeling safe, connected, and knowing that you will not be judged, leads to honesty and trust. You can share your story and issues that are keeping you stuck. Learning and understanding coping skills in dealing with past issues, understanding the process of grief, and the cycle of substance abuse, will give you an understanding of what has kept you from moving forward. Let's work together to help you understand you,

We all struggle at times to maintain relationships, become successful, make the right choices and ultimately to be happy. Sometimes we need help getting to where we want to be. Therapy can offer a safe environment to work on yourself and your issues, whatever they may be. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, family problems, or a variety of other difficulties that can keep you feeling down, we can work together to explore the reasons and come up with ways to improve the way you feel about yourself, and about life.

My role as a therapist is not about helping others. It is about giving guidance and focusing on self-empowerment to my clients so they can have the tools to assist themselves. Prior to private practice, I worked at treatment facilities for both substance abuse and eating disorders, worked with victims of crimes (domestic violence and sexual abuse), and a suicide hotline.

I treat individuals for depression, anxiety, trauma, issues related to aging and life transitions, issues related to grief and loss, and a number of other life stressors. I work with all ages and stages of development, including older adults, and have specialized training to work with young children as well. I enjoy helping people through understanding the various parts of life.

Your life, mental health, and relationships are not what you want them to be, so you're looking for a therapist to help you improve your well being. Maybe you don't feel good enough in various ways. Maybe fears and worries take over your mind at times. Maybe you get caught in cycles of negative thoughts, and it's hard to see the positives. Maybe it's difficult to move on from stressful and upsetting things that you've been through in the past and you recognize those things are still affecting you today. You just want to be free from it all! While these aren't easy issues to tackle on your own, a skilled therapist can help you!

Elizabeth Payne is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who provides therapy in the state of California. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) with the National Board for Certified Counselors. She has over 5 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who are coping with a range of challenges, including anxiety, life transitions, depression, substance abuse, and trauma. Elizabeth works with clients to help them find clarity, develop self-acceptance and inner strength, learning healthy coping skills to live the best life.

Are you struggling to process depression, anxiety, relationship/family issues, and trauma? These emotional ruptures can cause major disruptions in our lives. The work to process these types of life events is multifaceted, and I can help you identify your feelings and potential relational patterns, build tolerance and acceptance around challenging ones, and set meaningful goals. In order to do so, I utilize various therapeutic approaches consisting of ACT, CBT, and Problem Solving Therapy and somatic interventions.

The toll of trauma, stress, anxiety, & depression builds over time, things that once seemed manageable turn into a life that's not our own, because we're stuck in survival mode. It's exhausting. As a therapist, my goal is to collaborate with you to safely navigate your inner landscape and put pieces together so you can uncover your unique abilities and create a mental health toolkit that will carry you through a lifetime. I am here to support you in working through unresolved feelings and conflicts and guide you toward healing. Therefore, you can feel empowered, rejuvenated, and enthusiastic about life again.

Maybe you are feeling tangled up in unwanted habits, behaviors, or ways of thinking. You might be feeling unsatisfied with the way these things seem to have shaped your life. The weight of carrying this thing around has become exhausting and you are looking for a place to set it down, leave it, and move on with your life free from this burden.

Nobody’s childhood dream was to grow up and feel overwhelmed, alone, stuck or unworthy. I aim to help individuals heal from trauma-related issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues. If you find yourself living without a navigation system to understand emotional terrain or trauma that impacts your well-being; you are not alone. All of us go through rough patches in our lives. My approach is specific to meet your unique needs in a safe and non-judgemental space.